ELLEN GIROUARD, PT, DPT

  • Phone: 401.777.7000 – Option 3
  • Office Location(s): Providence |

Ellen joined the practice in 2017 with an interest to grow in orthopedics and sports medicine. She graduated from Simmons College with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2016 where she took part in several clinical inpatient and outpatient rotations including orthopedics, post-operative care, pediatrics, and neurology. She was an active leader on the committee board for the MA APTA student organization and an ongoing member to the APTA.

Ellen has a passion for treating simple to complex musculoskeletal disorders, sports injuries with focus on running mechanics, and helping patients return to activities they enjoy. Recently, Ellen became certified in Dry Needling through the Spinal Manipulation Institute. She plans to pursue a path towards her Orthopedic Clinical Specialty (OCS) and Strength and Conditioning Certification to further improve her patient’s plan of care.

Ellen grew up with an athletic background taking part in Division III softball and cross county while at Simmons College. In her off time, she takes part in marathon training.

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February 18, 2026 / Exercise Sports / Ellen Girouard

HYROX Explained: The Race That Will Transform How You Move

If you’ve spent any time in fitness circles lately, you’ve probably seen HYROX popping up on Instagram reels, in gyms, and across social media. It’s a fitness race that blends endurance, strength, and functional movement into a single, scalable challenge. Recently, a friend frantically texted me asking about...

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September 26, 2025 / Health Physical Therapy / Ellen Girouard

Get Race Day Ready with These 10 Half Marathon Tips

Training is only half the battle—race day brings its own set of challenges. From pacing and fueling to mindset and recovery, our top 10 half marathon tips will help you feel confident, prepared, and ready to cross the finish line strong.

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May 27, 2025 / Sports / Ellen Girouard

Run Stronger & Smarter with Ortho RI’s Running Performance Clinic

As a physical therapist, run coach, and competitive marathoner, I understand the frustration of being medically cleared after an injury, yet still feeling unprepared or lacking the confidence to return to racing. That gap between being healed and truly ready is exactly why we created the Running Performance Clinic at Ortho RI. The Running Performance Clinic (RPC) helps...

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