TOM GERRISH, PT, DPT

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

Tom graduated from Husson University with a Bachelor’s in Kinesiology and Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2014. He began his career as a traveling Physical Therapist working in Maine and Rhode Island. Tom has five years of clinical experience working with a variety of Orthopedic and Neurological conditions, with a focus on Rotator Cuff and Labral Tear Post-operative Rehabilitation.

His clinical interests include Orthopedics and Post-operative and Sports Rehabilitation. Tom has taken continuing education classes from the North American Institute of Manual Therapy (NAIOMT). He has completed both Lumbopelvic Spine I and Cervical Spine I and endeavors to become a Certified Manual Physical Therapist (CMPT). Tom works closely with each of his patients to return them to the activities they enjoy.

Tom is a Maine native and grew up playing sports and being outdoors. He continues to pursue these interests by spending his free time golfing, hiking and lifting weights.

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April 13, 2025 / Exercise Health Sports / Thomas Gerrish

Spring Safely: Tips to Avoid Injury This Season

Spring is a great time to embrace an active lifestyle, but it’s essential to prepare your body to avoid injuries. By following these tips and listening to your body, you can enjoy all that this great season has to offer while minimizing your risk of injury. If you have any concerns about your physical activity or experience pain, don’t hesitate to reach out for guidance.

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February 28, 2023 / Physical Therapy Spine / Thomas Gerrish

Spinal Manipulation: Not Just for Chiropractors

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