Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Physical Therapy and Wellness in East Greenwich
Contrology Physical Therapy was founded on the principle that effective treatment requires a holistic approach combining rehabilitation science and mind-body strengthening. Our team of certified professionals brings decades of combined experience in physical therapy, Pilates instruction, and sports performance enhancement. We prioritize personalized care through a partnership model that empowers patients to achieve full recovery and optimal wellness. Our private pay model ensures uninterrupted, high-quality sessions lasting up to an hour, allowing for comprehensive evaluations and tailored treatment plans.With specialized expertise in dry needling, spinal manipulation, and golf fitness evaluations, we serve diverse patients from post-surgical individuals to competitive athletes. Our commitment to continuing education ensures we maintain the highest clinical standards while fostering a supportive environment focused on long-term health solutions.
Services
Physical Therapy
Pilates Instruction
Golf Fitness Evaluation
Dry Needling
Manual Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of specialized physical therapy expertise
- Our private pay model ensures personalized 60-minute treatment sessions
- Certified professionals in dry needling, spinal manipulation, and golf fitness
- Customized treatment plans combining physical therapy and Pilates methodology
- Accepted by Medicare, Aetna, and Neighborhood Health Plan
What people say
Best hands possible
Road to recovery
Skiing again
Dedicated professionals
Neurological diagnosis
Services
Physical Therapy
Our physical therapy services combine evidence-based practice with manual therapy techniques to treat musculoskeletal conditions. We specialize in post-injury recovery, pain management, and mobility restoration through individualized treatment plans. Patients receive comprehensive care addressing both symptoms and underlying causes of physical limitations.
Pilates Instruction
BASI-certified Pilates instruction focuses on core strength, flexibility, and body awareness. Our programs improve posture, balance, and overall physical performance while complementing rehabilitation efforts. Sessions emphasize proper technique and progressive challenges tailored to individual fitness levels.
Golf Fitness Evaluation
Titleist Performance Institute-certified evaluations analyze biomechanics affecting golf swing efficiency. The 16-step assessment identifies mobility limitations and movement patterns impacting performance. Custom fitness programs enhance swing mechanics while reducing injury risk through targeted strengthening exercises.
Dry Needling
Certified practitioners use dry needling to treat myofascial pain by targeting trigger points in muscle tissue. This technique complements traditional physical therapy by accelerating recovery from sports injuries and chronic pain conditions. Sessions follow strict safety protocols with single-use sterile needles.
Manual Therapy
Our manual therapy techniques include joint mobilizations and soft tissue manipulation to improve range of motion and reduce pain. These hands-on interventions address musculoskeletal restrictions while promoting natural healing processes. Treatments are integrated with exercise programs for lasting results.
People
Dr. Samantha Fallon
Founder & Physical Therapist
With over two decades of experience, Dr. Fallon established Contrology Physical Therapy 15 years ago. A Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy, she teaches at the University of Rhode Island and specializes in osteopractic treatment for diverse patients.
Dr. Michelle Fisette
Physical Therapist
Board-certified in dry needling and vestibular therapy, Dr. Fisette holds advanced degrees from Robert Gordon University and Northern Arizona University. She brings specialized expertise in golf fitness rehabilitation as a Titleist Performance Institute Medical 2 Certified provider.
Kristina Spirkina
Pilates Instructor
A BASI Comprehensively Certified Pilates Instructor with 10+ years' experience, Kristina creates customized programs for varied fitness levels. Her teaching emphasizes proper form and progressive challenges to improve strength, flexibility, and body awareness.
Questions
Will my insurance cover physical therapy visits?
We accept Medicare, Aetna, and Neighborhood Health Plan in-network. For other providers, we offer out-of-network billing assistance but cannot guarantee reimbursement.
Do I need a doctor's referral?
Most Rhode Island patients can access physical therapy directly without referral. Medicare patients require physician authorization for treatment beyond three months.
How long are therapy sessions?
Appointments last 45-90 minutes depending on individual treatment needs, with our private pay model ensuring extended one-on-one care time.
What should I wear?
Wear loose-fitting workout clothes and athletic shoes to allow proper movement assessment and comfortable participation in therapeutic exercises.
Is Pilates covered by insurance?
Pilates and sports conditioning are not insurance-covered services, though physical therapists may incorporate these exercises into rehabilitation treatment plans.
Is physical therapy painful?
While rehabilitation involves challenges, we prioritize patient comfort using gentle manual techniques and progressive exercise programs tailored to individual pain tolerance levels.
