About Advanced Manual Physical Therapy

At Advanced Manual Physical Therapy, we’re breaking free from the traditional healthcare model. Rather than focusing on patient volume, we insist on providing an uncompromised and specialized level of care to each patient.

We take each client through a series of movement analysis screens, as well as specialized testing, to identify the cause of injury or decreased performance. We then develop a customized treatment plan to help each client achieve their goals.

Standard treatments last an hour. In a typical session at AMPT, we focus on hands-on treatment followed by retraining movement patterns. Our hands-on treatment incorporates joint and soft tissue mobilizations, as well as neuromuscular re-education. With this specialized treatment style, we treat each patient holistically, rather than focusing on an individual body part or injury.

Our Insurance Policy

It is our desire and goal to provide the highest quality of care to all of our patients. Diminishing reimbursement rates from insurance companies have forced many insurance-based clinics to emphasize quantity over quality. At Advanced Manual Physical Therapy, we refuse to be limited by this structure which may compromise our patients’ ability to reach their goals. As a result, we choose not to contract with insurance companies. This allows us to spend more time with each patient and provide consistent high-quality treatment with better outcomes.

Depending on your insurance plan, you may be able to request out-of-network reimbursement from your insurance company. Please contact us at info@advancedmanualpt.com or 781-790-8514 for more information. We will do our best to help you navigate the tricky waters of the insurance industry, and fully explain the benefits of seeing an out-of-network provider.

Meet Our Therapists

Dr. Joe Rigby

PT, DPT

Dr. Joe Rigby

PT, DPT

Owner and Physical Therapist

Joe is a Physical Therapist and the owner of Advanced Manual Physical Therapy. He received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy with a Concentration in Sports Science at Northeastern University. While at Northeastern, Joe completed multiple affiliations including work with the Indiana Pacers.

Joe specializes in the treatment of a wide variety of orthopedic injuries using manual techniques such as Active Release, Graston, Rocktape, and Dry Needling. He is dedicated to continuing education, in a variety of disciplines, in order to stay up to date with current research and treatment protocols. Joe has worked with patients of all ages and activity levels ranging from weekend warriors to professional athletes.

In his spare time, Joe is an avid runner, cyclist, and golfer. Joe has done multiple half marathons and completed the Philadelphia Marathon in November 2018. While running and cycling are his main forms of exercise, Joe’s true passion is golf. He has immersed himself in golf rehabilitation and performance, attaining multiple certifications through the Titleist Performance Institute.

Joe started Advanced Manual Physical Therapy to provide a unique, individualized physical therapy experience. He believes that every patient should be given the time and attention they deserve to achieve their goals and lead an unrestricted lifestyle.

Dr. Lauren Beneduce

PT, DPT Physical Therapist

Dr. Lauren Beneduce

PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Dr. Lauren Beneduce is a Physical Therapist at Advanced Manual Physical Therapy. She received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy and Bachelor’s Degree in Rehabilitation Science from Northeastern University.

Lauren is certified in Integrative Dry Needling and utilizes instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization as well as active release techniques for the treatment of musculoskeletal conditions and pain management. She has a passion for individualized patient care, focused on comprehensive treatment that takes the whole body into consideration. She has extensive experience working with athletes in both injury prevention and return to sport programs. Lauren is certified in the Emergency Response for the Athlete and enjoys applying this knowledge each year as a medical volunteer at the finish line of the Boston Marathon.

Prior to joining Advanced Manual Physical Therapy, Lauren was a Staff Physical Therapist at Massachusetts General Hospital Sports Physical Therapy. While there, she worked with recreational and competitive athletes focusing on biomechanical assessments, pre- and post-operative care, and testing for return to sport clearance.

As an athlete herself, Lauren grew up playing ice hockey and volleyball, and tap danced for 10 years. She played for the Northeastern Women’s Club Ice Hockey team and won two National Championships. Lauren developed an interest in orthopedics and injury prevention from her own experiences with athletics and rehabilitating from sports-related injuries. She is dedicated to helping her patients reach their fullest potential and resume active, healthy lifestyles.

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