Dr. Connor Ryan
PT, DPT
WellesleyDirector of Physical Therapy, Wellesley
Dr. Connor Ryan
PT, DPT•Postural Restoration Institute (PRI)
Dr. Connor Ryan is a highly skilled physical therapist and certified strength coach specializing in sports medicine. With extensive experience treating both athletes and non-athletes across all age groups, he excels in strength and conditioning as well as rehabilitation.
Dr. Ryan's academic background includes a varsity baseball career at Assumption College in Worcester, MA, followed by an Exercise Physiology degree and Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Massachusetts Lowell. His certification from the Postural Restoration Institute underscores his commitment to treating the body as an interconnected system, emphasizing patient-centered care.
Education
- Doctorate in Physical Therapy, University of Massachusetts Lowell
- Exercise Physiology, University of Massachusetts Lowell
- Varsity baseball, Assumption College
Certifications
- Postural Restoration Institute (PRI)
- Certified strength coach
Experience
- Lead therapist, Arizona Coyotes (NHL), 4 seasons
- Shoulder and elbow rehab for baseball players
- Return-to-play protocols for professional athletes
Expertise
Dr. Ryan's treatment approach integrates manual therapy, Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) philosophies, gait assessment, and principles from strength and conditioning. This comprehensive methodology reflects his diverse expertise and ensures tailored care for each patient.
With four years of experience as the lead therapist for the Arizona Coyotes NHL team, Dr. Ryan has demonstrated his proficiency in managing long-term rehabilitations, orchestrating return-to-play protocols, and providing day-to-day maintenance for professional athletes. His extensive work with baseball players has honed his expertise in treating shoulder and elbow injuries, as well as various pain syndromes.
Specialties
- Dry needling
- Manual therapy / soft tissue work
- Active Release Technique (ART)
- Instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization
- Joint manipulation and mobilization
- Postural Restoration Institute (PRI)
- Biomechanical / movement assessment
- Strength & conditioning
- Targeted exercise programs
- Gait assessment
- PNF
What I treat
In action
Dr. Ryan's specialized knowledge extends to treating patients with joint instability, hypermobility, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, and dysautonomia. His success in addressing these complex conditions has established him as a sought-after practitioner in the field.
Bando Physical Therapy — Wellesley
900 Worcester Street, Suite 201
Wellesley, MA 02482
Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM