Physical Therapy Services at MCH
Physical therapy is the assessment and treatment of musculoskeletal and neurological disorders with the primary goal of improving movement and function; expanding movement potential; and relieving pain. Physical therapy is offered through the MCH Rehabilitation Department which provides outpatient and inpatient services to patients of all ages from infants to geriatrics.
Most common diagnoses include:
- Arthritis
- Back/Neck Pain
- Joint Replacement
- Fractures
- Tendon Repairs
- Muscle/Ligament Sprains and Strains
- Tendinitis
- Bursitis
- CVA
- MS
- Neuropathy
- Cardiopulmonary Issues
- Urinary Incontinence
- Pelvic Health Issues
- Parkinson’s Disease
- Vertigo
MEET THE PT STAFF
Brian Alejandro, PTA
Specialty: Physical Therapy
Department: Rehabilitation
Education: Mount Wachusett Community College
Phone: (603) 924-4635
Locations: 458 Old Street Road Peterborough NH 03458
About: Brian received his Physical Therapist Assistant degree from Mount Wachusett Community College is 2008. He most recently practiced in a dementia unit and spent several years working with brain injury and other complex medical conditions. A recent accomplishment that is very important to Brian was receiving the “2019 Caregiver of the Year” award at the nursing home at which he was working. In his spare time he enjoys playing softball, collecting sports cards, and spending time with his family.
Maria Bemont, PT, Wound Healing Center Coordinator
Specialties: Physical Therapy, Wound Care
Departments: Wound Healing Center, Rehabilitation
Education: University of New England
Phone: (603) 924-1735
Locations: Medical Arts Building, 452 Old Street Rd Suite 201 Peterborough NH 03458
About: Maria Bemont is a physical therapist with more than 25 years of experience, specializing in wound care. She received her Bachelors Degree from the University of New England in 1994. She has experience with inpatient and outpatient orthopedics. She managed the Rehabilitation Department for 10 years before moving on to start up the Wound Healing Center in May of 2007. Maria has worked at MCH her entire professional career and was also born at this hospital.
Allie Borges, PT, DPT
Specialties: Physical Therapy
Departments: Jaffrey Physical Therapy
Education: Franklin Pierce University
Phone: (603) 532-6782
Locations: 82 Peterborough St Jaffrey NH 03452
About: Allie Borges obtained her B.S. in Exercise Physiology from Rivier College (2002), and her M.S. in Exercise Science from Southern Connecticut State University (2004). She has been employed by MCH since 2002 as an Exercise Physiologist, as well as the high school and college internship supervisor, in Fitness, Medical Rehabilitation and Cardiology. In March 2011, Allie graduated from Franklin Pierce University with her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree, and currently works as a Physical Therapist at MCH’s Jaffrey office. She has experience evaluating and treating patients across the age spectrum in various settings, including inpatient, orthopedic, neurological, and long-term care. In addition, Allie works with Conval High School to provide job shadowing opportunities for students interested in pursuing a career in rehab services.
Hannah Burfoot, PT, DPT
Specialty: Physical Therapy
Department: Rehabilitation
Phone: (603) 924-4635
Locations: 458 Old Street Road Peterborough NH 03458
About: Hannah received her Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise and Movement Science from The University of Vermont, and her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from The University of New England in 2017. She has worked in personal training and group fitness prior to becoming a physical therapist. Hannah enjoys working with orthopedic patients of all ages and abilities. She is certified in vestibular rehabilitation for the treatment of dizziness, vertigo, and post-concussion. She is also certified in pelvic health physical therapy and has an interest in treating pregnant and post-partum women.
Erin Chamberlain, PT, MS
Specialty: Physical Therapy
Department: Rehabilitation
Education: University of Massachusetts, Lowell
Phone: (603) 924-4635
Locations: 458 Old Street Road Peterborough NH 03458
About: Erin received her bachelors’ degree in Exercise Physiology (1997) and her masters degree in physical therapy (1999) from the University of Massachusetts, Lowell. She has worked at MCH as a physical therapist since graduating in 1999. Erin is a clinical specialist in Cardiac, Pulmonary and Diabetes Rehabilitation directs the Medical Rehab Programs at the Bond Wellness Center. Other areas of specialty are pediatrics, vestibular and women’s health. Erin enjoys practicing across a spectrum of populations is interested in new challenges.
Alison Cody-Fletcher, PT
Specialty: Physical Therapy
Department: Rehabilitation
Phone: (603) 924-4635
Locations: 458 Old Street Road Peterborough NH 03458
Eric Dacey, PT, DPT, GCS, Outpatient Rehab Coordinator
Specialty: Physical Therapy
Department: Rehabilitation
Education: Boston University
Board Certification: Geriatric Clinical Specialist
Phone: (603) 924-4635
Locations: 458 Old Street Road Peterborough NH 03458
About: Eric has been a physical therapist since 1996. Eric received his master’s degree in PT from Boston University in 1995, and his post-professional doctorate from Temple University in 2007. Eric has been a board certified Geriatric Clinical Specialist since 2002. Eric has practiced in a variety of settings during his career, including outpatient, inpatient, and skilled nursing facilities. Eric has also volunteered as an item writer for the Geriatric Clinical Specialist examination, served on the APTA Geriatric Academy Finance Committee, provided continuing education seminars for therapists, and served as an adjunct professor for a local PTA program during his career. Eric and his wife currently live in Peterborough.
June den Hartog, PT
Specialty: Physical Therapy
Department: Rehabilitation
Phone: (603) 924-4635
Locations: 458 Old Street Road Peterborough NH 03458
Ryan Griffiths PT, DPT
Specialty: Physical Therapy
Department: Rehabilitation
Education: Shenandoah University
Phone: (603) 924-4635
Locations: 458 Old Street Road Peterborough NH 03458
About: Ryan is a combat veteran who served as a Sergeant in the U.S. Army at Fort Bragg, NC. He served from 2000 to 2004 and completed tours in Afghanistan and Colombia. While in the Army he attended many specialty schools, to include becoming Airborne and Air assault qualified.
Ryan received his Bachelor of Science degree in Rehabilitation Science in 2008 from Armstrong Atlantic State University. He graduated with his Doctorate degree of Physical Therapy in 2012 from Shenandoah University, in Winchester, VA. He is interested in manual therapy, orthopedics and sport specific therapy, as well as spinal cord injury rehabilitation. He enjoys working with the spine and understanding its influence on other systems of the human body. Ryan is pursuing his certification in manual therapy. He lives in Peterborough and enjoys spending time with his wife and daughters, working on carpentry and home renovations, mechanic projects, and outdoor activities.
Chris Jensen, PT, ATC, MA, CSCS
Department: Rehabilitation
Education: Long Beach State
Phone: (603) 924-4635
Locations: 458 Old Street Road Peterborough NH 03458
About: Chris has over 35 years’ experience as a Physical Therapist, as well as a Certified Athletic Trainer and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. He graduated from Long Beach State with a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy and a Master’s degree in Exercise Science.
Most of Chris’s clinical experience has been with patients and athletes in an outpatient setting, who have had a variety of injuries or surgeries involving the spine, and upper and lower extremities. He specializes in joint mobilization, deep tissue massage, kinesio-taping and developing strength and conditioning programs to assist patient with their full recovery.
Chris is an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys hiking, mountain biking and skiing, as well as gardening and bee keeping.
Niccole LeBlanc, PTA
Specialty: Physical Therapy
Department: Rehabilitation
Education: University of Massachusetts, Lowell
Phone: (603) 924-4635
Locations: 458 Old Street Road Peterborough NH 03458
About: Niccole has a background in Movement Science and Sports Medicine, and is licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant. She has experience teaching Barre, Pilates, and Yoga. She is LSVT BIG certified for Parkinson’s patients as well as Graston certified. She loves to spend her free time enjoying nature; hiking, biking, skiing and surfing!
Reuben Lyons, PTA, ATC
Specialty: Physical Therapy
Department: Rehabilitation
Phone: (603) 924-4635
Locations: 458 Old Street Road Peterborough NH 03458
About: Reuben comes to Monadnock dually licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant and Certified Athletic Trainer treating in the clinic and on the sidelines. As a life-long athlete, Reuben brings his passion for sports and fitness into his practice utilizing a biopsychosocial approach. Through pain neuroscience education, movement analysis, manual therapy, and exercise-based techniques, Reuben enjoys treating all levels of chronicity. In addition to general orthopedic conditions, Reuben has experience treating post-operative sports injuries, persistent and/or chronic pain conditions and specializes in cycling and running-related injuries. Reuben is a certified Bike Fitter and offers his services at our Peterborough office.
Lynne Maloney, PT, Director of Physical and Medical Rehabilitation
Specialty: Physical Therapy
Department: Rehabilitation
Education: Simmons College
Phone: (603) 924-4635
Locations: 458 Old Street Road Peterborough NH 03458
About: Lynne is a graduate from Simmons College in 1984, with her degree in Physical Therapy. She has completed extensive studies in Vestibular Rehabilitation and Wound Care which supports her work with the adult and geriatric population. During her career, she has enjoyed her work in acute hospital and acute rehabilitation settings.
Lynne has spent over 20 years of her career here at MCH, and at this time is currently the Director of the Rehabilitation team including Physical and Occupational Therapy, and Speech Language Pathology on site and at our off site clinics. Lynne is committed to supporting her department to serve the Monadnock Region with superlative clinical care, as well as maintaining cutting edge training for her staff.
Kathleen Nelson, PT, DPT
Specialty: Physical Therapy
Department: Rehabilitation
Education: Quinnipiac University
Phone: (603) 924-4635
Locations: 458 Old Street Road Peterborough NH 03458
About: Kathleen received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Quinnipiac University in 2016. She previously worked in acute care and currently works in MCH’s inpatient and outpatient rehab. She is certified in LSVT BIG a treatment approach to help people with Parkinson’s disease. In her free time she enjoys traveling
Greg Nerz, PT, MEd, Jaffrey Physical Therapy Coordinator
Department: Jaffrey Rehabilitation
Education: University of Delaware, Temple University
Phone: (603) 532-6782
Locations: 82 Peterborough St, Jaffrey, NH 03452
About: Greg Nerz has more than 30 years experience in physical therapy. His undergraduate degree is from the University of Delaware, and he earned a master’s degree in exercise physiology from Temple University. He worked in the Philadelphia area before joining MCH’s Jaffrey office in 1996.
Sasha Paquin, PT, DPT
Specialty: Physical Therapy
Department: Rehabilitation
Education: Franklin Pierce University
Phone: (603) 924-4635
Locations: 458 Old Street Road Peterborough NH 03458
About: Sasha received her bachelor’s degree in Health Promotion from Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia and her doctorate in Physical Therapy from Franklin Pierce University in 2018. She has experience in the inpatient and home health settings prior to her current practice of outpatient physical therapy. She enjoys treating patients of many different backgrounds and physical abilities.
Josh Paradis, PT, DPT
Specialty: Physical Therapy
Department: Rehabilitation
Education: University of New England
Phone: (603) 924-4635
Locations: 458 Old Street Road Peterborough NH 03458
About: Josh received his bachelors degree in Applied Exercise Science in 2007 and his Doctorate of Physical therapy in 2014 from the University of New England. He has experience in acute care and outpatient orthopedic clinics. Areas of clinical interest include sports medicine, post-surgical rehabilitation, and manual therapy. In his free time Josh enjoys spending time outdoors.
Ashlyn Rockwell, PT, DPT
Specialty: Physical Therapy
Department: Rehabilitation
Phone: (603) 924-4635
Locations: 458 Old Street Road Peterborough NH 03458
About: Ashlyn received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Franklin Pierce University in 2018. She has experience working in outpatient orthopedic settings, both in the hospital based setting and private clinics. She enjoys working with varying patient populations, specifically sports medicine of all ages. In her free time, Ashlyn enjoys teaching Irish Step Dancing.
Elizabeth Warner, PTA
Specialty: Physical Therapy
Department: Rehabilitation
Education: BS 1996, University of Wisconsin, Madison
Phone: (603) 924-4635
Locations: 458 Old Street Road Peterborough NH 03458
About: Liz Warner is a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant with a background in aquatic therapy, balance training, and fitness. She also enjoys incorporating manual therapies into her treatment approach and is Graston certified.