Tory is a Physical Therapist and an Athletic Trainer who founded Matrix Sports Medicine & Physical Therapy, Inc. in June, 2006 fulfilling her dream of opening a sports medicine facility that provides patients with the individualized, one-on-one care that they deserve.  In 2015 she added on a 4500 square foot training expansion to complete the state of the art facility you see today.

 

She has been a Certified Athletic Trainer since 1999 and a licensed Physical Therapist since 2002.  Her resume includes employment as an Assistant Athletic Trainer at the University of Rhode Island working with the Women’s Soccer team, Athletic Trainer with Lead The Way Field Hockey Association, Pediatric Physical Therapist at Hasbro Children’s Hospital, as well as an Orthopedic Physical Therapist at several outpatient clinics throughout the state of Rhode Island.  She is FMS, Y-Balance Test & OnBaseU Certified.

 

As a former competitive athlete with a passion for functional and sport specific rehab, she particularly enjoys working with athletes of all sports, ages & abilities in the areas of prehab, rehab, functional training, and performance enhancement.  Tory’s diverse clinical skills include functional mobility evaluation and assessment, biomechanical evaluation, soft tissue and joint mobilizations, exercise program development to address strength and flexibility deficits, core strength program development, athlete performance enhancement, pediatric physical therapy, and athletic taping for sport specific injuries. 

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She takes pride in her individualized treatment philosophy and the extensive word of mouth referral system that she has created with her drive and compassion for helping people.

Kara has been with Matrix Sports Medicine & Physical Therapy since September, 2018.  She is Matrix's first impression and she never disappoints!  Her friendly and charismatic personality will make you feel comfortable from your very first phone call!

 

Kara has extensive knowledge regarding insurance and is responsible for checking benefits, obtaining referrals and getting prior authorization for treatment.

 

Have a question or want to schedule an appointment?  Reach out to Kara today!