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Peter Breen, MSPT, ATC/L
- Licensed Physical Therapist
- Certified Athletic Trainer
- Owner and founder of Backstage PT
A 1992 US Olympian, Mr. Breen knows what it means to
perform at optimal function. Competing all over the world in
the sport of Ice Dancing, and training in sports and dance
medicine for over 20 years, Mr. Breen is an expert in
physical movement and rehabilitation. He has treated
patients in world-class centers such as the US Olympic
Training Center in Colorado Springs, The National Ballet of
Amsterdam, and Harkness Center for Dance Injuries in New
York City. A graduate of Boston University’s physical
therapy program, Mr. Breen has treated individuals from the
very elite athlete and professional ballerina to weekend
golfers and senior citizens. He brings a tremendous breadth
of experience to help his patients recover from injury and
achieve their performance goals.
“Each
patient has a unique story, a reason for injury. Being able
to tailor a person’s rehab program to match their unique
goals and abilities is crucial to successful rehab
outcomes.” - Peter Breen, Backstage PT
Along with exceptional standards for treatments, Mr.
Breen believes that community outreach is a vital component
to the success of any healthcare organization. He has been
very active as an Athlete Representative and a Team Leader
with the US Figure Skating Association, the United States
Olympic Committee, and a founding Board of Directors member
of the United Sates Anti-Doping Agency. He is also a member
of the International Association for Dance Medicine and
Science, the American Physical Therapy Association, and the
National Athletic Trainers Association.
Kelly Gaiotti, DPT, CSCS
- Senior Physical Therapist at Backstage PT
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Trained as a classical ballerina, Dr. Gaiotti received
her Bachelor's Degree in Dance Medicine and Performance from
Huntingdon College in Montgomery, AL. A graduate of the top
ranked University of Pittsburgh Physical Therapy program,
she has exquisite knowledge of body mechanics and functional
movement patterns. Her extensive experience in Dance and
Performing Arts enables Dr. Gaiotti to tailor treatments to
match the goals of performing artists of all ages and levels
of ability.
"Dance
is a part of who we all are, not just what we do. We perform
and dance throughout life, whether it be on a stage or at
the office. My hope is to enable my patients to reach their
individual performance goals at any 'stage' in life." - Kelly Gaiotti, Backstage
PT
Dr. Gaiotti is a member of the International
Association of Dance Medicine and Science, the
American Physical Therapy Association, and
the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
Veronique Breen
- Certified GYROTONIC® and
GYROKINESIS® instructor
- Owner and Founder of Motion Arts studio
A recently retired ballerina from the National Ballet of
Amsterdam, Mrs. Breen is also a certified GYROTONIC and GYROKINESIS instructor, and owner and founder of Motion
Arts studio, located next to Backstage PT. Trained in
massage therapy, Mrs. Breen has a comprehensive knowledge of
anatomy and injury prevention which complements her already
exceptional knowledge of body movement.
Mrs. Breen serves as an excellent resource for Backstage
PT’s dancer and performing artist patients, being able to
offer technique modifications and corrections upon return to
active dance. Also, with Motion Arts studio right next door,
patients can have the convenience and reassurance to safely
progress their conditioning program with GYROTONIC or
GYROKINESIS following discharge from
formal physical therapy.
Mrs. Breen is a member of the Boston Dance Alliance, the
International Academy of Dance Medicine and Science, and the
American College of Exercise. |
