Connecticut Family Physical Therapy

02/22/2023

Do you experience pain or clicking in your jaw with chewing? You may be one of the many who suffer with a TMJ dysfunction. At CFPT, we can utilize a combination of manual treatment techniques and modalities to help correct the dysfunction.

02/16/2023

Physical Therapy does not always have to be “no pain, no gain.” It should be therapeutic. Our boutique office is set up in a quiet and warm space allowing you to heal in a comfortable environment.

12/23/2022

Happy HOWLidays from the “Dogtors” of Physical Therapy!

12/19/2022

Happy holidays from our family to yours!

12/15/2022

Doctor Gerst graduated from New York University with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in August of 2011. After several years of treating orthopedic and sports related injuries, in 2015, she achieved the distinction of being certified as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS). She has over eight years of experience in outpatient clinics in Manhattan and just recently moved from Manhattan to Westport. Kristen has completed numerous continuing education courses in orthopedic assessment and intervention and has also obtained her certification in kinesiotaping.

In order for patients to achieve success and reach their full functional potential, Doctor Gerst believes in combining manual therapy with exercises tailored to each patient. When treating, she understands the importance of working one-on-one with patients, thoroughly explaining the recovery process and teaching how to prevent re-injury. Her passion is helping her patients achieve their goals and feel their best.

Outside of work, Doctor Gerst’s interests include exercising, pilates, cooking, traveling, and spending time with family. She is excited to explore the town of Westport and discover all it has to offer with her husband, two children, and labradoodle.

12/12/2022

Originally from Long Island, Cody has spent the past 20 years out west in Colorado, Utah, and Arizona, before returning to the Northeast to join Connecticut Family Physical Therapy team in Westport. Cody graduated from Midwestern University in Phoenix, AZ with a Doctorate distinction in Physical Therapy. He has been working in private practice while also serving as an adjunct faculty member for Midwestern’s physical therapy program. Cody has several specialties including vestibular rehabilitation and concussion management, integrative dry needling, neuro-release treatment for peripheral nerve dysfunction, and rock taping techniques.

Cody’s treatment style is patient centered and tailored to meet individual needs. He believes that hands-on manual treatments in combination with targeted exercies and patient education is the key for success. As today’s health care system becomes ever more complex, he understands that clients are looking to get more value out of their healthcare dollars and consistently strives to meet and exceed those expectations. He is a member of the APTA’s Health Care Policy and Administration special interest group and is committed to furthering the development and recognition of physical therapy as a doctoring profession.

Cody’s family includes his partner Carly, a local veterinarian, and their two dogs, Finnegan and Lilly . Outside the clinic Cody spends most of his time with his family and participates in his hobbies such as skiing, hockey, hiking, paddle boarding, shooting, and horseback riding

11/16/2022

09/30/2021

Get to know Dr. Gerst. Happy 1st anniversary!

09/30/2021

Celebrating Dr. Kristen Gerst's first year with CT Family Physical Therapy! Thank you for all you do, keep up the good work👍😁

09/21/2021

Rest isn’t always best. Often rest might make you “feel better” short term but you haven’t addressed any changes to allow for healing to occur. We as physical therapists can help reduce your pain and restore more normal function!!

08/27/2021

Healing takes TIME. Physical therapy can help. .caleb.burgess

06/22/2021

Educate yourself! Don’t let imaging alone guide treatment! It’s only PART of the picture. “Abnormal” scans do not necessarily = pain or dysfunction.