Care Built Around People, Not Patient Volume
Every visit is guided by the same experienced therapist, allowing us to build stronger relationships, better treatment plans, and more meaningful outcomes.
Our Story
A Clinician-Led Practice Built on Personal Commitment
Community Physical Therapy opened its doors in July 2022 at 965 Washington Street in Hanover, MA, founded on a shared passion to deliver compassionate, high-quality rehabilitation to our local community. Physical therapist Angelo Balsamo partnered with Dr. Sherlyn Fenton, Doctor of Occupational Therapy, to create a welcoming environment where healing always comes first. As a clinician-owned practice, our focus remains entirely on what matters most: building meaningful relationships and helping our patients achieve their personal goals. Because we are therapist-led, every decision, from generous appointment times to customized treatment plans, is guided purely by exceptional patient outcomes rather than corporate benchmarks or private equity pressures. When you walk through our doors, you are receiving care from a team whose heart, expertise, and commitment are fully rooted right here in Hanover.
How We Work
One-on-One Care, Every Single Visit
At Community Physical Therapy, you will see the same highly experienced therapist at every visit. With consistent, personalized care from your dedicated therapist, your treatment is tailored to how your body moves, how your recovery progresses, and where your plan may need to be adjusted along the way. Our integrated Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy model goes further by treating the whole person: PT addresses the physical mechanics of your injury, while OT bridges the gap to real functional independence in your daily life. Combined with advanced movement analysis for customized treatment plans, this approach is built to get you back to the activities and roles that matter most to you.
Common Questions
What Patients Want to Know
Who owns and runs Community Physical Therapy?
Community Physical Therapy is owned and operated by Dr. Sherlyn Fenton, Doctor of Occupational Therapy, and physical therapist Angelo Balsamo, who co-founded the practice together in 2022. Because our clinic is therapist-owned, clinical decisions are made directly by the providers delivering your care—not by outside investors or corporate managers. This structure ensures our focus stays entirely on exceptional patient outcomes rather than maximizing daily appointment quotas.
Will I see the same therapist at every appointment?
Yes. One of the core commitments at Community Physical Therapy is that you work with the same highly experienced therapist at every single visit. This is intentionally different from larger corporate clinics where patients are frequently handed off between staff members. Seeing the same clinician consistently means your therapist develops a thorough understanding of your progress, can make precise adjustments to your plan, and builds the kind of therapeutic relationship that supports better outcomes over time.How do Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy work together at this clinic?
Physical Therapy focuses on the biomechanical and physical side of recovery, such as restoring strength, improving range of motion, and addressing pain at its source. Occupational Therapy bridges the gap between physical healing and real-world function, helping patients regain the ability to perform daily activities like dressing, cooking, or returning to work. The two disciplines work together at Community Physical Therapy to treat the whole person, which is particularly valuable for patients recovering from neurological events, surgery, or complex injuries.What kinds of conditions does Community Physical Therapy treat?
The clinic treats a wide range of conditions across ten service areas: pain management, balance therapy, mobility rehabilitation, work programs, work injuries and workers' compensation, auto accident rehabilitation, pre and post surgical rehabilitation, dry needling, connective tissue disorders, and sports performance. Specific conditions include back pain, vertigo and BPPV, whiplash, joint replacements, stroke recovery, TMJ, traumatic brain injury, sports injuries, and workplace-related injuries, among others.Is physical therapy a realistic alternative to surgery or injections?
For many patients, yes. Community Physical Therapy positions conservative care as a meaningful option before pursuing invasive procedures. PT is significantly less expensive than surgery and carries none of the risks associated with neurological disorders, infection, anesthesia, or extended surgical downtime. The clinic also offers prehabilitation for patients who do plan to have surgery, helping them build strength and prepare their body in advance so that post-operative recovery is faster and more effective. Whether you are trying to avoid surgery or preparing for it, the clinic can build a plan around your specific goals.
How far do patients typically travel to reach the Hanover clinic?
The clinic is located in Hanover, MA, and serves patients from across the South Shore region. Many patients come from surrounding communities who are looking for a therapist-owned, patient-first practice as an alternative to larger corporate rehabilitation centers. The clinic welcomes patients from throughout the region and can help you determine if the location is a practical fit for your care.When did Community Physical Therapy open, and what sets it apart from corporate clinics?
The practice was incorporated in March 2022 and opened to patients in July 2022. What sets it apart from corporate rehabilitation clinics is its ownership structure, care model, and clinical philosophy. Corporate clinics often prioritize high patient volume and use rotating staff. Community Physical Therapy operates on the opposite model: therapist ownership, one-on-one care with the same clinician every visit, integrated PT and OT collaboration, and customized treatment plans built around movement analysis rather than generic exercise protocols.
