Expert Hip Pain Physical Therapy in Gales Ferry, CT
Hip pain doesn't have to slow you down. At GOAT Physical Therapy and Wellness, every visit is a one-on-one, 60-minute session with a Doctor of Physical Therapy — focused entirely on you and your goals. No referral needed. No rushing. Just real, personalized care designed to get you moving and feeling your best again.
Still Dealing With Hip Pain After Trying PT?
Rushed, Divided Attention
When one therapist is split across three or four patients at once, your care gets diluted. You end up doing exercises on your own while your therapist works with someone else — and your questions go unanswered.
Insurance-Dictated Treatment
When your care is guided by what insurance allows rather than what your body needs, progress stalls. You may be discharged before you've reached your real goals — returning to sport, running without pain, or simply moving freely again.
'Good Enough' Isn't Good Enough
Most PT stops at getting you back to baseline. But if your goal is to get stronger, stay active, or prevent future injury, you need a plan that goes beyond symptom management and focuses on lasting results.
Why Gales Ferry Chooses GOAT for Hip Pain PT
At GOAT Physical Therapy and Wellness, we bridge the gap between rehabilitation and fitness. Our out of network model means your care is never dictated by insurance timelines — only by what you actually need. Most of our hip pain patients reach their goals in just 6–10 visits, because we address root causes, not just symptoms. Connecticut is a direct access state, so you can get started today — no referral required.
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• One-on-one, 60-minute sessions with a Doctor of Physical Therapy — every single visit, no aides or assistants
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• Out of network care means your treatment is built around your goals, not insurance limits
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• No referral needed — walk in, get assessed, and start a plan built specifically for you
What Our Clients Say
"I did ten sessions for hip pain. Ben provided a variety of exercises using no equipment — equipment I already had at home. I had my last session in mid-December 2024, and have continued with the exercises at home. Thank you GOAT, for helping me manage my hip pain!"
Your Path to Moving Without Hip Pain
Book a Free Consult
Tell us about your hip pain, your history, and what you want to get back to doing. We'll listen carefully and make sure GOAT is the right fit for your goals.
Get Your Personalized Plan
Your Doctor of Physical Therapy will assess your movement, identify the root cause of your pain, and build a hands-on treatment plan tailored to you — not a template.
Return to What You Love
With targeted manual therapy, strength training, and movement retraining, you'll build lasting results that extend well beyond your final session.
Hip Pain Physical Therapy for Every Condition
Whether you're managing a new injury or navigating a long-standing issue, GOAT's hip pain physical therapy in Gales Ferry is built to meet you where you are. Using manual therapy, dry needling, therapeutic exercise, and movement retraining, we create individualized treatment plans that address your specific condition — and help you build the strength to stay well long-term.
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• Hip Pain & Hip Impingement (FAI) — reduce pain, restore mobility, and return to the activities you love with targeted one-on-one care
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• Labral Tear & Groin Pain — comprehensive assessment and individualized rehab to support healing, stability, and confident movement
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• Hamstring Strain, IT Band Syndrome & Runner's Knee — performance-focused treatment to get runners and active adults back on track safely
Real Results from Real Patients
5-Star rated across 44 Google reviews
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"After years of back pain, I finally found relief at GOAT. Dr. Amy's manual therapy skills are incredible, and the personalized attention helped me understand what was really causing my pain. I'm back to running pain-free!"
- Sarah M.
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"The 60-minute sessions make such a difference. At other PT clinics, I felt rushed. Here, Dr. Colleen took time to really assess my back issues and create a plan that worked. I'm moving better than I have in a decade."
- - Michael R.
"I was skeptical about out of network physical therapy, but GOAT PT was worth every penny. My chronic lower back pain is gone after just 8 visits. The expertise and individualized care you get here is unmatched."
- Jennifer L.
Meet the Doctors and Specialists Behind Your GOAT Experience
Expert care. Real people. Every session, one-on-one.
- Dr. Colleen Davis, DPT
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Owner and Founder of GOAT, Dr. Colleen specializes in neurologic and vestibular rehabilitation. She loves helping people discover how movement and exercise can transform their lives. A Gales Ferry resident, she's passionate about serving her community with personalized, results-driven care.
- Dr. Amy Mooradian, DPT
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Known as 'Magic Hands' for her exceptional manual therapy skills, Dr. Amy has over 21 years of experience treating back pain, neck pain, and headaches. She specializes in helping runners and weekend warriors overcome pain and return to the activities they love stronger than before.
Dr. Ben Choi, DPT, USAW Level 1
A UCONN DPT graduate and competitive Olympic weightlifter, Dr. Ben specializes in treating barbell athletes and active individuals with back pain. As a certified Olympic weightlifting coach, he understands the unique demands of strength training and helps you lift safely and effectively.
Visit GOAT PT in Gales Ferry, CT
Just 2 minutes from Gales Ferry center via CT-12. We're conveniently located near Ledyard Center Shopping Center, just 1.5 miles south on Route 12.
Common Questions
Everything you need to know before your first visit to GOAT Physical Therapy and Wellness in Gales Ferry.
Do I need a doctor's referral to be seen at GOAT?
No referral is needed. Connecticut is a direct access state, which means you can schedule directly with our Doctors of Physical Therapy without a physician's order. Simply call us or book online to get started.
Do you accept health insurance?
GOAT Physical Therapy and Wellness is an out of network practice. This means your care is never dictated by insurance timelines or coverage limits — your Doctor of PT builds your treatment plan around what your body actually needs, not what an insurance policy allows. We're happy to discuss your options and provide a superbill for potential out-of-network reimbursement. Contact us for a free phone consultation to learn more about our fees.
How many visits will I need for hip pain physical therapy?
Every patient is different, but most of our patients reach their goals in just 6–10 visits. Because we address the root cause of your hip pain — not just the symptoms — you spend less time in the clinic and more time living your life. Your Doctor of PT will give you a realistic, individualized estimate after your first session.