Meet Our Staff

Henry Sisun, RPH, MSPT - President

Henry is the founder of the Rhode Island Rehabilitation Institute, the parent company of Back on Track. He received his Master's degree in Physical Therapy from Boston University and he holds a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from the University of Rhode Island. Henry holds two patents in the area of drug delivery and electrode technology. In addition to his management responsibilities, Henry uses his extensive experience in manual therapy, aquatic therapy, surface electromyography and functional capacity evaluations to treat all types of neuromusculoskeletal dysfunction.

Paul Salvi, PT - Assistant Clinic Director

Paul received his Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy from Northeastern University. While working through the co-op programs at Northeastern, Paul was exposed to practicing all facets of rehabilitation at some of New England's best medical centers: Beth Israel Hospital, U-MASS Medical Center and Fairlawn Rehabilitation Hospital. This experience, combined with intense training in the Burdenko Method of Water and Sports Therapy, has provided Paul with the necessary skills to treat numerous orthopedic, neurological and cardiopulmonary dysfunction.

Mariam Adili, PT, CEES

Mariam received her Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy from Howard University. Mariam is experienced in the rehabilitation of both neurological and orthopedic patients. She has been involved in the development of sports medicine and golf enhancement programs, and has a background in teaching back-school classes that enable her to educate patients in injury prevention. Mariam has also completed training in ergonomics and is now a Certified Ergonomic Evaluation Specialist (CEES).

Lindsay Bateman, MSPT

Lindsay received her Master of Science degree in Physical Therapy from Thomas Jefferson University and her Bachelor degree in Biology from Villanova University. She is trained in the Burdenko Method of Water and Sports Therapy and has experience in several areas of physical therapy including both out patient and acute orthopedics. Lindsay integrates her manual skills, knowledge of aquatic therapy and custom designed exercise programs in order to promote long-term healthy living for her patients.

Lauren Byrne, PT, DPT

Lauren has her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the State University of New York at Buffalo. Lauren has trained in New York and Massachusetts, in various clinical settings honing her skills as a Physical Therapist. After graduating, Lauren began working at Back on Track and has completed her certification in the Burdenko water therapy method at the Burdenko Water Institute. Lauren's specialty interests include aquatic, orthopedics, and neuromuscular rehabilitation.

Magnum Cum Laude Graduate of Boston University in Physical Therapy, Dorinda specializes in manual therapy with an osteopathic approach. With over 26 years experience as a therapist, she has skill in treating a wide variety of conditions including headaches, fibromyalgia, neurologic, orthopedic, muscular and lymphatic/vascular systems disorders. Dorinda also has experience in Women's Health issues and has received training in France on urogenital disorders. She loves treating back and neck problems, is a back-school educator and a certified teaching assistant. Her success begins by looking at the "total person" she then addresses each restriction and limitation in the manner best suited for the individual. This combination of craniosacral and visceral techniques allow both chronic and acute conditions to respond and heal as scar tissue is broken down and restrictions are freed

Stephanie Gray, DPT

Stephanie received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Slippery Rock University in 2005 and also possesses a BS in exercise Physiology with a minor in Aquatic Therapy. Stephanie has trained in Australia as well as the U.S. and has completed both Level I and II Burdenko Training at the Burdenko Institute. Stephanie has a strong interest in orthopedics and water based therapy and brings the latest educational advancements and training with her to Back on Track.

Jaime Herrmann, MPT

Jaime received her Masters of Physical Therapy and Bachelor os Science in Nutrition and Food Sciences from University of Vermont. Prior to practicing physical therapy in Massachusetts, Jaime worked closely with three of Washington, DC's top doctors at an orthopedic sports medicine facility. Her specialty includes general orthopedics and sports specific rehabilitation. She is also trained in women's health related issues including urinary incontinence, pre/post pregnancy, and chronic pelvic pain. Her treatment plan focuses on a combination of manual therapy skills, patient education, and exercise specific programs to achieve optimal function for patients. Jaime is the Clinical Manager for the Cambridge facility and plays the lead marketing role for Back On Track. She is also a member of National Strength and Conditioning Association.

Jane Karpovsky, MSPT

Jane received her Masters degree in physical therapy from Northeastern University in Boston, MA. Jane's interests include rehabilitation of various orthopedic conditions using manual skills, patient specific exercise programs and aquatic therapy. She has been trained in the Burdenko Water and Land rehabilitation. She is a member of APTA and is bilingual in Russian and English.

Anne-Marie Pages, MSPT

Anne-Marie is a graduate of medical university of South Carolina with a Masters of Science in Physical Therapy. Her undergraduate education was at Wofford College in South Carolina where she played NCASA Division I Basketball and Soccer. Prior to Physical Therapy she has experience in working as a teacher in the Boston Public School Systems. Her Physical Therapy experience includes Sub acute rehabilitation at UNC Chapel Hill, NC, out patient orthopedics in Seattle VA system as well as experience in private practice. Her areas of specialty include Aquatic Physical Therapy and Geriatrics. In her spare time she is involved in local athletics and enjoys training and rehab of sports based injuries.

Cynthia Philips, MA. OTR/L CHT

Cynthia is a Certified Hand Therapist with over twenty years of experience. Cindy is a graduate of Boston University with a degree in Occupational Therapy. She is a founding charter member of the American Society of Hand Therapists and has lectured both nationally and internationally on hand therapy techniques. Cindy has published several articles and chapters in hand therapy and co-authored a book on hand splinting.

Lynne is a 1978 graduate of the Sargent School of Allied Health at Boston University. In addition to her degree in Physical Therapy, Lynne has taken numerous continuing education courses and been awarded certificates in visceral manipulation (the Barral Institute), craniosacral therapy (The Upledger Institute), and myofascial release (John Barnes). She is currently a teaching assistant for the Barral Institute. Lynne brings over 30 years of experience as a physical therapist and has worked in a variety of settings including hospitals, schools, home care and out-patient clinics. Lynne is also Nautilus certified in weight training and has been published. With regard to her current techniques, Lynne believes in utilizing a variety of manual therapies including visceral manipulation, myofascial release, craniosacral therapy, massage and exercise. An individual exercise program is designed for each patient and proper nutrition is also emphasized in order to create optimum health. Lynne has experience in treating most of the major general orthopedic conditions. She has a special interest in helping patients with neck and back pain and has achieved excellent results. Lynne is an avid hiker and enjoys the outdoors.

Cynde Reilly, PT

Cynde is a graduate of the University of North Dakota School of Physical Therapy. Her interests include fitness, nutrition and self-care. Cynde has over 20 years experience as a physical therapist in settings including skilled rehabilitation, outpatient therapy, and private practice. She uses manual therapy techniques in addition to instruction in therapeutic exercise, posture and self-care to empower clients to achieve their goals of recovery and well-being.

Ian Rubinstein, MPT

Ian is a light touch manual therapist who enjoys helping his clients holistically get to the core of their diseases. He graduated from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey and Rutgers University. He has extensive training in various forms of manual therapy. Ian has been in practice for over 14 years and has assisted thousands in a wide variety of rehabilitative settings. He is gifted in the following techniques: craniosacral therapy, visceral manipulation, Reiki, and various other forms of facial release techniques.

James Ruetenik, DPT, OCS

Jim is a graduate of the Massachusetts Hospital Institute of Health Professions with a Master's Degree in Physical Therapy. He specializes in orthopedics using a combination of manual therapy and directed exercise to achieve specific physical goals. Jim has demonstrated success in treating spinal, shoulder, hip and knee injuries with this integrated approach. Jim mobilizes and stabilizes to resolve any underlying mechanical dysfunctions he might find. Jim is able to integrate pool, land, manual, and exercise therapy to achieve treatment objectives.

Veronica qualified with honors in 1975 from Saint Mary's Hospital School of Physiotherapy in London, UK. She has worked and studied in the UK, Africa, and the USA, developing techniques that treat patients as a whole individual rather than as an isolated part. Veronica integrates these manual therapy techniques into her treatment sessions to produce exceptional results.