Sam Matisko

Sam has been part of the Finish Line PT family since 2012—starting as an aide and growing into one of our most well-rounded and deeply experienced clinicians. A former soccer player turned triathlete and long-time runner, Sam brings a blend of athlete insight, clinical precision, and whole-body perspective to every treatment session.

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She earned her undergraduate degree in Nutrition Science from Syracuse University and her Doctor of Physical Therapy from NYU. Over the years, she has trained extensively through the Gray Institute and the Postural Restoration Institute, developing a movement-focused, full-body approach that prioritizes function, alignment, and sustainability—whether you’re returning to running, training for your next race, or navigating postpartum changes.

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Sam has a special passion for working with female athletes and has developed deep expertise in pelvic floor rehab and perinatal care. She believes the pelvic floor is often overlooked in sports medicine and should be an integrated part of treatment for athletes of all kinds, especially during and after pregnancy. She’s also a certified running coach through VDOTO2 and loves bridging the gap between rehab and performance with personalized, strength-based run programming.

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Whether she’s working with an elite triathlete or a new parent getting back to movement, Sam’s focus is always the same: meet people where they are, understand their goals, and get them moving better than ever.