Ryan Johnson, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, is a licensed physical therapist and Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist. Prior to joining The CORE Institute, Ryan earned his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, graduating magna cum laude from Appalachian State University, and his Doctor of Physical Therapy from Winston-Salem State University. He also completed an Orthopedic Residency Program through Upstream Rehabilitation.
Ryan Johnson, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, is a licensed physical therapist and Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist. Prior to joining The CORE Institute, Ryan earned his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, graduating magna cum laude from Appalachian State University, and his Doctor of Physical Therapy from Winston-Salem State University. He also completed an Orthopedic Residency Program through Upstream Rehabilitation.
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Made things easy to understand. Was very helpful, kind and professional while still being personable.
(4 days ago)
Jan-2026
Ryan makes my kid work hard but keeps it challenging and fun. My son's said more than once since he's started working with him "I didn't know I could do that!"
(5 days ago)
Jan-2026
Ryan was wonderful! Very informative and listened to all my concerns. I feel very confident that he will help me with my problems!
(6 days ago)
Jan-2026
Good explanations.
(6 days ago)
Jan-2026
Good
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
Wonderful! Very knowledgeable. Great patient care.
(1 week ago)
Dec-2025
Very professional. Explained everything so I understood. Wants the people to be successful during and after physical therapy
(1 week ago)
Dec-2025
Very patient, kind, willing to listen to me, and explained what is going on in all aspects of his working with me.
(2 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
He’s covered in his job and he know what he’s doing. I believe he gonna fix my problem and give me to reach my goal to have a free pain.
(2 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Very knowledgeable and was able to help me feel comfortable. Great personality.
Ryan Johnson, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, is a licensed physical therapist and Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist.
Prior to joining The CORE Institute, Ryan earned his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, graduating magna cum laude from Appalachian State University, and his Doctor of Physical Therapy from Winston-Salem State University. He also completed an Orthopedic Residency Program through Upstream Rehabilitation.
Ryan brings extensive experience in treating a wide range of orthopedic conditions and sports-related injuries. He has served as a Clinic Director and Manager, mentoring new therapists and leading advanced training in areas such as return-to-sport rehabilitation, overhead athlete care, and evidence-based manual therapy. In addition to his clinical experience, Ryan is an adjunct faculty member at Midwestern University, where he teaches orthopedic evaluation and dry needling techniques.
He holds multiple certifications, including Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), Champion Performance Specialist, and Blood Flow Restriction Training. Ryan is passionate about optimizing performance and helping patients safely return to the activities they love.
Made things easy to understand. Was very helpful, kind and professional while still being personable.
Ryan makes my kid work hard but keeps it challenging and fun. My son's said more than once since he's started working with him "I didn't know I could do that!"
Ryan was wonderful! Very informative and listened to all my concerns. I feel very confident that he will help me with my problems!
Good explanations.
Good
Wonderful! Very knowledgeable. Great patient care.
Very professional. Explained everything so I understood. Wants the people to be successful during and after physical therapy
Very patient, kind, willing to listen to me, and explained what is going on in all aspects of his working with me.
He’s covered in his job and he know what he’s doing. I believe he gonna fix my problem and give me to reach my goal to have a free pain.
Very knowledgeable and was able to help me feel comfortable. Great personality.