Dr. John Ribeiro, DPT, PT, Ridgefield, CT

About Dr. John Ribeiro

Dr. John Ribeiro brings over a decade of experience in the performance and rehabilitation space to Apex Performance PT. His journey into physical therapy was inspired by his roots as a personal trainer and CrossFit coach, where he first discovered the transformative power of physical rehabilitation and movement. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from Northeastern University and his Doctor of Physical Therapy (cum laude) from the University of Hartford. Demonstrating his commitment to clinical excellence, Dr. Ribeiro is a board-certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS). His extensive clinical toolkit also includes certifications in dry needling, SFMA (Selective Functional Movement Assessment), CrossFit L1 & Mobility, and ICE (Cervical, Lumbar, Extremity, and Pain Management). What truly sets Dr. Ribeiro apart is his unwavering dedication to his patients. He strives to bring clarity and compassion to the often-complex healthcare system, serving as a relentless advocate for his patients’ well-being and athletic longevity. His treatment philosophy relies on a systemic approach: treating the whole person, not just the diagnosis. While he utilizes targeted manual therapy, dry needling, and various modalities as a means to an end, creating windows of opportunity for better movement, his primary focus is on driving lasting physical change through progressive loading principles. By integrating foundational strength and conditioning concepts like intensity, volume, and specificity into rehabilitation, he provides true, long-term solutions rather than temporary fixes. Dr. Ribeiro practices what he preaches, applying these exact loading and capacity-building principles to his own training. He firmly operates on the belief that no one is “unfixable.” The human body is incredibly adaptable, and most people simply need the right physical inputs to get the output they want.

Popular visit reasons

Aquatic Therapy

Arthritis

Bladder Pain / Interstitial Cystitis

Dizziness

Hand Problems

Physical Therapy Consultation

Sports Injury

X-ray

Aquatic Therapy

Arthritis

Bladder Pain / Interstitial Cystitis

Dizziness

Office location

Apex Performance & Physical Therapy

111 Prospect Rdg, Ridgefield, CT 06877

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Education and background

Practice names

Apex Performance & Physical Therapy

Education and training

University of Hartford, Doctor of Physical Therapy
Northeastern University (Bachelor's)

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1225686694

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Frequently asked questions

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What practice does Dr. John Ribeiro work with?

Dr. John Ribeiro works with Apex Performance & Physical Therapy.

Where is Dr. John Ribeiro's office located?

Dr. John Ribeiro's office is located at 111 Prospect Rdg, Ridgefield, CT 06877.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. John Ribeiro?

Dr. John Ribeiro frequently sees patients for Arthritis, Hand Problems, Physical Therapy Consultation, Sports Injury, and X-ray. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. John Ribeiro on their profile.