You Deserve A Team That’s Fully Committed To Helping You Get Better.
When you’re in pain, choosing the right physical therapist matters.
At Better With Physical Therapy, you’ll always work one-on-one with a licensed physical therapist who takes the time to understand your goals, answer your questions, and create a plan that’s personalized for you. We believe exceptional care starts with listening, building relationships, and earning your trust.
Our mission is simple: to help you Move Better, Feel Better and truly Live Better.
One-on-One Care
Every visit is spent one-on-one with your physical therapist. No rushing between patients. No handoffs. Just focused, individualized care.
Personalized Treatment
Your goals become our goals. Whether you want to return to sports, keep up with your family, or simply live without pain, your treatment is built around what matters most to you.
A Team Approach
While you’ll work closely with one therapist, you’ll benefit from the experience and collaboration of our entire clinical team. Together, we’re committed to finding the best path to your recovery.
Dr. Matthew Riordan
PT, DPT, OCS, CMTPT, Level 1 Running Gait Analyst, Founder/CEO
Life gets busy. Between careers, family, and everyday responsibilities, it’s easy to accept stiffness, aches, and pain as simply part of getting older. But it doesn’t have to be that way.
As a former collegiate athlete, father of four, and physical therapist for more than 25 years, Matthew understands the importance of staying active—not just for today, but for decades to come.
In 2004, he founded Better With Physical Therapy because he believed patients deserved something different: one-on-one care, undivided attention, and treatment plans built around the individual rather than the schedule. That philosophy continues to shape every aspect of the practice today.
A lifelong learner, Matthew is continually seeking opportunities to grow as a clinician so he can provide the highest level of care to his patients. Throughout his career, he has pursued advanced training in orthopedic manual therapy, myofascial trigger point therapy, dry needling, movement analysis, running gait evaluation, blood flow restriction (BFR) rehabilitation, vestibular rehabilitation, and strength and conditioning, while remaining committed to evidence-based practice and continuous professional development.
Matthew enjoys helping active adults overcome pain, recover from injuries, and continue doing the things they love with confidence. Whether you’re returning to sports, keeping up with your children or grandchildren, or simply wanting to move without limitations, his goal is to help you build a body that’s ready for whatever life brings next.
Outside the clinic, Matthew enjoys spending time with his wife and four children, coaching multiple Florham Park youth sports teams, practicing what he preaches by staying active, giving back to the Madison local community, and—true to his lifelong love of learning—continuing to grow alongside the talented team at Better With Physical Therapy.
Education & Advanced Training
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
- Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS)
- Certified Myofascial Trigger Point Therapist (CMTPT)
- Certified in Dry Needling
- Running Gait Analysis
- Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Rehabilitation
- Assistant Instructor, Myopain Seminars
- Clinical Instructor & Mentor
Dr. Will Hylton
PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, Level 1 Running Gait Analyst, Clinical Director
Will is passionate about providing a goal based approach to physical therapy to help people meet their true potential. Will enjoys working with patients of all ages, though is most passionate about working with young and adult athletes returning to their sport related activities at their highest level. Being a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and a Doctor of Physical Therapy, Will is able to work with athletes across the entire rehabilitation continuum, even continuing long after an injury has resolved with the goal of returning to sport BETTER than ever before.
While receiving his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology from Lynchburg College, he was also a member of the Baseball Team. During that time he also served as a CrossFit Trainer for two local gyms. Will stayed at Lynchburg College and received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy. After completing his Doctorate, Will continued his educational journey at Sacred Heart University, where he completed an Orthopedic Residency Program allowing him to specialize in Orthopedic Physical Therapy. He also had the opportunity to teach in the SHU Doctorate of Physical Therapy program at that time.
Will is originally from Southwest Virginia and is a new native to New Jersey. In his free time Will participates in all the recreational sports he has time for, CrossFit, and Olympic Weightlifting.
Dr. Jaime Ferreira
PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, Level 1 Running Gait Analyst
Jaime grew up as a soccer player throughout his entire life. Along the road, he had his fair share of experiences visiting different medical professionals for a variety of injuries, but mostly ankle sprains. Jaime noticed the physical therapists he worked with were always engaged in his sessions and really seemed to enjoy what they were doing. More importantly, they were always able to get him back to doing the things he enjoyed most, such as playing soccer, hiking, biking and skateboarding.
Jaime enjoys working with all ranges of athletes from youth sports to weekend warriors to get them back to the things they love. However, along the way he has found a deep appreciation for putting together and solving the puzzle to help people achieve their goals.
Jaime received his Bachelor of Science in Biology Degree from Kean University. He continued at Kean University to receive his Doctorate of Physical Therapy. During that process, he completed one of his full-time clinical affiliations right here at Better With PT. Outside of the classroom as DPT student, Jaime worked along side professors completing research projects to further develop the Physical Therapy Profession. During his final year at Kean University, he worked as a Teaching Assistant to help 1st year students through their Anatomy lectures and cadaver laboratory.
In addition to being a Physical Therapist, Jaime is a youth soccer coach in his hometown of Union, NJ. He enjoys playing soccer recreationally, living an active lifestyle, and learning something new everyday.
Dr. Michael Demunno
PT, DPT, CMTPT/DN, OCS, Titleist Performance Institute Medical Lvl 2, EHPI-Certified, AIB-Certified
Michael has been an outpatient orthopedic physical therapist providing high level quality care to the people of Morris County for the last 9 years. He enjoys developing goal based therapy plans for each patient and assisting them throughout the entirety of their journey. Everyone’s journey is different and Michael’s desire to provide care follows the same mantra.
Michael started his journey graduating with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Sacred Heart University. He then spent the last 10 years servicing the active community with their rehabilitative needs. Michael specializes in the treatment of the youth and adolescent athlete, active/athletic adults, and those that suffer from Vestibular disorders. He is also certified in the treatment of vestibular dysfunction and concussion.
A recent medical emergency has led Michael to change his view point of health care and has stimulated his desire to change the narrative of how services can be provided. This change in point of view has driven him to seek a BETTER way of providing skilled Physical Therapy services.
When Michael is not working alongside his patients, you can find him watching and playing any sport possible, he played baseball throughout college. He also enjoys running, hiking, and working with his hands while completing DIY projects around his house.
Shana Hoke
PT, DPT, CLT, Pelvic Health Specialist
Shana is a Doctor of Physical Therapy with advanced training in pelvic health, orthopedic, lymphedema, and breast rehabilitation. Shana’s person-first approach prioritizes each patient’s goals and comfort, using a combination of education, manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, and lifestyle modifications to improve their function and quality of life. She’s committed to making every session meaningful- building trust, connection, and care that feels personal.
Shana’s love for movement is at the heart of her practice. Whether she’s dancing, practicing yoga, playing soccer, snowboarding, or lifting weights, she brings an experiential understanding of the body in motion to her work. This connection to movement helps her develop therapy sessions for her patients that feel intuitive and empowering.
Originally from Montclair, New Jersey, Shana earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Boston University’s Sargent College in 2018. She began her career in Brooklyn, New York, where she spent seven years gaining clinical experience treating a diverse patient population and deepening her expertise in pelvic health rehabilitation. Back in NJ following the birth of her first daughter, Shana is thrilled to reconnect with the New Jersey community. Shana is a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Pelvic & Women’s Health Physical Therapy as well as a Teacher’s Assistant for Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute. She welcomes individuals of all genders and identities.
Lauren Byrne
PT, DPT, CMTPT, Level 1 Running Gait Analyst, HSS Rehabilitation Young Athlete Certified Clinician
Lauren is a dedicated physical therapist with a strong background in both health sciences and athletics. She earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Scranton, where she competed on the university’s swim team for five years before serving as an assistant coach for the men’s and women’s teams. Her experience as a student-athlete deepened her passion for helping athletes better understand their injuries and meet their sport-specific performance goals.
Originally from New Jersey, Lauren began her physical therapy career in Hawaii, where she worked one-on-one with athletes and orthopedic patients in an outpatient setting before returning to the East Coast. Her time in Hawaii strengthened her love for running, swimming, paddling, and hiking, reinforcing her belief in maintaining an active lifestyle. Whether she’s helping athletes recover from injuries or supporting individuals seeking improved mobility and quality of life, Lauren’s goal remains the same, to empower her patients to move better and feel their best.
Jack Masson
Personal Trainer and Therapeutic Stretch Specialist
Jack brings enthusiasm and great energy to the amazing team at Better with Physical Therapy. Born and raised in Madison, he enjoys being part of a group that cares for the community and values working alongside specialists who are true experts in their field.
Certified in Personal Training through the National Academy of Sports Medicine, and having worked with clients both 1-on-1 and in small group settings for over 5 years, Jack is passionate about helping others get stronger through physical exercise and making a commitment to change. Having played sports his whole life, Jack is adapted to working with people from all backgrounds and conditions, such as children, parents, grandparents, athletes, and more. You name it, he’s worked with it.
When he’s not busy impacting lives for the BETTER, you can find Jack acting in theater and putting on plays, as one of his biggest passions is entertaining others and making people smile. Part of his core principles, Jack believes life is about doing what you love and not letting anything or anyone hold you back from doing that.
Eager & ready to serve you, Jack wants to know what’s holding you back.
Board Certified Clinical Specialization & Advanced Certifications
At Better With Physical Therapy in Madison, the advanced certifications held by our staff ensure that every patient receives top-tier care grounded in specialized expertise. Our physical therapists hold credentials like Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS), a distinction earned by fewer than 5% of PTs nationwide. This certification means we possess advanced skills in diagnosing and treating complex orthopedic conditions, often uncovering underlying issues that may be missed in more generalized settings. Our OCS-certified therapists use evidence-based techniques to accelerate recovery, reduce pain, and improve mobility — all with the goal of helping you return to your daily activities stronger and more confident.
In addition, certifications like Dry Needling (CMTPT) and Running Gait Analysis (RUN DNA) allow us to provide targeted treatments that get to the root of your discomfort quickly and effectively. Dry Needling helps release muscle tension and trigger points that contribute to chronic pain, while Running Gait Analysis enables us to refine movement patterns for athletes and active individuals, reducing injury risk and enhancing performance. These specialized skills, combined with our commitment to one-on-one care, set us apart from clinics that take a more standardized approach. At Better With Physical Therapy, your care is personalized, precise, and designed to help you achieve your goals — because you deserve more than just the basics when it comes to your health and mobility.