Plainville, MA
Located on Route 152 and directly next to Piezoni’s Pizzeria in Plainville, this Highbar location is easily accessible for patients in southeastern Massachusetts. This clinic features large windows that brighten our spacious and comfortable gym with an open floor plan. We offer blood flow restriction training and have clinicians certified in trigger point dry needling. We also specialize in care for runners and athletes. From the moment you walk in the door, you’ll become part of the Highbar family, receiving unparalleled care that will help you become the happiest, healthiest version of yourself.
Meet the Team
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Clinic Director: Dr. Brendan Boyle DPT, OCS
Dr. Brendan Boyle is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, sports-related injuries, long-distance running, and track & field. He loves to empower patients to find ways to take control of their pain on their own in addition to helping them in the clinic. He is passionate about helping patients understand how their musculoskeletal system works and putting their injuries in a context they can understand. Brendan is also a Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist who is a faculty member for Highbar's Orthopedic Residency program.
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Dr. Val Madonna-Lendvai is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, spine, sports-related injuries, occupational health, neuro, balance and falls, running, and motorsports. He is passionate about providing patients with the tools and guidance to improve their own quality of life and physical function.
In his free time, Val enjoys running, biking, and carting. He also loves watching Formula 1 racing, traveling, and spending time with his dog named Banana and his cat named Boo.
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Spine
Sports Injuries
Occupational Health
Neuro
Balance & Falls
Running
Motorsports
Dr. Val Madonna-Lendvai is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, spine, sports-related injuries, occupational health, neuro, balance and falls, running, and motorsports. He is passionate about providing patients with the tools and guidance to improve their own quality of life and physical function.
In his free time, Val enjoys running, biking, and carting. He also loves watching Formula 1 racing, traveling, and spending time with his dog named Banana and his cat named Boo.
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Spine
Sports Injuries
Occupational Health
Neuro
Balance & Falls
Running
Motorsports
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Lynn Johnson is a Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist who specializes in orthopedics, sports-related injuries, running injuries and conditions, and injuries of the knee, hip, ankle, and foot. She’s passionate about helping her patients achieve their goals and getting athletes back to playing their sport. Lynn values the relationships she’s built with patients over the 20+ years she’s been working as a physical therapist.
A seasoned runner, Lynn has been inducted into the Holy Cross Hall of Fame for her athletic and academic accomplishments. She’s run over 20 marathons including the Boston Marathon multiple times. When she’s not running with the Wampanoag Running Club or training for her next marathon, she enjoys hiking, skiing, and spending time outdoors. She resides in North Attleboro, MA with her husband Steve, daughter Sarah, and a black lab named Nauset.
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Sports Injuries
Running
Knee
Hip
Ankle & Foot
Lynn Johnson is a Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist who specializes in orthopedics, sports-related injuries, running injuries and conditions, and injuries of the knee, hip, ankle, and foot. She’s passionate about helping her patients achieve their goals and getting athletes back to playing their sport. Lynn values the relationships she’s built with patients over the 20+ years she’s been working as a physical therapist.
A seasoned runner, Lynn has been inducted into the Holy Cross Hall of Fame for her athletic and academic accomplishments. She’s run over 20 marathons including the Boston Marathon multiple times. When she’s not running with the Wampanoag Running Club or training for her next marathon, she enjoys hiking, skiing, and spending time outdoors. She resides in North Attleboro, MA with her husband Steve, daughter Sarah, and a black lab named Nauset.
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Sports Injuries
Running
Knee
Hip
Ankle & Foot
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Dr. Liz Goodrich is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics and yoga-based recovery. She believes in a compassionate and holistic approach to recovery and loves to teach others about the body’s ability to heal.
In her free time, Liz loves to stay active by practicing yoga, running, strength training, playing tennis, rollerblading, and cross-country skiing. She also enjoys spending time in nature, especially when it’s with her friends and family.
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Yoga
Dr. Liz Goodrich is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics and yoga-based recovery. She believes in a compassionate and holistic approach to recovery and loves to teach others about the body’s ability to heal.
In her free time, Liz loves to stay active by practicing yoga, running, strength training, playing tennis, rollerblading, and cross-country skiing. She also enjoys spending time in nature, especially when it’s with her friends and family.
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Yoga
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Dr. Katherine Meschisen is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, spine, pelvic health, women’s health, volleyball, aquatics, and pregnancy & postpartum conditions. She is passionate about helping patients get back to the activities they love the most and empowering them to make improvements in their lives.
In her free time, Katherine loves reading, going to the beach, baking, cooking, and spending time with her husband and son. She enjoys staying active, especially if it’s through playing volleyball. If there’s a Patriots or Red Sox game on, you can usually find her cheering on her favorite teams!
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Spine
Pelvic Health
Women’s Health
Volleyball
Aquatics
Pregnancy & Postpartum
Dr. Katherine Meschisen is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, spine, pelvic health, women’s health, volleyball, aquatics, and pregnancy & postpartum conditions. She is passionate about helping patients get back to the activities they love the most and empowering them to make improvements in their lives.
In her free time, Katherine loves reading, going to the beach, baking, cooking, and spending time with her husband and son. She enjoys staying active, especially if it’s through playing volleyball. If there’s a Patriots or Red Sox game on, you can usually find her cheering on her favorite teams!
Specialties:
Orthopedics
Spine
Pelvic Health
Women’s Health
Volleyball
Aquatics
Pregnancy & Postpartum
"I love being able to help people live their best lives while watching them grow and change to reach their optimal potential."
Sara enjoys traveling, cooking, and going to theater. She loves visiting museums, historical sites, and exploring quintessential New England towns. Her favorite sports teams are the New York Rangers. Dr. Sara Linden enjoys spending time with her husband Marc, and cat Roxy.
"I love being able to help people live their best lives while watching them grow and change to reach their optimal potential."
Sara enjoys traveling, cooking, and going to theater. She loves visiting museums, historical sites, and exploring quintessential New England towns. Her favorite sports teams are the New York Rangers. Dr. Sara Linden enjoys spending time with her husband Marc, and cat Roxy.
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