Ashitha Thomas, DPT – Doctor of Physical Therapy - Physical therapy Care in Nutley | Nutley Chiropractor

Dr. Ashitha Thomas, DPT

Expert Physical Therapist at Options Rehab

Dr. Ashitha Thomas is a highly skilled and compassionate Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) at Options Rehab in Nutley, NJ. With extensive experience in both neurological and orthopedic rehabilitation, Dr. Thomas is dedicated to helping patients restore function, alleviate pain, and improve mobility. She earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia in 2016, after completing her Bachelor’s in Health Science.

Since entering the field, Dr. Thomas has worked extensively in outpatient orthopedics and neurological rehabilitation. Her broad expertise enables her to effectively treat a wide variety of conditions, from musculoskeletal injuries to chronic pain disorders.

Specialized Training & Certifications

Dr. Thomas is committed to continuously advancing her knowledge and skills. She holds specialized certifications in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT) of the lumbar spine from the prestigious McKenzie Institute, which allows her to accurately diagnose and treat back pain and spinal disorders. Additionally, she is certified in Kinesiotaping Level 1, a therapeutic technique that supports and stabilizes muscles and joints, enhancing mobility and reducing pain.

Patient-Centered Care

Dr. Thomas is known for her compassionate approach to patient care. She tailors treatment plans that focus on joint-friendly therapeutic exercises designed to restore function and reduce discomfort. Her treatments are individualized to ensure the most effective and comfortable plan for each patient, whether they are recovering from an injury, surgery, or managing a chronic condition.

Passion for Fitness & Family

Outside of her professional life, Dr. Thomas values an active lifestyle. She enjoys working out, dancing, and staying up to date on the latest physical therapy research. When she’s not at the clinic, she loves spending quality time with her family, including her husband and their 2-year-old daughter, who keeps her on her toes.

Joseph Vakerich

Dr. Ruiz and Dr. Ordonez are amazing chiropractors! They are always professional, friendly, and genuinely care about their patients. Their entire team is fantastic and always makes you feel welcome from the moment you walk in. If I could give them more than five stars, I absolutely would. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for outstanding chiropractic care!

Vanessa Olivier

Softwave therapy significantly decreased my pain within one session. Dr. Ruiz was very informative and helpful. I finally found something that really works in a place that is helpful.

Allan Soriano

Staff and Dr are great and easy to work with!!

A Alvarez

Met with the doctor and he was able to access and determine the best service for my situation. Worked on me right away. The staff is very friendly and efficient. The office is spacious and clean with all the equipment needed. I would recommend this facility.

Brian Pena

Immediately was impressed with how they took care of me. Very professional staff. I can feel the treatment immediately after the session. Highly satisfied would recommend to anyone in need for a chiropractor 👍

Josue Israel Ávila

Muchas gracias al Doctor y a su staff. La atención fue excelente. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Danny Gonzalez-Bosques

The doctor and staff are very considerate of your pain level and what you are going through, both physically and mentally. I was treated by both Dr. Ruiz and Physical Therapist Krystal. They created a plan, and within a couple of visits, my mobility and pain level improved drastically. Professional, knowledgeable, and caring; great holistic care.

Trude Mohammed

I had a great experience with Dr. Ruiz. He tried a few different methods during my visit and was very thorough in figuring out what my body needed. My shoulder and back already feel noticeably less tight, even after just one session. I’m really impressed and looking forward to continuing treatment!

Sucel Arias

An excellent physical therapy program—very professional, and well structured. The staff is attentive, knowledgeable, and truly committed to patient success. Highly recommended.

Amilkar Velez

My wife and I have been coming to Options for years for various issues. Dr. Diego and his team are truly exceptional. Our concerns are always heard, taken seriously, and treated with professionalism and compassion. The entire staff creates a supportive and welcoming environment, and you never feel rushed. Highly recommend to anyone looking for top-quality physical therapy and chiropractic care.

Tanya Brown

Dr. Ruiz and staff David and Sonia was Amazing!!!! The office is clean and decorated for Halloween. I had the Softwave treatment. I came in the office with pain 5 out of 10. The treatment was a little painful only because of the sciatica nerve infection but as Dr. Ruin lowered the shock waves, the healing process made the treatment bearable. Dr. Ruiz was able to increase the level of shock waves, which made the treatment effective. The Softwave Treatment works! I walk out of the office with pain 3 out of 10. I'm looking forward to feeling better in the next two days. I will be following up wirh recommended Softwave Treatments.

Joe Michael

Woke up to really bad back pain and called this place begging for an appointment today and they gave me an appointment less than an hour after I called and I was helped out by the amazing staff here and I will be back again. I'm happy to have found my new place of rehab.

Fish Bone

Wasn’t sure what to expect going in, did all my research prior to my appointment. I can not believe the before and after with one treatment. Look forward to seeing how this progresses

KING OF CARS

Incredible is all I can say. Great staff Friendly environment.

Ellie Olmeda

Very personal and helpful

Jason Chen

Dr. Ruiz and the staff at Options Rehab are excellent and friendly. Great Equipment and very helpful, thank you!

Valerie Arreizaga

Very good would recommend.

y basci

Dr Diego Ruiz and his staff are all amazing. I have a very good healing on my lower back pain with their shockwave theraphy form Dr Ruiz. Thanks

Richard Casas

Absolutely recommend this place, Dr.Ruiz, he’s the best!

Bibi Ramkirpal

Was definitely a good experience.Staff is very friendly feel at home

Tiashia “tinymommie4life” Jackson-Knight

I’m a Disabled Veteran with multiple areas of injuries. I have an overflow of pain medication and muscle relaxers in which I tru to avoid taking. I found this Dr. on Facebook and I started with my worse area of pain. Which is my neck. Let me just say with just the first visit, my neck pain and mobility has subsided tremendously. Before the treatment I couldn’t turn my neck to the left side without pain. I am able to turn my neck without the jolt of pain. This honestly, has helped me. I will be reposting about my other areas after future visits. I highly recommend.

Richard BBH

The staff is friendly, caring and professional. I rehabbed from injuries sustained after being struck by a car. They saw me right away and took good care of me.

Shawn Cartajena

Amazing staff very professional and would recommend to anyone.

alvaro alzamora

Great facility clean the staff was very attentive overall a great place to help you get better

Xavi Vimos

Es mi primera visita y muy buena experiencia

Anthony DeMeola

Dr Ruiz was excellent. Spent a great deal of time understanding my injury and pain level as well as explaining in detail how Softwave therapy works, what’s to be expected from the treatment and answering any questions I had

vivian s

Fui con el Dr.ruiz y desde el primer día sentí un alivio me sentía parte de mi cuello como inflamado por meses y meses luego que me tronó el cuello y mi cuerpo siento el alivio me recomendó 1 almohada que la vende aya mismo me encanta mi almohada (Therapeutica ) y me dijo como dormir con varias almohada en diferentes áreas y hora duermo mejor

paula blanton

Staff very professional, competent,concise,all concerns and issues are addressed.I would highly recommend Options to my family and friends.

Michael Fazio

Super knowledgeable!

Andrea Robert

Friendly staff!! Literally so easy to deal with !! And flexible schedule

ReyeSoto 65

First time there great experience, you much better and very nice doctors

William Wilson

First experience and I'm looking forward to the healing. Top of the line professionalism and friendly service!

alexandra Estevez

Dr. Ruiz and his staff were great! Dr. Ruiz was extremely thorough and very knowledgeable. I felt great upon leaving. I would definitely recommend their services.

Francisco Miguel Muruato

Magnifico

Pierre

Walk in with a lot of pain on my neck now i feel way better cant wait to come back

Ashitha Thomas, DPT – Doctor of Physical Therapy

Dr. Ashitha Thomas, DPT

Expert Physical Therapist at Options Rehab

Specialized Training & Certifications

Patient-Centered Care

Passion for Fitness & Family

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