Farmington Staff
Joseph Ingriselli, DPT, MTC, ATC
Education:
University of Connecticut, Athletic Training 2010
University of North Carolina, Masters of Athletic Training 2012
University of Connecticut, Doctorate of Physical Therapy 2015
Specialized Training and Advanced Certifications:
Graston Technique Practitioner
SFMA Level 1 Certified
Certified Manual Therapist
Areas of Special Interest:
Concussions
ACL Rehabilitation
Spine
Persistent Pain and Spine
Dr. Ingriselli graduated from the University of Connecticut in 2010 with his degree in Athletic Training and went on to receive his masters degree in Athletic Training from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. While attending his masters program Joe also spent time conducting research on concussion rehabilitation at the Matthew Gfeller Sport-Related Traumatic Brain Injury Research Center. Joe is a Certified Athletic Trainer through the Board of Certification and a member of the National Athletic Trainer’s Association. Joe followed up his masters by returning to UCONN to receive his Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy in 2015. He has worked with elite division one and professional athletes and is passionate about restoring function and returning people to the activities they love. Joe followed up his masters by returning to UCONN to receive his Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy in 2015, which was later followed up with a two year program to become a Certified Manual Therapist. Joe has a passion for helping individuals take control of their healthcare, understand their pain and return to the activities they love.
Francesca Esposito, DPT
Education:
University of Connecticut, Doctorate of Physical Therapy 2023
Areas of special interest:
Balance training
Post-operative rehab
Low back pain
Fran graduated from the University of Connecticut with her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in May 2023. Fran’s areas of interest include treating patients with balance impairments and post-operative rehabilitation. She also has experience working with patients with chronic neck and back pain. In her free time Fran enjoys playing soccer, running, cooking, and spending time with friends and family. Her goal is to help patients return to their doing the things they enjoy.
Diana Cao, PT, DPT, ATC
Education:
University of Connecticut, Doctorate of Physical Therapy 2024
University of Connecticut, Athletic Training 2020
Areas of Special Interest:
Sports Medicine
Diana received both her undergraduate degree in Athletic Training and her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Connecticut in 2020 and 2024 respectively. Diana worked as an athletic trainer for the University of St. Joseph in West Hartford where she oversaw multiple teams including women’s soccer, women’s basketball and softball. Growing up, she always had a passion for helping others and optimizing health and wellness through movement. She utilizes a wholistic approach and ensures that each patient receives the attention and treatment they need to achieve their unique goals. Whether working with people who are new to physical activity, athletes, or those recovering from surgery or injury, Diana is dedicated to helping her patients lead healthier, more active lives, both during and after therapy. In her free time, Diana enjoys playing tennis, volleyball, hiking, walking her dog, Mazi, playing the piano, and exploring new coffee shops. Diana joined the Advanced Physical Therapy Team in August 2024 and looks forward to growing as clinician and helping the community one patient at a time.