Trusted Foot Care

Over 20 years helping Rhode Island stay comfortable on their feet.

Happy customer walking comfortably outdoors, showcasing the benefit of custom orthotics.
Happy customer walking comfortably outdoors, showcasing the benefit of custom orthotics.

Our Promise

Personalized inserts crafted for athletes and everyday feet alike, easing pain and boosting comfort.

Bert Reid, PT, DPT, FAFS Fellowship

Bert received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Massachusetts General Hospital ('08), his Masters in Physical Therapy from the University of Rhode Island and his undergraduate degree from Tulane University, where he was Academic All-American. He also completed a year-long Advanced Fellowship in Kinetic Chain Biomechanics for PT rehab and Sports Performance in 2009. Bert was a recipient of the prestigious University of Rhode Island Distinguished Achievement Award in 2016. Dedicated to local athletes and his community, Bert has also been inducted into both the Providence Gridiron and R.I. High School Football Coach’s Hall of Fame.

Bert has advanced training in several areas including:

  1. Certifications in golf fitness (NikeGolf NG360 Fitness Certified, Gray’s Institute Functional Golf Certified and a Titleist Performance Institute)

  2. Baseball science and Rehab via the ASMI.org seminars and the PBATS programs

  3. Running science and rehab with a concentration in foot/ankle related to kinetic chain biomechanics and treatment.

Bert works with evryone from community members to elite athletes including Olympic medalists, collegiate runners, pro golfers, tennis players and pro sailors (see our Wall of Fame). He also specializes in working with college and HS baseball pitchers and catchers as well as the NECBL Ocean State Waves players. He is certified in Advanced Orthotics Fabrication and trained in digital running analysis. He has a certification as a She Guru by the RIA.

During his free time, Bert enjoys running, golfing and spending time with his wife, Krista, and their two kids, James and Julia.

Reviews

What our customers say

Bert’s custom orthotics gave me relief after years of foot pain. I can finally enjoy my daily runs again without discomfort.

Sarah M.
A smiling woman jogging along a scenic coastal trail in Rhode Island, wearing running shoes.
A smiling woman jogging along a scenic coastal trail in Rhode Island, wearing running shoes.

Newport RI

After trying many inserts, Bert’s hand-modified orthotics were the only ones that truly fit my feet and eased my pain during long workdays.

Close-up of custom foot orthotics being carefully adjusted by a specialist in a cozy clinic setting.
Close-up of custom foot orthotics being carefully adjusted by a specialist in a cozy clinic setting.
James L.

South County

★★★★★
★★★★★

Location

Serving South County and Newport County, Rhode Island with expert foot care for over 20 years.

OPT Foot Orthotics
(located within Pappas-OPT Physical Therapy, Wakefield, RI)

730 Kingstown Rd, Unit A14

Wakefield, RI 02879

401-284-3424

Hours

M-F 7:30 am - 4 pm; all visits by Appointment