Dr. Kristin Dougherty Murphy PT, DPT
Physical Therapist (Pediatric) | Pediatrics
6901 N CHARLES ST TOWSON MD, 21204About
Kristin Murphy is a pediatric physical therapist practicing in TOWSON, MD. Kristin is a doctor specializing in physical treatment of children to help reduce pain, restore mobility, rehabilitate an injury, or increase movement and overall function. As a physical therapist, Dr. Murphy can treat multiple conditions with exercises, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, joint mobilization, heat, ice, massage, laser or light therapy and more. Dr. Murphy will create a treatment plan based on the childs specific injury, disease or condition, and might target a specific body part or body system based on the individual.
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