Meet Mike Calcagni
Doctor of Physical Therapy
TPI Certified Instructor
Dr. Michael “Mike” Calcagni is a Doctor of Physical Therapy based in Narragansett, Rhode Island, where he leads Achilles Physical Therapy — a practice built around personalized, one-on-one care that prioritizes individualized treatment over “assembly-line” rehab.
A magna cum laude graduate of Franklin Pierce University, Mike also studied at University of Rhode Island — combining his academic achievements with a deep passion for movement, function, and healing.
Mike’s clinical philosophy reflects his empathy, creativity, and willingness to “think outside the box.” He approaches each patient uniquely — crafting tailored treatment plans that often incorporate advanced modalities such as dry needling (he was part of the first class certified in Rhode Island) plus specialized rehabilitation protocols. He merges his professional skills with his love for golf — an interest rooted in his background as a competitive, scratch-level golfer with multiple club championships under his belt. He is also certified by the Titleist Performance Institute (TPI), enabling him to deliver golf-specific rehab and performance training for athletes and weekend warriors alike.
Mike was introduced to golf during a family trip to Ireland, where he caddied for his uncle on a local links course. It was his first real exposure to the game, and walking those fairways sparked an interest that stayed with him.
When he returned to the U.S., Mike began learning the game on New York City’s public golf courses. Through the support of The Bob Lowney Foundation, he gained access to course time, practice opportunities, and early guidance that helped him develop his skills.
Practicing on NYC’s municipal courses taught Mike how to work hard, be resourceful, and appreciate the game from the ground up. That foundation carried him into competitive junior golf and eventually to playing at Neumann University.
Those early experiences shaped both his love for golf and his later work helping others improve and stay healthy through programs like Swing Speed RI and his career as a Doctor of Physical Therapy.
Beyond clinical care, Mike is co-founder of Clinical Assessment Solutions, a consulting company dedicated to standardizing functional testing for rare neuromuscular diseases — reflecting his commitment to both high-level clinical care and broader contributions to physical therapy practice and research.