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Your path to lasting recovery starts with a physical therapy plan tailored to your body’s specific needs. At NY Sports & Joints Orthopedic Specialists, our expert therapists work closely with you using manual therapy, customized exercises, and advanced body mechanics training to help you regain strength, mobility, and control.

Serving Manhattan, Queens, the Bronx, and Brooklyn, we’re here to help you move forward—stronger, steadier, and pain-free.

Healing Starts Here: Understanding Physical Therapy

Physical therapy offers a path to recovery, resilience, and renewed movement. Whether you’re recovering from an injury, managing a chronic condition, or working through post-surgical rehab, this form of care is designed to meet you where you are.

Our licensed physical therapists take a hands-on, personalized approach using:

  • Targeted exercise routines
  • Gentle manual therapy
  • Stretching techniques
  • Heat or cold applications
  • Ultrasound therapy
  • Electrical stimulation

Your first visit includes a comprehensive evaluation to understand your condition and set meaningful, achievable goals. Together, we’ll create a custom plan that supports steady progress and long-term improvement.

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From young athletes to active seniors, physical therapy can help treat:

  • Sports-related injuries
  • Back and neck pain
  • Post-operative recovery
  • Arthritis
  • Neurological conditions

Additionally, our team will equip you with at-home exercises and movement education to prevent reinjury and support lasting wellness.

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Explore the Many Forms of Physical Therapy

Not all physical therapy looks the same. Your condition, age, and goals help determine the right type for you. Here are some of our most common specialties:

  • Orthopedic Therapy: For muscles, bones, and joints—ideal after surgery or injury.
  • Neurological Therapy: Helps improve mobility and balance after stroke, spinal injury, or neurological disorders.
  • Cardiopulmonary Therapy: Boosts endurance and breathing for those with heart or lung conditions.
  • Pediatric Therapy: For kids who need support with developmental milestones or injury recovery.
  • Sports Therapy: Tailored for athletes working to stay in top form or bounce back from injury.
  • Geriatric Therapy: Supports older adults managing arthritis, osteoporosis, and balance challenges.
  • Vestibular Therapy: Focuses on inner ear issues causing dizziness or instability.
  • Women’s Health Therapy: Targets pelvic floor and pregnancy-related concerns.
  • Hand Therapy: Specializes in wrist, hand, and finger injuries.
  • Aquatic Therapy: Uses water resistance and buoyancy to make movement easier and safer.

It All Starts With an Evaluation

At your first physical therapy session, your therapist will take the time to understand your health history and current concerns. You’ll discuss any previous injuries, surgeries, pain, and limitations in movement or daily activities.

Next, you’ll undergo a physical exam to assess:

  • How well your joints move (range of motion)
  • Muscle strength and flexibility
  • Balance and posture
  • The way you walk (gait)

This comprehensive evaluation ensures your treatment plan is tailored to your needs and recovery goals.

Building a Plan That Works for You

Based on your evaluation, your physical therapist will create a treatment plan customized to your specific needs and goals. It will reflect your current condition, lifestyle, and what you want to achieve—reducing pain, improving movement, or returning to work or sport.

Your plan may involve:

  • Therapeutic exercises to restore strength and movement
  • Manual therapy for joint or soft tissue mobility
  • Treatment modalities (heat, cold, electrical stimulation)
  • Education on how to move safely and avoid reinjury

Your NY Sports & Joint therapist will explain your recovery process in full, set clear timelines, and keep you engaged in your progress by regularly tracking improvements in your strength, pain levels, and function.

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Learn More About Treatment Techniques That Support Your Recovery

Hands-On Healing: Manual Therapy

Our therapists use gentle, hands-on techniques to relieve pain and restore movement. This may include:

  • Loosening stiff joints through mobilization
  • Reducing muscle tightness with soft tissue massage
  • Releasing tension in fascia with myofascial therapy
  • Encouraging a healthy range of motion through guided stretching

These approaches are ideal for common issues like sports injuries, neck stiffness, and lower back pain, and are adapted to your comfort and condition.

Movement-Based Care: Therapeutic Exercise

Exercise is a key part of your treatment. With your therapist, you’ll focus on:

  • Strengthening weak or underused muscles
  • Increasing flexibility and joint range
  • Improving balance and coordination
  • Building endurance with safe aerobic activity

Your exercises are customized to your goals and carefully progressed to support long-term results.

Technology That Enhances Healing

We use safe, effective modalities to accelerate recovery:

  • TENS therapy to ease pain by disrupting pain signals
  • Electrical stimulation to promote circulation and activate muscles
  • Ultrasound to reduce inflammation and speed healing deep in soft tissues

Each tool is used thoughtfully—never one-size-fits-all—always based on what your body needs.

Physical Therapy That Moves With You

At NY Sports & Joints, our physical therapy team in Queens offers individualized care designed around your condition, lifestyle, and goals.

Whether you’re healing from surgery or working through a sports injury, our therapists bring expert training, advanced technology, and a compassionate approach to every session. We also work hand-in-hand with your physician, creating a fully coordinated care experience. And throughout it all, you’ll feel supported, encouraged, and motivated to succeed.

Don’t let injury or discomfort limit your life—let’s take the first step together. Contact us today to book your consultation and learn more about how we can help.

Physical Therapy FAQs

How can physical therapy help me recover from an injury?

How is physical therapy different from occupational therapy?

Does insurance pay for physical therapy?

Do I need a referral to start physical therapy?

How do I know if I should see a physical therapist?

How can physical therapy help me recover from an injury?

Physical therapy speeds up healing by targeting the source of your pain and mobility issues. With custom exercises, hands-on techniques, and temperature-based therapies, your therapist will help you regain strength, move better, and feel better.

How is physical therapy different from occupational therapy?

Physical therapy improves one's ability to move and function, while occupational therapy helps with day-to-day tasks like dressing, writing, or cooking. Both are valuable, but they focus on different goals.

Does insurance pay for physical therapy?

In many cases, yes! Most insurance plans cover physical therapy, though the amount and number of visits may vary. It’s best to call your provider to find out what’s included.

Do I need a referral to start physical therapy?

That depends on where you live and your insurance policy. Some plans require a doctor’s referral, while others allow you to go directly to a PT. A quick call to your provider will give you the answer.

How do I know if I should see a physical therapist?

If you’re dealing with pain, stiffness, reduced mobility, or recovering from surgery or injury, physical therapy can likely help. Not sure? Ask your doctor or give us a call—we’re here to guide you.

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