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The Best Physical Therapists in NYC Our therapists are licensed in New York State and active members in the American Physical Therapy Association. We have advanced training in joint mobilization and myofascial release techniques. We are dedicated practitioners with a passion for the profession and a comprehensive, holistic approach to treatment and healing. We treat… Continue Reading
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New Physical Therapist at ActiveCare Physical Therapy
Dominika Piestrak originates from Krakow, Poland. She graduated with a Masters in Physical Therapy from Jagiellonian University in Poland. Dominika has lived in multiple cities and worked in numerous areas of expertise in her pursuit of a broad range of training. Her professional career started in Paris in an orthopedic private practice where she was… Continue Reading
9 Things That Can Happen To Your Body If You Stop Working Out For A Week Or More
It’s hard to start in on an exercise program but even worse if you start and stop. NYC’s Best Physical Therapist Karena Wu knows how detrimental it is for her rehabilitation clients. Any workout gains are lost and it is very easy to start from square one again. To read Dr. Wu’s comments, click here. Continue Reading
Dr. Karena Wu and ActiveCare Physical Therapy opens its first international branch in the bustling city of Mumbai, India
Dr. Karena Wu and ActiveCare Physical Therapy opens its first international branch in the bustling city of Mumbai, India. There is a need for high quality physio services in India and Dr. Wu recognized this. She is opening her first clinic outside of the USA with her partner, Dr. Kinjal Shah, who has worked in… Continue Reading
Reader’s Digest: 7 Foam Roller Exercises Your Body Will Thank You for Doing
NYC Physical Therapist Dr. Karena Wu loves the foam roller for whole body exercises. This ‘love it but hate it’ piece of equipment works all aspects of fitness: mobility, stability, strength and endurance. Think outside the box to get the best benefit from this tool. The Best PT in NYC offers a few exercises to… Continue Reading
As millennials flock to high-intensity workouts, hip pain follows
NYC Physical Therapist Dr. Karena Wu was asked to contribute to this article on the rise of hip pain in millenials. ActiveCare Physical Therapy in midtown Manhattan has seen an increase in younger and more athletics individuals complaining of hip pain. Their common history is a high intensity exercise regimen without being properly conditioned. To… Continue Reading
Here’s How to Have a Great Night’s Sleep Literally Anywhere
Cosmopolitan: Here’s How to Have a Great Night’s Sleep Literally Anywhere Yes, even on a plane. NYC’s Best Physical Therapist Dr. Karena Wu contributes her tips to get the best shut eye when your normal bed just isn’t available. Dr. Wu now travels for her work and offers some great tips so that your body stays… Continue Reading
ActiveCare Physical Therapy treats celebrity clients like Marjorie Johnson.
ActiveCare Physical Therapy treats celebrity clients like Marjorie Johnson. Ms. Johnson was the recent recipient of the Audience Development Committee (Audelco) award. She won the Best Lead Actress category for her work in Dot. Ms. Johnson has been a client of ActiveCare Physical Therapy to help her with her work on stage during her physical… Continue Reading
Medium.com: Holiday Travel: Staying Comfortable and Injury-Free
Dr. Karena Wu’s tips on holiday travel spring up again on Medium.com. With the latter half of holiday travel looming, it is important to stay healthy and comfortable amidst the crowds. To read her tips again, click here. Continue Reading
The Popular Workout That’s Great For Healing Injuries
ActiveCare Physical Therapy utilizes Pilates for rehabilitation. Karena Wu has been a Certified Pilates Instructor since 2005. She discusses the specific types of Pilates used in rehabilitation and the reasoning for doing so. To read more, click here. Continue Reading
Karena Wu on Advance for Physical Therapy & Rehad Medicine
Karena was recently contacted by the magazine, Advance for Physical Therapy & Rehab Medicine to write an article on Kinesio Tape. She has been certified as a Kinesio Taping Practitioner since 2005 and has used it in practice with significant benefit. Karena actively contributes her writing to different publications to keep the public informed on the most… Continue Reading
New Year’s Resolutions with Karena Wu
Dr. Karena Wu was asked to stop by Fox News Happening Now to discuss manageable New Year’s Resolutions. Greg Jarrett and Dr. Wu discuss her end of the year tips to stay on track with your 2017 health and fitness resolutions. To watch the segment, click here. Continue Reading
Avoiding Injury When Starting a Running Program
“The life of a chef equates to long hours on the job. The job consumes so much of the day it becomes difficult to stay healthy and stay in shape. One of the easiest options to maintain cardiovascular fitness and keep the fat off is to head outdoors and run. Running outdoors also helps to… Continue Reading
Avoiding & Treating Bartender Injuries: An Interview with Physical Therapist Dr. Karena Wu
“Dr. Karena Wu is a physical therapist in New York and has worked with some of the best and brightest bartenders in Manhattan. Today she’s joined us on the podcast to share her best advice for avoiding injuries common for bartenders – and what to do if you think you might already have an injury.”… Continue Reading
Eat This, Not That: 20 Natural Diuretics to Add to Your Diet
Many foods offer nutrition and sustenance, but did you also know that they have other added benefits? Natural water weight loss is always enticing in foods that taste good. Dr. Karena Wu was asked to offer up some foods that have the power to get rid of excess fluid. To read the list of natural… Continue Reading
Volleyball Biodynamics Infographic
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9 Easy Chair Exercises That Actually Work Your Whole Body
NYC Physical Therapist Dr. Karena Wu, along with her colleagues around the country describe some easy chair exercises. Try these exercises when sitting in your chair to keep your body mobile. To read the article, click here. Continue Reading
Advance for Physical Therapy & Rehab Medicine
Dr. Karena Wu is a member of the the AVP Medical Board. She recaps the 2016 AVP professional beach volleyball season with Advance for PT & Rehab medicine magazine. Karena works as the medical event supervisor at the events and covered 6 of the 8 events thsi year. She has witnessed a multitude of athlete… Continue Reading
Your Phone Is Giving You Neck Pain-Here’s How To Fix It
Dr. Karena Wu, NYC physical therapist knows what it is like to experience neck pain. She also knows how to fix it, especially when you spend too much time in a poor posture and on your phone. Minimize the stresses of ‘text neck’ by doing incorporating some corrective strategies. To find out what they… Continue Reading
Women’s Running: How Running Helps You Get Defined Abs
Running is known as a cardio exercise but participating in this activity can also help get you defined abs. NYC physical therapist Dr. Karena Wu runs for her own exercise and explains how you can sculpt your midsection during a run. To read more, click here. Continue Reading
Eat This, Not That!
22 HIGH-PROTEIN, LOW-CARB SNACKS TO BOOST ENERGY NYC physical therapist Karena Wu shares her favorite high-protein, low-carb snacks. On her long days, she likes to grab snacks that offer the most nutrition that are also easy to transport in NYC. To read the list of quick fixes, click here. Continue Reading
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