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About ActiveCare Physical Therapy®
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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ActiveCare Physical Therapy Patient Testimonials
Here at ActiveCare Physical Therapy, we feel the excellence of our care speaks for itself…and through the great referrals we receive from our patients. Read a recent testimonial from our patient Lieutenant Patrick F. Ford: After visiting several physical therapists over a two year period, ActiveCare was unmatched in the manner in which it produced… Continue Reading
Physical Therapy for Hip Pain
Hip Pain Symptoms and Causes Hip pain, also known as hip bursitis, is a common problem that affects millions of people worldwide. Patients experience hip pain while walking and can be so severe that normal activity becomes nearly impossible. Hip pain can present itself with bone, muscle, tendon, ligament or cartilage damage. For many people,… Continue Reading
10 Healthy Tips for Marathon Runners
As published on spaweek.com ActiveCare Physical Therapy has treated world-class runners including Maurelhena Walles (one of the top-ranked sprinters in the world). Check out 10 of their best tips to get runners in tip-top shape before a big race. Carbo-load, don’t fat load. During the… Continue Reading
Congratulations Annie Santos!
Congratulations to our front desk receptionist, Annie Santos, on the upcoming arrival of her bundle of joy! We recently celebrated by throwing Annie a baby shower in the office. Check out our pics below, and please join us in wishing the best to Annie! Learn more about Annie on our website. Continue Reading
How to Recognize and Treat a Pulled Hamstring
The hamstrings are comprised of three muscles: the Biceps Femoris, Semitendinosus and Semimembranosus. It is a common injury for athletes, but can happen to the average person during daily physical activities. A pulled hamstring is a painful experience, but often people don’t recognize the injury as serious and fail to get timely treatment. That’s when… Continue Reading
ActiveCare’s Karena Wu Appears on eCareDiary Radio
ActiveCare Physical Therapy’s Karena Wu recently appeared as a featured guest on eCareDiary Radio, discussing physiotherapy in general, as well as how it can help seniors through many conditions. You can listen to the show below: Any questions? Give us a call at (212) 777-4374 or visit our website at bestptnyc.com. Continue Reading
Torn Shoulder Pain
Suffering from Torn Shoulder Pain? A torn shoulder or torn labrum is a problem in the shoulder that may cause shoulder pain, frequent dislocations of your shoulder, or problems with properly using your arm. Physical therapy can help you decrease pain, improve mobility and regain normal use of your arm after a torn shoulder. What… Continue Reading
Treating Hip and Back Issues
By Karena Wu, as published in Total Food Service. Lately, I’ve seen a lot of clients with hip and back issues. The low back and the hip are neighboring joints that help each other out and at times can be indistinguishable in determining the source of pain. You can experience pain in the hip or… Continue Reading
ActiveCare Physical Therapy Welcomes New Patient Care Coordinator
Please join all of us here at ActiveCare Physical Therapy in welcoming our new Office Manager/Patient Care Coordinator, James Francisco. James Francisco is a Brooklyn native who earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from Saint Peter’s College. James has worked in numerous industries and has gained experience in general retail management, real… Continue Reading
Spicy food: The pros and cons of added heat in your meal
By Chef Cindi Avila, originally published at Today.com. Do you slather your food in Sriracha sauce or top everything with Tabasco? If so, a new study from the British Medical Journal says you could actually live longer than those who aren’t putting much “spice” in their life. A half-million people in China took part in… Continue Reading
How to Combat Dizziness, by ActiveCare PT’s Karena Wu
By Karena Wu, PT and Clinical Director, ActiveCare Physical Therapy As the seasons change, things go into more flux. The temperature changes, the hours of sunlight change, our mood changes and our cells can change. Things can change in the body and sometimes we are aware of it and sometimes not so much. Sometimes it… Continue Reading
ActiveCare PT, NYC’s Best Physical Therapists, Welcomes New Staff
Please join us in welcoming the newest members to the ActiveCare Physical Therapy team! Stephanie Denis – PT Aide Stephanie is a Brooklyn resident with a BA in Women and Gender Studies from Stony Brook University. Stephanie gained experience in the physical therapy field by working as a Physical Therapy Technician in the U.S. Army Reserves.… Continue Reading
“Pegan” – The Diet of the Moment
By Chef Cindi Avila, originally published at thedailymeal.com Anyone who knows me knows that I am a vegetarian. I, myself, don’t eat meat, but I am also not one to preach about what others eat and right now lots of people seem to be eating the so-called “pegan” diet. Pegan is a word, and way… Continue Reading
ActiveCare Physical Therapy Patient Testimonials
At ActiveCare Physical Therapy, our main goal is to leave patients as satisfied – and pain-free – as possible. Read another great review from one of our actual patients: I had an arthroscopy on my right knee this past October, and then in November I had to have surgery to repair a torn labrum in… Continue Reading
Physical Therapy for ‘Kinky’ Necks
By Karena Wu, as published in Total Food Service. The neck is a very important body part. It connects the head and brain to the rest of the body. It turns the head to look in all directions. It is a highly sensitive area that feels good when caressed or rubbed. And it sucks when you… Continue Reading
Karena Wu & ActiveCare at the AVP New York City Open
Karena Wu, Clinical Director of ActiveCare Physical Therapy and Medical Board Member for AVP, is on duty this weekend, working on the players courtside at the AVP Kingston New York City Open. So far the weather has been beautiful (keeping fingers crossed), and the turnout has been great. Check out the photos we’ve taken so… Continue Reading
How to Recognize and Treat a Pulled Hamstring
The hamstrings comprise of three muscles, the Biceps Femoris, Semitendinosus, & Semimembranosus. It is a common injury for athletes, but can happen to the average person during daily physical activities. A pulled hamstring is a painful experience, but often people don’t recognize the injury as serious and fail to get timely treatment. That’s when a… Continue Reading
ActiveCare Physical Therapy Patient Testimonials
At ActiveCare Physical Therapy, our main goal is to provide the best individualized care to our patients. We work hard to keep them pain and injury-free so that they can continue to lead a healthy and active lifestyle. Below is an actual testimonial from one of our satisfied patients – and avid runner – Michael… Continue Reading
ActiveCare at the AVP St. Pete Grand Slam
ActiveCare Physical Therapy‘s Owner and Clinical Director Karena Wu appeared at the AVP Pro Beach Volleyball Tour‘s St. Petersburg event. This event was an FIVB smart St. Pete Grand Slam hosted by the AVP. The event took place on June 15th-21st. Karena works on the medical board of the AVP and was on hand to provide physical therapy… Continue Reading
The Dangers of Overused Wrists
By Karena Wu, as published in Total Food Service. Spring is here and we are outdoors enjoying our food and beverages on NYC streets. We are enjoying gustatory pleasures in addition to the olfactory and tactile pleasures of spring. Everything is alive! People are usually more active outdoors or just visibly so. Some might be… Continue Reading
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