I am writing this review from the perspective of a network patient who discovered this place via…read moreZocdoc. Zocdoc had this place as in network for United healthcare. Once I arrive, I was advised that this company is working with Zocdoc to change the status since they are no longer in network. The manager was able to provide me a good price for out of network for this one session and I had a physical therapy session with two of their therapist and I felt well taken care of. I spoke with the owner apologize for the mishap and I completely understand. if it was in network, I will continue coming here. I also came here for a medical massage which was scheduled for 30 minutes and it was about 20 minutes or so. It was very efficient and time flew and I will consider coming back here for this service. It's close to the part about a few minute walk and they are open late on Wednesdays.

Super friendly office staff. Greeted warmly & easy to get all the paperwork done. Physical…read moreTherapist is extremely knowledgeable & generous with their time. Explained our problem, gave us some exercises & tips & said we were good. And we are! Thank you !

I am writing to express my observations and opinion of A Better Life Physical Therapy in West New…read moreYork, New Jersey. I began my physical therapy for severe mobility issues a couple of days before the first lockdown. As we heard of the news of a pending lockdown, my first thought was my physical therapy would now be delayed for an unforeseeable amount of time. This was not the case. As the news reached A Better Life, I watched as Dr. Michael Mastropasqua sprung into action, immediately disinfecting every machine and piece of equipment as it was being used. Needless to say, there was no interruption in my therapy, and the constant disinfecting is still practiced. As I continued my own therapy, I watched as patients came and went. I was taken by an 80 year old woman who came in seeking therapy for her recent diagnosis of Parkinson's. As Dr. Michael explained he needed to have her on the table for initial therapy observations, you can see she was very concerned about getting herself up onto the table and the embarrassment this might cause her. Dr. Michael saw her struggling with what she needed to do and he gently got her on the table with no problem or embarrassment to the her. Lastly, I was especially taken by a baby, who was probably no older than 1 year, who came in with his mom because he was having difficulty turning himself over in his crib. Dr. Michael immediately began the treatment. Several days later, which might be hard to believe, another infant, most likely the same age, came in with his mom, having the exact same issue. After a couple of treatments, both babies were rolling over with no issues. On one of the babies last treatment day, Dr. Michael was demonstrating to the mom what exercises needed to be done at home. Dr. Michael proceeded to put the baby on his back and placed both his forefingers in front of the baby. The baby reached out and took both of Dr. Michael's fingers into his own two hands and lifted himself up doing actual sit ups. How this baby knew how to do this is beyond me, but with the help of Dr. Michael, he did know how. As for me, my therapy will resume over the next couple of months, at which time, I'm sure, I will receive exactly what I need from A Better Life Physical Therapy to continue on the path to wellness. My legs are at least 80 percent better, and I can thank Dr. Michael and his patience, and my own hard work. I hope everyone finds what they need at Able Body Physical Therapy. Good luck!!

I came in barely walking in March with a herniated disc, and left in June confident and with 80% of…read morethe feeling back in my leg. Small place and awesome folks. There is a comforting vibe in there that's between a private doctor's office and local spa. Everyone is very organized and able to help answer any questions you have. There's a great view of Jersey City and NYC across the water that adds a sunny disposition to your sessions. PT Jen is wonderful. She's got a passion for her job which carries over to her staff. The desk ladies help around the office with lil things from bringing heat pads, to changing the radio station. Everyone is friendly and responsive, and check in on you as if they can sense when you need them. Jen juggles a busy morning so well, everyone gets her full attention, and she never looks stressed. She's got a mommy vibe mixed with a coach vibe, and when you gradually get better, she's just as happy as you. I've had one session with PT Josef, and he's great too, nurturing, and professional, and seems genuinely excited about helping people in various aspects. I attended a fundraiser boxing event he organized that provided scholarships as well as charity. I've come in at all stages of my pain, from grumpy to depressed to angry to encouraged, and there is always a smile, an adjustment, a challenge, a well-timed heated pad, and a supportive conversation. I can't say anything bad about the place, except I wish the bathroom was inside the office, but then that's not their fault, it's the old building architecture. My next step is surgery, but I'm better off having had therapy first. I've learned about my body, how to strengthen my core, exercises to do after surgery, and I'm able to walk into this surgery knowing all I need to know for a better recovery.

I have been in NYC for over a decade and Rob Fluegel is the BEST physical therapist I have found. I…read morehave double scoliosis which is a unique case, and Rob has helped me with my current pain and future exercises to help me lessen the pain when I am at home. I am a small woman and most PT people are afraid to dig deep in my muscles, but because of that I end up not feeling any relief from PT visits. Rob is able to relieve my pain with manual massage manipulation and stretches that not only he helps me do there but also teaches me how to do them at home. I would HIGHLY recommend Rob to anyone who is looking for physical therapy. He is kind, thoughtful, efficient, and treats each case as a unique one and works with you to find the best treatment for you. Look no further.

I went to see Rob because of arthritis that was moderate in my left shoulder and minor in my right…read more(if this is how painful "moderate" is, I hope to never experience "severe".) I wasn't sure what to expect, as most stories of physical therapy that I had heard over the years involved being given an exercise in a room full of people, with the therapist checking back in on you every 15 minutes. My experience with Rob could not have been better. I had his undivided attention for an hour every time I saw him. I found him to be responsive and creative. Questions were either answered immediately in a detailed manner, or he considered the question thoughtfully before giving his opinion. I never once felt that he was on auto-pilot. My therapy continued to change as I demonstrated progress -again, it never felt as if Rob were sticking to a prepared script. His work felt responsive to my needs each time I entered his office. I "graduated" from physical therapy with my shoulder greatly improved, and with an understanding of why the pain would occur and how I should address it in the future. I should add that I enjoyed his company. He's funny, smart, and gave me the sense that he truly cared about me. I really can't say enough good things about my physical therapy with Rob. Except for the arthritis itself. I don't recommend arthritis.

Jeff is an amazing therapist. I had a pinched nerve from cycling that was causing tingling in my…read moreleft hand, and I was both terrified that it might never go away and I wouldn't really be able to bike again, which is my greatest joy. Thanks to Jeff's patient, instructive, and thorough guidance, the tingling was gone in just over a month and I'm back to my cycling routine stronger than ever and more tuned into my body than I've ever felt. This should help guide me for the rest of my life and have me more aware of my body, and I'll be forever grateful for that.

Highly recommend LPT for any pregnant or postpartum women looking to strengthen or heal their…read morepelvic floor. Ask for Dr. Lital Elfassi - I firmly believe that without her, I would've tore more during my difficult birth. She also helped me greatly postpartum as I was working towards healing. She's a wonderful, friendly and knowledgeable therapist who I am sad to leave! Entire staff is friendly and helpful as well. Can't recommend them enough!

I have struggled with chronic shoulder pain for the past 7 years. Starting at 21 I began having…read moredebilitating muscle spasms that effected my ability to graduate from college on time and hold jobs. After years of seeing some of the best chiropractors, neurologists, pain management doctors, and physical therapists that NYC has to offer and being drowned in medical bills for treatments that were band-aids to a bullet wound, I found Erika. Erika came to me through a recommendation, a miracle worker I was told. Due to my experiences highlighted above, I was skeptical but willing to try anything. In ONE SINGLE SESSION she radicalized my pain. After 15 minutes with her she was able to see that my shoulder was out of place in a way she could fix right then and there in the room. No needles, no drugs, no fancy treatments. Just hands. After years of constantly shifting positions at the theater and in restaurants, traveling with valium and tempur-pedic pillows and worrying about carrying groceries or picking up the kids I work with for fear I would crumble into a mind numbing spasm, Erika has given me back my youth, my life, my ability to see forward and plan without hesitation. The night after I left Erika's office the first time I accidentally wacked three people on the street with joyful arm rotations celebrating my new range of motion and then for the first time since I had a spasm in a bowling alley 5 years ago, I bowled. Erika gave me my body back and inspired me to take ownership of my health in a way no one else has. To say she has changed my life is an understatement. Even five stars and this review doesn't do justice to the profound impact meeting her has had on my life. If you are out there and you're struggling with pain Erika is the one. You found her. Now go make an appointment and start your own healing!!

Erika is a highly trained Physical Therapist, of that there is no doubt. She holds a…read more PhD in PT, but she is so much more! I am a highly trained Master of Wu Mei Kung Fu and she found problems with my neck alignment, and shoulders just by looking at me. I began treatment with her once a week and I had profound changes in my standing, sitting and walking. After each session, I was taller and more relaxed. She gave me excercises for my lower back which had low level pain and stiffness for twenty years! I now can maintain a good alignment and feel very comfortable and stress free there. My neck and shoulder was realigned and the excercises she assigned me kept them in place. Even if you are a highly conditioned and trained athlete, there is always something that you might not have addressed with your body, that you compensate for and put up with. Sometimes problems are hidden and tolerated with sports training. Erika finds those hidden problems and teaches you to eliminate and keep them from returning. She does not accept medical insurance, but you should think of her as a coach and work with her to learn about your body in a purely health related way. She can get you to peak function and keep you there!

The only downside to this place is that they're pretty expensive and out-of-network, so my wallet…read moredefinitely felt it. But if you've been dealing with chronic pain and nobody else can tell you what's actually wrong, it's worth every single dollar. Dr. Lev Kalika is amazing with diagnostic ultrasound like he literally showed me the exact nerve issue on the screen in real-time. In a medical system where you usually just get bounced around without answers, this clinic is the real deal.

Dr. was rude to my wife and lacked basic compassion for her issues with Abdominal adhesions…read more Also, web site has treatments for Abdominal Adhesions that are not performed at center. He told her to go to Italy. Beware if you have abdominal adhesions.

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Shannon and House of PT! I came to HoPT after a serious…read morebike vs. car accident that left me with 2 broken bones in my ankle, emergency surgery, and months of being non-weight bearing. I had tried another local PT and had a terrible experience, but from the moment I came in to HoPT, I knew I was in the right hands. Shannon has treated me with such care, empathy, and professionalism. She is incredibly kind, encouraging, deeply knowledgeable, and attentive. Early in my recovery, she noticed that my surgical wound showed signs of infection and thanks to her sharp instincts, I was able to get a 2nd surgery to clean and re-close the wound before things got worse. Even when I was on crutches, she thoughtfully challenged me with tailored exercises to rebuild strength and mobility. She struck the perfect balance between compassion and push, motivating me to keep working hard and trust the process. At my 5-month post-op, my surgeon told me I was healing like someone 8 months out, and I have Shannon to thank for that. I'm running again, feeling stronger, and experiencing less pain. The clinic itself is amazing. With just 2 PTs working at a time, each patient gets 1-on-1 care. The environment is calm, personalized, and supportive. I've also had the pleasure of working with Julia and Alberto, who are fantastic as well. I feel so lucky to have found HoPT and Shannon. If you're looking for expert, personalized, and genuinely thoughtful care, I cannot recommend them more highly. Thank you Shannon and HoPT!

This is a wonderful place to go for PT. I highly recommend Alberto. His attention to detail and…read morethoughtfulness was so appreciated, to say nothing of his expertise. I especially was grateful for his patience and compassion when I didn't understand certain issues I was having with the pain I was experiencing. I also want to give a shout out to Shannon who was just as helpful even though she wasn't my PT but always offered great suggestions and a huge smile. I've been to many PTs and I can honestly say House of PT is hands down the best in NYC!

This practice is terrific. My PT, Hutch, is very knowledgeable, supportive, kind, and encouraging…read more I trust him completely. The office staff is well-organized, quick to respond to messages, and always helpful. All this and only a block from home too!

These guys are great. I have used them a few times, for different issues. Recently I had Amanda and…read moreshe could not have been sweeter or more patient. Great services!