[[HIGHLIGHT]]Went to start PT at the Gowanus location and there was a lot of miscommunication about referral requirements and ended up not being able to be seen despite confirming the appointment several times with Spear and arriving to the appointment 15 min early (although this specific location was apparently unclear that I confirmed and said I didn't).[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The front desk staff at the time I went was very hot and cold. First starting very defensive and not being kind that I was not aware I needed additional paperwork (I moved states) and then ending my saying they will do their best to help me.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Overall unclear if I am going to go back considering I was highly frustrated with the communication and initial interaction (which is such a shame because the PTs seem to be knowledgeable).[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

I came for most of my PT sessions. The PTs I've seen have been great. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Front desk staff on the other hand leave much to be desired all times except my first visit was I ever greeted.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]I usually don't care too much about these things but after seeing visitors come in right after me get greeted on several occasions, it left me with a bad impression.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Most my sessions were with one PT and when my sessions with her came to an end and I would be seeing someone else in between I decided to go with an office closer to home. This is definitely one of the bigger locations and there is often 2 or 3 patients being seen at once. This might be something that might bother you since you might end needing to flag your PT throughout your session. Thankfully my PT was always attentive so this was rarely the case. read more

I am beyond frustrated with the level of incompetence and lack of professionalism with Spear and specifically this location. I arrived at exactly 9:05 for my appointment today, paid my co-pay, and sat in the waiting area as instructed. [[HIGHLIGHT]]After 15 minutes of sitting right in front of the desk, I received an automated email stating I was a "no-show."[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]When I flagged this, the receptionist tried to claim I was "late" and that my therapist, Anushka, needed to reschedule me. This is completely false. I was on time and waiting in the lobby the entire time.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] To make matters worse, they then suggested I could still be seen 20 minutes into my time slot, which is totally unacceptable and unfair to any patient. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I am 32 weeks pregnant and do not have the energy to deal with this kind of run-around.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Between the clerical errors and the attempt to blame the patient for their own mistake, I will not be returning. I'd highly recommend looking elsewhere if you value your time and expect basic professional courtesy. read more

My experience at Spear Park Slope was very positive-- I worked with Fraidy who is such a caring, respectful, and skilled provider. She was a great listener and adapted the exercises as time went by, always mindful of how I was feeling that week. [[HIGHLIGHT]]All of my interactions with Spear staff (e.g., checking in at front desk, working with other providers in Fraidy's absence) were positive and professional.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Highly recommend this practice to all and would return if needed! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Samiya & Alex are absolute rockstars![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]I've been working with Samiya for about a month now and she is exactly what I've been looking for in a PT.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I went from being in pain with any movement and walking with a mean limp to feeling like I can strut down the streets of Brooklyn! She has a great understanding of when to challenge and when to take it easy. Alex supported me as I did some exercises and gave such helpful feedback as he watched the movements. [[HIGHLIGHT]]His challenge was full of care and encouragement. He always made sure to check in.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Excellent PT experience here for the past 3 months Staff is super knowledgeable and friendly

I've been to a couple different Spear locations, and [[HIGHLIGHT]]this one is definitely the warmest, most welcoming, and enjoyable.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I was with Diksha and Gabe, mostly. They were so focused on my care plan, knowledgeable, and overall great to work with week after week. read more

I had a nice PT experience with Melanie for two months for my ankle, after my partner recommended her after knee surgery. I wasn't bothered by getting exercise instructions and doing it independently as I didn't need as much one-on-one attention. I had a great experience with the front desk staff, getting appointments rescheduled seamlessly when I couldn't make it. Plenty of lockers and changing room. It's interesting to see the shift in clientele depending on time of day! read more

Diksha has been a kind and skilled therapist. being injured isn't fun, but [[HIGHLIGHT]]PT at Spear takes the edge off -- everyone is upbeat, encouraging and friendly.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I'm glad to be feeling better, but I'll miss seeing all the wonderful team here each week! read more

My experience at this Spear location was phenomenal. Diksha Behl was my primary therapist and she was amazing. She was extremely attentive and thoughtful and put so much effort into building a care plan that worked for me and helped me recover. Dikasta and Rashaun were superstars as well, going above and beyond to make sure I challenged myself in a safe way during our sessions. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They all worked together to create a fun and lighthearted office experience as well, I looked forward to each session.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] highly recommend!! read more

It's rare when someone looks forward to physical therapy, but the staff at Spear PT made that possible. The energy and vibes there are really positive and everyone working there is caring and considerate. I want to particularly shout out my amazing therapist Diksha and the two techs I worked with most Rashuan and Dacosta. Great people doing great work. Highly recommend! read more

I had such a great experience with Spear for my knee. Dylan is an excellent PT. He offers very personalized exercise plans, is empathetic and deeply cares about his clients. The techs are all so kind and helpful. The front desk crew is so friendly. I would highly recommend him and the Spear team. read more

A few weeks after I broke my wrist and had surgery, I started PT with Phaeleau. These sessions were the best medical experience I've ever had. I started unable to rotate my wrist at all and within three months I have basically full rotation back. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Not only Phaeleau was knowledgeable, but he was a delight to work with.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]I looked forward to chatting with him at sessions and learning about my hand.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]With his encouragement I was able to push myself to do the exercises more than I would otherwise have done.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] If you need a hand therapist in New York, Phaeleau is who you should see! read more

I have had the distinct pleasure of being treated for a neck fracture by Dylan Pearce at the Park Slope Spear Physical Therapy Center. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Dylan is an exceptionally skilled physical therapist, not only because of his deep clinical knowledge but also because he patiently listened to my symptoms, answered any questions I had and was then able to tailor a treatment plan which provided me with the best possible outcome at every session.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I wholeheartedly recommend Dylan to anyone looking for a physical therapist who is highly skilled, kind and understands that each individual is unique. I felt very safe and confident with his treatment plans and he has made a significant impact my healing process. I am sure Dylan will do the same for anyone fortunate enough to engage him in their discovery of long-term health. read more

I can't recommend Diksha Behl at Spear enough. She helped me make major progress with a shoulder injury I've been dealing with for years. She was always extremely attentive and thoughtful in considering a recovery plan that prioritized the functionality that is most important to me. I felt really seen and supported the whole time, and she was very generous in offering ongoing support as I get back into an exercise routine. Diksha is also a very warm and sweet person who made my sessions enjoyable. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for PT! read more

I received excellent PT care and instruction from Nathan. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The reception team is friendly and responsive.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The physical therapists and technicians are knowledgeable and hard-working. My knee injury was resolved within eight sessions and I received at home program to continue strengthening the area. read more

I've worked with Dylan for ankle and rotator cuff issues. He's truly the best physical therapist I've worked with. I've had PTs that will make a list of exercises based on the type of injury I have, not really paying attention to the nuance of it, but Dylan checks in with me after every exercise and customizes my drills based on my feedback and goals. I'll definitely come back to him if I ever need physical therapy in the future. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The people at the front desk and the people who run through the exercises with me are also really lovely.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]I've never had a negative experience with them.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Everyone here is super empathetic and fun.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Spear has been amazing at rehabilitating my frozen shoulder. It took patience and time on my part but the care of all the physicians was great, especially Diksha. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I really loved working with her. She gives the best medical massages too.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Sad to leave! The folks at this Spear location took excellent care of me, got my shoulder pain-free and moving again, and made the whole experience enjoyable. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Diksha is both laser-focused and a warm presence, and the rest of the team, including Gabriel, Elena, and Shay, were all committed to my progress and made me feel comfortable and welcome.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The space, a bright open loft, is wonderful too. I'm glad to be back in action but I miss my regular visits! read more

I have had several experiences getting physical therapy and Spear PT on Union St. in Park Slope was by far the best. Anushka Savant, my PT, was very knowledgeable and thorough. She was demanding but also kind and understanding. Each time I arrived, Anushka asked me how I was feeling and listened carefully, adjusting the exercises accordingly. My rotator cuff injury was cured and I now do exercises at home to build strength. The atmosphere at this Spear location was caring, friendly and serious. The other therapists seemed very knowledgeable as well. The staff who supplied me with ice, heat packs and equipment were friendly and efficient as were the receptionists. This Spear location is well run. I highly recommend it. Louise Kurshan read more

I've had a fantastic experience at Spear the last few months. Dylan is an incredible therapist and Safre is an awesome tech. Highly recommend this crew! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Anushka was a huge help![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Also worked with Mike and Dacosta and the whole crew were a big help in getting my wrist straight.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Would go again! read more

I really like this place....& I've been to a few physical therapy places in the neighborhood. Things I dig: - Easy to social distance & everyone wears masks during this time. - Airy, large, light & modern - front desk is away from the PT area (plenty of other places have the front desk in the same area where the PT takes place so you hear everything that's going on - insurance issues, people scheduling etc) -Lockers & bathrooms are clean & modern. - right next to the food coop, so if you're a member, right after PT, you can get some locally sourced organic kombucha infused dog treats for your rescue pup. Things I don't dig: They're closed weekends. Wish they had some weekend hours :( read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Diksha was such a pleasure to have as a physical therapist.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] She was attentive to my body's needs and knowledgeable about how to treat my injury. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's always enjoyable to come to this office because the vibes are fun, they give you a good workout, the techs are encouraging and the front desk is very helpful too.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Spear is wonderful!!! Physical Therapy is the real deal, and my shoulder says THANK YOU. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Special shout out to the team I worked with (Rashan, Shay, Kosta, Elena), and of course to my therapist, Dylan, who is nothing short of extraordinary.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Don't delay if you need help getting your body in better shape!! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]I'm so appreciative of my PT services at Spear.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]I worked with Brandon and he was great![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I felt like he really knew what he was doing and I learned a lot of exercises and how to maintain good form in order to manage my pain in the long term! read more

Shane is amazing - great vibe and staff all around ! My wrist has almost gained full mobility after being broken late last year.

These incredible people helped me heal from a debilitating injury over the course of a year -- my PT Dylan was supremely knowledgeable and kind, following up with me in office and offline. Physical manipulation, exercise, lifestyle adjustments, education -- they gave me everything I needed to go from being unable to get up into bed unassisted to being able to run and lift weights. The team of techs are skilled, patient, humorous, and excellent. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The front desk staff are accommodating and enthusiastic.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] 10/10, would come back the next time I find myself unable to move. read more

I was so pleased to learn that SPEAR had opened a location in Park Slope 5th Avenue close to where I live. Prior to this, I would go to their West 44th Street location in Manhattan. The great team at W 44th Street helped me through 2 broken ankles and hand surgery - thank goodness not all at the same time. The trip there are back was worth it but it took a lot of time out of my mornings. For a recent issue with both of my shoulders, I opted to try the Park Slope 5th Ave location. Liza Vega, was the PTA who managed my care. It took a while to build up strength in both of my shoulders but with her guidance, care and choices of exercises I improved each week. This is a very busy location but Liza and her colleagues were focused on my health and improvement. I highly recommend this location and thankful for Liza's care and guidance. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Akshada is an amazing PT - so helpful and kind![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] All the PT techs I worked with were also wonderful and explained exercises very well. read more

Nathan was very helpful and easy to work with after my back procedure. He helped me regain strength and stability, was good at communicating why certain movement were helpful and always responsive if I reached out to him between sessions. In general, the Park Slope Spear team is always upbeat and friendly, even at 7 am. Thank you Spear team! read more

I used to like SPEAR. Like another reviewer said, the chain has evolved into a PT sweatshop and they are overloading their therapists. Expect your therapist to be dealing with 3 other patients at a time so you'll be spending some time doing a kind of useless warmup, then waiting between exercises for your therapist to finish talking to other patients to get your next exercise. The therapists don't have the time to work with you as they should - they might watch your form for a few reps before they have to run off and deal with another patient. I've WATCHED the patients at this clinic do full sets of exercises with bad form and there's nobody paying attention to correct their form. It's really sad because SPEAR is one of the better 'PT mills.' During my own time at SPEAR, I was handled by over 5 therapists for ONE case because people quit for better jobs, etc. That makes it hard to recover since each therapist needs to familiarize themselves with your case, which results in lost time and progress. I recently saw my surgeon and he said I was 'under-rehabbed' and we both agree it was because I went to a PT mill. I will never go back to SPEAR. I am now at a private practice, getting 1:1 rehab attention from my therapist. I highly encourage everyone else to do the same. SPEAR, treat your therapists with dignity. They went into this career to help people, not make your chain rich. read more

Spear is the first health institution that I have now left negative reviews for. They charged me 250 dollars for two visits , explaining that it was going towards my deductible. They filed the claims incorrectly and while the claim was endlessly being processed I paid off my deductible with other services. So at the moment they have taken 250 dollars from me for nothing, when my co pay was supposed to be 30 dollars per session. Additionally when my claim did finally go through three months later - on my claim it says I will owe over 600 dollars, because the specific provider rendering the service is out of network. I have been in endless loop contact with them, with no resolution. I have since then had physical therapy where there were no issues with my insurance, and I had 1-1 time with my therapist, unlike spear that just shuffles you off, with no regard with how you are doing. This is a terrible organization and a scam. Please don't go here if you want real care. read more

I'm a bit angry that I waited 5 weeks for an appt with a particular PT and was then given their trainee when I showed up to my first appointment. If I was open to just seeing anyone I wouldn't have waited for 5 weeks! I was in a lot of pain but knew working with a competent PT of my choice was worth the wait. The staff all seem very nice, to their credit. This is an aside: I've since read about labor practices and pay at places like SPEAR and it sounds really awful for the PTs. No wonder there's turnover and an atmosphere of chaos in this office. I will be looking for a smaller PT office moving forward. read more

My daughter, age 13, was referred to Spear, for knee pain. She didn't want to go, but we did the session, and are happy we did. Austin, the physical therapist, proved capable and personable. The facility looked clean as can be, and the place is quite spacious, and looks up to date and has a good vibe to it. All in all, two thumbs up! read more

Made an anonymous account just to leave this review as I feel it is important to let people know. This place is a physical therapy sweatshop. They will book you with 3-4 other patients at the same time and then have someone who isn't a PT and who has no credentials show you things you can learn online for free. They do not care about you. Everyone is very young and seems to be right out of school and just doing what management tells them to. Always new faces, so turn around seems high. Always have a money issue or some excuse as to why there is an overcharge or why your appointment isn't actually that day. Super disorganized and just a crappy feeling to be somewhere you are just a number. It is so obvious, it's painful. Like at least try to pretend you don't book 5 patients for one person an hour...we aren't stupid. Look elsewhere for your care. The company is a factory and continuing to grow and become less and less about PT. Your level of care will be surface and your time wasted. Would not trust them with a serious injury. read more

I am very impressed with the quality of care at this Spear location. I received first-rate advice and attention from my therapist, Dylan. All the techs and front desk staff were friendly and helpful. This team will be my go-to for any future needs. read more

Went here to start post-surgical PT for a broken ankle, and only left because the location proved too costly/difficult for me to get to consistently with my condition (I found another spot much closer by my apartment). Anyone that's broken an ankle bad enough for surgery will tell you that it's no fun at all, and that it's hard to feel like you're actually making progress post-op, especially at the beginning before you can start weight-bearing. However, my experience working with Vinny at Spear Park Slope made the process much, much easier and gave me a huge physical and mental boost as I started my rehab journey. Vinny himself is personable and was always able to answer my questions, address my concerns, and help resolve specific physical issues with my ankle/foot that were bugging me. He's great, and there's no question I left Spear in magnitudes better shape than I was when I arrived. The space itself is also super nice -- bright and clean, with plenty of space. Admins are super responsive and its easy to change appointments and book new ones. Highly, highly recommend. read more

I came here a while back for some physio and it's a good place. But I just visited to deal with some insurance/ admin stuff and I need to say that River on the desk is hands down the best customer service person I've dealt with in my 15 years in Park Slope. The worst part of healthcare is admin and the health system needs River to clone themselves. Thank you. read more

This is the best PT clinic in Brooklyn! The clinic is large and has lots of open space, the staff are super friendly, and it's clean! Your temperature is checked at the front desk when you enter the clinic, the staff disinfect every single piece of equipment once you're done with it and there's hand sanitizer ready for you almost everywhere! I've gone to a few PT clinics through the past few years and I have always felt like I was just another patient that they were trying to get in and get out. But at this clinic, you get a sense of community because the staff constantly go out of their way to make you feel welcomed and comfortable, whether it's by offering you a cup of coffee or by chatting with you for a bit. If you're looking for a PT clinic, you need to stop by SPEAR! read more