Dr Sid is the bomb!! My back and neck hurt so bad after 2 year and 3 Sorrentino chiropractors producing no results. I started to feel better in only 2 weeks of treatment and now 6 month later I feel like a new person! read more

my curve went from 80 degrees to 67 after 1 week of boot camp. No pain at work at all! 2 years later the curve went back to 69 degrees so I did another week of boot camp and it's now 63 degrees. I'm in my late 50s. I plan to continue. read more

Great experience. In depth consultation / first session. Very thorough exam done by both, Dr. Sid and the Physical Therapist. Very knowledgeable and took their time explaining every step of the process. Had work done on adhesions / scar tissue on my left shoulder / chest and lat. Much more work to be done but feel good about the session. Obtained immediate pain relief, looking forward to the next 15 sessions. read more

I was very happy with my visit to Esprit Wellness. The office was very clean and modern, the staff was wonderful and I felt inspired by my visit. I feel positive and optimistic about my back issues now. Dr. Sid was very patient and took the time to answer all of my questions. The Scolismart approach to treating scoliosis is worth exploring for anyone suffering with scoliosis. read more

I came here for treatment for the herniated discs in my neck and scoliosis in the lumbar. I've had physical therapy before but none that really helped, until now. I met Dr. Sid for a consultation where he and Dr. Shannon created a customized plan for me. I went for 36 visits which included physical therapy, cupping from Dr. Shannon and a spinal adjustment by Dr. Sid. They asked me questions ranging from what I did for a living and my posture while working or walking. Dr. Shannon pointed out that sitting on the sofa with a laptop on your lap was not conducive to my neck. You would think this was common sense, but for me, it was not. I learned that sitting in general was not good for scoliosis and began learning about the importance of good posture, strengthening and decompression. Dr. Sid reviewed pillows for side sleepers in order to prevent stiff neck and Dr. Shannon sent me home with a list of exercises. It became clear their goal were to provide tools to continue working on myself on a daily basis so I wouldn't have to rely on physical therapy for the rest of my life. How refreshing! If you are going for physical therapy and chiropractic treatment during your sessions, make sure you ask if they are both available before scheduling. The receptionist Evelyn was very good in letting me know if one of them was on vacation. While the treatment was not covered by my health insurance, they were happy to go over payment plans ! read more

Other people write reviews about restaurants, I write reviews about medical professionals. It's soooo difficult to find good health practitioners in NYC. I first came to Espirit W more than a year ago, after trying to find a proper diagnose for at least 4 years of backache, some doctors said the problem was my knees, others said the feet (they were ready to proceed with surgery!!) some said the lower back muscles, the hip flexors, what a waste of time and money!. I came to Dr. Sid and on the 1st visit he gave me the answer I needed: I have a mild case of Scoliosis. He took a full body X-ray right in the spot (no having to schedule an appointment at a radiology centre is pretty convenient) and described step by step what was going on with my spine and how it was affecting. Every. Single. Inch. Of my body. Back then I decided to postpone the treatment with him mostly because I wasn't ready to commit to something as intense as the ScoliSmart treatment. A year and 2 PTs, 1 Chiro and 1 Sports Medicine Specialist later, I'm back to Espirit W and, this time, fully committed to feel better. I'm working with Dr. Shannon 3 times a week, she's one of the most compassionated Drs I've ever met (and I've seen a LOT of them). One of those rare doctors that are really invested in making her patients feel better. She follows up with me on my symptoms and has always a solution for my multiple malaises. I can say that I have never felt this level of caring with any other practitioner in NYC. I feel confident I'm in good hands. read more

I'd been suffering from a pinched nerve in my back for 3 weeks and it was getting worse instead of better, so I finally decided to see a chiropractor about it. My past experiences hadn't been too convincing, so I was a little wary, especially because Esprit's prices are twice as much as what I've spent on chiropractors in the past. But Dr. Sid was worth it; his assessment of me was dead on, and he used several acupuncture techniques in addition to chiropractic adjustment that gave me immediate pain relief and returned mobility. He also gave me really good post-treatment advice, knowing that I wouldn't be able to afford another session and within 48 hours of applying his advice, I feel remarkable improvement. I woke up this morning for the first time in 3 weeks without pain. If you're just looking for a more low-key adjustment, I'd say you could probably go elsewhere, but if you're really in need of serious pain intervention, I'd definitely recommend an appointment at Esprit. read more

Awesome staff, neat place, latest equipment and a great Doc. Also, the place is easy to find, even on a bike!

Dr. Sid is amazing, compassionate and knowledgeable. He will heal you! 5 years ago he cured me of chronic neck pain I suffered for 10 years until i found Esprit Wellness. Last month I went to NYU for severe back pain and they gave me inflammatory meds and a script for physical therapy. I could not handle the pain so I went to see Dr. Sid the next day. ( I should have gone straight to Dr. Sid) We did muscle stretches (yoga poses,) electric stimulation, cupping and a chiropractic adjustment ALL IN ONE VISIT. Unheard of in NYC. You would have to go to several different places for all that work. I walked out feeling 50% better and woke up the next day 80% better. 2 more visits and I'm healthy and happy again. I cannot recommend anyone more wholeheartedly than I do Dr. Sid and his great staff. read more

Marlene, the owner sent me a personal mail calling Dr. Sid as part of the team rather than acknowledging this is her husband she is defending in the mail. Please see the previous reviews below of the ownership of Esprit. The receptionist's name is Evelyn Landaverde who was not qualified to take my sessions that I mentioned in my early review. I was questioned in Marlene's email about my perception, and replied to Marlene why is she gaslighting my experience and perception? She has offered a refund but she is not fully understanding the gravitas of the situation. Misogyny and body shaming a woman's body by the person-in-charge who supposedly is supporting the client is a No-No. It is telling given the reviews below this is not the first time of the owners' questionable behavior and conduct. Please be very careful and avoid this place at all costs. There are too many health and nutrition coaches in NYC that really have a high level of integrity. read more

I'm so happy I chose Esprit Wellness for my spinal therapy. To the outside world, I looked happy and full of life. However privately, I suffered every day with excruciating neck pain. After a week of therapy, I started to feel like a brand-new person. Less pain and my posture improved a great deal. This place is incredible! The staff is extremely professional and appointments are on time (rare these days!!) Dr. Sid displays a genuine concern for his patients..you don't feel like another number. Also, there's a weight management program at Esprit Wellness. I was able to lose over 10 pounds during the first two weeks without starving or fasting!!!. If you're looking for a professional environment, caring practitioners and treatment plans that actually make a difference, I would highly recommend Esprit Wellness! read more

Immediate Relief from Lower Back Pain Esprit Wellness provides an excellent service. I have worked with chiropractors in the past, so I do have a point of reference. I highly recommend Dr. Sid. After my first day of working with him I had immediate relief from my lower back pain. (I was really surprised by how quickly I saw results.) Three treatments later I was free of pain and able to work and enjoy life again. Dr. Sid is personable, knowledgeable and sincere in his practice. Esprit Wellness is a well-run business with a helpful staff that has great energy. The environment is professional and comfortable. They respect your time and care about your wellbeing. The atmosphere is very healing and relaxing (when you wait for the therapist you sit in an amazing message chair). The whole experience is definitely a pleasure. I feel fortunate that I found Dr. Sid's practice. I look forward to every visit. read more

I found Esprit Wellness/Scolismart Clinics in a search for alternative treatment to surgery for my daughter, who was recently diagnosed with scoliosis. This establishment is a great choice for anyone looking for an alternative to surgery. Although my insurance didn't cover the service, I believe paying out of pocket was well worth it. I am by no means financially rich. But I do believe that you can't put a price on certain things, and some things are worth the sacrifice. And for my daughter's health, I would do it again. Ebony handles the administrative work for Dr. Sid and she is nothing short of amazing. I needed documentation to submit to my daughter's school and for my job, and she was more than helpful. Dr. Sid was very informative, explaining everything. He ensured that I understood everything throughout the process. He even identified other issues and referred me accordingly. Mona assists with the actual physical therapy, and she was great as well!! Very patient, caring, and kind. Overall, I had a wonderful experience. We were able to see a 13° decrease in her curve in just 9 days of the program. Although it wasn't exactly an easy process for my daughter as she hasn't been very active in the last 2 yrs, it was worth it. You must put in the work, but this program definitely works!!! We will continue to work with Dr. Sid and his staff and look forward to seeing more progress in the near future. read more

Finding Dr. Sid and his staff at Esprit Wellness is nothing short of an answered prayer for me. I was diagnosed with scoliosis as a teenager and wore a brace for two years (a largely unsuccessful enterprise). Thankfully, my parents knew better than to allow surgery. Now 31 years old, I've spent many years doing yoga. This has helped me feel more spacious in my body, but hasn't done much to improve the condition of my spine or slow down the progression of my scoliosis. Before I found Dr. Sid, I was really at a loss for how to help myself get well. To the outside world, I seemed completely happy and hopeful, but on the inside I carried the fear that my body would continue to worsen around me. I couldn't see a future that didn't involve scoliosis. All that changed when I visited Esprit Wellness for the first time. The first thing I saw upon walking into the office was a beautiful mural painted on the wall reading: "The power that created the body heals the body." I felt instantly at home. After a 3-hour working session with Dr. Sid and his incredible staff, I felt my spine lengthening and my heart opening up with actual hope, a hope that until that afternoon, I hadn't realized had been missing from my life. My curve went from 60 degrees to 48 that day. Funny and kind and caring, Dr. Sid recognizes that every patient's relationship to his or her body is unique. He seems to instinctively understand how to speak to his patients, both the very young and the not-so-young. He and his staff work with the utmost professionalism and yet they take the time to get to know their patients as personally as possible in order to give them the best and most specific care they can. They know how to gently press you past your old limitations, while always keeping you safe and out of pain. Ask a question of anyone on staff, and it's instantly clear how knowledgeable and passionate they are about all areas of your health. After just 5 weeks working with Dr. Sid, I feel stronger and more excited every day. My curvature continues to decrease and we keep strengthening the muscles necessary to support and stabilize my evolving alignment. Here is a short list of what's changed for me so far: My breathing - I used to feel my breathing get "trapped" in parts of my torso. Deep breaths were difficult; I sometimes had to move and stretch to create the space for the air to flow through. Now I breathe in and out easily and deeply. My posture - I used to do a series of self-adjustments to appear straight. "Roll your right shoulder back, press into your left foot, breathe into your upper back, pull your front ribs in..." Sound exhausting? It was. I haven't felt a need to do that since I started my treatment. Slowly but surely everything is moving into a healthy alignment that doesn't require my constant vigilance to "hold" it. I feel tall and strong and no longer feel a need to fix myself. My thinking - I have an incredible life and have been blessed in many ways, yet this area of my health used to weigh heavy on my mind. It was a constant worry and it often got in the way of achieving the many goals I have for my life and career. The peace of mind I've received from working in this way is profound. As my body continually strengthens, so does my resolve to create the best possible life for my self and my family. The work Dr. Sid and his staff are doing at Esprit Wellness is so much more than physical. They are teaching people how to trust their bodies again. They are improving the way people see themselves and how they envision their futures. I could not be more grateful to them. It's my hope that anyone who has scoliosis and is looking for a solution visits Dr. Sid as soon as possible so they can live free from worry, free from pain, and free to live life to the fullest. read more

I was there back in January of 2017. It was so welcoming I felt so comfortable. I did The boot camp for two weeks. It's helped me so much I came there with a 49 degree curve and left with a 39 degree curve. I also have the SAS scoliosis active suit. It's​ help me so much. We need to spread the awareness. Because I didn't know I had scoliosis until after I had my first born and that was back in 2005. So this is the place you want to get help for it. It was so worth it because I won't get surgery. So please check them out they are amazing!! read more

I dd the 2 week bootcamp and it was barbaric! Besides the brutality of it, there was no results. My curve ended up increasing which was assessed and reinforced by 2 different doctors. Dr Sid and his wife Marlene Oliva -who thinks she's so wise and savvy, lack compassion and are extremely unaccommodating towards their patients once they receive your money and complete the bootcamp. They are all a digital marketing propaganda. As for the treatment itself, there is no literature to support the long term benefits of it and the after-care he gives is unrealistic as well. Now that I have gained perspective, I can say that I endorse the Schroth Method, which is recognized internationally and has been proven successful with extensive literature to back it up and can be applied to every day life. And its not barbaric. You can also read the complaint made on RipOff Report. Avoid this place! http://www.ripoffreport.com/reports/scolismart-clinic-dr-sid/new-york-new-york-10036/scolismart-clinic-dr-sid-esprit-wellness-dr-aatif-siddiqui-scolismart-is-a-scam-dr-s-1370550 In response to Marlene O: Your passive aggressive and foolish remark of "many threats, verbal harassment and email extortion" are completely false, frivolous and a defamation of character. I have all the emails saved to prove this. I always stood by my word that I would be writing a negative review of my experience at your clinic and I can exercise my legal right of freedom of speech to its fullest capacity. So this has never been a verbal threat, this is a fact and me being as straight forward with you as possible. As for extortion, that is a harsh accusation and can lead to legal action. I welcome you to prove this disgusting accusation. Lastly, as for any HIPPA violation, I have never asked you to do anything that was illegal and let me make that as clear as can be. And to reinforce this, if another doctor was able to provide this slight adjustment for me with no hesitation, and even more so, if all the other ScolisSMART clinics are able to do this accommodation as well after I inquired, then once again, thats enough proof to prove there is no merit to whatever you claim. Do yourself a favor and do not dare challenge me again. read more

I cannot say better things about Dr.Sid and his scolismart program. I started treatment in my mid-late 20's so was hesitant we'd be able to make much progress - however I'm now 2 bootcamps in and have been able to correct my curve 11 degrees. This is the best thing I have ever done for myself. Highly recommend, it's worth every cent. read more

In early January, I suffered from a massive herniated disc in my lower back incapacitating me, causing me to collapse. I've been to numerous neurosurgeons, spine experts, and other professionals (who all wanted to cut me open and perform surgery). Their solution was to dope me up on painkillers. My herniation was so bad, there were certain doctors that didn't want to touch me for fear they would cause more problems. The herniated disc was so bad it was pressing up against nerves, which caused excruciating pain down both my legs. After researching dozens of options, I finally made the right decision by starting an alternative rehabilitation regime through Esprit Wellness from Dr. Sid. Dr. Sid began his practice, Esprit Wellness, to help people seeking relief from pain. He cares about each of his patients, taking the time to carefully analyze and assess each individuals needs. He then creates a specific and individualized treatment based on each patient's symptoms. Dr. Sid has 1 goal in mind - getting his patients pain free! Dr. Sid is truly amazing! His techniques have helped me as well as dozens of others to relieve major back pain! Before seeing him, I was completely handicapped - literally - I could not do anything. I couldn't walk without pain, I couldn't get dressed, nor shower...I couldn't even get a good night's sleep. After the first treatment, I started seeing huge improvement. I began walking pain-free and I began feeling "normal" again. Dr. Sid's high tech equipment is state of the art and it has helped to take pressure off the nerves, thus relieving the pain in my legs and feet. Jerome, Dr. Sid's physical therapist, has hands of gold! Jerome's lower back massage therapy technique helped me stand straighter after the first session. I could see I was improving by how much more I was able to stretch and move around with each session. What causes the pain is that the vertebrae in the back become stressed and get pushed into each other. In between each vertebrae is a soft jelly-like cushion (aka discs). If the vertebrae touch each other, the disc gets squashed and herniated (similar to someone's fist smashing down on a jelly donut...the jelly pops out). Dr. Sid is able to maneuver individual specific vertebrae to allow the bones to separate and breathe, thus allowing the disc (jelly-like cushion) to return to its normal place. In addition to that, Dr. Sid also treats scoliosis. Results don't lie, curvatures don't lie. Had I listened to the numerous neurosurgeons and spine experts, I would still be laying on my back in pain. A neurosurgeons job is to perform surgery...that's what they know and that's what they do, and that's how they make money. Do you really think they're concerned about your well-being and about relieving your pain? I know people that have had back surgery, and they've had their spine fused together. After the surgery, you have a recovery of 6 months where you have to lay on your back the entire time. The surgery is irreversible and once its done, it can not be undone! Anyone who isn't willing to try alternative ways to try to fix their back deserves to be in pain. I'm proud to report that I'm improving each week without being doped up on meds. I highly recommend Dr. Sid and thank him for all his help! He literally saved my life! read more

HALT!!! INSURANCE WILL NOT PAY! Do not go to see Dr. Sid! I met with Dr. Sid on September 28th, 2010 regarding scoliosis therapy. He told me he verified my insurance (CIGNA) and then told me that they would cover 65%. He told me it would benefit me to pay for the treatment in full, which cost $12,000, and I would get 15 sessions for free. I scraped together the money for the very expensive therapy and I paid him. I went through the therapy, which makes you feel like cattle, you're in a room with 7 other people, he never pays attention to you, and you are basically getting treatments from his staff. I was still diligent about my therapy; I completed 30 sessions and submitted a claim for each individual session. After my 30th session the claims started coming back "DENIED". CIGNA stated that "The services weren't rendered as billed". I then had to go through an extremely lengthy appeals process for 30 claims, I even had the advocate at my work get involve with CIGNA. Eventually CIGNA denied everything after a thorough investigation. I received no compensation for my treatment. CIGNA has on record, Dr. Sid's office telling them that I would only be receiving "chiropractic care", when really, Dr. Sid should have made sure that my insurance company covered scoliosis treatment, which is what he was providing. Through my ongoing conversations with Dr. Sid regarding this matter, he has made it very clear that "He doesn't care about people's insurance" and told me I'm the only one this has happened to, when really, there are others out there that have had the same problem. I also have an email from one of his current employees stating that he consistently lies to his patients about their insurance coverage. I hope you don't make the same mistake that I did. I've shed a lot of tears over this, it has really been an emotional struggle. I went in with hope, and came out with despair. I hope I can help you avoid the same fate. read more

If you are looking for weight loss or management, Dr. Sid is the best. He uses Ideal Protein, and has lots of ideal protein items in stock. Dr. Sid closely monitors your progress and success. Each week he will take your measurements, weight, and percent of body fat. He is very knowledgable about the different products, and has also tried the products himself. His office is very flexible with scheduling, and you are able to schedule evening appointments after work. At the end of your appointment, you get a print out of your progress from week 1. Showing all the inches and weight you have lost. read more

I visited Dr. Sid in 2011, to find a good doctor who could heal my herinated disk problem. Initial presentation and following treatments worked really well, and also understandable, convincing and scientifically logical. Finally I could participate NYC marathon in Nov 2011 and marked 4 hours and 28 minutes as my first full marathon race! Thank you very much Dr. Sid. read more