I came to Hima after four years of runner's knee that I had basically accepted as permanent. Two…read morethings changed everything: a completely different approach to stretching than what I had been doing on my own, and a training philosophy focused on building load tolerance instead of just avoiding pain. I left with a clear, structured plan for getting back to full running. I also really enjoyed the space and the vibe and the level of professionalism at Spear. If you have been stuck with a nagging injury, Spear is the place to go, and Hima is the person to see!

I went to Him Gandhi for PT of an ankle--she was so helpful, and so effective--now I'm back to my…read morenormal 30+ miles per week running. The front desk is also helpful and accommodative.

Great therapists, Gregory Aviana is like an Einstein in physical therapy. He's creative and he's…read morethere to heal and not take. He and his team were absolute professionals.

I would say 3/4 stars for therapy and 1 or even negative stars for dealing with insurance, billing…read more... I would never go to an Ivy Rehab facility again. I had a series of compounding injuries last year and in different referrals went to Spear, Park Sports, and had in home therapy and there are definitely pros and cons to all of them. At it's best, I definitely got more attention and personalization from the physical therapist at Park Sports than at Spear. But at it's worst, the therapist seemed uninterested in being there, arguments over pulling down the parallel bars needed to safely do the exercises I needed, and sometimes attitude about asking for a rest. I'm really grateful for the good sessions, especially in the beginning. But even if it was sporadic, having those negative sessions and not knowing what energy I would be met with was difficult. I was also asked to redo my progress survey so it would look like I had improved more than I had to corporate. Like Spear (and all PT I've had in NYC) the therapist meets with you for about 15 minutes and then supervises while also treating several other patients. I've now moved and benefit from greater one on one support. In terms of insurance and billing, it felt like no one was communicating or keeping track. The front desk would tell me to ask the therapist who would tell me to ask the front desk. I was pressured to front load my sessions (they even wanted me to come in several days in a row, which I pushed back on). I didn't even know I'd gone over my allotted sessions and was told I would definitely be able to get more through insurance ... Then got a surprise bill for over $700 right before Christmas. I did not get calls back from the front desk, and Ivy rehab has been incredibly difficult and at one point rude to deal with. They say my insurance just hasn't given an answer to the forms they submitted. My insurance says the forms where never submitted and they don't even have records of my last month of sessions being submitted for insurance at all. It's a mess. I was told they would put a pause on the bill while insurance decided, but they sent it to collections without warning me. I don't really know who to believe. By contrast, Spear and insurance/billing was 100% clear and everyone was always on the same page (my therapist there helped me space out the sessions to cover the whole length of anticipated recovery time) and insurance showed everything being submitted on time. As I said, I have mixed feelings of gratitude and frustration. I would say if you want to work with Park Sports be ready to be on top of the insurance and don't let them front load your sessions if you have a complex injury with an unknown projectory.

I had pain in my back and was difficult to stand for too long or breathe all the way…read more I decided to give Dr Fidler a shot. I am so glad I did. He is professional and clearly knows what he is doing. And what a gorgeous office. It feels good to be pain free! Thank you! J.

I came to Dr. Fidler after experiencing chronic neck and shoulder pain built up from poor posture…read moreand long hours at a desk. I had tried a lot of stretching and expensive massages, but they only provided temporary relief and I was desperate for a lasting solution. Dr. Fidler customized a program for me and through following it consistently, my pain has not only dissipated, it has not come back since. He is knowledgable, communicative, and collaborative - adapting my programming to my specific needs and concerns as they came up throughout the process. I'm so happy I came to him, and I absolutely recommend you do the same if you're struggling with ongoing pain.

I could not have been happier with every single person at SOS! From the scheduling to the amazing…read morephysical therapy (I mostly saw the wonderful Marie), I am a new person because of them...

The staff here is great, there's a good amount of space, nice natural light that comes in to the…read moremain PT space and usually great music as you do your exercises and stretches. Great location, too, with a lot of access from public transit.

My experience at Spear Park Slope was very positive-- I worked with Fraidy who is such a caring,…read morerespectful, 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. 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. Highly recommend this practice to all and would return if needed!

Went to start PT at the Gowanus location and there was a lot of miscommunication about referral…read morerequirements 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). 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. 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).

Everyone needs strength training in their life, particularly people like me. I've been active…read morepretty much my whole life, but shied away from consistent weight training because I was never sure I was doing it right, and sustained an injury during the pandemic trying to do it on my own. I came to PhysioRX intent on getting fit and learning how to strength train the right way. PhysioRX did not disappoint. The therapists are extremely knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and helpful in getting you to your goals. So whether you're a skilled athlete or a total novice, you're sure to reach your goals through personalized workouts and their expert guidance.

I never write reviews anymore but felt it was worth it this time. I had a nagging leg injury from a…read morehike that wouldn't go away on its own, so I decided it was time for me to finally get professional help. I could have gone with a traditional, if not, old school physical therapist, but decided to give PhysioRX a try. I was nervous about going here though, as I'm not a super athlete or major weight lifter but figured if they had such great reviews, that I should give them a shot. I'm so glad I did! I had my phone consultation, then an in person one. I mainly worked with Connor who was an absolute joy to work with. While the approach wasn't what I expected, I am just as happy as every other reviewer. Once I did the phone and in person consult, I was equipped with an app where they assign all the exercises specifically for you. It was so easy to use. The exercises were personalized for me, and when I found ones I didn't like, they'd swap them for something else. I basically texted Connor and Will 4-5 times a week on my progress. Will, who was my secondary coach and available just as much as Connor was, and he was also awesome. Even if I didn't give them an update on how my workout went, they'd often check on me anyway. I had some weeks where I really didn't want to go to the gym, or felt very discouraged. They were there every step of the way. We even did some check in calls which I appreciated so much. I only intended on working with them for 1 month, but every time the month was finishing, I felt I had a lot of progress and continued my journey to 3 months. To be honest, I'm soooo sad to finish my 3 month stint because both of them were so great to work with, and I've seen major improvement in my leg. As someone who doesn't see themselves as an athlete by any means, their coaching really helped me get to a good place. I also realized that I was going to the gym all wrong for years. I learned so much from this experience, and kind of see my injury as a blessing in disguise as I now view rehab, exercise, and the gym in a completely different way. Thanks to Connor and Will for doing such impactful work. If I ever get injured again (although I hope not), I'll gladly reach out to PhysioRX. If you are on the fence, just book some time with them. You won't regret it!

Unfortunately, I had a terrible experience here. I want to be very transparent that this was my…read morefirst time going to physical therapy and the only reason I know it was that bad is because I now have a basis for comparison. I broke my elbow on Labor Day, had surgery, then my Orthopedist recommended that I start a course of physical therapy to progress my healing. Most physical therapy offices in the neighborhood couldn't get me in for at least a month, so I went on Yelp and started calling around and made an appointment at two different offices this week. The place I just went to today was leaps and bounds better than this place. I know physical therapy is supposed to be hard, but this particular practice made it so much harder than necessary. I actually left in tears and sobbed the entire way home. And I'm not a cryer. I'll attempt to explain what I hope will be constructive feedback below. Administration: - The staff was pretty friendly over the phone and even offered to help me with the insurance process (they are out-of-network for me). - When I arrived, I was asked to wait about 10 minutes while they restarted their iPad to fill out the intake forms. I spent another 10 minutes filling out the forms, only for the iPad to stop working again. They said this had been happening all day. - When I asked if they could send me the intake form via email, they said yes and then did so after I left. My recommendation would be to email all patients the intake form before their appointment. Also, if the office had been having iPad issues all day, it would have been great if they could proactively email the intake form to everyone that was on the schedule for that day. - Finally, this office is not fully vaccinated and some members of the staff were walking around with their masks below their nose. Communication: - I saw Francis Reyes. His communication skills left a lot to be desired. - I explained to him that I had never been to PT before and that I would prefer if he explain everything to me in full detail: what's going on with me from a medical perspective, what's going on during the treatment, and what to expect. He did not, even after asking several times. - We had a few awkward exchanges. The first one was when he asked me "What type of surgery did you have?" I was confused by this question, since he was already aware the I fractured my left humerus. He couldn't elaborate. - He then said to me "the only way for you to heal is through aggressive stretching." I asked him why that was the only way and he replied, "Because it is." Again, no medical rationale was given. I then asked, "Would gradual stretching be possible?" and he responded "Oh! It will be gradual!" Those are two different things. The treatment: - In this facility, the Physical Therapist takes multiple patients at a time. The therapy takes place in back where a series of tables are lined up separated by a curtain - kind of like an emergency room. - For treatment, the first 15 minutes consisted of heat and electro stim where they left me in the room to lay by myself. Then a DEEP DEEP (painful) massage by Francis, then a few seconds of aggressive stretching at the end (ridiculously painful). - A few times I asked Francis to explain to me what was going on. Instead, he gave me dad jokes and asked me about my weekend. I'm usually not one for small talk, especially when I'm in so much pain that I can't speak. I asked him why he was asking me this and he said to get my mind off of it. - My feedback here is that, if a patient tells you how they prefer to communicate, you should listen to them. For some, taking their mind off things might work better for them, but for me, knowing what is going on calms my mind. - I also jokingly asked him a couple of times if this was supposed to be torture and he matter-of-factly said yes. - During the stretching, it only lasted a few seconds, but again, Francis didn't explain this beforehand. I probably would have been less scared if I knew the stretching would only last a few seconds. - At the end, I was sobbing. Francis didn't ask me if I was okay. Instead he said "make an appointment for Friday" and walked away. I asked for a few minutes before I left, which I took sitting in that little room sobbing. He gave me no exercises to do at home. Francis' approach to communication seems to be: as long as he knows everything will be fine, he doesn't feel he needs to communicate this to the patient. He will simply allow the patient to go through the experience and learn for themselves. If you are a Doctor of Physical Therapy, I would expect a certain level of communication, bedside manner, and sympathy. A little coaching, cheerleading, and positive reinforcement would have gone a long way. I got none of this. I am not coming back and if you are curious to hear about the excellent experience I had at the other place, please check my reviews.

New addition to the neighborhood and I'm excited for the new location…read more I first started visiting their Bay Ridge location due to a calcaneal fracture and wanted to try out their new location. Both locations are equally great with amazing staff, a clean environment and you will always receive a warm welcome. Lana is amazing and makes you feel at ease even though you're in pain. The Atlantic Ave location is conveniently located with access to multiple train lines and buses. You can't miss the storefront as it has big windows with gold lettering. The decor has beautiful light fixture and the excersice machines are modern. The machines have a fan incorporated in them so you don't feel too hot while working out. The excersice area is spacious so you won't feel cramped while others are using the machines as well. Obviously seeking a Physical Therapist isn't due to any pleasurable reasons and Francis and Feliz (PTs) will make you feel pain you have never felt before. You will shortly realize the pain is worth the pleasure you will feel once you start gaining movements you couldn't do before. I'm on my 2nd month of recovery and noticed the difference after my 3rd visit and yes, you will want to curse your PT on while you're receving your massages or while doing the excersices but, think of it like a workout at the gym, if you don't experience the pain and push the limits then you will never see the gains. Besides, the music playing will have you singing and reminiscing of all the great songs your parents would listen to on the weekends.

Dr Szaro, Dr Palvia , Nomar and the entire Physio Logic team are the best!! I've been cared for by…read morethis special place for years and highly recommend their integrative approach.

I highly recommend Physiologic. Whether you're looking for PT, Pilates, pain management or a…read moremassage all the practitioners are excellent.

Canico was my therapist and he was great. He was very observant of my progress. He knew how much…read moreto push me and how much to let off. I felt a significant improvement in my strength and ability each week. I would recommend him to anyone who needs physical therapy.

From the owner: We specialize in Manual Physical Therapy. We also have years of experience in post-op orthopedic…read morerehabilitation.

I don't normally write reviews but Spear is hands down the best physical therapy clinic around! I…read morevisited them after a knee injury from running, and my experience has been amazing so far. It was super quick easy to set up an appointment by calling the clinic or filling out the form online. Their front desk staff are always so welcoming and helpful, and their therapists are highly skilled and knowledgeable. The space is bright, clean, and well-maintained, and the clinic is conveniently located near the Bergen St subway station and in a super cute neighborhood with lots of shops, restaurants, and bakeries. I worked with Kevin who is very friendly and professional. He was very attentive, from taking the time to time to thoroughly assess my condition to ensuring that I performed the assigned exercises correctly to prevent further injury. He regularly checked in on my progress and made adjustments to my personalized treatment plan as needed. I felt like he was truly committed to my recovery and that I wasn't alone throughout this journey. I'm super happy with my progress since starting PT at Spear. Not only did my pain decrease significantly, but I have also gained strength and mobility. I was so anxious that I would never be able to run again, but I have since been cleared to run even longer distances along with enjoying other physical activities (e.g. biking, rock climbing) that I love! I highly recommend this clinic.

Went to Spear. Ben was my go to therapist. He really pushed me. I was recovering from knee…read morereplacement surgery. The communication around appointments is great But Spear - fix those locker locks! I had to keep asking front desk people to help. They were so kind to do so but I'm sure they have better things to do. Nice folks! good care