Evolve NY's Holistic Physical Therapy Services in NYC

Physical Therapy Services with Evolve

Are you looking for a physical therapist who not only creates a customized treatment plan, but also focuses on finding and treating any underlying health issues that you may have? At Evolve, we are a physical therapy clinic that values individualized treatment and a holistic approach. With our 3-step process we will focus on evaluation, healing, and strengthening. We provide dynamic physical therapy so you can be fit for life.

If you are in need of immediate physical therapy services, please call- 1-718-258-3300

Below is a comprehensive list of our available services and treatment plans:

Manual Physical Therapy:

Manual physical therapy is a type of treatment that utilizes soft tissue techniques to relieve tension in damaged tissue. This type of therapy will be initiated at your evaluation and continued over the course of your physical therapy. It has proven to be able to decrease back pain, muscle spasms, and joint dysfunction. Click here to find out more about our manual physical therapy services

Prehabilitation:

Prehabilitation or prehab is used to help prevent an injury before it occurs. It is also used prior to having surgery to speed up recovery times. At Evolve, we use postural correction, functional strengthening, and mobility drills to address asymmetries, prevent injury, and optimize performance.

There are many ways that prehabilitation can benefit you. These would include but are not limited to: help to correct muscle imbalance, improve flexibility, fix joint alignment, normalize the stability of your core, and it can also help to improve the overall endurance of your muscles. Click here to find out more about our prehab physical therapy services

Parkinson's Boxing Training:

Rocksteady boxing is used to help people who have Parkinson’s disease regain strength and mobility. These exercises the target gross motor movement, balance, core strength and rhythm have been proven to slow down the progression of Parkinson’s disease. The boxing moves are adapted and designed to help patients regain control of their range of motion, and improve overall quality of life.

At any stage of this disease, those who attend these boxing classes will find that they are able to regain and start to build up their strength and flexibility again. Along with the increased range of mobility perks, boxing training can also help you work out any pent-up stress. Click here to find out more about our Parkinsons Disease physical therapy services

Running and gait:

This is a form of therapy that helps people regain the ability to stand, walk, or run. It can also be used to help athletes preform their best, or recover from a sports related injury. To access where it may be best to start improving these areas, your physical therapist may have you walk or run on a specialty treadmill that captures your movements. This allows them to point out what needs to be improved, and start to implement a treatment and recovery plan. Click here to find out more about our runners physical therapy services

Pediatric PT and Adolescent:

We have a dedicated team of therapists who specialize in physical therapy for pediatric and adolescents. We can implement therapy programs to meet all your family’s goals and help improve function and mobility for your children with our innovative physical therapy programs. Our creative and fun techniques will be a hit with kids as well as teens. Contact us for a consultation today to discuss available treatment options. Click here to find out more about our pediatric and adolescent physical therapy services

Schroth Method:

The Schroth Method directly accesses spinal movement and muscle tightness caused by scoliosis. With the Schroth method, we want to de-rotate, elongate, and stabilize the spine. This therapy will help restore muscle memory, posture, and alignment. Since Scoliosis is unique for anyone with the condition, our highly skilled therapists will develop a custom plan to fight back against your scoliosis, and help to prevent further rotation of your spine. Click here to find out more about our scoliosis physical therapy services

Hand Therapy:

By utilizing hand therapy, you can treat unique muscle groups, tendons, and ligaments. This kind of treatment can help you develop and regain your fine motor skills in your fingers, hands and wrists.  Patients who qualify for hand therapy may have had a sports injury, or an accident that has caused them to lose mobility and function of their hands. Click here to find out more about our hand physical therapy services

TMJ Dysfunction Treatment:

We can help correct TMJ without surgery with our treatment plans. At Evolve, we can begin to heal issues with your temporomandibular joint that connects your jaw to your skull. Based on your current condition, we will develop a plan to help eliminate jaw pain associated with TMJ. The following are a few types of therapy that can be used to relieve this kind of pain: manual therapy, low-load exercises, and specialized pain treatments. Click here to find out more about our TMJ physical therapy services

Soft Tissue Therapy:

Here at Evolve, for musculoskeletal injuries, we use instrument-assisted soft-tissue mobilization (IASTM) to heal muscles and joints that cause pain during movement. This will improve range of motion, strength, and pain perception.

Here are a few reasons we utilize soft tissue therapy:

• Soft Tissue Therapy can improve your range of motion

• Reduce swelling and decrease pain

• Reduce any adhesions that have formed

• Prevent scar tissue build up

• Lengthen muscles and tendons

• Restore mobility and functionality of affected areas

There are many types of soft tissue techniques that may be incorporated into your treatment plan. Some of the following may be used during the course of your treatment: sustained pressure, direct oscillations, and parallel mobilization. Click here to find out more about our soft tissue physical therapy service

Post-surgical Care:

At Evolve, we are an outpatient facility. We align our treatment plans with our patients long term sports and activity goals. Our experienced physical therapists follow the latest and best protocols when creating your treatment plan. We will develop a close relationship with your surgeon and doctors so that we can work together as a team. It is important to us that you reach your highest fitness goals. With us, good enough just doesn’t cut it.  Click here to find out more about our after surgery care physical therapy services

Orthopedic Physical Therapy- every physical therapist in our team is skilled to deal with injury or illness that affects your bones, joints, muscles, tendons or ligaments. These are mainly fractures, strains, sprains or postoperative conditions. 

Our physical therapists will have you go through a thorough assessment before laying out a plan of treatment that is in line with your goals. You can expect to use modalities such as electrical stimulation, ultrasound and hot/cold application. We will teach you exercises that will help boost your healing, return you to function and to prevent re-injury. Click here to find out more about our

Orthopedic physical therapy can feel hard at first, as you start learning your exercises and moving through your pain. Treatment sessions are focused on rebuilding your flexibility, strength and function to help you get back on your feet. Click here for more information about our orthopedic physical therapy services

Occupational Physical Therapy- we also specialize in conditions related to daily function and movements and related injuries to your job. Certain hazards at the workplace can cause your body to feel aches and pains that make you susceptible to repetitive strain injuries-a.k.a- (RSI). 

RSI, also known as work-related pain, is the general term used to describe muscle, nerve or tendon pain caused by repeated movements and overuse of our joints. It is also caused by improper posture, malalignment, vibrations, compressions, and other cumulative trauma. It can cover a wide range of painful musculoskeletal disorders.

At evolve, our physical therapists are well trained to spot these kinds of conditions and what could have possibly caused it. They will treat and manage your pain, give you exercises to stay pain free, and teach you strategies on how to prevent it from recurring.  Click here to find out more about our occupational physical therapy services

Sports Physical Therapy- in sports, every athlete is prone to injury. In sports physical therapy, one of our our missions at Evolve Physical Therapy is to prevent and to minimize the risk for sports injuries.

Since our physical therapists are well versed in sports physical therapy, there are also trained to improve your form and performance through exercises that they provide. But sometimes, athletes do get injured, and again physical therapists are responsible to help them get back to the field. 

Our physical therapists will often perform manual therapy, some soft tissue and deep tissue massage to loosen up muscles that stiffened because of an injury, after which you will start exercising to build your strength, endurance, balance and coordination. All of these exercises will help you return to your sport in tip top condition.  Click here to find out more about our sports physical therapy services

Do You Need a Physical Therapist That Can Provide Specialized Treatment for Your Injury or Condition?

Regardless of your current condition we can formulate a plan to get you back to your best self. From accident to injury, we have physical therapy specialists that will dedicate themselves to your healing.

We have three prime New York City locations that are devoted to helping you recover. Our main physical therapy office is 3319 Avenue N, located in the heart of Marine Park in Brooklyn. This location features a tranquil and relaxing spa-like environment. Our second location, 6161 Strickland Avenue, is in Mill Basin’s Harbor Fitness, and is designed primarily for athletic patients. Our third and final location is 191 and 15th Street, located at Park Slope's Harbor Fitness. This facility is meant to push you even further in your physical therapy or fitness treatment. Contact us today to schedule your consultation with our team. Give us a call to schedule a consultation! 1-718-258-3300

About Evolve Physical Therapy in Brooklyn-

NYC's Premier Holistic Physical Therapy Clinics-

There’s physical therapy, there’s training, and then there’s EVOLVE. We use the science of bio-mechanics merged with fitness to help our patients get better and stay better!

First we evaluate, then we heal, then we strengthen our clients so they can reach their goals, feel better, and live happier lives. We do so by utilizing a range of core techniques and specialized treatments to reduce pain, improve mobility, enhance physical strength and deal with the underlying issues, not just the pain itself.

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The Benefits of Occupational Physical Therapy for the Workplace

The Benefits of Occupational Therapy for the Workplace

An Occupational Therapist (OT) helps to access people suffering from physical or even mental illness. Your OT will work with you to evaluate your injury, formulate a therapy plan to help you reach your goals, and assist you with exercises and treatment during the duration of your injury.

Occupational therapists often treat a large variety of work related injuries. Some of the most common of which are: Tendon inflammations, nerve disorders, and sprains. With the use of occupational therapy your therapist can help you recover from your injury and regain any skills that you may have lost along the way.

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Occupational Therapy Services

Outpatient occupational physical therapy services can assist you if you have had hand, elbow, or wrist trauma, tendonitis, neurological trauma, concussions, and other work and sports related injuries.

Some of the following are commonly used services to assist in individual therapy treatment plans.

• Using physical agent modalities

• Training in adaptive techniques

• Therapeutic exercises

• Therapeutic activities including task simulation

• And more!

Common Careers That See Frequent Workplace Injuries

1. Construction Workers: Due to the responsibilities of the job, construction workers often operate heavy machinery and do a lot of lifting. This type of movement can often result in injury that may require occupational therapy.

2. Subway Workers: General upkeep and maintenance of the subway system can take its toll on you as well. Not to mention put you in some dangerous situations that may result in injury.

3. Taxi Drivers: As a driver, there is always the possibility of getting into a wreck or a car accident.

4. Sanitation Workers: Workers in the sanitation field face the risk of physical injury on the job, and the possibility of an accident caused by reckless drivers that attempt to pass their trucks.

5. Factory Workers: Factories are not always the safest place to be employed. Whether you get injured while working with required machinery, or have health complications due to extreme environments, there is a possibility that you may need occupational therapy for your injury.

6. Nurses: Lifting and moving patients along with other physical day to day routines may cause you to get injured on the job as a nurse.

7. Police Officers: Officers are always on the move. Besides the dangerous aspects of their job, they also may be injured during a chase, or other daily duties, resulting in a sprain or worse.

8. Firefighters: As another job that requires a lot of movement and high risk conditions, firefighters may also be subject to injury while on the job.

9. Transit Workers: As driving requires prolonged periods of time sitting, holding a wheel, and potentially accidents; transit workers are common patients we see for occupational physical therapy.

10. Office Workers: Sitting at a desk all day long is by far healthy for anyone. From bad posture to carpal tunnel, office workers are also common patients at Evolve Physical Therapy in NYC.

Have You Been Injured on The Job? Physical Therapy and Workers Compensation Claims

An injury at work can often mean that until your recovery, you will be out of a job for some time.

As if your injury was not stressful enough as it is, now someone has to cover for you while you focus on regaining what you may have lost. Luckily, a lot of these industries with frequent on the job injuries often have plans in place for you if you have been hurt at the workplace. Some may even cover the cost for occupational physical therapy treatments .

At Evolve, we can work with you and your employer to help get you back on the job as soon as possible.

To learn more about our occupational therapy services, don’t hesitate to give us a call today- 1-718-258-3300

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Brooklyn’s Premier Holistic Physical Therapy Clinics in NYC

Evolve Physical Therapy treatment programs- active release therapy, Parkinsons disease boxing training, running and gait physical therapy, pediatric and adolescent physical therapy, Schroth Method for scoliosis, hand physical therapies, TMJ therapy, soft tissue therapy, injury prevention therapy, manual physical therapies for different parts of the body, suffers from neck tension, muscle tightness, tight calf muscles, post surgery recovery and care, carpal tunnel, pre-hab physical therapy, occupational physical therapy programs, aquatic physical therapy, pain management, spine programs, sports physical therapy, return to work programs, and much more.

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NBC Nightly News Covers Rock Steady Boxing at Evolve NY Physical Therapy

Evolve NY Hosts Rocksteady Parkinsons Boxing, Tapped for NBC Nightly News TV Section; Set to Air Oct. 20, 2018 6:30p.m.

Dynamic Physical Therapy Network in NYC, EvolveNY, Adds Special Boxing Training Program for People Living With Parkinson's Disease; Receives Recognition in form of section on NBC Nightly News Oct 20th, 2018 at approximately 6:30-6:45 pm.

Evolve NY Physical Therapy has had Certified Physical Therapists in NYC treating patients with conditions such as Parkinson’s Disease for over 25 years. As such, Evolve Physical Therapy has proudly partnered with Rock Steady Boxing at the beginning of 2018 to provide a one of a kind exercise program based on the training regiment of professional boxers at their Brooklyn, NY location that is specifically aimed at treating people suffering from Parkinson’s Disease.

What is Rock Steady Boxing?

Rock Steady Boxing (RSB) is a unique exercise program that adapts pro boxing techniques for people with Parkinson’s disease and has helped thousands of people across the country regain strength, mobility and hope.

Lock in Your Position at Evolve NY’s Rock Steady Boxing Class Today!

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What is Parkinson’s Disease?

Parkinson's disease (PD) is a long-term degenerative disorder of the central nervous system that mainly affects the movement.  Common symptoms include tremors, rigid movements, slurred speech, and slowing of movement that can make a simple task like getting out of chair frustratingly time-consuming.

The statistics from the Parkinson’s Foundation are staggering:

• Nearly one million will be living with Parkinson's disease (PD) in the U.S. by 2020, which is more than the combined number of people diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy and Lou Gehrig's disease (or Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis)

• Approximately 60,000 Americans are diagnosed with PD each year.

• More than 10 million people worldwide are living with PD.

• The incidence of Parkinson’s disease increases with age, but an estimated four percent of people with PD are diagnosed before age 50.

• Men are 1.5 times more likely to have Parkinson's disease than women.

Why Rock Steady Boxing at Evolve NY?

It is estimated that 1-1.5 million Americans have Parkinson’s disease, with as many as 60 thousand new cases being diagnosed each year. The Rock Steady Boxing program provides an opportunity to drastically improve physical condition, mobility, renewed hope, quality of life, and also adds the sense of community for people living with Parkinson’s disease.

NBC Nightly News will air the Evolve NY and Rock Steady Boxing Section on Saturday,  October 20th at or around 6:30-6:45 p.m.

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Rock Steady Boxing at Evolve NY

For more information on Evolve NY and Rock Steady Boxing Classes for People Living With Parkinson’s Disease, please visit- https://www.evolveny.com/rsb

Evolve NY Rock Steady Boxing Class Information:

Location: 3319 Avenue N  Brooklyn, NY 11234  

Class Times/ Rate: Tuesday / Thursdays 10:30-12:00pm or  3:00-4:00 PM
                                 Sunday 1:00-2:00    

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About EvolveNY-

Evolve NY Physical Therapy- NYC's Premier Holistic Physical Therapy Clinics in NYC.

Proudly serving residents in Brooklyn, NY; with patients seeking high quality, personable, and professional physical therapy services from all over NYC, Manhattan, Bronx, Queens, Staten Island, Long Island.

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Is Active Release Therapy Right For Me?

Active release technique (ART) is a popular treatment method used to improve range of motion and flexibility and help correct soft tissue restriction. It's one of the fastest growing treatment methods in physical therapy and sports rehab practices today. Active Release Therapy provides practitioners with an effective tool to help treat muscular pain syndromes and stiffness, therefore improving athletic performance. Elite athletes around the world understand the benefits of regular ART sessions and oftentimes rely on them to help combat the day-to-day aches and pains associated with the repetitive stresses of sport. It can also be a solid treatment option for the average joe who enjoys physical activity but suffers from feelings of tightness and pain associated with exercise.

Where to Find Certified Active Release Technique Providers?

The medical providers who typically achieve certification in ART treatment are chiropractors, physical therapists, physicians and massage therapists.  Finding a practitioner who uses ART as part of their toolbox is as simple as searching “active release therapy near me” or “active release technique Brooklyn, NY” via google. Here you will find a list of the certified practitioners in your area and where to find them.

How do I know if I can benefit from Active Release Therapy?

Some of the signs that you may benefit from ART treatment include stiffness in the elbow, neck, hands, knees, ankles, shoulders, or lower/mid back. You may also be a good candidate for this type of treatment if you experience difficulty performing exercises, have painful or swollen joints, demonstrate limited range of motion, or have the sensation of tight muscles. Many musculoskeletal disorders can be improved with the use of ART therapy. It would be beneficial to schedule a consultation with your nearest physical therapist to find out if you are a good candidate for this treatment.

How Does Active Release Therapy Work?

The aim of ART treatment is to “break up” or loosen thickened scar tissue that forms adhesions to the surrounding soft tissue. It can also be used to help prevent scar tissue formation. Thickened scars and soft tissue adhesions limit joint range of motion causing muscular tension and pain. The physiological purpose of these adhesions is to stabilize an injured body region by generating stiffness in the surrounding tissues. The problem here is that immobilization is usually not the right way to approach the soft tissue injury as it may lead to an increase in pressure on the joint itself. As a result, nerves may become trapped between layers of restricted  muscle, fascia, and skin. This tension usually leads to pain and loss of muscle function/performance. ART therapy uses mobilization techniques to reverse this process and help improve mobility. The treatment itself is not typically a pleasurable experience, however most people are able to overlook this because of the relief they tend to feel afterwards.

What Are the Benefits of Active Release Therapy?

There are many potential benefits of receiving ART treatment including increased flexibility, improved range of motion optimal muscle function, and reduced pain levels.

Increased Flexibility/Range of Motion – This is accomplished by producing relaxation of the muscles and reducing any adhesions that may be found. This is especially beneficial for people who sit at a desk all day at work and feel resultant discomfort or for people who are very active during their work day and experience symptoms of muscle overactivity. Improving flexibility and range of motion will lead to improved athletic performance and decreased pain/discomfort while performing activities of daily living.

Improvements in chronic pain – Chronic pain is considered one of the main sources of dysfunction in older adults and well as people in their 20’s and 30’s. Although significant variation exists among specific diagnoses, one of the main hallmarks of chronic pain is inflammation, which can be soothed using ART techniques.

Performance enhancement– ART promotes quicker muscle recovery, thus decreasing soreness and the rest time required between training sessions or competition. For this reason, It is one of the most popular recovery tools utilized by elite athletes today. It improves blood flow to working muscles and injury sites which will help decrease pain and speed up the healing process. Enhancing your range of motion will also allow you to to move more freely and through a more natural trajectory at the joints involved.

Injury Prevention- ART helps restore normal muscle function and decreases strain on joints, which may help prevent injury during physical activity and normal daily tasks like bending down and lifting. Many athletes utilize this treatment to help upkeep their bodies during the season and prepare it for the upcoming season. By preventing the laying down of scar tissue, we are preventing adhesion formation and therefore

What sets ART apart from other soft tissue treatments?

ART is an aggressive soft tissue modality that utilizes a combination of manual pressure/massage with active movement from the patient. This combination of therapies is effective in treating soft tissue adhesions, myofascial trigger points, and joint pain. People who receive ART treatment report significant improvements in stiffness, flexibility, pain, tenderness, recovery, and performance as compared to massage on its own.

What can I expect out of Active Release Therapy?

Since ART is a very precise form of treatment, it can sometimes feel painful or overly aggressive. It's important to be thoroughly examined by your physician or physical therapist before you begin this type of treatment to ensure that you are a good candidate. Some people may experience significant improvements after just one ART session, but everyone’s body will respond differently to the onset of this treatment. Experiencing mild pain and soreness after a treatment session is normal in the beginning, however your body will eventually adapt to this pressure as time goes on. If you are feeling severe pain during treatment, please let your healthcare practitioner know, however moderate discomfort is normal. Please note that healthcare providers who utilize ART treatment should be certified in the use of active release techniques.

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