Our Therapists Will Give You a Leg Up
Critical to your independence and quality of life, your legs, ankles, and feet are some of the most abused thanks to New Yorkers' "walking city" reality. Our therapists can help you get back on your feet and feeling great.
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Located in Manhattan's Union Square, NYC
From standing in line at your favorite coffee shop to running the NYC Marathon, good foot mechanics can be a challenge in a city like New York.
Your feet never get a break (face it, you never land a seat on the subway during rush hour)!
As a moving foundation for the body, the foot's ability to bear weight correctly is indispensable for a healthy muscular balance of your whole leg. When treating conditions of the foot and ankle, our therapists look at the whole leg to ensure proper loading for efficient gait.
Legs, Feet & Ankles Conditions
Arthritis
Arthritis in lower extremity injuries can be painful and difficult for patients, especially in NYC where they are constantly on their feet. We work to lower the pain and increase the flexibility of the joints through controlled exercises and different manual therapy techniques.
Fractures (Traumatic & Stress)
Fractures and traumatic injuries are often very difficult injuries and require the patient to work hard to meet physical therapy goals. We treat post operative fractures as singular injuries and develop treatment plans according to protocols set by the orthopedist surgeon.
Muscle Tear or Strain
There are different levels of muscle strains and tears, and while they all have similar rehabilitative goals, at JFPT we take a holistic approach to each individual injury. Our team conducts a comprehensive evaluation of the patient's injury history, biomechanics and lifestyle.
Tendinitis
Tendinitis in the lower extremities is usually caused by poor mechanics and overuse of the area affected. It is important to rest and avoid all painful activities to reduce swelling. A comprehensive exercise program along with postural reeducation will be prescribed.
Bursitis
We work to reduce swelling, and improve range of motion of the area to prevent further irritation and inflammation. Our team of therapists and trainers will work to relieve stiffness, and improve muscular deficiencies and pain.
Gait Disorder
There are many factors to consider when treating gait disorders. Typically, there is an underlying condition prompting gait disorder such as: neuro, vestibular or muscular imbalances. We design a comprehensive treatment plan that emphasizes muscular and vestibular re-education.
Myofascial Pain Syndrome
Myofascial pain syndrome, also known as muscle soreness or tightness, has different levels of pain. When treating muscle soreness in the leg, ankle and foot we focus on first controlling symptoms with different manual therapy techniques.
Repetitive Strain Injury
Treating repetitive strain injuries in the lower extremities is a challenge in the city that never sleeps. At James Fowler PT we encourage healing through different manual therapies, modalities and a customized training program.
Dislocation & Instability
Dislocations are caused as a result of excessive range of motion and lack of stability and strength surrounding the joint. At JFPT our team works on building a custom plan of care to return the patient safely to normal activity.
Ligament Tear
Ligament tears often require surgery and a strict physical therapy regiment after the procedure. At James Fowler PT we follow the surgeon's post-op protocols closely and work as a team with the orthopedist to meet goals.
Nerve Entrapment
When treating nerve entrapment we often factor full biomechanics to ensure we get to the root of the problem. Flexibility and strength of the muscles affected are an important part of the treatment to reduce pressure to the nerve.
Sports Technique Rehabilitation
Sports technique rehabilitation for lower extremity injuries is the last step in the recovery process for an athlete. We work to improve strength, range of motion, balance and endurance so the athlete can re-enter their sport stronger.
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