Flex Physical Therapy, New York, NY (2026)

12/18/2019

This is Certified Hand Therapist and OT Madison. She uses cupping as one tool to support patient’s healing and recovery. People think she’s cool. People think cupping is cool. People are correct. 💫
There’s also science behind both these thoughts.
1. Madison is extraordinarily skilled in the treatment of upper extremities (shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand).
2. When used strategically, cupping is very effective. 💫
In the case pictured, Madison utilized the method for a patient with ulnar nerve compression exhibiting symptoms and getting pain all the way into his hand. The cups increase blood flow, decompress the area around the nerve, and restructure the fascia....all very cool! 💫

12/17/2019

features Dr. Colleen demonstrating dynamic exercise (with me saying 💁🏻‍♀️ in the background!). 💫
Many activities & sports we participate in need stability with lateral (side to side) movements. This exercise provides strength and stability to the inside and outside of the legs along with reinforcing balance. 💫
It is a seemingly SIMPLE but MIGHTY (my favorite kind ♥️) exercise - solid cross training exercise for running; or to improve turns on the slopes, and the list goes on. 💫
It’s important to note, there’s remarkable thoughtfulness and strategy in the exercises prescribed by your Flex Doctor of Physical Therapy. In addition to using your own body as its best tool (no gimmicks or fad equipment): and considering which body part to target (which isn’t always the one presenting the symptom); we also identify whether the exercise should be passive or active; tightening or relaxing, etc. It’s critical to see a PT who approaches healing in this way to ensure long lasting and complete results.💫

12/12/2019

When you come to Flex, it’s a given that your Doctor of Physical Therapy will be by YOUR side to design a custom plan for YOUR needs targeting YOUR goals; assess/adjust as needed; and cheer YOU on. ♥️
On Thursday we feature Dr. Lauralee and patient working on single leg dead lifts to improve dynamic stability and hamstring strength. 💙
Feel seen/heard/your best. No gimmicks, lots of heart.

12/09/2019

When winter hits, I find it helpful to embrace the season’s strengths. This looks like rocking cozy hats; practicing snow cannonballs; and supporting my family’s love of skiing (I’ll be cheering them on from the bottom of the mountain!). 🌬❄️
Check out Dr. Joel’s tips on ensuring your ski boots fit properly. Drop a note 👇🏼 if you have any specific questions on this topic. It’s one of his areas of expertise and his love for it is so grand, I can fairly easily get him in front of the camera to speak about it! 😂🎉. .

12/09/2019

When winter hits, I find it helpful to embrace the season’s strengths. This looks like rocking cozy hats; practicing snow cannonballs; and supporting my family’s love of skiing (I’ll be cheering them on from the bottom of the mountain!). 🌬❄️
Check out Dr. Joel’s tips on ensuring your ski boots fit properly. Drop a note 👇🏼 if you have any specific questions on this topic. It’s one of his areas of expertise and his love for it is so grand, I can fairly easily get him in front of the camera to speak about it! 😂🎉.

12/03/2019

Happy 🎉 Its also so we’ve got something for you!
Did you know posture can impact the likelihood of certain types of headaches? Dr. Maria reports from the awesome interiors of Flex Midtown West to bring tips on ways to avoid this unfortunate reality. ✨
This information is intended for educational purposes only and does not take the place of medical advice or treatment from your personal physical therapist. If you need one, call us!

12/02/2019

comes courtesy of Dr. Stephen in form from the conference a few weeks back in Chicago where he responded to the question: “How do you do it?” (research, present, teach, practice, treat). 💫
In true healer fashion, his reply? “...because we have to...hopefully, we can maybe make the world a little bit of a better place...maybe help people treat patients a little better...”💫
The call to help others is a powerful one and we are inspired by his. ✨

11/22/2019

FOUNDER FOCUS style. This is Robert Giffin. He is Dr. Joel’s paternal grandfather, and one could argue a reason for Flex.
Apart from their:
- uncanny resemblance (genetics are 🤯)
- admiration for tough self sufficient broads with J names 🤗
- subtle but nonetheless impactful charm
They have entrepreneurship in common. Robert started his own architecture firm with his wife Joanne managing the behind the scenes (books, dreams, deadlines).
It’s nearly impossible to drive through Curwensville, PA (near the Nittany Lions) without encountering a building he designed.
When it came time to take chance, risk, roll the dice we always considered what Joel’s grandparents would do or say. They’ve since passed but their spirit lives on in us and Flex.
And at the forefront is our founding principle: do the right thing. When we do the right thing, we trust things will work out right. Because, after all it was the right thing to do. 😍 We are 3rd generation no gimmicks, lots of heart.

11/21/2019

With the recent much-needed attention turning towards ergonomics in the office, we are receiving a lot of questions about how to stay more active during a long workday when much of the job requires sitting at a desk. Here Dr. Chris demonstrates a fantastic, quick and effective method for doing just that.
I love the way our practitioners rely on the most state of the art and highest rated tool out there…Our bodies 😊
This information is intended for educational purposes only and does not take the place of medical advice or treatment from your personal physical therapist. If you need one, call us!

11/19/2019

M is for Monday and motivation and memories and miles and Modest Mouse.
Last night, Joel and I FaceTimed with our very dear friend. She is a soul sister. I knew her in a past life. I’ll know her in the next one. No matter how many miles apart, or how long it’s been since the radio played Float On our friendship is peas and carrots, peas and pods, peas (✌🏼) and love.
She listened on with patience and care the way she always does (whether I’m talking about a tough moment, a new shoe or Joel’s chiming in from the background) when we shared unsolicited advice to alleviate her hip and lower back pain.
The tip is: it can be helpful to do trigger point release and roll out the glutes to decrease hip and or low back pain. This can be done with a trigger point ball or lacrosse or tennis ball. Swipe 👉🏼 to see Dr. Joel demo.
The motivation is: our friendship. Happy Monday! May you know you deserve to be loved unconditionally; across miles, decades, lives; and for free. ♥️
@ New York, New York

11/14/2019

This please remember once the race is over, the journey isn’t complete! It’s important to choose PT to ensure proper stretching; maximize muscle mobility; and address any imbalances. 🕺🏼
When in doubt, see a PT! We don’t bite...in fact, we are totally non-invasive AND can support you through accurate diagnosis and assessment. We look at the WHOLE system, and can shed light on what messages yours is sending. 🌟

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