Spear Physical Therapy

01/14/2026

Clinical Directors Michael Santo, PT, DPT, and Michelle Rooney, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS are here with their Long Island hot takes!

They’re running through the best beaches, the worst traffic spots, and sharing a few go-to favorites around the island. This is the kind of knowledge you only get from true LI locals.

You'll find them leading our newest Spear locations in Rockville Centre (Michael) and Bellmore (Michelle), now open and joining our Great Neck and Garden City clinics.

01/01/2026

All Spear locations will be closed on New Year’s Day. We’ll reopen tomorrow, January 2, with normal business hours.

Cheers to a healthy, strong start to the New Year. We look forward to moving with you in the year ahead!

12/31/2025

The Spear team is closing out 2025 with full hearts and so much gratitude. We loved every second: the milestones we reached, the communities we showed up for, the moments of growth, and the people who made it all meaningful. Thank you for being part of this journey with us, for trusting us, and for moving alongside us every step of the way.

Cheers to 2026 and everything still to come! We can’t wait to see what the next chapter brings. 🎉

12/25/2025

All Spear locations will be closed today in observance of Christmas Day. We’ll resume normal business hours tomorrow, December 26th.

Wishing you a warm, peaceful holiday filled with rest, joy, and time with loved ones.

12/12/2025

We're closed this afternoon for an internal event, but we look forward to seeing you at our locations when regular hours resume tomorrow, December 13.

12/04/2025

A week later and we’re still dreaming about turkey...and trotting.

Our Spear teams were out in Westchester, Garden City, Stuy Town, and Hoboken on Thanksgiving morning, cheering runners on and sharing recovery tips to keep everyone moving strong right up until it was time to carve the turkey and load up their plates.

Nothing beats starting the holiday with this kind of energy and community. Thanks to everyone who stopped by, stretched with us, said hello, or raced past with a smile. We’ll see you at next year's Turkey Trot starting lines! 🦃🍂

12/02/2025

We officially cut the ribbon at Spear Clinton Hill – Fulton St, a milestone shaped by the people who helped this clinic grow from its very first day. Clinical Director Dylan Pearce, PT, DPT, CSCS, shared how meaningful this moment was:

“Opening this location has been one of the most meaningful experiences of my career. We started with just one therapist working 13-hour shifts, and in under nine months, we’ve grown into a team of 13. That growth happened because of the people standing next to me.
My colleague Derek Lee, PT, DPT, has been a mentor I couldn’t have reached this point without. My wife, Karen, helped build this clinic piece by piece (literally), from assembling furniture to accompanying me on marketing runs around the neighborhood before we opened. And Alliah Cameron, our Lead Care Coordinator, has been here since day one, shaping the culture of this space and making it feel like home for every person who walks through the door.
We ended the night at a painting class, which felt fitting since this clinic has truly been a team creation. I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve built and grateful to serve the Clinton Hill community.”

Come visit us at 990 Fulton Street and let's keep moving, Brooklyn!

11/27/2025

Our locations are closed today for the holiday, and we’ll resume regular business hours tomorrow, November 28.

On this day of gratitude, we’re especially thankful for the people who make Spear what it is: our teams, our communities, and every person who trusts us with their care.

Thank you for letting us be a part of your movement and your moments of progress. We’re honored to support you and grateful for the strength, heart, and resilience you bring into our spaces every day.

Wishing you and your loved ones a healthy and restorative Thanksgiving.

— The Spear Physical & Occupational Therapy Team

11/19/2025

We’re proud to share these timely and poignant words written by our CEO & Co-Founder, Dan Rootenberg, for the Alliance for Physical Therapy Quality and Innovation blog.

In his article, Dan highlights how rising H-1B visa fees could deepen the nationwide shortage of physical and occupational therapists and underscores the vital role internationally trained clinicians play in maintaining access to high-quality care. Their expertise, cultural perspective, and compassion make a meaningful impact in the communities they serve, including here at Spear.

Thank you to APTQI for elevating this important conversation.
Read Dan’s full piece here:

By: Dan Rootenberg From rural clinics to urban outpatient rehabilitation centers, physical therapy practices nationwide, and indeed many medical professions, are doing their best to recruit and retain the skilled clinicians needed to meet increasingly rising demand for the hands-on care we provide.....

11/17/2025

We officially cut the ribbon at our new Bayside - 41st Ave location, and the celebration showcased the heart and pride that define this neighborhood.

Clinical Director Vivek Sukumaran, PT, DPT, TPI Level 2, shared heartfelt remarks about his parents’ immigrant journey to New York and even brought together three generations of his family to witness this milestone. He spoke about the deep sense of belonging he’s found in Bayside, a place where people welcome others with open arms and show up for one another. That spirit is exactly why Spear feels so connected to this community. Bayside is a place where generations lift each other up, where families create roots and memories — and we’re truly honored to be woven into that story.

We’re grateful to everyone who joined us to mark the occasion, including Assemblyman Edward Braunstein, Congresswoman Grace Meng, and the office of Congressman Thomas Suozzi. A huge thank you to the Queens Chamber of Commerce, Bayside Business Association, Bayside Little League, and members of the Small Business Bureau for attending and for your unwavering support. Thank you for celebrating alongside our team.

Cheers to growing with this community and continuing to serve Bayside with heart!

11/05/2025

There’s nothing quite like marathon weekend in New York City.

From the moment the expo doors opened to the final finisher crossing the line, the energy was electric, and we were honored to be part of it.

At the TCS NYC Marathon Expo, our team kept runners race-ready with hands-on treatment, recovery tips, and gear to help them stay strong through 26.2 miles and beyond.

On race day, we welcomed finishers just blocks from Central Park at our brand-new Spear Sports Club for a post-race cooldown filled with stretching, hydration, snacks, and well-deserved recovery time.

To every runner who trained, showed up, and powered through one of the greatest races in the world: congratulations. Your grit, passion, and perseverance embody the spirit of this city...and inspire everything we do.

10/29/2025

Pelvic floor health? It’s for everyone.

Join us in person at the T.E.A.L. Community Center on Friday, November 7, at 7 pm for a free workshop led by Spear pelvic floor specialist, Luci Calvi, PT, DPT, PCES.

You'll learn the basics of your pelvic floor, how it supports your body, and exercises you can start doing right away. Space is limited, so register here: https://telleveryamazinglady.org/event/pelvic-floor-workshop/