Reviews of ActiveCare Physical Therapy, PC at Best Physical Therapist NYC (Physiotherapist)

Nayna Mehta

A thorough professional, who is very good with her analysis. She is helpful and has always given the best advice. Would surely recommend her. Have visited her in New York as well as in Mumbai and both the clinics were up to the mark.

Nate Mandel

Karena and the Active PT staff are really dedicated to providing the highest quality of service and individual attention that I've encountered in NYC. Not only that, they were willing to work with me to find a payment plan that fit my budget. It feels like a family there and they treat each patient with an overall holistic approach to solving whatever problem you may have. From ACL rehab to a minor shoulder injury, they have been an excellent PT center for me over the past few years.

Stephen Liu

I am 5 week post ACL reconstruction, 2 weeks after surgery I started physical therapy with karena, my leg was swollen and in pain. In the expert hands of karena, the pain is gone, swelling is minimal and range of motion almost back. Karena and her staff is very good at listening to how my knee is responding, when to push it and when to hold me back from damaging the knee. I feel like she'll get me back to sport sooner and stronger.

Amir Agai

Karena is super knowledgeable and professional. She helped me with my vertigo through in one session. I knew I was in good hands from the very beginning of the session.

John Burnell

If I could give 6 stars I would. Karena is by far the most knowledgeable PT I have worked with (and I have worked with a bunch in NYC and Ldn who are involved with elite sports teams). The environment is very welcoming and the ethos of the practice ensures all are striving for excellence while using progressive, cutting edge techniques. Not only are they excellent as PTs but they make sure all patients concerns are dealt with in a friendly and fun way!

Daniel Miller

I highly recommend ActiveCare Physical Therapy. After one bad experience at another PT clinic I was glad to come across Google reviews for ACPT. I had shoulder surgery and I needed some serious PT to help me recover and gain my flexibility back. ACPT was highly supportive, helpful and was there for me all the way though my recovery. What an improvement! I am still doing my homework and I thank every day I found this amazing team!

Tisha ioli

As if ActiveCare isn't amazing enough, along comes Kelly Picciurro, a super smart, super knowledgeable physical therapist who has a kind heart and a warm smile. She will carve out a PT session just for you, pay close attention to your concerns and evaluate your progress, all while making you feel totally comfortable and cared for! When my symptoms disappeared, she literally had to push me out the door!

francois morisson

Unfortunately, I needed to see a physical therapist after a big accident and 2 surgeries on my leg... Consequently, I knew Karena Wu as she had already taken care of my injured hand. I work with my hands and stay on my feet all day so it was important to be back on track fast. At ActiveCare Physical Therapy, the treatment received was exceptional, utmost professional yet very comfortable and friendly. Their programs are adapted to your needs and obviously very efficient as I went back to normal faster then the doctors expected. I strongly recommend ActiveCare Physical Therapy for your needs whether its for rehabilitation or pain managment.

D Cohn

I went to Dr. Wu for BPPV. The doc was so kind and treated me with expert care. I did not wait long and her treatment had great results. No I was not instantly cured but I had other issues I am aware of. I will definitely go back if I need further treatment and highly recommend the doc.

Ryan Sieverson

After a devastating knee fracture I thought I may never walk again; or at least not well. The care I received from the team at ActiveCare, and especially Dr. Wu, was phenomenal. They recognized both my emotional as well as my physical state. I was pushed, gently, to achieve range of motion, and ultimately recovery. I can now walk without a noticeable limp, or even much change to my gait. My pain is all-but gone. I could not be happier with the result, and could not be happier with the treatment I received.

Chris Cobb

Karena and company are the bomb! I had a total ACL reconstruction and after months of rehab with another PT I just wasn't feeling the way I thought I should in terms of strength and mobility. I then visited Karena and was taken on a completely different path of rehab and just two months later, my knee was feeling stronger than ever! I am now back playing hockey and tennis with more confidence than ever in my body. Thanks Karena for not making me not have to take up golf just yet! :-) YOU ROCK!

Justin

Awesome experience - I'm well recovered and feel strong. Professional environment and the therapists introduced me to methods I was not familiar with

Hao xue Bai

Great Great place to rehab and get back on your feet after an injury. ActiveCare PT provided me with great attention and service after I tore my ACL and I can't be more pleased with the results. Rebecca was my therapist and she is very knowledgeable and energetic. She challenged me with plenty of different variety of exercises each session, while also incorporating different styles of medicine and rehab techniques ( Cupping treatment, Ultrasound, Kinesio Taping). The Facility is very spacious and recently during my time there, they have expanded the space even further. Finally, they are very flexible and will work with you to make your schedule work whether it is early in the morning or later at night after work.

Maureen Berman

In early March 2016, I was diagnosed with BPPV -- a debilitating type of vertigo that created dizziness, affected my balance, and made it impossible for me to function in daily life. I was lucky to be referred to Karena Wu, who has expertise in treating BPPV. During our sessions, she displayed great knowledge of the symptoms and treatment of BPPV. Perhaps even more significantly, she also demonstrated caring and concern for my physical and emotional well-being during a difficult time. After several hands-on sessions, coupled with recommendations for at-home exercises, I am now free of dizziness and am able to carry on with normal activities. Karena is a dedicated practitioner who distinguishes herself by a unique combination of her patient-focused orientation, knowledge and caring attitude. I would recommend her enthusiastically.

Natan Milgram

Karena and her staff all excellent.

Samir Shekeba

ActiveCare PT is an amazing physical therapy office. Their PTs are knowledgeable and caring.

Kenneth Campo

After suffering a knee injury my goal was to get back to normal as quickly as possible. As a doctor who spends a lot of time on his feet and who is very active exercising and playing sports this is extremely important to me. Karena was able get me back out there. Her knowledge and understanding are outstanding and I would highly recommend her to anyone.

Iris Yung

I was referred to ActiveCare by an orthopedist after a bad accident last year that left me with mild but constant neck and shoulder pains. I saw Monique for 8 months but within 2 months, I felt a significant difference in my mobility. A few months after, I came back for post-surgery treatment on my left elbow with Rebecca and Natalia. Everyone is incredibly knowledgeable, caring, and personable. They would apply a personalized treatment each time but more importantly, they made sure I was comfortable. After each session, I would spend a few minutes to complete a series of exercises with assistants Patrice, Priyanka, Justin, and Alexis, all of whom are friendly and hardworking. It is very easy to schedule appointments and on the first visit, James, the office manager, walked me through each step of the paperwork and made sure all my questions were answered. The front desk is beyond organized and overall, a well-oiled machine. The entire staff is patient and professional, the facilities are clean, and the care is personal.

Karen Erasmus

I found Karina's practice via google in a desperate attempt to fix my 4 year old shoulder pain. I've been suffering for more than 4 years. Been in and out of pain management, PT, steroids and acupuncture. From the beginning Karina knew my concerns and aim. After a couple of weeks of PT not working effectively, she recommended I see a surgeon. I had my own in mind, but he also recommended hers. After evaluating both, I opted to go with hers. Good choice! I scheduled surgery in April 2016. She asked whether she could observe and mentioned that she has done this before with certain cases. I guess it's because her PT didn't work and probably wanted to find out what actually was the reason and will know how to treat the recovery going forward. She was there for my 7:30 AM surgery, stayed till the end. It helped that she was there because she knew what was wrong. Speaking about going above and beyond, she definitely did. I think the most positive experience is that Karina was constantly looking for new methods to get me fixed up and is always available to provide support. The one-on-one hands-on attention is so refreshing. The individual attention makes it easier to address the problems and have discussions on treatment options. The only draw back was she was in such high demand and always traveling. I was left in the hands of her other capable PTs. She was upfront about recovery times, what was expected and a treatment plan. My last phase of recovery was interrupted with a trip abroad. She provided me with the necessary tools to keep on recovering. She checked in till the end. She was spot on how long it would take for recovery, have full ROM, strength, functionality and healing - 8 months. It was a tough road, but I'm glad I pushed through. Training for the NYC Marathon already. I'd definitely recommend this modern PT place and Karina and her staff. Very professional and worked with my insurance plan.

M. Can Fidan

They make you feel like a family. Everyone knows your name, your pt program and try to assist you from day one. Very professionally managed and still have that personal touch - literally.

Brogan Dinger

Karena was amazing with my 12 year old sons patella tendinitis. She made him enjoy going to physical therapy. He has a very busy schedule and she really worked around him. I highly recommend her.

Sam Israel

As a enthousiast amateur ballet dancer, living in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, I need regular maintenance of my body, especially my right shoulder, my weakest part. So I have quite some experience in undergoing massage and physical therapy. So, when coming to NYC for a visit of ten days, January 2013, where I took ballet classes every day, I tried Karena Wu, at ActiveCare Physical Therapy. As shoulderproblems are usually connected with other parts of the body, as the spine and ribs, she massaged sufficient vigourously the shoulder and she worked also on these other parts, with other techniques, while regularly checking in between, if the movements of my right arm improved. So, she has a holistic approach. Not to forget to mention that she was available at the end of the same day that I called her, after a already full scheme. So I definitely recommend her. NYC , 25 January 2013

Meg Sudlik

I've been to Active Care Physical Therapy several times now for different issues. The first couple times I worked with Karena Wu and she is amazing! This last time I worked with Rob Fluegel and he was also top notch. (BTW official physical therapist for the US ski team!) The work done as well as the exercises were incredible. Each time my issue was addressed and completely solved. They also have a really great staff who are helpful and professional - and every appointment I attended was on time. I would never go anywhere else and I HIGHLY recommend Active care. They are fantastic people who run the most professional effective business.

Anders Wykow Hansen

I felt very welcome and taken care of by both Rob and Noel and the assistants. They were quick to pinpoint the problems I had and after a good month I was actually told that I might be better off doing the exercises I had learnt there at home. It was definitely a good experience coming there - pleasant and professional ambience and clean and new equipment.

stephanie sloane

A good experience in a relaxed atmosphere. Himani & David helped me work thru my plantar fasciitis.

Khawla Rashed

The lady who answered me was sooooo rude and unhelpful.. I called to have an appointment but it won't happened because of this rude woman.. Most of people will do the same if you guys keep her

Luisa Darrow

The entire team at Active Care Physical Therapy is top notch! I came in with extreme lower back pain and trouble with my piriformis muscle (that I have been dealing with for years and have been treated for at another practice with no relief). I worked with Himani who is so knowledgeable, attentive, and all around awesome!! I am so grateful for my experience here and cannot recommend them enough!

Laurie Wohl

I have been going to Karena and other therapists in the practice over many years for a variety of issues. They are very creative in their approach, taking time to figure out the particular problem and explain it clearly to you.,They do a great job at helping you through your rehabilitation. I particularly like their emphasis on hands-on work. I highly recommend the practice

Kunal Motiwala

ACPT is an amazing place! Staff is awesome, specially James and Eric, who have always helped with appointment scheduling and all the administrative work. I was treated by Brian and Himani, and they were both really good. Almost as if they had x-rays machines in their eyes. Knew exactly where the root problem was and treated it gradually, without any rush. Will be thanful to both always. Highly recommend this place.

Cian O'Dowd

Dr Kelly Picciurro is a miracle worker. I came in with severe neck and back pain. She listened attentively and had it fully resolved in a matter of minutes. Reception and office staff were professional and polite. Highly recommended.

Troy Gaskin

I came to Karena about 2 months ago with a significant back problem I understand that it was a sciatic nerve episode. She was able to immediately diagnose what was the problem and work on the spot to alleviate my significant pain. Words cannot really describe how much better I felt after just one visit. I have been going to her office about twice a week for the past 2 months and am significantly better now. Her staff is amazing. I know that I am in good hands when I am at her office. In highly recommend her and her staff if you have some issues relating to pain or rehab of an injury.

Magden Martin

Karena and her team have been amazing! Karena and ActiveCare Physical Therapy were highly recommended by my doctor at the Hospital for Special Surgery and now I know why. They are all professional and the treatment was excellent. The whole team is great to work with and it is a friendly and comfortable environment. I would recommend Karena to all my friends and family! I've had a hip injury (torn labrum) and don't know what I would have done without Karena's help!

Ben Hansen

Post-shoulder surgery rehab from June-December 2013. Great experience. Nice staff, good space, and overall great result. Worked with Joe and can't say enough good things about him. I hope I don't NEED physical therapy down the line, but if I do, Karena will be my first call.

steph wachtel

There is no place better than Active Physical Therapy!! I developed a chronic back problem. My PT Dr. Kelly Picciurro never gave up on me. She is the BEST!! Dr. Kelly and the facility have all state of the art equipment and are up to date on the newest techniques. The staff was always kind and supportive! The great news is not only am I pain free but I am able to actively participate in Soul Cycle and Boot Camp! Thank you for everything Dr. Kelly!!

Loha Raphael

ActiveCare Physical Therapy is wonderful. After I injured my back, I went to a different physical therapy office and didn't receive the one-on-one approach I needed. I wasn't getting better and was often seen by 2 or 3 different aides. In my experience, continuity of care with one therapist is a major key to actually healing. Finally, after doing some research I found ActiveCare. Thank goodness because Monique is truly amazing! She's kind, knowledgeable, and took the time to truly listen to what I needed and tailored my care accordingly. For the first time this entire year I am pain free. All the staff is awesome and I can't recommend them enough. Don't walk to ActiveCare run (if you can)!

Joe Cross

Karena and her team at ActiveCare PT could not have been more helpful to me after I recently suffered a touch of vertigo. Upon trying to make an appointment, Karena was only too happy to switch her schedule around and fit me in for treatment. Once Karena performed her magic on me I walked out completely fixed. Karena is a gifted Physical Therapist and I’m only too happy to recommend her services.

Chris LeRoy

What I enjoyed most about my treatment was the level of treatment vs. actual rehab exercise time (which was very helpful in my recovery), and knowledge and professionalism of the PT team and staff. Highly recommend.

Local Locksmith Solutions

Great care from Activecare, Joe is the best.... I Love this place

Karen Simon

Karena asks the right questions. She then analyzes the information to create the best plan, tailored for you. No cookie cutter approaches here. That is the single most important thing to know. I have been to many physical therapists over the years. This is the single most tailored approach I have ever received. And, she gets positive results.

Robert Bank

Thank you to Karenna Wu and her incredible team. Kelly Picciurro is an exceptionally talented physical therapist who took me patiently through the many months of recovering from my shoulder injury. Bobby, who helped me with my exercises, Eric, at the front desk, and James, insurance expert, made every visit a truly special experience.

Rachel Lelonek

About a year ago, I was in a bad accident and sustained severe damage to my shoulder, neck, back and head. After being cleared for PT, I went searching online to find a physical therapist near me and I stumbled upon a diamond in the rough: ActiveCare Physical Therapy. ActiveCare PT truly was a God-sent for me. The staff, physical therapists and PTA’s were truly incredible and provided individualized and thorough treatment for my injuries. Their one-on-one sessions with both the PT’s (shout out to Kelly for being the best and putting up with my constant complaining) and PTA’s (shout out to Winnie and Bobby) made sure I was getting the attention I needed and was able to rehab my injuries back to near 100 percent health (despite some personal setbacks along the way). Without ActiveCare, I would not have been able to return to my normal life from before the accident and I am truly grateful. I recommend ActiveCare to all of my friends and recommend them to every single person reading this!

Christopher Hardison

Karena and her entire staff were highly knowledgeable and professional from start to finish. It was very easy to book appointments based on what worked for my schedule, and every time I showed up everyone was running on time – so no waiting around. Karena thoroughly assessed my shoulder injury and explained to me what the issues were, how best to treat them, and how to prevent them from re-occurring. At each visit I received a full hour of one-on-one attention and left with a customized PT plan to work on at home in order to accelerate my healing. I healed quicker than expected and attribute that to the professionalism and individual attention I received. Highly recommended for any weekend athlete who takes his/her health seriously!

S Moran

I spent 6 weeks at ActiveCare PT under Karena Wu's quality care following foot surgery. Karena was strongly recommended by my foot surgeon and my experience solidifies his referral. Karena possesses excellent diagnostic skills. She is attentive, energetic and very caring. The staff is accommodating, friendly and professional and the ActiveCare environment is welcoming and very clean. It is an excellent model of what a caring physical therapy office should be. Thank you to all who helped in my rehab - Mike, Morgan, Doug, Kelly, Destiny, Natalie & Karena. I highly recommend ActiveCare Physical Therapy and Karena Wu. Look no further.

Brian Mahoney

Karena is an old colleague of mine; I was a personal trainer in the same facility where she served as a physical therapist. I still keep in touch with her, and pick her brain constantly. She KNOWS HER STUFF. I have referred several patients to her, and they have loved the experience. One patient in particular had a very bad accident to his knee, and after seeing Karena he was in here squatting pain-free just weeks later. Besides being a very hip and cool person, she is the best therapist I have ever referred clients to in my 11 years in the business.

M Greene

Karena has very good staff as well. Rob did a great job getting my lower back into competitive tennis mode after a bad fall skating last winter. Her practice is also well versed in dealing with the insurance side of treatment.

Asta Miller

I can't say enough positive things about ActiveCare Physical Therapy. I had hip injury and I was sure I will need surgery but after a few months of physical therapy I am as good as new and running again! It felt great to be in ActiveCare Physical Therapy office the atmosphere is very relaxing, front desk and team very friendly, professional and extremely helpful. PT assistants are knowledgeable and watch to make sure you're doing the exercises right. Wait time no more than 10 minutes. You know how you get to doctors office and you can almost read entire magazine by the time you get called? Not here! You do not get a chance to even see first page of magazine! PTS are very organized and respectful of patient’s time. I always recommend ActiveCare Physical Therapy to my friends and colleagues, and I hope I do not need PT again, but if I do I will only go to ActiceCare Physical Therapy! Thank you ACPT team!!

Jeffrey Stein

I went to Active Care Physical Therapy after a shoulder issue. I went there in hopes of avoiding surgery on my shoulder… which I do not need! After about 20 sessions of physical therapy with Karena and her staff my shoulder is a million times better. I went in not being able to take a jacket off or wash my hair and now I feel great. They have also armed me with the proper tools to stretch if anything ever acts up again. It feels great to be back at the gym and training like I was in the past. Lastly, the office gives an very comforting feel. You do not feel rushed and feel that your issues are important. Its like a little physical therapy community all wanting to help you reach your goals of getting better. No matter who I was working with I felt like I was in great hands. The one on one attention was a huge difference than other practices I have been to. I highly recommend Active Care Physical Therapy.

Sidney Cheng

I was visiting NY and had pinched nerve in the neck that made life miserable. Found Karena Wu on the web and made a couple appointments. She was very approachable and very knowledgeable and tried to explain the condition and the treatment in much details. I was fortunate to have found her clinic and she made my condition much better after three visits to the clinic. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a great Physio Therapist in NYC.

Theresa C

I am a native New Yorker, who has walked all over the city all year round. Last summer, after a great vacation snorkeling in Hawaii, I wanted to become a scuba diver, so I added strength training to my cardio regimen. After a 40-minute stint on the elliptical, I noticed pain and numbness down the back of my right leg. I tried my physician-recommended PT for the sciatica, but the pain just seemed to get worse. By January, I was using a cane to walk five minutes before the muscle spasms would start in my calf and require me to sit for five minutes. In February, my disc herniation was confirmed by MRI, and I was told to rest. I did not need the cane, but I still could not walk a short city block without resting. After trying that for six weeks, I found ActiveCare in late March. Very emotionally, I explained that I wanted to alleviate the pain, but more importantly, I wanted to learn how to exercise through it and try to decrease the likelihood of being incapacitated again. Could they help me? Rebecca Young was my therapist. She was patient, pleasant, encouraging, and knowledgeable. I had been exercising for years, but finally in physical therapy, Rebecca set me on a plan that changed everything, and Justin helped me to go through these exercises and to understand the importance of technique. They were never critical and always supportive and gave me realistic expectations and a realistic timeline for my progress. Following Rebecca's plan of daily stretches and exercises, the muscle spasms stopped. After a few weeks, I resumed strength training, and each week, I've been able to walk further. Although I've been "discharged" from ActiveCare, I continue to follow their plan, and I feel stronger everyday. I don't feel like my life is on hold anymore, and I plan to pursue SCUBA certification next spring. I have recommended ActiveCare to family members and coworkers.

king landesman

Throughout my life I have sustained multiple shoulder injuries by way of sports, or from work. I have received physical therapy prescriptions and have been treated at many physical therapy clinics throughout the city. Active Care Physical Therapy has provided me with the best treatment and care out of all the clinics I have worked with by far. The entire staff is knowledgeable, kind, and considerate. The actual physical therapist's are attentive and knowledgeable. They curate a specific treatment plan for your injury based on your medical needs and personal goals. Throughout the entire healing process. Chutima and Kelly (the two physical therapist's I have worked with) both have been instrumental to my recovery. Each session is different from the last and my treatment and exercises are based on my progress and feedback. The other three sites I have received physical therapy treatment from can not compare to Active Care. Every other site I received Physical Therapy from seemed to treat me based off of a checklist and not my actual progress or response. Active Care is superior in their ability to be so in tune with your injury and whats going on with your body. Thank You Active Care !

Dwayne Smith

Never saw Karena Wu, but I was seen by Rebecca & Monica after tearing my right achilles. Their knowledge and PT improved my life and got me out of my depressing state. I am currently 8 months post surgery and doing much better because of their care and the knowledge they left me with. i will forever be grateful. I got my hops back (vertical leap) and although I am not back at 100% I am sure that with the continued home care that they left me with I will be back to my old self in a few months. I highly recommend their services if you have torn your achilles.

Zeeshan Aziz

Rebecca is a god send! The whole staff is great really. Have been going for the better part of a year now. My issue started with a shoulder injury, that eventually crept up into the neck. If you've ever had neck issues you can relate to the nightmare of an issue that is to deal with . Can't sleep, can't sit, essentially there is no position of comfort. These guys have an awesome staff. I was sensitive about the issue, and they right off the bat made me very comfortable about being there. Happy to report that my neck pain/stiffness have subsided almost completely at this point. However given my extra curricular activities, (I'm a gym rat, intermediate mountain climber etc. ) I've been routinely going to help alleviate soreness/aches, strengthening my shoulders which still aren't close to where I want them to be. So again whatever your specific needs, these guys are well equipped to cater to them.

Kara Marie

I had a great experience at ActiveCare Physical Therapy. The staff is woundeful and very helpful! They really helped me and encouraged me as I healed.

Abbe K

I just finished physical therapy at ActiveCare and could not have asked for a better experience!! In November I had surgery on my elbow. I had a lot of trouble finding a physical therapist who would either take my insurance or work with my insurance. A friend recommended ActiveCare and I can't thank her enough! When I first spoke to Karena over the phone I was pretty much in the middle of a huge meltdown. I had been getting nowhere calling physical therapists for 2 days, my surgeon wanted me in PT immediately, and I couldn't bend my arm. Not only did Karena contact my insurance company and give me a reasonable plan for going to her as an out of network provider, she literally talked me off the ledge and into her office that same day. Once I was there I was seen by Rob Fluegel who is AMAZING!! Let me be clear. He will hurt you!! And when he's done hurting you, you will thank him for it because you will leave the office better than you were when you walked in. Rob took the time to explain everything to me and made me feel completely comfortable with him and 100% sure that he was going to help me get the movement back in my arm and get back to my normal life. He also knew when I needed reassurance that this would happen and that even if I couldn't see it that day, I was progressing and my arm was getting better.

Albina Bilalova

If you are seeking for real professionals than this is the place to be. They are very attentive, great customer service and very knowledgeable doctors. I had low back issue and after every session I felt real relieve and overall feeling so much better now. Prices also very affordable.

Jennifer K

All of the therapists were professional, caring, and helpful! I had therapy for a few months due to minor back pains. The massages and exercises really did wonders and helped my back to heal! Definitely recommend getting physical therapy here!

Omaima Khan

Himani is amazing! I came to her in July with a pinched nerve in my back and posture issues. I came in twice a week for a few months and feel much better than I have in years. The most important part- she pushed me bit by bit for a gradual long term solution, and always checked in about where my pain and comfort level were at. It was challenging but not frightening. All the staff are friendly and knowledgeable, I had Kelly and Karena a couple of times as well and they are so great (and so strong!). The PT assistants and front desk staff and office manager Jose were awesome too. It really feels like a family. The stretches and exercises are supplied to you via email as well. I truly enjoyed my experience there and believe Himani gave me skills that are useful for the rest of my life. Thank you!

Marili Niglas

While shadowing in Karena's physical therapy office for a month, I saw and learned about excellent patient care and communication, different approaches and techniques to take depending on the patients symptoms and history as well as being apart of a fantastic group of people who make the whole physical therapy experience joyful and entertaining. Great set of physical therapists - Rebecca and Monique who I worked with - provide a thorough insight into the injury, its possible causes and the treatment which, first of all, builds confidence and trust in the relationship, second, educates the patient to make an informed decision further down the road. The atmosphere of Karena's office is friendly and easy-going. As a patient this would be the care I would expect to receive and more, and as a prospective physical therapist I would hope to work in a setting this collective and uplifting.

Rob McAndrew

As a competitive athlete, my recovery from shoulder surgery was critical for me to get back to playing the sport I love and dedicate the majority of my free time to practicing, playing, and coaching. ActiveCare and Karena Wu were recommended to me by teammates who were happy with her care. A couple times per week for a few months I came in and worked with Rob Fluegel who was outstanding. The whole staff was very friendly and they saw me through the process from the post-surgery point where I couldn't move my arm at all, all the way until I had full range of motion and strength to start playing volleyball again at a highly competitive level. I would highly recommend the practice to anyone in need of physical therapy.

matt baker

Very incompetent. They really don't know what they are doing here. They will hand you over to assistants to do the exercises. Very overpriced and no benefit. There are much better Therapists in the City than this place.

Farhan Dhalla

I first met Karena Wu in New York city whilst I was at a conference. To my surprise and to my benefit she opened up a practise in Mumbai, India where I was also living and working last year. During that period I needed her professional help and went to her Mumbai location where I was met and treated by Kinjal. The setting and environment was extremely professional and I was very impressed at how the Indian location compared quite highly to North American standards. The staff were all highly knowledgable and helped to resolve my issue. The exercises and treatment were all very helpful. I highly recommend anyone in need of physiotherapy services to seek out the help of ActiveCare in either New York or Mumbai.

Diana Rodin

I had a great experience here. Professional, friendly, effective staff who make sure your questions are answered. Thank you Kelly, Winnie, James, Dominica and everyone else who was so helpful.

James Herbert

PT with a difference: And the difference is simply the staff, and their commitment to making you well again. I started with (Dr) Kinjal Shah, and was very impressed how enthusiastic and energetic she was! After giving me personal attention, Kinjal roamed around the fitness room, like a European traffic cop on a pedestal, her eyes flying over all of us -- and correcting our movements if needed. Her dedication to her craft has recently been rewarded. She is now heading a branch of ActiveCare in Mumbai, which had its celebratory grand opening, with Karena in attendance. Frankly, I would love to find an excuse to go to Mumbai for therapy. Not a likely occurrence. Now I am with Chutima, who exhibits many of the same qualities. I have been to other PT facilities, with mixed results. But nothing like this. They are extremely committed to getting you back in form. And believe me, it makes all the difference in the world. Rea

Zackery Aguilar

Karena Wu is by far the best physical therapist I have ever encountered. Best Physical Therapy NYC does not at all fall short from the treatment they provide. I dislocated my shoulder pretty bad (in my opinion). I was lifting weights at the gym, and doing normal weight. My left arm gave out as I was doing shoulder-press with 65 lb dumbbells, causing my arm to rotate backwards 180degrees. I was in shock that my body would give out on me, as I work out frequently, and keep myself in good shape. I went to the emergency room, and about 2 hours after the incident, my arm was relocated back in place. After I left the hospital I felt completely deceived with my own self because I was just starting to get in the rhythm of heavy lifting. I was bulking up as well... so it was very disappointing that this occurred. But, I stayed optimistic, and I care a lot about my health. I knew I was going to over come this, my concern was time and efficiency. I looked up on Google, "Top physical therapists in the area", and guess who came up first? That's right, you guessed it, Karena Wu. To be honest just from clicking on her site I felt it in my conscience, that it was the right move to make. Not being discouraged from the costs, I believed it will really benefit me to visit her. I called to schedule an appointment, and attended my first session the next day. The staff is overall very, very friendly and genuine. And, I was honestly in awe speaking with Karena. Her confidence is very disarming, and her knowledge, remedies and techniques really caused me to be worry free. After the first day, I gained so much more motion on my arm. She did deep tissue massages and also performed cupping on my shoulder and back to loosen up the contractions of my muscles from the injury. I stayed faithful and attended about 4 or 5 appointments. After a few more mobilizations around my shoulder, and some non-intensive workouts I was feeling a WHOLE LOT better. I can play sports now regularly, including swimming and work out the way I want. I'm not 100% yet, but I'm still working at it and would say I'm around 90% mobile right now. Karena Wu definitely over achieves. And don't worry if you forget the workouts during your session.. she emails a link of your workouts, so you have access to it everywhere you go! Karena Wu is a master at what she does. Don't lose the opportunity to be whole again, visit her and the staff who work with her if you need physical therapy. - Zack

Karolis Snieska

I'm so glad I was able to find such a wonderful ActiveCare Physical Therapy Clinic! PTS were wonderful: they gave me guidance that I needed to easy my shoulder pain, understand the cause of pain and future prevention. Very knowledgeable assistants guided me through exercises. They gave me a program that I am able to do in gym or at home to keep my muscles strong, live pain free, and helps me from re-injuring my shoulder. I would definitely recommend all my friends to this clinic!

Pete Regina

Karena is quite possibly the best in the business. More than being a great physical therapist, she has an amazing understanding of the human anatomy and how everything works. She is extremely nice and will take the time to explain everything to you so you can truly grasp what is going on with your body. Super polite, super honest and super patient. Five stars is not enough....

pratik pednekar

I was diagnosed with low back pain and was recommended physical therapy. I looked at the reviews and found ActiveCare Physical Therapy. I was evaluated and treated by Dr. Karena Wu. She not only did manual therapy but also walked me through the root cause of my condition. I saw impressive results right after the first session. A home exercise program was given to me on a Day 1 as well. After finishing my sessions with her, I have no low back pain and I feel stronger. I would highly recommend this facility. The office is clean and well lit. The entire staff was friendly and professional. Overall, I had a great experience with Activecare!

Michael

Karena and her team are awesome! I went to Karena following a major rotator cuff surgery - she came highly recommended from a friend and checked out with my surgeon. After 4 months of 2-3 sessions a week, I only have good things to say. The quality of care was superb; Karena and team were extremely attentive to issues with my shoulder throughout the various stages of my recovery process - every visit felt tailored to my needs. Its worth nothing that Karena and team proved very accommodating to my schedule - because of my scheduling needs, I would often rotate the Physical Therapist I saw; Even then, I found great continuity in treatment. Chutima and Dominika were great. One thing worth noting - Karena and team were out of network providers for my insurance; still, I found them very accommodating and easy to deal with on the administrative side. They will make it work out for you. My only request is that they open some time slots on the weekend.

Sébastien Mock

During the last day of our holidays in New York, my wife suddenly started having nausea and dizziness while packing. I laid her on the bed, and she could barely move her head without a having a feeling to vomit. As the situation didn't improve within an hour, i called in emergency the practice of Karena Wu, who was recommended from doctor office in the hotel. Karena came in urgency at our hotel within 45 minutes. After some evaluation and a diagnosis of Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo she took care of my wife applying Epley treatment, therapeutic exercise and manual therapy. At the end of the session, my wife was again able to walk and stand up. I was absolutely stunned to see how she got better during the therapy. Not only was Karena amazing in the way she handled my wife, she also was very empathetic, nice and explained everything she was doing and why in an excellent way. Since then, my wife has been recovering steadily every day, and after about 5 days all the symptom and pain were completely gone. We are both very thankful of the help and kindness of Karena. Should we once live in New York, choosing a practice for Physical Therapy would be an absolut no-brainer ! A no-brainer as the 5 stars of this review. Thank you !

Mwanga Mtengule

Lucky for me, years ago a physician emphatically recommended that I stop chiropractic treatments on my back and instead receive physical therapy at Active Care Physical Therapy. Through a combination of sports injuries, bad luck and age, I have found myself injured more than I’d care to admit. Accordingly, I’ve made several return trips to Active Care; each time I’m amazed at the level of training, care and patience from the physical therapists and PT aides. Most recently I’ve had the good fortune of having my physical therapy overseen by Kelly Picciurro. When I showed up at Active Care, I had a torn gluteus minimus tendon and could barely walk. Kelly was simply amazing. She manages to be kind, empathetic, understanding of life commitments and a great conversationalist, all while simultaneously pushing your limbs to their stretchable limits, encouraging/pushing you to do uncomfortable exercises (safely) and calling you out if you’re not giving it your all. I’m incredibly grateful for Kelly’s care and attention. I would highly recommend both her and Active Care to anyone in need of physical therapy.

Vladlen Abramov

Great service and highly knowledgeable Physical Therapists that really care about patients. I would strongly recommend this medical office.

Luibov Berhanu

I found this office by internet search, and it turned out to be one of the best places in New York for Physical Therapy. My therapist Rebbeca Young was great --highly skilled, professional and caring. The rest of the staff was also fantastic. Highly recommend this office !

David Rule

Before I came to Karena's practice I had lost much of my muscle in my left shoulder, triceps and forearm. Additionally I was getting referral pains down my arms and into my fingers with numbness and twitching. My doctor referred me to an orthopedic surgeon who ordered and MRI that revealed neck arthritis and 3 herniated discs. The orthopedic surgeon recommend some physical therapy and told me that I could not longer play soccer or even run, along with all of the other sports I play. At the time, the neck pain was great enough that I could not even ride my bike because I could not lift my head in the riding position without symptoms. I was 34 at the time and very active. I found a physiatrist at the Hospital for Special Surgery who had a much more positive and proactive approach. His recommendation was to see Karena and limit the probability for head impacts and bad posture. After regular visits with Karena and her staff along with at-home exercises I have my muscle back and much fewer symptoms. I am back to most of my original activities. Karena is the best therapist I've ever worked with and she is an excellent coach and teacher. She surrounds herself with warm and fun staff and there is a great atmosphere in the office - this is key because you will want to show up and not blow off your come-back.

David F.

The staff at Best PT couldn't be nicer. They're all unique and have their own techniques for helping get you back to normal, so it's great to switch off and work with each one if possible. Karena rocks and they will work with you to try and make sure your health insurance is processed in the smoothest way possible so as to avoid you having to deal with it. Highly recommended.

Eric Lee

Karena is a dedicated and highly proficient practitioner. She has successfully assisted my recovery from various injuries. I cannot recommend her enough to anyone looking for a consistent high level of care from their PT. She definitely will fix what is ailing you.