What is Sports Physical therapy?

Sports Physical Therapy in NYC

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What is Sports Physical therapy?

Physical therapy is a form of treatment for physical disease or

injury to the musculoskeletal and neuromuscular systems of the
human body without the use of drugs or surgery.
Physical Therapists play an important role in todays life style.
They are healthcare experts in restoring movement function and
eliminating pain. Despite the scientific effort in the field of
physical medicine the pain epidemics is on the rise. The number
one healthcare spending is for treatment of pain due to
neuromuscular and orthopedic disorders. With sitting becoming
the most prevalent human activity our society will realize that its
easier to prevent movement disorders if preventative measures are
taken from early childhood and regularly throughout human life.
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We hope that in the future PTs will become life to death

practitioners. Their contribution to the quality of life is immense.
In work-related injuries as well as sports injuries therapy is often
the last course of treatment utilized before the patient is released to
return to work or return to sport.

Dr. Kalika, I just want to

thank you and your
incredible team for helping
me recover and run the NYC
marathon for the 30th time
this coming Nov. 7th.

Is Physical Therapy a Science?

Yes, in fact over the past 15 years due to advances in technology
there have been varieties of scientific evidence validating efficacy of
therapy treatment over surgery and invasive pain management
interventions. I.P. Pavlov said Movement is life. Our treatment is
an intervention targeting variety of different structures and
systems within a human body as well as their interactions within
the human body and their interactions with the environment.

Is Physical Therapy a Synonym for Rehabilitation?

Yes, it is a synonym for physical rehabilitation. PT treatment falls
under the physical medicine umbrella. Some of the methods still
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practiced today date back to the ancient Greek culture. During

European renaissance different methods of exercise were
developed to treat orthopedic disorders.
What Type of Treatments Constitutes the Cornerstone of
the Profession?
The cornerstone of physical therapy is therapeutic exercise. With
the advancement of neuroscience and deeper understanding of the
brains neuroplasticity more advanced methods are being
developed. Some new methods are a fusion of the best parts of the
older methods which have been clinically validated by therapeutic
success over the years. Some of these methods are being improved
and revised based on new scientific evidence. Our methods are
strictly evidence based or based on new scientific discoveries. The
skillful modern NYC physical therapist uses a combination of
different approaches.

What Kind of Therapy Do We Provide at DNR?

Our approach is based on the functional model and the dynamic
fusion of manual medicine into rehabilitation medicine. We utilize
the most advanced technology available. We have invested in this
technology in order to deliver care which addresses the origin of
the problem rather than the symptoms. With this technology, we
can be precise with the functional movement diagnosis from a
biomechanical as well as a neuromuscular perspective. We also
utilize diagnostic musculoskeletal sonography to diagnose the
structural pathology as well as monitor tissue healing. Our
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treatment is always precisely tailored to specific individual

problem. This is only possible because of our experience and
unique expertise in variety of different approaches.
Our experience with the DNS (Dynamic Neuromuscular
Stabilization) a breakthrough scientific method, allows us to
integrate this reflex neuromotor CNS-based approach into the
treatment of back pain, sports injuries and orthopedic disorders.
Dr. Karel Lewit (our mentor and the godfather of European school
of manual medicine and rehabilitation) once said Rehabilitation is
time consuming and the time cannot be wasted. With that in mind
we have created a thoughtful and rational approach combining the
most unique rehabilitation methods with modern therapy. Our
therapeutic method is based on integration of the most
scientifically proven, innovative approaches and techniques such
as, Dr. Shirley Sahrmanns MSI and the DNS (Dynamic
Neuromuscular Rehabilitation) by Dr. Pavel Kolar. This is in
combination with our cutting edge technology such as CAREN
(Computer Assisted Rehabilitation Environment), force plate
biofeedback training, AlterG antigravity treadmill, cold laser, and
ESWT ( Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy).

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Our Physical Therapy Location on Manhattan

Our approach is based on meticulous clinical evaluation of
movement function using the most advanced and scientifically
proven examination techniques and motion analysis technology.
Dr. Kalikas experience goes back to working under one of the
worlds leading physicians in the field of rehabilitation medicine
Prof. Vladimir Janda of the renowned Czech School of
Rehabilitation, who was also named by the Spine magazine as the
worlds leader in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation of
the 20th century.
Dr. Kalikas proficiency in imaging with diagnostic ultrasound, his
many years of experience working with leading European sports
medicine and back care specialists, his knowledge in orthopedics
and sports medicine allow him deeper understanding of medical
diagnosis and its implications for the rehabilitation. This is a rare
occurrence among the practitioners in the fields of musculoskeletal
medicine. Knowledge of medical diagnostics is also rare among
physical therapists and chiropractors, while the knowledge of
functional medicine an understanding of movement is uncommon
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among medical doctors.

Our individualized approach and broad expertise in
musculoskeletal dysfunctions has helped patients with variety of
neuromuscular and orthopedic disorders. Among our Manhattan
physical therapy patients are star Olympians, elite professional
athletes, triathletes and NYC ballet dancers.
What Kind of Treatment Approaches Are Used at Our
Manhattan Physical Therapy Facility?
We provide all types of PT treatments with emphasis on functional
restoration.
We are very advanced in rehabilitation of sports specific repetitive
trauma disorders as well back pain and rehabilitation of walking
and lower kinetic chain disorders.
We provide technologically advanced treatment for patients with
headaches and dizziness.
We use most advanced and effective modalities like Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT).
At our Manhattan physical therapy location we specialize in many
unique, cutting-edge manual and neurological approaches:
Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization according to Kolar
Movement Impairment System by Shirley Saharmann
Vladimir Jandas Sensory Motor Training
ISM (Integrated System Model) approach by Diane Lee and L.J
Lee
Karel Lewits Manual Therapy Approach
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Vojta Therapy
Ergonomic Therapy
Gait and Running Analysis and Gait Training
Biofeedback Training Under SEMG (surface
electromyography)
Variety of different soft tissue techniques
Virtual Reality Therapy
CAREN (Computer Assisted Rehabilitation Environment)
Treatment
At DNR we make sure that every PT is trained in at least two
approaches in the different fields of therapy such as:
comprehensive manual therapy, sports injury, orthopedic and
neurological rehabilitation.
We feel that establishing proper functional and structural
diagnosis is a priority because it dictates the choice of technique or
method, which should be, used in particular case, however; even
then, not a single technique is either preferable or superbly
efficient in itself. Over the years of practice we have learned to
integrate various methods into optimally successful treatment
protocols. Most importantly, our goal is to put you on the road of
recovery and enjoy pain free living.

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Dr. Kalika, I just want to thank you and your incredible team for
helping me recover and run the NYC marathon for the 30th time
this coming Nov. 7th.

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