Orthopedic Manual Therapy

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What Is Orthopedic Manual Therapy?

Orthopedic manual therapy is a specialized form of physical therapy that uses skilled, hands-on methods to evaluate and treat musculoskeletal problems. This approach targets joints, muscles, and connective tissues to improve mobility, decrease pain, and promote tissue healing without surgery or medications.

Common conditions we treat:

  • Joint stiffness and arthritis

  • Muscle strains and sprains

  • Tendonitis and bursitis

  • Post-surgical rehabilitation

  • Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis)

  • Back and neck pain

  • Sports injuries

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How We Treat It

At Cha Physical Therapy, we customize orthopedic manual therapy techniques based on your condition and individual needs. Our therapists combine hands-on mobilizations and manipulations with targeted exercises to restore function and enhance recovery.

Our therapy may include:

  • Joint mobilization and manipulation to improve range of motion

  • Soft tissue mobilization to reduce muscle tension and adhesions

  • Myofascial release to increase tissue flexibility and reduce pain

  • Therapeutic stretching and strengthening exercises

  • Functional movement training to support daily activities

  • Education on injury prevention and self-management strategies

Our goal is to help you regain pain-free movement and return to your normal routine as efficiently as possible.

Frequently Asked Questions on Orthopedic Manual Therapy:

  • Orthopedic manual therapy is a specialized form of physical therapy using skilled, hands-on methods to evaluate and treat musculoskeletal problems. The therapy targets joints, muscles, and connective tissues to improve mobility, decrease pain, and promote tissue healing without surgery or medications.

  • This hands-on approach is effective for many common conditions, including:

    • Joint stiffness and arthritis

    • Muscle strains and sprains

    • Tendonitis and bursitis

    • Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis)

    • Back and neck pain

    • Sports injuries

  • Our expert therapists customize orthopedic manual therapy techniques based on your specific condition and individual needs. We combine these hands-on methods with targeted exercises to restore function and enhance your recovery.

  • Your therapy may include a variety of hands-on techniques:

    • Joint mobilization and manipulation, which involves passive movement of a joint to achieve a therapeutic effect.

    • Soft tissue mobilization to reduce muscle tension and adhesions.

    • Myofascial release, a technique used to relax contracted muscles and improve circulation.

    • Therapeutic stretching and strengthening exercises.

We’re dedicated to getting you back to your best.

With personalized physical therapy programs and compassionate, expert care, we raise the bar for what rehabilitation can achieve.

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Getting Here

Our Midtown Clinic is at 16 West 32nd Street, Suite 1007, 3-5 minutes from Herald Square and a few blocks from Penn Station.

34th Herald Sq.
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34th Penn Station
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33rd St (Lexington Ave)
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Clinic HOURS

Monday9AM - 7PM
Tuesday9AM - 7PM
Wednesday9AM - 7PM
Thursday9AM - 7PM
Friday9AM - 7PM
Saturday9AM - 3:30PM
SundayClosed