Thrive Integrated Physical Therapy, PC

Fantastic experience: Having experienced various musculo/skeletal problems over the last 35 years, I feel very fortunate to have developed a relationship with Thrive PT. 10 years ago I was successfully treated for lower back problems. Most recently I was cared for and provided rehabilitation following 100 % torn rotator cuff arthroscopic surgery. My rehab, as per my surgeon's assessment, progressed faster than expected. I strongly recommend the professional, skillful and caring therapy provided by Thrive. Philip Meskin RN

Fantastic experience: Tamar and her team are some of the most intelligent physical therapist’s I have ever worked with. I am amazed by the dramatic improvements I have made in overall mobility and general quality of life. I have a gained a sense of hope and strength from such a talented and progressive team of professionals, that bring cutting edge approaches to neuro muscular rehabilitation and functional integration. Thrive PT is a GEM!!!

Fantastic experience: The therapists at Thrive Integrated Physical Therapy are truly the most knowledgeable and gifted therapists I have been to. I have been to numerous physical therapists over the years and am considered a complex patient. I have had success with few physical therapists over the years and recently had a severe flare up of neck pain that no doctor, PT, massage therapist, reiki master, acupuncturist or chiropractor could stop. That is when I found Tamar Amitay and her team of amazing practitioners. Not only were they able to stop my neck pain but they were able to determine the root cause of it and help me end my years of searching for a solution to my chronic pain. All of the therapists at Thrive contributed to my care - each adding something different to my treatment based on their individual expertise. For example, the therapists at Thrive were able to determine the cause of an adductor/hamstring strain that I had been struggling with for 6 years. All of the Thrive therapists are up on the latest research and they all excel at evaluating their patients and creating the best individualized treatment plan. They are all brilliant, kind, caring, compassionate and dedicated to delivering quality patient care. The office staff at Thrive were always extremely helpful with making my appointments and answering any questions regarding my insurance and the atmosphere of the clinic is fresh, fun, positive and energizing. I will always be grateful to Tamar and her team for all they did for me.

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Thrive for PT. The physical therapy is excellent and has been well integrated with other health care providers. I continue to recommend Thrive to friends and neighbors for three reason: 1) the therapists are excellent, particularly Val, Amy and Tamar, 2) the office is incredibly well-managed, i.e. a 9 a.m. appointment is really a 9 a.m. appointment and 3) the billings team does an amazing job at insurance reimbursement, reminding me of when insurance is running low and handing very little of the billing process back to the patient.

Fantastic experience: Thrive Physical Therapy at 611 Broadway, New York is Phenomenal! I had a problem with my leg, really bad pain and had been everywhere with no results until I met outstanding physical therapist - Valerie Harris. She is a true master - in both diagnosing and treating. After working with Valerie I can walk normally again, without pain, exercise, climb stairs - I never thought this would be possible for me with all the problems I was having. I went to many doctors, all with different opinions, one told me I could end up in a wheel chair. I had given up on physical therapy until a friend told me about Thrive, how they work differently and what great success both her and her husband had. Don't bother with the other cookie cutter, waste of time places. Valerie Harris is simply the Best! Maxine A

Fantastic experience: Beautiful space, incredible team, wonderful workshops. I have been coming to Thrive since February as I am dealing with a serious injury and I have learnt so much and made so much progress. I am so glad to have stumbled upon this wonderful place!

Fantastic experience: The physical therapists at Thrive are all knowledgeable experts with a broad repertoire of techniques and methods. I have worked with Tamar, Valerie and David. While they have different styles and bring their own perspective, I found them each to be very effective, focused and thorough in assessing and treating my condition. It was beneficial to alternate between therapists as they each have unique skills to offer. Tamar with whom I have the most experience is very gifted and a perfectionist. She gives her all in time, energy & amazing talent to help her patients progress and achieve the best outcome possible from their treatment. I doubt if there are more than a handful of people who could match her level of expertise and combination of skills, dedication and integrity. She is simply the best. Yet with her high standards, you can be sure all the physical therapists that work in this practice are of equally high caliber. The entire staff of Thrive is thoughtful, helpful, friendly and professional. The private treatment rooms are more spacious and comfortable than any other PT facility I have been to - just one of many ways that attention to detail and superior quality of care is provided at Thrive. I have several friends who have been treated at Thrive and all have raved about their experience. I highly recommend this outstanding PT practice where all the physical therapists excel at what they do and you can expect every effort to be made to help you achieve your goals.

Fantastic experience: I went to Thrive for the first time starting in July 2012 after not being able to sit upright/walk (for more than five minutes) for approximately 8 months. I'm 29 years old and have been an athlete my entire life until I went to law school. Out of the blue, my lower back had horrible pain to the point where I could not sit or walk for more than five minutes at a time. Over the next 8 months my entire back tightened up and stayed in spasm for months. I went to the top neuro Drs in new york and had countless tests, all done at the best hospitals by the highest caliber Drs. I tried alternative medicine, acupuncture, muscle tendon injections and spent an enormous sum of money trying to fix this debilitating injury with no improvement. I then tried physical therapy at numerous highly rated places around Manhattan with little to no success. It is approximately 10 months after my first appointment with Tamar at Thrive and I can finally enjoy life again. I just finished my first pain free week and can't thank them enough. Tamar, Valerie and Amy at Thrive are excellent at every aspect of patient care from listening to the patient to diagnosis and treatment. I've been to over 15 physical therapists before them and I can confidentially say that their level of knowledge of their craft and what causes pain in the human body is on a different level than any others I've encountered. Thrive is a different type of physical therapy practice, they have the knowledge to accurately diagnose and understand that is causing the pain and then the training and patience to give you the correct exercises to do in their gym under their guidance, as well as at home. If you are in pain and you think there is no answer, you can relax because after months of hard work at Thrive you will be better and enjoy life again.

Fantastic experience: I am now 75 years old, but when I was a young 66 years old, I unfortunately had a stroke. Naturally I became very scared since I made my living as a golf professional. Fortunately, I met a top notch Physical Therapist by the name of Amy McGorry. Amy was quick to not only access my problem, but also my concern about my livelihood. I have been to physical therapists before but most only gave me different exercises on machines and when I finished, they would give me another machine. Not Amy, she stayed with me and moved my body in positions I never felt before. She gave me a regiment of exercises to do when she was gone. Since strokes are very much a part of my family history, I worked hard and followed her lead to the letter. In just two months, I went from not being able to move a muscle on my left side (leg and arm) to being able to play golf again. At 72 years old, I retired after 52 years as a golf professional. Now at 75, I am still playing and teaching golf. In a family full of stroke victims, I clearly recovered the best. I would like Amy McGorry to know that I give her all the credit for this speedy recovery. Her being both caring and professional added years of enjoyment to my life. Bob DeStefano

Fantastic experience: Thrive is truly professional from the atmosphere to the thorough care one receives. My experience over the last 3 years has been remarkable as I have sought relief from painful and chronic ailments for over 15 years. In the past I have sough frequent message therapists, physicians and other physical therapists without long lasting help. My therapist at Thrive Dr. Valerie Harris besides being highly trained/educated, she truly seeks by observation and through her 'magic' hands to discover the habits that lead to my body's distortions that have been created through my occupation and lack of consciousness regarding my stance.. Personally I had shoulder, neck and back pain.caused by my favoring my right side through the way I held my head, arm and right shoulder. In addition I held my head and upper body curved forward and downward. Valerie first did an analytical observation, history, and questioned my activities. Then Valerie placed my body in a correct posture so that I could visually comprehend how to reeducate myself to a healthful posture. In addition to a series of exercises to be practiced daily and physical hands-on treatments my pains were relieved. Very important to note is that when I slip back into old habits, Valerie has given me the understanding and strategies to return to that healthful body. This is a review of Thrive not just one person's gifts. From the administrative staff to the staff in the gym reinforce my exercises until I am capable to do them on my own are pleasant, capable and contribute to an uplifting atmosphere. Also frequently other Thrive physical therapists will stop me while exercising to contribute their suggestions.

Fantastic experience: My experience with Thrive was nothing but wonderful from start to finish. I have been treated there by Amy McGorry for back and pelvic pain and it has made a huge difference in my life. From the very first session I couldn't help by feel positive because I could tell she genuinely cared about my condition and wanted me to get better. She helped me to understand all the intricacies associated with what was causing my pain and worked with me a great deal on correcting them. I wouldn't be as well today as I am if I hasn't seen Amy, she is an amazing and very compassionate physical therapist with a talent for healing.

Fantastic experience: The odds are stacked against you if at some point in your life you sustain an injury that requires some sort of physical therapy. To spare you the boring details, I injured my knee, went for an MRI and was told to go for physical therapy. After extensive research, and countless reviews, I still felt like none of the options were right for me. It wasn't until my husband's trainer recommended Tamar from Thrive Integrated PT that I found the help I needed. After seeing her regularly over the past two months, my quality of life has dramatically increased. Tamar guided me through strengthening exercises, stretches and recommended orthotics for me all of which has allowed me to resume everyday activities, which were once painful. I can't thank Tamar or Thrive Integrated PT enough for their knowledge, professionalism and state of the art facilities. I highly recommend them for people who are suffering from similar experiences.

Fantastic experience: I've seen a few different physical therapist in the past and so far I have to say Val is my number one! Val and all the staff at Thrive PT took tremendous care of me and my hip every single time I came and always had a smile on their faces, no matter how difficult I made it for them. Val was able to fix my hip issue while also working on other areas of my body to help improve strength and mobility and help mitigate future injuries. Their flexible hours made it easy to schedule appointments.

Fantastic experience: Grateful for Thrive and the staff! The skill and knowledgeable care provided by Valerie and the associates at Thrive Integrated Physical Therapy have helped me improve my gait, balance and posture. From my initial contact and questions about insurance to my ongoing care, everyone in the office is polite courteous and respectful. My words can not say enough about the high regard I have for Thrive and its staff. Thank you.

Fantastic experience: Tamar Amitay is an exceptionally talented PT and she runs one of the best PT practices (THRIVE) in Manhattan. Why? 1) Tamar and her team are highly competent, professional and friendly. 2) Her treatments are highly effective and efficient. After 4 sessions, my whiplash injury was cured. After the 1st session, I felt significantly better. 3) The treatment rooms and gym are clean and very well maintained. 4) All of your questions will be answered intelligently. If you want the best in New York, go to THRIVE.

Fantastic experience: Thrive is one of a kind. The staff are experts in their field, and the care they provide is exceptional. I worked with Scott after my reconstructive knee surgery and had a wonderful experience. He was caring, attentive, deeply knowledgeable—not to mention hilarious & fun. I also worked with Tamar during my rehabilitation, and she is a wizard! Both of them had a deep understanding of the root causes of pain in my knee, and I walked out of every session feeling lighter, stronger, and better able to stretch/work my body on my own at home. I would recommend Thrive to everyone I love!

Fantastic experience: I can’t say enough good things about Dr. Zappola, he literally saved my neck. Can’t thank you enough!

Fantastic experience: I cannot say enough about how much the PTs at Thrive (and especially my main PT, Duane Grell) have helped me manage my MS symptoms. Coming to Thrive has improved my walking, overall stability, and strength. It's not every practice that has such a strong neuro PT team, and this one has a razor-sharp understanding of what I need. I'm so grateful they're here!

Fantastic experience: The BEST decision you made all day!!!

Fantastic experience: Amazing PT office. My mother had left knee replacement, PT made the huge difference in her post op recovery. And she loves her physical therapist. Everyone is lovely in this office. Highly recommend this office. Thank you so much for all your work!

Fantastic experience: Tamar is amazing! She treated my knee, MCL issues, lower back and shoulder about 17 years ago- I wouldn’t be in such good shape still if it wasn’t for her treatments & strengthening training.

Fantastic experience: Valerie is an incredible healer. I call her a healer because she not only fixes your physical ailments but also changes the way you tackle life. I’ve gone to her after two major surgeries, my husbands tennis and arm injuries, and now even for my 8yr olds back injury. She worked miracles on my child- fixed her back injury and helped her get back to being a carefree and happy child again. Cannot thank her enough. She has magic in her fingers and her smile. Although I’d rather keep her for myself- the world needs more Valerie’s. Glad to know such a wonderful person. On a side note, her team at Thrive ( Regina ) are all incredible and go out of their way to help.

Fantastic experience: Amazing results from my therapy at Thrive. Had significant back, hip and leg pain, which my therapist, Scott Teagarden, methodically, logically and effectively diagnosed and treated. I particularly appreciated his explanations of the causes of my pain/discomfort, as this allowed me to more effectively manage these issues on my own. Am back on the pitch and feeling much, much better.

Fantastic experience: Tamar, Duane and the team at Thrive are excellent! I have had chronic hip and back issues from 16 years of rugby to the point of having a hip replacement at 32yo. I have seen a LOT of physios, osteos, chiros in my time and Thrive are the best. They have a movement-based approach that will get you back on your feet quickly. I highly recommend getting in to see them if you have an issue

Fantastic experience: I cannot recommend Thrive highly enough! I came here after having ACL surgery and the care I received was absolutely top notch. For my physical therapist, I primarily worked with Tamar, who was absolutely extraordinary. She provided extensive and high quality hands-on care which helped me reduce swelling and regain range of motion as quickly as possible. Tamar always went through all of my exercises with me, helping me ensure good form. She was innovative with giving me new exercises each week. I progressed so quickly under her guidance and am so grateful for Thrive!

Fantastic experience: I am so happy I came to thrive. Duane Grell is an amazing PT and actually made it enjoyable and fun to be there. Beyond that, he is incredibly knowledgable and always knew how to help me. I was bittersweet when our weekly sessions came to an end but I knew it was because of how strong I had gotten. I would recommend him to anyone needing PT!!

Fantastic experience: I have seen many good physical therapists due to my scoliosis and Thrive is the best in NYC. excellent care and attention have helped me regain functions. I recently walked 5 miles pain free! They are smart and think outside the box, dedicated to helping clients improve. Their administrative staff is also incredibly friendly and efficient.

Fantastic experience: I am so glad I found the excellent team of Thrive on my journey to recover mobility and back health over the last few years. They were truly excellent from start to finish: from Regina's excellent admin management, to Tamar and Lauren's care. But the gold star truly goes to Valerie, who is an unparalleled PT, both in terms of skills and care. She goes above and beyond, and her advice stays with you: I can sometimes almost hear her voice when sitting with my legs crossed or am walking down the street, reminding me to keep good posture. Thank you Valerie and the team at Thrive--you made me feel cared for over the last years, even when I was in a lot of pain and quite desperate for some improvement.

Fantastic experience: Donny Chan is the BEST. He worked with patience and kindness to move me from incapacitating pain to full recovery. I have never had a PT experience like it, and I really can't recommend Thrive enough as a practice.

Fantastic experience: My experience at Thrive has been the best physical therapy treatment I have ever had. Valerie Harris was my PT and she has an incredible way of listening to you, pinpointing and treating the issue in session, helping you understand the root cause (she’s a fantastic teacher/explainer), and then identifying the right set of exercises to strength train at Thrive – and also come up with a home exercise program. The spirit of the practice is really collaborative so I can also speak to the talents of Tamar Amitay and Scott Teagarden too. Everyone is really invested in doing what they can to support your healing journey. The front of house/behind the scenes team is also amazing. Scheduling is super easy as they are really responsive via email and phone. They do the hard legwork of calling insurance, figuring out benefits, etc so the billing process is really smooth. Plus, they are really kind and make the whole experience easy and not stressful. Re: Covid – they have really strict protocols in place (masking, sanitizing station, filters) that made me feel safe.

Fantastic experience: I had bilateral knee replacement (both knees where replaced at the same time). It was very painful. Five weeks after the surgery I started PT at Thrive. I was barely able to bend my knees, had poor range of motion, and was miserable. This was happening during Covid. I had to slide into an Uber with both of my legs extended on the seat. I tell all of my friends that I hit the PT jackpot at Thrive. The staff is terrific. They care about their clients and are vested in giving their clients the best possible outcome. They are very competent. They think of you as part of a team, the 2 of you working together to be successful. It has been hard work on both our parts but that hard work has paid off. My flexion (knee bend) has improved a lot as well as my range of motion. I went from miserable to being hopeful. I now get into an Uber and sit upright with my knees bent! Thank you Thrive.

Fantastic experience: Tamar is an expert in physical therapy. The professionalism, facilities, and fitness affiliates at Thrive are unparalleled. I began treatment with Tamar and Jari (who is also spectacular) in the summer of 2020 and always felt confident that I was in the best care. I came in with a pretty bad back issue and my health continues to improve with Pilates and PT at Thrive. The best of the best. Thrive is most highly recommended.

Fantastic experience: Thrive offers the best physical therapists in NYC. The people that work there are kind, knowledgeable, and extremely supportive. I look forward to my next appointment.

Fantastic experience: Thrive PT has the calmest atmosphere of any PT studio I’ve ever been treated in. Thrive is very well staffed down to the high level of the student interns. The staff guides them too. There is no waiting time for equipment or assistance before starting each session, or after completing each exercise, massage, stretch, etc. as happens elsewhere. Thrive is also very clean, cheery and not noisy as in a large hospital PT setting. The owner still treats patients and cares very much how everyone is doing, even if she is not working directly with them. Today she had some physical ‘notes’ for me which were helpful. I’ve been working with Elizabeth Shah who is committed, knowledgeable and caring. My experience has found that it matters to her that each individual continues to heal and develop self confidence working on physical behavioral changes. I’ve watched the other PT’s at Thrive work with their patients and they all seem pretty remarkable so who ever you work with you will be happy with. Going to Thrive makes my day.

Fantastic experience: One year ago, my wife Anna had hip replacement surgery and was sent to Thrive for physical therapy. She was assigned to Jari Haile who has been instrumental in her recovery. With JAri's help, Anna has fully recovered to a point where she can run and race again. Jari Haile is a wonderful, empathetic rehab specialist and Anna is very grateful to her and Thrive!

Fantastic experience: The best physical therapy practice I have ever been to. The staff is experienced, skilled and approaches treatment and therapy with a scientific mindset and strategy. I feel like I am in a doctors office who is analyzing my anatomy and working to fix my skelatal imbalances. The attention to patient needs and the 45 minute sessions plus individual one on one time for excercise is unique. High end five star Pt practice.

Fantastic experience: Had a great experience with Thrive. After a ski accident and nerve damage in my upper spine, working with Tamar and her team, after a few sessions I started to regain strength and reduce the amount of pain I was in. I've made a full recovery now thanks to Tamar. She and her team were friendly, flexible, and most importantly knowledgeable and what I needed and how to recover from my injury. I highly recommend Thrive.

Fantastic experience: I have seen almost all of the PTs at Thrive and they are all outstanding! I have had labral tears and hip surgery and other sports related injuries, and have been utterly amazed at how competent and effective the PT at Thrive is. I have tried other PT places before and they really did very little. I have also referred many friends to Thrive and they have all been relieved of injuries that they did not think could resolve--knee surgeries, frozen shoulder, you name it! Can't say enough good things about Thrive, especially TAMAR, PHILLIPE, AMY, and VAL!!!!

Fantastic experience: Philippe was amazing in helping me work through a herniated lower disk issue a few months ago. He helped me through the acute pain stage to no more pain and understanding how to maintain my back health. He was delightful to work with- always ready with a smile and a laugh. Although I hope never to go through that again, I would happily return to him if I do.

Fantastic experience: A great team of thoughtful and talented professionals! The overall vibe of the place is very positive and welcoming. Strongly recommend RPM to anyone looking to recover with the help of truly obliging people. Thankful=}

Fantastic experience: Thrive's staff all-around is friendly and helpful. The facility is bright, clean and offers a wide variety of equipment to work with. I 'blew out my knee" and was initially misguided by the Doctor, which resulted in an extra long recovery. I felt safe and taken care of by Philippe, my PT. Each session he thoroughly questioned my status, listened carefully, used different approaches, and each week offered some new exercises. I am thrilled to have 'graduated' and am ready to return to my usual active lifestyle. Thumbs up!!

Fantastic experience: Thrive’s physical therapists are miracle workers! I’ve suffered from a bad hip for months and got substantial pain relief and great care from Amy. Now, after a hip replacement, I could barely walk & have to thank Philippe for total relief from pain. Philippe is smart and caring, and he tries to vary his sessions so I never got bored, but felt pleasantly challenged. Thank you, therapists and staff at Thrive, for giving me my life and mobility back! I shall miss you!