A program designed to maintain or improve functional independence and/or prevent deformities of the hand.
Manual Therapy >
Hands-on treatment of the body and it’s tissues- Treatments may include mobilizations of fascia, connective tissues, and neurovascular tissues. Manual therapy techniques aim to address the sources of pain and improve mobility and function.
Light Force Laser >
Laser therapy effectively treats lower back pain, neck pain, arthritis, bursitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, tennis elbow, plantar, sciatica, & more.
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This is the best place to go for PT! I have been going after reverse shoulder replacement surgery at HSS. Karn is amazing! He is so thoughtful and constantly trying new approaches to increase my range of motion and strength. I can’t say enough wonderful things about this place!!!
NY Sports and Spinal Physical Therapy is run by an amazing group of professionals who really understand how to help you recover from an injury as well as treat you for post surgical recovery.
The staff at NY Sports and Spinal is second to none. They are caring, knowledgeable and dedicated. They worked around my super busy schedule and always took me in for my appointments on time.
During my first visit I was scheduled to spend 30 minutes each with the therapist and an assistant (to assist with exercises), but my therapist spent the entire hour on an evaluation and some initial therapy, as well as to discuss the treatment plan and answer all of my questions and concerns. That alone told
The people in this office are fabulous, with excellent physical therapists who provide the latest techniques and have up to date information for each patient.
First off let me say, this place saved me!!! I am a nurse and my back is a huge part of my job. I came to them with a back injury after an incident at work.
Back in early 2011, after having herniated my lower five discs in late 2010, the pain management person, NOT NY Sports and Spinal, said “you will have to give up riding” (horses). I felt like someone was ripping out a piece of me. Thereafter, I met Karn for extensive PT and he said “it is
Great experience for both my daughter and me! My daughter has pigeon toe, which severely impacted her running while playing soccer. We took her to Karn, he examined her and gave us two suggestions: First, strengthen the hip muscle, second, try orthotic or prosthetic care. With all these efforts, she can now run straight! I
My daughter came to see Dr. Julie Carr for an old hamstring injury, and could barely walk. Julie was amazing, not only did she listen to our concerns, but she helped my daughter to a speedy recovery. We were told several different reasons for her pain, but after one appointment she was able to distinguish
Great place. Very caring staff,everyone is helpful & spends time with you unlike some places I’ve been where they spend 15 minutes with you. Would recommend to anyone!
This is the absolute best physical therapy I have ever had! This is not the typical physical therapy mill. The staff is professional and they spend a good deal of time working on each client individually. I would use them anytime I need PT.
I highly recommend NYSSPT for all therapy needs! I’ve been seeing Karl & Karn Post ACL/ Meniscus Surgery and they have been nothing but the best. They answer any and all questions, and make sure to adjust your therapy according to your needs as you progress day by day. My surgeon has been super happy
It was a great plus to find a Physical Therapist facility close to my home who were knowledgeable, personable, and empathetic to my pain. The office and equipment is clean and the office staff was friendly and professional. I love the Scarsdale office, great location.
I have been very blessed and fortunate to have met Karn when I needed to find a Physical therapist trained in Graston to help delay an inevitable hip replacement surgery. Not only was goal met – I had been critical list and within short period of time went from critical immediate to when it’s convenient
This place is the best. I am a union Firefighter and got badly hurt on the job. I hurt my back so bad, I couldn’t walk! I went here for PT, after 3 months I was walking normal again. I highly recommend this place! They are worth every dollar.
Karn Santikul, DPT, COMT, CSCS, CKTP is a graduate from Columbia University with his Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy. Karn’s focus is in sports medicine and orthopedic rehabilitation. With his vision and desire, he opened NY Sports and Spinal Physical Therapy in Scarsdale in February 2008. His approach to physical therapy is eclectic and pragmatic
Karl Rusch, PT, DPT, OCS, ATC, CMPT, COMT completed his undergraduate coursework from Quinnipiac University with a bachelor’s of science in Athletic Training / Sports Medicine. Karl graduated from Sacred Heart University in 2012 with his Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy. Karl’s focus is in sports medicine and orthopedic rehabilitation. Karl is a full-time assistant
Bianca Tiberi, PT, DPT completed both her undergraduate and graduate coursework at Sacred Heart University. She received a Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science with a minor in Psychology and graduated with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2019. Bianca’s clinical experience includes orthopedics, sports rehabilitation, neurological rehabilitation, and acute rehabilitation. During a clinical experience
Steven Scotton is the Director of Operations of NY Sports and Spinal Physical Therapy in Scarsdale . He performs many of NYSSPT administration tasks including overseeing all operations in both the Scarsdale and Thornwood offices. After completing his undergraduate degree in business administration from Iona College, Steven decided to continue his dedication in helping NY
Katy Simms is a graduate of CUNY Hunter College with a degree in Psychology. She aspires to continue her education in business. She is a creative problem solver who enjoys assisting, supporting, and promoting people in general. Katy is here to help those potential patients who need more information about what physical therapy is and
Courtney Febus, is our Office Manager at our Scarsdale clinic. She wears many ‘hats’ for New York Sports and Spinal. She is the face of our office when you first walk in and has a reputation for making everyone feel welcome. She specializes in communication, is dedicated to finding out information for patients, and is
Lauren Puff is an administrative assistant at our Scarsdale office. Lauren has over 10 years of customer service and administration experience and is passionate about catering to the needs of others. She loves keeping busy, working hard, being around people, and surrounding herself with positive energy. Lauren is also a licensed NYS Aesthetician and she
Nicholas Maddalena, PT, DPT completed his undergraduate studies at Sacred Heart University earning his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science. Nicholas completed his graduate course work at Dominican College, earning a Doctor in Physical Therapy degree in 2020. During his time at Dominican College, Nicholas completed his clinical rotations in both outpatient orthopedic clinics and
David Schwartz, PT, DPT, CPT, CES, CSN, received his Bachelor of Science degree in Technology Systems from Pace University followed by a Professional Diploma of Music from Berklee College of Music in Music Business and Performance. After working in the music industry for 10 years, David decided to change career paths and pursue a degree
Thomas DiNota is a Physical Therapist Aide at New York Sports and Spinal Physical therapy. Thomas graduated from Boston University in May 2020, earning his degree in health sciences. He is an aspiring physical therapist, with plans to attend a Doctor of Physical Therapy program in the near future. On his path to becoming a
Karina Borda is a Physical Therapy Aide at NYSSPT. She graduated from Ramapo College with a Biology Degree and a Minor in Human Rights and Genocide Studies. Her goal is to obtain her Doctorate in Physical Therapy and open her own clinic. She believes movement is medicine and is determined to prove an active lifestyle
Kelsey Cognetta is a Physical Therapy Aide at NYSSPT. She finished her Bachelor of Science Degree in Athletic Training at Keene State College in 2016. Currently, she is a Board Certified and Licensed Athletic Trainer in the state of Connecticut and a Certified Personal Trainer through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. During her time
Here at NY Sports & Spinal, our goal is to provide patients with the highest standard of care using latest techniques of physical therapy; with the best highly skilled and compassionate therapists delivering them. At NY Sports and Spinal Physical Therapy, we ensure you a successful and comforting recovery.
Dry Needling is a treatment technique often used by physical therapists to relieve pain. It requires using a sterile acupuncture needle that is inserted through the skin into muscles, tendons, ligaments, and/or close to nerves to immediately reduce pain, decrease muscle tension and increase mobility.
Manual therapy can be one of the most effective healing tools possible if you’re dealing with a sudden injury, chronic pain, or even post-surgical issues.
Manual therapy can be one of the most effective healing tools possible if you’re dealing with a sudden injury, chronic pain, or even post-surgical issues.
The Light Force laser system has been clinically proven to relieve pain associated with injuries, accidents or surgeries. Light Force Therapy has been used for years by physical therapists and athletic trainers working with professional athletes who have been injured.
The Graston technique is a type of manual therapy that utilizes specialized ergonomic tools that massage and scrape the skin gently. The Graston technique uses a set of stainless steel instruments to help soft tissue injuries to the connective tissues, muscles, neurological tissues and skin. It is effective for soft tissue injuries like repetitive stress injury, strains, sprains and subluxations.
Whether you’re a professional athlete, a high-school ball player or a weekend warrior, your passions drive you to push your body every time you hit the court or field. Participating in sports is fun and a great way to stay healthy, but certainly is not without risks.
Joint issues are often the hidden underlying factors driving other types of injuries and ailments including muscle strains, ligament damage, and bursitis, so this is why we strongly encourage you to consult with a physical therapist with any type of acute or chronic dysfunction. Your joints could be contributing to your pain without you even realizing it!
The primary objective of NYSSPT’s certified hand therapy is to provide a comprehensive and specialist-powered program to maintain or improve functional independence and/or prevent deformities of the hand and upper extremity through appropriate therapeutic intervention, splinting, and patient education.
Are you a runner with hip, knee, foot, or back pain? Have you been told you have shin splints, tendonitis, or plantar fasciitis? A running analysis can help you! It will be conducted by a doctor of physical therapy using video footage of you running on a treadmill. The footage will then be analyzed using a specialized software program that allows your therapist watch you run in slow motion from several angles and determine joint angles and forces at different phases of the running cycle. This information will be combined with a full strength, range of motion, and posture assessment in order to find any muscle imbalances and form problems that may be causing pain and limit your running.
You don’t have to be a professional athlete to experience a sports injury. in fact, sports injuries can happen to anyone at any time. Those who are new to athletics, no matter what they are, are the most susceptible to injuries as they are not yet accustomed to the form required for specific movements. Regardless of how your injury happened, it is important to understand that “wait and see” is not a viable option for your recovery. It is important to seek medical care immediately and contact us to see if sports injury rehab is right for you.
Chronic pain is any type of pain that lasts longer than you might expect. Chronic pain can result after an injury or after recovering from many types of illnesses. However, there are three main culprits that we’ll focus on here: Lower back pain, headaches, and arthritis. A physical therapist can work with you to help relieve pain or even eliminate it completely.
The goal of any exercise program is to leave you feeling healthier and stronger than when you began. Therapeutic exercise has similar goals, but incorporates a wide range of activities that help you regain or maintain your strength, flexibility, balance, endurance, or stability. Whether you have been injured, experienced an illness, or are simply noticing you are losing your physical abilities, therapeutic exercise can prevent impairment and disability while improving your overall fitness. Typically performed as a part of a physical therapy treatment plan, this type of exercise is prescribed by a physical therapist.
The manual pressure provided by a therapist during trigger point therapy is intended to relax and normalize trigger points within the fascia, a widespread, sheath-like, fibrous tissue encasing your musculoskeletal structures. Fascia, which is normally pliant and flexible, is important for protecting muscles, tendons, ligaments, bones, and nerves and helps them move together in a coordinated way. However, when stress, injury, poor posture, repetitive movement, or poor nutrition or hydration is imposed on the body, the fascia can become inelastic and stiff. This restricts the normal movement of the connective tissues beneath, leading to pain, immobility, and even an increased risk of injury.
Gait and balance problems are usually related to each other and stem from an illness or some type of abnormality in the body. Gait problems are actually one of the leading causes of falls among older Americans. If something is wrong with your gait (the way you walk), working with a physical therapist can help restore your normal gait. Contact our office if you want to learn more about the gait and balance therapy we provide.
Wouldn’t you like to be pain free in half the time?
Why make 18–24 visits to a physical therapist when you can receive better results in 3–4 visits. Most people find it difficult to take an hour out of their day three days a week to go to treatments—not to mention, gas, traffic, and getting a sitter. And if your co-pay is higher, or you have a high deductible, the benefits of NY Sports and Spinal Physical Therapy are even greater!
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