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Physical Therapy & Fascial Counterstrain (FCS) Specialists
in Midtown East & the Upper West Side.

We combine advanced manual therapy, neurological rehabilitation, and Fascial Counterstrain to resolve pain at its source and deliver lasting results.

Request an AppointmentCall (212) 922-0044
Dr. Dmitry Shestakovsky, Louisa Powers, DPT and Dr. Gregory Trakhtenberg at Midtown East Physical Therapy in New York, NY

Welcome to Midtown East Physical Therapy

We find the cause, then we treat it

At Midtown East Physical Therapy our philosophy of care focuses on establishing an accurate diagnosis of the source responsible for your pain and symptoms. Once we have established a cause and effect relationship by accurate palpation and assessment of the body, we begin to treat using the latest in manual therapy.

That work runs from Fascial Counterstrain of the muscles, ligaments and tendons to Fascial Counterstrain of the visceral system (liver, lungs and more), the lymphatic and venous system (veins and lymph) and bone (periosteum), through to spinal adjustments and deep tissue massage.

Each patient receives a rehabilitation program customized to meet their individual needs. We don't just treat the symptoms. We find and eliminate the cause, or in most cases the causes, of your pain and dysfunction.

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Meet Your Provider

Choose your provider

Six clinicians, one approach: locate the structure driving your symptoms, then treat it directly.

What We Treat

Our Services

The latest in manual medicine, applied to the cause of your pain.

Fascial Counterstrain

A hands-on method for releasing spasm throughout the body.

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Headaches

Natural headache relief through Fascial Counterstrain.

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TMJ Treatment

Manual care for the jaw, and everything connected to it.

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Shoulder Pain

Finding the cause of restricted, painful shoulders.

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Spinal Manipulation

Long-term relief from the underlying source of back pain.

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Pelvic Physical Therapy

A safe, non-invasive approach to pelvic floor dysfunction.

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Fascial Counterstrain

A hands-on method for releasing spasm throughout the body.

Learn More about Fascial Counterstrain

Headaches

Natural headache relief through Fascial Counterstrain.

Learn More about Headaches

TMJ Treatment

Manual care for the jaw, and everything connected to it.

Learn More about TMJ Treatment

Shoulder Pain

Finding the cause of restricted, painful shoulders.

Learn More about Shoulder Pain

Spinal Manipulation

Long-term relief from the underlying source of back pain.

Learn More about Spinal Manipulation

Pelvic Physical Therapy

A safe, non-invasive approach to pelvic floor dysfunction.

Learn More about Pelvic Physical Therapy

Fascial Counterstrain

A hands-on method for releasing spasm throughout the body.

Learn More about Fascial Counterstrain

Headaches

Natural headache relief through Fascial Counterstrain.

Learn More about Headaches

TMJ Treatment

Manual care for the jaw, and everything connected to it.

Learn More about TMJ Treatment

Shoulder Pain

Finding the cause of restricted, painful shoulders.

Learn More about Shoulder Pain

Spinal Manipulation

Long-term relief from the underlying source of back pain.

Learn More about Spinal Manipulation

Pelvic Physical Therapy

A safe, non-invasive approach to pelvic floor dysfunction.

Learn More about Pelvic Physical Therapy

Videos

Hear it from our therapists

Short introductions from the clinicians who will be treating you.

  • Gregory Trakhtenberg, MPT

    Doctor of Physical Therapy

  • Dmitry Shestakovsky, DPT

    Doctor of Physical Therapy

  • Louisa Powers, DPT

    Doctor of Physical Therapy

What our patients say

Reviews from our Google Business Profile

  • I changed several physical therapy locations and medical services until I found this place. This is the best place where professionals work. And the result is obvious. Just two weeks after my knee surgery, my injured leg got better. The swelling has gone and the leg began to bend. My operating surgeon is amazed at such results. Special thanks to Dr. Greg, who has an individual approach to each patient, as well as Dr. Dmitry and Dr. Louisa. They work professionally! The atmosphere is wonderful! Many thanks for their work! I am happy that I finally found what I needed. Highly recommended!

    Irina S.

  • Adding to the chorus of glowing reviews, Dmitry and Louisa have been absolutely wonderful to work with over the last few months. They identified the source of my issues on day one, and over the course of my therapy have shown incredible warmth, knowledge, patience and professionalism. Would highly recommend the practice!

    Anna V.

  • I work in the healthcare industry and work closely with other Physical Therapist professionals and I am very selective about who I recommend. If you need a place for Physical Therapy come meet Greg and Louisa! Their intelligence, personality, work ethic and ability to get you back on your feet is truly impressive! One session and you will leave feeling completely better! I only recommend individuals that I feel would have the highest professional standards and Greg and Louisa are who I will trust with myself or my family.

    Dave V.

  • Absolutely love the staff here! They are so professional yet friendly. The receptionist Brianna is absolutely outgoing and she definitely makes everything so much easier! Louisa is by far the best PT I have yet to come across. She is super knowledgeable in what she does and my progress recovering with her has been amazing. Great job!

    Selena O.

  • Dr Trakhtenberg helped me a lot with my neck and back issues. During a vacation in NYC I had a crisis of pain and muscle spasms that I could not even get out of bed. In only 4 sessions I was able to be pain free! Great guy! Would recommend him without a doubt.

    Andrea M.
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Two Manhattan offices

Same practice, same approach. Call (212) 922-0044 and we will book you into whichever location works best.