Welcome to Columbia Physical Therapy, P.C. Our facility was established in 1987 by Doreen and Robert Frank to provide physical therapy and sports therapy to patients in East Greenbush NY, Albany NY and the surrounding areas. We specialize in rehabilitation of musculoskeletal and sports injuries, industrial injuries and adult neurological conditions.

 

Columbia Physical Therapy, P.C. has two offices in East Greenbush/Schodack and Valatie/Kinderhook to conveniently serve residents of Rensselaer, Albany and Columbia counties. Each location is staffed by licensed physical therapists and certified physical therapist assistants. Whether you need TMJ treatment, aquatic therapy, sports therapy, anodyne therapy or physical therapy, we are dedicated to providing the highest quality physical therapy using the latest rehabilitative techniques that are tailored to your specific injury.

 

Owners Doreen and Robert Frank graduated from Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse, NY in 1981. The entire staff of Columbia Physical Therapy, P.C. is committed to quality care. We regularly attend continuing education programs, which enables us to stay current on the latest and most progressive rehabilitation techniques to provide our patients with the best care possible.

 

We encourage you to browse our website to learn more about sports therapy, TMJ treatment, physical therapy, aquatic therapy, anodyne therapy and our other services. You can find information about physical therapy, the referral process, billing, our staff and more. If you need services in East Greenbush, NY, Albany, NY or the surrounding areas, call Columbia Physical Therapy, P.C.

 

May 2012 Newsletter: Avoid Common Hip and Knee Injuries that result from Running

Each day millions of Americans run for fun, sport, and fitness. While running is a great form of physical activity, it can be hard on the lower extremities. The impact forces during running can be 2-3 times one's bodyweight, making the legs vulnerable to injury. Snapping Hip Syndrome or Iliotibial Band Syndrome are two injuries that commonly affect a runners hip or knee. These can be caused by tight muscles, poor mechanics, bad footwear, overuse, or a variety of factors. A physical therapist employs tests also may include an analysis of, strength, range of motion, and muscle length to diagnose accordingly.

"Once a cause is determined, a physical therapist will design an individualized course of treatment to address the cause of the problem. This treatment plan may include exercises for flexibility, stability, balance, strength, and joint range of motion,"
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