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.

 

June 2013 Newsletter: Hip Bursitis

Hip bursitis is a common problem that occurs when the fluid filled sac (bursa) around the outer hip joint becomes inflamed. Bursitis can be caused by a fall, running oriented sports, and it can even occur in post-operative patients. There is also thought that degeneration of the gluteal muscle tendons can play a role in hip bursitis in older adults. The most common symptom is pain on the outside of the hip, especially when lying on the affected side, or during long periods of walking, standing or sitting. Mild cases can often resolve with anti-inflammatories and rest. In more severe cases, physical therapy can help to address range of motion and strength deficits. A physical therapist at Columbia Physical Therapy can assess your symptoms and determine a course of treatment that may include manual therapy, stretching of the IT band
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