Physical Therapy Center of Excellence

"I have read through some recent reviews and couldn't agree more how very professional, knowledgeable and caring are the therapists at PTCOE, and how rewarding and pleasant is each experience at the facility. Since my hip injury three months ago I have gained much flexibility, strength, and confidence that a full recovery is possible at an advanced age. I received excellent care from Rick, my primary therapist, and also from Martin - both of whom I recommend most highly!"

"Great physical therapy facility with great employees. I have been going to them for several months now and the improvement to my overall physical and mental wellbeing has been dramatic. While all their employees have been outstanding, I would specifically like to call out the help that Rick Richardson has provided to me. He is very knowledgeable of procedures and the best therapy to help expedite the healing process. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend his services to any of my friends. Ed Y"

"November 26 2022, back at Hunter Mountain, New York. I was there, skiing with my daughter, excited for the season's first runs. We decided to make some fun videos on the slopes, but little did we know that a moment in time was going to occur that would change everything (check video). A ski accident where my tips jammed into the front of the mogul, a yard sale of my gear, my shoulder hit hard into a hidden block of ice, and I barrel rolled 75+ feet down the mountain on top of my keys that were in my coat pocket (only take your key fob!). My shoulder was broken in four places, fragments everywhere. The severity of the injury was undeniable, especially in the stark, clinical lights of the mountains ER. The break was displaced so the surgery required seven screws and a plate. The longer term prognosis from the orthopedist was disheartening - an entire season off the slopes…but this just was not something I could accept. Skiing isn't just a hobby for me; it's the time I cherish most with my three children. The thought of missing it was unbearable. In search of hope, I turned to rehabilitation. A family member, with her doctorate in physical therapy, directed me to one place: The Physical Therapy Center of Excellence (PTCOE), and specifically, to Rick. Rick wasn't just a therapist; he was a mentor who had been through a similar ordeal. He pushed me, knowing the extent of rehabilitation I needed, not just for my shoulder but for my spirit too. The journey was tough, filled with moments of doubt, especially facing the unique challenge of my body forming excessive scar tissue. This challenge limits the range of motion and is frequently only solved by an orthopedic surgeon performing a second surgery to clean out the scar tissue and perform Manipulation Under Anesthesia. Rick's determination and expertise helped me avoid that. Amidst this, I also battled with an older injury, two herniated discs. The pain was relentless, but then I met Martin. His insights into back issues were remarkable. He realized that there was most likely a connection between my shoulder injury and the way I was bending my back. Under his care and alongside Rick’s, my path from debilitating pain to walking normally was nothing short of miraculous. Now time for the results… Not only did I regain my full range of motion, but I returned to the slopes in just 8 WEEKS. That season, I skied more than ever, even making it to Colorado for an unforgettable four-day trip. In this journey of healing and overcoming, PTCOE has been more than a rehabilitation center to me – they have been my beacon of hope in the darkest times. They didn't just mend my injuries; they restored my spirit, rekindled my passion for skiing, and brought priceless moments back into my life. Those laughter-filled days on the slopes with my children, the exhilarating freedom of carving through fresh snow – all of it was returned to me, against all odds. If I'm lucky, perhaps I can even be like the 84 year old guy who I met on the gondola at Vail (check out picture of me with 84 year old guy). His words of wisdom in a nutshell? "Some of my family thinks I am too old to be out here. But if I'm going to go out of this world, at least I'm going out doing something that I love, with people that I love surrounded with all of God's beauty and glory." He doesn't know it, but he made it to the top of my idol list that day. To anyone who finds themselves facing what seems like insurmountable physical challenges, know this: there is a place where healing is nurtured, where limits are defied, and where each step towards recovery is celebrated. At the PTCOE, you will find not just expert therapists, but genuine healers of the body and soul. They transform despair into hope, pain into strength, and challenges into triumphs. I stand here today, a testament to their extraordinary work. If you seek to turn the tide in your own journey of healing, there is no better place to start than the PTCOE. By the way it is true. Bones Heal, But Glory Is Forever! See you on the slopes : )"

"I cannot say enough good things about the therapists at PTCOE! Martin, Jill and Rick have all helped me so much with my back pain and also recovery from a knee surgery. I am eternally grateful for their tremendous knowledge and how much they care about their patients. I ALWAYS look forward to my therapy sessions and I always feel so much better because of them. I heartily recommend them to anyone who needs PT!"

"This was my very first time getting seriously injured, I severely sprained and tore ligaments in my right ankle when I fell off my horse, I am 49 years old. Had no idea how injured I really was until I attempted every day life, driving, stairs and jogging after being laid up for 6 weeks. Everything was a struggle with pain and reduced motion attached, had no idea what physical therapy could do for me. I worked with Leanne and after just 1 session I was able to walk easier and go up stairs with less stiffness. After two sessions I rode my horse again something I had been afraid to do, after I fell, thinking the pain would be too intense, I felt great. If you do the training that they show you in therapy on your own, the results are significant. Leanne is so knowledgeable with a plethora of “tricks” to get my full range of motion back, and I am forever grateful. If you have an injury and need physical therapy, don’t put it off, you owe it to yourself to get back to the normal that you once had before."