Perfect Stride Physical Therapy

I lived in chronic neck & back pain for about 4 years. I had one surgery and a few years of physical therapy including shots in my spine, shoulders & knees. Nothing was helping. I was suffering from depression, loss of sleep & had made up my mind to have a second surgery. A friend recommended this one last place & promised they were the best. When I visited Perfect Stride I was so discouraged but they guaranteed to teach me the necessary exercises I needed to live a pain free life. Of course I didn’t believe them & still kept my surgery as scheduled. After only the second week of therapy at perfect stride i started to feel relief. It’s been about 4 months now and I am feeling so much better, i even canceled the surgery! I feel so happy with my progress.
The Team there is super professional and knowledgeable about everything they do. The facility is clean and comfortable. They work with you one on one and walk you through each & every step. I am so blessed to have found them and advise anyone in pain to give them a try. Do not waste anymore time & money on temporary relief. Get on the road to recovery right away and don’t let 4 years go by the way I did! My coworkers had to see it to believe it. They are now on the road to recovery themselves at perfect stride. I even had my son come in, that’s how much I trust them. Thank you Perfect Stride for all you do, You’ve changed my life!

I had the pleasure of working with Vikash once a week for the past 9 months to regain strength in my knee. His friendly, open, and extremely knowledgeable demeanor caused this seemingly frustrating task to be genuinely enjoyable.
Vikash’s knowledge and expertise of the body, PT exercises, and people-​skills, make Perfect Stride both a healing and fun environment.
I had spent time at other Physical Therapy practices before, and this is by far the best. One-​on-​one attention for the entire hour sped up my heeling, since Vikash knew first hand the changes in my knee week-​to-​week.
They also submit your insurance claims for you!
I cannot recommend Vikash and the Perfect Stride team more.

I saw Joseph LaVacca this week after getting a recommendation from a crossfit coach that specializes in yoga and movement patterns in general.
Joe did a quick functional movement screen that was more effective at quickly diagnosing all my body’s imperfections than any physical therapist I’ve met.
The best part was that he gave me actionable advice:
1) Stretches to perform and when to do them
2) Movements to avoid
3) Movements I can substitute instead
This is huge. I think most people give the typical diagnosis like «your shoulder hurts» (duh!) or advice like «do nothing for a really long time and see if it gets better» (not helpful).
I’m not a physical therapist so it’s hard for me to give a professional evaluation, but this place had the right feel to inspire confidence:
— At no point did he try to sell me on coming in regularly, he didn’t even ask me to come back unless I think I need to. It’s not one of those places that has you come in 100 times for some massage/​adjustment that doesn’t do anything but cost you time and money.
— The first thing he asked me to do was an overhead squat with a pole (no weight), great sign that he knows what he’s doing.
— In addition to bands and other standard equipment, they have a squat rack and kettlebells. I have way more confidence in someone that works on athletes vs sedentary types.
— There was a copy of Kelly Starrett’s Supple Leopard book in the waiting room, icing on the cake.
I’m only 2 days into trying the stretches and substitutions that Joe gave me, but I’m excited to see how it works out. So far I’m optimistic.

Great Facility. Even better therapists.
The facility itself is very clean. Spacious, lots of natural light, and top of the line equipment. The PTs and administrative team are very friendly and accommodating.
Joseph LaVacca was my physical therapist, and for the two months I was in rehab with him, I saw immediate results. After fracturing two bones in my foot from a contact sport related injury, I didn’t think I’d be able to get back into the martial art that I loved: Muay Thai. Joe’s knowledge, attention to detail and technique not only made me feel comfortable, but made me feel confident in returning. Prior to him, I didn’t think this was possible.
Joe — you’re amazing and I’m so glad that you helped me get back on my feet! (Quite literally).
I can’t recommend this place enough. Perfect Stride is simply the best.

As an injury-​prone former college athlete, I have seen my fair share of injuries and physical therapists over the years, so trust me when I say that Perfect Stride is the BEST PT practice I’ve ever come across. After I’d rolled my ankle one too many times, my podiatrist referred me to the Perfect Stride team. Joe impressed me from my first visit with his thorough and modern approach; he didn’t just assess my history and ankle; he looked at my gait, posture, and took me through some functional movement tests.
Over the next several weeks, Joe and the rest of the Perfect Stride gang helped me with my ankle, as well as some nagging hip and back pain that was bothering me. I loved having the whole hour of one on one attention as opposed to being pawned off onto an assistant, and the exercises they gave me were super-​helpful. Bonus: their facility is super-​clean, well-​equipped, and the atmosphere is casual, upbeat, and fun.
In a city full of insurance billing factories who throw a heating pad and stim on you for 45 minutes (I know from experience), Perfect Stride is the real deal. When my other aches and pains inevitably pop up in the future, they are the first place I will be calling.

I came in with a shoulder injury and within 6 weeks not only is my shoulder in great shape but I can touch my toes (never could of done that before). The physical therapist’s Will, Joe and Taylor were amazing and went more than above not just to fix my shoulder but to make sure my whole upper body was in proper shape! I would recommend perfect stride to anyone with any type of pain!

Perfect Stride is the best. I had issues with plantar fasciitis in the past and was forced to go to physical therapy but I didn’t have positive results from it so I never really understood the benefit of PT. However Perfect Stride has completely changed my view on PT and I can’t imagine going anywhere else.
Last year I jumped off a box, landed on a foam roller and severely sprained my ankle. I was reluctant to go to PT because of my past experience so I got my own crutches and attempted to just let it heal on its own. After a month I still had pain and issues walking, and a very swollen ankle. I really thought I’d never be able to walk normally or wear sandals or heels again. I called Jessica Kwong for acupuncture and she pointed me towards Perfect Stride, convincing me to just give it a try.
After just one week of PT I had drastic improvement. The swelling and pain went down exponentially and Vikash really broke it down to the basics. Part of the training involved correcting my form on walking, squatting and running which not only helped the healing process but also has provided long term benefits in my regular workout routine.
Last week I sprained my thumb and had throbbing pain throughout the day and lost all range of motion. I went to see Vikash the next day and after that one treatment I could move my thumb again.
Perfect Stride has a great group of therapist and a really fun an positive environment. As an active person who loves to push myself, I can confidently say that they’re not only interested in helping you recover from the injury, they are also very invested in training you through proper, preventative techniques that will help your active or non-​active lifestyle in the long term.

I participate in combat sports, and training has left me with tendonitis in both feet. The pain became so unbearable, and started to get in the way of my training. I’ve worked with Joe and Dan over the past year, and with their help I have a new lease on my body. A session consists of a full hour, and the time is spent on strengthening and mobility as well as any therapy deemed necessary. After regular visits, I am able to effectively manage my pain in time for my next competition. They both worked on ensuring my recovery and rehabilitation was both timely and painless as much as possible. It is astounding how effective my treatment has been, and I’ve recommended other athletes in the Mixed Martial Arts community to their practice. I would recommend them to anyone looking to help avoid further injuries and or painful routes of surgery. These guys are the best!

I owe these guys a review because they’ve changed my life.
Having suffered from long time occupational stress, I found my way to Vikash at Perfect Stride. Having been in PT for 3 months prior to finding him, I was skeptical I would ever get better. Two months later the amount of progress I have made is astonishing, and as a result, I am now almost pain free, have a better idea how to move my body, and will likely be able to work in my career many years to come. Don’t let the name fool you, Perfect Stride isn’t just for runners and athletes, my shoulder knows better!
Vikash spends a full one-​on-​one hour with me each session and pushes me just hard enough to make progress without complicating my problem. No useless old school therapies here, it’s a simple studio where these guys are well versed in the most current effective modalities I’ve ever used. Oh, and they are ALL nice. Austin keeps their scheduling and billing on point and stress free. Vikash and Perfect Stride is always the best part of my day!

Perfect stride is one of the last REAL PT places in the city. You will be surprised to learn that they dedicate 100% of the time to you and if you have appointment for an hour, that hour is dedicated to you and you only and not to 10 other people who are scheduled at the same time. I have been working with Dan on my lower back issues and we built a very good relationship and he helped me tremendously. He is extremely knowledgeable and the results are showing. You are great, thank you very much!!!

I’ve been seeing VIkash for a few months at Perfect Stride. The PTs and trainers at the clinic are very friendly, professional, and knowledgeable. They really take the time to understand your needs and explain how their therapy/​exercises they recommend can truly improve any body areas that need treatment. It’s a therapy and learning experience all in one! They push for a positive outlook for all patients and truly enforce that during sessions. Great environment and great people. High recommendation for Perfect Stride and their team!

I could not speak more highly of Joe LaVacca and the care that he has provided me with multiple injuries. I first met Joe when I injured my Achilles two years ago; he not only helped me get through my physical therapy but also was such a positive influence for both my attitude and physical mobility. With his support and conviction I was able to run the Brooklyn Half Marathon post injury with record time. Joe went to great lengths to make sure I was comfortable and his extensive knowledge base within the medical field put me at ease throughout all my therapy treatments. A few years later I was reacquainted with Joe due to tendon injury in my foot. I was instantly reassured that my road to recovery would be quick and as painless as possible with his care. Joe even went as far as attending appointments with my orthopedist to ensure that both myself and the team of doctors were on the same page with my weekly recovery. Joe and his office staff are a pleasure to work with and I highly recommend his attentive care to any patient in need of physical therapy.

I came here after having recurring shoulder pain for years resulting from a sedentary job, coupled with my piss poor posture. After a sessions with Dan, the problem was gone and I am now pain-​free. These guys know what they are doing, and are nice guys to boot. Their office is first class, brand new and conveniently located.

Perfect Stride gets top marks for its extremely attentive, friendly, and caring therapists (especially Vikash!), whose one-​on-​one attention during sessions is really fantastic. Even beyond the therapy, which is first-​rate, they create a fantastic environment to work on yourself and get stronger faster. After only a few weeks of therapy for a weak hamstring, I notice significant improvement in a problem that I’d been told would take much longer to rehabilitate. I can’t say enough about how great it is to have these guys on my side.

I recommend Perfect Stride PT to anyone who has suffered an injury or who has been battling any nagging pains or discomfort. Most especially though, I recommend the team at Perfect Stride to athletes that are looking to get back into the game or make sure that they are able to stay healthy and active.
I have worked with the team for minor and major conditions ranging from a lack of mobility in my hips to a calf strain and torn ankle ligaments. In each case, they have worked to get me back into the game in a healthy and safe fashion.
A big key in that is the trust they have earned from me. Every visit, I get one-​on-​one attention, an explanation of my condition, what/​why/​how they are treating me, what I need to do, and what I can expect going forward. What more can a person ask for?
And yet there is that extra more. The atmosphere is great and the people, including other patients even, are great to engage with. That mental treatment is a huge bonus and definitely helps to get through an injury. As they say, laughter is some of the best medicine. My ankle ligaments may have torn but life is going on, milestones are being reached, I’m still laughing and I’m looking forward to getting back into the game soon. The fact that they can instill that attitude in me is something I’m very thankful for.
With the Perfect Stride team supporting me, I’m confident that I will not only recover from my injury but come back stronger than ever.