Exceptional Care. Individualized to Every Stage of Growth.
Growing bodies have unique needs. From the demands of competitive athletics to the physical changes of adolescence, children and teens benefit from care that considers their development, activities, goals, and individual biomechanics.
At Flex, we provide personalized, one-on-one care to help children and adolescents move with confidence, recover from injury, improve strength and mobility, and reach their full potential. Our evidence-based approach combines expert hands-on treatment, targeted exercise, movement education, and individualized programming to address the source of symptoms, support lasting results, and help prevent future injury.
Whether your child is returning to the field after surgery, managing scoliosis, experiencing neck pain from prolonged screen use, or working toward a new personal record, we tailor treatment to their needs and goals.
Conditions Treated
- Sports Injuries & Return to Sport — Rehabilitation following sprains, strains, overuse injuries, and other athletic injuries, with progressive preparation for a safe return to play.
- Sports Performance & Injury Prevention — Targeted strength, mobility, balance, coordination, and movement training to support athletic development and reduce injury risk.
- Personal Records & Performance Goals — Individualized programming to improve strength, speed, power, mobility, movement efficiency, and sport-specific performance.
- Pre- and Post-Operative Rehabilitation — Structured rehabilitation following orthopedic surgery to restore mobility, strength, function, and readiness for everyday activities and sports.
- Growth-Related Injuries & Overuse Conditions — Care for activity-related pain and injuries associated with growth, repetitive loading, and increased athletic demands.
- Scoliosis & Spinal Health — Individualized assessment and exercise-based support for posture, spinal mobility, strength, body awareness, and functional comfort, coordinated with the child’s medical team as appropriate.
- Tech Neck & Postural Strain — Treatment for neck, shoulder, and upper-back discomfort associated with prolonged phone, tablet, computer, and desk use.
- Back & Neck Pain — Evaluation and treatment of acute or persistent discomfort, mobility restrictions, and movement-related symptoms.
- Knee, Hip, Ankle & Foot Pain — Rehabilitation for joint pain, tendon irritation, muscle strains, sprains, and lower-extremity injuries.
- Shoulder, Elbow & Wrist Injuries — Targeted care for throwing, racquet, gymnastics, strength-training, and other upper-extremity demands.
- Balance, Coordination & Movement Mechanics — Training to improve body awareness, stability, movement control, and functional performance.
- Post-Fracture Rehabilitation — Progressive restoration of strength, range of motion, and function following fracture healing and medical clearance.
- Preventative Care & Wellness — Movement assessments and personalized exercise strategies to support healthy development, physical confidence, and long-term participation in activities.
Specific Techniques Utilized:
- Advanced Manual Therapy Techniques
- Joint and Soft Tissue Mobilization
- Strengthening, Flexibility & Mobility Training
- Sport-Specific Exercise & Movement Training
- Neuromuscular Reeducation
- Balance, Coordination & Proprioception Training
- Postural Training & Ergonomic Education
- Core Stability & Movement Control
- Functional Movement Assessment
- Progressive Return to Sport Programming
- Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization
- Trigger Point & Myofascial Release
- Cupping, When Clinically Appropriate
- Individualized Home Exercise Programs
- Post Operative Rehabilitation
- Injury Prevention & Performance Optimization
Modalities:
- Electrical Stimulation, When Indicated
- Therapeutic Ultrasound, When Indicated
- Hypervolt Theragun
- Heat and Ice
Schedule Your Consultation Today
Help your child move better, feel stronger, and get back to what they love.
Call Flex Physical Therapy at: 212.579.3539
UPPER WEST SIDE: 278 West 81st Street, Ground Floor New York, NY 10024
COLD SPRING:3021 Route 9 Cold Spring, NY 10516