Spring Forward Physical Therapy

Spring Forward was an absolute lifesaver. After dealing with a bad case of runner’s knee for months, a friend finally recommended this practice. Everyone was exceptionally helpful and friendly. I worked with Danielle Weis, who was a wonderful physical therapist, answered my many questions, and fixed me right up.
In addition to the wonderful medical care, the practice was very helpful when it came to payment. My insurance was pretty terrible and wasn’t going to cover my PT appointments, so the staff at Spring Forward worked with me on an out-​of-​pocket rate that allowed me to bypass insurance, but still be able to afford to fix up my knee. The professionalism and care that everyone at the office demonstrated was exceptional. I highly recommend – ask for Danielle!

I have been to many Physical Therapy facilities in New York, for various reasons. I can say with the utmost confidence Spring Forward is a far superior facility to all others. The level of individual attention is unparalleled. My therapist Dr. Danielle Weis was professional, knowledgeable and kind. She tailored the sessions to my abilities and provieded emailed instructions for home exercises as well as following up to make sure I understood what I needed to do. She dismissed me when I was strong and stable and has followed up to make sure I was still in good shape (which I happily am) I highly recommend Danielle and this facility. Added bonus space is clean, nice and you never have to wait!

My experience with Mary Jean Stack & all of the staff at Spring Forward Physical Therapy was exceptional. I am very careful with any critique, expect the highest standards in customer service and only recommend the best-​of-​the-​best. Following my first visit for PT, I changed insurance and SF was not covered. However, I felt the expense was well worth the investment for the high-​quality physical care and empathy for long-​term and short-​term recovery from physical injury. The facilities are on par with any 5-​star health spa and you leave each session feeling renewed and whole.

I have never been to physical therapy before, but after a knee injury I had no choice. As an avid skier, I was resigned to the likelihood that I wouldn’t be able to ski quite as well as I had before. Once I couldn’t ignore my knee any longer, I reluctantly went to Spring Forward. Right from entering the office, I was greeted warmly and personally which really set the tone for what was to come — a highly personalized and tailored program for my knee that got me back to my normal self within weeks.
As a health professional myself, my standards are already pretty high. Mary Jean not only exceeded them but she worked intensively with me on a customized program that pushed me but was within my limits and abilities as well. She was extremely friendly, professional and, most importantly, highly effective. Each week I could literally feel positive results. I’m now looking forward to ski season with the same enthusiasm as before and without any hesitation, which is something I couldn’t imagine just a few months ago before. If you’re reading this review and in need of physical therapy your search is over. Now go get better.

A friend referred me to this wonderful caring facility. I presented with knee pain which was treated and corrected so quickly I decided to have my frozen shoulder treated as well. I had been through treatment for a frozen shoulder twice previously and dreaded the painful treatment that awaited me.
To my surprise the treatment I received for my frozen shoulder was not painful at all, rather it was so caring and gentle I regretted not having started treatment earlier instead of suffering with the frozen shoulder. Now I am near the completion of treatment and my shoulder has been returned to nearly full range of motion and is pain free.

I came to Lynn with tendinitis in my knee, IT band issues and weak hips. I was signed up to run the NYC Marathon in seven months and was in no condition to do so. I could barely walk. However, in just a few short weeks Lynn had already started to turn things around and I was back to walking without a limp. In another four weeks I was running short distances and soon after that I was able to start training for the big race. Lynn got me back on my feet, literally! He offers great advice, listens to your concerns and has spectacular bedside manner. I would recommend him to anyone that needs a physical therapist.

Spring Forward Physical Therapy is a life saver! I was referred to Lynn in August by my knee doctor, who was helping me with my IT band syndrome. I had just about lost all hope that I would ever run again when I first met with Lynn, as my injury had been preventing me from running for almost 7 months. I left my first session with a new sense of optimism and determination — after thoroughly examining my knee and hearing my story, Lynn enthusiastically told me that I’d be running again in no time and that he knew exactly what work had to be done. Explaining to me the anatomy of my knee and the exact goals of our work together (strengthening surrounding muscles, stabilizing my hips etc), I was more motivated than ever to diligently do my home exercises and come back on a weekly basis for the next few months. In our sessions, Lynn was very hands-​on, mobilizing my IT band and massaging different areas of my knee. I began feeling improvement only after a few weeks, and now, not only am I running again, but I also feel stronger than ever. Most importantly, though, Lynn has given me a new-​found and invaluable knowledge of how to protect my knee going forward.
Lynn is incredibly smart about how the body works and an overall fantastic physical therapist. I feel so lucky to have found him! He is also very amiable and makes sessions lively and fun. I have also had the pleasure of working once with Mary Jean, who I also highly recommend.
Spring Forward is conveniently located and in a beautiful, clean facility. I can’t thank Spring Forward enough and would recommend it to anyone without any hesitation.

Lynn is quite simply an amazing physical therapist whom I recommend wholeheartedly! I saw him with a degenerative disc /​L5-​S1 region. Surgeons were talking to me about surgery. I went to Lynn and with his expertise and treatment, he had me up and walking with minimal discomfort ! He’s a miracle worker !

Simply amazing! You will not meet anyone that offers this level of attention and support.
I came in around late June 2013 as a referral from a client who could not stop talking about Lynn.
I was on crutches with post op knee surgery (tibial Plateau fracture with some hardware installed) and I’m currently fully weight bearing and walking unassisted with a slight limp, which is entirely my fault as a result of not doing the exercises Lynn recommended. I lied and told him I was doing them but I rarely did them. But we are currently working on extension and I’m confident I’ll be playing tennis again very soon.

When I first went to Spring Forward, I could barely walk. My feet were so swollen that they looked like balloons. Within the first visit, Lynn Berman was able to assess the issues and able to begin treating them with his magic hands. I say «magic» because in just a few visits, he was able to deflate those balloon feet and continue to address the underlying issue: «The worst case of plantar faciitis» my foot surgeon had ever seen. Soon, Lynn was able to treat my feet so I was able to run around the City again.
Lynn was incredibly attentive and able to identify the problem area. He focused on those areas and always sought my input. Besides being able to do all that, Lynn also is very amiable, so the time just flew by. He also was able to determine the exercises I could do at home to expediate my recovery.
I later had a bad case of carpal tunnel syndrom. My hand surgeon was certain that I would need surgery and was doubtful that physical therapy would help. Six weeks later, my hand surgeon was amazed that the pain was gone. He said he never had a case where physical therapy solved an issue that he was certain required as surgery. Lynn Berman was able to do that with his magic hands.
I cannot recommend Spring Forward highly enough. Lynn Berman is the best. In fact, when my foot surgeon had her own back and shoulder issues, she went to him. He is always the first physical therapist she recommends.
Spring Forward is conveniently located, but even if it wasn’t, it is still THE place to go if you need relief from pain.

I was referred to Dr. Lynn Berman at Spring Forward Physical Therapy by one of the top Sports Orthopedic Surgeons in the Upper East Side. He promised me that if anyone could help me overcome the PFPS that had developed in both knees after years of wear-​and-​tear from Crossfit, it would be Dr. Berman. He called Lynn directly on the spot and made the appointment for me.
I was a bit nervous to start physical therapy because I felt that it would be a waste of my time. In the first session with Lynn, we sat and he asked me a ton of questions to get a full download of what was ailing me. After evaluating me further, he came up with a plan for my treatment — recommended I see him twice per week for therapy and that I would need to be diligent about the home care exercises he prescribed.
Lynn is a very hands-​on physical therapist and he employs different modalities to help his patients. For my knees, that meant a lot of weird knee/​leg massages and some kind of ultrasound machine; both felt like nothing was happening… magic! Each session finished with 15-​minutes of cold therapy (ice packs). I was told to be very careful about my movements; Lynn taught me how to properly perform daily activities, such as walking up/​down stairs in a way that wouldn’t aggravate my knees. We also worked through several exercises along the way. I was desperate to continue my workout routine, and Lynn worked with me on modifications so that I could exercise without hurting myself. I did my home care exercises every night. Lynn told me it would be important for me to build strength in my weak areas to support proper knee function.
All that being said, it is now 3-​months later and I am back to Crossfit! More than anything, what I took away from my physical therapy sessions with Lynn was that I needed to be more aware of what I was doing to prevent future injury. Lynn was clear about his expectations from me as a patient as well. While I am back to my routine, there are a lot of things I still don’t yet do (or at least I do them with less weight).
What I liked most about Lynn is that he is caring and not judgmental. I was adamant with him about my desire to continue with my workout albeit high-​impact, and he was keen on helping me get there. Lynn is also a riot and made each session super fun.
Spring Forward Physical Therapy is a professional, well-​run establishment filled with knowledgable and caring professionals. The new office on 60^th Street is absolutely gorgeous. Tanesha, the receptionist, is a doll. I would recommend Dr. Berman or any therapist in this facility without reservation.

I’ve had chronic neck pain for years. The x-​ray and diagnosis from my physician was arthritis from fused vertebrate. However, after an initial consult with Lynn, he was able to accurately identify my problem and clearly describe to me exactly what was going on with my spine and neck — he was confident that my vertebrate were not fused. After just the first two visits he was able to get movement in my vertebrate and my body responded rapidly to his treatment within a few weeks. He has an extremely intuitive approach, and the knowledge and skill to correct problems with a non-​aggressive method. I am extremely thankful for Lynn. He has provided me with a pain free life!
They also have a gorgeous new office on 61^st street that is incredible! I would highly recommend Spring Forward.