Neck pain shouldn't keep you from the activities you love. At Urban Physical Therapy in Ithaca, NY, you get 60-minute, one-on-one sessions with a Doctor of Physical Therapy — no referral required. We don't just treat your symptoms. We find the root cause, rebuild your strength, and get you moving without limits again.
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You're Missing Out on Life
Chronic neck pain sidelines you from workouts, outdoor activities, and even a good night's sleep. The longer you wait, the harder it is to get back to where you were.
Generic PT Isn't Solving It
Short sessions, rotating staff, and cookie-cutter exercises treat the surface — not the source. Without addressing the root cause, pain keeps coming back.
Ignoring It Only Makes Things Worse
Untreated neck pain can lead to headaches, nerve symptoms, and reduced shoulder and upper back function. Waiting isn't a strategy — it's a risk.
Urban Physical Therapy was built for people who want more than pain relief. Every session is 60 minutes, one-on-one with a Doctor of Physical Therapy — because real recovery takes real time and real attention. We combine hands-on manual therapy with strength-focused rehabilitation so you leave every session stronger, not just less sore.
• 60-minute, 1-on-1 sessions with a Doctor of Physical Therapy — every single visit, no aides or assistants
• Fitness-forward rehab with access to 10,000+ sq ft of athletic space at Pallas Fitness — right where you train
• No referral needed — New York is a direct access state, so you can start care today
"Rather than just treating the symptoms, he took the time to evaluate everything holistically and built a personalized plan tailored to my specific needs and goals. We didn't just work on getting me out of pain — he made sure I rebuilt the strength and stability to stay that way."
1. Root: Find the Real Cause
We don't just treat the site of pain. We perform a thorough evaluation of your entire body to determine the root cause of your pain and help get you out of pain faster.
2. Restore: Rebuild Function
We work to restore normal tissue function through mobility, strength, and stability interventions tailored to your body's specific needs.
3. Reload: Build Resilience
We sufficiently reload tissues and create resiliency by helping you get stronger and move better in activities directly related to your overall goals. This vital component is often missing from traditional rehab.
Whether your neck pain comes from a sports injury, a desk job, posture issues, or an old injury that never healed right, our evidence-based approach helps you recover completely. We treat a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions — and we're one of the top-rated neck pain physical therapy providers near me in the Ithaca area. If you're living with pain, we can help you get back to living.
"I came to Eric after a fall left me with a painful shoulder injury. From the first session, it was clear his approach was different from traditional PT. Rather than just treating the symptoms, he took the time to evaluate everything holistically and built a personalized plan tailored to my specific needs and goals. What really sets Eric apart is the strength training focus. We didn't just work on getting me out of pain—he made sure I rebuilt the strength and stability to stay that way."
"I highly recommend Urban PT. I started working with Eric after two injuries (ankle and shoulder) were preventing me from rock climbing, and I wanted to recover enough to do an outdoor climb 3 months later. I was able to meet that goal, and now, several months later, I am able to improve my climbing and get stronger again. This has been the best PT experience I've had because it's not been just about alleviating pain and getting back to what is 'normal' but getting to be able to continue to do what I want to do."
"A little less than a year ago I developed a very painful case of tennis elbow, in my case guitar elbow. I worked with Eric on strength and mobility conditioning, aimed at helping me get stronger and more flexible in ways that would support key parts of the body related to the elbow and provide general/overall strength building and mobility. Not only does my elbow feel and work great now, I'm very happy with my overall improved conditioning and my greater commitment to strength and mobility workouts going forward. 5 stars."
Expert, one-on-one care from a Doctor of Physical Therapy
Founder and Doctor of Physical Therapy with certification as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist. Eric earned his DPT from Samuel Merritt University and specializes in orthopedic rehabilitation, return to sport, post-operative care, and manual therapy. A former collegiate baseball player, Eric understands the drive to compete and opened Urban PT in 2018 to offer personalized, hour-long appointments focused on getting patients back to 100%.
Just 7 min from Downtown, Ithaca, NY via E Seneca St, Taughannock Blvd, and Taber St. We're located at 241 Cherry St inside Pallas Fitness—easy to find and just 1.4 miles from the heart of downtown.
Do I need a referral to start physical therapy for neck pain?
No referral required. New York is a direct access state, which means you can schedule directly with our Doctor of Physical Therapy and begin care right away — no prescription or physician visit needed first.
What does a typical session look like?
Every session is 60 minutes, one-on-one with Eric Robinson, PT, DPT, CSCS. Sessions typically combine hands-on manual therapy (joint mobilization, soft tissue work, myofascial release) with progressive therapeutic exercise tailored to your specific condition and goals.
How long will it take to recover from neck pain?
Recovery timelines vary depending on the cause and severity of your neck pain. During your initial evaluation, we'll assess your condition thoroughly and give you a realistic, personalized timeline. Most patients begin experiencing meaningful improvement within the first few weeks of consistent care.
Do you treat conditions other than neck pain?
Absolutely. We treat a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions including low back pain, sciatica, shoulder injuries, knee pain, hip pain, and more — as well as post-surgical rehabilitation and return-to-sport recovery. If you're unsure whether we can help, call us and we'll let you know.
Where is Urban Physical Therapy located, and where can I park?
We're located inside Pallas Fitness at 241 Cherry Street, Ithaca, NY 14850 — just 7 minutes from Downtown Ithaca. From downtown, take E Seneca St to N Fulton St, then W State St to Taber St, which becomes Cherry St. Parking is available on-site.
