We help active adults and athletes of all ages build strength, mobility, and resilience so you can do everything you love without limitations.
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Short Sessions, Limited Results
Rushed 30-minute appointments with multiple patients at once mean you're not getting the personalized attention your recovery deserves.
Worried You'll Never Be the Same
You fear that pain or injury means giving up the activities that make you feel alive—whether that's running, climbing, lifting, or playing with your kids.
Pain Relief Without Real Strength
Getting out of pain is only half the battle. You need to rebuild the strength and resilience to prevent re-injury and perform at your best.
At Urban Physical Therapy, we take a different approach. Tell us what activities matter most to you, and we'll design an individualized care plan to get you back doing them—and achieving goals you didn't think possible.
• 60-minute one-on-one sessions with a Doctor of Physical Therapy—your time, your goals, your plan
• Fitness-forward approach using 10,000+ sq ft of athletic space at Pallas Fitness
• Focus on getting you back to 100% strength, not just pain-free
"Eric at Urban Physical Therapy is by far the best physiotherapist I have ever encountered. As an aging athlete (40+), maintaining strength and flexibility in the face of mounting injuries is both very important to me and increasingly challenging. Eric is a great diagnostician, knows when and how to make me push my limits, and has given me a ton of easy-to-implement recommendations for things I can do at home to speed my recovery and improve my strength and flexibility. Overall, Erik's disciplined, holistic, and practical approach to physio is just what I needed to get—and keep—my body right."
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 you're recovering from surgery, managing chronic pain, or working to return to sport, we treat the whole body—not just symptoms.
"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."
Dedicated to helping you move without limits
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%.
Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of Miami with extensive experience in fitness and rehabilitation. Bekah's background includes rugby, Olympic weightlifting, powerlifting, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and CrossFit. She previously owned a CrossFit affiliate and clinic before joining Urban PT. Her philosophy: movement is medicine, and training is healthcare. Specializes in therapeutic exercise, injury prevention, and movement-based rehabilitation for fitness athletes.
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.
1. Do I need a prescription to start physical therapy in New York?
New York is a direct access state, which means you don't need a prescription for your first 10 visits or 30 days of treatment. This allows you to start your recovery right away without waiting for a doctor's referral. After that period, a prescription may be needed to continue.
2. How long are appointments at Urban Physical Therapy?
Every session at Urban PT is a full 60 minutes of one-on-one time with your Doctor of Physical Therapy. Unlike traditional clinics where you might share your therapist's attention, you'll receive personalized, hands-on care for the entire hour focused entirely on your goals and recovery.
3. Do you accept insurance?
We work with many major insurance plans. Contact our clinic at (607) 218-4192 to verify your specific coverage and discuss payment options. We're committed to making quality physical therapy accessible and will help you understand your benefits.
4. What should I bring to my first appointment?
Wear comfortable athletic clothing that allows you to move freely. Bring any relevant medical records, imaging results, or surgical reports if you have them. We'll conduct a comprehensive evaluation to understand your injury, goals, and create your personalized treatment plan.
5. What makes Urban PT different from other physical therapy clinics in Ithaca?
We offer 60-minute one-on-one sessions with a Doctor of Physical Therapy, a fitness-forward approach using our three-step Root, Restore, Reload system, and access to 10,000+ sq ft of athletic space at Pallas Fitness. Our focus isn't just getting you out of pain—it's getting you back to 100% strength so you can do what you love without limitations.
6. How soon can I get an appointment?
We strive to schedule new patients quickly so you can start your recovery right away. Call us at (607) 218-4192 or schedule a consultation through our website. We're open Monday-Friday 7 AM–6 PM and Saturday 8 AM–12 PM for your convenience.
