Touch Of Life Physical Therapy, NYC in New York
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Site: https://www.touchoflifeptnyc.com/
- Monday:8AM–8PM
- Tuesday:8AM–8PM
- Wednesday:8AM–8PM
- Thursday:8AM–8PM
- Friday:8AM–8PM
- Saturday:8AM–4PM
- Sunday:Closed
Dr. Jimmy Jo is a great Doctor of Physical Therapy: very polite, professional, and most of all, effective. He fixed my back issue in only 3 sessions. Thanks to him, I could be back to train to run my Marathon. I highly recommend him because he does understand immediately the origin of the problem and he works to fix it through his deep and varied skills. He also gave me some personalized exercises to be executed independently at home. Thank you Dr. Jo!
Dr. Jo is the best physical therapist ever. Ive gone to him for about two months now and have seen such tremendous progress. I have general leg pain without a root cause, and Dr. Jo has worked with me to improve my flexibility and strength in a supportive, safe environment. I cant recommend him enough!
Dr. Jo is super talented, experienced, and comprehensive in his healing wizardry! He is also very friendly and compassionate in his approach.The chronic pain in all three areas of my body was minimized after my very first session with Dr. Jo. The effect is long lasting after. I also love that Dr. Jo prescribed targeted, customized exercises to uproot the pain for the long term. I feel very hopeful.This never happened before, no matter how many deep tissue massages or chiropractic sessions I took in the past. Dr. Jo and his practice, Touch of Light Physical Therapy is THE place for chronic pain. It will be my first choice from now on.
Dr. Jo is very knowledgeable, skillful and professional. He works one-on- one with his patients in unique and personalized manner. I highly recommend him to anyone who needs extra care in conjunction with the top treatment. I am very grateful to Dr. Jo for helping me with my neck issues. He is a true healer.
I cant express enough how much Dr Jo helped me with my issues- His knowledge and compassion in treating his patients is out standing. I truly thought resolving my issue was not an easy task- combining his Myofacsia techniques, triggers points and much more I gelt some level of normalcy. Highly recommended .Thank you 🙏🏼
I reached out to Dr. Jo with severe shoulder-neck pain, which I had been experiencing for a couple of weeks and which had led to immobility of my arm, poor sleep (due to pain) and exhaustion. From the first visit, thanks to Dr. Jos intervention the pain subsided and I gained some mobility in the arm. Following 4-5 sessions, the pain was gone and most of my arm’s functions were restored. I had to continue with few more sessions to get to the earlier level of arm ‘functionality and strength’. During the sessions Dr. Jo used different techniques for better results. I greatly appreciate Dr. Jo’s help and advice, which extended to specific recommendations on physical exercises, nutrition and comfortable shoes. Highly recommend his services to those who need physical therapy and value a comprehensive approach to managing a health problem.
Ive been seeing Dr. Jo for several months for TMJ dysfunction (displaced disc) and in that time my situation has improved greatly under his care. When we started treatment I had mobility issues, my speech was impacted and I was eating primarily soft foods. Now I have much more jaw mobility, can eat normally and have minimal speech issues.Dr. Jos holistic approach of dealing with my posture and chronic tightness has improvement my situation much more than I thought possible and in a relatively short period of time. Hes also given me targeted exercises and a good understanding of the underlying issues so that I can continue to work on my issues. Im very grateful to have found Dr. Jo!
Dr. Jo is super knowledgeable and efficient with his approaches to physical therapy. I had a shoulder dislocation 8 months ago and my recovery really hit wall - not enough shoulder mobility to perform the squat exercise. I was extremely frustrated, it wasn’t until I started working Dr. Jo that I was able to make progress on my shoulder mobility.
I injured my ankle 8 months ago, and I was starting to believe that the pain and weakness were going to be a lifelong thing. It hasnt been easy, but Dr. Jo has slowly broken up the scar tissue and helped me to strengthen the ankle. By spring, I am hoping to be running again. Hes a bit of a miracle worker!
I have seen Dr. Jo for about 2 years and he has been a great advisor to my health. I have chronic shoulder and back pains and each time I see Dr. Jo, I feel much better after the session. He also offered a lot of video exercises I can do at work or home. Dr. Jo has always been very professional and on time and I will gladly recommend him to my family and friends.
In my opinion, This is one of the best physical therapy spots in Manhattan. After dealing with years of Achilles/ankle complications from a surgery I had years ago, Dr. Jo’s sessions have significantly helped break up lingering scar tissue and has increased my overall mobility/range of motion in a tremendous way. He has an approach that is both unique and effective and I would recommend his services to anyone looking for a Physical Therapist that will 100% help you reach Your fitness/health goals.
I have been receiving treatments from Touch of Life Physical Therapy for 2 years and each visit has been a great decision for my overall health and mobility. Dr. Jo has helped alleviate my neck pain, improved posture (no more forward neck!), imbalances throughout my body, and hamstring flexibility. Every session he does an assessment and asks questions to better understand my condition. Dr. Jo is personable and very knowledgeable. I always look forward to my visits at Touch of Life and I am sure you will too.
Dr. Jo has been a tremendous resource and provider in my journey to rehab a Grade 2 torn MCL. I am so grateful to have the opportunity to work with him! He is able to pinpoint my trouble areas and is so effective in relieving pain. I have learned so many effective stretches and exercises that I am able to complete between visits to jump-start my recovery. Dr. Jo is a wealth of knowledge and an incredible PT! I have wholeheartedly recommended him to my NYC-based friends and family.
I have been seeing Dr. Jo for more than a year now. He is a great professional with a deep understanding of the human body as a whole. He has helped relieve my chronic pain, TMJ and neck problems while also addressing postural issues with specific exercises and awareness of movement patterns throughout the day. Highly recommended!!!
Dr. Jo is an amazing and knowledgeable physical therapist. His trigger point technique has been instrumental in identifying and releasing muscle tension. He is truly dedicated to his profession and the wellbeing of his patients. Do not hesitate if you’re in need of a PT, he is definitely the best! Thank you Dr. Jo
My family has been taking me to Dr. Jimmy Jo of Touch of Life Physical Therapy and it has been the best decision we have made for mobility and muscle tightness issues that immediately improved since the first session.Friends and family have commented that they have not seen me display so much energy and gusto for life as I walk with more initiative and a youthful if not adolescent spring in my step. I fondly recall how I walked all the way from Dr. Jos office to a museum approximately twenty blocks away only to walk another ten blocks to approach St. Patricks Cathedral and give sincere thanks to God that my life has been so blessed to find an individual of Dr. Jos professional and human caliber. The individual attention you receive here is second to none. Dr. Jo is without peer and there is a reason you see consistent five star reviews here and on other prominent review sites.Eternal gratitude to the best physical therapist anybody will find in the City of New York if not the entire planet.
My orthopedist advised PT for a back/hip/disc issue I started having about a year ago, and I literally stumbled upon Dr Jo. Am so very thankful for it.I will flat out say Dr Jo is absolutely the best PT I have ever gone to in my life and I have been to quite a few with various sports injuries over the years.He knew precisely the root of the issue and while it took quite a lot of sessions I’m no longer in pain. I do continue to go back to him from time to time if I have any other problems, and when this specific problem resurfaces from time to time. He is literally brilliant!He will be my family’s PT forever! Highly recommend!!!
I started going to Dr. Jo’s office about 2 month ago and I couldn’t be happier. He listens to patients with care and addresses every concern presented. I run 5 days a week and strength train 2-3 times a week. Weekly resets of my body with Dr. Jo help me stay in top shape and perform at my best. I wish I knew about his office months ago.I highly recommend Dr. Jo to anyone who wants to have a healthy and pain-free body for life.
I’ve seen Dr Jo for about 5 sessions for neck and back pain and he is excellent. I go for the 1:1 manual therapy sessions and they have made a huge difference to my pain, mobility and posture. He’s is very gifted and intuitive with his technique, ive seen many physical therapists all over the world and he is one of the best I have worked with. The office space is clean and he has a very pleasant bedside manner.
A colleague of mine recommended Dr. Jimmy Jo for my shoulder and neck pains, and I am so happy he did! Dr. Jos expertise and knowledge in trigger point therapy has really helped me relieve my long-time muscle pains.He pays very close attention to what is wrong with you and creates a customized program to get you back into tip-top shape. I am so happy with the results of my sessions with him and highly recommend him to anyone looking for a physical therapist or chiropractor.
A miracle worker. With scoliosis and posture issues that seemed to be refractory to any treatment option, I had just about given up hope until I booked an appointment with Dr. Jo. Each appointment was of close observation and fine tuning, dependent on how I was posturing, what muscles were tense — Dr. Jo would recalibrate his treatment plan accordingly, on the spot. With his scar tissue release treatment I could increase my range of motion and my posture improved. I learned how to re-educate my muscles even while out of his office. Simply grateful
Ive been to various physical therapists in NYC and havent been impressed with any until I met Dr Jo. Most other PT places make you stretch and exercise only. However, Touch of Life is different since he focuses on myofascial release in addition to stretching and exercising. Dr. Jo has extremely strong attention to detail and is very kind. He will work with you patiently and try various method to help you regain your best form and mobility. I highly recommend him!
Dr. Jo is an amazing PT. You need to try him especially if you want a dedicated person taking care about your problems. He’s very expert , combines manual therapy with equipment and advice you on exercises to do at home.I really had immediate benefit from his sessions and becoming better and better every session! Strongly advice dr. Jo
Dr. Jo helped me with these 3 things, and I couldn’t be more grateful:1. I didn’t know how to stretch correctly before seeing Dr. Jo. He sends me videos and assigns me homework, and now I have a full stretching routine before and after the gym.2. For knee and hamstring injuries, he helps keep my recovery time as short as possible.3. A holistic approach: squatting form improvement, strengthening my arch/ankle/calf muscles (to the point where I removed my flat feet insoles I had been wearing for 15 years), improving my posture and flexibility.Two of my coworkers see Dr. Jo as well, and we’re always recommending people in our company to go visit!
Dr. Jo is by far one of the best physical therapists in New York City. At every visit, he takes the time to thoroughly understand what the issues are, work through them, and educate you on the root causes while also sharing exercises for injury prevention / muscle strengthening. After a couple weeks of visiting Dr. Jo, I was able to pick up marathon training again – after almost having dropped out due to injuries. I highly recommend paying Dr. Jo a visit, you won’t be disappointed!
Dr. Jo is a very skilled therapist and is very knowledgeable about human physiology. I had a very bad neck pain and was very worried about the condition. I didn’t know what to do so I looked into physical therapists through ZocDoc. I can say, it was the best decision I’ve ever made and I’ve been coming in consistently. He’s helped me become more conscious about my body and has even helped me correct my posture. I can’t recommend anyone better than Dr. Jo, he will change your life.
Ive had an amazing experience with Dr. Jo. I feel my flexibility and strength improving after every session. His knowledge and expertise in trigger point therapy is extremely helpful. He is great at releasing tight muscles which allows for more productive stretching. Id recommend Dr. Jo to anyone who is working through a rehab process or even just looking to improve their strength and flexibility as a preventive measure. Hes also pleasant company to hang out with during our sessions.
Dr. Jo has been treating my knee pain for the past 6 months. He is really good at identifying and addressing issues efficiently. My knee pain has been reduced to almost unnoticeable now. Dr Jo is very professional, courteous, warm and prompt on time. I thoroughly enjoyed all the sessions. Highly recommended!
I’m more than happy to recommend Dr. Jo and Touch of Life Physical Therapy. What began with an initial consultation to evaluate a torn ACL shoulder joint, has become a recurring, standing appointment to address issues with my lower back, hamstring pulls, corrective spine and posture alignment and to strengthen my overall core. Dr. Jo is highly knowledgeable, professional, patient and dedicated. I often feel as if I’m his only patient as our sessions are always comprehensive and never rushed. Dr. Jo’s positive manner, his concern for my well-being and attention to evaluating my core issues, as well as monitoring my rehabilitation, goes above and beyond any previous physical therapy or chiropractic work I’ve experienced. I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Jo without reservation; a hidden gem with a long, bright career ahead.
Dr. Jo is a blessing. I started seeing him two months ago for frozen shoulder. He employs many techniques and is very thoughtful in his approach to healing. He is respectful, calm, and attentive with me. I have already recommended his services to several close friends. I feel very lucky and grateful to be treated by Dr. Jo.
Dr. Jo is amazing! I came to him with an elbow injury (partial tear in tendon) and a lot of knots in my arm from sports. He worked on not only my arm but my shoulder and back and explained to me how everything was connected/why he was doing what he was doing. He seems to have a sixth sense when it comes to locating tight spots and knots and I definitely see improvement in pain and range of motion. Highly recommended!
After months of lower back / hip pain with multiple attempts trying conventional PT, I was lucky to find Dr Jo. I came in with ‘hot spots’ that were very painful. His was the first treatment where I didn’t have to wonder if the session will help me because I felt the results immediately after.Dr Jimmy has an innate and unconventional knowledge of the body and its pain triggers.He listens to his patients and pinpoints the issue at hand with precision- his approach is a unique PT and very effective!I highly recommend his therapy.
Dr. Jimmy Jo has been amazing! I had spent over 2 years ignoring my lower back pain. It had slowly morphed into me not being able to sleep on my back or pick my baby up as he got older and hindered other activities. Dr Jo literally fixed my issues in 2 sessions. He cares about his patients and supports his sessions with exercises and other movements that you could do to aid quicker recovery. I would highly recommend Dr. Jimmy.
Visiting Dr.Jo was one of best decisions I’ve ever made! His vast knowledge of human body helped me improve the general health of my whole body related and caused the initial problems of the shoulder and wrist. He is very professional, pleasant and attentive. His office is very airy and clean!👍🥰
I would highly recommend Dr. Jo without hesitation. After visiting numerous doctors with unexplained shoulder, neck and headaches and undergoing several tests, Dr Jo has been the only one who has been able to provide relief and a possible explanation. His treatments coupled with his recommended home exercises have started to improve my condition for the first time. He is professional, knowledgable and flexible in scheduling sessions.
Dr. Jo is amazing, I highly recommend his services. I have been suffering with severe hip pain for the past 2+ years and despite numerous doctors visits they have yet to diagnose the root of the problem or suggest a successful treatment plan, which has been extremely frustrating. After finding Dr. Jo through a Groupon deal I was immediately impressed not only by his knowledge and professionalism, but also the thoroughness of his examination, clear explanation of possible causes, and his detailed exercise plan to help resolve the issue. He didnt upsell or try to scare you into additional appointments like I had experienced with other chiropractors. The results of his care and expertise were immediately noticeable and after routine visits and following his treatment plan Ive noticed a HUGE improvement. I rave about him to my friends and some of them have become his patients as well. If youre in need of a Physical Therapist do yourself a favor and see Dr. Jo.
A friend recommended Dr Jo to me when I started having hip pain and my doctor told me that I probably had arthritis. Dr. Jo correctly diagnosed me as having extremely tight muscles. He told me with stretching and PT the pain would go away. He was right! I can walk up and downstair now pain free! I really appreciated his kindness, sense of humor and, above all his deep knowledge of the human body. Thanks Dr Jo!
I broke my back and neck in thirteen places in a car accident. I have made more progress with Dr. Jo in the last three weeks than I have at innumerable other facilities in the last three years. No one else has been more hands-on and invested in my rehabilitation. His care extends beyond the sessions and in addition to the work that he does with me, he has provided me with a curated program of exercises that has proved invaluable and highly effective in making progress on my own at home. It is entirely safe to say that seeing him has greatly improved my quality of life.
Dr. Jo is a hands on therapist. I have knee and hip issues and while PT exercises help, the hands on myofascial release has been critical to my recovery. The trigger point therapy speeds along the healing. You are also his only patient during that 40 minutes so you never feel like hes juggling patients.
I had such a satisfying experience with Dr. Jo. He was formerly part of Balance in Motion, but recently opened up his own practice, and changed the name to Touch of Life. Still the same office/location, which is conveniently located near most major subway lines. I tend to get intimated / claustrophobic in a tiny office without any window, but Dr. Jos office was clean and had a gigantic window with a spectacular view of one of the most expensive / fancy areas in Manhattan. I got a general sense that he is very up-to-date with his gears and knowledge and answered all my questions without any hesitation or frowning.I was initially visiting to correct my pelvic bone, but he also went out of his way and took a quick look at my shoulder & neck as well. I recently went back again to get my neck & shoulder treatment. The whole session was very soothing and pleasant, and I almost fell asleep towards the end. Throughout the session, he taught me some corrective exercises I could do at home to help with the pain, and made sure that I got the exercise diagrams in my email. Dr. Jo was very knowledgeable and friendly and I have been recommending him to all my friends :).
After spending a long time at a large physical therapy clinic and making little progress I knew I needed a different approach. I’m glad I found Dr. Jo. He personalizes his treatment for your condition and uses a wide variety of techniques. Definitely not a one-size-fits-all approach. I highly recommend Dr. Jo, especially if your current treatment program is not working for you.
Dr. Jo has been most excellent in his care and treatment for my conditions. He is very patient and will formulate the right exercises and treatment, I have seen noticeable improvement with my conditions over the past few months I have been visiting Dr. Jo. Highly recommend!
I really cant describe how great he is. I was allowed 30 visits by insurance, and Ive gone 45 times now and plan to continue to pay out of pocket, it really is that life changing.My experience:I tore my ACL and had reconstructive surgery in April. I was given a PT who worked with me while working with 3 other clients during my first session, and continued to talk about the injuries in generalities. It was a very off-putting experience.I chose Dr. Jo as we was highly rated on Zoc Doc, and it was on my way home. I could not be happier with my choice! Scheduling is all automated and online (easy to cancel/reschedule), hes always on time, and goes into as much detail as you want about the healing process. Ive learned SO much about the human body, and it really is the reason I cant stop going. I have in the course learned how to reduce my back pain, help alleviate my asthma, work on chest soreness, etc. He is a TRUE student of medicine/the body.I could not recommend him more - I am almost hesitant to include him in the category of Physical Therapy; he is that much better than the rest.
Dr. Jo delivers personalized, targeted, and highly effective in-office treatments and at-home exercises. He is professional yet still very personable and a pleasure to work with. My condition significantly improved with each successive session, to which I am very grateful. I will definitely continue with the daily home exercises.
Jimmy has been great to work with so far! I am seeking PT for shoulder impingement and he has given me a lot of helpful exercises to do at home. He’s very patient and has been really flexible with setting up appointments! It’s usually such a pain to make appointments in the city but not with him! Highly recommend.
I got electric shock traveling up left side of arm. Since that time, My left ear has been popping and deafened. Dr. Jo evaluated my whole body and even CSF flow(something related to body circulation that I heard), He gave me lots of improvement even if there was only one therapy session. I wasnt expected much since for me it looks like ear problem and I was planning to see the ENT doctor. However, one of my friends recommended him and I was so satisfied with his consideration, understandable explanation and sharp knowledge. I highly recommend him to my close friends and family.
Ive had just a fantastic experience working with Dr. Jimmy. He has great bedside manner, makes me feel comfortable while working on me (even when working through discomfort), hes relatable, and my issues I originally came in with have subsided in a short time. I would absolutely recommend his services to anyone in need of PT with a hands-on, personal feel.
Jimmy is amazing. I found him long time ago when i was diagnost with hernia disk and my doctor said I need a physical therapy. Over a year working with him, my back feels pretty good and I believe my situation improved thanks to Jimmy. I would highly recommend him to anyone
Jimmy has been incredibly helpful in guiding me through my recovery from shoulder surgery (bankart repair, left shoulder). He is clear and honest when communicating and also very knowledgeable when it comes to different kinds of stretches/exercises and choosing the right one for me.
Total reviews rating 5
98 Reviews for Touch Of Life Physical Therapy, NYC 2023:
Review №1
2022-02-13I definitely recommend Dr. Jo! Touch of Life Physical Therapy is professional, friendly, clean, organized, and calm environment. He figures out what’s best for each individual, and I have seen so much improvement in my injuries (shoulder and ankle). Dr. Jo always has your best interest in mind for your path to recovery.
Review №2
2022-02-12I have been seeing Dr Jo for about 2 months now after a bad ankle injury and I am so grateful for his help. No doubt that I am in good hands. Dr Jo is a wonderful therapist with a holistic approach, he is knowledgable, attentive and his sessions are really effective. I highly recommend!
Review №3
2022-02-28Dr. Jo has an incredible bedside manner. He listens to you and always has a custom plan to make you feel better no matter where your pain is. He consistently goes above and beyond for his patients. I highly recommend him!
Review №4
2022-05-23Dr.Jo is the best physical therapist I’ve ever seen. I came to him for TMJ, neck, and overall tightness. In a few sessions, he’s completely changed the way I feel. He’s extremely knowledge about the body’s trigger points and I always leave a session with him feeling better. I have scar tissue in my forearm from an injury 17 years ago. I had pretty much limited range of motion that I figured was going to just be a part of my life. In 15 minutes he identified the trigger points in my arm and gave me full range of motion, something I thought was never possible.This guy is the real deal and he cares about your overall well-being. Book him if you’re in any kind of pain!
Review №5
2022-02-15I have been seeing Dr. Jo for a few months now. He is a fantastic PT that uses lots of techniques to address pain. Ive learned a lot about how the body works and why I feel pain where I do. Usually you go to PT and you dont really feel that different from each session and maybe see changes over time. But I can say I walk out from each session with Dr. Jo feeling different and ultimately better. Highly recommend seeing him for your PT needs, especially if you are an athlete or are in training. I saw him initially for an ongoing bursitis in my rotator cuff and he was able to really knock that out of my system. Ive continued to see him for lower back/hip/hamstring issues and he continues to offer me relief and allow me to remain active.
Review №6
2022-03-19Dr J is great. He draws from a wide range of both western and eastern systems of medicine to provide comprehensive treatment. He provides deep care that not only helps you back onto your feet but helps you stay there too. I saw significant effects after just one session and even more significant effects after multiple. This guy is the Julius Erving of healing your body. This dude will cradle dunk on your injury. He’ll pull the baseline scoop on your complex chronic pain. Dr J all the way!
Review №7
2022-04-23Dr.Jo is extremely knowledgeable and treats the root cause of the pain. I have tried many physical therapists and massage therapists and Dr.Jo has been the best of all. Living with chronic lower back-pain has been debilitating but now I am much better addressing other trigger points (locked jaw/ neck & shoulder pain).
Review №8
2022-02-12I’ve had tronchanteric hip bursitis for a while now and have seen many doctors and pts but without much success. However, Dr. Jo has very effective methods targeting different parts of my hip and had significantly relieved my pain so far.I would highly recommend seeing Dr. Jo because he spends the entire session working with you, and does a great job explaining the reason behind different pain points/trigger points. This is night and day compared to some of the bigger pt clinics where they would put a stim on me and forget about me for half an hour.
Review №9
2021-04-22I’ve been seeing Dr Jo for a few months now. I initially went in to see him for a shoulder impingement but since then he has helped me with a lot of other muscular issues I have.I push my body hard being a gym fanatic and having an obsession with lifting heavy which my muscles aren’t always too happy with.Dr Jo is doing an amazing job of fixing me to make sure I can can continue to do what I love.I would 100% recommend him, he takes the time to listen to your issues and has a variety of approaches he uses to get you back to your best self!
Review №10
2022-02-13Dr Jo is great, really effective, and scheduling online is easy. Ive recommended him to a bunch of folks at work. My bodily awareness and ability to just relax have both grown immensely since Ive started going. Highly recommend.