Business Details
38 Years
experience
Your Trusted Physical Therapy Partner in Merrick, NY
Merrick Physical Therapy has been dedicated to patient-centered care since 1988, providing personalized physical therapy services across Merrick and Greenlawn, New York. Our team of licensed professionals specializes in treating orthopedic, neurologic, pediatric, and sports-related conditions, utilizing state-of-the-art equipment and evidence-based techniques. With decades of combined experience, our therapists prioritize one-on-one treatment sessions to address individual needs, ensuring comprehensive rehabilitation programs tailored to each patient's recovery goals.We maintain strong relationships with referring physicians to ensure coordinated care and transparent progress updates. Our commitment to quality extends to flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend hours, to accommodate patients' lifestyles while adhering to the highest clinical standards. This long-standing practice continues to evolve through strategic expansion, including the 2014 opening of our Greenlawn location to better serve Long Island communities.
Services
Arthritis Treatment
Sports Injuries
Post-Operative Care
Balance Impairments
Cold Compression Therapy
Biodex Balance Training
Pediatric Rehabilitation
Neurologic Conditions
Workplace Injuries
Motor Vehicle Accident Recovery
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We provide one-on-one therapy sessions with licensed physical therapists since 1988
- Our staff utilizes state-of-the-art rehabilitation equipment like the Biodex Gait Trainer
- We offer extended hours including evenings and Saturdays for patient convenience
- Our team maintains strong relationships with referring physicians for coordinated care
- We operate two accessible locations serving Merrick and Greenlawn communities
What people say
Awesome
Above and beyond
Great experience
Knowledgeable therapists
Professional office
Services
Sports Injuries
Our specialized sports injury rehabilitation program addresses conditions like ACL tears, shoulder impingements, and ankle sprains using evidence-based techniques. Certified therapists employ manual therapy, functional training, and advanced equipment like the Biodex Balance System to restore mobility and prevent re-injury. Treatment plans focus on improving strength, flexibility, and sport-specific movements to safely return athletes to competition.
Post-Operative Care
Comprehensive post-surgical rehabilitation covers joint replacements, rotator cuff repairs, and spinal procedures. Our therapists collaborate with surgeons to follow protocol-driven recovery plans while incorporating personalized adjustments. We utilize progressive strengthening programs, gait training with the Biodex Gait Trainer, and pain management techniques to optimize healing and restore functional independence following orthopedic procedures.
Biodex Balance Training
This advanced balance rehabilitation system addresses fall risks, gait abnormalities, and post-injury instability. The Biodex Balance System SD provides real-time feedback to improve proprioception and neuromuscular control. Patients benefit from customized programs targeting conditions like vestibular disorders, post-stroke balance deficits, and sports-related instability through progressive balance challenges and muscle activation exercises.
Cold Compression Therapy
Our Game Ready cold compression therapy combines active pneumatic compression with circulating cold therapy to reduce post-injury swelling and pain. This FDA-cleared system accelerates recovery from acute musculoskeletal injuries and post-surgical inflammation through patented ACCEL technology. Patients experience faster healing with reduced reliance on pain medications while maintaining tissue oxygenation through intermittent compression cycles.
Neurologic Conditions
Specialized treatment for neurological disorders like Parkinson's disease, stroke effects, and spinal cord injuries focuses on restoring functional mobility. Therapists utilize task-specific training, gait retraining with the Biodex Gait Trainer, and neuromuscular re-education techniques. Treatment plans emphasize improving balance, coordination, and activities of daily living through repetitive, goal-directed movements that promote neuroplasticity and functional recovery.
People
Joseph M. Ruisi
President
Licensed physical therapist since 1998 with European manual therapy training. Graduated from Trinity College Dublin and established the Greenlawn location in 2014. Recognized by Merrick Chamber of Commerce for professional excellence.
James R. Roberts
Partner
Experienced therapist since 1999 with expertise in pediatric and adult neurologic conditions. Former hospital rehabilitation specialist who became practice partner in 2010. Active in community emergency services as former volunteer firefighter.
David DeFilippis
Physical Therapist
Doctorate holder from NYIT with specialization in sports rehabilitation. Certified in functional training and ACL recovery. Active member of American Physical Therapy Association with focus on shoulder and knee injury management.
Andrew Zagorski
Physical Therapist
15+ years experience treating orthopedic and neurological patients. Former spine clinic director with expertise in pre/post-surgical rehabilitation. Provides sports therapy for local wrestling teams while managing complex rehabilitation cases.
Christina Ruisi
Physical Therapist
Licensed therapist contributing to patient care with extensive outpatient rehabilitation experience. Part-time practitioner maintaining clinical excellence while supporting the practice's patient-centered treatment philosophy.
Questions
What types of physical therapy services do you offer?
We treat sports injuries, post-operative conditions, balance disorders, neurologic conditions, and chronic pain using advanced equipment like the Biodex Balance System and Game Ready cold therapy.
Do you accept my insurance plan?
We accept Medicare, Medical Debit Cards, and most major insurance plans. Contact our offices to verify coverage details for your specific policy.
What are your office hours?
Merrick office: Mon-Thu 8am-9pm, Fri 8:30am-5pm, Sat 8am-1pm. Greenlawn office: Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm, Tue 10am-8pm, Wed 8:30am-2pm, Sat 8am-12pm.
Where are your locations?
We have two locations: 2092 Merrick Avenue, Merrick, NY 11566 and 759 Pulaski Road, Greenlawn, NY 11740.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call Merrick office at 516-223-4300 or Greenlawn office at 631-261-6680 during business hours to schedule your initial evaluation.
What makes your practice different?
We combine one-on-one therapy sessions with advanced rehabilitation technology, experienced licensed therapists, and flexible scheduling to deliver personalized care focused on functional recovery.
