Performax Physical Therapy & Wellness

GET TO KNOW US: THE PERFORMAX TEAM

Performax Outpatient Physical Therapy and Wellness is founded and run by Armand Diesso, P.T. and Jessica M. Torres, P.T.,D .P.T., two dedicated New York physical therapists and wellness professionals. Our team is committed to providing superior personal care and rehabilitation services to every patient that walks through our doors. We specialize in a wide variety of injuries and specialty therapies, ranging from sports-related injuries to post-operative rehabilitation.

SPECIALIZING IN PHYSICAL THERAPY AND WELLNESS

At Performax, we specialize in physical therapy services that cater to the unique needs of our patients. Our therapy team is highly trained and experienced in providing rehabilitation services for injuries such as sprains and strains, joint replacements, arthritis, sciatica, joint pain, and muscle weakness. We also offer secure proceeding concussion management, vertigo management, and injury prevention education.

LOCATIONS

Performax Outpatient Physical Therapy and Wellness has two convenient Long Island locations. Our Bay Shore location is at 150 Bay Shore Rd. North Babylon, NY 11728, while our Farmingville location is at 1105 Portion Rd. Farmingville, NY 11738.

TREATMENTS

At Performax, we offer a range of treatments for various physical ailments, including back pain, neck pain, and knee pain. We specialize in treating and rehabbing everything from basic knee pain to total knee replacements. Our shoulder pain treatment includes rotator cuffs, slap tears, biceps tendonitis, and orthopedic surgery rehabilitation. We also offer gait training, balance and stability training, muscle strengthening, patellar alignment, kinesio taping/Rocktape, hands-on stretching, passive muscle release, core stabilization, and concussion management.

INJURY PREVENTION EDUCATION

At Performax, we believe in the importance of injury prevention education. We provide our patients with the knowledge and tools they need to prevent future physical ailments. Our team of physical therapists works with our patients to develop personalized injury prevention plans that cater to their unique needs and lifestyle.

GAIT TRAINING

Gait training is an essential part of rehabilitation for many of our patients. Our team of physical therapists works with patients to improve their gait pattern and mobility. We use evidence-based techniques and state-of-the-art equipment to help our patients achieve optimal mobility and independence.

BALANCE AND STABILITY TRAINING

Balance and stability training is crucial for patients who have experienced injuries or orthopedic surgery. At Performax, we offer balance and stability training to help our patients regain their strength, confidence, and independence. Our team of physical therapists works with patients to develop personalized balance and stability training plans that cater to their unique needs and abilities.

MUSCLE STRENGTHENING

Muscle strengthening is a vital part of rehabilitation for many of our patients. Our team of physical therapists works with patients to develop personalized muscle strengthening plans that cater to their unique needs and abilities. We use evidence-based techniques and state-of-the-art equipment to help our patients achieve optimal strength and mobility.

HEADS UP! CONCUSSION MANAGEMENT

At Performax, we take concussion management seriously. Our therapists are all certified in concussion management and offer post-concussion testing for clearance to return to sports. CDC estimates reveal that between 1.6 million and 3.8 million concussions occur each year, and it is important to look out for concussion symptoms for 48 hours following a head injury. Some symptoms to be aware of include headaches, dizziness, and nausea. In a case when these symptoms occur, be sure to seek medical attention and DO NOT return to sports until cleared by a therapist and medical professional.