Business Details
13 Years
experience
Expert Physical & Occupational Therapy in Elmhurst & Plainview
Established in 2013, Stellar Physical & Occupational Therapy is a community-focused outpatient rehabilitation center dedicated to delivering personalized care for adults and children. Our team of licensed professionals specializes in physical therapy, occupational therapy, and aquatic therapy, utilizing evidence-based techniques to address musculoskeletal, neurological, and developmental conditions. With clinics in Elmhurst and Plainview, we prioritize individualized treatment plans, diagnostic testing on-site, and a patient-centered approach to ensure long-term wellness.Our therapists bring decades of combined experience in pediatrics, orthopedics, and sports rehabilitation, supported by advanced training in modalities like NDT, PNF, and kinesio taping. We emphasize education, functional independence, and accessibility, offering home visits and flexible scheduling to meet diverse patient needs.
Services
Physical Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Aquatic Therapy
Acupuncture
Cupping
Massage Therapy
Pediatric PT
Pediatric OT
Home Visits
Diagnostic Testing
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We dedicate quality time to each patient, ensuring optimal therapeutic gains.
- Diagnostic testing available on-site, including EMG/NCS.
- Therapists have over 20 years of combined experience in pediatrics and orthopedics.
- Aquatic therapy available at Plainview location for enhanced mobility and pain management.
- Personalized rehabilitation programs tailored to individual patient needs.
What people say
Knowledgeable and friendly staff
Rapid results after first sessions
Personalized treatment plans
Flexible scheduling options
Clean and welcoming environment
Services
Physical Therapy
Our physical therapy services focus on restoring mobility, reducing pain, and improving functional capacity through customized exercises, manual therapy, and advanced modalities like ultrasound and electrical stimulation. We treat post-surgical patients, athletes, and individuals with chronic conditions such as arthritis or fibromyalgia. Treatment plans emphasize patient education and home exercises to ensure long-term recovery and prevention of future injuries.
Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapy helps patients regain independence in daily activities through targeted interventions for hand therapy, pediatric developmental delays, and neurological conditions like stroke recovery. Our therapists use adaptive equipment training and sensory integration techniques to enhance fine motor skills, coordination, and cognitive abilities, enabling patients to perform work, school, and home tasks more effectively.
Aquatic Therapy
Available at our Plainview location, aquatic therapy leverages water's buoyancy to provide low-impact rehabilitation for joint replacements, balance disorders, and chronic pain conditions like fibromyalgia. The controlled environment allows for improved range of motion, muscle relaxation, and cardiovascular conditioning, making it ideal for patients with limited mobility or post-surgical recovery needs.
Acupuncture
Our acupuncture services utilize traditional Chinese medicine techniques to manage chronic pain, reduce inflammation, and promote natural healing. Fine needles stimulate specific points to improve energy flow, addressing conditions like migraines, sports injuries, and stress-related disorders while complementing other physical and occupational therapy treatments.
Home Visits
Home visit services bring personalized physical and occupational therapy to patients unable to visit our clinics, including post-surgical individuals, seniors, and busy professionals. Therapists conduct comprehensive assessments in the patient's environment, adapting treatment plans to address mobility challenges and home safety while ensuring continuity of care.
People
Andrew Woolward
Co-Founder & Clinical Director
Occupational therapist with 20+ years of experience in pediatrics and orthopedics. Specializes in developmental improvement and holds advanced certifications in NDT, PNF, and stroke rehabilitation. Combines clinical expertise with athletic leadership as a former collegiate volleyball coach.
Steve Ko
Co-Founder & Clinical Director
Doctor of Physical Therapy with 20 years of experience treating adults and children with joint replacements, neurological conditions, and sports injuries. Certified in strength and conditioning, with a focus on geriatric care and post-stroke rehabilitation.
Siddharth Ghosh
Physical Therapist
Expert in kinesio taping and therapeutic exercises, with a patient-centric approach to musculoskeletal recovery. Holds advanced degrees from Rajiv Gandhi University and Long Island University, specializing in sports and orthopedic rehabilitation.
Chieh Teng
Physical Therapist
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with expertise in sports injuries and Parkinson's disease rehabilitation. Combines athletic experience with evidence-based practices to design personalized strength programs for athletes and geriatric patients.
Jinee Tse
Occupational Therapist
Pediatric specialist with over a decade of experience in hand therapy and developmental care. Focuses on enhancing dexterity and independence for children with neurological impairments, using innovative techniques to improve daily living skills.
Questions
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept most major insurance plans. Contact us at 718.699.5070 or 516-822-2118 for a complete list of accepted providers.
Do you offer pediatric therapy services?
Yes, we specialize in pediatric physical and occupational therapy for developmental delays, neurological conditions, and orthopedic injuries at both locations.
Is aquatic therapy covered by insurance?
Aquatic therapy is typically covered under standard physical therapy benefits. Check with your provider or contact us for verification.
What are your clinic hours?
Elmhurst: Mon-Fri 8:30am-8pm, Sat 8:30am-4:30pm. Plainview: Mon-Thurs 9am-6pm, Sat 9am-2pm. Closed Sundays.
Do you provide home therapy services?
Yes, we offer in-home physical and occupational therapy for post-surgical patients, seniors, and individuals with mobility limitations.
What conditions do you treat?
We treat musculoskeletal injuries, neurological disorders (stroke, Parkinson's), chronic pain, pediatric developmental delays, and post-surgical rehabilitation needs.
