FemFirstHealth Women’s Health Physical Therapy NYC
FemFirstHealth is a women’s health practice designed to bring rehabilitation and wellness services to New York City. We are committed to empowering women to achieve their best quality of life by providing compassionate, evidence-based care at every stage of life.
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We help you get back to you.
At FemFirstHealth, our team of physical and occupational therapists are highly specialized in treating the full spectrum of women's health concerns, from paediatric care all the way to menopause. With extensive training and expertise across disciplines like pelvic floor physical therapy, postpartum care, breast cancer rehabilitation, lymphedema therapy, treatment of painful sex, and clogged milk ducts, we are here to help you thrive through all stages of life.
To serve you better we have two offices in Manhattan: Upper West Side & Midtown.
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Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy
Our physical therapists possess extensive training and expertise in pelvic floor physical therapy, enabling them to effectively address a variety of health concerns using a whole-body treatment approach. They specialize in treating conditions such as urinary incontinence, pain during intercourse, and providing comprehensive care for both prenatal and postpartum needs. Additionally, they are skilled in managing issues like diastasis recti, vaginismus, coccydynia (tailbone pain), vulvodynia, pelvic organ prolapse, and endometriosis.
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Breast Cancer Recovery
Our therapist specializing in breast cancer rehabilitation is dedicated to helping those affected by breast cancer to overcome treatment-related side effects and reclaim their quality of life. Whether you're in the midst of treatment or on the road to recovery, using hands-on techniques and targeted exercises, she's here to help you improve your mobility, strength, and flexibility and address conditions such as Axillary Web Syndrome, Radiation Fibrosis Syndrome, Post-Mastectomy Pain Syndrome, and Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy.
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Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Our Certified Lymphedema Therapist has specialized expertise in addressing a range of swelling conditions. With advanced training in lymphatic drainage massage, she provides gentle yet effective care for arm and leg lymphedema, lipedema, and chronic swelling issues. Her skills also extend to managing post-pregnancy swelling, clogged milk ducts, mastitis, and recovery after cosmetic surgery. Using precise, hands-on techniques, she helps stimulate the lymphatic system, reducing swelling, alleviating discomfort, and promoting healing.
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Additional Services & Expertises
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Clogged Milk Duct Treatment
Treat clogged milk ducts to ensure a smooth breastfeeding journey using therapeutic ultrasound, lymphatic drainage massage, myofascial release, and individualized exercises.
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Endometriosis Treatment
Physical therapy management for endometriosis typically includes pelvic floor muscle relaxation techniques, manual therapy, pain education, and targeted exercises to reduce your pain.
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Lymphedema Therapy
Using lymphatic drainage massage, compression therapy, and targeted exercises, our Certified Lymphedema Therapist can help you reduce your swelling and improve your lymphatic health.
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Mastitis Treatment
Treat mastitis to prevent recurring infections with the use of therapeutic ultrasound, lymphatic drainage massage, targeted exercises, and hands-on therapy.
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Orthopedic Physical Therapy
We also treat a wide range of orthopedic conditions, including sprains, strains, fractures, joint replacements, sports injuries, and chronic musculoskeletal disorders.
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Pediatric Physical Therapy
Our pediatric physical therapist helps children and adolescents with developmental disabilities, delays, injuries, or post-surgery needs to improve their overall functional abilities.
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Pilates Rehabilitation
Pilates rehabilitation incorporates diverse movements designed to either lengthen or strengthen muscles, promoting improved flexibility, core stability, and body awareness.
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Postpartum Care
Our pelvic floor physical therapists can help you address any postpartum physical challenges, including any delivery-related tissue trauma, urinary incontinence, or pain during intercourse.
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Prenatal Physical Therapy
We also offer support for common pregnancy-related symptoms, such as back pain, hip pain, and pelvic floor conditions, in addition to also helping you prepare for a smoother delivery.
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Vaginismus Treatment
As pelvic floor physical therapists we can help you reduce the pain and sensitivity of this condition by stretching out the muscles through manual therapy or the use of dilators.
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Visceral Manipulation Therapy
This gentle hands-on therapy improves the mobility of internal organs and surrounding tissues, to address abdominal pain, digestive disorders, and musculoskeletal issues.
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Yoga for Pelvic Floor
Yoga for the pelvic floor focuses on bringing mobility to muscles in and around your pelvic floor, to improve flexibility, strength, and awareness of this crucial area.
The FemFirstHealth Difference
What sets our practice apart is our unwavering commitment to personalized, whole-body care. We don't believe in one-size-fits-all approaches; instead, we craft individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique goals, concerns, and needs.
Our team combines hands-on therapy, individualized therapeutic exercises, and comprehensive education to not only address your symptoms, but the root causes of your condition to help you achieve lasting results and get back to what matters most to you.
We exclusively offer one-on-one sessions in private rooms, each lasting a full 45 minutes. This ensures you receive our undivided attention and personalized care throughout your visit. Unlike some practices, we never split your time between multiple patients or shuffle you off to another therapist. You are our top priority.
We will always prioritize your voice and perspective in every step of your care, ensuring that you feel heard and understood. By fostering a supportive environment where you can ask questions, express concerns, and actively engage in your recovery journey, we empower you to take an active role in your healing process.
Meet Our Team
Women’s Pelvic Health & Cancer Rehab
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Dr. Kristin Sapienza
Founder of FemFirstHealth
Kristin Sapienza PT, DPT, CMLDT is a physical therapist who specializes in pelvic health and orthopedics. She takes a personal approach to physical therapy by customizing a treatment plan for each patient. Kristin combines manual therapy techniques with exercise and education to assist patients in recovery while teaching them how to prevent future injury.
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Dr. Jennifer Purwin
Jennifer Purwin PT, DPT, CSCS, CMLDT is a physical therapist who specializes in pelvic health and orthopedics. A long-time practitioner of traditional heated yoga, Ashtanga, and Vinyasa, Jennifer has completed yoga teacher training and especially enjoys teaching yin and restorative classes and utilizing meditation techniques to decrease stress.
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Dr. Lima Iype
Lima Iype PT, DPT is a physical therapist who specializes in pelvic health, pediatrics, and orthopedics. Lima believes in empowering women to optimize their movements without pain, weakness and incontinence. Lima is passionate about working and advocating for pelvic health for all ages and gender. She works with the pediatric population with variety of diagnosis including torticollis, developmental delays, hypotonia and constipation.
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Dr. Melissa Jesski
Melissa Jesski PT, DPT is a physical therapist who specializes in pelvic health and orthopedics. She has worked in a variety of outpatient orthopedic settings including aquatic physical therapy. Melissa is skilled in postural correction, post-surgical rehabilitation, gait and running mechanics, balance and proprioceptive training, as well as pregnancy and postpartum care.
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Caitha Barr
Caitha Barr, OTR/L, CLT is an occupational therapist and Certified Lymphedema Therapist who specializes in breast cancer recovery and post-surgical care. As a Certified Lymphedema Therapist, Caitha takes a personalized approach to treating patients with lymphedema, lipedema, and chronic swelling due to pregnancy, venous conditions, and cosmetic surgery. She also uses her expertise in Manual Lymphatic Drainage and breast health to help new moms prevent and treat mastitis and clogged milk ducts.