Upper East Side New York City

Women’s Physical Therapy – Midtown Manhattan[NYC Tri-state Area]

FemFirstHealth is a women’s health physical therapy practice, our Midtown office is located conveniently by both Bryant Park and Grand Central Station. Kristin Sapienza and the FFH team provide a variety of services at our Midtown Manhattan location including pelvic floor physical therapy, postpartum care, lymphedema, and breast cancer rehabilitation.

 

Address

FemFirstHealth

286 Madison Ave, Suite 1601
New York, NY 10017

Hours

Monday 8am - 7pm

Tuesday 8am - 7pm

Wednesday 8am - 5pm

Thursday 8am - 7pm

Friday 8am - 4pm

Nearby Parking

Street parking may be available, and there are also three parking lots nearby: Icon Parking, Park Avenue 39 Parking, 80 Car Park

Public Transport

Metro North: Our Midtown Manhattan office is walking distance from Grand Central station.

Subway: Our Midtown Manhattan office is walking distance from the following stations:

  • Grand Central/42nd (4, 5, 6, 7, and shuttle to Times Square)

  • Times Square/42nd Street (1, 2, 3 trains and N, Q, R, W trains)

  • 42nd Street/Bryant Park (B, D, F, M trains)

Our Therapists

  • Dr. Kristin Sapienza, PT, DPT, CMLDT

    Founder of FemFirstHealth

    Kristin Sapienza is a Physical Therapist who specializes in pelvic health and orthopedics, with advanced training in Visceral Functional Mobilization. She is also a Pilates Reformer instructor, adding another dimension to her holistic, movement-based approach. By tailoring each patient’s treatment plan to their unique needs and goals, Kristin seamlessly integrates manual therapy, exercise, and education to guide individuals toward a full recovery.

  • Dr. Jennifer Purwin, PT, DPT, CSCS, CMLDT

    Jennifer Purwin is a Physical Therapist who specializes in pelvic health and orthopedics. A longtime yoga practitioner—encompassing traditional heated, Ashtanga, and Vinyasa—she has completed yoga teacher training and advanced Polestar Pilates coursework. By blending yoga, Pilates, and strength-conditioning techniques, Jennifer offers personalized, empowering care that centers on pelvic floor health and overall well-being.

  • Dr. Melissa Jesski, PT, DPT

    Melissa Jesski is a Physical Therapist who specializes in pelvic health and orthopedics. Drawing on her experience in diverse outpatient orthopedic settings—including aquatic therapy—Melissa provides personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s goals. Her expertise in postural correction, post-surgical rehabilitation, gait and running mechanics, balance and proprioceptive training, and pregnancy/postpartum care empowers patients to thrive at every stage of their recovery journey.

  • Caitha Barr, OTR/L, CLT

    Caitha Barr is an Occupational Therapist and Certified Lymphedema Therapist who specializes in Breast Cancer Rehabilitation, breast health, and lymphatic care—from helping new moms manage clogged milk ducts to supporting individuals affected by breast cancer in minimizing treatment-related side effects. She also provides a personalized approach to treating lymphedema, lipedema, and chronic swelling caused by pregnancy, venous conditions, and cosmetic surgery.

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Services & Expertises

  • 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.

  • Breast Cancer Rehabilitation

    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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Mastitis Treatment

    Treat mastitis to prevent recurring infections with the use of therapeutic ultrasound, lymphatic drainage massage, targeted exercises, and hands-on therapy.

  • 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.

  • Orthopedic Physical Therapy

    We also treat a wide range of orthopedic conditions, including sprains, strains, fractures, joint replacements, sports injuries, and chronic musculoskeletal disorders.

  • 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.

  • Pilates Rehabilitation

    Pilates rehabilitation incorporates diverse movements designed to either lengthen or strengthen muscles, promoting improved flexibility, core stability, and body awareness.

  • 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.

  • 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.