Dr. Melanie McDonald
- Holistic full-body problem root treatment.
- Functional manual therapy approach.
- Orthopedic injury rehabilitation.
- Pilates for rehabilitation.
- Craniosacral therapy application.
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Nurture Physical Therapy
350 7th Avenue suite 504, New York , NY, 10001
Dr. Melanie McDonald is a dedicated and detail-oriented Physical Therapist whose passion for the wellbeing of others has led her to promote a culture that fosters holistic wellness. Melanie received her Bachelors of Arts in Biology and Sociology from Hunter College and her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from New York University. Melanie treats not only the obvious impairments, but looks at the whole body as an integrated system and targets the root of the problem. Melanie has taken advanced education training in functional manual therapy and orthopedics through the Institute of Physical Arts and holds certifications in Pilates for rehabilitation via Polestar Pilates and the Pilates Method Alliance, strength and conditioning through the NSCA, and Craniosacral therapy through the Upledger Institute. In addition to treating adults, Melanie treats children for a multitude of conditions including pediatric and adolescent orthopedic injuries, balance and coordination disorders and genetic syndromes. Melanie strives to provide highly individualized and evidenced-based treatments for her patients. She believes that patient empowerment and education are paramount to achieving greater health, wellness, and the prevention of injury in the future.
This service consists of a comprehensive initial evaluation to assess your injury, understand your lifestyle and goals, and create an individualized treatment plan to address your needs.