Dr Amber Altamura
- Graston soft tissue mobilization.
- Active Release Technique for soft tissues.
- Treating muscle, tendon, ligament issues.
- Addressing nerve problems.
- Pain-free movement and rehabilitation.
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NYC Sports and Spine
80 5th Avenue, 2nd Floor, New York, NY, 10011
Dr. Amber Altamura is a graduate of New York Chiropractic College, where she received her Doctorate of Chiropractic degree. Prior to chiropractic school, she obtained a Bachelors of Science in Exercise Science with a pre-med emphasis and a minor in Sports Psychology from Ithaca College, where she was also a member of the Women’s Varsity Rowing team. Dr. Amber is a Graston, Active Release Technique (ART) and Motion Palpation Institute certified provider. Active Release Technique is regarded as the gold standard for treating soft tissue injuries. ART can be used to treat problems with muscles, tendons, ligaments and nerves. Dr. Amber is also a Russian Kettlebell Certified Instructor and 75 Kg USAPL competitor. She is passionate about rehab and believes everyone should be able to move freely without pain.
One on one consultation with the doctor to discuss activity limiting problems and goals an individual may have. Utilizing an orthopedic and functional assessment a plan of care will be developed using gentle, science based methods. After the consultation, the patient should feel empowered and confident that they will reach their specific goals.