Manual Physical Therapy in Fort Lee, NJ
Hands-On Care for Pain Relief & Mobility
Manual physical therapy is a hands-on treatment that relieves pain caused by many musculoskeletal disorders. It offers impressive results when combined with exercises designed by our experts to support a speedy recovery.
Restore function with our hands-on therapy.
Benefits of Manual Physical Therapy
Manual physical therapy focuses on reducing pain to improve flexibility and facilitate the recovery of normal movement patterns. Rather than masking symptoms, it targets the root cause of movement dysfunction. This approach helps patients move and heal faster without medication or invasive procedures. PT experts identify joint limitations and soft-tissue dysfunctions, then build a treatment plan tailored to your condition, goals, and response to care.
Manual Therapy as a PT Treatment
Manual therapy is used in physical therapy to directly affect the movement of joints and muscles during recovery. Therapists use regulated pressure and manipulated movements in order to regain joint position, enhance circulation, and warm up the body to prepare it for corrective exercises. This helps the movement to be more efficient and ensures that patients can go through their rehabilitation safely.
Manual therapy boosts the effectiveness of treatment and the speed of recovery when combined with strengthening and movement retraining.Clinical studies show that manual therapy combined with therapeutic exercise can significantly improve pain, function, and long-term outcomes for joint and spine conditions. If pain is restricting your motion, make an appointment and experience the benefits of professional manual therapy.
Who Benefits from Manual Physical Therapy?
Manual physical therapy is not for every patient, but it can be highly effective for many individuals, including. These include:
- Patients who have minimal mobility or stiffness of the joints.
- Patients with pain during movement.
- People recovering from injury or surgery.
- Athletes dealing with repetitive strain or performance limitations.
- Patients with day-to-day pain.
- Patients who want non-invasive treatment.
What Conditions Does Manual Physical Therapy Address?
By performing light massage and light tissue movements, we help relax the muscle tension, which ultimately alleviates pain. Physical therapy (by hand) is used to treat the following conditions:
- Headaches
- Fibromyalgia
- Sciatica
- Tennis or Golf Elbow
- TMJ disorders
- Frozen Shoulder
- Tendonitis/tendinopathy
- Muscle twitches or spasms
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome
- Acute and chronic injuries
- Swelling (Edema)
- Athletic and overuse injuries
We BELIEVE In...
Compassionate Care with respect
Genuine healing begins with genuine respect. Every patient is treated as an individual — not a diagnosis. We listen carefully, communicate clearly, and make sure you feel informed and comfortable at every stage of your recovery.
Effective Treatment
All sessions are performed by board-certified, state-licensed specialists. Using evidence-based techniques, including joint mobilization, soft tissue manipulation, myofascial release, and neuromuscular re-education, can help target the true source of your pain, not just the symptoms.
Education That Supports Recovery
The most powerful tool in your recovery is knowledge. Every session is paired with practical education on exercises, posture, body mechanics, and movement habits. We also build customized home programs, so your progress continues between visits.
Personalized Therapy
No two bodies are the same, and neither are our treatment plans. Starting with a thorough assessment, we identify the exact cause of your pain or limitation and build a plan around your needs and goals. Every session adapts as your body responds and improves.
Other Services Provided by Fort Lee PT
Pediatric Physical Therapy
Compassionate, specialized care tailored to the developmental needs of infants, children, and adolescents. Age-appropriate techniques encourage progress while keeping sessions positive and engaging, helping children reach their physical milestones with confidence.
Sports Physical Therapy
Designed for athletes at every level, from youth competitors to weekend warriors to elite professionals. We combine biomechanical assessment, sport-specific training, and manual techniques to get you back to your sport stronger and more resilient than before.
Amputee Care Therapy
Comprehensive, compassionate rehabilitation for individuals navigating life before and after limb loss. From pre-amputation conditioning to prosthetic training and gait rehabilitation, we support every phase of your journey toward independence and confidence.
PT for Women’s and Men’s Health
Specialized, evidence-based care for pelvic health, hormonal changes, and conditions unique to women and men. We approach every session with sensitivity and respect for your privacy, restoring confidence, comfort, and full function through personalized treatment.
We offer 10+ specialized therapy services for all your rehabilitation needs
What Our Patients Say
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Meet our Physical Therapists
Your doctoral-level clinician will personally work with you and your physician to create an individualized treatment plan and walk you through every step of your rehabilitation. We are dedicated to helping you find pain relief, restore function, and maximize your physical well-being. All physical therapists on our team hold Doctorates in Physical Therapy.
Dr. Hyun (June) Park
PT, DPT, CIDN, Owner
Dr. Hyun J. (June) Park, PT, DPT, CIDN graduated from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ) with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. She is certified in dry needling by the Integrative Dry Needling Institute. She is a member of the APTA (American Physical Therapy Association), with special interest in the Sports Physical Therapy section.
Prior to becoming the owner and Clinical Director of Fort Lee Physical Therapy in 2009, she worked at various physical therapy centers, such as the Kessler Rehabilitation Centers.
Dr. Park has extensive knowledge in working with pediatric and special needs patients, and makes it a priority to stay knowledgeable in the latest rehabilitation treatments such as Kinesio Taping, which is a rehabilitative technique that uses Kinesio Tex Tape to provide patients muscle and joint support during therapy sessions. As a physical therapist, her expertise also includes sports injuries, neck and back pain, outpatient therapy and post- surgical rehabilitation.
Dr. Park’s interest in physical therapy was inspired by her prior career in the fitness industry, where she came across many clients suffering from long term physical injuries. Her patients praise her upbeat personality, and her ability to consistently motivate them through every stage of their recovery. She continues to be passionate about physical fitness, and enjoys hobbies such as mountain biking, skiing, and golf.
Dr. MJ Marcano
PT, DPT
Dr. Michael J. Marcano (MJ), DPT graduated from Mary Baldwin University with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy.
Michael’s career and internships have given him experience in settings including: acute care, sub-acute care, and outpatient orthopedics.
Michael has worked with many patient populations within his experiences that encompass a diverse population of patients in outpatient orthopedics and medically complex settings.
Michael prides himself on his ability to apply a breadth of manual therapy techniques while curtailing his treatment plans to his patients’ specific needs in order to address and treat their functional impairments.
Outside of the clinic, Michael enjoys running, lifting weights, cooking, and traveling.
Dr. Marvin Mui
PT, DPT, ACSM - EP
Dr. Marvin Mui PT, DPT, ACSM – EP was born and raised in the heart of New York City, Lower East Side, where he grew up playing basketball. His passion for sports led him to pursue a degree in Exercise Science and then a doctorate in Physical Therapy at the University at Buffalo. Marvin has experience caring for a wide range of patients in acute care settings, specialized nursing facilities, and outpatient clinics.
Since graduating, Marvin continues to further his education by taking Mckenzie, Mulligan, and Maitland certification courses. He also began to learn Korean to provide better care and education for his patients in Fort Lee. When he is not practicing Korean, Marvin speaks Cantonese at home.
Marvin believes in optimizing functional activities and exercises in conjunction with manual therapy to return patients back to their daily lives.
During his days off, Marvin loves to stay active and play sports like tennis, basketball, and ping pong. If not outdoors, Marvin enjoys staying home and cooking for his girlfriend and his dog.
Dr. Kang Yeon
PT, DPT
Dr. Kang Yeon, PT, DPT graduated from Rutgers University with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy.
Kang was originally a member in 2020 when Covid first started. During that time, he was determined to get experience in a PT clinic after graduating with a Bachelors in Exercise Science at Rutgers University. Kang than applied to PT school where he provided physical therapy in settings such as acute care, outpatient, sub-acute, and ortho based physical therapy. Kang has worked with many patient populations that require dexterity in outpatient orthopedics as well as patients who need comprehensive care management.
Kang communicates with his patients, accommodating certain needs depending on patient necessity. He believes in a holistic approach where both he and the patient work together to create the best treatment plan.
Kang enjoys being active, weight-lifting 4-5 days per week. During his downtime, Kang enjoys to play bass and learn rock music.
Frequently Asked Questions About Manual Physical Therapy
This therapy involves the treatment of joints and muscles to alleviate pain and regain movement.
No, the treatment is soft and determines your level of comfort, but it does not lose its effectiveness.
Anyone with musculoskeletal pain, stiffness, or post-injury recovery can benefit from this therapy.
It will decrease tension and correct the movement patterns to alleviate pain.
It lasts 30–60 minutes, which also depends on your condition and treatment plan.
It depends on the patient and the illness. An individual strategy is developed to achieve the best recovery.
Yes, by improving strength, posture, and movement habits, it helps reduce the risk of recurring pain.
Indeed, certified experts apply evidence-based, practical methods that are individual and specific to your requirements.
Yes. It focuses on the stiff muscles and the limited joints to restore their normal movement and functioning.