McKenzie Method® and Spine Physical Therapy in NYC

Private, One-on-One Spine Care

Karen Yanelli, PT, DPT, Cert. MDT, offers private, one-on-one McKenzie Method® physical therapy for back and neck concerns in Midtown East, Manhattan. Care starts with your symptoms, your movement, and what you want to get back to doing.

What is the McKenzie Method?

Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT) uses your response to movements and positions to guide assessment and treatment. It is not the same set of exercises for everyone. Karen uses your evaluation to identify appropriate movement strategies and help you understand how to manage your symptoms between visits.

Karen is McKenzie certified and teaches the method in New York Medical College’s physical therapy program. Read about Karen’s clinical and teaching experience.

What happens at your first visit?

Your private, 60-minute evaluation explores your back or neck concerns, daily activities, and goals. Karen assesses relevant movement and function, explains her findings, and develops an individualized plan. Education and self-management guidance are part of care; online exercises do not replace an assessment.

Request spine physical therapy in Manhattan

New patients: request an in-office initial evaluation at 120 East 56th Street, Suite 920. Returning patients can choose a follow-up visit. Karen reviews every request before confirming the appointment.

Need another way to attend? Review Nassau County North Shore home visits or New York telehealth physical therapy, available by request and subject to suitability and availability.

Helpful resources before your visit

Explore Karen’s McKenzie lumbar support comparison guide and payment and insurance FAQs. Supports are optional tools, not a substitute for individualized care.