After 8+ years of experience practicing in high volume PT offices, Ann Chen (Owner/PT) saw the need to achieve better outcomes for her patients to help them reach their ideal level of physical function. With this mission in mind, Graphene Physical Therapy was founded. We specialize in orthopedic injuries and conditions that are hindering your physical function and quality of life.
“As a former competitive figure skater and lifelong athlete, I’ve always been passionate about movement and the joy of an active lifestyle. However, my own journey took a turn when I faced multiple ankle injuries, eventually leading to a complete ligament rupture. Faced with the choice of surgery or doing nothing, I chose the latter, only to develop pain in my knee and hip years later. This experience ignited my desire to help others find conservative solutions to their injuries.
I pursued my education at McGill University, majoring in neuroscience, before completing my physical therapy training at Queen’s University in Ontario, Canada. After becoming licensed in Ontario, I gained invaluable experience in a busy private practice before moving to New York City, where I worked in a high-volume clinic in Soho for nearly five years. During this time, I realized that I could not provide the quality of care I believed in, as I was only able to spend a brief amount of time with each patient.
Driven by a vision to transform the physical therapy experience, I opened Graphene Physical Therapy in March 2023. My practice is dedicated to offering private sessions where each patient receives my undivided attention for the entire session. This personalized approach has led to remarkable improvements in recovery times and long-term outcomes for my patients.
At Graphene Physical Therapy, my mission is to empower active individuals to overcome their injuries and regain their quality of life through tailored, attentive care.”
Frozen shoulder/adhesive capsulitis, impingement syndrome, tendonitis, labral and rotator cuff tears and post-operative repair rehab, arthritis, fractures
Patellofemoral pain syndrome, ITB syndrome, arthritis, fractures, ACL/MCL/LCL and meniscus tears and post-operative rehab, tendonitis, total/partial knee replacement post-operative rehab
Iliopsoas tendonitis, FAI/impingement syndrome, ITB syndrome, arthritis, adductor/proximal hamstring strains/tears
Cervical, lumbar disc degeneration and herniation, lower/upper back pain, SIJ pain, postural dysfunction, sciatica, cervical & lumbar radiculopathy, fractures, post-operative rehab, headaches from a cervical origin
Plantar fasciitis/plantar tears, ankle sprains, ankle instability, Hallus valgus/bunion, post-operative rehab, heel spurs, Achilles tendonitis/tears, peroneal/ posterior tibialis tendonitis, flat foot/pes planus
De Quervain’s Syndrome, arthritis, fractures, post-operative rehab
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