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November 2023 by Greg Jania
David did a wonderful job. Gave me easy to remember exercises that improved my finger quickly and painlessly.
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September 2023 by Trevor Russo
I highly recommend Grand Central Physical and Hand Therapy. My regular sessions with David Ricci restored my mobility and strength following surgery to repair a fractured scaphoid. David is very knowledgeable in conditions of the arm and hand and guided me through key exercises to aid my recovery. I couldn't have asked for a better standard of care and feel fortunate to have found this provider.
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September 2023 by Taylor Adams
This is the place to go if you're having hand troubles or recovering from an injury. David is extremely skilled and knowledgeable, and notably, he views his work as a healing process with an end point (rather than something one becomes stuck or dependent on), during which you learn the skills necessary to care for your hand and stay healthy and pain-free going forward. Highly recommended.
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July 2023 by Laura G
I went to Grand Central Hand therapy for a diagnosis of tendinitis in my hands. David Ricci evaluated me and gave me a set of exercises to do at home to coincide with the weekly hand therapy sessions. The office is great and professional, and the weekly sessions helped me with improving my mobility and reducing the pain. David Ricci is professional, kind, caring and easy to work with. I would recommend David and his office highly
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March 2023 by Brennan Proudfoot
Have been doing PT with Dave since shattering my middle two metacarpals. He’s been a very knowledgeable and helpful therapist and have full motion back now ?. Thanks Dave!
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August 2022 by Geraldine Byrne Nason
Grand Central Hand Therapy is a first rate therapy clinic. David Ricci worked diligently and expertly with me to bring my fractured wrist back to functionality. He was clear and no none sense at all times. I trusted his advice and followed his therapeutic programme for great results!The team works with courtesy, efficiency and professionalism. I can’t recommend the clinic and it’s wonderful team highly enough. A full A rating from me! Sincere Thanks to all. Geraldine
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August 2022 by Anton Zitz II
My doctor referred me to Grand Central PT after discovering a sprain on my left hand pointer finger. Dave Ricci, my hand therapist was instrumental to helping me recover. He gave me a buddy wrap on my finger that prevented me from reinjuring it, gave me exercises to do to increase flexibility and mobility, and gave me treatment each time I went in. I had been dealing with this injury since November 2020 with no relief for a really long time. Dave not only help me get over this, but he was a pleasure to talk to in all my sessions. If you are seeking hand therapy, I recommend Grand Central PT and Dave Ricci without hesitation.
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June 2022 by Alexis Nieves
I’ve seen Dr. Ricci for over 2 months after being referred by my hand surgeon to seek therapy due to lack of mobility in my left middle finger. I suffered a basketball injury where I displaced and fractured my finger. Once the pin was removed, Dr. Ricci got right to work creating an intricate brace that helped my finger gain full extension within a week of wearing and adjusting it! After full extension Dr. Ricci focused on reducing inflammation and improving the flexion of the finger. He gave me a list of exercises to do at home, along with some custom made straps that helped stretch my finger to greater range of motion. Not only did Dr. Ricci do a great job helping me recover from the injury, he also made every session enjoyable by having a friendly personality that made all the hard work feel easier to get through. I would recommend using Dr. Ricci for any hand therapy necessary and he has a great staff that is on top of scheduling making it easy to see him at the best possible time for your schedule!
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April 2022 by Sonya Uspazhin
I have never met a physical therapist like Hector: extremely competent and knowledgeable in his work, deeply dedicated to his duty, and genuinely caring about his patients and their wellbeing.I was Hector’s patient for nearly a year during the pandemic period when my neck pain significantly deteriorated. Hector was there at the time when I needed it most. The first day I met Hector I knew he was the right person. He answered all my questions, explaining root causes and consequences of my pain in a very clear and comprehensive way. And every time I had new questions, he always addressed them thoroughly. During the following months Hector was carefully guiding my exercises, monitoring my progress, and adapting tasks as needed. Just in a few weeks I started to notice improvements, with my muscles consistently strengthened. When sharing with Hector my joy of feeling no pain, I remember him saying that patient’s progress is the best reward for him. This made me realise and deeply appreciate Hector’s strong commitment and passion for what he does. For him, physical therapy is more than just a job, it’s a mission to help people and make them feel better, which he tirelessly, wholeheartedly and successfully accomplishes.I highly recommend Hector as the best physical therapist in the city, if not in the entire nation. I tried quite a few physical therapists before I found Hector’s practice, but none was so professional, intelligent and considerate as he is. And above all, Hector has a kind and compassionate heart which is precious today more than ever and is a blessing to anyone who is fortunate enough to become his patient.
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April 2022 by Sonya U.
I have never met a physical therapist like Hector: extremely competent and knowledgeable in his work, deeply dedicated to his duty, and genuinely caring about his patients and their wellbeing. I was Hector's patient for nearly a year during the pandemic period when my neck pain significantly deteriorated. Hector was there at the time when I needed it most. The first day I met Hector I knew he was the right person. He answered all my questions, explaining root causes and consequences of my pain in a very clear and comprehensive way. And every time I had new questions, he always addressed them thoroughly. During the following months Hector was carefully guiding my exercises, monitoring my progress, and adapting tasks as needed. Just in a few weeks I started to notice improvements, with my muscles consistently strengthened. When sharing with Hector my joy of feeling no pain, I remember him saying that patient's progress is the best reward for him. This made me realise and deeply appreciate Hector's strong commitment and passion for what he does. For him, physical therapy is more than just a job, it's a mission to help people and make them feel better, which he tirelessly, wholeheartedly and successfully accomplishes. I highly recommend Hector as the best physical therapist in the city, if not in the entire nation. I tried quite a few physical therapists before I found Hector's practice, but none was so professional, intelligent and considerate as he is. And above all, Hector has a kind and compassionate heart which is precious today more than ever and is a blessing to anyone who is fortunate enough to become his patient.
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May 2021 by Howard F
I had a great experience with therapy for an injured finger, which is now completely healed. My therapist, David, was clearly skilled and conscientious, and carefully tailored the therapy to my particular condition. I would strongly recommend him to anyone needing hand therapy.
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August 2020 by Karen Boyer
I have known David Ricci of Grand Central Therapy as my occupational therapist for 3.5 years, receiving about 17 months of therapy in the aggregate after 3 invasive hand surgeries due to an aggressive form of dupuytren’s contracture. David is a proficient occupational therapist with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. His enthusiasm, problem solving skills and helpful nature have enabled me to effectively manage the disease afflicting my hands. David keeps focused on the goal and has a simple but well communicated strategy for keeping my hands functional. He listens attentively to my needs, and home and work environment and looks to both the short and long term for the health and function of my hands. David’s instructions are concise and clear. David’s “home-made” casts (to keep my fingers straight) has been an essential part of my healing and therapy. His attention to comfort is key as sustainability is the path to my wearing the brace for lengthy periods of time each day.My recent surgery was during the COVID pandemic. Even after elective surgery was allowed, I was not willing to have the surgery until I knew that David would be able to be my hand therapist. He opened his office for me. For that I will be ever eternally grateful. I could have gone to another therapist as I have been working from home and do not need to commute into NYC. However, I have had such success with David that I commute into the city from Westchester County just for therapy and then commute out again to work at home. The reason that my hands are as functional as they can be is due to David. I highly recommend David as your choice for an occupational therapist.
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March 2020 by Quynh Do
A colleague recommended that I go to see Dave Ricci at GCPT after I injured my wrist and boy am I glad I took her up on that suggestion. From the very first phone call, I knew this was a great office. Both Allison and Deborah were so friendly and helpful, and then when I met Dave, he assured me that while my injury was a bit more unusual than most, he would have be typing and using my hand in a couple months' time - and he was absolutely right. He explained each thing he did and answered all of my questions. He helped me build back strength gradually, and always emphasized that I shouldn't feel pain - it was great not having someone tell me I needed to push through pain. And Dave even got me stronger overall! These past couple of months have been so helpful - thank you to Dave, Deborah, and Allison. Highly recommend you go to these wonderful professionals!
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February 2020 by Stephen Hirsch
When I first went to GCHT with my broken wrist (it was in bad shape) I didn't know what to expect.David introduced himself, explained how we were going to fix it, sent me home with exercises and that coupled with PT got the job done. He is totally professional, knowledgeable and knows what is needed to help in the healing process. If you need a hand therapist, I would absolutely recommend David, your in good hands with him. - Thanks
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December 2019 by RIM
I cannot be any happier with my experience at Grand Central Physical Therapy & Hand Therapy. After my hand orthopedist initially warned me that my injured finger will probably at best remain bent 30 degrees forever, David Ricci worked on it for 12 sessions with such expertise and care, that my finger is now straight as an arrow with its full range of motion. David, in addition to the outstanding progress he made on my injury every session, made each one a valuable learning experience, explaining the benefits and reasoning behind each treatment and exercise. Also, the professionalism of Deborah helping answer multiple questions about my insurance, and scheduling the whole series of sessions is to be commended. The friendly atmosphere of the place made it a pleasurable experience. Thank you very much!
