Dr. Michael Lella, DPT
Physical Therapist
615.7 mi · 1 West 30th St, Suite 206, New York, NY 10001
At a glance
4.98 stars (42 reviews)
100% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 55 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, UnitedHealthcare Oxford, more+ ·
Works at Movement Minded PhysioTherapy
Speaks English
4.98
42 reviews
Bedside manner
5.0
Wait time
4.9
Recent reviews
His office is a little hard to find, as it's located within a Martial Arts gym. He is very professional and helpful!
January 9, 2018Initials hidden
Dr. Lella has brought me so much relief. I first went to him with knee pain that he quickly diagnosed as muscular and taught me stretches and exercises to address the issue. It is already solving itself! I then continued to see him to help with serious tension in my neck and shoulders, and the relief he has already brought me is unreal. While I'm not quite at 100%, I feel closer than I have been in years. He has an amazing knowledge of the body and how it moves, and is able to identify how something that you may not even be considering is causing acute pain elsewhere in the body. I can't recommend highly enough! Also super easier to schedule, and they handle insurance headaches for you.
January 4, 2018Casey S.Verified patient
Office location
Movement Minded PhysioTherapy
615.7 mi · 1 West 30th St, Suite 206, New York, NY, 10001
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Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
UnitedHealthcare Oxford
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Popular visit reasons
Foot Problems
Hand Problems
Knee Problems
Pain Rehabilitation
Physical Therapy Consultation
Post-Operative Mobility (Hand and Fingers)
Spine Deformation / Scoliosis
Sports Injury
Foot Problems
Hand Problems
Knee Problems
Pain Rehabilitation
More about Dr. Michael Lella, DPT
Michael Lella Jr. is a physical therapist with a Doctorate in physical therapy. His vision as a therapist is to assist patients back to health and help them avoid future injury by educating them in efficient ways to improve their performance in everyday life, work, and leisure.
Michael’s journey into sports began as a childhood athlete, competing for county and state championships in various sports. He graduated from Chaminade High School in Mineola, Long Island. There he excelled as a student-athlete, quarterback and captain of the football team, wrestling team, and lacrosse teams. Michael honed his passion for medicine in during his undergraduate studies receiving his Bachelor’s Degree in biology while attending New York Institute of Technology. He was an research assistant for the Department of Neuroscience and was published for his role in the study “Impact of Geometry on Dendritic Spine Morphology.” He also volunteered at the Long Beach Medical Center, helping to conduct a study called “A Matter of Balance”, a fall prevention program. Upon receiving his Doctorate Degree and working in various healthcare settings, Michael has noticed a lack of quality care due to the impersonal patient care. He shares the theory of a 1 hour, 1-1 individual treatment model that is uniquely specific for each patient. Michael believes that Movement Minded Physiotherapy separates themselves from the pack by providing this essential service to our patients.
Michael is a resident of Forest Hills, Queens and enjoys participating in all types of sports, especially power lifting.
Education & experience
Education
New York Institute of Technology, Doctor of Physical Therapy
Practice
Movement Minded PhysioTherapy
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1689929796
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Patient reviews
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Overall rating
4.98
Wait time
4.88
Bedside manner
5.00
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42 reviews
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Dedicated and very professional! You can't beat the one on one attention from someone who really loves helping people.
More than 1 year agoML
His office is a little hard to find, as it's located within a Martial Arts gym. He is very professional and helpful!
January 9, 2018Initials hidden
Mike and Lev are fantastic. Very knowledgeable, professional, dedicated to their patients. Highly recommended!!
More than 1 year agoMA
Fantastic therapist. I would not hesitate to use Dr Lella in the future. I recommend him to anyone in pain.
More than 1 year agoWB
Dr Lev was great! Very informative and really listened to what I had to say.
January 2, 2018Daniel M.Verified patient
Dr. Lella has brought me so much relief. I first went to him with knee pain that he quickly diagnosed as muscular and taught me stretches and exercises to address the issue. It is already solving itself! I then continued to see him to help with serious tension in my neck and shoulders, and the relief he has already brought me is unreal. While I'm not quite at 100%, I feel closer than I have been in years. He has an amazing knowledge of the body and how it moves, and is able to identify how something that you may not even be considering is causing acute pain elsewhere in the body. I can't recommend highly enough! Also super easier to schedule, and they handle insurance headaches for you.
January 4, 2018Casey S.Verified patient
Michael is amazing! He focused on my fixing my overall movement in addition to treating my painful knee. As a result, not only has my pain gone away but I also feel physically better than what I have felt in several years. I highly recommend visiting him at Movement Minded Physiotherapy.
November 29, 2017Monesh P.Verified patient
Michael Lella has been extremely knowledgeable, efficient and professional. The physical therapy he's guided me through has exceeded all expectations. I recently underwent a complex shoulder surgery, but with Michael's help the recovery process has been great. I cannot recommend him enough.
More than 1 year agoThomas C.Verified patient
Dr. Lella is absolutely wonderful! Very knowledgeable, professional and taught me some great new exercises that I can do at home.
August 17, 2017Lyudmila A.Verified patient
Dr Lella was very thorough and clearly understod my issues. He suggested some new approaches that I think are going to do the trick for me to be not only pain free, but able to participate in all the athletic activities I enjoy. He is very easy to talk to and down to earth. I highly recommend Dr. Lella!
August 25, 2017Sarah J.Verified patient
I've worked with Mike for back pain for a few months and he is an excellent PT. It's obvious that he cares about his patients, and always willing to reassess and try a different method. I would highly recommend him!
February 11, 2017Semani S.Verified patient
I guess if I had to describe my treatment at Dr. Lella's office in one word, it would be "perfect". Not only was I seen right away, but the hospitality and friendliness in which the staff greeted me made me feel so welcome and overcome with joy. They made me feel as though I had known them for years, like we were friends. During treatment, Dr. Lella's attention to detail and passion for his practice is unparalleled by any of the other therapists I have been seeing in the city for the past 15 years. I've been suffering chronic pain from a sports injury and he has been able to get me back to my everyday routine in no time through his appropriately challenging treatment.
More than 1 year agoJM
Michael took great care of me when I went in for my visit. He was very knowledgable and showed me a few different stretches and excercises I could use on my own that I found to be very helpful.
More than 1 year agoPL
Mike has treated me for about four months for a back injury that had kept me out of the office for a couple of weeks. I have definitely seen a significant improvement in my condition. Mike is also great at explaining the logic behind each exercise and it's clear that he really cares about his patients and his work. I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for pt.
More than 1 year agoSS
Dr. Lella is an excellent PT! I have both chronic and acute muscle pain, and I've been seeing him for over a year to treat various issues. Michael is extremely knowledgeable, kind, and fun to work with, and his treatments are always effective.
More than 1 year agoCC
Dr Lella is professional and friendly. He addresses my concerns in a succinct approach. He is also good at finding the root of my problems and then targeting at it. I highly recommend him.
More than 1 year agoZZ
Mike Lella is unquestionably the best experience I have ever had with physical therapist. I came to him with what I thought was a simple knee pain issue and he worked diligently with me over six months on a myriad number deficiencies related to my back, hips, and lower body. The issue with my knee went away forever, and I also learned to do a valuable set of core strengthening exercises that I still use today to keep in shape. Thanks always to Mike!
More than 1 year agoNA
I can't say enough good things about working with Mike! He has helped me so much with my neck and shoulder tension and pain. He's always been very adept at identifying the root cause of issues based on my symptoms and is able to recommend stretches and exercises that make a huge difference right away. He's also very professional, easy to coordinate with and easy to talk to. I've recommended him to several friends already and always value his input on anything movement and fitness related.
More than 1 year agoAM
This place is amazing !! Dr. Lella and his staff are so caring and attentive. Dr. Lella saw that I was a bit nervous and he reassured me that I would feel better at the end of our session. He even spoke to me in my native language of Spanish to make me feel more at ease. Dr. Lella treated my sciatic pain very well, I have little to no pain now. I am very happy I found this place and will be coming back as needed. Thank you so much Dr. Lella!!!
More than 1 year agoGU
Mike is always friendly and professional. Having an injury is never easy. With Mike you'll be sure to leave with any questions or concerns answered and another step closer to recovery.
More than 1 year agoJF
I was referred to Dr. Lella from a friend who spoke very highly of him. After being treated by Dr. Lella more than once over the past few years I must say he is one of the better physical therapists I have ever dealt with. My first few experiences it seemed as though they didn't have an actual plan or goal for me and were just coasting through the sessions. After my first session with Dr. Lella I could tell that was not the case with him and his main goal was getting me back to 100%. I first saw him when I was training for a physical exam to run 1.5 miles. I was having a lot of issues with my hamstrings and shin splits and was unsure if I would be able to pass. I was required to run under 12:30 and because of all the work and exercises Dr. Lella showed me I was able to finish the run under 10 minutes. I have since gone to him for some neck issues and shoulder pain. Every time he has treated me for something I have had major improvements and by the last session felt as good as new. I highly recommend him to anyone who is serious about getting healthy. He is extremely professional and genuinely cares about his patients.
More than 1 year agoMV
Dr Lella was a great doctor that took the time to explain the benefit of each procedure I went through as well as making me feel at home. I left each procedure feeling stronger and more confident. All in all a very positive experience. Would highly recommend his services.
More than 1 year agoKM
Dr. Lella is a friendly personable guy who is great at what he does.
I saw him for a C6/C7 herniated disc that was causing me a lot of pain and affecting my overall strength. Through sessions with him I learned to carry myself with better posture and strengthened the proper muscles to completely alleviate my pain, and learned techniques to mitigate any future issues on my own.
He was super accommodating to my schedule and always willing to work with me to find time to fit me in. I can't recommend him highly enough.
More than 1 year agoAR
I found Dr. Lella online and I am extremely grateful that I did. I have never had to wait to see him, he always keeps his appointments, he's extremely nice and very attentive. I have had chronic lower back pain and I have been to a couple of therapists before him, but the pain would always come back. Since I finished my sessions with Dr. Lella the pain hasn't returned. He gave me some at home exercises to keep up with and I feel like a new man. I can't thank him enough.
More than 1 year agoGM
Was experiencing lower back pain from various strenuous physical activities, Mike was able to bend me in ways I didnt even know possible to allievate the pain. My back feels better then ever and I highly recommend his practice!
More than 1 year agoSM
Dr. Michael Lella did a fantastic job on my shoulders and back as well as some great PT on a hand injury I had sustained a few years ago. I had arrived a little late but the office was friendly and understanding and very accommodating. Currently my back and shoulder have been less tight and there is a lot more flexibility affording me the opportunity to return to the gym. I will definitely be going back to them for any further issues I may have.
More than 1 year agoWV
I have been plagued by nagging neck and shoulder pain for years. I've been to numerous physical therapists with minimal relief. After seeing P.T. Michael Lella 3 times, I no longer have an issue. I am amazed at his level of expertise. Dr. Lella was able to do what no other Physical therapist could. A great bedside manner coupled with an unparalleled talent.
More than 1 year agoMR
To be perfectly honest, I've never received the care and quality of service that I did from Mike. From the moment I walked through the door I felt that he was genuinely concerned about my back issue and extremely knowledgeable when I responded with questions. Mike went above and beyond to make me feel comfortable and treated me like a family member. Not to mention my lower back tightness started to immidiately improve! I won't go anywhere else for my PT needs. Thanks Mike!
More than 1 year agoCV
I've been seeing Mike for over a year, and he is fantastic. The philosophy of 1-on-1 pt for an hour means we really get to review exercises and figure out what's going on with my body. I've seen continual progress and recommended him to a few other friends who are also impressed.
More than 1 year agoElizabeth W.Verified patient
Having gone to several other PTs who seemed more interested in palliative care, it was refreshing to see Michael and have him begin recommending home exercises and habits immediately! He has been an excellent help with a recurring muscular pain I have and always has a thoughtful, thorough answer to my questions.
More than 1 year agoTalia R.Verified patient
Mike L is one of the best Physical Therapists that I have dealt with. I will certainly be back if I have any future injuries.
More than 1 year agoGL
I always leave feeling stronger and relaxed. Not like any other physical therapist I have gone too, it's one on one the whole time. Michael helped me understand what I need to do to feel better at home. He works on soft tissue and excersices all in an hour and if there is extra time he will use it all. I appreciate greatly the knowledge I gained from seeing him but most of all getting to feel like myself again.
More than 1 year agoDV
The staff was really professional and likable. They offered expert analysis and really helped me with my issue. I would recommend them to anybody.
More than 1 year agoJM
I went to Mike when I separated my AC joint snowboarding. I didn't need surgery but it was close. Mike helped me get full range of motion and all of the strength back into my shoulder. You can feel the passion that he has for his profession when he is working with you. He is always pushing you for continuous improvement and it becomes a real team effort getting you back to pain-free movement. I highly recommend this practice.
More than 1 year agoBM
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What practice does Dr. Michael Lella work with?
Dr. Michael Lella works with Movement Minded PhysioTherapy.
Where is Dr. Michael Lella's office located?
Dr. Michael Lella's office is located at 1 West 30th St, New York, NY 10001.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Michael Lella?
Dr. Michael Lella frequently sees patients for Hand Problems, Knee Problems, Physical Therapy Consultation, Spine Deformation / Scoliosis , and Sports Injury. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Michael Lella on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Michael Lella speak?
Dr. Michael Lella speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Michael Lella in reviews?
42 patients have reviewed Dr. Michael Lella. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.98/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.88/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.