AT THE CORE PHYSICAL THERAPY
About
Dr. Madeline started AT THE CORE PHYSICAL THERAPY with the intention of providing patients with the undivided time and quality attention that they deserve. Her private PT & Pilates studio boasts calm, welcoming energy for her patients to learn appropriate core-focused techniques and body awareness. Dr. Madeline specializes in the management of Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, joint hypermobility, and chronic pain. She received this diagnosis herself, and therefore fully understands its associated symptoms & complexities. She also performs cupping therapy, Pilates for fitness, and stretching sessions.
EDS Healthcare in New York
The NYIT EDS/Hypermobility Treatment Center operates in Old Westbury and Central Islip, offering specialized rehabilitation and treatment. Mount Sinai South Nassau Chiari EDS Center in Oceanside focuses on EDS with Chiari malformation. Weill Cornell provides pain management expertise. New York Medicaid covers genetic testing with prior authorization. Wait times at major programs can be 6 months or longer.
Both EDS Centers of Excellence are on Long Island, leaving upstate New York significantly underserved. Patients in Buffalo, Syracuse, Rochester, and the Adirondacks face drives of 4-6+ hours to reach these programs. Wait times of 6 months or more are common. Rural upstate access is very limited, and telehealth is important for follow-up care.
Finding Physical Therapy for EDS
When choosing a PT for EDS, ask whether they have experience with hypermobility and use stabilization-first protocols rather than standard stretching routines.