Principal Physical Therapy LLC

Principal Physical Therapy LLC We are a privately owned Out-patient Physical Therapy practice servicing Park Slope

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PPT is a privately owned physical therapy clinic, located in Park Slope on the corner of Union Street and 8th Ave. We currently accept Medicare, NYSHIP, no fault, and NYS workers compensation. We treat a variety of orthopedic injuries and offer pre-had/post operative rehab for Rotator Cuff repairs, post op neck back surgeries, total knee/hip replacements, knee surgeries, ankle sprains/fractures. Dr Principal is a Board Certified Orthopedic Specialist through the Federal State Board of Physical Therapy

As we step into this new year, I want to reintroduce Principal Physical Therapy and the intention behind the work.I’m Dr...
01/09/2026

As we step into this new year, I want to reintroduce Principal Physical Therapy and the intention behind the work.

I’m Dr. Suze-Elisha Principal, Physical Therapist; Board Certified Specialist in Orthopedics and Physical Therapist with 20 years of experience, helping people move better and live stronger. I work with runners and active adults, treating shoulder, knee, and back pain, and supporting bodies through recovery with care that’s personal—not rushed.

My commitment to women’s health is deeply personal. After losing a sibling due to my mother being dismissed in the healthcare system, I practice differently. I listen closely. I ask better questions. I advocate—especially when someone feels unheard.

Before starting my practice in Brooklyn, I was bodybuilding, and realized PTs were only teaching mobility/stretching but werent strengthening. So between COVID 19, and 8 years of managing a high volume clinics seeing almost 20 patients a day and management “not getting it” I started my practice in April of 2020.

Almost 6 years later here we are.

📍 Located near Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn, Principal Physical Therapy offers one-on-one, evidence-based care in a calm space where progress is built with intention.

This year, the mission is simple:
✔️ Listen first
✔️ Treat the whole person
✔️ Help you move with confidence again

Here’s to a year of strength, clarity, and movement that feels good. 🤍

Need Help? Live in Brooklyn?
Contact 718-679-3659

12/31/2025

Your MRI said you have a full thickness tear

Studies show that rotator cuff tears, tendinopathy, and ‘degeneration’ are incredibly common in people without shoulder pain, especially as we age.

Pain is influenced by load tolerance, strength, nervous system sensitivity, sleep, stress, and context-not just tissue appearance
Imaging findings often reflect normal aging, not injury.

Movement quality, strength, and confidence matter more than what the scan says

12/20/2025

This is one of the most frustrating parts of rehab—for patients and providers.

You may be post-op and improving, but:
• Overhead movements still feel weak
• Weight-bearing through the arm is painful
• Daily tasks aren’t effortless yet

Meanwhile, insurance sees:
“Normal motion.”
“Good strength.”
“60% progress.”

And that often means denied visits.

👉🏽 This is where strategy matters.

I use remaining in-person sessions to:
✔️ Progress your home exercises intentionally
✔️ Build stability and load tolerance
✔️ Create a gym routine that supports long-term recovery

Insurance goals and personal goals don’t always align—but your recovery doesn’t stop when visits do.

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12/12/2025

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12/03/2025

Lateral Ankle Sprains!

✅ Lateral Ankle Sprain — Quick Goal Checklist:
☑️ Reduce swelling + pain
☑️ Restore full ankle mobility (especially dorsiflexion + eversion)
☑️ Regain balance + proprioception
☑️ Strengthen peroneals + lateral ankle stabilizers
☑️ Improve gait pattern (no limping!)
☑️ Return to single-leg control without pain
☑️ Build power + agility for sport or daily life
☑️ Prevent future sprains with proper loading

❌Dont let an ankle sprain get in the way of your goals.

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12/01/2025

Foot Pain: Posterior Tibial Tendinopathy

Posterior tibial tendinopathy is a common source of foot and ankle pain that can make walking, standing, or working out feel impossible.

The posterior tibial tendon is a major stabilizer of your arch—so when it’s irritated or weakened, every step can feel like a struggle.

Common Pain Points:
• Pain or burning along the inside of the ankle or foot
• Tenderness or swelling around the posterior tibial tendon
• Stiffness, weakness, or instability in the foot and ankle
• Fatigue or soreness after long periods of standing or walking

Solutions:
1. Targeted Strengthening & Recruitment
• Focus on posterior tibialis activation and strength
• Secondary emphasis on peroneals, gastrocnemius length + strength, foot intrinsic muscles, and proximal hip stability
• This restores control of the arch, improves push-off, and reduces tendon overload.
2. Supportive Footwear & Orthotics
• Proper arch support reduces mechanical strain
• Temporary use of orthotics or bracing to calm inflammation while strengthening

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Park Slope, NY

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 12pm - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm

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+17186793659

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