Postpartum Physical Therapy in New York, NY

Recover Fully. Return to Everything You Love.

We provide postpartum physical therapy in New York, NY for new mothers dealing with core weakness, pelvic floor dysfunction, or pain that's limiting their return to activity, exercise, and daily life.

Postpartum Recovery Stalls When the Root Cause Is Missed

You Were Cleared but Still Don't Feel Right

Your six-week appointment came and went. But leaking, pressure, or core weakness is still making everyday movement harder than it should be.

Pain Is Getting in the Way of Doing What You Love

Whether it's running, lifting, or just playing with your baby on the floor — pain or weakness is limiting what you can do. Rest alone isn't fixing it.

You're Not Sure What's Safe to Do Again

Without a clear picture of your pelvic floor and core recovery, you're guessing at what's safe. That uncertainty slows your return to the activities you care about.

Common Conditions We Treat

Postpartum Conditions and Symptoms We Address

From pelvic floor dysfunction to core weakness and postpartum pain, we help new mothers in New York recover fully and return to the activities they love.

Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - Leaking, urgency, or pelvic pressure that started or worsened after birth and hasn't resolved with time alone.

Diastasis Recti - Abdominal separation that's affecting core strength, posture, and your ability to return to exercise and daily lifting.

Postpartum Pelvic and Hip Pain - Hip, SI joint, or pelvic girdle pain that makes walking, carrying, and basic movement uncomfortable postpartum.

Core Weakness and Pressure Symptoms - Deep core weakness, heaviness, or prolapse symptoms that make exercise, lifting, and sustained activity difficult.

Painful Intercourse - Pelvic pain or tension with sex after birth that affects your quality of life and hasn't been addressed with time alone.

C-Section Recovery - Scar tissue restrictions, abdominal weakness, and movement limitations following cesarean delivery that affect strength and daily function.

Return to Running and Exercise - Leaking, pressure, or pain that shows up when you try to run, jump, or return to training after delivery.

How It Works

A Clear Path From Pain to Performance

Schedule a Phone Consult

We start with a conversation about your goals, your training, and what's been holding you back. No pressure, just clarity on whether we're the right fit.

Get a One-on-One Evaluation With a Clear Plan

Your first visit is a full hour with a DPT. We assess your movement, test your strength, and build a plan that fits your sport and schedule. We have 3 month, 5 month, and 7 month plans

Follow a Progressive Rehab and Training Plan

Each session builds on the last with hands-on manual therapy, targeted exercises, and coaching to keep you moving forward. We reassess as you progress.

Real Results From Postpartum PT

See how we've helped new mothers in New York recover their strength, restore pelvic floor function, and return to the activities they love.

Jason is a brilliantly talented physical therapist whose skill and dedication allowed me to return to playing the piano after a five-year hiatus due to chronic wrist tendinitis. I’ll never be able to thank him enough for that gift. He is present, communicative, and a joy to work with.
Marcus O.
Jason is a fantastic physical therapist. He has helped me regain strength and mobility in addition to eliminating low back pain issues. On top of being an exceptional therapist (I've worked with many), he is kind, motivating, and very fun. I highly recommend working with reCOOPERate Physical Therapy!
Jared T.
I started seeing Jason immediately after I had my first child. I was suffering incredible back pain (si joint) as a result of pregnancy, combined with a challenging and painful labor and delivery; I couldn't even walk! I was convinced that I wouldn't heal. After seeing Jason for 4 weeks I was completely back to normal, I truly couldn't believe how good I felt. I have continued to see Jason for maintenance with my back and to treat a variety of other problem areas, and he always gets by body back to baseline and feeling better again. He's incredible!
Trish E.
Areas We Serve

Convenient Care in Midtown Manhattan and Beyond

Located at 122 W 26th St, we're easy to reach from West Village, Chelsea, Flatiron District, and surrounding NYC neighborhoods. Whether you're walking from a nearby apartment or commuting via subway, our location offers convenient access for active adults across Manhattan who need one-on-one physical therapy without the commute to a clinic outside the city.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here's what postpartum patients in New York ask us most about pelvic floor and recovery PT.

When Is It Safe to Start Postpartum PT?

You don't have to wait for your six-week clearance to be seen. Many patients benefit from an early evaluation to understand their recovery. We assess where you are and build a plan appropriate for your stage — whether you're two weeks postpartum or two years out.

What Does a Postpartum PT Evaluation Include?

Your first visit is a full one-on-one evaluation with a DPT. We review your birth history, pregnancy, and current symptoms. This may include an internal pelvic floor assessment when appropriate. You'll leave with a clear picture of what's happening and a specific plan to address it.

Do I Need a Referral for Postpartum PT?

No referral is needed to start postpartum PT in New York. We complete our own evaluation and build your plan from there. If another provider would be helpful as part of your care, we'll let you know and can coordinate that conversation.

Can Postpartum PT Help Even if I Delivered by C-Section?

Yes. C-section recovery has its own set of considerations — scar tissue, abdominal wall function, and core strength restoration all benefit from targeted physical therapy. We build your plan around your delivery type, your current symptoms, and your recovery goals.

Do You Take Insurance for Postpartum PT?

We're cash-based, which means we don't bill insurance directly. We provide superbills you can submit to your insurer for possible out-of-network reimbursement. Many patients use HSA or FSA cards to cover their sessions.

Still have questions?

Have questions about postpartum PT in New York? We're here to help.

Ready to Start Feeling Like Yourself Again?

Book a phone consult or schedule your first visit. Let's identify what's holding your recovery back and build a clear plan to get you there.