My elderly mother (aged 80) goes to Long Island Balance PT twice a week for neurovestibular balance retraining (NVBT). Prior to seeing Dr. Pensavalle she was falling regularly — typically once a month due to neurological issues and frailty caused by a TIA and Alzheimers disease. Other physical therapy was diligently sought and tried for nearly two years prior with little to no significant improvement.
It has been two months since Mom started NVBT with Dr. Pensavalle and his exceptional staff. Her overall constitution, strength and vitality improving markedly. Her spatial awareness returning and her strength in gait rebounding. Most importantly when she stumbles she catches herself while maintaining control of her balance in a way she has been unable to do since becoming ill.
The state of the art facility at Long Island Balance PT provides Dr. Pensavalle with complete quantitative analyses: comprehensive and objective information regarding patient deficiencies, targeted goals, and subsequent improvement. This kind of data driven approach is the gold standard for understanding the efficacy and usefulness of treatment; how, when, and where to make adjustments throughout.
Further, the human factor is undeniable. Dr. Pensavalle and his staff, at every level, share a mindfulness that solidifies the mission and spirit of the practice: patient forward professionalism that is elite when compared to their peers. My mother is stronger and healthier because of these people and this remarkable practice. For that there isn’t enough I can say to affirm my recommendation and gratitude.
