RETURN TO SPORT
Sports Injury Rehab and Return to Sport on Long Island and in Brooklyn
Living With Sports Injuries?
Whether you strained a hamstring, sprained an ankle, had ACL or shoulder surgery, or just cannot shake a nagging injury, getting back to your sport takes more than waiting for the pain to stop. At Panetta Physical Therapy, a licensed physical therapist treats the injury, rebuilds strength and power, and tests that you are ready before you return. We help athletes at our clinics in Ronkonkoma, Bay Shore and Roslyn on Long Island, and in Greenpoint, Brooklyn.
How We Treat Sports Injuries
A full evaluation
We look at the injured area and how your whole body moves in your sport.
Hands-on care and early rehab
Reduce pain and swelling and restore motion safely.
Strength, power and agility
Sport-specific training supervised by a licensed physical therapist.
Return-to-sport testing
Strength and movement testing so you and your coach know when you are ready.
Injury prevention
A plan to lower the chance of getting hurt again, plus FitGolf, SnowFit and athletic performance programs.
Who We Help
- High school and college athletes coming back from injury
- Runners with knee, hip, shin or foot pain
- Golfers, tennis and pickleball players with shoulder, elbow, back or hip pain
- Athletes recovering from ACL, meniscus, shoulder or other surgery
- Weekend athletes who want to stay active without getting hurt again
Common Causes
Common sports injuries include ankle sprains, muscle strains, ACL and meniscus tears, shoulder dislocations and labral tears, tendinitis, shin splints, stress reactions and concussions. Many come back because strength, mobility or mechanics were never fully restored.
When to See a Physical Therapist
Time to See a PT
See a physical therapist if an injury is not improving after a week or two, keeps returning when you play, or you are coming back after surgery.
Get Medical Care Right Away If
You cannot bear weight, a joint looks deformed, or you have numbness, weakness or a head injury with worsening symptoms.
Therapists Who Treat Sports Injuries
These team members have a particular focus on athletes and returning to sport.
Therese Panetta-Young
PT, DPT, COMT · Ronkonkoma
Runners, speed and agility training, cheerleaders
Dominick Danzi
PT, DPT · Ronkonkoma
Shoulder injuries and return to sport
Joseph Burbige
PT, DPT · Bay Shore
Golfers, soccer players, knee and shoulder injuries
Kristy Gonzalez
PT, DPT · Bay Shore
Returning to sports, lumbopelvic stability
Verified Google Reviews
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Elisa BonavitaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Steve is awesome. He helped get me back on track.Posted on Google![]()
Abby HerrittTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I’ve been going to Dr. Galassi on and off since I was 16, and he has helped me more than I ever could have imagined. Most recently, I was dealing with numbness in my feet and sciatic pain, and within just a few sessions, the numbness was gone and I felt significantly better. I truly believe he can help fix just about any injury. I’ve recommended so many people to him because I genuinely feel he has a gift for healing. If you’re willing to show up and push through the ups and downs of recovery, he is absolutely the person you want by your side. There have been times I’ve left sessions in tears not from pain, but from disbelief at how much better and more pain-free I felt walking out of the office. I can’t recommend him enough.Posted on Google![]()
Komal ChandTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
My experience at panetta has truly been life changing.i’m so grateful fo the safe,supportive environment and the care I received. A special thank you to my therapist,Danish Anwar for his patience,guidance and understanding. Your support has made a real difference in my journey.Posted on Google![]()
Raymond PrososkiTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I had a great experience with Dr. James Galassi at Panetta Physical Therapy. He’s professional, approachable, caring and explains everything in simple, easy-to-understand terms. The PT assistants — Constantine, Jake, Rich, and Christian — are patient and attentive, and Katie at the front desk makes scheduling and insurance issues easy to manage. Even though they didn’t treat me directly, Dr. Wiley and Dr. Anwar were fun and personable. Highly recommend this friendly, well-run office.Posted on Google![]()
richard lippmannTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I can't say enough about the staff and the services at Pennetta. Everyone is so helpful and motivated to help heal whatever physical ailments you're dealing with. I especially love the Roslyn Village OfficePosted on Google![]()
P WTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
After being diagnosed with rotator cuff injury I came back to James for treatment and exercises at home. After a few weeks I am greatly improved and appreciative for all the work and excellent supervision. Thanks James, Rich and Panetta PT.Posted on Google![]()
Tom CorderoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
This is an update to my review, which I wrote several years back (see below) and is still applicable! I've recently returned to Panetta Roslyn for help following another injury--this time involving my rotator cuff--and once again, Panetta in Roslyn made all the difference in my healing and recovery. If you live within range and are in need of PT, this is the place you want to be. There are probably a hundred PT centers in Nassau County alone, but there's simply no place like Panetta Roslyn. Normally, you'd be lucky to find ONE Physical Therapist who is as superior as all three of the PT's who call Panetta Roslyn home. Steve, James and Danish are ALL first-rate in their professional knowledge and level of care. Katie who runs the scheduling and other business at the front desk is completely lovely and accommodating. Huge praise for Rich, the therapeutic assistant who manages any number of patients at once in the exercises rehab area--he is incredible! The bottom line, even after all these years, is that Panetta Roslyn is still the place to be. I'm back to my yoga and weight-training routines after hardly being able to lift my left arm, and it's all thanks to these amazing therapists and staff. Below is my original five-star review... I chose Panetta PT because of its proximity to my home, but frankly, it would have been worth a drive five times as long for the level of care and therapeutic treatment I've received here. Every member of the staff is top shelf, beginning with the front desk that's friendly and quick to accommodate even a schedule as specific as mine. The assistants who worked me through my prescribed exercise regimen were all superb, especially Dana, whose knowledge and passion for kinesthetic work is completely inspiring. The big kudos here go to the PT's themselves, two gents who are rock stars in the field as far as I'm concerned. I was lucky enough to have a few sessions with Danny, but my regular therapist was Steve, about whom I could rhapsodize for days. Besides being extraordinarily skilled and completely expert in his professional knowledge, Steve is vastly generous in the time he takes to educate his patients, and highly responsive to the immediate needs of patients before, during and after each session. In two months, I have progressed from barely being able to engage my right shoulder at all to being able to do full push-ups again. Best of all, I've learned what to do and what not to do in the future to protect this fussy joint. The space is sanitary and well attended, the location has ample parking and the care simply cannot be beat. Don't be surprised if, like me, you come to Panetta Roslyn as an anonymous face and leave feeling like a member of the family.Posted on Google![]()
Samantha KutcherTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I have been seen at the Roslyn office of Panetta Physical Therapy many times over the years, all with positive results. However I had to use Panetta again recently to rehab after a total knee replacement I had this past July. I have to say, without their help especially the physical therapist, Stephen Wiley, I would not have been back to playing pickleball at 5 weeks post op. I had wanted a therapist who would motivate me and inspire me to work hard both in the office and at home. Stephen knew how important it was to me to get back on the courts and start playing again. It made it easier to get through the painful recovery because our priorities were aligned. Everyone at the office were so very accommodating and caring and kind that it made coming to the office like being with your friends for the hour. I would HIGHLY recommend Panetta Therapy to everyone looking for qualified and caring physical therapists who treat you as a friend and patient.Posted on Google![]()
Kosta RicaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Alex is our treating PT specialist and he is very good. Easy going and caring. My son loves coming here. A nice, clean boutique PT place.Posted on Google![]()
Penney MorashTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I had an outstanding experience at Panetta Physical Therapy. From the moment I walked in, the staff was incredibly welcoming, helpful, and knowledgeable. Scheduling appointments was a breeze, the facility was spotless, and the parking was easy and convenient — which made the whole process stress-free. I worked with Steve Wiley as my physical therapist, and I truly cannot say enough about him. He guided me through recovery from multiple injuries with detailed, easy-to-follow instructions. His professionalism, expertise, and dedication to patient care are unmatched. Steve is, without a doubt, the best physical therapist I have ever met. I’m so grateful for the healing and progress I’ve made thanks to him and the entire Panetta team. Highly recommend!
Where to Get Sports Injury Treatment
Ronkonkoma
3385 Veterans Memorial Highway, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
Sports Injuries focus: Therese Panetta-Young, Dominick Danzi
Bay Shore
131 West Main Street, Bay Shore, NY 11706 (entrance on Smith Ave)
Sports Injuries focus: Joseph Burbige, Kristy Gonzalez
Roslyn
Greenpoint
112 Greenpoint Ave, Suite 1B, Brooklyn, NY 11222
Sports Injuries focus: James Galassi
Sports Injuries FAQs
When you have regained the strength, motion and control your sport demands, not just when the pain is gone. We use return-to-sport testing to help you and your coach make that call.
Yes. We guide athletes through every phase of ACL rehab, from early motion to strength, running, cutting and return-to-sport testing, coordinated with your surgeon.
Yes. Our FitGolf program at our Roslyn clinic, led by Steve Wiley, combines injury prevention and golf-specific performance training.
No. In New York you can start physical therapy without a referral for up to 10 visits or 30 days.
Ready to Start Feeling Better?
No referral needed to start. Ask about a free 30-minute discovery session at any of our clinics.