Newark

Christina graduated with her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the CUNY Graduate Center at the College of Staten Island in 2016. She also performed her undergraduate studies at the Macaulay Honors College at the College of Staten Island in 2013, earning a Bachelor of Science degree with Honors in Psychology. Christina specializes in orthopedic injury rehabilitation for both non-operative and post-operative injuries. She has a strong interest in utilizing manual therapy and exercise prescription for athletic populations and spinal conditions, especially the SIJ and lumbar spine. Christina has utilized advanced Return to Sport programs with her patients and has performed screenings of high-level athletes to rule out potential ACL injuries. Christina has also participated in community events, including Injury Prevention seminars, Stretching and Foam Rolling Instruction with local gyms, and Exercising and Balance Activities for Geriatric populations. Christina is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and the Orthopedic Section. She is currently pursuing her Orthopedic Clinical Specialist certification through the APTA, as well as the Manual Therapy Certification through the University of St. Augustine.