PROActive Physical Therapy, Manlius NY

Had a great experience with Drew. He was kind, receptive, patient, and informative. He helped me correct my spine alignment and strengthen my core after a herniated disc diagnosis. I was back to myself and stronger than ever after just a few weeks. Highly recommended.

I have had three separate sessions with Drew in the last few years. For strength recovery from surgery, knee rehabilitation, and shoulder rehabilitation. In each case I was able to return to playing ice hockey. I am 90+ years old. Drew is the best!

Drew provided excellent exercises that were carefully selected for issues. He routinely checked that they were being properly performed and slowly changed exercises as strength and improvement occurred. I was very pleased with knowledge and attention to detail. Would definitely recommend.

I had to have a hip replacement awhile ago and went to ProActive PT, Drew specifically, to prepare for the surgery ahead of time and followed up afterwards with him. My recovery took awhile (difficult surgery) and Drew was very patient and gave me very helpful exercises to do on my own at home and in his office and we stuck to it until I recovered very well. I found the location convenient and scheduling my appointments was accommodating for me. Drew was easy to talk to and took the time to explain things well to me. I appreciated all of his help and have and would highly recommend him. I even sent my husband to him!).

Dr. Drew helped improve my hip pain. I appreciated the thorough approach and help with my pain management.

My time with Dr Drew was time well spent! After a few weeks of visits with instruction on proper and specific exercises for my problem, I’ve been able to continue on my own with very good results. Convenient, friendly, accessible.

I went to Dr. Nelson for achilles pain that was preventing me from running. Within 6 months I was running 20 miles per week without pain. He also took the time to help with chronic lower back pain I’d been hampered with for over a decade. Should I ever need PT again, I will definitely return!

Excellent personalized service. Highly recommend PROActive Physical Therapy and Dr. Drew Nelson for any PT needs

After a tough rotator cuff surgery, I decided to use ProActive Physical Therapy. I went to the YMCA there and had many people talking about the excellent service. And they were correct! I enjoyed my meeting and working with the staff there! My range of motion is very good and my strength is getting better all of the time. They also taught me to use all of the equipment as well. Good staff and great results!

I've known Dr. Drew for a long time. He and PROACtive Physical Therapy were professional and helped me recover from a hamstring injury. I highly recommend.

I needed additional therapy after back surgery. Dr Nelson was exceptional and very professional. I would highly recommend him.

Excellent care, easy to follow exercises to perform at home. I appreciate the access to all the gym equipment during a session to give a wide range of exercises to follow.

My experience with PROActive Physical Therapy has been great! I received treatment for two different issues- tennis elbow and the beginnings of arthritis in my knee. Drew and other team members listened to the concerns and provided both physical therapy as well as clear exercise instructions to enable healing. I’m very happy with the results! I play tennis with no elbow pain and no brace. My knee I continue to perform the exercises to help minimize the effects of arthritis. Very nice, respectful and competent. Highly recommended!

I went to see Dr. Nelson for a shoulder issue that had bothered me for months. He was very professional and caring. He quickly pinpointed the problem and walked me through some progressive rehab exercises. My shoulder problem was resolved by him in less than 2 months and has not been bothering me ever since.

Dr. Drew Nelson is very knowledgeable and helped me successfully recover from a hamstring issue. I highly recommend his physical therapy treatment.

After having knee replacement surgery in February 2022, I met with "Dr. Drew" two to three times a week for physical therapy, and I'm glad I did. His one-on-one attention helped tremendously in the recovery process. I would highly recommend PROActive PT to others (in fact, I have).

I hiked Algonquin, one of the more difficult 46ers, with my two boys last summer and sure enough, I felt something. I finally went in to see Dr. Drew. He explained why and how it happened. Most importantly, he worked me through many strengthening exercises that I continue to do today. It’s easy to understand why his office is just outside the gym. I’m looking forward to hiking Algonquin again this summer! Thanks Dr. Drew!

Back to hiking after a broken knee cap! Sure I wouldn't be if I didn't have such good PT by Drew! Just remember pain comes with gain Shoulders and feet also improved with his PT