ABOUT KEEP MOVING FORWARD
Keep Moving Forward, Inc. is the FIRST intensive physical therapy clinic in Long Island!
Intensive Physical Therapy
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Therasuit/Suit Therapy
The bands can be pulled for greater resistance to cue the muscle to work harder.
Neuro Pediatric PT
Allows for functional strengthening & corrective exercise.
Aquatic Therapy
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We utilize an individualized intensive strengthening program for children and adults with neurological and developmental delays through the use of the TheraSuitTM, Universal Exercise Unit and many more techniques.
“Around here, we don’t look backwards for very long. We KEEP MOVING FORWARD, opening up new doors and doing new things, because we are confident and this confidence keeps leading us to work determined to achieve and sustain success…”
OUR PROGRAMS
Our program encompasses a variety of tools and techniques, including but not limited to:
TheraSuit
The TheraSuit is a soft, proprioceptive, dynamic, orthosis, consisting of a cap, vest, shorts, knee pads, and shoes. Each piece is connected with tension bands that are aligned in the direction of muscle fibers.
Universal Exercise Unit
The UEU is a system combined with pulleys and bungees that allow for muscle isolation by eliminating gravitation forces while facilitating coordination to improve functional movements
Weight-Assisted Gait Training
Partial body weight is supported using an overhead tracking system or support on a treadmill which creates effective gait training.
Redcord
Redcord/Neurac is a treatment aimed at restoring functional movement patterns through high levels of neuromuscular stimulation (add this to the end of the sentence please)… using straps and body weight resistance
Electrical Stimulation
Neuromuscular electrical stimulation (which targets motor nerves) and TENS (which targets sensory nerves) are techniques used to elicit a muscle contraction or decrease pain by using electrical impulses.
Cuervas Medek Exercises
Provokes the appearance of absent automatic motor functions, exposing the child to the influence of gravity forces.
Kinesiotape
A rehabilitative taping technique that is designed to facilitate the body’s natural healing process while providing support and stability to muscles and joints without restricting the body’s range of motion
Sensory Integration
Integrating the brain's sensory system with motor function using a variety of tools including swings, unstable surfaces, proprioception, and visual stimuli.
MEET OUR THERAPIST
We are proud to say we have wonderful administrative staff supporting these amazing therapist and our family of patients.
AMY EAPEN
Therapist
Amy Eapen, PT, DPT. Amy attended Northeastern University where she has received a Bachelor’s of Science in Rehabilitation Sciences, Masters of Science in Physical Therapy (MSPT) and Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT). Amy is Early Intervention Certified and has experience working with babies from 2lbs when they are released from the NICU. Amy specializes in Neuro and Pediatric Physical Therapy. Amy is certified in the Therasuit MethodTM. In addition, Amy obtains a certificate to practice as a Level 1 CME (Cuervas Medek Exercises) Therapist. Amy has also appeared on numerous television broadcasts and is considered a leading expert in her field.
Contact Amy: amy@keepmovingforward.info
JAMIE
THERAPIST
Jamie Schmahl has been one of our skilled Physical Therapists since June 2018 after receiving her Doctorates in Physical Therapy from Stony Brook University. Jamie also received her Bachelor’s in Biology with a concentration in Pre-Physical Therapy from Iona College in 2015. Jamie’s love for pediatric Physical Therapy began on a mission trip to Tanzania, Africa where she and her peers evaluated and treated children with special needs. Additionally, she helped organize information sessions with their teachers & caregivers to optimize their care going forward. Jamie has knowledge and clinical experience in orthopedic interventions and often implements these skills during her treatment sessions. Jamie has completed the Neurac Level I Redcord Education program and is in the process of becoming Early Intervention Certified. Jamie has been trained in the use of the Therasuit and the Universal Exercise Unit, and has experience with the application of Kinesiotape and Electrical Stimulation.
Contact Jamie: jamie@keepmovingforward.info
AMANDA
THERAPIST
Amanda Kannengeiser, PT, DPT.Amanda is a New York State licensed physical therapist. Amanda attended Quinnipiac University where she received a Bachelor’s in Health and Science Studies with a minor in Psychology, and Doctorate in Physical Therapy. Amanda specializes in neuro and pediatric therapy. She has provided services in a variety of settings including hospitals, outpatient facilities, preschools, elementary, and secondary schools and early intervention. She has previously worked in schools providing mobility and adaptations to help children be successful in their educational environment as well as coached a middle school dance team. She continues to further her education in numerous courses in developmental delays as well as kineso taping. When not at Keep Moving Forward Inc. you will find Amanda training for a half marathon, or at a New York Mets Game. Amanda is also trained in the TheraSuit method and obtains a Neurac level one certification in the Redcord method.
Contact Amanda: amanda@keepmovingforward.info
KAIT
SURGEONS
Kait, PT, DPT. Amy attended Northeastern University where she has received a Bachelor’s of Science in Rehabilitation Sciences, Masters of Science in Physical Therapy (MSPT) and Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT). Amy is Early Intervention Certified and has experience working with babies from 2lbs when they are released from the NICU. Amy specializes in Neuro and Pediatric Physical Therapy. Amy is certified in the Therasuit MethodTM. In addition, Amy obtains a certificate to practice as a Level 1 CME (Cuervas Medek Exercises) Therapist. Amy has also appeared on numerous television broadcasts and is considered a leading expert in her field.
Contact Kait: kait@keepmovingforward.info
ELIZABETH
THERAPIST
Elizabeth Haberman, PT, DPT. Elizabeth attended The University at Buffalo where she received her Bachelors of Science in Exercise Science and her Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT). Elizabeth specializes in pediatric and neuro PT and is Early Intervention certified. She has evaluated and treated pediatric patients from birth to 21 years old. She treated children and young adults in school, clinic, and home settings to maximize skill development and safety when navigating the environment. Elizabeth is trained in the TheraSuit method, received a Neurac level one certification in the RedCrd method, and has taken level one and two courses in the kinesio taping method. In addition to her time at Keep Moving Forward, Elizabeth has coached a competitive gymnastics team. In her free time, she enjoys traveling and spending time with family and friends.
Contact Elizabeth: elizabeth@keepmovingforward.info
ERIN
SURGEONS
Erin, PT, DPT. Amy attended Northeastern University where she has received a Bachelor’s of Science in Rehabilitation Sciences, Masters of Science in Physical Therapy (MSPT) and Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT). Amy is Early Intervention Certified and has experience working with babies from 2lbs when they are released from the NICU. Amy specializes in Neuro and Pediatric Physical Therapy. Amy is certified in the Therasuit MethodTM. In addition, Amy obtains a certificate to practice as a Level 1 CME (Cuervas Medek Exercises) Therapist. Amy has also appeared on numerous television broadcasts and is considered a leading expert in her field.
Contact Erin: erin@keepmovingforward.info
AMY EAPEN
Therapist
Amy Eapen, PT, DPT. Amy attended Northeastern University where she has received a Bachelor’s of Science in Rehabilitation Sciences, Masters of Science in Physical Therapy (MSPT) and Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT). Amy is Early Intervention Certified and has experience working with babies from 2lbs when they are released from the NICU. Amy specializes in Neuro and Pediatric Physical Therapy. Amy is certified in the Therasuit MethodTM. In addition, Amy obtains a certificate to practice as a Level 1 CME (Cuervas Medek Exercises) Therapist. Amy has also appeared on numerous television broadcasts and is considered a leading expert in her field.
Contact Amy: amy@keepmovingforward.info
JAMIE
SURGEONS
Jamie, PT, DPT. Amy attended Northeastern University where she has received a Bachelor’s of Science in Rehabilitation Sciences, Masters of Science in Physical Therapy (MSPT) and Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT). Amy is Early Intervention Certified and has experience working with babies from 2lbs when they are released from the NICU. Amy specializes in Neuro and Pediatric Physical Therapy. Amy is certified in the Therasuit MethodTM. In addition, Amy obtains a certificate to practice as a Level 1 CME (Cuervas Medek Exercises) Therapist. Amy has also appeared on numerous television broadcasts and is considered a leading expert in her field.
Contact Jamie: jamie@keepmovingforward.info
AMANDA
SURGEONS
Amanda, PT, DPT. Amy attended Northeastern University where she has received a Bachelor’s of Science in Rehabilitation Sciences, Masters of Science in Physical Therapy (MSPT) and Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT). Amy is Early Intervention Certified and has experience working with babies from 2lbs when they are released from the NICU. Amy specializes in Neuro and Pediatric Physical Therapy. Amy is certified in the Therasuit MethodTM. In addition, Amy obtains a certificate to practice as a Level 1 CME (Cuervas Medek Exercises) Therapist. Amy has also appeared on numerous television broadcasts and is considered a leading expert in her field.
Contact Amanda: amanda@keepmovingforward.info
KAIT
SURGEONS
Kait, PT, DPT. Amy attended Northeastern University where she has received a Bachelor’s of Science in Rehabilitation Sciences, Masters of Science in Physical Therapy (MSPT) and Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT). Amy is Early Intervention Certified and has experience working with babies from 2lbs when they are released from the NICU. Amy specializes in Neuro and Pediatric Physical Therapy. Amy is certified in the Therasuit MethodTM. In addition, Amy obtains a certificate to practice as a Level 1 CME (Cuervas Medek Exercises) Therapist. Amy has also appeared on numerous television broadcasts and is considered a leading expert in her field.
Contact Kait: kait@keepmovingforward.info
TESTIMONIALS
What our client say about us.
Ronnie
Thank you Amy for giving my husband and I and our 4 and a half year old son Ronnie a renewed sense of hope. I will always remember the motivation we had after our initial consultation with Amy. She reviewed with us our son Ronnie’s short and long term potentials.
Ava
Just a small note of appreciation! Amy, Ava has been a patient of yours since 2009. The gains she has made have not been small, as you know. To think back to the goals we were working on during early intervention for 3 years before we went to you for just 3 short weeks were surpassed after that first course with you.
Matthew
My son, Matthew, was born at 30 weeks and has faced many challenges as a preemie. I believe that our physical therapist, Amy Eapen, has made a world of difference in his life and abilities.
Grace
Our seven year old daughter Grace was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy at 15 months. Naturally we were devastated but also determined to source the therapy she would require to enable her to reach her full potential. Frustrated by the lack of resources in our home country of Ireland, we had no choice but to look further afield.
Ken
We are so thankful to have found Keep Moving Forward. I don’t know where Kenneth would be without them and I only wish he had found them sooner. In the future, when Kenneth is able to independently walk, talk, and do everything all of the “experts” deemed impossible – he’s pretty much more than half way there so it won’t be too far down the road, but once he is able to do so he’ll be Keep Moving Forward’s proudest success story and biggest advocate.
HOW TO FIND US ?
We look forward to hearing from you!
ADDRESS
306 Nassau Boulevard South
Garden City , New York 11530