Dr. Elena Vaynshtok is a dedicated and experienced physical therapist specializing in orthopedic and pediatric rehabilitation. She is the founder and owner of Prime Fitness Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation, an outpatient orthopedic clinic she established in 2007. With over two decades of expertise, Dr. Vaynshtok has been committed to helping individuals of all ages—from newborns to adults—achieve optimal movement and functional independence
Dr. Vaynshtok earned her Master’s in Physical Therapy from Long Island University (LIU) in 2001 and her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2005. Her passion for treating diverse populations has guided her career, with early intervention pediatric and orthopedic physical therapy being a significant focus since 2001. She has consistently maintained active membership with the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) since the start of her career.
As a leader in her field, Dr. Vaynshtok has pursued extensive certifications to enhance her clinical expertise. She is a certified Kinesiotaping Practitioner and a fully certified Pilates Rehabilitation Practitioner through the Polestar Pilates program, proficient in both floor and all equipment modalities, including the Reformer, Chair, and Cadillac. Additionally, she holds credentials as an Advanced Schroth Physical Therapist from the Barcelona Scoliosis Physical Therapy School and Scoliosis and Spine Online Learning. She is also a Rehabilitation Hip Preservation Certified Clinician through the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) and is currently working toward her Advanced Orthopedic Triage Certification (AOTC)™.
Dr. Vaynshtok has a special clinical focus on pre- and post-surgical rehabilitation, sports and injury recovery (including gymnastics and dance), scoliosis, and pediatric physical therapy, from birth through adulthood. As a member of the Hospital for Special Surgery Rehabilitation Network, she collaborates with top specialists to ensure comprehensive, individualized care for her patients.
When not treating patients, Elena values family time with her husband and three daughters, traveling, reading, staying active through exercise, and continuously expanding her professional knowledge to stay at the forefront of her field. Dr. Vaynshtok’s passion for movement science, rehabilitation, and patient care ensures that every patient receives compassionate, evidence-based treatment tailored to their goals.
