Stretching - Massage - Balance - Recover - Strengthen - Restore
Dr. Scott Liptzin, DPT, "Keeping Athletes in Tip-Top Shape"
Welcome to the Long Island Stretching Institute. Based in Hicksville, NY, Dr. Scott Liptzin, DPT has expertly helped people of all ages with stretching, joint and soft-tissue mobilization, athletic recovery, deep tissue trigger point release, physical therapy, sciatica pain, back pain, mobility and more. Call below to discuss your options and see how Dr. Liptzin can help you. Scott's office is a newly renovated, open and spacious one-of-a-kind physical therapy office. Conveniently located near the Hicksville LIRR with plenty of easy parking, see the difference for yourself! Contact us today at 516-935-0814 or e-mail at PhysioDoc@LiStretchingInstitute.com Follow us on Facebook - Follow us on Instagram
At LI Stretch, the ultimate 1:1 physical therapy experience is centered on precision, hands-on care, and personalized attention. Each session focuses on advanced manual therapy to restore mobility, relieve pain, and improve performance. Every detail—from assessment to treatment—is tailored to the individual, ensuring focused, effective, and results-driven care in a calm, professional setting.
Services Offered
From Physical Therapy to At-Home Care
Medicare-covered physical therapy
We offer both office and home care physical therapy in a 1:1 setting. We are happy to accommodate whichever works best for our clients.
Medicare covered Physical Therapy Services brought directly to you in your home! You deserve the best care and it’s just a phone call away.
You have the freedom to choose where, when, and how you get treated.
You are guaranteed to work directly 1-on-1 with an experienced doctor of physical therapy. Our goal is to provide our patients with an enjoyable, honest service by satisfying individual patient musculoskeletal and physical needs. We believe everyone deserves the best care and therefore we do not treat more than 8 patients in a day so our therapists can you give you their maximal energy, focus, and attention!
Our full list of services include:
- Sports or work Related Injuries
- Athletic Recovery
- Herniated Discs/Bulging Discs
- Arthritis
- Torticollis
- Headaches
- Balance and Gait Training
- Cervical Pain
- Generalized Weakness
- Carpal Tunnel
- “Sciatica”, stenosis, cervical or lumbar radiculopathy
- Back pain
- Neck pain and Headaches
- Hip, knee, and ankle pain
- Shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand pain
- Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMD)
- Pre and Post surgery rehabilitation
- Tendonitis/Bursitis, Sprains/Strains
- Vertigo and balance impairments/BPPV
- Myofascial Pain
- Joint mobilization and manipulation
- Fascial manipulation
- Ergonomic assessment
- Functional movement assessment
- Vestibular Therapy
- Chronic Pain
- Joint Replacement
- Plantar Fascitis
- ITB Syndrome
- Piriformis Syndrome
- Bursitis
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
Treatment Techniques
Our team utilizes a variety of evidence based physical therapy treatment techniques which include:
- Hands-on/Manual Physiotherapy
- Myofascial Release/Massage/Stretching
- Cupping
- Soft Tissue Mobilization
- Instrumented Assisted Massage (Graston)
- Spinal Mobilization
- Corrective Exercises/Posture Restoration
- Active Functional Release Therapy
- Mulligan and McKenzie Treatment
- Electrical Stimulation
- Kinesio Taping
Our therapists are big believers in Manual Therapy. You may have heard that term used before but what exactly is it?
Manual therapy is specialized "hands on" treatment that may include joint mobilization for the spine (or for the shoulder, hip, foot/ankle, etc.), along with deep tissue massage and/or myofascial release. Joint mobilizations help to stretch the joint capsule, to decrease pain, and improve joint range of motion and function.
Recent research advocates the use of manual physical therapy for the best therapeutic outcomes, along with a customized exercise program to help you maintain benefits gained during therapy.
Manual Therapy may enhance treatment for the following spinal dysfunctions:
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Bulging or Herniated Disc
- Arthritis
- Whiplash, Trauma/Injury
- Muscle Strain
- Scoliosis
- Nerve Irritation (ie. sciatica, radiculopathy)
- Sacroiliac joint pain (pelvic pain)
- Headaches
- Neck Pain
When manual therapy is performed over the course of a full 1:1 treatment session the way physical therapy was intended to be done the results can be life changing. We are proud to offer our services in a manner that you will not see in most Physical Therapy Clinics.
Who We Are
Dr. Scott Liptzin, DPT
25+ Years of Experience
Scott Liptzin, PT, DPT — Founder of LI Stretch
Scott Liptzin is the founder of LI Stretch, a sports physical therapy practice built around one simple goal: helping athletes move better, recover faster, and perform at their highest level.
With a deep background in sports performance and manual therapy, Scott blends hands-on precision with a movement-based approach to deliver results that last. Every session is completely one-on-one, giving each athlete the focused attention and detail their body deserves.
Scott’s approach goes beyond pain relief — it’s about restoring efficient movement patterns, improving mobility, and optimizing performance from the ground up. He’s worked with athletes across all levels, from youth and collegiate competitors to professionals, using advanced manual therapy, corrective exercise, and performance training to bridge the gap between rehab and peak performance.
Known for his attention to detail, communication, and commitment to each individual’s goals, Scott creates an environment where athletes can rebuild confidence in their movement and return to sport stronger than before.
Specialties: Sports Physical Therapy | Manual Therapy | Mobility & Recovery | Performance Optimization | Return-to-Sport Programming
Rob Henderson, DPT
Driven by a deep commitment to helping athletes move better, recover faster, and perform at their highest level, Rob is a highly skilled sports physical therapist specializing in one-on-one, hands-on care. With an expert eye for movement and a strong foundation in sports biomechanics, he blends advanced manual therapy, corrective exercise, and performance training to deliver lasting results.
Jon Fojas, DPT
Jon Fojas is a passionate sports physical therapist who believes every athlete deserves focused, one-on-one care that goes beyond quick fixes. With a strong background in movement science and manual therapy, Jon helps athletes recover faster, move more efficiently, and perform at their peak.
Known for his hands-on approach and attention to detail, Jon takes pride in understanding each individual’s unique goals—whether it’s getting back on the field, in the gym, or simply moving without pain. His sessions combine precision, purpose, and genuine care, creating an environment where progress feels both personal and powerful.
At LI Stretch, Jon’s mission is simple: help every athlete move better, feel better, and stay better.
Bassil Hatoum, Assistant & Stretch Therapist, HR Director
Kristina Gallo, Assistant and Flexibility Specialist
Dom Neeson, Assistant & Stretch Therapist
Olivia Batista
Olivia holds a Bachelor Degree from Binghamton University in Nursing. Olivia is passionate about working with patients and helping people in their recovery.
Pictures and Videos of The Team in Action
Watch Dr. Liptzin Expertly Treating Real Patients!
Finally relieving stubborn back pain
Lateral steps for gait and balance training
Epley technique for vertigo treatment
Epley technique for vertigo treatment
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Child’s pose/prayer stretch with active release
Highlights from a recovery session
Single leg stance for at home balance training
Pistol manipulation to free up stuck thoracic spine
Cupping with movement to release back spasms and stiffness
Cupping with movement to release back spasms and stiffness
Recovery session with competitive bodybuilder
On-site physical therapy with Dr. Liptzin at the 5K
Long Island Stretching Institute is happy to participate in various community outreach programs.
Physical therapy with one of our younger patients
Bodybuilders need physical therapy too!
15+ Years of Service in Long Island
We're locally based in Hicksville, Nassau County, NY
With over 15 years of experience treating patients in Long Island, our team is well suited to your needs.
We are well equipped to handle Long Islanders' most common conditions, which include back pain, sciatica, and balance deficit.
Additionally, many patients in Long Island come to us for general health and wellness, physical therapy, stretching and return to sport training, since we evaluate the needs of each patient individually and design programs tailored specifically to them.
Our Billing Methodology
Transparent Billing
Are you in-network? What will I pay?
Long Island Stretching Institute is changing the game!
We accept medicare part B and most commercial insurance plans.
We also offer affordable cash pay rates for stretching, wellness and massage therapy.
All costs will be disclosed prior to treatment so there will be no surprises as we understand that is a frustrating aspect of health care and health insurance.
Feel free to give us a call for pricing and details at 516-935-0814.
