MIDTOWN MANHATTAN · 22 E 49TH ST

Physical therapy that treats the cause, not just the pain.

One-on-one care with a licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy — a full evaluation, a plan built around your body and your goals, and progress you can measure. Acupuncture available in the same office.

One-on-OneMax 2 patients per hour — most of your visit is with your therapist
Most InsuranceWe verify before your visit
Physical therapist guiding a patient through a shoulder exercise with a resistance band
★★★★★ 5.0 · 29 Google reviews ★★★★★ 5.0 · 25 Zocdoc reviews Licensed DPT providers PT + Acupuncture in one office
CONDITIONS WE TREAT

What Hurts?

Pick your condition to read how we evaluate it, what treatment actually involves, and what recovery usually looks like.

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Back Pain & Sciatica

Herniated discs, radiating leg pain, stiffness, and postural pain — from desk workers to weekend athletes.

Sciatica & leg pain guide →
02

Neck Pain

Tech neck, whiplash, cervical radiculopathy, and tension headaches that start in the neck.

Neck pain guide →
03

Shoulder Pain

Rotator cuff problems, impingement, frozen shoulder, instability, and post-surgical shoulder rehab.

Shoulder pain guide →
04

Knee Pain

Runner's knee, meniscus and ACL rehab, arthritis, and return-to-sport strength programs.

Knee pain guide →
05

Hip Pain

Hip arthritis, groin pain, and stiff hips — in desk workers and active adults alike. Progressive strengthening and load programs.

Hip pain guide →
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Dizziness & Vertigo

BPPV and vestibular problems — repositioning maneuvers and balance retraining.

Dizziness guide →
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Elbow Pain

Tennis elbow, golfer's elbow, and stiff elbows after an injury — tendon loading programs that rebuild your grip.

Elbow pain guide →
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Low Back Pain

Back pain without leg symptoms — stiff, guarded movement and flare-ups with sitting or bending, and rebuilding trust in your back.

Low back pain guide →
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Ankle Sprain

Ankle sprains, repeat sprains, and ankles that keep giving way — early safe movement, balance, and strength rehab.

Ankle sprain guide →
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Achilles Tendon Pain

Achilles tendonitis and tendinopathy — morning stiffness and pain with running or hills, rebuilt with gradual loading.

Achilles pain guide →
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Foot Pain

Forefoot, midfoot, and rearfoot pain — stress fractures, neuroma, midfoot arthritis, and inner-ankle tendon problems.

Foot pain guide →
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Running Injuries

Runner's knee, Achilles pain, shin splints, and IT band pain — training load errors rebuilt with progressive loading, not rest.

Running injury guide →
13

Frozen Shoulder

Adhesive capsulitis — a shoulder that stiffens in stages. Stage-matched care, from calming the inflammation to thawing motion.

Frozen shoulder guide →
14

Pinched Nerve in the Neck

Cervical radiculopathy — neck pain radiating into the arm or hand. Careful diagnosis first, then staged calming and strengthening.

Neck radiculopathy guide →
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Groin Pain

Adductor strains, sports hernias, and hip-related groin pain — precise diagnosis and clear return-to-sport criteria.

Groin pain guide →
Patient receiving a therapeutic massage on the shoulder and back
HANDS-ON CARE

Treatment You Can Feel Working

Skilled hands find what a machine cannot — the stiff joint, the guarded muscle, the movement that is not doing its job. Your therapist treats those restrictions directly, then builds the strength and control that keep them from coming back.

Manual therapy is paired with progressive exercise in every plan — hands-on care to settle things down, active care to make it last.

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OUR SERVICES

Two Kinds of Care, One Office

Physical therapy and acupuncture under one roof — so your plan can combine both when that helps you recover faster.

Physical therapist guiding a patient through a stretching exercise

Physical Therapy

Hands-on treatment plus progressive exercise, matched to your diagnosis and progressed as you improve.

  • Manual TherapyJoint & soft-tissue mobilization
  • Therapeutic ExerciseStrength, mobility, motor control
  • Post-Surgical RehabProtocol-based, surgeon-coordinated
  • Sports RehabCriteria-based return to play
  • Vestibular RehabDizziness guide →
  • Chronic Pain CareGraded, education-based programs
  • IASTM, Gua Sha & CuppingSoft-tissue techniques
  • Redcord Sling ExerciseNeuromuscular activation
Acupuncture treatment

Acupuncture

Provided by our licensed acupuncturist — often combined with physical therapy for pain and recovery.

  • Traditional AcupuncturePain & musculoskeletal care
  • ElectroacupunctureAdded stimulation for stubborn pain
  • Auricular AcupunctureEar-point therapy
  • Cosmetic AcupunctureFacial rejuvenation
  • Cupping TherapyMuscle tension & recovery
  • Combined PT + AcupunctureOne coordinated plan
YOUR FIRST VISIT

What to Expect

No surprises. Here is exactly how your first appointment works, and what to bring.

01

Book & Verify

Book online or by phone. Before your visit, we check your insurance benefits and let you know your coverage and any copay — no surprise bills.

02

Full Evaluation

Your therapist takes your history, then examines movement, strength, and the painful area to find the actual driver of your symptoms — not just where it hurts.

03

Your Plan Starts

You leave with a clear diagnosis in plain language, a treatment plan with expected timelines, and your first treatment and home exercises already underway.

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What to Bring

  • Photo ID and your insurance card
  • Any imaging reports (MRI, X-ray) you have
  • A list of your current medications
  • Comfortable clothes you can move in
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Good to Know

  • Sessions are one-on-one with your therapist
  • Please arrive 10 minutes early for paperwork
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
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Car Accident or Work Injury?

No-fault and workers' compensation cases need a few extra forms. Download the right packet below and bring it completed — it speeds up your first visit.

PATIENT FORMS

Save Time at Check-In

Fill out your forms before you arrive and your first visit starts with treatment, not paperwork.

01

New Patient Intake

For all new patients — health history, insurance information, and consent forms in one packet.

Download PDF →
02

No-Fault Packet

For car accident cases — includes the NF-2 application and assignment of benefits forms your claim requires.

Download PDF →
03

Workers' Comp Packet

For work-related injuries — employer and claim information forms for workers' compensation cases.

Download PDF →
MEET YOUR TEAM

The People Who Treat You

A small, stable team — you see the same providers every visit, and they know your case.

BK

Bo-kwan Kang, PT, DPT

Co-Owner · Physical Therapist

Co-owner of the practice. Treats orthopedic and sports conditions with the same one-on-one approach — full evaluations, progressive programs, and measurable goals.

HJ

Hyeongjin Jeon, PT, DPT

Owner · Physical Therapist

Founder of Stepping Stone. Focuses on spine, shoulder, and knee rehab — and on explaining your condition in plain language so you know exactly what you are working on and why.

NC

Naeun Cho, LAc

Licensed Acupuncturist

Provides acupuncture for pain, tension, and recovery — including electroacupuncture and cupping — often combined with physical therapy in one coordinated plan.

INSIDE THE CLINIC

Our Midtown Office

A calm, private treatment space on the 6th floor at 22 E 49th Street — two blocks from Grand Central.

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INSURANCE

We Work With Your Insurance

We accept most major insurance plans.

AetnaAffinity/MolinaAnthemAuto Insurance (No-Fault)BCBS PPOCenter LightCignaElder PlanEmblemFidelisHumanaOriginal MedicareNYPPOOscarOWCPUHCVCMVNSWellcareWorkers’ Comp

Don't see your plan? Call (332) 895-5677 — we will check your coverage for you, free.

PATIENT REVIEWS

See What Patients Say

Real reviews from our patients — 5.0/5 across 29 Google and 25 Zocdoc reviews.

★★★★★

“Dr. Bo-Kwan is an excellent physical therapist. I’ve been working with him for several months for lower back issues, and the improvement has been significant. He’s knowledgeable, attentive, and takes the time to understand the root of the problem rather than just treating the symptoms. He also explains everything clearly and gives practical exercises that have helped me outside of our sessions.”

— Joseph Belfiore · Google review
★★★★★

“I’ve had a fantastic experience for PT with Dr. Jeon at Stepping Stone PT. I’ve found that Stepping Stone was the best option that took my insurance. … Dr Jeon has provided a lot insight on how to help my stubborn left hip and knee pain from lingering running injuries. I wish I could’ve found this sooner.”

— David Shutler · Google review
★★★★★

“The facility is brand new and spotless, and the staff is incredibly welcoming. Dr. Kang is highly knowledgeable and provides exceptional, one-on-one personalized care.”

— John L · Google review
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Ready to Start?

Book online in under a minute — we verify your insurance before your first visit.

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COMMON QUESTIONS

Before You Book

How many visits will I need?

It depends on your condition. After your first visit, your therapist will give you a clear plan — most patients come 1–2 times per week — and we re-measure your progress at every visit, so you always know where you stand.

What happens if I wait?

Small problems are easier to fix. Pain you could resolve in a few weeks can turn into a months-long problem if you wait — the earlier you start, the shorter your recovery is likely to be.

Do I need a prescription or referral to start?

It depends on your case and your coverage. Many patients start with a prescription from their doctor, and some plans — including no-fault and workers' compensation — require one. If you already have a prescription, bring it with you. If not, call us at (332) 895-5677 and we will guide you.

Will my insurance cover it?

We check your benefits before your first visit and tell you your coverage and copay up front. We are in network with many major plans and also treat no-fault and workers' compensation cases.

How long is a session?

Your first visit includes a full evaluation. Most of each session is with your therapist — we never see more than 2 patients per hour.

What should I wear?

Comfortable clothes you can move in. For knee or hip problems, shorts help; for shoulder problems, a tank top or loose shirt makes examination easier.

Can I get acupuncture and physical therapy in the same visit?

Often, yes. Many patients combine both — your therapist and our acupuncturist coordinate one plan for you.

Visit Us in Midtown

Address: 22 E 49th St, Floor 6, New York, NY 10017
Hours: Mon–Fri 11 AM – 7 PM · Sat 11 AM – 3 PM
Getting here: Near Grand Central (4/5/6/7, Metro-North, LIRR) and Rockefeller Center (B/D/F/M).
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Send Us a Message

Questions about insurance, scheduling, or treatment? Send us a message and we will get back to you — usually the same business day.

Please do not include detailed medical information in this form — we will call you to talk it through.

Start Feeling Better This Week

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