Footworks Physical Therapy, led by Neal (also referred to as Neil), offers exceptional physical therapy and expert bike fitting services. Neal is described as an exceptional physical therapist with a thoughtful and thorough approach. He pinpointed the root of hand problems and developed a K-taping system that is easy to use. Patients have been Neal’s patient for approximately 15 years for sports injury and post-surgery PT plus bike fits. One patient, diagnosed with a condition requiring knee surgery, trained with Neal for prehab and then rehab after the operation. The doctors were super impressed with the recovery. Another patient, stuck in rehab-purgatory for over 6 years, confidently states Neal is the best PT ever seen. He identified key things previous therapists missed, and things progressed quickly. There is no hand-off to an assistant, and his attention to detail and care is something patients are super grateful for. For bike fitting, Neil uses video analysis, a saddle pressure mapping pad, and observation. He correctly diagnosed problems from an ill-fitted setup that caused injuries. His adjustments allow rotation forward from the hips rather than bending over, which is more comfortable and stable. Neil also suggested a shorter arm length on cranks to improve comfort and reduce wear and tear. Patients recommend Neil for checking fit on a current bike, suggest seeing him before ordering a new bike, and contact him for foot or saddle issues.
I was diagnosed with a condition that required surgery on my knee. In advance of the surgery I trained with Neal, essentially undergoing prehab in preparation for operation. Immediately after the surgery I began rehab physical therapy, eventally working my way into full physical training. Neal's solid background and practise in the entire spectrum of PT is absolutely phenomenal! The doctor's were super impressed with my recovery. Neal is the Real Deal!! Thank you, Neal!!
I’m reviewing fitting sessions I had with Neil to fit me on a new bicycle. I’m a 64 YO male cyclist, averaging 3.5-4K recreational miles/year.
Summary: Highly recommend Neil for bike fitting (both new or current bike), and for problems regarding discomfort in contact spots (feet, butt, and hands).
In 2021, I had cycling related foot discomfort so went to see Neil about new shoes. He set me up with a nice pair of Lakes that I am very comfortable riding in, so it was a no-brainer to get his help fitting me to my new bike.
I rode the new bike a couple of times with the setup from my current bike transferred over (to the best of my abilities) before I saw Neil...read full review
My bikefit experience with Neil at FootWorks PT was fantastic. Neil was comprehensive while assessing my body physiology, and was highly skilled in the bikefit adjustment.
After getting an ill fitted setup from a different local bike fitter and resulted in injuries within a week, Neil correctly diagnosed the problem and dialed in my fit. I ended up riding two century events with relative comfort.