DR. UCHENNA J ONYIA, DPT, COMT, CERT DN

Dr. Uchenna is a licensed physical therapist and owner of Optimum Physical Therapy. She graduated from Old Dominion University with a doctorate in physical therapy. Prior to diving into physical therapy, she played division-1 basketball at Manhattan College where she was captain for 3 years. She graduated Dean’s List at Manhattan College and received her Bachelor of Science degree in Allied health.

Dr. Uchenna has been working in outpatient orthopedics for the duration of her career. She is a certified in manual therapy and dry needling and specializes in orthopedic injuries. She has experience with a multitude of diagnoses and has worked with patients ranging from pediatric to geriatric populations.

She has also worked with competitive and recreational athletes, dancers, and those who wish to become more active.

Her strengths revolve around her ability to connect with her patients and work as a team. She uses a myriad of treatment techniques to compliment her plan of care and help patients reach their treatment goals.