Michael Virgile, PT, DPT, CSCS

Regional Director- DPT, PT
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Michael Virgile during spartan race
Michael Virgile jumping into water
Michael Virgile with sports team
Michael Virgile playing soccer
Michael Virgile headshot
Michael Virgile during spartan race
Michael Virgile jumping into water
Michael Virgile with sports team
Michael Virgile playing soccer

Mike is the Regional Director of the Empire Region (lower Manhattan) and has over a decade of experience at Spear while holding positions of Physical Therapist, Clinical Director of 3 of our lower Manhattan clinics, Area Director, and Regional Director. Mike earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Northeastern University in 2013 while graduating with magna cum laude honors with a minor in Psychology. His clinical experience includes orthopedics, rehabilitation, strength and conditioning, and sports medicine. Mike is also a certified personal trainer and a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and has experience working with athletes of all levels. Mike’s clinical interests include manual therapy, blood flow restriction (BFR) training, instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM), Maitland mobilizations, and progressive strength training.

Mike is also passionate about developing leaders, and helped to create a training and development program for Spear’s new clinic directors. Outside of the clinic, Mike’s interests and hobbies include playing soccer and golf, strength training, running, NFL football, and spending time with his wife Daniella, son Oliver and daughter Michaela. Mike is originally from Long Island, and his interest in sports medicine and focus on helping others achieve their rehabilitation goals has brought him back from Boston to Spear, where he is excited to help his patients improve their function and health.


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E. Wubneh New York, NY
Michael and his team provided excellent attentive service, and with the convenient location and flexible scheduling, they made the whole process a breeze. The…
Sujata T. New York, NY
I went to Spear UWS for three months at the end of 2017 to deal with PT for neck and back, post car accident.  The staff is professional and friendly and very…
Csquare M. Manhattan, NY
I sincerely cannot imagine regaining strength and mobility post lisfranc surgery without Michael and his amazing, patient and kind team. In addition to...
Sharon W. Manhattan, NY
I'm receiving excellent care at Spear. Micheal Virgile is attentive, patient and skilled. The facility is clean, and the personnel are friendly.
Sasha Elias New York, NY
Everyone here is kind, professional, and really helpful. I was a bit hesitant to go to a brand new place, but everyone is experienced and really wonderful. It's been...
Ana K. San Francisco, CA
Upper West 75th street location is awesome! Michael and Gabriel are extremely nice and professional! Each time you visit them you feel better! Happy to have…
Kirk L. Glen Ridge, NJ
I'm back at SPEAR to work with Mike for the second time.  He made a huge difference on my shoulder after a broken clavicle 2 years ago, so I didn't hesitate…
Sepideh R. Manhattan, NY
I cannot speak more highly of Spear Physical Therapy! Working with Michael and team has helped me on my road to recovery. I had a complete tear of my ACL and...
Felicia D. New York, NY
Mike and Gabe are the best!! Attentive to your needs and challenge your physical boundaries every visit.
Chase D. Manhattan, NY
Spear PT has been a tremendous benefit for myself! I am working with Mike who has helped treat my back pain when no one else could. The equipment is state of the art...
Keith B. New York, NY
A great addition to the neighborhood...The entire staff here couldn't be nicer. Everyone goes out of their way to make sure each person's needs are met...
Maxwell C. San Francisco, CA
Besides being a very personable guy, Michael is a master of his craft and has helped me get from feeling excruciating pain in my back, to feeling virtually nothing at all.
Candy G. Manhattan, NY
I started physical therapy with Michael about 2 weeks ago and am already experiencing improvement of a knee injury that had gotten progressively worse over the previous 2-month...
Stephanie R.
I had a great experience at SPEAR Physical Therapy! I worked with Michael Virgile who was fantastic! Mike did a great job explaining all of the exercises...
Emmett O. Buffalo, NY
The convenience of scheduling, the care of the therapists, and the quality of work all helped me get back in the gym and back to work comfortably. Thank you Mike!
Mo A. Manhattan, NY
I tore my Achilles tendon and had repair surgery and came to SPEAR for my rehab. This was my first major injury in my entire life of sports and so I was naturally…
Carlos` L. Brooklyn, NY
I had a very serious crush injury to my left foot after being runned over by a truck while I was biking!! If I walk with more normality I owe it to Mike (AKA…
Paul R. Manhattan, NY
Had a great four or five months with Mike Virgile, who not only helped to resolve my complaints but equipped me with what I need to continue on my own. Mike was…
Anonymous 1. New York, NY
Mike Virgile is simply the best--as both a physical therapist and a person.  I have seen him for multiple injuries and have been seeing him for almost 2 years…
Maddie R. New York, NY
Great staff! The ladies at the front desk are the nicest people in the world and Jason Kang and Mike Virgile are excellent therapists- especially for athletes…
Find Michael at: Chelsea -16th St, Spear Live, SoHo - 6th Ave
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