Body Central
New York, NY 10003
Phone: (212) 677-5633
Fax: (212) 677-5634
- Cross Street:
- 12th Street
- Directions:
- 4, 5, 6; N, R, Q, W; L at 14th St-Union Sq
- Best of Citysearch:
- Nutritionists 2007, Nutritionists 2007, Nutritionists 2006
- Hours:
- Mon 12:30pm-9pm, Tue 8:30am-4pm, Wed 12:30pm-9pm, Thu 8:30am-11am, 4pm-7pm, Fri 8:30am-12pm
Editorial Review for Body Central – by Sandra Ramani
The Scene
The brainchild of Dr. JoAnn Weinrib, a chiropractor and experienced holistic healer, Body Central tackles the pitfalls of urban living with unique, integrated treatments. Despite its alternative tendencies, Body Central's atmosphere is less New Age-y than your average yoga studio; the 3,500-square-foot loft is more like a peaceful, airy doctor's office. Weinrib herself is smart, perceptive and nurturing, offering practical tips and solid advice; the staff is friendly and very well-trained.
The Services
For stress- and pain-relief, the center offers more types of massage than we knew existed, including myofacial, CranioSacral, lymphatic, pregnancy, Thai, Reiki, energy rebalancing, menstrual health and post-mastectomy. In a eucalyptus-scented room, sinuses are effectively drained using massage, chiropractic techniques, electric stimulation and cool compresses. Personal training, ultrasound treatments, meditation, yoga, Alexander Technique, herb dispensary, TMJ relief and customized nutritional counseling are also available.
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Insider Tips
When to GoBody Central is open most nights until 9pm, so feel free to make that appointment after your workday.
Save MoneyThis spa frequently has special packages like the "Revitalize," which combines a one hour massage and a one-hour Pilates session at a savings discount.
The ExtrasNo need to hop back on the Jitney if you're feeling stiff. Dr. Weinrib makes "Housecalls in the Hamptons" on the weekends during the summer months. She will bring her years of expertise directly to your summer hideaway.
User Reviews for Body Central
03/23/2006 Posted by nyexp
I should start by saying that I have an unnatural fear of chiropractors and have avoided them at all costs. I came to Body Central on the advice of a friend, with a nagging injury, and was very pleased with the results. Dr. Weinrib listened to what I had to say, gave me a full body evaluation, and then after heat and ultrasound were applied, got to work on fixing my body. I left there knowing that I would have to come back (and how many sessions it would take), but also knowing that my injury would go away in a few weeks between office visits and a home care program. The doctor's diagnosis, treatment and timeline were right on the money. I have since gotten massages there and was very happy with the skill and attentiveness of the masseur.
Pros: the Doc, environment, scheduling
11/02/2005 Posted by annemiles
Dr. Joanne Weinrib's "Sinus Treatment" saved me! I quit smoking, and I thought everything would clear up immediately. But things get worse before they get better. I didn't know that. But Dr. Weinrib did. In addition to curing me with her treatment, she knew which vitamins I should take as a recent non-smoker. And she knew that my leg pain was b/c a shoddy trainer made me do lunges -- even though they're next to impossible to get right. And that the thing on my neck wasn't a tumor -- but an out of alignment vertabra. and on. and on. Her approach is serious, holistic, hopeful, no-nonsense, personal and caring. I've also had a cranial-massage there, and it was sublime. Like immediate and deep meditation. This place is a gem. A find. I think the "Doc" (as Dr. Weinrib's wonderful staff members so lovingly refer to her) is a GENIUS!
