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Dr. Stephen Shein, DPT is a physical therapist with expertise in orthopedic rehabilitation, post-surgical recovery, balance and vestibular conditions, and fall prevention. He focuses on helping patients regain strength, mobility, and confidence so they can safely return to their everyday activities and maintain an active lifestyle.
Education and Training
Dr. Shein earned his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from James Madison University in 2018 and his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Husson University in 2022. Since beginning his clinical career, he has worked with patients with a wide range of rehabilitation needs, including those recovering from surgery, managing musculoskeletal conditions, or experiencing limitations in balance and mobility.
Vestibular and Balance Expertise
With advanced training through the American Institute of Balance, Dr. Shein has developed specialized expertise in evaluating and treating vestibular and balance disorders. He works with patients experiencing dizziness and conditions such as benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), vestibular neuritis, and labyrinthitis. He also has advanced education in temporomandibular joint (TMJ/TMD) dysfunction, allowing him to address conditions affecting the jaw and surrounding structures as part of his rehabilitation practice.
Dr. Shein has a particular interest in helping older adults maintain their independence through improved balance, strength, and mobility. Fall prevention is an important part of this work, with treatment focused on identifying individual limitations and building the skills patients need to move more safely and confidently.
Approach to Care
At Fortera Health, Dr. Shein takes a comprehensive approach to rehabilitation, considering not only a patient’s symptoms but also their daily activities, lifestyle, and personal goals. Working alongside Fortera’s multidisciplinary team allows him to coordinate rehabilitation with the patient’s broader plan of care and create a treatment program designed around meaningful, lasting progress.
Outside of the clinic, Dr. Shein enjoys exploring New Jersey’s trails with his wife and their dog. He is also an avid rock climber and stays active through sports including pickleball and ultimate frisbee.