Androniki Christides Umina, PT
Physical Therapist | Orthopedic
9268 Oxford Trail Brecksville OH, 44141About
Androniki Umina is a physical therapist who is the owner of Active Health Physical Therapy, a private clinic in Brecksville, OH. Androniki Umina specializes in physical treatment to help a patient reduce pain, restore mobility, rehabilitate an injury, or increase movement and overall function. As a physical therapist, Androniki Umina can treat multiple conditions with exercises, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, joint mobilization, heat, ice, massage, graston techniques, dry needling and more. Androniki Umina will create a treatment plan based on the patients specific injury or condition, and might target a specific body part or body system based on the individual. She specializes in orthopedics and also has a certificate in Vestibular rehabilitation.
Education and Training
Baldwin-Wallace College Bachelor of Science 1999
Board Certification
Orthopaedics (Physical Therapy Specialties)
Sports (Physical Therapy Specialties)
Provider Details
Androniki Christides Umina, PT's Expert Contributions
Is physical therapy useful?
Physical therapy is very beneficial especially after an accident. It helps reduce your inflammation while helping you stretch and strength areas that need it. Physical therapy also educates you on what to do in the future. READ MORE
Can you climb stairs after a hip replacement?
Yes. Typically, a few steps is tolerable the day after surgery but sometimes it may take up to a week to feel comfortable enough to attempt the steps. It may seem overwhelming but your other leg is what is advancing your body on the way up and lowering your body on the way down. READ MORE
What is the fastest way to heal tendonitis in the wrist?
Rest. Trying not to do anything that reproduces the pain, ice, a brace, and cross friction massage all help to reduce the pain and promote the healing. READ MORE
How long does a muscle strain take to heal?
Typically it takes a few weeks for a strain to heal. Depending on the severity of the strain, it may take up to 4-6 weeks. Putting ice on it, wrapping it for compression, and rest may speed up the process. READ MORE
Is physical therapy good for knee pain?
Yes, physical therapy focuses on diagnosing and developing a plan to reduce your joint pain. READ MORE
How can I manage my back pain?
Go see a physical therapist. Getting on a program will help you strengthen muscles that are weak, stretch muscles that are tight, and decrease inflammation. READ MORE
Can physical therapist help with my back pain?
Yes, physical therapists specialize in diagnosing and developing a plan to decrease any musculoskeletal pain. READ MORE
Can my lateral tilted hips be corrected?
They can be corrected through surgery but if you’re not having any pain associated with them, there’s no reason to correct them. If you do experience symptoms, there are many physical therapy treatment methods that will benefit you. READ MORE
Is Arnica a safe way to treat a sore back muscle?
Yes, looks like it’s all natural. You may want look into some physical therapy as well. READ MORE
Why does my knee hurt?
There may be an imbalance of muscle strength and flexibility. There could be many factors involved. Generally, pain is caused by an inflammation. It would benefit you to get evaluated by a physical therapist. READ MORE
Is physical therapy effective?
Yes, physical therapy is very effective for muscle strains. Physical therapy can reduce the inflammation and educate you on future training. It will also balance the weaknesses with your strengths. I would definitely recommend you start physical therapy! READ MORE
How can I deal with arthritis knee pain?
The best thing for arthritis is movement. Physical therapy can teach you how to strengthen the structures around the trouble area. It can also teach you how to effectively stretch. READ MORE
What can we do for daughter's turf toe?
Rest and ice are beneficial. If it persists, physical therapy would benefit to treat it by using different modalities and/or taping techniques. READ MORE
Do I have synovitis?
It’s more likely that you have tendinitis. The elbow is not a common place for Synovitis. Either way, rest and ice is the best treatment. Also, a brace may benefit you. READ MORE
Should I see a physiatrist for my chronic back pain?
You could see a physiatrist. I recommend you see your primary care physician and get a prescription to see a physical therapist. They can put you on a program to reduce your pain and balance your strengths and weaknesses. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Professional Memberships
- APTA
Professional Society Memberships
- American Physical Therapy Association
What do you attribute your success to?
- Her success is a result of the support she receives from her family, her drive and passion for health and wellness aspect of life
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Get to know Physiatrist Dr. Androniki Christides Umina, who serves patients in Brecksville, Ohio.
Board-certified physiatrist, Dr. Umina, specializes in physical treatment to reduce pain, restore mobility, rehabilitate an injury or increase movement and overall function. She is the Owner of Active Health Physical Therapy in Brecksville, Ohio.
The practice’s core values include providing optimum individualized physical therapy, listening to and treating each patient based on their unique needs, creating a positive and energetic support system to meet patients’ health goals, as well as being influential leaders in health and fitness who strive with integrity and embrace lifelong education. Dr. Umina’s main objective is to educate her community on the benefits of leading a healthy and active lifestyle while inspiring them to achieve their wellness goals.
Early in her life, she became an athlete playing soccer. She received her Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Biology and Sports Medicine from Baldwin Wallace University in Berea, Ohio. She went on to earn her Master of Science (MS) degree in Physical Therapy from Walsh University in North Canton, Ohio.
Throughout college and graduate school, Dr. Umina became very interested in health and fitness, running outside every day and weight training 4 to 5 times a week. Years later, she went on to train intensely and compete in fitness competitions, which she enjoyed very much.
In addition to being a member of the American Physical Therapy Association, the doctor is board-certified in physical medicine & rehabilitation by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (ABPMR). The ABPMR was established in 1947 as the certifying body for the field of physical medicine and rehabilitation under the American Board of Medical Specialties. The Board certifies both allopathic and osteopathic physicians.
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, also known as physiatry and physiatrics, is a branch of medicine that aims to enhance and restore functional ability and quality of life to those with physical impairments or disabilities. Physiatrists treat a wide variety of medical conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, nerves, bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and tendons.
With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Umina attributes her successful career as a result of the support she receives from her family, as well as her drive and passion for the health and wellness aspect of life.
Happily married with three children, she tries to be a positive, healthy role model for them every day. When she is not working, she enjoys spending time with her family, exercising, skiing, and traveling. Her parents were born in Greece and she travels there often. She is fluent in Greek.
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