Physical Therapy Services

Move better, feel better, live better

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Disabled mid adult woman being helped by physiotherapist

Our approach to physical therapy

Whether you're affected by a disease, injury or age, physical therapy can be a game changer. 

Physical therapy focuses on individuals maintaining, restoring and improving function to enhance quality of life and return to participation in the activities that matter to you.

We're here to help you move better and feel better doing it. Our personalized approach ensures your plan is tailored to your needs.  

Together, we’ll find your unique path to feeling stronger and more balanced. 

Types of physical therapy and rehabilitation

Orthopedic rehabilitation

  • arthritis and pain management
  • pre- and post-surgical management
  • musculoskeletal issues 
  • joint pain and stiffness 
  • orthotic training
  • temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction treatment
  • spine care for back and neck pain
  • custom splinting and casting

Sports medicine rehabilitation

  • running analysis 
  • return-to-sport rehabilitation 

Neurological rehabilitation

  • vestibular rehabilitation
  • cognitive rehabilitation
  • management of Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders
  • traumatic brain injury and stroke
  • concussion
  • balance concerns 
  • spinal cord injury 

Industrial rehabilitation

  • work injury management
  • functional capacity evaluations

Medical rehabilitation

  • lymphedema management
  • pelvic health 
  • amputee rehabilitation
  • oncology rehabilitation 
  • deconditioning 

Pediatric rehabilitation 

Tests and treatments

Your physical therapist will use leading edge technology and best practice tests and measures to assess and develop individual treatment plans.  

Specialty treatments include:

  • McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT), a well-studied and respected way to evaluate and treat problems with the spine and muscles in the arms and legs
  • LSVT Big and Loud therapy, a program that eases movement and speech symptoms in people with Parkinson’s disease and other movement disorders
  • aquatic therapy, a form of therapy for a variety of medical conditions, including balance and pain management
  • pediatric equipment evaluations

Meet our experts

Licensed physical therapists and physical therapy assistants with advanced training and certifications, supported by a motivating team — all here for you.

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Why choose WellSpan for physical therapy?

Physical therapy helps you get back to doing the things you love. Our goal is to channel that energy into a medically sound plan that works for you and your body.

Treatment programs that work for you

We listen to your story, concerns and preferences. Learning about you leads to an effective, personalized plan that takes your health, specific needs and lifestyle into account.

Extensive specialties

You’ll have access to a wide range of specialized physical therapists in neurological disorders, pediatrics, sports medicine, pelvic health, surgical recovery and more.

Connected to your health care team

We’ll work closely with you and your team. Your physical therapist will stay in contact with your doctors for seamless and cohesive care.

Modern centers across the region

For your convenience, we have updated physical therapy centers across South Central Pennsylvania and Northern Maryland.