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At Physical Therapy Now of Pittsburgh, we help to restore your ability to move and eliminate your pain by speeding the healing process of your body to quickly get you back to sports, work and daily activities.

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Physical Therapy Now provides services to develop, maintain and restore maximum movement and functional ability throughout life. We work with you to restore hope that you will return to a better lifestyle.

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We now have four locations – conveniently located for you in Harmar, Fox Chapel, on Penn Avenue in the Strip District Downtown and in Cranberry.

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Low Back Pain Relief is Near Me at Physical Therapy Now

September 29, 2018 Leave a Comment Written by ptnuser

The most common condition that we see at Physical Therapy Now in Harmar, Pittsburgh, Fox Chapel, and Cranberry Twp. is lower back pain. This condition has been on the rise and continues to rise to 60-70% in people of industrialized nations according to a study in the Archives of Internal Medicine.

In fact, whether you are playing a sport like golf or just working your everyday job the incidence of a person having at least 1 episode of low back pain is 1 in 4 within a person’s lifetime. Because of this we have physical therapists that specialize in eliminating low back without the need for medications, shots or surgery.

So you may ask….What is different about having a specialist treat your low back pain?

At Physical Therapy Now you are never considered “a number”. There are 2 phases of low back pain (acute and chronic). Both phases are treated differently.

1.) Just as no two people are alike, no two low back pain sufferers are the same. Unfortunately many clinicians attempt to treat low back pain the same way for everybody. Here are 3 important tips when it comes to understanding how to eliminate low back pain:If you have been told to perform a few “exercises” or have been given medication and told to “rest” then you HAVE been treated as though your condition is like “ALL THE REST”.

This is the reason why if your neighbor had low back pain and gave you a simple set of exercises that he/she performed they may not have worked for you at all.

2) The specialized physical therapists at Physical Therapy Now will accurately diagnose and treat the source of your low back pain without the need for medication, injections, and surgery and treat you as the INDIVIDUAL that you are.

3) If you are having difficulty with low back pain and are in and around the Pittsburgh, PA area and are searching for a natural way to eliminate your pain with a program specifically for YOU then please call (724) 591-8228 to speak FREE with one of our specialized low back and sport physical therapists who will help to guide you to the right choices specific to you.

If you would like more information about how to eliminate your low back pain please download out FREE book below.

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Why you are under recovering- NOT over training

July 22, 2018 Leave a Comment Written by ptnuser

Why you are under recovering-NOT over training

(Click below to find out)

As a fitness professional I try to maximize my client’s gains while eliminating work that is not productive or goal oriented toward my client’s ultimate goal whether that is to increase strength, to lose weight, or increase mobility.

One big mistake that people make in their exercise performance planning is NOT allowing time for an active recovery. Yes, this is equally as important as putting in the effort, sweat, and time to hit the weights or go for that run.

Many of my clients simply don’t make time for active recovery which then translates to poor exercise outcome or injury.

Here are 5 things that must happen to maximize your exercise performance:

1) You must get the appropriate amount of sleep.

2) You must get active and passive rest after exercise performance.

3) You must stay hydrated which requires drinking a specified amount of water when you are not thirsty.

4) You must take an active role in improving your diet.

5) You must receive very specific specific exercise instruction for you. Individualized attention is a must.

The right amount of exercise for YOU is a specific recipe and not a “One-sized-fits-all” equation.

If you would like to have a FREE 30 minute conversation with me about achieving your specific fitness goals Click Here.

If you would like to experience a FREE 1 to 1 training session with me to find out how to maximize your fitness goals Click Here

Always the best for YOUR health! -Heather

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Meet Heather Betancourt! The NEW Elite Director of Fitness at PTN in Cranberry Twp.

July 7, 2018 Leave a Comment Written by ptnuser

Meet Heather Betancourt Director of Fitness at PTN Vesla 360 in Cranberry

Hello PTN family members,

My name is Heather Betancourt and I am the new Director of Strength and Conditioning here at PTN Vesla 360 in Cranberry.

I wanted to take the time to send out some information so that everyone is informed.

My ultimate goal here is to take this facility to the next level. I want this to be a place where everyone can go to receive the best training possible.

This means youth/collegiate athletes, weight loss clients, special populations, adult athletes, etc.—your training will be specifically programmed for you and your goals.

Behind each movement there will be a “why”. This “why” will be what connects the client to the coach.

Client education ensures that the movements and concepts that are being taught are being learned, and ultimately engraved into the client as second nature.

When performing at your best you’re not thinking about all of your movements being efficient—they just are efficient. My training style is taking the body as a whole, prioritizing correcting imbalance while increasing your overall performance. Ultimately creating a well-rounded lifestyle that you can practice in and outside the gym—maximizing your potential and ensuring longevity/long-term results.

PTN Vesla 360 is the premier place in this area to train. Everyone that walks through the door is treated as though they are a professional and more importantly, like family. I want to be part of PTN’s incredible culture, one where you want to get involved in and invite others into.

If you ever have any suggestions on how I can make your experience here more enjoyable, or more tailored towards what you think the community needs, my ears are always open.

We are currently working on new ways for you to schedule sessions, classes, and assessments— including a new website and easy scheduling app for classes. This will bring more accessibility to scheduling, our services and availability.

As far as my background, experience, and credentials:

I attended Seton La-Salle high school here in Pittsburgh.

I played 6 years of goalkeeper with Beadling soccer club, 4 seasons on ODP.
Attended The University of Dayton, played all 4 years, won 1 Atlantic 10 championship, competing in 1 NCAA DI tournament, graduated with a bachelors in Exercise Science and English/Literature studies.

Relevant Experience

Assist UD softball/baseball strength coach.

Exercise Physiologist local Dayton retirement community.

Head soccer coach U12 soccer team, head goalkeeping coach for club.

Intern for non-profit conducting research on the effects of activity adherence and cancer remission (Maple Tree Cancer Alliance).

Assistant strength coach for Batbusters (#1 club softball team in USA).

Pitching rehab intern for Minor league/collegiate pitchers in Anaheim, CA.

Manager/Trainer at a studio in Pittsburgh—was brought on to grow their business and implement new strategies—won Best fitness class in Pittsburgh 2016 in Pittsburgh Magazine.

Tier 3 Trainer for Equinox, completing 40+ hours of continuing education, and 5 specialty certifications.

I am extremely excited to get started and to make a lasting impact here. Because you are special PTN family members I would really like to have offer you a free conversation to discuss how to achieve your personal fitness goals or if you want to jump right in you can schedule a free 1 on 1 fitness training session with me.

->Click Here for a Free 30 minute 1 on 1 Goals Conversation with me<-

->Click Here for a Free 1 on 1 Training Session with me.<-

It’s time that we achieve YOUR goals!

-Heather

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5 Ways to Eliminate Plantar Fasciitis so that you can enjoy Pittsburgh this Summer.

June 15, 2018 2 Comments Written by ptnuser

So this summer is busy with activity, the holidays, and hopefully exercising. This time of the year is generally pretty fun!

But for a select few this is a terrible time with increased plantar fascia pain. This is the pain that can be excruciating on the bottom of your foot especially when you get up in the morning and first place your feet on the floor. Then you probably hobble across the room for a few minutes until you feel a little better. This pain then continues after you sit down. When you attempt to stand again the pain is back!

Walking, running, and forcefully curling your toes is painful. The pain varies but never goes away. You wish and hope that if you rest and take ibuprofen like you have been told the pain would eventually go away….but it does not.

1) CHANGE YOUR FOOTWEAR: I can not stress this enough! There are plenty of patients that I see everyday that come into the clinic with overly worn shoes, the wrong shoe type for the person’s foot structure, lack of support in a shoe, or best of all someone who would rather wear a high heel than breathe! Please remember this…….EVERY 500 walking/running miles you should have a new pair of shoes. For our runners, more detail should be considered like, height of a person’s foot arch, room in the toe box, amount of pronation/supination (arch height) of the foot during foot strike, and the presence of bunions, callus formation and hammer toes.

2) THE COST OF A SHOE HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH QUALITY: There are many types and varieties of running/cross training shoes and many materials that go into making these shoes. Your average expense is $80 -$200. Unfortunately, style is usually why a shoe is marked up in price. Try looking at models of running shoes that have been on the market for at lest 6 months. Older versions of shoes can be fantastic and cost effective and if you wear an odd size you have a better advantage on price!

3) FLEXIBILITY AND STRENGTH OF THE LOWER BODY: Did you know that your overall lower body strength and flexibility can ward off conditions like plantar fasciitis, sprains/strains and Achilles tendinitis? This is because the body is a chain. Every muscle, tendon, bone, and joint plays a role in all joints.

4) FOOT STRENGTH: Did you know that the foot has very specific muscles that must be strengthened specifically. It is not enough to assume that your foot is strong just because you walk/run or lift weights. You will need to perform very specific muscle exercises that fit your specific foot type.

5) FOOT PAIN IS A SIGNAL TO THE BRAIN THAT A DAMAGING PROCESS TO THE FOOT IS ALREADY OCCURRING: Rest your foot! If foot/ankle pain continues to occur for more than 3 days seek evaluation by a physical therapist without a referral at our office by calling (412) 794-8352 or email us at becky.ptn@physicaltherapynow.net

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Low Back Pain Relief is Near Me at Physical Therapy Now

Why you are under recovering- NOT over training

Why you are under recovering-NOT over training

As a fitness professional I try to maximize my client’s gains while eliminating work that is not productive or goal oriented toward my client’s ultimate goal whether that is to increase strength, to lose weight, or increase mobility.

One big mistake that people make in their exercise performance planning is NOT allowing time for an active recovery. Yes, this is equally as important as putting in the effort, sweat, and time to hit the weights or go for that run.

Many of my clients simply don’t make time for active recovery which then translates to poor exercise outcome or injury.

Here are 5 things that must happen to maximize your exercise performance:

1) You must get the appropriate amount of sleep.

2) You must get active and passive rest after exercise performance.

3) You must stay hydrated which requires drinking a specified amount of water when you are not thirsty.

4) You must take an active role in improving your diet.

5) You must receive very specific specific exercise instruction for you. Individualized attention is a must.

The right amount of exercise for YOU is a specific recipe and not a “One-sized-fits-all” equation.

If you would like to have a FREE 30 minute conversation with me about achieving your specific fitness goals Click Here.

If you would like to experience a FREE 1 to 1 training session with me to find out how to maximize your fitness goals Click Here

Always the best for YOUR health! -Heather

Meet Heather Betancourt! The NEW Elite Director of Fitness at PTN in Cranberry Twp.

Meet Heather Betancourt Director of Fitness at PTN Vesla 360 in Cranberry

5 Ways to Eliminate Plantar Fasciitis so that you can enjoy Pittsburgh this Summer.

If you would like to schedule a FREE 15 minute phone consultation about your condition click here

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