5 Common Reasons for Low Back Pain—and What to Do Next

5 Common Reasons for Low Back Pain—and What to Do Next

Aug 6, 2026

5 Common Reasons for Low Back Pain—and What to Do Next By Michael Ricchiuto, MPT, MBA Founder and Physical Therapist, Physical Therapy Now Updated August 6, 2026 Low back pain can make almost every part of the day more difficult. It may hurt when you first get out of...
When Should You See a Physical Therapist? 7 Signs It’s Time

When Should You See a Physical Therapist? 7 Signs It’s Time

Jun 30, 2026

When Should You See a Physical Therapist? 7 Signs It’s Time By Michael Ricchiuto, MPT, Founder of Physical Therapy Now-Pittsburgh and Fox Chapel, PA Updated June 30, 2026 Most people do not schedule physical therapy the first time something hurts. They wait a few...
Shoulder Pain in Pittsburgh, PA: How the 4 Shoulder Joints Work Together

Shoulder Pain in Pittsburgh, PA: How the 4 Shoulder Joints Work Together

Apr 6, 2026

🙋🏼‍♂️There are many ways to maximize your shoulder performance and there are 4 joints of the shoulder that have to move together like a symphony. 💪🏼 Joint 1: (Scapular-thoracic) Big name for your wing-blade within your back. This joint moves the shoulder so that the...