Elisabeth Wheeler

PT, DPT

Owner and Physical Therapist

I am endlessly grateful to have the opportunity to share what knowledge and skills I have gained over the years in diagnosing and treating injuries to anyone in need. I can’t say thank you enough to my family, my support system, and my patient community–I certainly would not be where I am without you! I truly believe in being the voice for my patients when they don’t know what to do or who to seek treatment from. The years of practicing in the Pittsburgh area have allowed the opportunity to form relationships with many other healthcare professionals serving to produce a network which I can offer to patients. My hope is to inspire people to live life to the fullest, return to activities they love while learning about the body and how to keep it working for them for life. If you take your vehicle to an expert mechanic to get diagnosed and fixed, why wouldn’t you go to the body experts when something isn’t working properly? Injuries and pain can be devastating, but there IS hope. Our bodies demonstrate amazing resiliency with great healing capacity! Physical therapy is a place to heal and better yourself physically and mentally enabling you to take special care of that body you were given!

Education

BS degree in Exercise Science

Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from Slippery Rock University

Most recent completed education courses/ presentations:

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Performing Artist: Comprehensive Management

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Exercise Prescription for Hip & Pelvis Mvmt Pt 1

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CSM Combined sections

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Comprehensive Lumbar course

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Ortho Management Upper extremity nerve injuries/orthotic fabrication

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The Pelvis & Pelvic Floor with spinal treatment

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Evidence Based Management for Lower Extremity Disorders

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Hip Symposium

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A Classification Approach to Managing Shoulder Pain and Dsfx

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Comprehensive Cervical course

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Sports Hernia Management course

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Orthopedic Case studies Differential Diagnosis course

Professional Certifications:

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NSCA Certified Personal Trainer

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American Physical Therapy Association Certified Clinical Instructor (CI)

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First Aid and Safety

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Instrument Assisted soft tissue massage (IASTM) Certification.

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CPR for Adults and Infants/Children and AED

Memberships:

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Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra Young Professionals Club

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APTA Orthopedic Section

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American Physical therapy Association, PPTA

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National Strength and Conditioning Association

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Member and Board Member: Pittsburgh Symphony New Leadership Council

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APTA Performing arts Special interest group (PASIG)

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Member and Board Member: Pittsburgh Civic Orchestra