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Physical Therapy · Pittsburgh PA · Shadyside

Physical Therapy Near Shadyside, Pittsburgh PA

Shadyside patients reach Pittsburgh Physical Medicine in under 5 minutes via Penn Ave. True one-on-one physical therapy with a licensed DPT — closer and faster than UPMC-affiliated clinics.

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Physical Therapy Near Shadyside, Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh Physical Medicine is your closest combined physical therapy and chiropractic clinic to Shadyside. Located at 5916 Penn Ave in East Liberty — just 0.7 miles away — we offer true one-on-one physical therapy with Dr. Charlie Crockatt, DPT.

Many Shadyside patients come to us from Walnut Street and Ellsworth Ave. We are in-network with UPMC and Highmark BCBS, making us a fast, convenient, and affordable alternative to hospital PT waitlists.

✅ No Referral Required

Pennsylvania direct access — see our PT for 30 days without a referral.

✅ UPMC & Highmark In-Network

We verify your insurance before your first visit.

✅ True One-on-One PT

Dr. Crockatt spends the entire session with you.

✅ Same-Week Appointments

New patients seen within days — often faster than hospital PT clinics.

Conditions We Treat for Shadyside Patients

Dr. Crockatt treats the full range of musculoskeletal conditions, serving patients from Shadyside and across Pittsburgh.

  • Back Pain & Lower Back Pain
  • Neck Pain & Stiffness
  • Sciatica & Nerve Pain
  • Disc Herniation
  • Shoulder Pain & Rotator Cuff
  • Knee Rehabilitation
  • Post-Surgery Recovery
  • Car Accident Injuries
  • Work-Related Injuries
  • Sports Injuries
  • Hip Pain
  • Chronic Pain Management
  • Hypermobility Disorders
  • Posture Correction

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Insurance Accepted for Shadyside Patients

In-network with the most common Pittsburgh health plans.

UPMC Health Plan
Highmark BCBS
Aetna Commercial
United Healthcare
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Physical Therapy Near Shadyside — Common Questions

Do I need a referral for physical therapy near Shadyside?

No. Pennsylvania is a direct access state — you can see a licensed physical therapist for 30 days without a doctor's referral.

How far is Pittsburgh Physical Medicine from Shadyside?

We are at 5916 Penn Ave in East Liberty — approximately 0.7 miles from Shadyside, about a 3–5 minutes drive.

What insurance is accepted?

UPMC, Highmark BCBS, Aetna Commercial, and United Commercial. Call (412) 404-8337 to verify your plan.

Ready to Start Physical Therapy Near Shadyside?

New patients welcome. Same-week appointments. No referral required.

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East Liberty, Pittsburgh PA

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