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THE pt GROUP: Live Pain-Free, Issue 6 |
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THE pt GROUP Cuts Ribbon at
White Oak/McKeesport Office
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 THE pt GROUP expanded its operations to the White Oak and McKeesport communities on May 10.
THE pt GROUP held a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of its new office located at 1501 Lincoln Way in White Oak. The office is above Bill and Walt's Hobby Shop and across from Veltre's Pizza. With the opening, THE pt GROUP, currently serving 20 locations in Allegheny, Armstrong, Indiana and Westmoreland counties, is planning on their continued goal to expand and provide quality, personalized physical therapy care throughout the region.
"We are very proud of the quality of care we provide all of our patients," said Dale Cordial, PT, founder of the THE pt GROUP. "By opening this office, we are bringing that high-quality care and professionalism to more patients in areas where we can help make a difference."
More than a hundred people from all walks of life attended the ribbon-cutting event. Doctors, representatives from local businesses, current and potential patients and the Monroeville Area Chamber of Commerce with its president Chad Amond all came out to support the new facility.
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Changing Landscapes: Emerging Technologies to Treat Stroke
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 Stroke is the third leading cause of death in the U.S. and the leading cause of serious long-term disability. It can result in temporary and/or permanent damage, limiting one’s movement, balance, and coordination. Now, more than ever, stroke survivors, through physical therapists, have access to more aggressive and advanced technologies designed to help restore them to the highest level of function possible. As experts in restoring and improving motion in people's lives, physical therapists play an important role in recovery from stroke and the development and utilization of the latest treatment advancements.
A stroke occurs when a blood vessel carrying oxygen and nutrients to the brain is blocked by a clot or bursts open, resulting in lack of oxygen to the brain, which can impact one's mobility, among other things. When a stroke occurs a physical therapist begins treatment soon after to help the patient address his/her mobility issues.
"Studies have shown that earlier, aggressive interventions produce better outcomes in patients with stroke. Advanced technologies can be instrumental in attaining those outcomes," says APTA spokesperson Alison Lichy, PT, DPT, NCS. "More often now, you will see the physical therapist also working behind the scenes in research and development of these technologies, which benefits patients and adds a unique perspective on research. Who better to investigate and help develop the technologies that help patients regain mobility than the experts who implement the treatment programs for the patient in the clinic?"
Click here for the full article.
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Check Out Our New Blog!
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 In an effort to provide individuals with more knowledge when it comes to physical therapy, THE pt GROUP has launched a blog called PT Pittsburgh.
At PTPittsburgh.com, readers will find helpful resource covering topics like common injuries, physical therapy tips and benefits, and workers’ compensation among other topics. The blog will be very interactive and we invite you to share your comments, questions and physical therapy stories with us!
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Penguins Tickets Winner!
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| THE pt GROUP is happy to announce the winner of the latest Penguins tickets drawing was Linda Silberman from White Oak. Linda won the White Oak/McKeesport Open House Drawing. |
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Easy Access Form
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| Visit theptgroup.com and you will notice a new form on our pages. The new form makes it easier for you to provide your contact information and possible problem you’re having. Simply fill it out and someone from our office will get back to you within one business day. |
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