East Liberty · Shadyside · Bloomfield · Oakland · Lawrenceville · Highland Park · Aspinwall · Pittsburgh PA 15206
A licensed physical therapist and two chiropractors working together under one roof — with personalized, one-on-one care that gets you better faster.
In-network with UPMC, Highmark BCBS, Aetna & United Commercial · No referral needed for physical therapy in Pennsylvania
What We Treat
Most practices offer one or the other. We offer both — with providers who coordinate your care, communicate about your progress, and build one unified plan to get you better.
Led by Dr. Charlie Crockatt, DPT with Orthopedic Manual Therapy certification. True one-on-one sessions — not the corporate, assembly-line approach.
Dr. Foltz & Dr. O'Mara use evidence-based techniques — Graston, soft tissue mobilization, and spinal adjustment — focused on lasting results, not repeat visits.
Been in a car accident in Pittsburgh? Don't wait — whiplash symptoms peak 48–72 hours after impact. Same-week appointments, auto insurance accepted.
Claire Sobek offer Swedish and deep tissue massage with evening & weekend availability. Highmark BCBS, auto insurance & workers' comp accepted.
Why Pittsburgh Physical Medicine
No other practice within a mile of Penn Avenue offers a licensed physical therapist and chiropractor working in coordination.
Dr. Crockatt is a credentialed DPT and Orthopedic Manual Therapist — not an aide, not a tech. He spends the entire session with you.
Dr. Foltz, Dr. O'Mara, and Dr. Crockatt talk about your case. One unified plan means no conflicting advice.
Pennsylvania is a direct-access state for PT. You can book today without a doctor's referral for your first 30 days.
In-network with UPMC, Highmark BCBS, Aetna Commercial, and United Commercial for both chiro and PT.
We verify your benefits before your first visit so there are no surprises.
* Medicare plans not accepted for PT. Call to verify your specific plan before booking.
Conditions & Services
Our team treats the full spectrum of musculoskeletal conditions — serving patients from East Liberty, Shadyside, Bloomfield, Oakland, and across Pittsburgh.
Whiplash and back injuries often don't peak until 24–72 hours after a crash. Getting evaluated quickly is critical — both for your health and for proper documentation.
Meet the Team
Five providers across chiropractic, physical therapy, and massage — who communicate about your case and work together toward one goal: getting you better. View full provider bios →
Palmer College of Chiropractic Florida · University of Pittsburgh (B.S. Exercise Science). Expert in spinal adjustment, Graston technique, and personalized corrective exercise. Focused on lasting results in as few visits as possible.
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D'Youville University (DC) · Rochester Institute of Technology (B.S. Biomedical Engineering). Former competitive soccer player with deep expertise in sports biomechanics, soft tissue release, and athletic rehabilitation.
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Grand Valley State University (DPT) · Manual Therapy Institute (OMT Certification). Specializes in musculoskeletal conditions using hands-on manual techniques. Patients consistently note he is the most attentive PT they've ever worked with.
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Unlike most practices, our massage therapists offer flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends. Insurance accepted including Highmark BCBS, auto insurance, and workers' comp.
specializes in therapeutic and medical massage — targeting the specific sources of pain and tension, working in coordination with your chiropractic and PT providers to accelerate your recovery.
Hi, I'm Claire! My goal with every session is to target and relieve the pain and stress you carry through daily life, using a personalized approach tailored to what your body needs that day. Evening and weekend availability.
Our Practice
5916 Penn Ave in East Liberty — a welcoming, state-of-the-art practice with dedicated rooms for chiropractic, physical therapy, and massage.
Reception & Waiting Area
Chiropractic Treatment Room
Physical Therapy & Rehab Space
Massage Therapy Room
Penn Ave Storefront — East Liberty
Our Location on Penn Ave
📍 Easy street parking on Penn Ave and side streets · Accessible entrance · Heart of East Liberty
Patient Reviews
422 five-star Google reviews — and counting. From East Liberty, Shadyside, Bloomfield, Oakland, and across Pittsburgh.
"I did PT with Dr. Charlie Crockatt for several weeks to help manage my chronic shoulder & neck pain, and I don't think I've ever worked with a medical professional who was so attentive to and informed about my unique needs as a hypermobile patient."
"As a bedside nurse, I've spent the last year ignoring some pretty incredible back pain. The entire team has been amazing and truly so supportive in helping me heal and strengthen. I am so thankful for Pittsburgh Physical Medicine."
"I have been seeing Dr. Foltz for years but he does such a great job, I don't need to go frequently at all. He focuses on the musculoskeletal system — stretches, PT, Graston. The team teaches you stretches to do at home to prevent further injury."
"They were able to book me for physical therapy within a week. The process was professional and easy, and they take my insurance. Charlie was friendly and knowledgeable."
"Saw PT Charlie Crockatt for the first time post knee surgery. Charlie was very thorough and spent much one-on-one time with me. Very professional. Not surprised — I had similar experiences with Dr. Foltz throughout 2025."
"Dr. Foltz and his team are the best PTs I have worked with. They are passionate about what they do and will devote their full attention to helping you get better."
Patient Resources
Helpful articles from our Pittsburgh team — insurance questions, what to expect after a car accident, and more.
Pennsylvania is a direct-access state — you can see a licensed PT without a doctor's referral for your first 30 days.
Read Article →Whiplash symptoms often don't peak until 48–72 hours after impact. Here's why getting evaluated immediately is critical.
Read Article →UPMC Health Plan, UPMC for You, and UPMC for Life — exactly what each plan covers for PT at Pittsburgh Physical Medicine.
Read Article →Most people wait too long. If your back pain has lasted more than two weeks, here are five signs it's time to see a PT.
Read Article →Both treat pain — but they work differently. Here's how our East Liberty practice integrates both for faster results.
Read Article →15–20% of chronic headaches originate in the cervical spine — not the brain. Chiropractic and PT treat the root cause.
Read Article →Serving Pittsburgh's East End & Beyond
Located at 5916 Penn Ave in East Liberty — minutes from Shadyside, Bloomfield, Oakland, Lawrenceville, Highland Park, and Aspinwall. Most patients reach us in under 10 minutes.
The closest combined chiropractic and physical therapy office to Shadyside — along Penn Avenue, just minutes from Walnut Street and Ellsworth Ave. Skip the hospital PT waitlists.
Bloomfield patients on Liberty Avenue reach us in under 5 minutes. We specialize in the musculoskeletal conditions that come from hard work — standing, lifting, repetitive strain.
Students and professionals from Pitt, CMU, and UPMC are just up Penn Avenue from us. In-network with UPMC and often faster than hospital-affiliated PT clinics.
A straight shot from Butler Street to Penn Ave. We treat sports injuries, running overuse injuries, and the chronic neck and back pain that comes from long hours at a screen.
Just down Penn Avenue from the reservoir. We treat IT band syndrome, plantar fasciitis, and the biomechanical issues that develop from high-mileage running training.
Easy access via the Highland Park Bridge and Penn Ave. Many Aspinwall patients come to us after car accidents on Route 28. Same-week appointments for accident patients.
New patients welcome. Most major insurances accepted. No referral required for physical therapy. Same-week appointments usually available.