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Your Trusted Partner for Physical Therapy Solutions
Founded in 1983 by Abraham Jacob, PT, WESTARM has grown from a single outpatient clinic into the largest family-owned rehabilitation provider in Pennsylvania's Alle-Kiski Valley. Our legacy of excellence spans three generations, with Brian R. Jacob expanding services in 1991 and Brady A. Jacob now leading daily operations. Recognized as 'Best Physical Therapy Facility' by the VND Readers Choice Awards, we combine over four decades of clinical expertise with personalized care. Our team of certified specialists delivers evidence-based treatments across eight locations, including aquatic therapy, hand rehabilitation, and neurological recovery programs.With home health services established in 2010, we provide seamless transitions from home to outpatient care. Our commitment to innovation is reflected in state-of-the-art facilities featuring warm water therapy pools and advanced rehabilitation equipment. Contracting with five local school districts, we extend our expertise to pediatric populations while maintaining focus on adult and geriatric care. The practice's holistic approach integrates manual therapy, customized orthotics, and patient education to optimize functional outcomes. Our leadership team's active clinical involvement ensures adherence to the highest standards of care delivery.
Services
Physical Therapy
Aquatic Therapy
Certified Hand Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Neurological Rehabilitation
Customized Orthotics
School-Based Therapy
Home Health Services
TMJ Rehabilitation
Pediatric Rehabilitation
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- Three generations of family leadership with 40+ years of clinical expertise
- Recognized as Best Physical Therapy Facility by VND Readers Choice Awards
- State-of-the-art facilities with specialized aquatic therapy pools
- Certified hand therapists and board-certified neurological specialists
- Seamless home-to-outpatient care transitions for comprehensive recovery
What people say
Knowledgeable staff
Personalized treatment plans
Family-like atmosphere
Effective pain management
Successful recovery outcomes
Services
Physical Therapy
Our physical therapy services address orthopedic and neurological conditions for patients of all ages. Using evidence-based techniques, we treat post-surgical recovery, sports injuries, chronic pain, and mobility limitations. Therapists develop personalized treatment plans incorporating manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, and modalities to reduce pain and restore function. Specialized programs target balance improvement, fall prevention, and postural correction while emphasizing patient education for long-term wellness.
Aquatic Therapy
Aquatic therapy utilizes warm water pools to facilitate low-impact rehabilitation. The buoyancy reduces joint stress while hydrostatic pressure decreases swelling. Our facilities feature resistance jets and underwater treadmills to enhance strength training. This modality benefits arthritis patients, post-surgical individuals, and those with chronic pain conditions through controlled, progressive exercise programs that improve mobility and functional capacity.
Certified Hand Therapy
Specialized hand therapy addresses upper extremity conditions through individualized treatment plans. Certified therapists manage fractures, tendon injuries, and nerve compressions using custom splinting, scar management, and fine motor skill retraining. We treat both conservative and post-surgical cases, focusing on restoring hand function while providing ergonomic education to prevent future injuries.
Neurological Rehabilitation
Our neurological rehabilitation programs target conditions like stroke, multiple sclerosis, and Parkinson's disease. Therapists employ neurodevelopmental techniques and balance retraining to improve coordination and mobility. Treatment includes gait training, fall prevention strategies, and adaptive equipment training to enhance independence in daily activities while addressing specific movement disorders.
School-Based Therapy
We provide occupational and physical therapy services within local school districts through contractual agreements. Our therapists collaborate with educators to implement individualized education plans, focusing on handwriting, sensory integration, and classroom accessibility. Specialized programs include early handwriting intervention and sensory room development to support student learning and developmental needs.
People
Brian R Jacob
President
Brian assumed leadership in 1991, expanding services and locations while maintaining family values. He authored 'Is Life Fair: Tragedy to Triumph' and oversees strategic direction for the region's largest outpatient rehabilitation provider.
Brady A Jacob
Vice President
Third-generation leader Brady manages daily operations after earning his healthcare administration master's in 2021. With business entrepreneurship background, he focuses on operational efficiency and strategic growth initiatives for the family enterprise.
Eric Konvalin
Facility Director
New Kensington location director Eric combines clinical expertise with administrative leadership. Recognized for exceptional patient outcomes, he supervises multidisciplinary teams while maintaining active patient care involvement in his orthopedic specialty.
Will Jones
Physical Therapist
Lower Burrell clinic leader Will specializes in orthopedic and vestibular rehabilitation. With over 15 years of local experience, he develops individualized treatment plans while mentoring staff in evidence-based practice implementation.
Susan Kreinbrook
Physical Therapist
Cheswick location specialist Susan focuses on neurological rehabilitation and Parkinson's care. She incorporates innovative balance training techniques and patient education to optimize functional independence for geriatric populations.
Questions
What types of physical therapy services does WESTARM offer?
WESTARM provides orthopedic, neurological, aquatic, and hand therapy, along with specialized programs for pediatric care, TMJ rehabilitation, and neurological conditions like Parkinson's disease.
Do you offer home health therapy services?
Yes, our home health division established in 2010 provides in-home therapy services with seamless transition options to our outpatient facilities when appropriate.
Are your therapists specially certified?
Our team includes certified hand therapists, board-certified neurological specialists, and therapists with advanced training in aquatic therapy techniques.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call us at 724-337-6522 or visit our website to request an appointment at any of our eight convenient locations in the Alle-Kiski Valley.
Do you accept insurance?
We work with most insurance providers and offer Good Faith Estimates for uninsured patients as required by federal law.
What makes WESTARM different from other clinics?
As a family-owned practice with 40+ years of local experience, we combine personalized care with advanced treatment techniques and state-of-the-art facilities.
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