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Pittsburgh Physical Medicine - Professional Education

Advanced Training for Rehabilitation Professionals. Evidence-informed continuing education taught by clinicians who treat patients every week in a five-star Pittsburgh clinic.

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Clinic-built curriculumUPMC, Highmark BCBS, Aetna, United in-network clinicContact: (724) 321-3417
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Continuing education with clinic credibility

Flagship OMT Certification

20 modules designed for rehab professionals who want a structured manual therapy framework.

View CE-OMT
20OMT modules
5CE courses
4Clinical books

Featured courses

Start with the core clinical pathways: manual therapy, sports rehabilitation, and dry needling foundations. Click any card for curriculum and objectives.

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CE-OMT$499

Orthopedic Manual Therapy Certification

A certification pathway built around evidence-informed manual therapy, assessment, treatment planning, and clinical decision-making.

  • 20 focused modules
  • OMT certification pathway
  • Hands-on clinical reasoning framework
Flagship certification | 20 CE hoursDetails and curriculumEnroll
Course detail

Curriculum

  1. Clinical reasoning and exam flow
  2. Regional mobility assessment
  3. Cervical and thoracic manual therapy
  4. Lumbar and pelvic treatment strategy
  5. Shoulder, hip, knee, and ankle integration
  6. Case synthesis and certification review

Learning objectives

  • Build a repeatable manual therapy decision framework
  • Select techniques based on patient presentation and irritability
  • Integrate manual care with corrective exercise and progression
  • Document treatment rationale clearly for clinical use

Instructor

Dr. Justin Foltz, DC with OMT certification and more than 10 years in private practice.

Fit and requirements

  • CE hours: 20 CE hours
  • Target audience: Physical therapists, chiropractors, athletic trainers, and rehab professionals using manual therapy.
  • Prerequisites: Active clinical license or current enrollment in a rehabilitation professional program.
Enroll in Course
CE-SPORTS$299

Sports Rehabilitation & Return-to-Play

A practical system for progressing athletes from early rehabilitation to confident return-to-play decisions.

  • Sports biomechanics emphasis
  • Progression and readiness checkpoints
  • Programming for field and court athletes
12-module course | 12 CE hoursDetails and curriculumEnroll
Course detail

Curriculum

  1. Sports evaluation framework
  2. Tissue loading and return-to-run progressions
  3. Agility, deceleration, and cutting mechanics
  4. Upper-extremity return-to-play criteria
  5. Communication with coaches and athletes
  6. Case studies and discharge planning

Learning objectives

  • Design staged return-to-play plans
  • Use objective readiness checkpoints
  • Adapt programming for field and court athletes
  • Reduce guesswork in discharge decisions

Instructor

Dr. Patrick O'Mara, DC, former competitive soccer player with a biomedical engineering background.

Fit and requirements

  • CE hours: 12 CE hours
  • Target audience: Rehab clinicians, sports chiropractors, strength coaches, and athletic trainers.
  • Prerequisites: Working knowledge of musculoskeletal screening and exercise progression.
Enroll in Course
CE-DN1$349

Trigger Point Dry Needling Level 1

Foundational dry needling training with anatomy review, indications, safety, and a practical exam structure.

  • 16 hours of video instruction
  • Practical exam component
  • Full anatomy and safety emphasis
16 hours plus exam | 16 CE hoursDetails and curriculumEnroll
Course detail

Curriculum

  1. Safety, scope, and contraindications
  2. Trigger point physiology
  3. Regional anatomy review
  4. Needling setup and clean technique
  5. Clinical integration with rehab plans
  6. Practical exam preparation

Learning objectives

  • Identify appropriate and inappropriate dry needling cases
  • Apply anatomy-based safety screening
  • Use clean technique and patient education steps
  • Blend dry needling with exercise-based care

Instructor

Dr. Justin Foltz, DC with clinical emphasis in soft tissue, spinal adjustment, and shockwave care.

Fit and requirements

  • CE hours: 16 CE hours
  • Target audience: Licensed clinicians whose state scope allows dry needling or invasive soft-tissue procedures.
  • Prerequisites: Confirm state scope and malpractice coverage before clinical use.
Enroll in Course

Books and clinical references

Secondary resources that support course implementation in the clinic.

Books & Resources
420pg hardcover$89

Manual Therapy: A Clinical Approach

Companion text for the OMT certification with treatment frameworks, case examples, and clinical progressions.

Professional resourcePreview and formatBuy Book
Book preview

Table of contents preview

  1. Clinical exam framework
  2. Regional manual therapy chapters
  3. Case-based treatment planning
  4. Corrective exercise integration
  5. Documentation examples

Sample chapter

Sample chapter: a regional assessment walkthrough showing how findings translate into treatment selection and reassessment.

Author details

Dr. Justin Foltz, DC and faculty contributors

Format info

Hardcover clinical reference, 420 pages. Companion resource for the OMT pathway.

Buy Book
310pg spiral-bound$75

Spinal Manipulation: Techniques & Evidence

Technique reference focused on indications, positioning, safety, and the supporting evidence base.

Professional resourcePreview and formatBuy Book
Book preview

Table of contents preview

  1. Safety and contraindications
  2. Cervical technique setup
  3. Thoracic and rib techniques
  4. Lumbar and pelvic techniques
  5. Evidence summaries

Sample chapter

Sample chapter: thoracic manipulation setup with patient positioning, clinician hand placement, indications, and modifications.

Author details

Pittsburgh Physical Medicine faculty

Format info

Spiral-bound lab manual, 310 pages. Built for quick technique review.

Buy Book
250pg plus video access$65

Corrective Exercise Manual

Exercise progressions for rehabilitation professionals, with video access for demonstration and review.

Professional resourcePreview and formatBuy Book
Book preview

Table of contents preview

  1. Movement assessment
  2. Mobility progressions
  3. Stability and motor control
  4. Return-to-activity templates
  5. Patient handout examples

Sample chapter

Sample chapter: shoulder progression from pain-limited mobility to loaded control and return-to-function tasks.

Author details

Dr. Charlie Crockatt, DPT and clinical team

Format info

Print manual, 250 pages, with companion video access noted in the book.

Buy Book
380pg full-color anatomy$95

Dry Needling Fundamentals

Anatomy-forward reference for dry needling fundamentals, safety, and clinical application.

Professional resourcePreview and formatBuy Book
Book preview

Table of contents preview

  1. Anatomy and safety review
  2. Trigger point concepts
  3. Regional precautions
  4. Clinical decision-making
  5. Patient education scripts

Sample chapter

Sample chapter: anatomy review and safety checklist for a common regional presentation before clinical application.

Author details

Pittsburgh Physical Medicine clinical education team

Format info

Full-color anatomy reference, 380 pages. Designed for safety-first study.

Buy Book

Education backed by an active Pittsburgh clinic

Pittsburgh Physical Medicine is located at 5916 Penn Ave in Pittsburgh and serves patients with chiropractic care, physical therapy, and coordinated rehabilitation.

  • 422 five-star Google reviews
  • In-network with UPMC, Highmark BCBS, Aetna, and United
  • Email: pittsburgh.physical@medicineandrehabilitation.info
  • Phone: (724) 321-3417
10+years of private practice leadership
5916Penn Ave, Pittsburgh
3core faculty instructors
5.0clinic review reputation
Course catalog

Continuing education for hands-on rehabilitation practice

Five premium CE offerings built around practical clinical reasoning, patient progression, technique safety, and implementation. Click any card to expand full detail.

Questions? Email pittsburgh.physical@medicineandrehabilitation.info or call (724) 321-3417.
CE-OMT$499

Orthopedic Manual Therapy Certification

A certification pathway built around evidence-informed manual therapy, assessment, treatment planning, and clinical decision-making.

  • 20 focused modules
  • OMT certification pathway
  • Hands-on clinical reasoning framework
Flagship certification | 20 CE hoursDetails and curriculumEnroll
Course detail

Curriculum

  1. Clinical reasoning and exam flow
  2. Regional mobility assessment
  3. Cervical and thoracic manual therapy
  4. Lumbar and pelvic treatment strategy
  5. Shoulder, hip, knee, and ankle integration
  6. Case synthesis and certification review

Learning objectives

  • Build a repeatable manual therapy decision framework
  • Select techniques based on patient presentation and irritability
  • Integrate manual care with corrective exercise and progression
  • Document treatment rationale clearly for clinical use

Instructor

Dr. Justin Foltz, DC with OMT certification and more than 10 years in private practice.

Fit and requirements

  • CE hours: 20 CE hours
  • Target audience: Physical therapists, chiropractors, athletic trainers, and rehab professionals using manual therapy.
  • Prerequisites: Active clinical license or current enrollment in a rehabilitation professional program.
Enroll in Course
CE-SPORTS$299

Sports Rehabilitation & Return-to-Play

A practical system for progressing athletes from early rehabilitation to confident return-to-play decisions.

  • Sports biomechanics emphasis
  • Progression and readiness checkpoints
  • Programming for field and court athletes
12-module course | 12 CE hoursDetails and curriculumEnroll
Course detail

Curriculum

  1. Sports evaluation framework
  2. Tissue loading and return-to-run progressions
  3. Agility, deceleration, and cutting mechanics
  4. Upper-extremity return-to-play criteria
  5. Communication with coaches and athletes
  6. Case studies and discharge planning

Learning objectives

  • Design staged return-to-play plans
  • Use objective readiness checkpoints
  • Adapt programming for field and court athletes
  • Reduce guesswork in discharge decisions

Instructor

Dr. Patrick O'Mara, DC, former competitive soccer player with a biomedical engineering background.

Fit and requirements

  • CE hours: 12 CE hours
  • Target audience: Rehab clinicians, sports chiropractors, strength coaches, and athletic trainers.
  • Prerequisites: Working knowledge of musculoskeletal screening and exercise progression.
Enroll in Course
CE-DN1$349

Trigger Point Dry Needling Level 1

Foundational dry needling training with anatomy review, indications, safety, and a practical exam structure.

  • 16 hours of video instruction
  • Practical exam component
  • Full anatomy and safety emphasis
16 hours plus exam | 16 CE hoursDetails and curriculumEnroll
Course detail

Curriculum

  1. Safety, scope, and contraindications
  2. Trigger point physiology
  3. Regional anatomy review
  4. Needling setup and clean technique
  5. Clinical integration with rehab plans
  6. Practical exam preparation

Learning objectives

  • Identify appropriate and inappropriate dry needling cases
  • Apply anatomy-based safety screening
  • Use clean technique and patient education steps
  • Blend dry needling with exercise-based care

Instructor

Dr. Justin Foltz, DC with clinical emphasis in soft tissue, spinal adjustment, and shockwave care.

Fit and requirements

  • CE hours: 16 CE hours
  • Target audience: Licensed clinicians whose state scope allows dry needling or invasive soft-tissue procedures.
  • Prerequisites: Confirm state scope and malpractice coverage before clinical use.
Enroll in Course
CE-BUS$199

Business of Private Practice

A clinic-owner course covering operations, patient experience, positioning, and reusable practice templates.

  • Private-practice operations
  • Templates and implementation tools
  • Built from 10+ years in practice
8 modules with templates | 8 CE-style modulesDetails and curriculumEnroll
Course detail

Curriculum

  1. Practice positioning and offer design
  2. Patient experience systems
  3. Scheduling and capacity planning
  4. Referral and reputation strategy
  5. Templates for operations and follow-up
  6. Metrics, delegation, and growth planning

Learning objectives

  • Clarify a clinic position and patient promise
  • Build repeatable patient experience workflows
  • Use practical templates for operations
  • Track the metrics that guide growth

Instructor

Dr. Justin Foltz, DC, clinic owner and private-practice operator.

Fit and requirements

  • CE hours: 8 CE-style modules
  • Target audience: Clinic owners, solo practitioners, new graduates, and rehab professionals planning private practice.
  • Prerequisites: No prerequisite beyond interest in operating or improving a private clinic.
Enroll in Course
CE-VEST$249

Vestibular Rehabilitation

A concise clinical course for vestibular screening, BPPV maneuvers, patient education, and treatment planning.

  • BPPV maneuvers and protocols
  • Clinical screening workflow
  • Patient-ready education tools
10-module course | 10 CE hoursDetails and curriculumEnroll
Course detail

Curriculum

  1. Vestibular anatomy and symptom patterns
  2. Red flags and referral decisions
  3. BPPV testing and maneuvers
  4. Balance and gaze stabilization progressions
  5. Patient education and home plans
  6. Case review and documentation

Learning objectives

  • Screen vestibular presentations confidently
  • Use BPPV maneuvers safely and clearly
  • Match exercises to symptom irritability
  • Know when referral is the right next step

Instructor

Dr. Charlie Crockatt, DPT with orthopedic manual therapy certification and one-on-one rehab experience.

Fit and requirements

  • CE hours: 10 CE hours
  • Target audience: Rehab clinicians who screen dizziness, balance, and BPPV presentations.
  • Prerequisites: Basic neurologic and musculoskeletal exam familiarity.
Enroll in Course

Recommended pathway

Start with CE-OMT for the complete manual therapy framework, add sports rehabilitation for return-to-play decisions, then use dry needling or vestibular rehab for specialty skill expansion.

1CE-OMT certification foundation
2Sports or dry needling specialization
3Business implementation tools
Books & resources

Clinical references for course implementation

Four focused print resources designed to support assessment, technique selection, patient progression, and anatomy review. Click a book to preview contents.

Resource questions go to pittsburgh.physical@medicineandrehabilitation.info.
420pg hardcover$89

Manual Therapy: A Clinical Approach

Companion text for the OMT certification with treatment frameworks, case examples, and clinical progressions.

Professional resourcePreview and formatBuy Book
Book preview

Table of contents preview

  1. Clinical exam framework
  2. Regional manual therapy chapters
  3. Case-based treatment planning
  4. Corrective exercise integration
  5. Documentation examples

Sample chapter

Sample chapter: a regional assessment walkthrough showing how findings translate into treatment selection and reassessment.

Author details

Dr. Justin Foltz, DC and faculty contributors

Format info

Hardcover clinical reference, 420 pages. Companion resource for the OMT pathway.

Buy Book
310pg spiral-bound$75

Spinal Manipulation: Techniques & Evidence

Technique reference focused on indications, positioning, safety, and the supporting evidence base.

Professional resourcePreview and formatBuy Book
Book preview

Table of contents preview

  1. Safety and contraindications
  2. Cervical technique setup
  3. Thoracic and rib techniques
  4. Lumbar and pelvic techniques
  5. Evidence summaries

Sample chapter

Sample chapter: thoracic manipulation setup with patient positioning, clinician hand placement, indications, and modifications.

Author details

Pittsburgh Physical Medicine faculty

Format info

Spiral-bound lab manual, 310 pages. Built for quick technique review.

Buy Book
250pg plus video access$65

Corrective Exercise Manual

Exercise progressions for rehabilitation professionals, with video access for demonstration and review.

Professional resourcePreview and formatBuy Book
Book preview

Table of contents preview

  1. Movement assessment
  2. Mobility progressions
  3. Stability and motor control
  4. Return-to-activity templates
  5. Patient handout examples

Sample chapter

Sample chapter: shoulder progression from pain-limited mobility to loaded control and return-to-function tasks.

Author details

Dr. Charlie Crockatt, DPT and clinical team

Format info

Print manual, 250 pages, with companion video access noted in the book.

Buy Book
380pg full-color anatomy$95

Dry Needling Fundamentals

Anatomy-forward reference for dry needling fundamentals, safety, and clinical application.

Professional resourcePreview and formatBuy Book
Book preview

Table of contents preview

  1. Anatomy and safety review
  2. Trigger point concepts
  3. Regional precautions
  4. Clinical decision-making
  5. Patient education scripts

Sample chapter

Sample chapter: anatomy review and safety checklist for a common regional presentation before clinical application.

Author details

Pittsburgh Physical Medicine clinical education team

Format info

Full-color anatomy reference, 380 pages. Designed for safety-first study.

Buy Book
Faculty

Instructor bios

Course content is led by clinicians from Pittsburgh Physical Medicine with chiropractic, physical therapy, OMT, sports biomechanics, and private-practice experience.

JF

Dr. Justin Foltz, DC

Clinic Owner

Palmer College of Chiropractic Florida and University of Pittsburgh B.S. Exercise Science. More than 10 years in private practice and OMT certified.

Spinal adjustmentSoft tissueShockwaveCorrective exercise
PO

Dr. Patrick O'Mara, DC

Sports biomechanics

D'Youville University Doctor of Chiropractic and RIT B.S. Biomedical Engineering. Former competitive soccer player.

Sports biomechanicsSoft tissue mobilizationReturn-to-play thinking
CC

Dr. Charlie Crockatt, DPT

Orthopedic Manual Therapy certification

Physical therapist providing true one-on-one sessions with specialization in post-surgery rehabilitation, shoulder, knee, hip, and car accident recovery.

Post-surgery rehabShoulder/knee/hipCar accident recovery
Clinic backbone

Pittsburgh Physical Medicine

The storefront is focused on CE education, with the clinic serving as proof that the curriculum comes from active patient care.

5916 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206

Contact information

Use our control layer for all education and clinic inquiries.

  • Phone: (724) 321-3417
  • Email: pittsburgh.physical@medicineandrehabilitation.info
  • Website: medicineandrehabilitation.info
  • Address: 5916 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
  • In-network: UPMC, Highmark BCBS, Aetna, United
  • 422 five-star Google reviews
PPM
Pittsburgh Physical Medicine
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