PHYSICAL THERAPY IS AT PFP
Hi All! I’m Diana Jordan, a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and newest member of the team at Pittsburgh Fitness Project. I earned my DPT degree from the University of Pittsburgh in 2023 and specialize in orthopedic and pelvic floor physical therapy. I’ve been training and competing in powerlifting and weightlifting for 8+ years and I’m passionate about helping lifters and active individuals feel stronger and more confident during their training.
When Do I Need Physical Therapy?
Preventatively:
PT can also be used preventatively (often called prehab) to improve mobility and strengthen commonly overlooked areas, with the goal of improving resilience during training. Prehab can also be utilized to improve strength and function prior to undergoing surgery.
After an acute injury:
A physical therapist can help you navigate a new injury by using various interventions to decrease swelling, restore range of motion and function, improve tissue health, help you stay positive and create a game plan to get you back to training.
For chronic injuries or pain:
PT can help you address the root cause of your issues and strategize sustainable ways to manage pain and improve function across the lifespan.
Improving recovery and boosting performance:
By using manual techniques (soft tissue and joint mobilization) and modalities (therapeutic tools including heat/ice, electrical stimulation, cupping and dry needling) along with exercise, PT can aid you recovering quicker from a tough training cycle and help you to perform at your best. Recovery sessions focus on reducing inflammation, improving circulation, tissue healing, scar tissue remodeling and improving muscle function.
After surgery:
PT is key after surgery to improve motion of soft tissue and joints, restore muscle function and improve strength and conditioning.
During pregnancy and postpartum:
During pregnancy, a PT who specializes in women’s health and pelvic floor can help you navigate exercise during pregnancy and manage any pain or pelvic floor dysfunction. You can learn to prep for labor and delivery by improving pelvic and hip mobility and learning how to push. After delivery, pelvic floor PT is highly recommended to help address pain, pelvic floor dysfunction, and navigate a safe return to exercise.
Other FAQs
Do you accept my insurance?
PFP Physical Therapy is an out of pocket PT practice. Traditional PT clinics are overwhelmed with patients, making it difficult to get one-on-one time and meaningful care from your therapist. By not accepting insurance we can guarantee you full one-on-one sessions with me to ensure your problems are fully evaluated and treated with the highest quality of care. Sessions are HSA/FSA eligible, and you will be provided with a superbill that you may submit to your insurance company for reimbursement.
Do I need a referral?
Yes, PT services do require a referral from a physician. If you’re unsure about the appropriate provider to seek this from, you may reach out to us via email and we can help. No referral required for Sports Recovery Sessions.
How do I schedule?
You can book appointments directly on MindBody and through the PFP PT page. If you’re interested in physical therapy, you must book an Initial Evaluation prior to a treatment session. If you’re interested in a Sports Recovery Session, you can book that without an intial evaluation.