If you need treatment for a functional, pain-related, or neurological disorder, UPMC’s spine rehabilitation specialists are uniquely qualified to help restore your quality of life.
Spine rehabilitation experts focus on restoring function in people with neurological conditions or musculoskeletal pain. These issues include degenerative and congenital disorders, as well as injuries.
At UPMC, access to spine rehabilitation comes in the form of:
Specialty services are available for the following:
Physical therapy (PT) involves targeted exercises, manual therapy, and other treatments to help relieve pain, increase mobility, and improve function of the spine and surrounding muscles.
To help people heal and prevent future issues, physical therapists may recommend strengthening exercises, stretching, and posture correction. They may also use different modalities, such as heat, ice, or electrical stimulation.
The Schroth method is a form of PT for children and adults who have scoliosis, or curvature of the spine. It consists of specific exercises that help stretch and strengthen the muscles along the spine.
A Schroth-certified physical therapist tailors treatment based on your unique side-to-side curve and degree of vertebral rotation. This method focuses on muscular symmetry, special breathing techniques, and proper posture to manage scoliosis.
In Southwest Pa., the Program for Spine Health offers comprehensive care focused not only on improving your pain, but also on helping you get back to your life.
This care includes:
After your first spine appointment for spine rehabilitation, your physiatrist will refer you to other support specialists as part of the program. Learn more.
At UPMC in Southwest Pa., the Musculoskeletal Health program is dedicated to exploring all musculoskeletal health treatment options to find what works best for you.
By UPMC Editorial Staff. Last reviewed on 2025-06-26.
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