Dr Brian J Garcher, DPT, COMT

11/17/2022

The Mount Pleasant Novacare office is now providing LSVT BIG!!!! I am a certified provider.

Here is a brief description of what this is directly from the LSVT Global website -

“LSVT BIG is an intensive, effective, one-on-one treatment created to help people with Parkinson's disease (PD) and other neurological conditions address walking, balance and other activities of daily living (for example, writing, dressing and getting up from low chairs) or even job-related tasks.”

“Through these sessions, LSVT BIG treatment trains people to increase the size (amplitude) of their movements from head to toe. These improvements may also extend to smaller tasks, like buttoning or writing.”

If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s or any other neurological condition - reach out to me, I may be able to help and make a real difference in daily function. Please contact me at 724-547-6090 for more information.

10/18/2022

Top 5 Injuries in Baseball

04/23/2022

Novacare Rehabilitation is at the Trooper Iwaniec 5K-10K today at St Vincent College.

03/29/2022

Our experienced physical therapists will help you heal and feel better.

03/13/2022

Unsure how Physical Therapy can help you?
Here are some benefits of PT!

Feel like PT is what your looking for, call me at the Masontown NovaCare! 724-491-5220

02/25/2022

01/30/2022

Big stretch! Matt Wright, the PPA Tour's no. 2 player, gets stretched out and has some trigger point work done before advancing to the men's double finals with Riley Newman at the Desert Ridge Open in Arizona!

01/30/2022

01/25/2022

Chronicling Saints quarterback Jameis Winston's rehabilitation on his surgically repaired left knee.

01/24/2022

Have you seen a doctor due to pain or limitations in your daily activities? Have they referred you for PT but they want you to see a PT that is in their network? Maybe this clinic isn’t located in a convenient location for you or you prefer to go elsewhere.

Do you know that legally you have a choice for your PT provider? You are free to seek physical therapy from any provider YOU CHOOSE.

Education is key in many aspects and I want to make you fully aware of your choices. I also want you to be an active participant in your own care. Your opinions matter. Call or message me for an appointment - you will for sure be treated as an individual and not a number.

01/22/2022

Connor Pardoe wants to turn the racquet sport, once a game for retirees, into a primetime event.

01/15/2022

CALLING ALL GOLFERS: GOLF SEASON IS LESS THAN 3 MONTHS AWAY
The top frustration we hear in clinics from golfers is that they are frequently not able to play multiple rounds of golf in a week because they are dealing with pain either during their round or pain that starts following their round. The second complaint we hear is that they have lost speed and distance during the offseason and in the case of younger golfers not sure how to increase their swing speed without swinging harder. This does not have to be the case. As a Physical Therapist that is Titleist Performance Institute Certified I can tell you that we are able to address the above frustrations. Using our skill set we assess each person’s health history, conduct a thorough musculoskeletal examination, coupled with the TPI Screening Process we are able to establish an individualized and specific treatment plan which takes into account each individual’s goals. We work closely with the physicians in the area as well as we are able to work with your golf professional or swing coach.
Your initial visit will consist of meeting with a licensed clinician that specializes in injuries related to golf as well as treatment approaches directed at enabling you to reach your goals. The initial consult consists of an interview process to help us understand your health history, current status and what your goals are. We then complete a detailed musculoskeletal screen and examination followed by screening related to motions needed for your swing. Each player receives a specialized program following evaluation.
In some cases we are able to evaluate and establish a treatment plan through your insurance as well as we offer self-pay rates. Whether you are casual, serious, beginner, novice, amateur, or competitive we are here to help you take your game to the next level. Email Dr. Brian Garcher, DPT today to find a location near you and schedule an assessment today! We look forward to working with you!

Brian Garcher graduated from the University of Pittsburgh School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. He has a certification in Orthopedic Manual Therapy and TPI Certified. He is a Market Manager and Clinician with NovaCare Rehabilitation serving the Mon Valley and Fay West regions. Contact Brian Garcher at bgarcher@novacare.com to schedule an appointment near you.