Physical Therapy in Forest Hills, PA

Looking for a physical therapist in Forest Hills who treats you like family? Our Lifeline Physical Therapy clinic sits inside Forest Hills Plaza at 21 Yost Blvd., just off Ardmore Blvd. (US-30) and minutes from I-376.We specialize in orthopedic and sports-injury rehab, balance & vestibular therapy, post-surgical recovery, and cardiopulmonary conditioning.

Same-day appointments and a “Book Online Easily” option keep rehab on your schedule.

Contact info.

Lifeline Physical Therapy
21 Yost Blvd.
Pittsburgh, PA 15221

Phone: 412.829.2450

Fax: 412.829.2468

chris.brehm@lifeline-therapy.com

Hours:
Mon – Thur: 7:30 am to 6:00 pm
Friday: 7:30 am to 4:00 pm

See What Our Forest Hills Patients Say

Lifeline Physical Therapy and Pulmonary Rehab - Forest Hills, PA

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Be Good Johnny

3 months ago

After total hip replacement and an initial rocky short stint by UPMC Home Physical Therapy, I lucked in to find Lifeline Physical Therapy on Yost Ave. in Forest Hills Plaza. Nick was my very conscientious therapist who set me on the correct path for long-term healing. The team there works together on patients to help rebuild my strength while my new bone material ossifies to my implant. The kicker is they have a van that provides free transportation to and from the facility! Much thanks, Nick and team!

Susan Perry

4 months ago

What a crew working here. Not only is everyone very kind to the patients they work well as a team. Wonderful to see. Very supportive and use humor to lighten your load. I have seen quite an improvement from where I started. Would love to return.

Jennifer Short

5 months ago

Nick C. Was very knowledgeable and started me on some pt exercises to hopefully help some back pain I’ve had for years. I’d definitely recommend him to family and friends for how easy he made it even though pt is almost never fun for anyone.

cris medina

5 months ago

I've been to many physical therapy establishments but lifeline physical therapy has been the best one. Ive gotten great results from the physical therapy nick & the rest of the team has helped me with. I have an upcoming hip surgery and I already cant wait to come back here to continue these physical therapy exercises. I love thither place and I love the staff!!

Dusty

7 months ago

I came to Lifeline for therapy after major heart surgery, and did another round of therapy for my knee. The staff are kind and caring. The atmosphere is warm and friendly. I learned a lot of great exercises and I feel like I have the tools I need to continue on my own. I saw real improvements during my time there. Jamie, Shelby, Nick, Brandon and Christina, you guys rock, thanks for everything. -Sam

Sue Sherback

8 months ago

I was very pleased with the treatment I got recently for my back, at the Lifeline Physical Therapy office in Forest Hills! Nick my therapist was very nice and knowledgeable! He worked with me on various stretching exercises, to strengthen and loosen up my back and shoulder muscles. That helped alleviate a lot of the chronic pain I had. He also did some mobilization techniques that really made my back feel better.
The office was very welcoming, especially Christina at the front desk!
The whole staff seemed to enjoy working there and I could see they had all built some caring, one on one, relationships with many of their patients. Keep up the good work!

11 months ago

Fantastic place. Was greeted by possible the warmest most caring front desk person I ever met, Christina, who made me feel at ease right away. My therapist Shelby is the best therapist I ever had. Please if you need any physical therapy trust Forest Hills Lifeline Therapy!!!!

Kathy Ramsey

12 months ago

Let me first say that if I could give all the employees of Lifeline Physical Therapy in Forest Hills 10 stars I would. I have been there for six different treatment programs in the last two years which have included bilateral knee replacements, spinal fusion and other miscellaneous problems that I have had. Christina the receptionist greets you when you walk in the door with a smile. She's so very kind and truly genuine. I soon learned she is very busy multitasking doing other things, but stops and takes the time to answer whatever questions you have and doesn't make you feel like you interrupted her. Bottom line is when you walk in that door you feel very welcome and comfortable. Dr Shelby has been my PT from day one. I can't say enough great things about her. She too is genuine and takes the time to listen to your needs. Never does she push you to do more than you feel your body can handle. She encourages you with every move you make and makes sure that you are doing everything correctly. She makes sure that you have your exercises uploaded in the Medbridge GO App and or paperwork printed out for you. She of course switches up the treatment plan and makes sure you feel confident in what she has showed and explained to you. She's my biggest "cheerleader." Dr Shelby has a wonderful personality, and I'm truly blessed that she is my PT. I have also had Dr Nicole and Dr Jamie who are both excellent as well. They guide you in your exercises and make sure you're doing them correctly. They are both very encouraging and great to work with and are very genuine as well. They all get along perfectly with their different personalities which makes it great for the patient. I'd like to mention Arrianna and Brandon who are the PT's helpers. They too are great to work with. I highly and I mean highly recommend Lifeline in Forest Hills. BTW I did try another physical therapy center first and they were awful. You were made to feel invisible. I'm more than thankful I didn't stay there and discovered Lifeline. Lifeline will always be my go to physical therapy place.

Gregory A Morris Jr

1 year ago

Dr. Shelby Hoblit & her team did a wonderful job with my pulmonary rehab. They were extremely professional, thorough & personable. They made me feel like my well being mattered. They took me through a variety of tasks that got me on the path to full recovery. And most importantly, they always made me feel welcomed. I now have a regular routine of exercise that I do daily at home. I highly recommend this office to ANYONE in need of top notch physical therapy!

Sandi S

1 year ago

I went to Lifeline after having stents put in. I was afraid to exercise much because I was now a "heart patient." Blockages had made me weak. The therapist (Shelby) put a heart monitor on me and helped me regain my strength and improve my workout. I now know I MUST get a good workout precisely BECAUSE I am a heart patient.

I lost a parent during my cardio rehab. Shelby was patient and accommodating as I rescheduled and stretched out my rehab - aiming to have a routine I could do on my own for long run success.

The atmosphere was upbeat and professional - on the spot and willing to answer questions.

Thank you!

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Brad Walker

1 year ago

Thank you Lifeline team! Shelby is an incredible Physical Therapist who was very dedicated and creative and terms of helping me recover from a broken arm. Shelby went above and beyond every week with such great care. Everyone there is so personable and cares about each patient — I feel lucky to have come here!

Lucy Powell

2 years ago

Thank you to Shelby, Nicole, Christina, and Brandon! Everyone here was SO nice and made me feel so welcome. I tore my MCL and didn't have the best experience at another PT clinic closer to home. Coming here was worth the drive!! The exercises were tailored to my individual situation instead of feeling like a one-size-fits-all plan, and I got sent home with exercises to continue after completing my care there. It was also really easy to schedule and everyone was so helpful. Thank you to the whole team!! You are all awesome!!

Leon Harper

2 years ago

I can’t thank Dr. Hoffner (Nicole) and her associates Dr. Hoblit (Shelby) and Dr. Wichrowski (Jamie) enough for their work in rehabilitating my shoulder following rotator cuff surgery. I’m very satisfied with the shoulder, and they make a great team! I have never met a kinder soul than Christina at the front desk. Thank you all.

Valerie Compton

2 years ago

Let me tell you about Nicole. I met Nicole two years ago when I had my first knee replacement at another physical therapy facility. She was awesome fast-forward two years later at lifeline physical therapy. Nicole was my therapist again when I had my other knee replacement. I was so surprised to See her and knew I was gonna be in great hands. She is brutal. She is tough just kidding. She has such empathy. She makes you want to come back. She takes her time she makes you feel at home. She makes you want to get better. I will recommend her to all my friends and family and will always try to find her if I ever need more physical therapy.

Liz DeVall

2 years ago

From the first call to Lifeline Physical therapy, to the intake, and the appointments to come I was and still am extremely comfortable and confident in their ability to care for their patients and genuinely help. The receptionist is extremely friendly and accommodating both on the phone and when checking in. I feel heard and am looking forward to the progress I will make while working with them!

Update** I have completed the treatment plan and still would highly recommend this facility! They even sent me a very nice card in the mail upon my completion 🙂 Feeling much stronger than when I first came to them!

Rosalind Duncan

3 years ago

The staff here at Life-Line Therapy is awesome! They are extremely knowledgeable in both Physical and Pulmonary Therapies. Their main concern is your ability to lead a healthy and productive lifestyle. Focusing on consistency and progress in accomplishing your physical, and pulmonary goals, as well as body mechanics. Highly recommend this facility. They truly motivated me!

Conditions We Treat at Our Forest Hills Office

Musculoskeletal Injuries & Pain – Strains, sprains, arthritis, back or neck pain
Cardiovascular Conditions – Post-heart-attack, coronary artery disease, heart-failure deconditioning
Post-Surgical Recovery – Joint replacements, ACL repairs, spinal fusions, rotator-cuff repairs
Pulmonary Conditions – COPD, asthma, long COVID, other chronic lung diseases
Chronic Conditions – Diabetes-related weakness, fibromyalgia, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis
Vestibular & Balance Disorders – Vertigo, post-concussion dizziness, fall-risk imbalance

Meet Your Forest Hills Physical Therapy Team

Dr. Jamie Wichrowski, DPT

Dr. Jamie Wichrowski is a physical therapist and the facility director at Lifeline Physical Therapy in Forest Hills, PA. She specializes in outpatient orthopedics and serves as a clinical instructor.

Dr. Jeanette Kochman, PT, DPT, OCS

Dr. Jeanette Kochman is a physical therapist at Lifeline Physical Therapy in Forest Hills and a member of the leadership team. She is a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist with Certificates of Orthopedic Excellence for the spine, lower quarter, and upper quarter.

Dr. Nick Costanzo

Dr. Nick Costanzo is a physical therapist at Lifeline Physical Therapy in Forest Hills, PA. He earned his DPT from Saint Francis University in 2011 and has a passion treating patients with musculoskeletal and neurological conditions.

Dr. Shelby Hoblit, PT, DPT

Dr. Shelby Hoblit is a physical therapist at Lifeline Physical Therapy in Forest Hills, PA. She holds a DPT from Chatham University, is a member of the APTA, and her interests include cardiopulmonary and orthopedic conditions.

Lauren Schaupp, RT

Lauren Schaupp is a respiratory therapist at the Forest Hills and Monroeville locations. She earned a BS in Respiratory Therapy from Ohio State University and has experience across critical care, general floors, and patient education.

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Getting Here & What to Expect

Parking:
Free lot in Forest Hills directly in front of the clinic.
Public Transit:
Stop at Forest Hills Plaza entrance.
Session length:
First evaluation is about 60 minutes. Expect 45-60 minutes for follow up appointments.
What to wear:
Comfortable clothing that lets you move.

Need a ride?

Ask about our free transportation service for eligible patients.

FAQs about Our Forest Hills Office

Do I need a prescription for physical therapy in Pennsylvania?

No. Pennsylvania’s Direct Access law lets you start physical therapy without a doctor’s script for up to 30 days.

Which insurances do you accept?

We’re in-network with Highmark, UPMC, Aetna, Medicare, and most major plans. Call if you don’t see yours.

How soon can I get an appointment?

Often the same or next business day. Call 412-829-2450 to learn more about the openings at our Forest Hills location.

Is parking really free?

Yes! We have ample spaces in the Forest Hills Plaza lot right outside our door.

Ready to Move Better?

We’ve been serving the Forest Hills community for over 20 years! Click “Book Online”, or call 412-829-2450 to lock in your first visit today. We look forward to helping you feel great.