First Settlement Physical Therapy

First Settlement Physical Therapy is a Physical Therapist in Cambridge, OH, located at 1445 E Wheeling Ave. The practice provides orthopedic outpatient physical therapy services to the Mid-Ohio Valley region. Specific specialties offered at this location include aquatic therapy, back pain treatment, dry needling, fall prevention, general orthopedics, hand therapy, neurological rehabilitation, occupational health, senior health, speech therapy, sports medicine, vestibular and vertigo therapy, and women’s health. The clinic serves patients across a wide service area that includes Athens, Barlow, Bellaire, Charleston, Parkersburg, Wheeling, and many other communities in Ohio and West Virginia. It holds a rating of 4.90 based on customer reviews.

First Settlement Physical Therapy is a family-owned private practice that has been in business for 17 years, having founded its first clinic in Marietta, OH in 1999. The company is owned by Hema Hargus, who is assisted by her son Simon Hargus, her husband Phil Hargus, and her daughter-in-law Lisa Hargus. The practice has grown to include 32 clinics throughout the Mid-Ohio Valley. Patients can expect appointments to last between 45 minutes and 90 minutes, with an average plan of care involving four to twelve visits. The clinic accepts walk-ins and does not maintain a waiting list, aiming to treat patients on the same day if needed. Most insurances do not require a referral to start physical therapy, though patients should bring insurance information and any existing referrals to their first visit.

The practice offers physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy services depending on the location. Patients are advised to wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing and sneakers. The initial appointment involves completing paperwork and a physical evaluation to develop an individualized treatment plan. The staff emphasizes providing a positive, encouraging environment to help patients reach their recovery goals.

First Settlement Physical Therapy is known for maintaining a positive rating from the customers who have reviewed it, reflecting the quality of care provided by its trained staff and family leadership.

First Settlement Physical Therapy combines its family-owned heritage and extensive 17-year history with comprehensive outpatient rehabilitation services to support the health and mobility of residents in Cambridge, OH.

The clinic is situated on East Wheeling Avenue, approximately 0.2 miles from Highland Avenue and Leatherwood Creek. It is also about 0.3 miles from Jack D Hendricks Memorial Park and 0.4 miles from the Cambridge Municipal Court.

Services:

• Aquatic Therapy
• Back Pain Treatment
• Dry Needling
• Fall Prevention
• Fall Prevention Program
• General Orthopedics