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Philadelphia - Washington Square

230 West Washington Square
Fifth Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19106

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(215) 829-6957

Hours

Day of the Week Hours
Monday:8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday:7:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Thursday:8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Friday:7:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Saturday:Closed
Sunday:Closed

Featured Services

Physical Therapy
Orthopedic Rehabilitation
Sports Medicine
Cancer Rehabilitation
Concussion Rehabilitation
Fall Prevention Program
LSVT BIG - Parkinson's
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About

At NovaCare Rehabilitation, our experienced clinical team will design an individualized plan of care that aligns with your specific goals in mind. Through experience, advanced clinical training and clear communication with our patients, our therapy team will give you the advantage in recovery. We are proud to be part of the community and are committed to providing each patient with an exceptional experience that promotes healing and recovery in a safe, compassionate environment. Call or request an appointment and experience the power of physical therapy today.

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Therapy equipment
Therapy equipment
Our Team

Jim Pelusio , P.T., DPT, OCS

Jim has been practicing as a physical therapist since graduating from Drexel University in 2014. In this time he has gained several years of experience treating a wide range of conditions including neck and back pain, rotator cuff dysfunction, hip and knee pain, plantar fasciitis, concussion/vestibular dysfunction and post-operative joint replacements. Jim earned a board-certified specialization in orthopedics in 2019 to sharpen his clinical skills and improve mentorship to student physical therapists. Jim was promoted to center manager of NovaCare Washington Square in 2021 with an interest in coaching and mentoring team members to achieve their clinical and professional goals. In his spare time, Jim enjoys spending time in the outdoors camping, hiking and snowboarding.

Ian Metcalfe , P.T., DPT, CSCS

Ian has been with NovaCare since May 2022, and practicing as a physical therapist since 2018. He is a certified strength and conditioning specialist, with experience treating a variety of orthopedic and post-surgical conditions, and a special interest in treating athletes. He attended Nazareth College in Rochester, NY, graduating with a bachelor's degree in health science in 2016 and a doctorate in physical therapy in 2018. In his free time, he enjoys playing guitar, powerlifting and exploring new Vegan restaurants in Philly.

Allison Hart , P.T., DPT, LSVT-Big Certified

Allison received her doctorate of physical therapy from Temple University and has been practicing as a physical therapist since 2019. In this time, she has gained experience treating a wide variety of orthopedic, neuromuscular and concussion/vestibular conditions. In 2021, Allison received her certification in LSVT BIG- which is a specialized program specifically tailored to improve balance, gait, endurance and daily function of those living with Parkinson's Disease. Allison also comes from an extensive performing arts background and has a special interest in treating dancers and circus artists. Outside of NovaCare, Allison is also a professional hula-hoop artist and juggler- and she also enjoys biking and hiking in her free time.
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Services

  • Blood Flow Restriction
  • Cancer Rehabilitation
  • Concussion Rehabilitation
  • Fall Prevention Program
  • Headache Treatment
  • Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization
  • LSVT BIG - Parkinson's
  • Manual Therapy
  • Orthopedic Rehabilitation
  • Osteoporosis Management
  • Physical Therapy
  • Sports Medicine
  • Vestibular Rehabilitation
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Community
At NovaCare Rehabilitation, we know that injuries are never scheduled, but relief can be. If you're injured, tired of having less mobility or experiencing aches and pains, let our licensed clinical experts help. We believe movement is medicine and are committed to helping our patients get back to work, athletics and daily life. The road to recovery starts with NovaCare Rehabilitation!

Community Involvement

NovaCare Rehabilitation is a proud partner of the Philadelphia Eagles, Phillies, 76ers and Flyers. NovaCare also has collegiate partnerships with multiple universities which boast onsite locations to provide easy access to care for the faculty, students and athletes. These universities include La Salle, Temple and Villanova where we are the official physical therapy and athletic training provider to the student-athletes.

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