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8 Years
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One-on-One Physical Therapy Specialists
Haulman Physical Therapy is revolutionizing outpatient healthcare in Central Pennsylvania by providing personalized care tailored to each patient's specific needs. Our approach delivers superior outcomes in fewer visits than standard care through specialized services including orthopedic, neurological, and pelvic floor physical therapy, as well as post-operative care and innovative rehabilitation techniques like Owens Recovery Science. With board-certified specialists offering one-on-one attention, our goal is to treat the root cause of pain without surgery, medications, or injections. We prioritize accessibility by scheduling patient evaluations within one week of contact, avoiding long wait times, and offering affordable care that gets patients back to doing what they love - faster and more effectively.

Our team consists of highly trained professionals including orthopedic clinical specialists, neurological clinical specialists, and certified hand therapists who bring extensive experience and expertise to every patient interaction. Located inside Dormans Sports Performance, we combine state-of-the-art facilities with personalized care to change the current model of physical therapy.
Services
Physical Therapy Orthopedic Therapy Neurological Therapy Pelvic Floor Therapy Post-Op Care Owens Recovery Science
Details
  • Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
  • We provide personalized treatment without surgery, medications or injections
  • Our patients recover faster with fewer visits than standard care
  • Our therapists have advanced training in orthopedic, neurological and pelvic floor therapy
  • We offer one-on-one sessions with board-certified specialists
  • Our clinic operates within 3 convenient locations with flexible scheduling
What people say
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Services
Physical Therapy
Our comprehensive physical therapy services address pain and injuries through personalized treatment plans. Meet with clinical specialists for minimum 60-minute sessions featuring manual treatment and customized exercise programs. Our board-certified therapists assess the source of pain and develop the most effective treatment approach for optimal recovery outcomes.
Orthopedic Therapy
Specialized orthopedic care treats musculoskeletal conditions and injuries with expert diagnosis and personalized rehabilitation programs. Our orthopedic clinical specialists provide joint injections when necessary while focusing on non-invasive treatment approaches that address root causes of pain and promote long-term recovery.
Neurological Therapy
Board-certified neurological specialists deliver advanced treatment for central and peripheral nervous system conditions. With 13+ years of experience across multiple care settings, our therapists develop tailored rehabilitation programs that address complex neurological diagnoses and promote functional recovery through evidence-based interventions.
Pelvic Floor Therapy
Specialized pelvic floor therapy addresses dysfunction in muscles supporting bladder, bowel, and reproductive organs. Our certified specialists treat conditions like incontinence, pelvic pain, and postpartum recovery through hands-on techniques, targeted exercises, and patient education in private, comfortable settings.
Post-Op Rehabilitation
Our post-operative care program provides comprehensive rehabilitation following surgical procedures. Patients receive individualized treatment plans with up to three weekly sessions featuring one-on-one care from board-certified therapists who specialize in restoring mobility, strength, and functionality after surgical interventions.
People
Zach Haulman
Owner/Orthopedic Clinical Specialist
An Altoona native with orthopedic clinical specialist certification, Zach opened Haulman Physical Therapy in 2018 after earning his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Sage Graduate School and completing post-graduate residency training.
Brent Dodson
Neurologic Clinical Specialist
A board-certified neurological clinical specialist with over 13 years of experience treating diverse diagnoses across acute care, rehabilitation, and outpatient settings while serving as a Saint Francis University adjunct professor.
Brittany Talbott
Pelvic Floor Specialist
With 12+ years of experience and specialized training in pelvic floor dysfunctions, Brittany provides expert care for pelvic health conditions while helping patients achieve individualized recovery goals in private treatment sessions.
Sheri Nolan
Hand Therapist
A certified hand therapist with over 30 years of experience since graduating from University of Pittsburgh, specializing in arthritic hand care and obtaining CHT certification in 1994 with expertise in athlete hand injury treatment.
Questions
What makes Haulman Physical Therapy different from other clinics?
We provide one-on-one care with board-certified specialists, achieve better outcomes in fewer visits, and focus on treating root causes of pain without invasive procedures.
How quickly can I get an appointment?
We schedule patient evaluations within one week of contact with flexible availability across multiple locations and extended weekday hours.
What types of conditions do you treat?
We treat orthopedic injuries, neurological conditions, pelvic floor dysfunction, post-surgical recovery needs, and musculoskeletal pain conditions using specialized approaches.
Do you accept insurance?
As a private practice, we operate as an out-of-network provider to ensure personalized care without insurance company restrictions on treatment time or approach.
What is Owens Recovery Science?
It uses personalized blood flow restriction with specialized tourniquet systems to achieve strength gains with lighter loads, helping reduce atrophy after injuries or surgery.
Are your therapists specially trained?
Our team includes board-certified orthopedic specialists, neurological specialists, and pelvic floor experts with advanced training beyond standard physical therapy certification.