First Settlement Physical Therapy

First Settlement Physical Therapy is a physical therapist in Cambridge, OH, providing outpatient orthopedic, neurological, sports medicine, and senior health services to patients across the Mid-Ohio Valley. The clinic specializes in back pain, fall prevention, hand therapy, vestibular and vertigo treatment, aquatic therapy, dry needling, and women’s health, serving communities from Athens to Wheeling and beyond. With a 4.90 rating and a strong review history, the practice is recognized as a trusted provider in the region.

Founded in 1999 in Marietta, OH, First Settlement Physical Therapy began as a family-owned private practice and has since expanded to 32 clinics. The name honors Marietta as the Northwest Territory’s first settlement. The company is currently led by Hema Hargus, along with her husband Phil Hargus, son Simon Hargus, and daughter-in-law Lisa Hargus, supported by a team of well-trained professionals. The practice emphasizes treating patients and staff as part of a family, focusing on personalized care and long-term recovery.

Located at 1445 E Wheeling Ave in Cambridge, the clinic sits about a quarter mile from Highland Avenue and East Wheeling Avenue, two major roads in the area. It is within a short walk of Jack D Hendricks Memorial Park and approximately 0.4 miles from the Cambridge Municipal Court. A half-mile away lies the Artifact from World Trade Center monument, a notable landmark in the city.

The practice is known for its consistent, high-quality care, supported by a long-standing presence in the community and a reputation for trusted, patient-centered treatment. With over two decades of service and a growing network across the region, First Settlement Physical Therapy remains a cornerstone of rehabilitation in Cambridge and the surrounding Mid-Ohio Valley.

Services:

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