Tonia Virnelson, DPT
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
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Sit at a Desk? Five Tips to Prevent Neck & Back Pain at Work, School or Home
Spending long hours at a desk can strain your body and lead to orthopedic issues if your workspace isn’t set up correctly. Studies have shown that poor posture at work is linked to a significant increase in the likelihood of experiencing musculoskeletal disorders. ...
Observing National Spine Health Awareness Month – Your Backbone for a Healthy Life
The month of October makes most people think of pumpkin spice lattes, vibrant leaves, and Halloween costumes. But here at Premier Orthopaedics, we have something else we keep an eye out for, too, because it's also the time of year known as National Spine Health...
September is National Vascular Disease Awareness Month
As September starts, it's National Vascular Disease Awareness Month. This is a great time to learn about the health of our veins and arteries. Vascular diseases include problems like deep vein thrombosis and peripheral arterial disease. Read on to learn how to keep...
SPECIALTIES
Tonia earned her B.S. in Biology from Widener University in 2000 and her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Widener University in 2003. In addition, Tonia received her MBA certificate in healthcare management from Widener University in 2010. She is specialized in vestibular rehabilitation/concussions, and holds a vestibular rehabilitation certification through the American Institute of Balance. Tonia’s areas on interest include vestibular rehabilitation, concussions, pediatrics and geriatrics.
She grew up in Broomall, graduated from Cardinal O’Hara high school and is excited to treat patients within her community. During her free time, Tonia enjoys spending time with her two German shepherds.