Staff Spotlight: Bobby Mangiarelli

Bobby Mangiarelli

Physical Therapist

What is your name, title, credentials, and specialty?

I am Bobby Mangiarelli, a Physical Therapist at Mangiarelli Rehabilitation. I have a Bachelor of Arts in Exercise Science from John Carroll University and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Slippery Rock University.

What brought you to Mangiarelli Rehabilitation?

Growing up playing sports and having sports injuries, including going through the rehabilitation process, motivated me to pursue physical therapy. My junior year of high school, I had a season-ending sports injury and surgery. My rehabilitation post-surgery with my mom, who is a physical therapist, allowed me to play at the college-level. After graduating from Slippery Rock, I joined the family business, Mangiarelli Rehabilitation, as a physical therapist.

How long have you worked here?

I started at Mangiarelli Rehabilitation in 2014, so six years at the clinic.

Can you briefly describe your role at Mangiarelli Rehabilitation?

I am a staff physical therapist with expertise in sports rehabilitation. I oversee all the athletes at the clinic. I also specialize in patients with neurological impairments, particularly Parkinson’s Disease patients and patients with Multiple Sclerosis.

Can you describe your specialty (or specialties)?

I specialize in sports injury rehabilitation and neurological rehabilitation, working with athletes and patients who have impairments from Parkinson’s Disease and Multiple Sclerosis.

What is your favorite part of your job?

The most rewarding aspect of my job is building a relationship with the patient and seeing them achieve their goals, whether that’s being able to play with their grandkids or get back on the competitive sports field.

What do you like to do in your free time?

I’m active at our church and love growing in my faith. I’m a huge Cleveland sports fan, love spending time with family, and continuing Italian traditions. I like watching movies, traveling with my wife, and playing with our Australian Shepherd, Augie.

What do you wish people knew about physical therapy?

I wish people knew that many injuries and impairments can be treated non-invasively with physical therapy. Physical therapy puts the care of the patient in the patient’s hands and allows them to be independent, rather than being dependent on other interventions.