Meet Our staff

Orthopedics

Kinesiotaping techniques

Pediatrics

Sports Rehabilitation

ASTYM certified

SFMA & FMS certified

Trigger Point Dry Needling Level III

Contact Brittany: brittanyvass@inmotionptg.com

Brittany (Hagerty) Vass is a native of Friendly, WV. She graduated magna cum laude with her Bachelor’s of Science in Athletic Training from Alderson Broaddus College, and she played volleyball during her 4 years at her under graduate school. She received her Doctor of Physical Therapy from West Virginia University in 2010 and then went on to complete a 2 year residency through Evidence in Motion with an emphasis in orthopedics. Brittany’s background has been primarily focused but not limited to orthopedics, and she has been working in the Parkersburg area since graduation. She also treats school aged children in Wood County Schools. Brittany is certified in Astym, FMS, SFMA, trigger point dry needling, various taping techniques, myofascial cupping, and compression flossing.  

Brittany was previously involved with the Parkersburg High school volleyball team as a volunteer coach until she entered into Mom life! She remains available to the team for any consult on injury and have a strong love for the sport. Brittany is also very passionate about helping people across the spectrum, which is why physical therapy has been the optimal career for her. 

Women’s Health

Lymphedema

Pediatrics & Orthopedics Specialist

McConnell taping & Kinesiotaping

Pelvic Floor levels I, IIA, IIB, & III

ASTYM certified

SFMA & FMS certified

Trigger Point Dry Needling level III

Kidding Around Yoga certified

sEMG

Contact Tanya: tanyacancade@inmotionptg.com

Tanya Cancade is a physical therapist with 20 years of experience specializing in women’s health, lymphedema, pediatrics, and orthopedics. Tanya was born in Minnesota and grew up in North Dakota. She graduated from Williston High School in 1991. Tanya graduated from the University of Mary in 1997 with a bachelor’s degree in Rehabilitative Studies. She completed her Masters in Physical Therapy in 1998 also from the University of Mary. Tanya’s background is in outpatient rehabilitation which has allowed her to treat patients throughout their lifespan. She has a special interest in women’s health and lymphedema. Tanya completed coursework through Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute. She attended the Lymphedema Management Seminar through the Academy of Lymphatic Studies. Tanya also treats pediatric patients through the Wood County School system. She is certified in Astym, FMS, SFMA, trigger point dry needling, sEMG, and various taping techniques. When not working, Tanya can be found supporting her children at various sporting events, walking, and reading.

Manual Therapy Certification

ASTYM certified

SFMA & FMS certified

Trigger Point Dry Needling level III

Contact Stephanie: stephaniefoutty@inmotionptg.com

Stephanie is a native of the Parkersburg area, and recently relocated back to this area 6 yrs ago.  She graduated from Marietta College with a Bachelor of Science in Sports Medicine in 1996 and from West Virginia University with her Master of Science in Athletic Training in 2000.  She later received her Master in Physical Therapy in 2007 from West Virginia University and most recently she achieved her Doctorate in Physical Therapy and a Manual Therapy Certification from Evidence in Motion in 2021.
Stephanie has also completed the McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis & Therapy Training, Part A, B, C, and D.  She is certified in trigger point dry needling, ASTYM, SFMA, FMS, and taping techniques.
Stephanie was voted "Best in the Valley" Physical Therapist by the readers of the Charleston Gazette Newspaper 2014.
In her free time, Stephanie enjoys outdoor activities and loves spending time with her dog, Duke.   

Parkinson's Treatment

Trigger Point Dry Needling Certified

Taping

Contact Renee: reneepfirman@inmotionptg.com

Renee is originally from the Hudson Valley area of New York. She graduated with a bachelors in healthcare management in 2011 and received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Misericordia University in 2013. Life has taken her to several different states over the past few years and is excited to return to the MOV to make this community her home. She has a background of treating a variety of patients including orthopedics, post surgical and chronic pain, but has a passion working with neurological diagnoses including Parkinson's Disease and other movement disorders, vestibular and balance impairments. She is certified in LSVT and PWR and incorporates kinesiotaping and trigger point dry needling to optimize treatment results.
Renee enjoys outdoor activities, reading, traveling, attending concerts and spending time with her husband, Kris, and their 3 dogs- Skylar, Kora and Zoey.
 

ASTYM

Women's Health

SFMA

Myofascial

Lymphedema Management

Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Treatment

Wound Care

Contact Mistie: mistiegaston-smith@inmotionptg.com

Mistie Gaston-Smith is a physical therapist assistant who has been treating since 2016. A native of Parkersburg, she graduated summa cumme laude from Washington State Community College and is currently completing her bachelors of Health Care Administration from Purdue University. Mistie speacializes in Women's Health and Lymphedema Management in which she is very passionate about. She also treats and is not limited to geriatrics, orthopedics, pediatrics, sports injuries, and wound management. Certifications include ASTYM, FMS, Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation from Herman and Wallace Institute, and flossing & cupping certificates from RockTape. Mistie resides in Belleville, WV with her husband and five children. In her spare time she enjoys renovating old homes and taking naps.

Taping

FMS

LSVT BIG

BIG FOR LIFE

Delay the Disease

Contact Emily: emilytaylor@inmotionptg.com

 Emily is a native of the Parkersburg area. She graduated from Washington State Community College and has over 20 years of experience in inpatient and outpatient with specializations in geriatrics and neuro. Emily received her Bachelor's degree from Ohio Valley University and is currently pursuing her Master's Degree from Marshall University. Emily has always had a passion for treating patients with neurological involvement. She currently manages the Mid Ohio Valley Parkinson's Support Group and is teaching RockSteady Boxing at the Parkersburg YMCA. Emily is certified in LSVT BIG, Delay the Disease, and RockSteady Boxing for Parkinson's Disease, as well as FMS Level I, Rocktape and Rockblade.  Emily lives in Parkersburg with her husband Ryan and her three boys, Zach, Joe and Charlie. She has two Golden Retrievers who she enjoys spoiling rotten! You may even see Jake at our clinic every once in a while! Emily continues to teach classes at Washington State Community College whenever her schedule allows. In her spare time she enjoys cheering for her boys at various sporting and scholastic events, and attending WVU Mountaineer Football and Basketball games.