Nicholas R. Altavilla DC

Dr. Altavilla was born and raised in the Pittsburgh area and attended Baldwin High School. He went on to receive his bachelor's degree in Exercise Science from Mercyhurst University before attending Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa.

He’s passionate about finding the root cause for a patient's ailments and treating them accordingly. He uses a plethora of techniques in addition to chiropractic to care for his patient’s including fascial and soft tissue techniques, corrective exercises, and nutritional counseling.

He looks forward to guiding each and every one of his patients towards an active, healthy lifestyle.

Credentials:

Palmer Graduate
Certified Personal Trainer - NASM
SFMA Level I
FMS Level I and II

Patient Reviews

Faye Z.

It is really professional and high quality.

I had a good visit today. My treatment went very well. I was relaxed and felt good about it. I really like when I am given the final treatment of the day. It is very relaxing and feels really good.

Corey M.

Knowledgeable, caring and friendly staff

While training for s half marathon I experienced sharp pain in my hip. I felt that it was the joint alignment and after 3 intense sessions My hip finally loosened up to adjust! I screamed with joy as as soon as I heard it I knew that is what it needed! Great Doc, dedicated to healing his patients, great and friendly staff throughout!

Robert S.

The sonogram treatment gave me the relief that I needed.

Duane M.

Great relief from overused muscles

Jeff is a great doctor and very in tune with what hurts on my body. He takes time to find why things hurt and then readjusts things to help my body work the way it is supposed to work.

Margie A.

Did not have to wait long for an appointment. Visit was pleasant. Dr. was very thorough, explained all procedures completely. Back pain was significantly reduced after first visit. Have already recommended this practice to a friend. Highly satisfied.

Patty G.

Awesome!

Great as usual. Jeff and his staff are always very helpful, professional and courteous! Jeff is very knowledgeable and up to date on the latest treatment approaches

Lori B.

Very comfortable atmosphere; very friendly staff

Skip A.

Great Service

Hey, these people, Geoff, Shane and Heather, are really very good people, I enjoy going to see them, and I have been a patient for at least, 20 years. Just keep up the Awesome work.

Stacey H.

Great first experience, already feel so much better than when I walked. Feel so much looser and relaxed. Highly recommended!!

Bernard E.

Profession and excellent service

Very helpful. Spent time explaining procedures and treatments. Felt so much better after just 2 visits.

Jane S.

Innovative treatments

My son received adjustment, k laser treatment, and stim for a baseball injury from Dr. Jeff. He treated him kindly and professionally, while making him comfortable and having fun with him. The treatments were interesting and beneficial too. He's on the road to recovery already

Kerri H.

Excellent service! Best chiropractor for my son after a sports injury!

William p.

High Quality Service, Professional and Friendly

Did not have to wait long for an appointment. Dr. Jeff was very thorough, explained all procedures completely. Back pain was significantly reduced after first visit. Highly satisfied. Jeff and his staff are always very helpful, professional and courteous! Jeff is very knowledgeable and up to date on the latest treatment approaches.

Tonya M.

Excellent service

My daughter is being treated for a sports injury and noticed improvement after her first visit. Dr. Jeff and his staff are very thorough explaining treatment and assessment of injury. Very experienced with treatment for athletes, professional and courteous and make my daughter feel comfortable with all of their approaches. Highly recommended

Caylee J.

Dr. Ruscitto is the best!!

Stephanie K.

Amazing Results

Please know that Dr.'s Ruscitto and Benedetti are the only licensed chiropractors in this area who can give you pain-free results in as little as one appointment. I am relieved of my back and neck pain after EVERY visit. And EVERY visit includes comprehensive exam and treatment. I highly recommend for pain-specific treatment and maintenance of a healthy spine.

Response from Lifeforce Chiropractic: Thanks Stephanie for the kind words, very much appreciated!!

Sandra B.

Dr Jeff is amazing and has help me time after time. Staff is great.

Diane M.

Love you guys!
Been coming to Lifeforce a long time. I love the care and treatment and refer people there all the time.

Enzo Ruscitto

High Ankle Sprain- I suffered a high ankle sprain during football season and was told that I would be out of commission for 4-6 weeks. With the use of the K-Laser and high volt galvanic stim the swelling and bruising was gone by the third day. At two weeks I was able to tape my ankles and get back to competition, fully two or more weeks earlier than was projected.

Jen Roland

I'm a recent patient at Lifeforce and I have to say I'd highly recommend them to anyone seeking a chiropractor in the Pittsburgh area. The staff is friendly and the doctor very informative and is evidently concerned about each of his patient's care.

Alyssa Brianne

great chiropractor! highly reccommended :)

Judy C.

Answer to my prayers!!!!
I was faced with the possibility of a series of steroid injections to my back to relieve chronic pain. I came to Lifeforce instead and after traction, adjustment, and fitting for orthotics I went from a pain level of 6-8 down to 1. Dr. Jeff and his staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and caring. With their help my quality of life has improved immensely.

Jeff O.

Staff very thorough and knowledgeable. Dr Jeff knows his stuff

Melissa B.

Great experience, looking forward to coming back again!

Lynn L.

Dr. Jeff is the best chiropractor in the south hills, He is very attentative to all my issues, A very friendly office!