Recovering from pain, injury, or surgery
Start here if you need help reducing pain, rebuilding mobility, or recovering after an injury or procedure.
Orthopedic manual therapy
Services
One-on-one rehabilitation
for the way you move.
Personalized physical therapy, specialty care, and wellness support for patients of all ages.
Full scope of care
Care that meets you where you are.
We treat musculoskeletal injuries associated with trauma, sports, surgical repair, and wear and tear for patients of all ages. We also offer specialty services including hand therapy, lymphedema therapy, and neurologic physical therapy.
Explore our clinical services, the injuries we treat, and the techniques we use, or visit our Wellness page for assessments, workshops, and preventative programs.
Start here
Find the right service for your needs.
Start with your situation, then explore the care options that fit.
Returning to sport or activity
For athletes and active people who want to move from rehab back into training, performance, and play.
Return to sportStaying well, mobile, and supported
Assessments, workshops, and preventative programs that build on your progress.
Wellness servicesWhat we offer
Physical therapy tailored to your goals.
Let us know what you need so we can tailor your care.
Orthopedic Manual Therapy
Best for pain, injury, post-surgical recovery, and movement limitations.
Manual therapy techniques paired with skilled exercise to address your pain and injury. Every appointment is a clinical hour directly with your physical therapist.
Return to Sport
Best for athletes returning to training, play, or competition.
After traditional PT ends, we focus on exercise and training tailored to your sport and mechanics so you get back to play without re-injury.
Pediatric Physical Therapy
Best for ages 2 to 21 who need support with strength, balance, coordination, and participation.
Play- and skill-based therapy for gross motor delays, toe walking, hypotonia, developmental coordination disorders, and more, built for carryover into everyday life.
Vestibular Physical Therapy
Best for dizziness, vertigo, imbalance, and motion sensitivity.
Expert diagnosis and personalized treatment including balance training, gaze stabilization, and targeted movement techniques.
Vestibular care
Neurologic Physical Therapy
Best for balance, coordination, neurologic conditions, and daily function.
Restores the connection between brain and body after neurologic conditions or injury, targeting balance, coordination, and the ability to complete daily tasks.
Neurologic care
Hand Therapy
Best for hand injuries, surgery recovery, stiffness, and upper-extremity function.
A skilled hand therapist helps you recover from acute and chronic hand injuries, rehabilitate after surgery, and return to the activities you love.
Hand therapy
Lymphedema Therapy
Best for swelling, fullness, tightness, skin changes, and ongoing management.
Complete decongestive therapy brings together manual lymph drainage, compression support, movement, skin care, and self-care education.
Lymphedema care
Women's Pelvic Health PT
Best for pelvic pain, urinary leakage, pregnancy-related discomfort, and postpartum challenges.
Compassionate, individualized care including pelvic-floor training, breathing techniques, manual therapy, and functional exercise, offered with Applied Performance Physical Therapy.
Pelvic healthThe difference
Why one-on-one care changes the experience.
Your appointment is built around you, your goals, and your provider’s clinical judgment.
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Time with your therapist
Our one-on-one model
- One patient per therapist per hour.
- A full clinical hour, 50 to 60 minutes, directly with your PT.
Traditional in-network model
- Up to three patients per therapist per hour.
- About 20 minutes with the PT; the rest with an aide or assistant.
02
Privacy and setting
Our one-on-one model
- Individual appointments in a private room.
Traditional in-network model
- Patients share a large room with other patients.
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Treatment decisions
Our one-on-one model
- Your PT determines the plan based on current best practice and evidence.
- We focus on the individual. Not every injury occurs for the same reasons.
Traditional in-network model
- The insurance company decides what treatment is allowed and covered.
- Focus shifts toward billed charges.
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Access between sessions
Our one-on-one model
- Available by email or phone for questions between sessions.
Traditional in-network model
- Questions are answered only during your scheduled session.
What to expect
A thoughtful evaluation and a plan you understand.
You are a partner in your rehab. The goal is not just short-term relief, but stronger movement and better confidence beyond the clinic.
Evaluation
A thorough review of your history, movement, symptoms, goals, and functional needs.
Treatment plan
Hands-on treatment, movement retraining, exercise progression, education, and a clear home plan.
Progress beyond the clinic
Strength, confidence, and habits that keep you moving well after therapy ends.
Clinical scope
Injuries we treat and techniques we use.
Scan the common conditions and approaches below, then reach out if you are not sure where your concern fits.
Injuries We Treat
Pre and post-operative conditionsChronic painTendinitis and tendinopathyAnkle sprainArthritisNeck and back painDisc herniation and degenerative disc diseaseFracturesKnee painHip painHip and shoulder labral tearsHeadachePlantar fasciitisRotator cuff strain or tearSpinal stenosisACL tearTMJ and jaw painTennis elbowGolfer's elbowFrozen shoulderScoliosis
Techniques We Use
Soft tissue mobilizationMyofascial releaseDry needlingStabilization and core trainingBalance and fall prevention trainingPosture trainingMotor learning theoryJoint mobilizationNeuromuscular re-educationSport-specific training and injury preventionPNFStretchingStrain-counterstrainTherapeutic exercises and activitiesElectrical stimulationMoist heat and cryotherapyRunning analysisTPI assessment
Payment and insurance
Out-of-network care, explained clearly.
Why out of network? Because we are out-of-network, we can tailor appointments and take the extra time to make sure you get the care you need. Patients get better more efficiently than in a traditional high-volume PT setting, which also minimizes long-term costs.
Before scheduling. For private insurance, payment is due at the time of service. Our team can verify benefits, provide an estimate, and help submit claims; coverage and reimbursement depend on your plan. If you have Medicare, please call 703-349-1030 before scheduling so we can discuss current availability and the right next step.
Frequently asked
Questions patients ask before getting started.
Do I need a doctor's referral?
Virginia is a Direct Access State, so most patients can start physical therapy without a physician referral. Requirements can vary by situation and plan. Please call us before scheduling if you are unsure whether a referral is needed.
How do I know if physical therapy can help me?
We are happy to schedule an evaluation to determine if you are an appropriate candidate for physical therapy services. If your diagnosis is out of our scope, we will work with you to determine an appropriate referral. If you have questions, please call 703-349-1030 or email info@greatfallspt.com to determine if you would benefit from an evaluation.
Do you take insurance?
For private insurance, Great Falls Physical Therapy is an out-of-network provider. We can review your benefits and provide an estimate before your first evaluation. Payment is due when services are provided. If you have Medicare, please call us to discuss your situation before scheduling.
What does out-of-network mean?
This means that Great Falls Physical Therapy has not contracted with your insurance company for reimbursement at a negotiated rate. We can give you one-on-one time and attention to reach your health goals, unlike conventional in-network practices.
What should I wear?
Please arrive with comfortable clothing that you are able to move in.
How early do I need to arrive?
Please arrive 10 minutes prior to your initial evaluation if you still need to complete paperwork. Please feel free to utilize our outdoor covered porch on the Village Centre Green while you wait.
When might a child need pediatric physical therapy?
A child may benefit from physical therapy evaluation and/or continued care for delays with gross motor milestones, generalized weakness, difficulty maintaining the same activity level as peers, difficulty with gross motor movements such as walking, jumping, or running, frequent falls or balance concerns, tight or stiff muscles, pain, or poor endurance and easy fatigue.
Downloadable forms
Patient forms and questionnaires.
Call 703-349-1030 or email info@greatfallspt.com if you need a new patient packet, policy document, or symptom questionnaire before your appointment.
Getting started
New Patient InformationRegistrationOON Reimbursement GuidelinesGFPT Policy StandardsAttendance PolicyHIPAA: Summary of Privacy Notice
Questionnaires
Lower Extremity Pain Questionnaire (LEFS)Lower Back Pain Questionnaire (Oswestry)Neck Pain Questionnaire (NDI)Upper Extremity Pain Questionnaire (QuickDASH)
Ready when you are
Ready to start?
Schedule an evaluation and let the Great Falls Physical Therapy team help you choose the right path.