Top Physical therapists in Washington, United States

I highly recommend Alice as a PT. She was excellent in helping me recover from my neck injury. She identified stretches and exercises to help me address my pain and nerve issues. She is also caring, easy to talk to, and took the time to listen to my concerns and address my questions.

I came in to receive help with a hamstring injury that had not been getting better over a four month rest period and thank goodness I was in the hands of Alice Aehl. Highly intelligent and versatile in her treatment methodologies she helped isolate the area of pain and laid out a detailed plan to get me back on track to my running ways. Through her treatment, my leg was feeling stronger and stronger each week to the point that the pain had subsided and I was on a path to running again. I would highly recommend Alice to anyone in need of physical therapy treatment!

I've never had any known issues with my body movement and also wasn't injured - but through years of moving my body in certain ways I developed Sciatica & Disc Issues. I have been lost & confused for a year and a half trying to figure out my new reality - and previously didn't have any luck with another PT back in Chicago.

When it flared up again this summer my PCP encouraged me to re-try PT, and I'm glad I found Capitol PT! I've been coming to Capitol PT for about 3 months now to see Dr. Kaitlyn and she has been an angel in disguise of human form.

She does an amazing job of creating a safe space to discuss what's going on with my body and helping educate me for what my body needs to keep me optimistic about my future. In the short time I've been going, I've been able to better equip myself with the unique movements my body needs to minimize pain while also work on getting stronger again! I'm excited to continue my journey with her.

I also need to mention that the front desk staff here is also amazing - they always greet me with a bubbly smile and always work with my schedule to try and find what I need! They really care - and unfortunately that is a rare thing we face as patients sometimes!

Kat was so kind, knowledgeable and helpful. I cannot say how appreciative I am to her and this practice. They take the time to speak to you and really treat you like a person and care about your well being. Highly highly recommend.

They are friendly and efficient, but I wouldn't go back. My PT gave me 15 minutes of individual attention per session (out of a 45-60 minute total session). He once had me do a whole set of new exercises and when I told him I was in pain afterwards he admitted that he may have mistaken me with someone else. I was also mistakenly overbilled by $300, which they quickly corrected when I contacted their billing office. Be careful with these guys.

I’ve been going to see Dr. Subha for a few years now to treat TMJ and she’s helped me tremendously. At the start I had jaw locking, clicking and pain that was causing migraines. Her expertise helped me overcome the serious problems that TMJ was causing and live pain-free for the first time in several years. Not to mention she’s kind and very caring.

It is extremely difficult to find qualified people to treat TMJ and so for anyone in the DMV area looking for a proven expert to treat their pain, look no further than Dr. Subha!

Ask for Kira Davis… everyone in the practice seems great, but Kira is on a whole other level ❤️💙🤍

Was looking for a clinic for my ankle injury and I didn’t get in for an appointment because they are pretty booked - not surprised I heard great things! Even so the receptionist did answer all my insurance questions and even reached back out when there was an opening. I ended up going somewhere else but thanks anyways for being so helpful! They are very knowledgeable!

Cannot recommend enough. Laura is thoughtful, thorough, and a delight to work with. I was able to learn how to manage neck pain issues that had been bothering me for more than 5 years.

I have used Laura several times and she has helped me great deal! She knows so much about the body , joints and muscles ! Don't keep wasting time visiting PT people or CHIROPRACTORS . She may be able to help you with one session!!!

Subha is hands down the best physical therapist I have ever seen and also very likely in DC. She is kind and smart, works with the latest evidence-based approaches, uses a variety of techniques including dry needling, manipulation of the body, and exercises. She is willing to be responsive to the patient's needs and feedback and also has good referrals to other specialists if needed. I highly recommend her. I've been going to her for nearly 2 years now to try to get back into shape and working order from hip, knee, and foot issues... almost there!

Similar to another poster, I found the reception to be unprofessional and abrupt when I was referred to this practice. I am looking elsewhere since this the first impression is definitely my last. This is disappointing as it appears based on other reviews that the physical therapists may provide a healing experience for PT needs.However, healing starts from beginning to end and this office needs to educate and train staff on how to properly consult and speak with new clients.

I recently had a reoccurrence of an old Achilles tendon injury that left me hobbling. In addition, at the same time, my wife was recovering from a full left knee replacement which would require extensive PT, once she had sufficiently healed to begin PT. Star arranged to schedule our PT sessions at basically the same time, which was a great convenience.

Our experience with the staff physical therapists was outstanding. I was principally assigned to Kyra ("Kiki") who was extremely professional and knowledgable and gradually increased the difficulty of the exercises which has advanced my ultimate recovery significantly. When Kyra was not available, I was taken care of by Kirsten (sp?) and James and there was no falloff in professionalism. Marty's physical therapist was principally Aeysha (sp?), who was also, both extremely professional and patient with Marty in light of the seriousness of her operation.

It was important to my wife and me that we achieve a level of ability to enable us to drive to Florida where we would be spending the winter. Based on the efforts of our physical therapists, we were able to do so.
Two other benefits: (1) because of our physical therapists' good humor and conviviality, we actually looked forward to going to PT. They were friendly, funny and engaging while at the same time extremely professional; and (2) for me, I could observe the remarkable strides my wife, Marty, made from major surgery. At the beginning, she was naturally tentative. By the end, because of the evident strides she had made, it was hard to know that she had had such major surgery so recently. Marty and I give Sports Therapy our highest recommendation. Dan Toomey and Marty Rogers.

Pure sports has been amazing for my post-ankle surgery rehabilitation journey.

The responsiveness and tailored approach has been been exceptional. Under the guidance of Purvi, I have regained optimal functionality within a mere four months.

The investment has unquestionably been worthwhile, and having explored various DC PT spots, I can confidently say pure sports is a premier choice for personalized, one-on-one care.

I have nothing but positive things to say about my experience at NRH. The staff is friendly, and working with Audrey has been wonderful. I’m making regular progress in my recovery from surgery, and I actually look forward to my PT sessions. Audrey is extremely knowledgeable and seems to know just how far to push to make sure I’m getting stronger each week.

Dr Mannering treated my locked knee that I tried to sort out by myself by visiting youtube doctors but failed miserably. In addition to helping me sort my knee, she helped me discover the root cause of my locked knee, showed me the exercise routines to do and continue to do to make sure the joint pain does not happen again. If you are looking for to have sustainable resolve for your joint pains then Dr. Mannering is the real deal. Did I also mention that she focuses on the non-invasive techniques?

Staff and facilities are top notch. The real star is Subha, had terrible biceps and pectoral tendonitis after a rib injury. Couldn’t set it straight for years - Subha quickly diagnosed it and treated it effectively. She’s amazing. Also, she’s surprisingly incredibly strong and can easily work and maneuver through thick muscle or tight muscle. Back to full strength and lifting/hockey thanks to Subha!

M. Morgan is a great O.T. she takes the time to listen to and answer questions you may have about your therapy, also will show illustrations if needed to give you a better understanding, she has really helped me. Also receptionist at the front desk are welcoming. I would recommend this office on K street.

I 've seen a number of physical therapists at this location, and the quality of their care is very good. Meredith, in particular, is outstanding. She is warm and encouraging with her patients, highly knowledgeable, listens well, and works very hard to heal their orthopedic issues.

I highly recommend this facility. Despite the long wait to get my initial appointment, it has been so worth it. My PT, Vuong Tran, has been fantastic: caring, enthusiastic, knowledgeable, attentive. Today we assessed my one-month progress, and he was truly happy about the progress. He is also funny, which makes me look forward to my 7:30am visits!

I found this an excellent place - great people who know what they're talking about and can really help! I was discouraged before I started there, but everyone on the team who helped me - first Stephanie, then Raquel and then Meredith - were super-friendly, positive and encouraging, and helped me to achieve way better results than I expected. Totally recommend!

Kyra, Jamie, and the rest of the team at STAR are wonderful. They helped me navigate a bothersome neck issue and equipped me to handle it going forward. Instead of keeping a forever client, they actively worked to “graduate” me from their facility. That is their vision of success. I am grateful to the entire team for helping me when I needed it- and for being encouraging and friendly throughout the process.

Laura Mannering was amazing. She first talked extensively with me about the neck and upper back pains I had been experiencing for 3+ weeks when I met with her. She then gave me a set of exercises which she walked me through at her office. After 1 day of doing the exercises at home, my discomfort had decreased by 25%. By the following week, I felt completely normal again and was 100% free of pain, pain which previously had been almost intolerable. I am still completely pain-free 4 weeks later. If I could give her more than 5 stars I would!

Laura is insightful, experienced and patient. For appointments, she is punctual and provides complete focus on her client. She took the time to listen, and ask the right questions. She explained my issue, walked through my treatment plan and followed up on my progress. Laura has great energy! I will refer Laura to friends/collogues, and will only use her for PT needs going forward.

After 4 previous spinal fusion surgeries, I chose home recovery and out patient physical therapy. This time (#5 and #6, a more complicated spinal surgery) I went from Washington Hospital Center directly to National Rehabilitation Hospital to jump start my recovery. The medical care and intensive occupational and physical therapy were 5 STAR. I stayed for 10 days and went home with a “return to independent living” attitude and a master list of home exercises to do daily. NRH inpatient care is well worth the time and cost!

What matters to me is that I gained 55 degrees of flexibility (I may not be saying this correctly). I am credit Madison with almost all of this. I came from a bad experiment: my former therapist said it was time to stop, even though my wrist and hand were stiff. My doctor gave me an order for further therapy. I was depressed and discouraged and skeptical when I came to Madison. But this was a different experience. She was professional but kind and she paid attention to my wrist. Nothing perfunctory as previously. She helped me immensely. I am glad I was dismissed by the previous therapist because I believe she was much better and far more concerned and conscientious. As you can see, I am grateful.

Raquel, Stephanie and Meredith literally got me back on my right foot after suffering with a fractured right foot for two months. They were attentive and supported me every step of the way. Let's not forget the Front Desk staff. They are awesome and help keep me on track with my appointments and were very accommodating given they handle a tight schedule for all patients. You all ROCK!

I have been working with Lucia for several months on a frozen shoulder and a hip issue and she is a marvel. I used to go to hospital PT after hip replacement or other issues because l thought all PT was the same everywhere and hated going downtown, but two people raved over STAR Sports Therapy so much l gave it a try when l was diagnosed with the above, and was blown away at how thorough and good they are. They really take their time and explain what is going on and why they are having me do at home exercises, and how to do them, which motivates me. I am thrilled with how fast l am seeing results. And actually enjoy going for my sessions.

Laura was extremely professional, thorough, and patient. I especially appreciated how she explained everything, including her diagnostic process. She also provided clear benchmarks for measuring my improvement, and realistic expectations for my recovery. Highly recommend!

I had a great experience getting PT at NRH on K street, and couldn’t recommend this team more! I walked in with a recommendation for PT after an MRI, only two weeks before moving out of the city, hoping to get at least some help before I move away. Even though the practice was all booked up for months, they took my number at the reception and called me back later when other patients cancelled and were able to fit me in on the same day. My physical therapist Meredith was absolutely wonderful! She is so easy to talk to and very knowledgeable. After a thorough exam on my first visit, she quickly got me started with dry needling and an exercise routine, and with every visit I learned more about how to improve my pain. What is even more amazing is that she adjusted her schedule and was able to fit me in for a total of four visits in the two weeks that I had, even on a day when she had to catch a flight later. This is exceptional care and dedication that is much appreciated. I recommend this team with all my heart, you are in good hands at NRH on K street.

Maha was great! Very thorough and thoughtful during my visit. Always leave these appointments feeling better and with helpful information on how to incorporate stretches into my daily life.

After unsuccessful results for back, shoulder, and arm pain through conventional physical therapy, which worsened the pain, and then chiropractic, which only gave one-day relief per session, my spouse suggest trying Laura Mannering. It took a few appointments, but through a pretty systematic program of assessments, she was able to diagnose the actual underlying problem. The movements, essentially guided stretches, cured the problem in pretty short order once i had applied them. Pain-free now for nine months. And I know what moves to do when I feel a little tweaky. Forever grateful!

I’ve been going to STAR for my post-Achilles surgery PT for about 6 months now and they’re the best! Doing rehab sucks, but they do their best to make it as enjoyable as possible. Aysha is awesome and she comes up with new exercises for me to do when I’m there and at home. I’m almost back to running, so it’s cool to see how much I’ve progressed and how close I’m getting to being back to normal. I think they did a good job of pushing me enough to where it was a challenge, but I was never in any pain. They never gave me too much to where I couldn’t handle it. And they met me where I was at (since I didn’t come to them immediately post surgery with me being in Houston all summer). Highly recommend STAR for DC PT!

Plus they give you free water.

I saw Dr. M for treatment of my neck/shoulder area and immediately felt relief of discomfort and tension in the area with improvement continuing into the next day. Whether it was physical manipulation, dry needling, kinesiology taping, education, or tailored exercises to perform on my own, she was very knowledgeable, compassionate, and the type of caring provider you would refer to all of your friends and family! Very grateful to have found her for all of my aches and pains and to guide me into better health! Thank you!!!

I highly recommend Physio DC. I recently recovered well after a couple injuries while working with Jahan at Physio DC. He is fantastic: he asks great questions, does a thorough assessment, is interested in understanding individual health goals, provides great suggestions for strength exercises, and provides great advice on how to maintain a positive attitude while healing. I am so lucky I got to work with Jahan.

Subha is a fantastic physical therapist. It’s clear that she actually cares about her patients. Subha goes above and beyond to help her patients get better and continues her own education to be up to date on new treatments. Unlike some other PTs I’ve been to, she’s very involved and hands on for stretches/exercises, and is extremely knowledgeable about the body and how injuries impact other parts of the body. I would absolutely recommend Subha. She accepted my insurance and her office did a verification to help me understand my financial responsibility.

I have been seeing Dr. Maha Whetsell regularly over the past six months. She has been for me a trusted and valuable source of support for treating my pelvic floor problems. Although it is difficult for me to list all the life-changing details that I have learned from her, three big merits of her approach stand out . First, she has shown me how to breathe, and how to direct my breathing to improve my posture. Second, she has helped me to acquire a better understanding of my movements, in order to avoid further damage to my pelvic floor. Third, she has given me confidence in my ability to resume a more active lifestyle, by gradually rebuilding strength. I appreciate and endorse Dr. Whetsell's professional, medical and relationship skills.

I have been to many physical therapists in the past but chose Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation after I had a complete anatomical shoulder replacement about a year ago. I could not be more pleased with the consistently excellent care I received! At various points during the year, I worked with each of the physical therapists there. I can honestly say that they are all excellent professionals who excel at their profession. Their dedication to developing patient-specific therapies, along with their attentive care in managing my recovery, left me feeling completely at ease in their hands and confident I had made the best choice. I would highly recommend any of the physical therapists there to help in your rehabilitation needs!

I have been to many physiotherapists over the years but without doubt Purvi at Pure Sports Physical Thereapy is the best. She is a wonderful practitioner and has made such a difference to my wellbeing. She is the queen of shoulders and backs. I can’t recommend her highly enough. If anything hurts she’s the person to make it better. She’s super flexible on timings and always responds quickly to appointment requests. Emma Washington DC

I love the hands-on, one-on-one approach. I lived in Spain most of my life, and my physical therapists would use needles all the time. It turned out to be a very effective way of improving my back aches. I went to see Purvi because of a sprained ankle, and I am very happy with my choice.

She also submits the claims to my insurance company which saves me a lot of time.

I am happy to recommend her.

I have been seeing Kyra at STAR for help with shoulder pain. She has been great. She is very personable and extremely knowledgeable. Kyra is very attentive to how my range of motion and strength are changing and is adept at altering her focus to address the problem that is most pressing at the moment.

She conveys her expertise in a clear manner and prescribes exercises designed specifically to maximize the chances that I will actually do the exercises.

I have seen numerous physical therapists over the years. She is by far the best I have ever worked with. The staff members are all friendly and welcoming.

This is an incredible facility with great staff.

In June 2022 I had a scooter accident: I had a broken arm and a dislocated wrist. Two weeks after removing my cast, I was ordered to start physical therapy. I found STAR through acquaintances and soon as I got in, I was seen and given a plan.

My physical therapist Aisha started working on my arm right away and the results started to kick right in.

From not being able to use my left arm to being able to do push-ups again was a matter of a few months.

The staff is great, nice but don’t be deceived: they will work with you right away and give you a plan to put you back on your feet.

I highly recommend them. I trusted them for my recovery and I am sure you can trust them as well.

Laura is amazing! With a doctorate in "traditional" PT and trained in and now practicing the McKenzie method, she is a real expert. She helped me with shoulder pain and lower back pain, and I felt improvement starting from the very first session. I have a long history of lower back and shoulder pain, and I'm used to getting a standard prescription go go to PT 2-s times a week for a month, with usually little results, so Laura's approach using the McKenzie method was a revelation. I saw improvement in shorter time and much less time in-office, than in any of my past PT experiences. She explains everything well, and fits the treatment to the problem, tweaking based on results. Highly recommend!

Lucia does such a great job working with me on my various issues and takes the time to patiently answer my questions. Everything is clearly explained which helps me to know more about my injuries and how to manage them. Even when I'm not nursing an injury, it's helpful to see her to work on exercises to prevent paina and soreness and to keep me active.

Subha Nagasubramanian has been amazing helping me heal from two major orthopedic surgeries. Every time I come for a session, she is able to make even the smallest adjustment that makes the biggest difference in my gait and getting my independence back. She listens to all my concerns and gives me helpful solutions. I have gone to physical therapy many times throughout my life and have never had someone as knowledgeable and precise as Subha. After a lifetime of pain, it can me hard to not get discouraged, but Subha always lends an ear and gives really beneficial encouragement and perspective. I am really grateful I chose Capitol PT for physical therapy and I highly recommend them to anyone!

I had the pleasure of working with Maha Whetsell after my knee surgery (torn meniscus). Maha was amazing to work with. Maha was attentive, graceful and patient with me. She was clear with her instruction, gentle with guiding me through the exercises, and persistent about my success. I was not a fan of physical therapy, but Maha was able to help me heal my knee. As a result of Maha’s services, I did not need a second surgery. Overall, my experience with Maha was great. I have referred multiple clients, who loved her services.

What a wonderful place to come and healthy yourself no matter you condition. Mya takes her time to make sure you're comfortable and thats so helpful

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Purvi managed my rehab following rotator cuff surgery. I chose her for the rehab after I learned that my shoulder surgeon went to her for his own physical therapy. Selecting Purvi turned out to be a great choice. When we started, I could not lift my arm 90 degrees. Now, after months of rehab with Purvi, I have full range of motion and am able to play golf again—which was one my objectives. Aside from her very capable technical skills, Purvi is personable and has an excellent bedside manner. It was a joy to work with her. I heartily recommend her to anyone needing physical therapy.

I have been seeing Purvi over a year for shoulder rotator cuff recovery. She is probably the best PT i have ever worked with. Very attentive and responsive and she is very experienced in dry-needle therapy which is a life saver. Highly recommend her!

Purvi is an outstanding physical therapist! She has helped me recover from various injuries over the years. Her technique, knowledge, personality and professionalism are all great. Would highly recommend.

I cannot stress enough how great the therapists at PhysioDC are! Dan was especially awesome and I highly recommend him and the rest of his team to anyone in need of physical therapy. They genuinely care about getting you back on your feet / in the swing of things (depending on your injury!) in a safe yet efficient manner. Do yourself a favor and go here!

They get you in for your appointment within 5-10 minutes if arriving. The therapists here are very friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive to the patients. The facility has decent space. Based on my 2 visits this far, there are usually anywhere from 4-7 patients in at once, but I never feel like it's cramped or crowded.

I've been working with this practice for over 3 years, and every time I injure myself they are there to fix me up! All of them are top physical therapy professionals who know their stuff, care about you and will get you back on your game again. They take the time to listen and to explain - they each have their specialties but I would fully trust any of them. The office administration is well run, location is convenient - they are the best!