3 Best Physical Therapists in Washington, DC

“Jesse Lewis is a coach and believes in movement and exercise. Lewis’s therapies contain a strategic variety of education, exercise, manual therapy, and dry needling. He holds advanced certifications in both physical therapy and strength and conditioning. He offers customized plans with both a rehabilitation and performance approach. Jesse Lewis is the founder of District Performance & Physio. They offer free 20-minute phone consultations with physical therapy experts. They offer support to people with nervousness or skepticism regarding physical therapy. They offer virtual physical therapy assessments. The team provides personalized, one-on-one care.”

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“Josh Ripp completed his undergraduate and doctorate physical therapy programs at St. Louis University. He specializes in treating sports injuries, general orthopedics, and joint replacements. He has had the opportunity to treat patients of all ages, including high school, college, and professional athletes. He obtained a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist degree from the National Strength and Conditioning Association in 2020. He practices at Therapydia DC. They offer personalized, one-on-one treatments for unique body and individual goals. Their physical therapists are highly experienced in various physical therapy and wellness treatments. They offer hands-on manual therapy using the latest technology and techniques.”

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“Kelly Leininger completed her B.S. in Rehabilitation Science at the University of Pittsburgh and earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2005. She holds certifications as a strength and conditioning specialist from the National Strength and Conditioning Association and became certified in Trigger Point Dry Needling in 2011. She has extensive experience treating patients' conditions ranging from adolescents to geriatrics, including high school, college, recreational, and professional athletes. Kelly emphasizes an evidence-based approach combining manual therapy techniques with functional retraining to return patients to optimal functioning. She is currently practicing at Washington Wellness Physical Therapy and SportsCare. Their licensed physical therapist provides comprehensive, individual, and goal-oriented treatment, emphasizing biomechanical evaluations, manual techniques, and active patient participation. They offer a One-hour evaluation and Home exercise program.”

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