Spinal Rehabilitation

Central to the rehabilitation program is the evaluation and development of muscular strength, stability, and endurance of all the soft tissues that support the vertebrae. We incorporate MedX^® technology to isolate and treat weak links in the spine that contribute to back, body, and neck pain. Our specialty in spine care has been designed for patients who have not responded well to other types of intervention. We also offer a full spectrum of the traditional modalities to treat acute and chronic pain.

Pain Management

Our approach to chronic neck and back pain is a patient proactive treatment that encompasses muscular strengthening and stability and includes a home and self-care program.

Osteoporosis Prevention

PPT is the only physical therapy clinic in the Washington, D.C. metro area offering a comprehensive exercise program for the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis. Research focusing on exercise has found that bone mass can be significantly increased by focusing on a strength training program that uses a heavier weight, low repetition routine. Read more about the PPT Osteoporosis Program.

Arthritis/Joint Rehabilitation

Where appropriate we employ traditional exercise based programs that are supplemented by MedX^® therapy depending on the patient's diagnosis and proscribed treatment. For our general strengthening protocols, we follow the guidelines of the American College of Sports Medicine.

Continuing Therapy Through Fitness

The PPT fitness program, Continuing Therapy Through Fitness, is geared towards those who are ending physical therapy, have had physical therapy in the past, or have special physical/medical conditions, including but not limited to: arthritis, diabetes, obesity, fibromyalgia, joint replacements, muscle injuries, ligament reconstruction, back or extremities issues, orthopedic surgeries, flexibility and balance problems. Read more about the PPT Fitness Difference.