We know you want to be 100% operational as soon as possible. Our blog offers an inside look at personal training, physical therapy, sports injuries, and athletic conditioning. Browse our posts to learn more about our methods.
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SPARK's Approach to BJJ PhysiotherapyBrazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) is a fun and challenging way to improve your confidence, your health, and become an overall stronger grappler. But BJJ athletes are not immune to performance-related pain and injury.
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Baseball Physical Therapy - SPARK's ApproachOur approach to working with the area’s top baseball talent is grounded in a few major areas that make us the most effective and sought after baseball/softball sports medicine specialists in the DMV.
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Most Common Injury Baseball Players ExperienceBaseball is a high-speed, high-impact, power game. Did you know that throwing a baseball at a high level has enough distractive force to LITERALLY remove your throwing arm from your body?
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How Baseball Physical Therapy Can Improve Your GameA Virginia sports physical therapist explains how our baseball PT services can benefit players before they suffer common game-day injuries.
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The PT Minute: Why would I go out-of-network when I can use my co-pay?You think you should go to a physical therapist that is in your insurance network, but they might not provide the best care. Learn about what we offer here.
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The Secret to Becoming a Better AerialistAerialists, dancers, gymnasts, and acrobats can benefit from working with a SPARK physical therapist who understands the demands of their discipline.
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What Exactly is SPAVING?When you take the time to work with a preventative care specialist, not only can you avoid injury, but you will also have quick access to treatment if you need it.
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Cash Based vs Insurance Based Physical Therapy ServicesYou might have insurance coverage for physical therapy, but does it allow you to see the best professionals in your area? When you go cash-based, you make the choice.
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The PT Minute: What is Direct Access?Direct access is the ability to schedule an appointment with a physical therapist without a referral from a primary care doctor, allowing you to heal faster.
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The PT Minute: Why does a Combine Matter?A sports combine is an assessment of physical abi that can help your physical therapist target your weaknesses to improve your athletic performance.
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The PT Minute: How much money can I expect to be reimbursed from my insurance provider?Even though we are not an in-network clinic for insurance providers, our patients still get back an average of 70% of the cost of treatment from their insurers.
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It’s Not a Sprint….It’s a (Half) Marathon: Part 2We check in on Kristen's progress as she trains to run a half-marathon. We discuss goal-setting and PT support as important parts of any training program.
