Back pain? We can help.
About Back Pain
Back pain is the most common reason people see a doctor or miss work. Acute back pain is short-term pain that lasts a few days or weeks while chronic back pain lasts 12 weeks or longer. Back pain is complex and can be caused by various conditions including muscle or ligament strains, muscle tension, and osteoporosis. Back pain is common across demographics but certain factors make individuals more likely to experience it including age, fitness level, weight gain, genetics, job-related factors, mental health, and smoking.
The Science
Physical therapy can help patients with back pain decrease pain, increase function, enhance mobility, and learn how to prevent future injuries.
A study published in Health Services Research found that low back pain patients who did physical therapy early on in their back pain progression had lower rates of opioid prescriptions, advanced imaging, and emergency department visits compared to patients who saw physical therapists later on or never. These patients also had lower hospitalization rates and out-of-pocket costs.
Physical therapy can help.
Initial evaluations (45 minutes): $100
Follow-up visits (30 minutes): $75
We currently don’t take insurance but we are happy to pull together a superbill that you can submit to insurance.
How it works
1. Schedule an initial visit using our website
2. See your physical therapist virtually
3. Schedule follow-up visits
Our benefits
Convenience
There’s no need to go to a physical therapy office—feel free to do your appointments from the comfort of your couch.
Experienced PTs
Our physical therapists are vetted for quality, experience, and ability to engage and empathize with patients.
Engaging curriculum
No more printed-out pages of exercises, we offer engaging videos on how to do the exercises that will help you bounce back from your condition.
Meet our physical therapists
Justine Williams Roper, PT DPT
Dr. Roper is a physical therapist with a passion for ensuring patients receive the best care and for expanding women's health physical therapy. Dr. Roper received her bachelor’s degree in health education from the University of Florida and her doctorate of physical therapy at Howard University. She is a trained pelvic floor specialist.
Janelle Gibson, PT DPT
Dr. Gibson is a physical therapist with extensive experience evaluating and treating a span of pelvic health diagnoses (all genders, trans-inclusive) as well as prenatal and postnatal fitness. Dr. Gibson received her bachelor’s degree in Biology from West Texas A&M University and her doctorate in physical therapy from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. She is a trained pelvic floor specialist.
Patient testimonials
Hear what patients have said about our amazing physical therapists!
“Dr. Roper is very knowledgeable and I like that she is truly concerned about her patients. She’s awesome!”
“Among the many healthcare providers I have seen, Janelle stands out as exceptional. Her passion for and expertise in treating women in the post-partum period is evident in her caring, sensitive, and professional approach.”
“Dr. Justine Williams is by far one of the best physical therapists I have worked with for a multitude of reasons.”
FAQs
How much does it cost?
Initial evaluations (45 minutes) are $100 and subsequent follow-up visits (30 minutes) are $75. We do not take insurance but we are happy to put together a superbill for you upon request ([email protected]). If you’d like to meet with a licensed physical therapist to learn more about virtual PT, you can also make an appointment for free initial consult (15 minutes).
Do I need a referral?
No, most states, including Virginia, are direct access states and you are able to see a physical therapist without a referral from your doctor for up to 30 days. If you would like us to reach out to your provider on your behalf for a referral at that point, please send us an email at [email protected]!
Sources: Mayo Clinic, Health Services Research