Our physical therapists and personal trainers at MovementX are not just passionate providers, they are content experts. Below we share a variety of content to help you move and live your best!
About MovementX
The ‘Ins and Outs’ of In-Network vs. Out-of-Network Physical Therapy
Insurance can be complicated. We're here to make it simple. Payment for healthcare services could not be more confusing. To understand insurance, it feels like you have to learn an entirely new language. Not to mention, most healthcare bills are entirely unpredictable. At MovementX, our goal [...]
Keeping You Safe from COVID at Physical Therapy
What we know about COVID-19 It's no doubt that COVID-19 has greatly affected our local and global communities. It is apparent that the effects of COVID-19 are widespread and that individuals can report a variety of symptoms, with an unpredictable severity of illness. Making matters worse, we now [...]
How do MovementX Physical Therapists Treat?
With all the various types of therapies that exist to treat pain and injury in today’s world, it can be difficult to know exactly what you are getting when you see a physical therapist. At MovementX, we place the highest priority on individualized, evidence based care that is both [...]
Persistent and Chronic Pain
Manual Therapy for Ehlers Danlos Syndrome and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder
Physical therapy can be very beneficial in helping patients with hEDS and HSD manage their symptoms and improve function. One of the ways that physical therapists can help those suffering from chronic pain and joint instability is through a variety of manual therapy techniques. Physical therapists with knowledge [...]
How can physical therapy help with hEDS?
Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS) is a congenital connective tissue disorder that often results in chronically painful and unstable joints. Physical therapy plays a critical role in pain management and injury prevention. Since the joints of someone with hEDS are unstable and often quite painful, seeing a physical therapist [...]
What is Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders (HSD)?
At MovementX, our providers are experienced in working with patients with chronic pain conditions. Two such conditions that our physical therapists treat frequently are Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders (HSD). What is Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome? EDS is a group of genetic disorders that affects [...]
Running
New to Running? Here’s How to Get Started
Why should I start running? In the midst of the pandemic, many are experiencing increased stress, difficulty sleeping, trouble concentrating, and changes in mood. Over the past several years, we have gained a better understanding of the impact of exercise on the brain and on [...]
The Aging Adult
4 Exercise Myths for Older Adults
We can all agree that movement becomes more challenging over time. Toddlers and young children seem like they can play for hours on end, teenagers and young adults are in the prime of their sports careers, and those in middle adulthood may pick up a favorite yoga or [...]
Predict Your Longevity with This Evidence-Based Challenge
The ability to sit down and rise from the floor without using your hands is positively related to longevity (Brito, et al., 2012). In an article by the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, a team of researchers has shown that the floor to stand test is [...]
FOOSH! Here Is How You Can Prevent a Fall
FOOSH “F.O.O.S.H.” is a fun word to say, but it actually stands for a “Fall On an Outstretched Hand.” When a loss of balance occurs, it is a normal response to reach out towards a stabilizing surface to try and catch yourself. However, the impact through the upper [...]
Shoulder Pain
The Secret to Perfect Posture
We have a secret to share with you about posture. It’s the most proven, most effective, most coveted treatment for neck pain and low back pain. Ready for it? Movement. It really is that easy. Our bodies were designed to bend, twist, stand, run, [...]
Shoulder Pain Prevention & Treatment
Shoulder pain treatment options vary widely and can be confusing without a medical degree to help interpret your options. Shoulder pain affects most everyone in their lifetime and can range from minor soreness to debilitating pain. While extremely common, shoulder pain can be easily prevented with lifestyle modification [...]
Dizziness + Neurological Conditions
I’m dizzy again, what do I do now?
We’re all familiar with the benefits of physical therapy after surgery, when recovering from a sports injury, or when helping you gain the mobility and strength to get down on the floor to play with your grandkids. But have you ever considered seeing your Physical Therapist [...]
Meet the Authors
Dr. Dave Smith is a physical therapist in Northern Virginia and Washington, DC. He is a member of the MovementX family and teaches a course in medical imaging for the physical therapist. Dr. Smith is certified in dry needling and specializes in management of orthopedic conditions with a focus on manual therapy. He is passionate about treating under-served patient populations, providing education about how pain and how the body recovers, and working with patients to achieve their movement goals!
Dr. Keaton Ray is a physical therapist in Portland, Oregon and co-founder/COO of MovementX. She is a Board Certified Specialist in Orthopedics, a spinal specialist, and a certified strength and conditioning coach. She loves treating patients of all ages with a variety of goals; from learning to walk again, recovering from surgery, or training for a marathon. Most notably, she loves using strength training and manual therapy to aid in performance enhancement!
Dr. Fred Gilbert is an orthopedic physical therapist in Arlington, Virginia. He believes in a healthcare world beyond clinic walls and beyond the restraints of insurance. He provides customized care tailored to your interests. As a residency-trained orthopedic physical therapist Dr. Fred has years of experience empowering clients to adopt the movement mindset. Movement is the gateway to how we experience life – and when we move well the sky’s the limit.
Dr. Josh D’Angelo is a geriatric and orthopedic physical therapist in Arlington, Virginia. He is passionate about the role physical therapy can play in solving some of healthcare’s biggest challenges. Josh uses his hands, hearts, and words to guide patients through the healing process. Josh’s love of utilizing movement to improve health and quality of life fuels his efforts every day. Fun fact, Josh is also CEO of MovementX!
Meredith Black is a registered nurse, a personal trainer, and most importantly, a wellness advocate in Arlington, Virginia. She graduated from Virginia Tech in 2007 with a BS in Psychology, and went on to graduate from VCU in 2011 with a BS in Nursing. With her passion for health and wellness flourishing, she went on to get certified through American Council on Exercise (ACE) to practice Personal Training, Sports Nutrition, and Functional Training.
Dr. Ashley Baker is a physical therapist in Portland, Oregon who specializes in the treatment of patients with Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder (hEDS). She strongly believes in the “biopsychosocial” approach, assessing not only the biological implications of injury but the psychological and social aspects and their complex interactions upon health and recovery.
