Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Trusted Pain Relief & Rehabilitation Center in Arlington
At NOVA Pain & Rehab Center, we are dedicated to relieving pain and restoring optimal health through a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach. Since 2005, our team has combined advanced chiropractic care, state-of-the-art physical therapy, and evidence-based medical services to address acute and chronic conditions. Our mission is to provide personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs, utilizing cutting-edge diagnostic technology and functional rehabilitation techniques. With expertise in sports injuries, work-related trauma, and musculoskeletal disorders, we emphasize active patient participation through customized exercise programs and ergonomic education.Our clinicians hold specialized certifications in Active Release Technique, dry needling, and functional capacity evaluations, ensuring comprehensive care for conditions ranging from migraines to post-accident recovery. By integrating nutritional counseling, weight management programs, and peptide therapy, we address both symptoms and underlying health factors. Our 20-year legacy in Northern Virginia reflects our commitment to ethical practice, continuous professional development, and achieving measurable outcomes that improve patients' quality of life.
Services
Physical Therapy
Chiropractic Care
Weight Loss Programs
Dry Needling
Active Release Technique
Functional Medicine
Sports Injury Rehabilitation
Ergonomic Assessments
Pain Management
Post-Accident Recovery
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We combine chiropractic, physical therapy, and medical services for comprehensive care
- Our team utilizes advanced diagnostic technology for precise treatment planning
- Personalized rehabilitation programs tailored to individual recovery goals
- Specialized certifications in Active Release Technique and functional evaluations
- Accepted by most major insurance providers for patient convenience
What people say
Excellent physical therapist
Impeccable care
Staff were great
Functional again
Outstanding physio
Services
Physical Therapy
Our physical therapy services focus on restoring mobility and reducing pain through evidence-based techniques. Certified therapists develop individualized treatment plans incorporating manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, and functional training. Patients benefit from specialized care for sports injuries, post-surgical recovery, and chronic conditions like plantar fasciitis and rotator cuff injuries.
Chiropractic Care
Doctor-led chiropractic treatments address musculoskeletal disorders through spinal adjustments and manual therapies. This service targets neck pain, back pain, and joint dysfunction while incorporating complementary techniques like dry needling and Active Release Technique for enhanced outcomes in injury recovery and performance optimization.
Weight Loss Programs
Our medically supervised weight loss programs combine nutritional counseling, lifestyle coaching, and peptide therapy. The GLP-1 medication protocol supports sustainable weight management through appetite regulation, complemented by personalized exercise plans and metabolic assessments for comprehensive health improvement.
Dry Needling
This advanced treatment targets muscle trigger points to alleviate pain and improve function. By inserting fine needles into affected tissues, dry needling promotes healing and reduces inflammation for conditions like tennis elbow, migraines, and sports-related muscle injuries while enhancing athletic performance.
Active Release Technique
ART specialists treat soft tissue injuries through precise manual manipulation of muscles, tendons, and nerves. This patented technique effectively resolves conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome and sciatica by breaking down scar tissue and restoring normal tissue mobility through targeted patient movements.
People
Dr. Erik Ward
Chiropractor
Doctor of Chiropractic with 25+ years experience, certified in Active Release Technique and Graston Technique. Former consultant for professional sports teams, specializing in sports injury rehabilitation and functional medicine.
Jeannie Koulizakis
Physical Therapist
Licensed physical therapist with expertise in sports rehabilitation and ergonomic assessments. Certified in functional capacity evaluations and Pilates-based rehabilitation, specializing in treating runners and triathletes with musculoskeletal injuries.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We specialize in treating neck/back pain, sports injuries, headaches, joint pain, and post-accident trauma using integrated chiropractic, physical therapy, and medical approaches.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we work with most major insurance providers. Contact our office for specific coverage verification and billing assistance.
Are treatments personalized?
Every patient receives a customized treatment plan based on comprehensive evaluation, combining chiropractic care, physical therapy, and functional medicine principles.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Northern Virginia and Washington, DC from our Arlington and Purcellville locations, with 20 years of community healthcare experience.
What are your clinic hours?
Arlington: Mon & Wed 3-8 PM, Fri 7-8 PM. Purcellville: Mon 9-1 PM, Tue & Thu 2-7 PM. Closed Tuesdays and Thursdays in Arlington.
Do you offer online ordering for weight loss programs?
Yes, our GLP-1 medication program includes online ordering with required medical forms and professional supervision for safe, effective weight management.
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Reviews (4)
Dana English Houston
Jun 13, 2020
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Dr Shawn is awesome! Karla is a master office manager and always takes care of any billing or scheduling issues. The office offers lots of solutions to any of your PT needs.
Susan Marshall
Jun 06, 2020
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As usual, I was in and out of my chiropractic visit with efficiency and attentiveness -- and I'm always impressed at how Dr. Ward introduces new techniques and technologies that up-level the quality of service. I've been a patient on and off for at least 5 years now, and wouldn't think of going anywhere else because of the friendly, easygoing and top-notch care offered at NOVA Pain & Rehab.
Lenore West
Feb 02, 2020
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The pain, rehab & physical therapy here is top notch. I have been to other places throughout the past ten years & Nova Pain & Rehab is by far the best yet. My before & after surgery plan & treatment was well managed and definitely helped my recovery from full-hip replacement surgery. The staff here listens & is very knowledgeable & professional. The front desk is very organized and responsive to needs & will try to help in any way they can. The chiropractors are awesome & make you feel like you matter & give good advise as well as excellent care. I Recommend Nova Pain and Rehab highly! 5+ stars
Kelly McDonald
Jan 14, 2020
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This practice helped me get rid of shoulder pain that I had had for years. They use a multi-modal approach, and they take advantage of the best therapeutic techniques - whatever works! They are quick to identify the source of pain, and will explain the mechanics of it to you. They recommend appropriate solutions, even if it's as simple as applying ice at home or changing out your office chair. Plus they're really nice people - they remember your name, they will work with your insurance company (or lawyer) as needed, and there are staff members fluent in at least Spanish and Farsi. They are really the best physical therapy practice I've seen - I just wish I had found them sooner!
