Maryland Physical Therapy Done Differently.

Physical Therapy Clinics in Gaithersburg, Frederick, and Columbia.

Athletes | Runners | CrossFitters | Gym-goers | Pelvic Floor

Imagine Getting Out of Pain and Back to Doing What You Love.

Does this sound like you?

  • Finding it difficult to stay fit due to pain?

  • Worried an injury might keep you from activities you love, like working out and running?

  • Passionate about your sport but don’t want pain or injuries to hold you back?

  • Dealing with a chronic injury that hasn’t gone away?

  • Seen other providers without lasting relief from your pain?

  • Been advised to stop running or working out by a provider?

Our Process

We dig deeper than just the injury. At Alpha Project Phyzio, we’ll identify its root cause to resolve pain, improve movement quality, and enhance your form.

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Step 1: Your Initial Call

Book a Call With Our PT Clinic

Schedule your initial call with our team. During the call, our physical therapy team will ask you questions to determine how we can best help you and your unique situation.

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Step 2: Your Assessment

Schedule Your Assessment

During your 75-minute assessment, our physical therapy team will ask you questions to determine how we can best help you and your unique situation.

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Step 3: Your PT Plan

Develop & Execute a Plan

We create a personalized physical therapy plan and work with you one-on-one, equipping you with the knowledge and tools to get you back to doing what you love fast!

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We Take a Personalized Approach to Your Physical Therapy.

Injuries can be incredibly frustrating, leaving you feeling sidelined and unable to do the things you love. If pain or discomfort is preventing you from living your life how you want to, it’s time to work with a movement expert. 

At Alpha Project Phyzio, we solve these issues with a personalized approach and 1-on-1 care, helping you stay active without surgery or pain medication. Together, we will solve your symptoms, reach your fitness goals, and keep you pain-free.

Take The First Step Toward a Healthier You.

Whether you're an athlete or active adult, take the first step to a healthier, pain-free life. Contact our physical therapy clinic, with three locations in Gaithersburg, Frederick, and Columbia.

Why Alpha Project?

  • Dedicated one-on-one care with our full attention throughout the session.

  • Thorough evaluations and assessments to identify the root causes of injury.

  • Rehab and prevention plans personalized for you.

  • Our priority is to get back to feeling better and stronger than you were before.

  • Ongoing education to understand movement and empower patients in their recovery.

  • Your success means everything to us! We work together to keep you pain-free.

Our Services

Whether getting back in the CrossFit box, hitting a new snatch PR, or returning to the field/game, you deserve to be pain-free while doing it! Maybe you enjoy CrossFit, Weightlifting, or Powerlifting? Or are you a team sports athlete who plays soccer or lacrosse? Our physical therapists help Maryland-based athletes help you hit their performance peak.

From 5Ks to marathons to triathlons - the distance may vary, but the agony and frustration of limited mobility, injury, and pain are the same. As runners ourselves, we understand and are just as committed to getting you back to your peak performance as soon and safely as possible.

Whether your goal is running a marathon after having kids, getting back to the CrossFit gym, or walking to your car without leakage, physical therapy can help. Dr. Veronica will work with you to optimize your pelvic floor so you can do what you love without restrictions.

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“Nothing short of miracles worked here. Been running for 25 years, developed hip pain, was convinced I needed surgery if I wanted to continue running. Turns out, I didn't; I just needed Alpha Phyzio! If you're an athlete, if you're sidelined with an injury feeling sorry for yourself, do yourself a favor and visit these guys; you won't regret it.”

- Jasmine, Physical Therapy Patient at Alpha Project, (Gaitherburg MD Clinic)

Patient Success Stories

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"I was looking for a physical therapist that would not only get me running again but would help me because I keep getting injured. APP&P did detailed analysis of where I was weak and gave me exercises to strengthen those areas. If you’re a runner who keeps getting injured, I recommend booking with these guys and start fixing yourself for the long term. The best physical therapy advice I have received!!!"

Physical Therapy Customer (Gaithersburg Clinic)

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"Dr. Silver and the whole team at Alpha Project Phyzio provided a wonderful experience. From our first conversation, through the following weeks of rehab, they were first rate. They are a new component in my long term wellness plan. Job well done!"

Physical Therapy Customer (Frederick Clinic)

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"The progress I made with pelvic floor physical therapy was remarkable. Over time, my weak stream gradually improved, resulting in a stronger and more consistent flow. The urgency and frequency issues that used to dictate my daily routine are now significantly reduced. Moreover, the embarrassing problem of leakage has become a thing of the past, thanks to the APP&P’s targeted approach."

Physical Therapy Customer (Gaithersburg Clinic)

Meet Kirsten!

A runner with chronic knee and ankle issues, to running injury free.

Meet Liz!

A CrossFitter and new mom. From preparing to have a healthy pregnancy to getting back into working out postpartum.

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Our Mission

We are often told by medical practitioners to stop doing the things that we love. At Alpha Project Phyzio, we're on a mission to change that. Our physical therapy clinic wholeheartedly believes you should be active, workout and do the activities, without restrictions. We aim to deliver quality physical therapy in Gaithersburg, Columbia, and Frederick with 100% transparency so you will never face surprise bills months after your visits. You’ll always get one-on-one care throughout your entire visit, empowering you to take an active role in your health and well-being.

The choice is yours. 

We’ve helped over 1000 distance runners, CrossFit athletes, powerlifters, moms, fathers, lifters, soccer players, and athletes in Maryland regain their lives through physical therapy. Take the first step towards a healthier you and return to doing what you love!

We have three physical therapy clinics, located in and Gaithersburg, Columbia, and Frederick, MD.

Physical Therapy Locations

 

Gaithersburg Physical Therapy

 

Frederick Physical Therapy

 

Columbia Physical Therapy

Have Questions?

Our physical therapists are happy to help! Reach out to our clinic, here and we will respond as soon as we are able.

  • We treat a wide variety of pains:

    • Sciatica

    • Herniated discs

    • Pinched nerves

    • Back pain

    • Hip pain

    • Neck pain

    • Shoulder pain

    • Weightlifter’s shoulder

    • Shoulder impingement

    • Arm pain

    • Elbow pain

    • Wrist pain

    • Knee pain

    • Runner’s Knee

    • Calf pain

    • Ankle pain

    • Thigh pain

    • Plantar fasciitis

    • Shin pain

    • Jaw pain

    • Headaches

    • Sprains

    • Strains

    • Pre-surgery

    • Post-surgery

    • Rotator cuff

    • Meniscus

    • Arthritis

    • Labrum

    • Pain with weightlifting

    And more, if you’re wondering if we are the right fit for you, contact us and we will happily discuss how we can help you

  • Cash-based physical therapy means that we are out of network with all insurance companies and do not directly bill through insurance (thought you may be eligible for reimbursement directly from your insurance company). Our patients pay us directly each visit for their 1-on-1, personalized physical therapy session. This allows us to focus all of our attention on the patient and perform treatments to focus on patient goals without being dictated by insurance rules and regulations.

  • Insurance companies in the United States are continually cutting reimbursement rates for rehabilitation services and dictating how clinicians treat patients. With this decline in reimbursement, many clinics are forced to treat multiple patients in the hour (this means that therapists are seeing 4+ patients at the same time) and lower patient care standards in order to make ends meet. These clinics rotate patients in and use assistants and techs to complete treatments. Patients do not receive the individualized care they need, and are encouraged to go through exercises with little to no supervision. With a cash based practice, we are able to decide how we want to treat patients as we are not regulated by the insurance companies. This allows us to provide the highest quality care for our patients, while keeping them 1-on-1 with their doctor of physical therapy for the entire hour, every visit. This increase in quality results in our patients getting better, faster than traditional insurance based physical therapy. We typically see our patients only one time per week, saving you valuable time; meaning you aren’t leaving work early, commuting to and from the clinic, and spending an hour here 3 times each week.

    In short, we are out of network with insurance companies because it allows us to actually spend the time with you, 1 on 1, and to actually solve your problem. Our clients get better faster, receive better quality care, and will be given the time of day to solve their problem for good.

  • You can certainly use your out of network insurance benefits. You can also use your health savings account (HSA) or flex spending account (FSA). While we do collect our fees directly from our clients, we provide an itemized superbill to submit to his or her insurance company. By submitting your receipt, you may be able to recover a percentage of the cost you pay upfront (typically 60-80%) from your insurance company, depending on your "out of network" coverage.

  • Yes, we do. Please contact our staff HERE, or call (301)-337-8095 to schedule your appointment with our Gaithersburg, MD physical therapy clinic.