# Great Falls Physical Therapy — Extended Reference > Full site reference for LLMs. Summary index: https://greatfallspt.com/llms.txt ## Canonical Site - Website: https://greatfallspt.com/ - Phone: 703-349-1030 - Email: info@greatfallspt.com - Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM - Author: Great Falls Physical Therapy (PT-owned, doctor-led practice founded 2018) ## Locations ### Village Centre - Address: 766 Walker Road, Suite B, Great Falls, VA 22066 - Focus: Hand therapy, balance and gait training, long-term and healthy aging care, pediatric care, neurologic physical therapy ### Colvin Run / Great Falls Movement Center - Address: 10135 Colvin Run Rd, Suite 100, Great Falls, VA 22066 - Focus: Orthopedic manual therapy, recovery, and sport performance rehabilitation ## Care Model Great Falls Physical Therapy provides one patient per therapist per hour. Appointments are private, individualized, and directly with a Doctor of Physical Therapy. The practice is out of network so treatment plans can be based on clinical judgment, best current evidence, and patient goals instead of shortened in-network visit structures. Key differentiators: - One patient, one therapist, full hour every visit - Doctor-led care (DPT evaluates and treats at every session) - Out-of-network model with benefits verification and claim submission on your behalf - Access to your provider between sessions by phone or email ## Services (Detailed) ### Orthopedic Manual Therapy Hands-on manual therapy and skilled exercise for pain, injury, post-surgical recovery, and movement limitations. ### Maintenance Programs Ongoing wellness or sport-specific exercise support after formal physical therapy ends. ### Return to Sport Program Sport-specific exercise and mechanics training to help athletes return to play without re-injury. ### Hand Therapy Rehabilitation for acute and chronic hand injuries, hand surgery recovery, pain, stiffness, and upper extremity function. ### Neurologic Physical Therapy Therapy targeting balance, coordination, neurologic function, and daily task performance. ### Pediatric Physical Therapy Play- and skill-based therapy for ages 2-21 addressing strength, coordination, mobility, and participation. ### Ergonomic Assessment Home workstation and business ergonomic assessment to improve posture, mechanics, and workday comfort. ### Sport-Specific Screenings Functional assessment and sport-specific movement screening for injury prevention and performance. ### Group Workshops Community wellness, education, prevention, and movement workshops hosted by Great Falls Physical Therapy. ## Common Conditions Treated Pre/post-operative conditions, chronic pain, tendinitis and tendinopathy, ankle sprain, arthritis, neck and back pain, disc herniation and degenerative disc disease, fractures, knee pain, hip pain, labral tears, headaches, plantar fasciitis, rotator cuff strain or tear, spinal stenosis, ACL tear, TMJ and jaw pain, tennis elbow, golfer's elbow, frozen shoulder, and scoliosis. ## Techniques Used Soft tissue mobilization, myofascial release, dry needling, stabilization and core training, balance and fall prevention training, posture training, motor learning theory, joint mobilization, neuromuscular re-education, sport-specific training and injury prevention, PNF, stretching, strain-counterstrain, therapeutic exercises and activities, electrical stimulation, moist heat and cryotherapy, running analysis, TPI assessment. ## Insurance and Payment Great Falls Physical Therapy is out of network with all insurance companies including Medicare. Payment is due at time of service. The team verifies insurance coverage and provides an estimate of out-of-pocket costs before the initial evaluation. Claims are billed and submitted on your behalf; after meeting your deductible, reimbursement is sent to you directly. Health savings accounts may be used for payment. ## First Visit — What to Expect 1. **Evaluation** — History, movement, symptoms, goals, and functional needs. 2. **Treatment Plan** — Hands-on treatment, movement retraining, exercise progression, education, and a clear home plan. 3. **Progress Beyond the Clinic** — Partner with your therapist for stronger movement and confidence after therapy. ### How to Prepare - Wear comfortable clothing you can move in - Arrive about 10 minutes early if paperwork is pending - Bring insurance information and any required referral - Share symptoms, prior care, and goals ## FAQ Summaries **Do you take insurance?** Out-of-network provider; works with most insurers as non-participating. Benefits verified before first evaluation. **Do I need a referral?** Virginia Direct Access allows most patients without referral; Medicare requires MD referral. **What does out-of-network mean?** GFPT has not contracted at a negotiated rate, enabling one-on-one full-hour care. **What should I wear?** Comfortable clothing you can move in. **How early should I arrive?** About 10 minutes early if completing paperwork. **When might a child need pediatric PT?** Gross motor delays, weakness, balance concerns, frequent falls, tight muscles, pain, or poor endurance. ## Team Overview Founder: **Dr. Mary Jean Stack**, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS — owner and founder, Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist. Clinical team includes Doctors of Physical Therapy: - Dr. Jaison Alderman — spine, TMJ, manual therapy, dry needling - Dr. Alesa Deter — athletes, strength sports, return to performance - Dr. Ryan Kessler — orthopedic and sport performance rehab - Dr. JJ Kfoury — injury prevention and sport performance - Dr. Sarah Bellman — running analysis, dry needling, pediatric and adult rehab - Additional clinicians on staff Full profiles: https://greatfallspt.com/team ## Key Pages - [Home](https://greatfallspt.com/): One-on-one doctor-led PT in Great Falls, VA - [About](https://greatfallspt.com/about): Practice story, community partnerships, locations - [Team](https://greatfallspt.com/team): Clinicians and support staff - [Services](https://greatfallspt.com/services): Full service list, insurance, FAQ, first visit - [Events](https://greatfallspt.com/events): Workshops, screenings, community programs - [Movement Center](https://greatfallspt.com/movement-center): Colvin Run recovery and performance - [Contact](https://greatfallspt.com/contact): Appointments, phone, locations ## Events Community workshops, screenings, wellness events, injury prevention programs, and educational programs. Example: 3rd Annual Yoga on the Green, June 17, 2026, 10:00-11:00 AM at The Village Centre. ## Medical Disclaimer Website content does not replace care from healthcare professionals and is not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Contact Great Falls Physical Therapy directly for appointment and care questions.