Frequently Asked Questions

I use Google Meet. You will receive an email and a link to connect.  

I try to keep it at around 4-6 video visits. It, of course, depends on your condition. Better compliance with the home program usually leads to less visits. In between video visits, I do 10-min phone call check ups.

For the first 4 weeks, I do one 45-60 minute video visit per week and one 10 minute phone call check up visit per week. The purpose of the phone call visit is to assess the effects of the home routine and to provide adjustments or progressions. After 4 weeks, frequency of visits depends on the condition. Many times the frequency of video visits drops. Phone call visits are no cost. I also encourage emailing me at any time between visits, even on the weekends, for questions or concerns.

Doctor's referral are not required. If you are under the care of a physician for this condition, I may need to obtain a script. This can be a simple as taking a photo of the referral and sending it to me through email. I may contact your physician if needed. 

I specialize in low back, neck, hip and shoulder pain. Common diagnoses I provide treatment for include:

• Disc Bulge/Herniation
• Stenosis/Degenerative Disc or Joint Disease
• ​Sciatica
• ​Piriformis Syndrome
• ​Hip & Shoulder Bursitis
• ​Hip & Shoulder Labral Tears
• ​Rotator Cuff Tears
• ​Shoulder Impingement
• ​Adhesive Capsulitis (Frozen Shoulder)
• ​Plantar Fasciitis
• ​Some Post-Op (no sooner than 6 weeks)
• Muscle Strains of the ​Shoulder, Hip, Neck or Low Back 
• Ligament Sprains of the ​Shoulder, Hip, Neck or Low Back 
• ​​Arthritis of the ​Shoulder, Hip, Neck or Low Back 
• ​Pinched Nerves
• ​Non-Specific Low Back Pain

I am not taking patients with knee injuries, elbow injuries, hand/wrist injuries at this time. 

It absolutely can be. In fact, there are some advantages: I requires problem solving in how to teach you all the tools you need to manage your condition, this gives you independence over managing your condition. Also, I have the ability to do ergonomic assessments of your home or work stations which can be crucial for improvement. On the other hand, in-person care does have value. At times, equipment or hands-on care by a skilled professional cannot be substituted. If we find your condition requires this, I will tap into my network of providers across the country to find you someone in-person who will provide your adequate care. 

I am not in network with insurance, therefore I do not submit claims, please see why in the Services page. I collect a flat fee at the time of service. HSA's and FSA's are welcome! You can still use your insurance by submitting claims for reimbursement. I will provide you all codes required. If you plan to submit for reimbursement, I recommend checking with your insurance company first, unfortunately some do deny the reimbursement and I want you to have full transparency when it comes to costs. 

Yes.  MDT Scientific Literature. 

I need your compliance and commitment to treatment instructions. I will prescribe you treatment, much like a physician prescribes you medication. If not taken adequately, optimal results shouldn't be expected.

I provide Mechanical Wellness services to any one not physically located in Virginia or West Virginia. Please see the Services page for more information.