Aligned Orthopedic and Sports Therapy

Aligned Orthopedic and Sports Therapy AOST is a provider of outpatient orthopedic physical & hand therapy services!

🦵 Recover Smarter After Knee Replacement!Physical therapy is essential for a smooth recovery. At Aligned Orthopedic & Sp...
09/22/2025

🦵 Recover Smarter After Knee Replacement!

Physical therapy is essential for a smooth recovery. At Aligned Orthopedic & Sports Therapy, our therapists help by:

✅ Guided Strengthening Exercises: Target quads, hamstrings, and glutes to support your new knee.
✅ Range-of-Motion Training: Gentle stretches and movements to improve flexibility and prevent stiffness.
✅ Gait & Balance Coaching: Relearn safe walking patterns and regain confidence in your mobility.
✅ Manual Therapy & Swelling Management: Hands-on techniques to reduce pain and inflammation.

With personalized care, we help you get back to your daily activities—and even your favorite hobbies—faster and safer! 💪

For specific home therapies following knee replacement visit:https://alignedorthotherapy.com//wp-content/uploads/2022/09/TKA-HEP-AOST-Logo.pdf

Aligned Orthopedic & Sports Therapy
240-482-2438 / alignedorthotherapy.com

🏃‍♂️ Ever felt a sharp pain on the outside of your knee while running or cycling? That could be Iliotibial Band Syndrome...
09/17/2025

🏃‍♂️ Ever felt a sharp pain on the outside of your knee while running or cycling? That could be Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS).

👉 The Iliotibial Band (IT Band) is a thick band of tissue running along the outside of your thigh, connecting your hip to your shin. When it becomes tight or inflamed, it can rub against the knee joint—causing pain and limiting your performance.

💪 Physical Therapy can help by:
• Releasing tightness in the IT Band and surrounding muscles
•Correcting movement patterns that contribute to irritation
•Strengthening hips and glutes for better stability
•Guiding a safe return to activity

At Aligned Orthopedic & Sports Therapy, we help athletes move past ITBS and get back to doing what they love—pain free.

Aligned Orthopedic & Sports Therapy
240-482-2438 / alignedorthotherapy.com

Meet Dr. Saba Shapouri, PT, DPT—one of the skilled therapists treating patients in our Tysons office! 👋Saba’s journey in...
09/15/2025

Meet Dr. Saba Shapouri, PT, DPT—one of the skilled therapists treating patients in our Tysons office! 👋

Saba’s journey into physical therapy is an inspiring one. After a serious car accident left him with debilitating neck pain and numbness in his hands, three months of PT gave him his life back. That experience made such an impact that he left a decade-long career in management consulting to pursue physical therapy full time. 🙌

Today, Saba is passionate about helping patients overcome hip, shoulder, and back pain through a blend of patient education, manual therapy, and therapeutic exercise—empowering each person to get back to doing what they love.

When he’s not in the clinic, you’ll find him on the tennis court, in the gym, or talking all things food. 🍴🎾💪

We’re proud to have Saba on the Aligned team!

Aligned Orthopedic & Sports Therapy
240-482-2438 / alignedorthotherapy.com

🧠 Chin Tucks: Small Move, Big Impact!Struggling with anxiety, stress, and poor sleep caused by vagus nerve irritation? P...
09/10/2025

🧠 Chin Tucks: Small Move, Big Impact!

Struggling with anxiety, stress, and poor sleep caused by vagus nerve irritation? Poor posture and neck hump may be the culprit. A simple chin tuck—gently drawing your chin toward your neck—can help alleviate!

How it helps:

✅ Improves Posture: Corrects forward head posture that may compress nerves, including the vagus nerve.
✅ Reduces Neck Tension: Strengthens and stretches neck muscles to relieve pressure.
✅ May Ease Pain: Alleviates neck discomfort, indirectly supporting vagus nerve function.

⚠️ Tip: If you feel numbness, tingling, or severe pain, consult a physical therapist before continuing.
A few minutes a day could make a big difference for your neck—and your nervous system! 🙌

Aligned Orthopedic & Sports Therapy
240-482-2438 / alignedorthotherapy.com

🌟 Join us in welcoming Winifred “Winnie” Labule, PT, DPT, to our Rockville team! 🌟Winnie began her Physical Therapy jour...
09/08/2025

🌟 Join us in welcoming Winifred “Winnie” Labule, PT, DPT, to our Rockville team! 🌟

Winnie began her Physical Therapy journey in 1995 after earning her Bachelor’s Degree from Howard University. In 2021, she further advanced her expertise with a Doctor of Physical Therapy from Evidence In Motion (EIM) Institute of Health Professions.

With years of experience across hospitals, outpatient orthopedics, and skilled nursing homes, Winnie brings a wealth of knowledge—and a heart for helping others. 💙 Her goal? That everyone she encounters leaves feeling better than before.

We’re thrilled to have her at Aligned Orthopedic & Sports Therapy – Rockville. Welcome, Winnie! 🎉

Aligned Orthopedic & Sports Therapy
240-482-2438 / alignedorthotherapy.com

✨ Did you know your hip flexors might be the culprit behind your aches and pains? ✨If you’re dealing with:✔️ Low back pa...
09/03/2025

✨ Did you know your hip flexors might be the culprit behind your aches and pains? ✨

If you’re dealing with:
✔️ Low back pain
✔️ Anterior pelvic tilt
✔️ Pain in the front of your hip
✔️ Or hours of sitting at your desk…

…it’s time to show your hip flexors some love with regular stretching! 🙌 Tight hip flexors can throw off your posture, increase strain on your back, and limit your movement.

A few minutes of targeted stretching each day can go a long way in keeping your body balanced, mobile, and pain-free. 🧘‍♂️💪

Aligned Orthopedic & Sports Therapy
240-482-2438 / alignedorthotherapy.com

Recently, our team at Aligned Orthopedic & Sports Therapy hosted an advanced continuing education course through our Ort...
08/27/2025

Recently, our team at Aligned Orthopedic & Sports Therapy hosted an advanced continuing education course through our Orthopedic Residency program with Evidence in Motion! 🙌

The focus: thoracic and cervical techniques—helping our resident and clinicians refine their hands-on skills and expand their clinical expertise.

We’re proud to invest in meaningful learning experiences that elevate the level of care our patients receive. Huge thanks to our faculty and participants for an inspiring weekend of growth! 💪🩺

Aligned Orthopedic & Sports Therapy
240-482-2438 / alignedorthotherapy.com

👟 Thinking about starting a running routine? Whether you’re aiming to boost your fitness, clear your mind, or just try s...
08/25/2025

👟 Thinking about starting a running routine? Whether you’re aiming to boost your fitness, clear your mind, or just try something new, running can be a great way to get moving — but starting smart is key!

From choosing the right shoes to building up your endurance safely, we’ve put together some essential tips to help first-time runners hit the ground running 🏃‍♀️💨 — without risking injury.

Check out our latest blog for expert advice from the Aligned team:
https://alignedorthotherapy.com/lace-up-and-go-running-tips-for-first-timers/

Your journey starts with that first step — we’re here to keep you moving strong! 💪
https://alignedorthotherapy.com/lace-up-and-go-running-tips-for-first-timers/

Aligned Orthopedic & Sports Therapy
240-482-2438 / alignedorthotherapy.com

At Aligned Orthopedic & Sports Therapy, expertise matters — and over 35% of our team holds advanced board certifications...
08/20/2025

At Aligned Orthopedic & Sports Therapy, expertise matters — and over 35% of our team holds advanced board certifications in physical therapy. 🧠💪

That means you’re not just getting care — you’re getting care backed by the highest level of clinical excellence, advanced training, and proven results.

🎯 Trust your recovery to the specialists who go above and beyond.

📞 Book your appointment with our expert team today!

Aligned Orthopedic & Sports Therapy
240-482-2438 / alignedorthotherapy.com

Myth or Fact? 🧠“You need a doctor’s referral and an injury to see a physical therapist.”MYTH! ❌You can see a physical th...
08/18/2025

Myth or Fact? 🧠
“You need a doctor’s referral and an injury to see a physical therapist.”

MYTH! ❌
You can see a physical therapist without a referral — and without an injury. 🙌

At Aligned Orthopedic & Sports Therapy, we help you recover and prevent injuries before they happen. Whether you’re training hard, feeling off, or just want to move better — we’ve got your back (and knees, and shoulders)! 💪

📝 Note: While you don’t need a referral to book with us, your insurance may require one for coverage — otherwise, out-of-pocket payment may apply.

📅 Book a session today — no referral needed!

Aligned Orthopedic & Sports Therapy
240-482-2438 / alignedorthotherapy.com

📣 Welcome to the Team, Kyra Skurcenski, PT, DPT!We’re excited to introduce Kyra Skurcenski, PT, DPT, who’s now seeing pa...
08/13/2025

📣 Welcome to the Team, Kyra Skurcenski, PT, DPT!

We’re excited to introduce Kyra Skurcenski, PT, DPT, who’s now seeing patients at our JYI Main location and Beach Fitness - in Virginia Beach! 🌊💪

Originally from New York and raised in Mechanicsburg, PA, Kyra brings a well-rounded background in kinesiology, a love for sports, and a passion for helping others move and feel their best. ⚽🏃‍♀️

She earned her undergraduate degree from Gordon College (where she played soccer!) and completed her DPT at Slippery Rock University. Kyra first fell in love with Virginia Beach during her time in the VB Fellows program — and now she’s back for good!

In her free time, you’ll find her soaking up the sun at the beach, exploring local coffee shops, snapping photos, or playing pickup soccer and basketball.

👋 Drop a warm welcome to Kyra in the comments — we’re thrilled to have her on the Aligned team!

https://alignedorthotherapy.com/team/kyra-skurcenski/

Aligned Orthopedic & Sports Therapy
240-482-2438 / alignedorthotherapy.com

Thinking about or recovering from a shoulder joint replacement? 🦾 Here’s how physical therapy plays a vital role:👉 Befor...
08/11/2025

Thinking about or recovering from a shoulder joint replacement? 🦾

Here’s how physical therapy plays a vital role:

👉 Before surgery, PT helps strengthen surrounding muscles, improve mobility, and set you up for a smoother recovery.
👉 After surgery, PT is essential to restore range of motion, rebuild strength, and safely return to your daily activities.

At Aligned Orthopedic & Sports Therapy, we’ll guide you every step of the way — from prehab to full recovery. 💪

💬 Have questions about shoulder replacement rehab? We’re here to help!

Aligned Orthopedic & Sports Therapy
240-482-2438 / alignedorthotherapy.com

Address

10215 Fernwood Road, Suite 303
Bethesda, MD
20817

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+12404822438

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