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Your Trusted Physical Therapy Partner in Arlington
Arlington Physical Therapy has been dedicated to improving community health for 15 years through specialized orthopedic, sports, and spine rehabilitation services. Our team of licensed physical therapists combines advanced clinical expertise with personalized care to address musculoskeletal conditions and movement disorders. We prioritize patient education and functional recovery, offering evidence-based treatments including manual therapy, dry needling, and post-surgical rehabilitation. Our direct access program empowers patients to seek treatment without physician referrals, streamlining care delivery.

With flexible scheduling and a focus on holistic wellness, we help individuals of all ages regain mobility and achieve long-term health goals. Our commitment to quality care is reflected in our patient-centered approach and continuous investment in professional development. We maintain strong partnerships with local healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive treatment coordination when needed.
Services
Physical Therapy Sports Injury Rehab Post Surgical Rehab Shoulder Pain Treatment TMJ Therapy Spine Rehabilitation Dry Needling Manual Therapy Personal Training Cold Laser Therapy
Details
  • Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
  • 15 years of specialized orthopedic rehabilitation experience
  • Licensed therapists with advanced manual therapy certifications
  • Direct access program eliminating physician referral requirements
  • Personalized treatment plans with evidence-based methodologies
  • Flexible scheduling including before/after work hours
What people say
Pain is gone Great staff Improved mobility Professional expertise Personalized attention
Services
Physical Therapy
Our comprehensive physical therapy services address musculoskeletal conditions through personalized treatment plans. Using evidence-based techniques like manual therapy and therapeutic exercises, we help patients recover from injuries, manage chronic pain, and improve mobility. Each program combines active treatments like spinal stabilization with passive therapies such as cold laser and heat application to optimize recovery outcomes.
Sports Injury Rehab
Specialized sports injury rehabilitation focuses on restoring athletic performance after common injuries like ligament tears and repetitive stress conditions. Our therapists develop sport-specific recovery programs incorporating strength training, flexibility exercises, and movement pattern analysis to prevent re-injury. Treatment includes postoperative care for surgical repairs and non-invasive management of acute sports-related trauma.
Post Surgical Rehab
Structured post-surgical rehabilitation programs accelerate recovery following orthopedic procedures. Our progressive treatment plans address tissue healing, mobility restoration, and strength rebuilding through customized exercise regimens. Therapists monitor healing stages to appropriately adjust interventions from initial pain management to advanced functional training for complete recovery.
Shoulder Pain Treatment
Targeted shoulder pain management addresses conditions like rotator cuff injuries and frozen shoulder through comprehensive evaluation and treatment. Our approach combines range-of-motion exercises, manual mobilization techniques, and posture correction strategies to restore shoulder function. Treatment includes both conservative management of chronic conditions and postoperative rehabilitation for surgical repairs.
TMJ Therapy
Specialized TMJ disorder treatment focuses on alleviating jaw pain and dysfunction through non-invasive physical therapy techniques. Our therapists employ manual therapy, muscle retraining exercises, and postural education to address temporomandibular joint dysfunction. Treatment plans target both immediate pain relief and long-term correction of movement patterns contributing to TMJ symptoms.
People
Matt Connell
Owner/Director
With over 15 years leading Arlington Physical Therapy, Matt Connell combines clinical expertise with operational leadership to maintain high-quality patient care standards. His hands-on approach ensures treatment programs align with current best practices while maintaining personalized attention to patient needs.
Dr. Brendan Bradley
Physical Therapist
Dr. Brendan Bradley brings advanced manual therapy certifications and orthopedic expertise to complex patient cases, specializing in spinal manipulation and dry needling techniques for musculoskeletal conditions. His postgraduate training enhances our capacity to treat challenging orthopedic and sports medicine conditions.
Dr. Leigh Kauker
Physical Therapist
Dr. Leigh Kauker specializes in comprehensive musculoskeletal evaluations and treatment planning, focusing on evidence-based interventions for shoulder and knee injuries through both conservative management and postoperative rehabilitation.
Dr. Kristel Quon
Physical Therapist
Dr. Kristel Quon applies her orthopedic clinical specialist certification to develop targeted rehabilitation programs for complex joint and soft tissue conditions, emphasizing functional restoration and injury prevention strategies.
Austin Gwaltney
Physical Therapist
Austin Gwaltney provides patient-centered care focusing on movement pattern analysis and corrective exercise prescription to address both acute injuries and chronic musculoskeletal conditions through individualized treatment approaches.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat orthopedic injuries, sports-related conditions, post-surgical rehabilitation needs, TMJ disorders, and chronic pain conditions affecting shoulders, knees, hips, and spines.
Do you accept insurance?
We work with major insurance providers and have dedicated staff to help verify coverage details and maximize benefits for physical therapy services.
Can I schedule appointments after work hours?
Yes, we offer flexible scheduling including before and after traditional work hours to accommodate patient availability.
What is direct access physical therapy?
Tennessee law allows licensed physical therapists to evaluate and treat patients without physician referrals through our direct access program.
How long are therapy sessions?
Initial evaluations last 60-90 minutes, with follow-up sessions typically 45-60 minutes depending on individual treatment requirements.
Do you offer home exercise programs?
Yes, we develop customized home exercise plans that complement in-clinic treatments to accelerate recovery and prevent future injuries.
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