Business Details
20 Years
experience
Expert Physical Therapy Services in Salem, VA
Advanced Physical Therapy Of VA has been dedicated to delivering high-quality healthcare since 2006. Our mission centers on enhancing patients' quality of life through respectful, dignified care tailored to address acute, sub-acute, and chronic pain or dysfunction. Our clinical approach combines thorough patient examination with therapeutic modalities, exercise, and evidence-based procedures to maximize functional independence. We prioritize ethical behavior, continuous education, and collaboration with physicians to ensure comprehensive care. Our team of licensed physical therapists brings decades of combined experience in orthopedics, sports medicine, vestibular therapy, and chronic pain management. We serve pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations, offering personalized treatment plans for conditions ranging from sports injuries to neurological disorders.Our commitment to innovation drives us to adopt advanced techniques like fascial manipulation, dry needling, and pain neuroscience education. Located in Salem, VA, we serve the Roanoke Valley and surrounding regions, maintaining extended hours to accommodate patient needs. Our facility emphasizes a safe, comfortable environment where patients receive one-on-one care from compassionate professionals. Recognized for excellence by local physicians and patients alike, we remain focused on improving community health through prevention, rehabilitation, and patient education.
Services
Orthopedic Injuries
Sports Injuries
Vestibular Disorders
Chronic Pain Management
Neurological Rehabilitation
Balance Training
Running Injury Treatment
TMJ Dysfunction
Work Injury Rehabilitation
Pain Neuroscience Education
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We employ licensed therapists with decades of combined experience in outpatient physical therapy.
- Our team maintains advanced certifications in fascial manipulation, vestibular rehabilitation, and dry needling.
- We offer personalized one-on-one treatment sessions for optimal patient outcomes.
- Our facility implements evidence-based practices validated by peer-reviewed research.
- We maintain strong partnerships with local physicians for coordinated patient care.
What people say
Ethical, quality physical therapy
Second to none professionalism
Exceptional physical therapy group
Feeling like a new person
Positive end result
Services
Orthopedic Injuries
Our orthopedic physical therapy specializes in treating injuries affecting bones, joints, ligaments, and tendons. We develop customized rehabilitation programs for pre- and post-surgical patients as well as those with chronic conditions like arthritis. Our evidence-based approach combines manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, and modalities to restore mobility, reduce pain, and prevent future injuries through biomechanical analysis and corrective training.
Vestibular Disorders
Specialized treatment for dizziness, vertigo, and balance issues caused by inner ear dysfunction. Our certified vestibular rehabilitation therapists use targeted exercises and maneuvers to improve gaze stability, balance, and spatial orientation. Treatment protocols address conditions like BPPV, Meniere's disease, and post-concussion syndrome through individualized programs that include habituation exercises and functional retraining.
Sports Injuries
Comprehensive care for sports-related injuries including sprains, strains, and overuse conditions. Our sports-certified therapists conduct biomechanical assessments to identify movement imbalances and develop sport-specific rehabilitation programs. Treatment incorporates performance training, agility drills, and injury prevention strategies to safely return athletes to competition while reducing re-injury risk through evidence-based recovery protocols.
Chronic Pain Management
Multidisciplinary approach to managing persistent pain conditions like fibromyalgia and complex regional pain syndrome. Our therapists utilize pain neuroscience education to reframe pain perception combined with graded motor imagery and desensitization techniques. Treatment plans integrate therapeutic exercises, stress management strategies, and functional restoration to improve daily living capabilities and quality of life for chronic pain sufferers.
Neurological Rehabilitation
Specialized rehabilitation for neurological conditions including stroke, Parkinson's disease, and multiple sclerosis. Our therapists employ neuroplasticity-based interventions to improve motor function, balance, and coordination. Treatment incorporates task-specific training, gait retraining with assistive devices, and adaptive strategies to enhance independence in daily activities for patients with acquired neurological impairments.
People
Remco Schreuders
Co-owner, Physical Therapist
With over two decades of experience, Remco Schreuders specializes in manual therapy and sports rehabilitation. A University of Virginia graduate, he brings expertise in vestibular disorders and running injuries to our practice while maintaining active involvement in patient care.
Tom Ellexson
Co-owner, Physical Therapist
Tom Ellexson has dedicated his career to outpatient orthopedics since joining the practice in 2006. His specialization in foot/ankle rehabilitation and fascial manipulation techniques contributes significantly to our comprehensive treatment approach for musculoskeletal conditions.
Andrea Legault
Physical Therapist
Andrea Legault provides expert care in orthopedic and geriatric physical therapy. With advanced training from Mayo Clinic and CRAFTA, she specializes in TMJ dysfunction and dance medicine while maintaining a patient-centered approach to rehabilitation.
Jennifer Urbanek
Physical Therapist
Dr. Urbanek brings her expertise in sports medicine and vestibular rehabilitation to our team. Her doctorate in physical therapy and focus on pain neuroscience education enhances our treatment options for athletes and chronic pain patients.
Jessica Rider
Physical Therapist
Jessica Rider combines her sports science background with advanced vestibular certification to treat complex balance disorders. Her holistic approach integrates running biomechanics analysis and personalized rehabilitation strategies for optimal patient outcomes.
Questions
What types of conditions do you treat?
We treat orthopedic injuries, sports-related conditions, vestibular disorders, chronic pain, neurological impairments, TMJ dysfunction, and balance deficits using evidence-based physical therapy techniques.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept most major insurance plans including Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay options. Contact our office for specific verification of your coverage benefits.
What should I wear to appointments?
Wear comfortable clothing that allows access to the treatment area. Athletic shoes are recommended for patients undergoing balance or gait training sessions.
How long are therapy sessions?
Initial evaluations last 60-90 minutes. Subsequent treatment sessions typically range from 45-60 minutes depending on individual treatment plans and patient needs.
Do I need a referral?
Virginia law allows direct access to physical therapy for 30 days. However, some insurance plans may require physician referrals for coverage verification purposes.
What makes your clinic different?
Our board-certified therapists provide one-on-one care using advanced techniques like dry needling and fascial manipulation, combined with personalized treatment plans developed through comprehensive patient assessments.
