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Body Wellness - Washington DC

Body Wellness

Physical therapy, pilates, and workplace solutions to keep you moving

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  • About
    • Our Philosophy
    • Stephanie Coleman
    • Jennifer Dabbs
    • Lauren Trosch
  • Services
    • Physical Therapy
    • Pilates for Rehabilitation
    • Ergonomic Solutions
    • Pelvic Health
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  • About
    • Our Philosophy
    • Stephanie Coleman
    • Jennifer Dabbs
    • Lauren Trosch
  • Services
    • Physical Therapy
    • Pilates for Rehabilitation
    • Ergonomic Solutions
    • Pelvic Health
  • FAQs
  • Contact
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Orthopedic Physical Therapy

A physical therapy practice with focused expertise in

orthopedic physical therapy
pilates for rehabilitation
office ergonomic solutions
pelvic health

what our clients say

Stephanie Coleman, Physical Therapist

“I went through 4 different PTs by the time I came to Body Wellness. I had almost given up trying to find a PT who could treat my chronic condition, but after my first visit, I knew I had found the right place for me. Stephanie is very thorough and treats her patients as people, not numbers. She helped me understand my condition better and reduce my overall pain level – no other PT I saw was ever able to do this. I am grateful for her care and how much it has helped me with everyday tasks and my overall quality of life.”

— GG

Jennifer Dabbs, Physical Therapist

“I have scoliosis, arthritis, three smashed discs, I’ve seen a dozen PTs. Put simply, their results were minor or short term, Jen Dabbs gave me back my life as I knew it five years ago. I’m now active, pain free and my spine is almost straight! Jen’s skills, approach and results are unequaled and unique in critical ways: she devotes the entire hour, hands on, to ONLY you; she has a broader scope of knowledge and skills; she treats the abdominal and pelvic areas (crucial for spine issues but rarely done in the US), she does dry needling in MANY ways. My spine specialist won’t recommend anyone else, with good reason.”

— GM

Lauren Trosch, Physical Therapist

“Before meeting with Lauren, I was having trouble finding the courage and the ability to face the issues I was experiencing with intercourse. But through our appointments, I was given an incredibly supportive setting to work through my issues, both mentally and physically. She was able to provide a safe space that I was entirely lacking in my life. Her care helped me realize that I can be strong and overcome the problems I was facing. Thanks to her, my husband and I are taking steps to try to expand our family. I am so grateful for her help and I am not sure I could have gotten to this point without her.”

— KP

Stephanie Coleman and Jennifer Dabbs of Body Wellness

At Body Wellness, we strive to provide the individualized program you need to get you back to doing the things you love. Our practice is different in that we always evaluate the whole individual – not just a body part.

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“Should I be sitting on a yoga ball?” We get this question frequently. The short answer is no. Sadly, it is very unlikely this will magically fix the pain you have a while working. While it can be helpful to change up seating surfaces throughout the day, our muscles can fatigue quickly without support and this can result in even more discomfort!  So what SHOULD you do? 🌟MOVE MORE🌟  Getting up, ideally every 30-45 minutes, even for a short period can help your muscles (and your brain!) with some different neuromuscular input and increased blood flow.  What are you waiting for??? Get moving 😁

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Sunshine + anatomy models = beauty

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When the dreaded “virtual learning” returns and your office has been hijacked by your offspring, you must improvise. Don’t forget about your posture in your DIY setup!! #ergonomics #diyoffice #posture #workfromhome #virtuallearning

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How long have you been staring at that screen??? Too long I’m guessing. Get up! Move! Take a dance break. Walk around the block. C’mon….you know you want to. All that work will still be waiting when you get back. #takeabreak #worklifebalance #movementismedicine #smallchangesmakeabigdifference

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Neck feeling the stress of a post holiday Monday? We’ve got you covered!  These two simple neck stretches are great for those of us who *may* end up with our shoulders touching our ears after a little while at the computer ( you know  who you are!!!). Start with one hand gently resting on top of head (#1). Keeping your chin tucked back, let your ear bend towards your shoulder with your hand providing gentle overpressure (#2). Hold for 30 seconds.  Go back to your start position (#1) and then let your head tilt down and to the side as if you’re looking towards your armpit (#3). Hold for 30 seconds. Now, repeat on the other side and don’t forget to breathe!  #neckpain #stretchbreak #movemore #smallchangesmakeabigdifference

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Does this resemble you at your desk?? 😳 Sit back, drop those shoulders, and move away from the computer screen. This is common when we get stressed, or we are having trouble seeing our screens. There are easy fixes for both! Try zooming your screen a little to see if this helps, and if you haven’t been to the eye doc in awhile- there’s no time like the present! As for stress-#takeabreak is the mantra over here. Even a short one can help decrease anxiety and reset your brain and posture! #gooutside #breathe #posture

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Neck feeling tight? Try this quick stretch to loosen that SUPER tight muscle on the top of your shoulder. Place your hand gently on the top of your head and let your head fall to the side.  Be careful not to let your shoulder rise up, or your chin jut forward. Hold for 3-5 breaths, then repeat on the other side. Then- feel better! #neckpain #treatyourself #stretchbreak

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Having back or neck pain? Not sure if your home office setup is up to par? My friend and I can help with that #posture #ergonomics #physicaltherapy #lowbackpain #neckpain

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I knew there was a reason I kept all of those textbooks from PT school. How’s your work setup looking? What tips and tricks are your favorites? #ergonomics #diylaptopstand #posture #situpstraight #smallchangesmakeabigdifference

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Thinking of posture shouldn’t stop when you leave your desk. Our ever more mobile lives have us all using tablets and phones for many hours each day. We even have new diagnoses popping up like “Tech Neck” and “Texting Thumb” 😳. Trying to maintain your healthy posture with your phone and tablet is a ✳️MUST✳️. Try propping your device up in front of you rather than holding it to decrease strain on your hands, arms, and shoulders. Bonus if you can make things closer to eye level- your spine should not be a “C”! #posture #ergonomics #mobileoffice #physicaltherapy #smallchangesmakeabigdifference

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Don’t discount the value of small movement breaks throughout your day! Moving your body even a little is so helpful for preventing those aches and pains we feel when we are immobile for too long. Not to mention it’s a good way to wake yourself up when your body is crashing. Don’t forget to get the family involved- kids need to take breaks too! #getmoving #takeastretchbreak #smallchangesmakeabigdifference

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Your journey to taking better care of yourself can start ANYWHERE and ANYTIME. It may look like drinking more water, making healthier food choices, or getting up from your work station and stretching. Remember that #smallchangesmakeabigdifference!  Get up and #breathe , #stretch  and refill that water glass! #selfcare #rollingintotheweekend #dontforgettobreathe #ergonomics
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Body Wellness Washington DC Physical Therapy

202-681-2699
contact@bodywellnessdc.com
1555 Connecticut Avenue NW
Suite 200 West
Washington DC 20036
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