Jackie is a devoted Physical Therapist and Yoga Instructor. She has a unique skill set, which integrates Yoga, Pilates, Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation, Dry Needling, Manual Therapy, Biomechanical Evaluation and Home Exercise Programs to create more symmetrical movement patterns for her patients. Because she is an out-of-network practitioner, not dictated by insurance companies, you can expect 100% of her attention.
She works with each patient to help them better understand their own body's. Don't let pain dictate your life, take control by contacting Dr. Richards. Jackie has many different options for you if you are interested in yoga. She has online and in person scheduled group classes. You can also get a private class with her or schedule a small group class with friends, family, or colleagues.
She works with each patient to help them better understand their own body's. Don't let pain dictate your life, take control by contacting Dr. Richards. Jackie has many different options for you if you are interested in yoga. She has online and in person scheduled group classes. You can also get a private class with her or schedule a small group class with friends, family, or colleagues.
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Jackie graduated with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from University of St. Augustine in 2011. She started the path to physical therapy at Appalachian State University where she earned her major in Athletic Training and minor in Exercise Science.
After graduation from her undergraduate studies she moved to Washington, DC to become a personal trainer for a health and conditioning club where she found an interest for living and promoting a holistic and well-balanced lifestyle.As a physical therapist, Dr. Richards has a passion for biomechanical analysis, especially relating to running, yoga, and various recreational activities.
After graduation from her undergraduate studies she moved to Washington, DC to become a personal trainer for a health and conditioning club where she found an interest for living and promoting a holistic and well-balanced lifestyle.As a physical therapist, Dr. Richards has a passion for biomechanical analysis, especially relating to running, yoga, and various recreational activities.
Dr. Richards has a strong manual therapy background and a keen understanding of body mechanics. This helps her to see and treat the body's movements at a joint and myofascial level. Some of her main exercise prescriptions come from her Yoga and Pilates training as well as Postural Restoration Institute, which focuses on the diaphragm's role for our bodies movements.
Do you suffer from pain that traditional physical therapy has not been able to treat? Have you had pain that doctors can't explain and have just recommended a "bandaid" approach of treatment with orthotics, medication, or corticosteroid shots? If so, this is where you should be. Dr. Richards tailors her physical therapy session to meet the individual's needs and help her patients get back to their regular routines and what they love.
Dr. Richards will discuss your history and work with you to determine which exercises/stretches are best fit for you. From there she will review and ensure that you have good compliance to what she has prescribed. She is diligent to work with your personal needs and is proficient at creating individualized care even through a virtual atmosphere.
There are many aspects to the human body that contribute to health and wellness. Yoga incorporates all 12 systems of the human body to find a balanced state called homeostasis. Through learning asanas (poses), pranayamas (breathing techniques), and meditation you will adapt a heightened sense of self and well being.
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