The initial evaluation will take place in a private setting between you and your provider, typically 60-75+ minute duration. This one-on-one time will provide a unique opportunity to voice your concerns, understand your past medical history and discuss your goals for treatment. After our initial conversation, we will screen for orthopedic and biomechanical factors contributing to your symptoms including posture, strength, balance and a functional movement screen. If necessary and with your complete consent, there may be an internal pelvic evaluation to determine any drivers of pelvic pain, weakness, or incoordination of the muscles causing imbalances in your pelvic floor. However, if you would like to refrain from internal work, there are still several options to improve your condition. At the end of the evaluation, we will discuss your plan of care and determine together a treatment plan that works for you to reach your goals.

Here are some of the pelvic floor conditions we treat:

• Diastasis recti

• Constipation

• Bladder Dysfunction

• Incontinence (fecal, stress, urinary, mixed)

• Pelvic Organ Prolapse

• Uterine and Round Ligament Pain

• Pregnancy-related musculoskeletal disorders

• Vaginismus

• Vulvodynia

• Sexual Pain

• Sacroiliac joint dysfunction

• Pubic Symphysis Dysfunction

Here are some of the orthopedic conditions we treat:

• Post-operative surgical conditions (Total Hip Replacement, Total Knee Replacement, Meniscal Repairs, Shoulder Rotator Cuff Repairs)

• Foot and Ankle Pain (Plantar Fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis)

• Knee Pain (meniscal, arthritis, tendonitis)

• Sports Injuries (Runner’s Knee)

• Back and Hip Pain (Sciatica, herniated/bulging discs, FAI, tendonitis, bursitis)

• Neck Pain (discogenic, impingement, cervical radiculopathy, headaches)

• Shoulder Pain (impingement, rotator cuff strains/tears, post-operative repairs)

• Sacroiliac and Pubic Dysfunction (Pregnancy and Postpartum conditions)

Yes, there are no contraindications to continue with your session during your period. However, if you experience symptoms that feel make you feel uncomfortable, please communicate prior to your session to see what options are available to reschedule your session.

At least 24-hour notice for cancellation is required in order to best serve patients waiting for an appointment. If you do not comply with our cancellation policy, this will result in being charged the full amount of your scheduled visit.

District PT is an out-of-network provider. Payment is expected on or before the day of service and can be completed through your patient portal. Failure to pay may result in a late fee charge. You may request a superbill after each session to submit to your insurance company for reimbursement, based on your individual plan. Please contact your insurance company to ask about your out of network benefits. We are not Medicare or Medicaid providers.

As a direct access provider, we can start your care without a physician/health care provider’s referral. If you are receiving mobile services in Virginia, we still have direct access to treat without a physician’s referral but please contact us directly to explain additional requirements if seeing your provider consecutively for more than 60 days.

Yes! We provide telehealth for in-state and out-of-state clients. We us a HIPAA compliant platform and can book directly online. Please let us know if you have any questions.

We are licensed in DC, VA and MD and please contact us to see if we service your specific location.

Yes! We are here to support you. Dr. Sandhu has three kids of her own and fully understands the juggle! If you give us a heads up, we’ll even have a pack and play and toys set out for your little one.

As soon as possible! Patients may receive clearance from their provider to participate in physical therapy approximately 4-6 weeks after delivery. However, the gap between delivery and the next office visit can leave patients feeling uncertain and alone in their recovery. As direct access providers, we offer services from the first day of your recovery and provide support and guidance as you heal. If you are uncertain how to move safely after your emergency c-section or concerned about pelvic pain during your first week postpartum, please do not hesitate to email us or ask about our services. We will also work as a team with your provider to ensure you are supported.