The Athlete's Physical Therapist RVA

06/19/2026

It’s been a long week…

Afternoon caffeine was absolutely necessary, and there’s just something about a cold brew on a hot day that hits differently. ☀️🧊☕

A few minutes to sit, sip, and recharge before jumping back into the chaos.

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06/06/2026

Most of the time, you’ll see me using a pistoning dry needling technique because it’s quick, targeted, and often helps create strong twitch responses.

But in this session, I chose static dry needling instead.

Why?

✔️ It’s often a better option for sensitive or irritated tissues
✔️ It allows me to treat multiple muscles at the same time
✔️ It provides a longer, consistent input to help calm the nervous system
✔️ It can be very effective when an athlete needs relief without the intensity of repeated needle movement

The truth is, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach.

Different athletes. Different injuries. Different goals.

Choosing the right technique is about more than just inserting a needle…it’s about understanding the athlete in front of you and using clinical reasoning to select the best treatment for their specific needs🥇

Have you ever tried dry needling? Let me know your experience below. ⬇️

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05/06/2026

A big should out to this fantastic group of coaches!

NOVA coaches work day in and day out to help each athlete reach their full potential in and out of the pool. We celebrate and thank you this week and all season long.

05/04/2026

🎉 TEACHER APPRECIATION GIVEAWAY 🎉

Teachers pour into our children every day… so this week, we want to give back🍎

We’re giving away a Teacher Recovery Package that includes:
✨ Three 1-hr Physical Therapy Sessions (all 1-on-1)
✨ Hands-on treatment + movement assessment
(Over a $500 value)

📍Open to teachers in the Richmond/Henrico area!

👇 HOW TO ENTER:
1️⃣ Follow this page
2️⃣ Share this video to your IG story
3️⃣ Nominate a teacher by tagging them in the comments (let us know why they’re the best, or share a special story❤️)

✅ You can nominate more than one teacher (each comment counts as an entry!)
✅ Teachers can nominate themselves too!

🏆 Winner will be announced this Friday 🏆

Let’s flood the comments with appreciation for the teachers who make a difference every single day 💛👇

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04/29/2026

This week we’re wrapping up our series on stretching 👏👏

No matter what sport you play or what age you are, stretching should be a part of your daily or weekly routine!

Thanks for being a part of this series, and make sure to let Dr. Sherman know if you have any questions.

You can schedule your FREE physical therapy consult at the link in our bio today 📲

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04/19/2026

📍Next up in the stretching series…

Can you actually lengthen your muscle tissue length from stretching?

In this video, Dr. Ethan Sherman breaks down the answer to that question

If you’re:
✅a millennial
✅a baby boomer
✅an athlete
✅working a desk job
✅or experiencing constant pain or tension in your muscles
this is for you☝🏼

🏃‍♂️Catch us in the next video where we’ll wrap up this stretching series

📲 schedule your free PT phone consult in our bio

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04/09/2026

Welcome back for another week in our STRETCHING SERIES •

Today, Dr. Ethan Sherman shares when to do certain types of stretches

Looking for what types of stretches to do before and after a practice, meet, or game? Tune in here 🏃🏼

Looking to improve your sports performance or recover from an injury? Set up your free physical therapy phone consult today 📲

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03/28/2026

Welcome back for Week 2 of our STRETCHING SERIES 💪🏼

This week is all about the types of stretches

Give us a like, follow, and meet us back here next week for the next video!💥

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03/21/2026

Dr. Ethan Sherman is kicking things off with a stretching series designed to help you move better, feel better, and stay in the game longer.

Whether you’re an athlete or just tired of feeling tight and stiff, this one’s for you.

Follow along, stay consistent, and let’s build better movement together 💪

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03/12/2026

We’re always looking for ways to make your time in the clinic more valuable.

That’s why we use an AI system integrated directly into our electronic health record, making it fully HIPAA compliant while helping with documentation during appointments.

✔️ Less typing means Dr. Sherman can stay fully focused on you
✔️ More attention during your visit
✔️ More time for treatment

After a detailed exam during your initial evaluation, you still get around 25 minutes of hands-on manual therapy or guided exercise to start addressing the issue right away.

Technology should make care more personal, not less.

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