SPARK Physiotherapy

Fantastic experience: I used to think of myself as pretty athletic, but once my routine slipped, I wasn’t sure how to start again without burning out. Training with Dr. Carlos and David at SPARK has helped me rebuild strength safely while still pushing my limits. I’m lifting heavier, moving better, and feeling strong and capable again. For anyone who wants to move with confidence and stay active doing the things they love, SPARK is truly a game changer!

Fantastic experience: Carlos and crew are seriously one of a kind. From specialized sports, weight and fitness training to rehabilitation of injury, they do it all. I started going to Carlos and crew in early 2020 for a fitness related knee pain. My knee got rehabilitated to full strength and more. I started working with there specialized team that developed A fitness program to fit the needs and goal’s I was trying to achieve. Spark Physiotherapy is now a family to me. I have never left and have integrated them as part of my fitness life.

Fantastic experience: Sick and tired of being sick and tired??? Absolute experts in their field here. HIGHLY RECOMMEND if you’re not getting results with your current medical care. You won’t be dissatisfied.

Fantastic experience: For over 15 years, my family and I have trusted and used Dr. Carlos and his team of excellent physical therapists. When I recently decided to apply to become a police officer and needed to ensure that I would be ready for the police department’s Physical Ability Test (PAT), I immediately contacted Dr. Carlos. Dr. Carlos worked with me to ensure that I’d be ready for the PAT. I am pleased and proud to say that I passed the PAT and I was very well-prepared for the PAT, thanks to Dr. Carlos’s training program. If you want physical therapists that are not only up-to-date on the latest physical therapy advancements, but are also personable, patient, and genuinely care about your physical well-being, look no further than SPARK Fieldhouse.

Fantastic experience: We started at SPARK about two years ago for PT after my daughter was recovering from a broken ankle. We were interested in sport-specific (soccer) recovery for her so she could more easily progress to returning to the pitch. Since then, she has joined their champSTANDOUTS program and has been training weekly with Carlos and Marcus. It's been so great to partner with them through her journey, gaining strength, muscle and confidence.

Fantastic experience: I visited SPARK in December 2024 when visiting my family from out of state. I had a lot of hip pain and was having difficulty walking. I had an appointment scheduled with an orthopedic surgeon, but had to wait until the end of January. I went to SPARK and saw Carlos for an evaluation where he NEEDLED my hip and gave me exercises to do. My pain was greatly reduced! I wasn't limping every time I got up to walk. Carlos was very friendly and professional, he explained each step he did during the needling and I felt very comfortable. I was glad to be able to get in and out quickly. I would definitely recommend Carlos and SPARK!

Fantastic experience: I’ve been coming to SPARK Physiotherapy on and off for the past two years, and I can confidently say the care here surpasses any other physical therapy I’ve experienced. Carlos provides exceptional one-on-one attention at every session, and the dedicated service truly sets SPARK apart. The dry needling has been especially effective, and I really appreciate that every appointment is paired with focused physical training. This combination not only addresses pain but also helps build strength and prevent future injuries—something I haven’t found at other clinics. The front desk staff is also awesome—super friendly, scheduling is always easy, and they make it really simple if you want to submit bills to insurance. If you’re looking for relief from pain or mobility issues and sports-focused treatment that actually works, this is the spot!

Fantastic experience: Besides being a terrific PT clinic, Spark has a wonderful Office Administrator who is knowledgeable and kind!

Fantastic experience: As a 41-year old mother of two SPARK has been my key to multiple marathons and triathlons without injury! The staff are friendly, knowledgeable and create an excellent environment to learn and get strong . I’m working now with David and his innovative and thoughtful approach as I go into my third marathon season is greatly appreciated. Make the call, you will be so impressed by what you can do!

Fantastic experience: If you're looking for world class physical therapy and performance training, you have found the place. SPARK is hands down the place to go if you're in the DMV. If you're in pain, Carlos is a dry needing ninja. But more than that, he spends the time to actually get to know you, your goals, and work through all of your issues in a systematic way. Best of all, spark is just a fun place. The entire team knows you and makes you feel welcome. Stop in and you'll see what makes SPARK stand out!

Fantastic experience: As a 73 year old woman I was looking for folks who could help me stay fit and prevent future problems with my shoulder that I’d received steroid injections in the past for pain. After 6 months I’m stronger, have no pain and have learned how to avoid movement that caused the problem in the past. Spark helped me rehab after a broken ankle as well. Adam and Carlos are great instructors. I look forward to my visits to Spark. I highly recommend Spark.

Fantastic experience: BLUF: SPARK has made more of a difference in my pain and aided my recovery faster and cheaper than traditional Physical Therapy clinics and numerous visits to doctors did. Carlos and his team are top notch. Be ready to put in the work, and the results will speak for themselves. Plus, they’re dog friendly! What’s not to love? Thank you, SPARK, for the work that you do and the mission that you stand for. I’ll continue to recommend you to anyone who needs real help with pain and recovery. FULL REVIEW: I’m so grateful to have found SPARK and Carlos’ team. I went to see them after multiple years of referrals to various types of doctors and specialists from 2022-2024. I received many scans and tests, and went to four separate Physical Therapy Clinics before finding them. One doctor I saw suggested an invasive surgery that he was SURE I needed, but a second opinion at John’s Hopkins did not agree. With nothing left to do pretty much everyone gave up on me. I developed anxiety attacks and I felt helpless pretty much all of the time. The PT clinics I went to prior kept insisting I would get better if I kept doing the exercises they prescribed. There were times where those exercises would cause pain in other areas of my body, but the PTs would explain to me that those pains were not able to be addressed because the insurance would not allow that nor pay for it. I did my exercises as religiously as possible, but I did not have much improvement in my pain or symptoms. After a while I would be discharged. The first time this happened, the PT looked apologetic, but told me that he could “not keep justifying the visits to the insurance”. The discharge felt very final and extremely scary because I could not function well and I was still in pain. So, I found a new clinic…and then had a slightly different repeat of this situation a number of times. I had actually found SPARK through google reviews in 2023 which was about a year before I ACTUALLY went to see them in 2024. At the time I did not feel that I could afford their pricing. Little did I know that I was not only very far from being better, but that I would actually lose more muscle and more ability by the time I ended up going to them. By mid-2024 I had exhausted all other avenues. I felt nervous to go to a cash PT clinic because my experience elsewhere had not been good. Why pay more money for the same outcome right? I decided that SPARK was my last resort. Well, with Carlos’ team, I FINALLY experienced care that truly made a difference to my well-being. During the free, 15 minute consultation by phone I explained what I had been through while they listened carefully and asked questions to make sure they understood. After I hung up the phone I felt hopeful, but also emotionally drained. During my hour-long evaluation, I was told to move in different ways and received explanations for possibilities of why I wasn’t able to function properly and I was told that they could help me. I felt hopeful, but secretly I wasn’t really sure that they could. It felt dangerous to put my trust in another clinic and another practitioner. SPARK delivered. I might never be fully better, because once something is broken it’s never quite the same. However, I am so much better than when I started with them. Carlos has built something very beautiful and I’m in awe of his team. SPARK made a bigger impact on my recovery than all the other providers combined. Let that sink in for a moment. IF patients are willing to put in the hard work with SPARK, THEN they will get better faster and avoid the emotional stresses that I went through. For me, with a multi-year issue prior to visiting SPARK, it took two months before I started to notice that my capabilities at home were increasing. I wasn’t better in two months, but I could see a glimmer of light at the end of a very long tunnel. The kicker is that SPARK could have helped me faster and for less money than all of my previous Physical Therapy and doctor visits. Don’t make the same mistake I did...go make an appointment at SPARK!!!

Fantastic experience: I've only worked with Dr. Carlos, so it is only my experience with him and my general observations of Spark Fieldhouse on which I can comment. Dr. Carlos is mission driven, and in the best possible way. Every session, he exists to make you better; his greatest pride is to see his patient improve. While many "similar" organizations espouse to be that which has succeeded when its patient is healed and no longer needs it (I've had experience with a small handful), Dr. Carlos uniquely lives and breathes this maxim. He will always steer his clients in the best direction. In my case, within just ten weeks of having received a surgery to repair a torn labrum in my shoulder, my shoulder is doing better than I ever expected. And I say this with the benefit of additional perspective from having received the same surgery on my other shoulder, and for an originally less serious labrum tear too (for whatever this extra detail is worth). During these weeks, I've seen time and time again that Dr. Carlos knows what to do and when to do it. He knows when to push for more, and when to hold back; he has the uncommon ability to consistently exercise good judgement. He's even cutting edge with his understanding the soft and hard tissues of the body. In fact, I'd say that he knows the body as any of us know the exact rooms and furniture within our long time homes. Frankly, both the quality of his care and the extent of his knowledge makes other options in our area seem not just expensive, but unaffordable. As for Spark Fieldhouse itself, it is my view that the entire operation is a reflection of his philosophy, good disposition, mission, and vision. He runs a fantastic organization with good people and good culture, and I sincerely doubt that anyone would find better within the DMV area.

Fantastic experience: Looking for PT near you? Spark is the answer. If you have pain, their doctors are great healers. If you want to move more and prevent overuse harm, their trainers are experts one-on-one. If you are looking for affordable classes, they offer everything you are looking for. If you have an aspiring young athlete, they need to stay injury free and build long term strength habits with Spark's after school coaches. Spark is offering the best services in the industry.

Fantastic experience: I have had back issues for most of my adult life and when I started with Adam 11 plus years ago. At that time I had two low back surgeries and a spinal fusion in my neck due to hereditary stenosis, along with several other surgeries, 3 c-sections, wrist, knee, etc.… My biggest concern was I wanted to be able to work out without injuring myself, and I needed someone to help me strengthen my body and help me to prevent new injuries and to maintain an active life with 3 small children. twelve year later I had to have 2 more surgeries, a double laminectomy in my low back and a double disk replacement in my neck due to spinal stenosis and I believe I was able to put off these surgery for 8 plus years because I have had the opportunity to work with Adam. Even with the surgery pending I was able to continue a normal life with working out, an active schedule with minimal pain or injury. I have had several doctors and therapist tell me that the fact that I have continued to work out with Adam by strengthening my body and correcting compensation patters has been a tremendous help to my back issues and heath.Adam does a great job of listen to what is causing me pain and picks up on what compensation patterns I am using and finds ways to help me recognize what they are and how to reprogram them. He is excellent at explaining and showing how to do these exercise correctly, if he sees me doing it incorrectly or I am having trouble with it he will stop me and show me again or he will modify it. The more information I can give him about my pain, stiffness, or lack of mobility he seems to know what stretch, or movement will improve it. He is great at knowing when it's ok to push a little and when it’s a day to just do small movements and stretch’s. I always walk away in a much better place both physically and mentaly than when I arrived. I am so grateful for his expertise.

Fantastic experience: I was recommended to Kristen at SPARK by a friend. The very first visit, Kristen listened to my pain issues and came up with a plan for dry needling and strength training. Although I was hesitant about dry needling, after the first visit I was already seeing relief from my pain from the dry needling and strength exercises. Kristen is amazing and an exceptional physical therapist and I feel blessed to have met her! Her staff at Spark are professional and awesome! I was finally able to get relief within weeks of therapy with her. Thanks to her expertise, I’m finally on a path to recovery, pain-free. I HIGHLY recommend seeing Kristen and her staff if you’re dealing with pain.

Fantastic experience: I always feel welcomed when going to Spark. Such a great atmosphere, and the staff are truly devoted to making you feel your best. 10/10 would recommend!

Fantastic experience: Extremely thankful for the recommendation to visit SPARK by a friend who knew my everyday pain. The very first visit, Kristen listened to my story and came up with a plan for dry needling and strength training. The days following I was already seeing relief from my pain. Kristen is an exceptional physical therapist! I struggled with pain for two years across multiple clinics, and was able to get relief within six months of therapy with her. Thanks to her expertise, I’m finally on a path to recovery, pain-free. We wouldn’t think twice to drop money for car or house repairs, why should taking care of our physical health be any different. HIGHLY recommend seeing them if you’re dealing with pain and ineffective PT treatment elsewhere.

Fantastic experience: I've been in and out of physical therapy for years for various injuries - yet I've never had such fantastic one-on-one treatment. At SPARK, the PTs don't treat you at the same time as other clients - and that extra level of personalization, in my experience, improved the quality and efficiency of care significantly. I came in with issues I thought I would have forever - issues that another physical therapist failed to treat effectively. Matt had me in and out in no time, and has reminded me that I don't have to accept being in a constant state of pain. Seriously, try them out. It's worth the price if you can swing it.

Fantastic experience: Fantastic staff! My back pain is gone. Definitely thanks to them.

Fantastic experience: If you want to put in the work to get better, spark is the place. Athletes if you want to optimize your craft, your first stop needs to be spark.

Fantastic experience: Love the team at SPARK! I have been working with Adam to strengthen and prevent a re-occurrence of years of back pain. Adam has made each workout challenging and unique. For the first time in a long time, I am pain free, trust my body, and enjoy working out.

Fantastic experience: I don't think I can say enough great things about this place besides it has changed my life. I hurt my back almost 10 years ago and I've been going back and forth to different PTs throughout the years. Having a messed up back makes it hard to lift weights and workout and I felt like any time I made leeway with my exercising, my back or knees would act up and I was back at square one. I had never been treated with dry needling before and first, it is definitely not the same as acupuncture! After one session, I was able to stretch down and reach my toes, never in my life could I do that! Do not be intimidated by the dry needling, it is 100 percent worth trying. Dr. Kristen, not only helped me feel better, but she checks in to make sure that I'm doing okay and that my exercising are going well. I will continue going here, as needed, and that is one of the biggest differences I have seen about this place than any other PT locations, they actually dont want to keep seeing you! They want to help you, get you to a good place and get you back on your feet and training again. I highly recommend trying this place, it has helped me so much and I hope it will do the same for you!

Fantastic experience: I work with Carlos, he really knows his stuff. I've been to many PTs and he is the best so far. I'm getting full extension on my leg I didnt have since knee surgery 15 months ago.

Fantastic experience: My only regret is not finding them sooner. I am accustomed to paying for my own healthcare, so I avoid most of it. But Spark can take my money because they're the only treatment provider that's actually helping me manage my injuries/range of motion/agility. Highly recommend for any adult who's trying to stay in the game. (I know they help student athletes, too.) Both my husband and I rely on them to keep us running, biking, swimming. THANKS CARLOS, MATT, KRISTEN!

Fantastic experience: My only regret is not finding them sooner. I am accustomed to paying for my own healthcare, so I avoid most of it. But Spark can take my money because they're the only treatment provider that's actually helping me manage my injuries/range of motion/agility. Highly recommend for any adult who's trying to stay in the game. (I know they help student athletes, too.) Both my husband and I rely on them to keep us running, biking, swimming. THANKS CARLOS, MATT, KRISTEN!

Fantastic experience: SPARK Physiotherapy saved my life! Last April I couldn’t stand up due to terrible back spasms. At the emergency room I was given a strong pill “cocktail “ and a referral to a neurosurgeon. I was desparate. What to do now?!! And then a friend recommended SPARK. I showed up with tears running down my eyes, my crooked frame and with little hope. After some tests Dr. Kristen diagnosed the issue and after a dry needling session I walked out of there like a human- with my back straight. After the second session my life was back to normal. Hallelujah. A true miracle in my book. I am forever grateful. I highly recommend SPARK Physiotherapy to everyone with any pain. All of the therapists are top notch and extremely knowledgeable. Do it- trust me on this one.

Fantastic experience: Matt was fantastic helping me get back on my feet after breaking my ankle in 2 places at the end of June. My orthos said I wouldn't be able to return to sport for 6-9 months, but I was able to start climbing indoors around week 14-15 after my injury (with all due caution and slowly built up time and difficulty). The dry needling was a fantastic component of care and really helped alleviate soft tissue problems I had from immobilization and throughout the healing process. Check them out for anything and everything! I've also had some functional assessments and work on other trouble spots and it's been great.

Fantastic experience: All three of the therapists that I've worked with here (Carlos, Matt, Kristen) are amazing. I tried to go to another PT place near my house (Solutions Physical Therapy) because the insurance seemed easier to manage, but it was a huge mistake. After three sessions there to try to treat a shoulder/neck injury, I had not been given any dry needling that I asked for and felt that I was simply being rushed, as my therapist was always trying to move to his next appointment. In one hour with Matt, he found muscles in my shoulder that I didn't even realize were causing me problems and he FIXED THEM. It was literally amazing. By the end of the hour, I had already restored almost the full range of motion of my neck and head. It felt like 3 hours, but it was just an hour to diagnose, treat, and to give me stretches to do at home to prevent soreness. Worth every penny.

Positive experience: This review isn't about the clinic itself but the fact they do not take insurance. They do not bill and I thought it is very strange that no one has mentioned that in any of these reviews. They give you a bill and you have to submit yourself to insurance.

Fantastic experience: UPDATE 12/2021 - After working at SPARK for several years, I have gained real, measurable improvements in strength and fitness. Things I couldn't do at all before, are now a routine part of my program. The team of therapists/trainers really focus on my specific needs and goals. It's hard to overstate what a positive difference SPARK has made. Very happy I've been working out here. Even after the first lessons, I began seeing seeing improvement in lateral strength which greatly relieved some of the back pain I'd been having. After a year and a half at SPARK, I feel better and stronger than I have in a long time. It's a serious workout, and what makes it so effective is it's focused to match my abilities and needs. Carlos and his team are skilled and patient trainers who motivate me to keep getting better. Carlos also created a customized schedule of exercises that helped me improve between sessions.

Fantastic experience: For the last 3 years, I’ve been hopping around to doctors, specialists and physical therapists. It wasn’t until I met Kristen at Spark Physiotherapy that I truly realized how important dedicated physical therapists are. I was about to undergo an invasive spine procedure when Kristen diagnosed me with a QL irritation. I immediately got dry needled and felt instant relief. Over the past 6 months, my symptoms are almost non-existent. My girlfriend and I have experienced nothing less than exemplary customer service and training from the entire team. We recommend Spark to anyone seeking to heal from an injury or anyone trying to just get stronger!

Fantastic experience: I’m not new to the wonders of Carlos Berio and Kristen Lattimore’s skillful—dare I say magical?—hands that have restored me to full functionality countless times. My first experience at Spark was with Carlos in 2012. I was desperate for a different solution after 3 orthopedic surgeons had told me spinning had caused my hip pain. Hip replacement surgery was inevitable. They focused on my age-60-and not me and my lifestyle. I faced arthritis, unceasing bone on bone pain, with limits on pain meds because of their side effects. Hopeless, right? Nope. I can walk again. No limp, no wobble, and no pain because of Carlos. I was convinced his delivery of PT—a totally focused and personalized approach that addressed my issues—was the way to wellness. Now, eight years later, I’m a happy, fit, and devoted “family member” of Spark Physiotherapy. I strongly recommend them as a first choice if you suffer from muscle or bone pain, before considering surgery or a large (and impersonal) PT facility. Occasionally, about 1-2 times every couple years, I get dry-needling “tune-ups” on my hips to keep me flexible, and pain-free. Through weekly training, they continuously challenge my strength. 100lb RDLs? Yup! The hidden benefit is they’ve motivated me to eagerly desire a healthier lifestyle, and I’ve become practically fearless as I keep pushing myself to get stronger, better at everything I do. A few days ago, I was inspired to return to horseback riding after 15 years absence. The difference in my strength from then, when I worked out at gyms on my own, and now was clearly evident. I rode better and more confidently than before. And when the horse spooked and falling was inevitable, I automatically rolled rather than be dumped, landing on my back instead of on my shoulder or hip. I wasn’t seriously injured. That was when I fully realized the value of working with Carlos and his staff for these 8 years. Although definitely sore but not broken, I got back on my horse and finished my ride. Would never have had the courage to do that years ago. Carlos treated me for bruised bones and muscles, but no breaks or fractures, advising me how to work out. Muscles are still sore, but 7 days later, I’ve returned to work out. Had I not weight-trained with them, my balance would be non-existent, and my bones would have become fragile, so falling like I did would likely have resulted in serious bone injury. I’m still in awe that I walked away from that fall. This is why I’m writing this review today. The upshot? Spark’s staff has given me the priceless gift of a strong body and the confidence to live a healthy, full, and long life by pushing through my limits and fears. For me, Carlos and his team at Spark is my life-long commitment to youthful wellness.

Fantastic experience: I cannot recommend Spark highly enough!! I had been in pain for almost a year and had tried chiropractic and other physical therapists! After just two visits I was almost completely pain free and loved working with Kristen!!! All PTs are extremely knowledgeable, listen, evaluate, treat and strengthen better than anyone in the area. They also helped educate me on things to do so I can stay pain free! If you are in need of a PT… go to Spark!!!

Fantastic experience: SPARK Physiotherapy has changed my life for the better. Not only am I healthier but more knowledgeable about my body. Everyone is great making you feel safe and in good hands. I hate most physical therapy places because they talk to you like your dumb and weak. With Matt, Carlos, and Kristen, they go out of their way to make sure you understand and are understood.

Fantastic experience: Best physical therapist near me! Just outstanding. Has fixed every injury I’ve had with outstanding dry needling abilities. Personal training is individualized to maximize my strength and flexibility. Outstanding physical therapy and training for those of all ages and skill levels.

Fantastic experience: I have been helped by the wonderful trainers at Spark over the years. They have worked with me to strengthen my core/muscles for my back and shoulder so I can get back to playing and feeling good. They are very knowledgeable and tailor their treatment for each person. They provide physical therapy the way it should be done.

Fantastic experience: UPDATE 12/2021 - After working at SPARK for several years, I have gained real, measurable improvements in strength and fitness. Things I couldn't do at all before, are now a routine part of my program. The team of therapists/trainers really focus on my specific needs and goals. It's hard to overstate what a positive difference SPARK has made. Very happy I've been working out here. Even after the first lessons, I began seeing seeing improvement in lateral strength which greatly relieved some of the back pain I'd been having. After a year and a half at SPARK, I feel better and stronger than I have in a long time. It's a serious workout, and what makes it so effective is it's focused to match my abilities and needs. Carlos and his team are skilled and patient trainers who motivate me to keep getting better. Carlos also created a customized schedule of exercises that helped me improve between sessions.

Fantastic experience: Whenever I have an injury or pain I can’t make sense of, I go to SPARK. They spend a full hour with you, and I never feel rushed or minimized. I always learn, and I always have pain relief. I can’t recommend highly enough!

Fantastic experience: My review stems from two perspectives - what I've experienced in my own progress, and what I've witnessed about this community. I've been coming to Spark religiously every week since March with hip and back pain that, at least superficially, was the result of having two kids in two years. But the Spark team wasn't satisfied with that "answer" and kept digging. They are true investigators. Each week is a triage, a "where are we today," a review of what has worked and what hasn't, and they are constantly adjusting, tinkering, testing approaches that contribute to not just easing pain but identifying and tackling the underlying causes. In just 7 months I've seen incredible improvement in my pain, but also with my strength overall. Re: my second perspective, one of the things that has struck me about Spark is the community. For starters, you see all walks of people in here - aspiring college athletes to septuagenarians. People recovering from surgery, tackling pain, managing disabilities, or just interested in being fitter. And every employee knows every customer/patient. Whenever anyone walks in the door, the whole staff says hello by name. Though there is one trainer I work out with most regularly, I'd trust any one of them to help keep my progress going. I'd unequivocally recommend Spark to anyone, but, from personal experience, especially someone who has been passed around from trainer to trainer to doctor to chiropractor to PT, etc without finding resolution.

Fantastic experience: By far the best physical therapist I have ever had. I have been in PT for two years now for my right knee with no improvement in pain or movement. Thankfully, I learned about Spark through a friend of mine. My first visit was a thorough examination of my range of motion and pain levels to determine the right treatment plan. We then went into their amazing gym and I get attentive and careful workouts every time. Kristen makes sure to keep my workouts varied, and every intern who has accompanied her has been wonderful. I highly recommend Spark - you won't regret it!

Fantastic experience: There’s a reason why over 50 people have only left 5 star ratings.. because SPARK Physiotherapy is a life changing decision. I came in with lower back pain and now I’m strength training in a little over two months. Matt is a master therapist with immense knowledge that not only heals you but makes you stronger. Everyone at SPARK are awesome people and from day 1, I’ve done nothing but physically and mentally improve. You wouldn’t be reading this review if you didn’t want the same.. SPARK is the answer!

Fantastic experience: January 2021 it was time to have my left knee replaced. I was starting to incur neck and lower back pain. I was very bowed legged. I did not want to go to a corporate Physical Therapy Center where they not only had to follow state and federal regulations but also corporate policy. I wanted a Physical Therapist who was well trained but wasn't afraid to help with a ache or a pain not under the doctors script but was impairing me at the moment. Spark's team deals with the total well being of my physical movement. I started pre-surgery treats prior to my March surgery and finished the formal PT at the end of May. I was thrilled with my progress and so was my MD. I still felt that I had strengthening and flexibility to achieve so I have moved into personal training to keep my right leg healthy and my body strong with my knew "gate" walk. I didn't have the surgery to not get my life back of being with my family, hiking, biking and swimming. I appreciate the focus and professionalism that I have had working with all of the team the past 11 months. 12/21

Fantastic experience: I have been going to Spark for about 10 years. The team has helped me through injuries and recoveries from surgeries. I know that I am in good hands. I know they care about me as an individual and my overall progress. In November, 6 months after a big surgery, I was cleared to start exercising again. Six months later I was deadlifting again. I am grateful for their expertise, encouragement, and supportive community.

Fantastic experience: A genuinely caring group of physical therapists, Carlos and each staff member at Spark physiotherapy is professional, honest and takes your recovery to heart. As pro fighter with 17years in competition Spark really helped me a lot to stay healthy and anytime I leave each treatment feeling as if I am apart of team - not just a patient with a billing code. Thank you again

Fantastic experience: The physical therapists at Spark are by far the best I’ve ever been to!!!! As an athlete, recovery and strength has always been very important to me. I’ve worked with various PT’s here over the years and they have all been incredible!!!

Fantastic experience: Such a clean and well run facility. Dr Berio focuses his treatments based upon the patients needs. His program is specifically tailored to sports physical therapy. He does a great job at addressing the athlete's specific areas of concern. I have been training for over a decade and this is by far the best physical therapy practice that I have utilized.

Fantastic experience: I was extremely apprehensive of dry needling, but wow! What a life changer! The dry needling I received from Carlos resulted in my neck muscles relaxing for the first time in years. Before coming to Spark I had to endure very painful episodes where my neck muscles would seize up and require me to lay down and lie as still as possible, to try to tolerate the pain. This would last days sometimes, I would miss work, it was terrible! After a few dry needling sessions along with some rehabilitation exercise routines, I feel like I have a new neck. I am able to work out again without fear of potentially triggering another episode. It’s been months after and I still feel amazing.

Fantastic experience: My son is a high school baseball pitcher, and Carlos and his staff have been invaluable in keeping him playing. Every time my son started to develop an injury, Carlos was able to immediately diagnose the problem, and prescribe exercises to heal the injury and prevent it from coming back. You're not going to get the typical "just rest it and let's see what happens" kind of advice that you'll get from other places. Carlos diagnoses what the root cause is--be it lack of mobility, strength, or other--and puts you a path to recovery with a plan to stay that way. Carlos has helped my son stay injury free and healthy through years of pitching. If you're dealing with a baseball pitching injury, or you are looking for baseball specific training, this is where you should go. He really knows his stuff. Phenomenal results.

Fantastic experience: As an aging athlete who has sprained, strained, pulled, twisted, or broken various soccer-related body parts (mostly, but not exclusively, my own) I have decades of experience as a physical therapy patient and can honestly say SPARK is the best I’ve worked with. The SPARK culture is one of motivation to succeed. The staff have keen eyes for subtle joint and muscle clues, coupled with a creative and inexhaustible repertoire of exercises, drills, and routines to keep it fun, keep it challenging, and to keep you progressing towards your personal fitness goals. You will be hard pressed to find a nicer, more knowledgeable, or more dedicated physiotherapy staff anywhere. Thanks to SPARK, I am back on the pitch after a total hip replacement, playing soccer against guys half my age, and determined to keep at it into my 70s, God-willing.

Fantastic experience: I have been a client of Spark Physiotherapy for over three years and have benefited greatly for the hands on approach of the training team there. My current trainer Kristen employs just the right combination of friendly encouragement and firmness to help me get the most out of my workouts. As someone in my early 60s, I need and expect a customized program. I always feel like the workouts she designs for me are geared specifically to my interest in improving my strength and flexibility to enhance my golf game. She mixes the exercises up and keeps the workout fun but when i'm finished i know I have worked out hard. I have seen tremendous results since coming to Spark and am grateful for all the wonderful help and supervision.

Fantastic experience: I have done both physical therapy and personal training at Spark and I highly recommend the therapists and trainers at Spark Phisiotherapy

Fantastic experience: I cannot explain what Spark has meant to my family. This is a very special clinic! My 12 yo son gets regular physical therapy for ongoing strength, mobility and balance issues (diagnosis of Celebral Palsy). Carlos makes every session fun for him, while still focusing on strength training and building up the muscles he needs to improve his gait, balance, etc. I train with them as well... I love being a part of the "Spark Family"!!!

Fantastic experience: Phenomenal results and professionalism. I went to SPARK a year after ortho surgery so as to gain back mobility for my athletic passion. Over the past six years, the SPARK team has me physically more capable than I've ever been. Carlos has a great vision for those of us who want to always "Be Better,." However, it's not just Carlos; everyone on the team "gets it!" I think so highly of SPARK that I've gifted sessions to others so that they can begin to get to where they want/need to be.

Fantastic experience: Spark Physiotherapy is our family's home away from home. My son, my husband and I have been regulars for 3 years and are all stronger for working with Carlos, Calla and Kristen. I had double fusion back surgery in 2016 and have been encouraged and brought back to strength and balance by the targeted exercises and weight training by the Spark team. Can't imagine where I would be without them-probably moaning on the couch. They know where you should be and how to get you there. Thank you Carlos and Team Spark.

Fantastic experience: I can't speak highly enough about the people and facility at SPARK. As a collegiate athlete, I tore my ACL two times in four years. I had the pleasure of training with SPARK for this second rehab and I would not be as far along in recovery without Kristen and Carlos. Their PT knowledge, attention to detail, and coaching is the best in the DMV area. I can't imagine working through a sports/work related injury with any other PT facility.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been a regular at Sparks for many years and work with all the trainers. Their unique combination of PT and personal training ensures that I reach my goals without injury. I trust them implicitly. I’m much stronger than I’ve ever been and remain active and agile in other sports. Thanks, Sparks.

Fantastic experience: NOT your average insurance driven PT mill. SPARK Physiotherapy is a physical therapy office and gym that focuses on making you feel better in fewer visits. Dr. Kristen Lattimore is a patient-centric, competent and compassionate therapist who gives me her undivided attention and 100% personalized treatment since the entire appointment is one on one with a PT instead of a technician. Give SPARK a try where you’ve got nothing to lose but the therabands!

Fantastic experience: I have worked with Kristen and Carlos. They are very professional. They have been thorough in addressing my concerns. This is my first experience with needling and after 5 weeks of therapy, I’m running again without hip and glute pain. I highly recommend Spark Physiotherapy!

Fantastic experience: SPARK Physiotherapy is an amazing place! I've been a patient/client at SPARK for just over a year. I came to SPARK after dealing with back and hamstring pain for more than two years. I had avoided therapy because I was nervous that I would be told to stop running, lifting, skiing, doing the things that I love ... and I definitely wasn't. At SPARK, I've worked out harder than I ever did before. I started working with Natalia, and I've spent the last several months working with Kristen. My back and hamstring feel the best they've felt in years. I feel stronger all around, and I have so many more creative exercises to use in my workouts. Thank you, SPARK!

Fantastic experience: After years of treating my knees terribly and past sports injuries that never quite healed right, I made an appointment with Spark Physio to get back into shape and take care of the pain I was having. They showed me exercises to start treating my knees better and provided physiotherapy to reduce my pain. So far so good, and everyone has been great about explaining the treatment and how to avoid future injuries. I highly recommend Spark for sports related PT and fitness.

Fantastic experience: We tried five different PT places before settling on SPARK. This was for back pain my soccer-loving son was experiencing. To spite some saying his 13-year-old back looked like a “50 year olds” back, Carlos and Kristin took up the challenge. WARNING: This is not the regular kind of physical therapy I have personally experienced in the past. If you want a massage, some heat/ice and then to be shown the door…go somewhere else. If you do that, you will stay the same. Here, you will get better – just like their motto says. I won’t get into the details of how great their PT is, many other reviews have gotten into that and I agree with them all. I wanted to talk about the environment itself. When you are there, you are like family. I was invited to complete the physical therapy with my son. It was a great bonding experience. You could tell that both Carlos and Kristin cared about my son, and me and you could tell they wanted to see us both get stronger. Want more proof of the family-like atmosphere? Carlos even came to see one of my son’s soccer games on his own time - on the weekend. He stayed for the entire game. That shows you the kind of place this is and the kind of people these are. The only reason Kristin wasn’t at the game was she was busy at work helping other SPARK family members. She’ll make the next one, I am sure. Thank you SPARK! If you want to get better and have a friendly and caring environment……..this is the place for you. We will be back when we need PT and we are looking to form a group to continue strength training with Carlos and Kristin at SPARK!

Fantastic experience: My experience with Spark Physiotherapy has been incredible!! After dealing with a nagging injury for years, I wasn't sure I would ever feel 100% again. During my first visit at Spark, Dr. Carlos and his team pinpointed the cause and where I needed to rehab/strengthen. After a few visits and a lot of guidance, I feel amazing!! Thank you Dr. Carlos, Dr. Cameron and the rest of the team for your help and getting me to play soccer again at full strength!

Fantastic experience: Spark Physiotherapy is by far the premier physical therapy location for athlets in the entire DMV. Dr. Berio, Dr. Lattimore, and Dr. Sleziak provide top notch 1on1 care for the entirety of your visit. Unlike other physical therapy locations where you are a number that gets maybe 10 minutes of someone's attention, you get 1on1 care for your entire time. They are all experts in their respective fields and extremely approachable. I have been going here for about 4 years and have been extremely happy with the experience. On top of that they are extremely responsive to e-mails and understand that each patient is different (thus creating a unique plan for each patient).

Fantastic experience: I have been seeing Carlos for dry needling for about the past 7 months or so. With regards to dry needling - I have had it done before by other PT's in the area. Carlos is by far the best. He maximizes the effectiveness of the technique. I think many other PT's feel uncomfortable with it and as such barely insert the needle into the muscles. Carlos dry needles my traps and scalene muscles (pretty sensitive area close to a lot of important things in my neck). He is able to hit muscles that I cannot target well with other types of techniques, stretching or physical therapy, and he does it confidently. I am never worried as he does it and he leaves me feeling great. With regards to PT - I have not had the pleasure of having Carlos for the rest of my treatment but I wish I did. I had already undergone a year or so of PT at 3 other locations in the Northern VA area by the time I found Carlos. At that point I knew all the exercises I needed to be doing on my own and had gained the strength I needed from a regular PT program. I was looking to have dry needling done for maintenance. That being said, Carlos still did a full initial assessment on me, checks things over every time I come in, and manually stretches my neck well after dry needling is over. I have had my fair share of PT in my lifetime and can tell Carlos is one of the good ones. He is incredibly knowledgeable and experienced and I would recommend him to anyone.

Fantastic experience: My son was having elbow pain and several doctors could not determine what the problem was since nothing was showing on the scans. Dr Berio was recommended to us and immediately knew what to do. That was in January. Jay is now playing in the state quarterfinals for his HS baseball team and pitched a complete game last week to win the regional championship for Lake Braddock. I overheard him saying that Dr Berio changed his life. Dr Berio is very professional and knowledgeable. My son still goes to him occasion for things other than what he had originally seen him for (calf pain, etc). I would highly recommend SPARK and Dr Berio.

Fantastic experience: I've been training with Carlos and the staff at Spark for almost 4 years now. I started as a physical therapy patient after a disc herniation. Now I'm strength training and getting therapy only when the situation calls for it. As a result of their personalized care, I have become more confident in my movement, have a greater range of motion, and feel healthier. I've gone from being 1 day away from surgery to where I am now because of Spark Physiotherapy. I give them the highest of recommendations.

Fantastic experience: I've been working with Carlos for many years. Mainly personal training. He and his team do an exceptional job in challenging and encouraging me to do much more than I would do on my own. They are very creative in finding new routines. They are knowledgable ,so I am confident that they will know when and how to challenge a muscle and when to let it rest. As an added bonus Carlos, Calla and Kristen are pleasant and interesting people, and fun to talk to.

Fantastic experience: I've been a dedicated weekly+ patient at Spark Physio for 3 years and, as a frequent flyer, what I've come to know of Dr Berio and Dr Lattimore can be summed up in this phrase: "Elite Personal Coaching". That's not just one of their signs out front of the studio, People, that SUMS IT UP. These Coaches can get into your head, help you find what motivates you, and make you achieve above what you thought your top levels could *ever be. Coach Kristen has helped me in my personal life, office life, and physical life - I see now there are higher powers at work - and I am a forever grateful customer. Thank You !

Fantastic experience: I am a retired physician and an old guy who has undergone 21 orthopedic surgical procedures. I also have severe scoliosis producing relevant back pain. Despite all that I aim to keep going hard as long as possible. Carlos and the entire staff at Spark has been superb in helping me achieve my goals by a combination of hands-on physical therapy and a vigorous carefully constructed muscle strengthening plan. Really 5 stars.

Fantastic experience: I have been a patient at Spark for many years since undergoing two knee surgeries and being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. Carlos and Kristen are extraordinary physical therapists, both highly-trained, knowledgeable, experienced, and just as importantly, personable! Their one-on-one physical therapy and strength conditioning treatments have given me the flexibility, strength, and endurance that has allowed me to return to the active lifestyle I had before my diagnosis. You will not find better physical therapists in this area. I highly recommend Spark!

Fantastic experience: I’ve been a patient/client at SPARK Physiotherapy since it’s inception and wish there was a higher rating than 5/5 stars! As a member of the SPARK family, my sisters and brothers eliminated my chronic back pain, added 20 youthful years to my life and increased my quality of life 120%. I’d rate them 7 out of 5 stars if I could!

Fantastic experience: Excellent facility, and the staff is terrific. They push you hard, just hard enough.

Fantastic experience: Great all around. From DSO to helping reduce back pain. Highly recommended.

Fantastic experience: My experience with Spark Physiotherapy has been fantastic! I am now 72 years old and still jumping and bumping and loving life. I feel confident that my work with Carlos Berio and his staff play a large role in my physical and mental health. For nearly 15 years I have had the pleasure of being trained by Carlos Berio and I look forward to the next 15 years!

Fantastic experience: I can't say enough about the pain relief I got after my first session with Dr. Berio. I was miserable with throbbing pain, and I came home with happy muscles.

Fantastic experience: I love Spark! It's professional and effective. I've feel a huge difference in my health since working with them.

Fantastic experience: SPARK Physio is the best in this business in NoVA. Hands down. I went to three other area PT offices before I found Dr. Berio at this office. Compared to Dr. Berio, the other practitioners I met with were complete amateur hour. Dr. Berio knows his stuff, and his care for his patients is manifest. His energy and enthusiasm are really helpful when you aren't feeling your best.

Fantastic experience: Dr. Carlos Berio is awesome. He has helped me tremendously with my pain. Trigger point dry needling is unbelievable how well it works and you would be hard pressed to find anyone better at it than Dr. Berio. I highly recommend him and his practice.

Fantastic experience: Spark was able to fit me in on very short notice for an assessment and dry needling appointment. Nicole was extremely helpful and friendly with the required forms, taking down my insurance information, and handling the paperwork. I was in significant pain from a shoulder injury, a constant level 6 for 4 days at that point, with pain also traveling down my armpit and into my forearm. Dr. Berio ran me through a set of tests, identified the trigger points and began needling. He is very knowledgeable about the therapy and was calm and soothing throughout the procedure - I was completely comfortable throughout. After the session, I had immediate reduction of pain levels from 6 to 2 in my shoulder, improved range of motion and some stretches to keep me loose. It was a huge relief. Highly recommend to others.

Fantastic experience: I have been working with Ivy. She is very thorough and knowledgeable. Uses a mixture of techniques to help you heal and then restore range of motion and strength to you can fix the cause led the problem! She is very responsive both at appointments and via email between appointments for questions and general check ins.