Are you struggling to reach or lift overhead?
Do you feel pain when putting on a jacket, bra, or shirt?
It doesn’t have to be this way! That shoulder pain you’ve been calling “normal” or blaming on aging isn’t something you have to live with. At District Performance & Physio, we provide expert care for shoulder pain in Washington, DC, helping you move pain-free and get back to the activities you love.
We’ve helped countless people in Washington, DC, McLean, and Arlington with this exact problem. Instead of just learning to live with your shoulder pain, why not take the first step toward getting your old self back? Even if you’ve been told you need surgery or should avoid lifting overhead, there is another way—and we’re here to help you find it.

Hear what our clients have to say
From not being able to workout to now moving better than ever pain-free. This is Michelle's & Janelle's story:
If you’re tired of being slowed down by a nagging ache or sharp pain in your shoulder, then let’s talk.
We offer a free 20-minute phone consultation with one of our physical therapy experts for us to talk about your specific situation and so that you can ask us any questions you like. There is no obligation to book an appointment after the call — that is your decision. Our goal here at District Performance & Physio is to help you figure out your best next step in solving your shoulder pain.
Our customized shoulder pain plans always start with a thorough assessment that finds the root cause of your pain and allows us to develop a customized plan for you, your pain and your goals that allows us to get your shoulder back to the way it used to be. Included in our Shoulder Assessment Plan:
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Thorough history taking
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Postural Screen
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Range of Motion Testing
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Strength Testing
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Functional Testing
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Full Testing of Neck, Elbow, Mid Back to determine other joint involvement
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First treatment session individualized to your goals and findings of above
By performing this extensive assessment we are able to pinpoint both what your pain is and why it’s there. Once we do that we will be able to tailor your plan to make sure you reach your goals.
Instead of continuing to live with your shoulder pain, why don’t you take the first step to getting your full mobility back?