Expert Running Physical Therapy in Gaithersburg, MD
Tired of being told to stop running? At Alpha Project Phyzio & Performance, our Doctors of Physical Therapy treat the root cause of your injury — not just the symptoms — so you can get back to the miles you love. Serving runners from Gaithersburg and the greater DMV, we offer one-on-one care, running gait analysis, and a plan built around your goals. Maryland Physical Therapy Done Differently.
Still Running Through Pain — Or Not Running at All?
Most runners don't need to stop. They need the right care. If any of this sounds familiar, you're in the right place — and there's a better path forward.
You've Been Told to 'Just Rest'
You've seen other providers, taken time off, maybe even tried new shoes — but the pain keeps coming back the moment you ramp up training again. Rest is not a root-cause solution.
Your Injury Keeps Recurring
Knee pain, shin issues, plantar fasciitis, hip tightness — it flares up every training cycle. Cookie-cutter exercises and generic stretching haven't moved the needle, because they're treating the symptom, not the source.
You're Afraid Your Running Days Are Over
Whether a provider has hinted at surgery or you've simply lost hope, you're not ready to give up on your race goals. You deserve a specialist who runs, understands runners, and has a proven plan to get you back.
Why Gaithersburg Runners Choose Alpha Project
We built Alpha Project Phyzio & Performance for athletes who are done settling for generic care. Every session is one full hour with your Doctor of Physical Therapy — no aides, no rotating staff, no shortcuts. We start with a comprehensive 75-minute evaluation and full-body movement assessment to find what's actually driving your injury. Then we build a plan around your race schedule, your body, and your life.
One-on-one care with a Doctor of Physical Therapy for the full hour, every single visit — no assistants or techs
Cash-based, fully transparent pricing with HSA/FSA accepted and superbills provided — you will never receive a surprise bill
Typically just one visit per week, because our DPTs are runners and athletes who design programs that do the heavy lifting between sessions
"After seeing Veronica, we realized my pelvic floor muscles were too tight — causing tailbone pain AND pain during intercourse. Around session 3, I felt the difference. A year later, I am tailbone pain-free!"
Your Path Back to Running Starts Here — 3 Simple Steps
Step 1: Full-Body Evaluation
Your first visit is a 75-minute deep dive. Your DPT will assess your movement patterns, running form, and injury history to identify the true root cause — not just where it hurts. No assumptions, no cookie-cutter protocols.
Step 2: Your Personalized Plan
Based on your evaluation, we build a targeted rehab plan designed around your goals, race calendar, and schedule. Weekly one-on-one sessions, a home-exercise app with instructional videos, and ongoing coaching keep you progressing between visits.
Step 3: Return to Running — Stronger
We don't just get you back to running — we make you more durable. Through our Rehab → Bulletproof → Performance process, you'll resolve your current injury, correct underlying imbalances, and build the resilience to stay pain-free for the long haul.
Running Physical Therapy for the Injuries That Slow You Down
Whether you're a 5K runner, a marathoner, a triathlete, or a CrossFit athlete dealing with a nagging overuse injury, our Gaithersburg-area running physical therapy team has helped over 1,000 active adults in Maryland move and perform better. We treat the full spectrum of running-related and athletic injuries — from lower-extremity issues to pelvic floor dysfunction — with the same root-cause, one-on-one approach.
Running injuries: knee pain, shin splints, plantar fasciitis, ACL rehabilitation, and hip and ankle dysfunction
Pelvic health: pelvic pain, tailbone pain, incontinence/leakage, painful intercourse, diastasis recti, and endometriosis pain support
Sports performance: return-to-sport after ACL surgery, injury prevention, mobility and strength for CrossFit, weightlifting, soccer, lacrosse, and Hyrox
Real Results from Real Runners & Athletes
5.0 stars across 28 Google reviews — see what our patients say.
“I came to Dr. Matt after dealing with metatarsalgia pain for over a year that forced me to stop running completely. After my first visit, I finally felt like I had a plan. The exercises he gave me each week actually made a difference. I can run again and enjoy being active without constantly worrying about pain.”
“After giving birth, I struggled with extreme lower back pain and felt totally out of sync with my body. Signing up for pelvic floor physical therapy changed everything. By session 5, I felt noticeably better—and by session 10, I was 95% healed. This experience was truly life-changing.”
“I was looking for a physio that would not only get me running again but would help me because I keep getting injured. APP&P did detailed analysis of where I was weak and gave me exercises to strengthen those areas. If you’re a runner who keeps getting injured, I recommend booking with these guys. The best physical therapy advice I have received!”
Meet Your Running Physical Therapy Specialists in the Gaithersburg & Frederick Area
Doctors of Physical Therapy who are athletes, runners, and specialists — not generalists.
Dr. Matt is a coach, educator, and author of Built To Run. A former collegiate distance runner, he founded Alpha Project after experiencing the frustration of traditional PT firsthand. He specializes in running injuries, ACL rehab, and helping athletes get back to peak performance.
Dr. Matthew Silver, DPT
Dr. Rebecca played soccer collegiately at Manhattanville University and for the Honduran National Teams (U-20 and Senior). After retiring early due to injury, she pursued PT to provide the quality care she wished she'd received. She specializes in ACL recovery and team sports rehab.
Dr. Rebecca Breve, DPT
Visit Our Gaithersburg Physical Therapy Clinic
Conveniently located near Route 270, just minutes from Germantown, Rockville, and Clarksburg. We're here to help you get back to doing what you love.
Email:
info@alphaprojectphyzio.com
Phone:
(301) 337-8095
Office:
610 Professional Dr STE 230, Gaithersburg, MD 20879
We're just off Route 270 near Professional Drive, less than 10 minutes from Germantown and Clarksburg. Close to Quince Orchard High School and Lakeforest Mall area.