Expert Sports Physical Therapy in Oakton, VA

Whether you're a competitive athlete, weekend warrior, or active adult who refuses to slow down, Aura Wellness & Physical Therapy delivers one-on-one care designed to get you back to what you love — faster and stronger. Our Doctors of Physical Therapy in Oakton target the root cause of your injury, not just the symptoms, so your results last. No referral needed. Your recovery is our mission.

Physical therapist providing one-on-one knee pain treatment to active adult patient at Aura Wellness clinic in Oakton, VA

Still Hurting After Weeks of Generic PT?

Cookie-cutter treatment plans and rushed appointments leave too many athletes and active adults stuck in pain — missing the training, competition, and daily life they love.

You're Treated Like a Number


Large PT clinics rotate you through aides and assistants, giving you the same generic exercises as every other patient. You never see the same provider twice — and it shows in your results.

The Pain Keeps Coming Back


When only the symptoms are addressed, relief is temporary. Without identifying the true root cause of your injury, you're stuck in a cycle of flare-ups that sideline you again and again.

You're Missing the Life You Built


Every week off the field, out of the gym, or away from your running trail isn't just frustrating — it erodes the fitness, confidence, and momentum you've worked so hard to build.

Doctor of Physical Therapy conducting comprehensive knee assessment on patient at Aura Wellness in Oakton, VA

Why Oakton Athletes Choose Aura Wellness

At Aura Wellness & Physical Therapy, every session is one-on-one with a Doctor of Physical Therapy — never an aide, never a rotating provider. We combine evidence-based sports physical therapy with a whole-body approach that finds and fixes the true source of your pain. The result? You don't just recover — you come back stronger, more resilient, and better equipped to stay that way.

  • Root-cause diagnosis — we treat what's actually driving your pain, not just where it hurts
  • Fully personalized plans — your body, your goals, your timeline; no cookie-cutter programs
  • Direct access in Virginia — no referral needed; same expert therapist from first visit to last

Our Process

Your Path to Pain-Free Movement in Just 3 Simple Steps

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1. Schedule Your Assessment 

Meet with our expert Doctor of Physical Therapy to uncover what's really causing your knee pain through a comprehensive whole-body evaluation.

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2. Get Your Custom Treatment Plan

Receive a personalized treatment strategy designed specifically for your body, goals, and lifestyle—no cookie-cutter protocols here.

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3. Return to What You Love 

Get back to running, hiking, sports, and your favorite activities quickly and safely with the confidence that your knee pain won't return.

Physical therapist treating various knee pain conditions including sports injuries and post-surgical recovery at Aura Wellness Oakton clinic

Sports Physical Therapy for Every Injury

Our team of Doctors of Physical Therapy in Oakton, VA treats the full spectrum of sports and orthopedic injuries — from acute strains to chronic overuse conditions. If you've been searching for sports physical therapy near me that actually addresses the root cause, you've found it. We use running gait analysis, functional movement assessment, force plate testing, and hands-on manual therapy to create a recovery plan as unique as your injury.

  • Lower extremity injuries — ACL, meniscus, runner's knee, IT band syndrome, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, ankle sprains, and hip impingement
  • Upper extremity & spine — rotator cuff tears, shoulder impingement, tennis elbow, low back pain, sciatica, and neck pain
  • Concussion, vestibular, & pelvic health — post-concussion symptoms, BPPV/vertigo, pelvic floor dysfunction, and diastasis recti

Real Results from Real Patients in Oakton

“This is a big shout out and THANK YOU to Joe and Carrie at Aura Wellness Experience for the amazing physical therapy services they provide. Their expertise and care have changed my world.

Within 6 weeks of working with Joe, I was back on the trails with ZERO hip and knee pain (a feat I didn't believe possible without serious intervention). I can now easily run 4-5 miles without discomfort and I'm able to run with my son again. I've continued working with Joe so I can remain injury free and learn how to train better for long-term health. I learn something new at every appointment!

I can't recommend Joe and Aura Wellness Experience enough, whether you have specific aches and pains or are just curious to learn more about how your body uniquely functions and what you can do to keep it moving optimally.”
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Alison Relat
“Carrie is absolutely an amazingly skilled PT - she listens, fully assesses, and knows how to work on functional rehabilitation for injuries!  Couldn’t be more grateful!”
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Dawn Wyckoff
“Carrie accomplishes more in a single session than other practices have been able to do in months of weekly visits. Carrie takes a whole-body approach to healing and tailors the treatments to achieve maximum results. My back pain has healed from intense pain disrupting the start of each day to back to normal life. She's now working with my daughter to heal knee pain from sports and helping her strengthen to prevent further injury. Carrie takes the time listen and understand to be able to unravel the causes of pain to maximize healing.”
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Crystal Taets
“My primary care physician recommended this practice. I’ve been working with Joe for 2 1/2 months now with amazing results. I found Joe extremely , talented and knowledgeable, and excellent at showing the movements. None of the movements are very strenuous.”
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David Guerin
“I came to Carrie weak and injured after being depleted from cancer/chemo. She took a “whole body” approach to identify and treat multiple dysfunctions, then methodically worked to bring me to full strength. I’m back to running, lifting, and life! I wholeheartedly recommend Carrie and 
Aura Wellness & PT to get you back on your feet no matter what life deals you.”
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Dianna G.
“Within 6 weeks of working with Joe, I was back on the trails with ZERO hip and knee pain (a feat I didn't believe possible without serious intervention). I can now easily run 4-5 miles without discomfort and I'm able to run with my son again. I've continued working with Joe so I can remain injury free and learn how to train better for long-term health. I learn something new at every appointment!”
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Alison Relat

Meet Your Knee Pain Specialists in Oakton, VA

Expert Doctors of Physical Therapy Dedicated to Your Recovery

Carrie Cothran
Carrie Cothran
Doctor of Physical Therapy & Owner

Doctor of Physical Therapy, Owner, and Functional Strength Coach who specializes in whole-body approaches to knee pain, sports rehabilitation, and manual trigger point therapy. With experience treating everyone from professional athletes to chronic pain patients, Carrie helps you attain a better level of function and well-being.

dale DePue
Dale DePue
Doctor of Physical Therapy & Certified Pilates Instructor

Doctor of Physical Therapy, Certified Pilates Instructor, and Strength and Conditioning Specialist with over 25 years of experience. Dale combines evidence-based physical therapy with Pilates-based rehabilitation to decrease knee pain and improve movement efficiency for lasting results.

Joe Logar
Joe Logar
Doctor of Physical Therapy

Doctor of Physical Therapy with 17 years of experience helping athletes, first responders, and post-operative patients recover from knee injuries. Joe specializes in hands-on manual therapy, injury prevention for young athletes, and getting active adults back to peak performance safely and effectively.

Visit Our Oakton Clinic Today

We're conveniently located in Oakton, just 4 minutes from downtown and easily accessible from Vienna, Fairfax, and Tysons. Find us near Cedar Park Shopping Center and Tysons Corner Center.Conveniently located in central Oakton, just minutes from Cedar Park Shopping Center and Pan Am Shopping Center.



Email:
info@aurawellnessexperience.com
Phone: (301) 882-9369
Office: 2944 Hunter Mill Road, Suite 104 Oakton, VA 22124

Driving Directions:
Just 4 min from downtown Oakton via Chain Bridge Rd and Hunter Mill Rd. Head toward Palmer St, turn right onto Palmer St, left onto Palmer Dr, left onto Hibbard St, left onto Chain Bridge Rd, then right onto Hunter Mill Rd. We're located 0.8 miles from central Oakton.

Your Questions, Answered

Do I need a doctor's referral to start physical therapy at Aura Wellness? 

No — Virginia is a direct-access state, which means you can begin sports physical therapy at Aura Wellness without a physician's referral. Simply contact us to schedule your evaluation and we'll take care of the rest. Getting started is fast and straightforward.

What should I expect during my first appointment? 

Your first visit is a comprehensive, one-on-one evaluation with a Doctor of Physical Therapy. We'll review your full injury history, assess your movement patterns, and use tools like functional movement screening and — when appropriate — running gait analysis or force plate testing to understand exactly what's driving your pain. You'll leave with a clear diagnosis and a personalized treatment plan built around your specific goals.

How is Aura Wellness different from other physical therapy clinics near me?

At Aura Wellness, you'll work exclusively with a Doctor of Physical Therapy — every session, every visit. There are no aides, no rotating providers, and no cookie-cutter programs. We take a whole-body approach that targets the root cause of your condition, not just the symptoms. Combined with advanced modalities like dry needling, manual therapy, and plyometric return-to-sport progressions, our care is designed to help you come back stronger than before — and stay that way.

Still have questions?

We're here to help you understand your options and feel confident about your care.