No referrals. No rushed sessions. No being passed off to a tech. Whether you are a busy professional, a senior without a ride, or someone recovering from surgery — Dr. Baskaron brings expert, one-on-one physical therapy directly to your home.
Home Visits
We Come to You
No driving, no parking, no waiting. Dr. Baskaron comes to your home on your schedule — mornings, evenings, and weekends available. Perfect for busy people and those without easy transportation.
Doctoral Care
Doctor of Physical Therapy, Every Session
Every visit is led by Dr. Michail Baskaron, DPT — not a tech, not an aide. You receive doctoral-level expertise from the first minute to the last.
Real Results
Quality Over Quantity
In a traditional clinic, you might spend 24 visits barely moving the needle. With one focused hour of one-on-one care, patients often achieve in 10–12 sessions what a clinic cannot accomplish in 24.
Transparent Pricing
Cash-Based & Honest
Simple, upfront pricing — no surprise bills. A superbill is provided as needed for physical therapy visits so you can seek out-of-network insurance reimbursement. Pricing varies by location within Northern Virginia and DC.
All Ages Welcome
From 20s to 80s
From athletes recovering from surgery to seniors preventing falls and recovering from stroke — Dr. Baskaron brings specialized expertise for every stage of life and every diagnosis.
Virtual Option
Online Sessions Available
Prefer to work virtually? Online physical therapy and personal training sessions are available — same expert guidance, no commute required.
Ready to Feel Better — at Home or Online?
Book a private session with Dr. Baskaron. Serving Northern Virginia and the DC area, with online sessions available everywhere.
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About
Meet Dr. Michail Baskaron, DPT
A Doctor of Physical Therapy with a genuine passion for helping people heal — and the personal experience to back it up.
Dr. Michail Baskaron
Doctor of Physical Therapy · DPT
Passionate About People. Driven by Results.
Northern Virginia & DC · Private Home Physical Therapy
“My goal is simple — help every person get back to doing what they love. Watching a patient reach their goal genuinely makes me happy. That is why I do this.”
— Dr. Michail Baskaron, DPT
Dr. Michail Baskaron is a Doctor of Physical Therapy with a genuine passion for helping people heal. As a swimmer who has personally experienced and recovered from injury, he understands what recovery really feels like. He brings that empathy to every patient he works with — treating the person, not just the diagnosis.
After years in traditional clinics, Dr. Baskaron grew frustrated watching insurance companies dictate how many patients a therapist must see per day, sacrificing quality for volume. He founded PT & Fitness so every patient gets a full hour, his full attention, and a plan built entirely around them. He believes deeply that the right exercises, done consistently, can fix almost anything.
His clinical career spans a wide range of diagnoses. He has a special passion for pre- and post-operative rehabilitation, the 60+ community, fall prevention, and stroke rehabilitation — areas where focused, consistent therapy makes a dramatic, life-changing difference in a short period of time.
Background
Lifelong swimmer with personal experience in injury recovery
Passion
Music and singing — creativity is part of great care
Specialty
Pre & post-operative orthopedic rehab, 60+ community
Philosophy
Consistency + the right exercises = lasting results
Book with Dr. BaskaronWhat to Expect
Service
Dry Needling
Precision trigger point therapy for deep muscle relief — especially effective for upper trap tension and glute pain.
Each dry needling session is 30 minutes. Most patients feel meaningful relief after their very first visit — particularly in the upper traps, neck, and glutes.
Dry needling uses thin, sterile needles inserted directly into trigger points — tight, knotted bands of muscle that cause local pain and referred pain throughout the body. When the needle contacts the trigger point, it creates a brief muscle release that breaks the pain cycle at its source. This technique is rooted in Western anatomy and neuroscience, and is particularly powerful for relieving chronic muscle tension that has not responded to other treatments.
It is especially helpful for upper trap tightness — that stubborn tension in your neck and shoulders that never seems to go away — and for glute pain, which is often misdiagnosed and undertreated in traditional clinic settings.
Benefits of Dry Needling
Releases deep trigger points that massage alone cannot reach
Immediate reduction in muscle tension and referred pain
Restores blood flow and oxygen to tight, restricted tissue
Resets overactive pain signals in the nervous system
Improves range of motion, often within one session
Speeds recovery for athletes and post-surgical patients
Results are long-lasting — not just temporary relief
Risks & Side Effects
Dry needling is very safe when performed by a trained Doctor of Physical Therapy. Side effects are usually mild and short-lived:
Muscle soreness for 24–48 hours (similar to after a workout)
Minor bruising or bleeding at needle sites
Temporary fatigue following the session
Rare: brief dizziness during or after treatment
Not recommended during pregnancy or with certain bleeding disorders
Dr. Baskaron reviews your health history before every session to ensure dry needling is safe and appropriate for you.
Muscle Coverage — What Is and Is Not Treated
Dry needling is performed across most major muscle groups. For patient safety, muscles in the lung field are excluded:
Serving Northern Virginia & DC. Session pricing varies by location. A superbill is provided as needed for PT visits. Contact Dr. Baskaron to confirm availability in your area.
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30-minute sessions performed in your home with full clinical attention from Dr. Baskaron, DPT.
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Service
Therapeutic Massage
Focused 30-minute clinical massage sessions that target your tightest, most painful muscles — trigger point release that actually lasts.
This is not a relaxation massage — it is skilled, clinical manual therapy. Every 30 minutes is strategically focused on the muscles causing your pain, with no wasted time.
Dr. Baskaron begins each session with a quick assessment to identify your priority areas, then applies targeted trigger point pressure, myofascial release, and deep tissue work on the muscles causing you the most pain and restriction. Sessions are performed in your home — no commute, no waiting room.
Primary Focus Areas
Neck & Upper Traps — the #1 area of tension from desk work, driving, and daily stress
Lower Back — paraspinal muscles and surrounding tissue that limit movement and cause daily aching
Any area of pain or tightness — every session is customized to your body that day
What Therapeutic Massage Does
Immediate pain reduction by activating the body's natural analgesic response
Restored range of motion as tight tissue releases around the joints
Better sleep and recovery through improved circulation
Reduced muscle guarding that contributes to chronic, recurring pain
Serving Northern Virginia & DC. Sessions are 30 minutes. A superbill is provided as needed for PT visits. Contact us to book or ask about combining massage with other services.
Feel Better in Just 30 Minutes
Book your therapeutic massage session in the comfort of your own home.
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Service
Assisted Stretching
Long-lasting flexibility gains through expert, hands-on technique — results you simply cannot achieve stretching on your own.
Most people stretch the wrong muscles, in the wrong direction, with the wrong technique. One assisted stretching session with Dr. Baskaron produces more lasting results than months of self-stretching.
Dr. Baskaron uses PNF (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation) and passive stretch techniques to override the body's natural stretch reflex — allowing much deeper, longer-lasting range-of-motion gains. You also leave with a custom home routine designed specifically for your tight areas.
Why Assisted Stretching Produces Better Results
Deeper gains through neurological override of the stretch reflex
Expert guidance to the exact angle your body needs
Targets the specific muscles causing your pain
Safe for all ages and post-surgical patients
Long-lasting flexibility, not just temporary looseness
Addresses muscle imbalances driving chronic pain
Custom home routine so gains continue between sessions
Reduces injury risk by restoring proper movement patterns
Hamstrings
The most commonly tight muscle. Tight hamstrings pull on the pelvis and cause lower back pain, limiting nearly every movement pattern.
Hip Flexors & Glutes
Shortened from sitting all day, tight hip flexors tilt the pelvis forward and cause chronic low back pain. Tight glutes can compress the sciatic nerve.
Chest (Pectorals)
Desk workers develop shortened chest muscles that pull the shoulders forward — the root cause of most neck and upper back pain.
Calves & IT Band
Tight calves and IT band alter how you walk and run, overloading the knees, hips, and lower back in compensatory patterns.
Neck & Upper Back
Chronic neck tension and upper back stiffness often trace back to tight suboccipital muscles and lats that restrict your entire shoulder complex.
Any Muscle in the Body
If your body is tight somewhere, there is a way to stretch it properly. Dr. Baskaron covers every major muscle group and teaches you how to maintain gains at home.
Serving Northern Virginia & DC. Session length and pricing vary depending on your needs and location. Contact us to find the right combination for you.
Finally Get Flexible — and Stay That Way
Book an assisted stretching session and leave with a custom home routine that delivers results that last.
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Service
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Expert pre- and post-operative rehab — from your first day home after surgery to full return to the activities you love.
Just because you had a knee replacement does not mean pickleball, hiking, or an active life are off the table. With the right program, you can return to everything you love — safely and confidently.
Dr. Baskaron has extensive expertise in post-operative orthopedic patients. Knee replacement is a specialty, but post-op rehab is available for any surgery. Home-based PT is ideal for post-surgical patients — no transportation challenges, no risk of re-injury commuting, and rehab that happens right where you live.
Prehab: Before Surgery
Strengthen the muscles around your joint before the procedure
Prehab significantly speeds post-op recovery time
Reduce swelling risk and improve surgical outcomes
Mentally and physically prepare your body for the process ahead
Post-Op: Recovery & Return
Immediate pain and swelling management
Progressive range-of-motion restoration
Gait retraining and functional movement
Strengthening tailored to post-surgical biomechanics
Return to sport, recreation, and full daily life
Return to Pickleball & Recreation
One of the most common goals after knee replacement. Dr. Baskaron builds programs specifically designed to get you back on the court — safely and completely.
Walk Confidently Again
Regaining pain-free, confident walking is often the first major milestone. Every program builds progressively from this foundation upward.
Home Is the Best Place to Rehab
After surgery, getting to a clinic is a real barrier. Dr. Baskaron comes to you — reducing risk, improving comfort, and making consistency easier so results come faster.
Serving Northern Virginia & DC. All post-surgical PT visits include a superbill as needed for out-of-network insurance reimbursement. Contact Dr. Baskaron to build your recovery plan.
Your Recovery Starts Here
Contact Dr. Baskaron to discuss your surgery and build a recovery plan around your specific goals.
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Service
Fall Prevention & Stroke Rehabilitation
Specialized care for the 60+ community — maintaining independence, preventing falls, and recovering function after a stroke.
Falls are the leading cause of injury in adults over 65 — and most are preventable. Dr. Baskaron specializes in working with older adults to build the strength, balance, and confidence needed to stay safe and independent at home.
A Special Passion for Older Adults
One of the most rewarding parts of Dr. Baskaron's career has been working with the 60+ community. He believes that aging does not have to mean losing independence or living in fear of falling. With the right strength, balance, and movement training — delivered in the home where patients actually live — dramatic improvements happen quickly.
Home-based PT is especially powerful for older adults. Rehab happens on the actual stairs, in the actual hallways, with the actual furniture you navigate every day. That real-world context makes every exercise immediately meaningful and practical.
Fall Prevention
Balance and proprioception training
Gait analysis and correction
Leg and core strengthening for stability
Home safety assessment — identifying fall hazards
Build confidence moving in and outside your home
Stroke Rehabilitation
Upper and lower extremity movement restoration
Strength and coordination recovery
Walking and gait retraining
Functional task training for daily life activities
Family and caregiver education included
Rehab Where You Live
Rehab on your actual stairs, in your kitchen, with your furniture. Real context produces real results that transfer to real life immediately.
No Transportation Needed
For older adults or stroke patients who cannot easily travel, in-home PT eliminates the biggest barrier to consistent, quality care.
Age Is Not a Ceiling
Dr. Baskaron believes it is never too late to get stronger, more balanced, and more independent. Every patient starts where they are and builds from there.
Serving Northern Virginia & DC. All PT visits include a superbill as needed for out-of-network reimbursement. Contact Dr. Baskaron to discuss your specific situation.
Stay Strong. Stay Independent. Stay Home.
Book a fall prevention or stroke rehab session — Dr. Baskaron comes to you.
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Service
Ergonomics & Posture
Fix your workspace setup and your posture habits — and eliminate the root cause of neck, shoulder, and back pain from desk work.
If you sit at a desk for several hours a day, your workspace is almost certainly contributing to your pain. One on-site evaluation can identify and fix the issues that have been quietly building up for years — before they become chronic problems that are much harder to treat.
What Poor Posture Actually Does to Your Body
Most people think of posture as just looking bad. The truth is that poor posture creates real, measurable physical damage over time — and it affects far more than just your back.
Chronic neck pain and tension headaches — every inch your head moves forward adds roughly 10 lbs of load on your cervical spine
Upper back tightness and pain — rounded shoulders stretch and weaken the muscles between your shoulder blades, causing constant tension
Lower back pain — sitting with a forward-tilted pelvis compresses the lumbar discs and strains the muscles that support your spine all day long
Shoulder impingement — rolled-forward shoulders narrow the space where tendons must move, leading to pain, catching, and eventual rotator cuff damage
Reduced breathing capacity — a hunched posture compresses the ribcage and limits how deeply you can breathe, affecting energy and focus
Hip flexor tightness and hip pain — prolonged sitting shortens the hip flexors, which then pull on the pelvis and lower back with every step you take
Fatigue and reduced circulation — poor posture restricts blood flow and forces your muscles to work harder just to hold you upright
Wrist, elbow and forearm pain — incorrect keyboard and mouse position leads to repetitive strain injuries that worsen over months and years
The good news: most of these issues are fully reversible with the right ergonomic setup, posture retraining, and targeted exercises. Dr. Baskaron addresses all of it in a single home or office visit.
Dr. Baskaron provides on-site ergonomic evaluations at your home or office. Monitor height, chair position, keyboard placement, screen distance — small misalignments compound into serious problems over time. He identifies and corrects these issues directly, then builds a custom exercise routine to keep desk work from undoing your progress.
What the Evaluation Covers
Full workstation assessment — monitor, chair, keyboard, mouse placement
Posture analysis in your actual work position
Hands-on adjustments and setup corrections
Identification of movement habits causing repetitive strain
Custom desk exercise program for your workday
Posture Correction Training
Forward head posture — the most common desk-related issue
Rounded shoulders and upper back rounding
Low back posture and anterior pelvic tilt
Movement retraining — how to sit, stand, and transition properly
Strengthening the muscles that hold good posture effortlessly
Serving Northern Virginia & DC. Ergonomics visits are available as standalone sessions or combined with PT treatment. A superbill is provided as needed when part of a PT visit. Pricing varies by location.
One Visit Can Fix Years of Bad Setup
Book an ergonomics evaluation and leave with a workspace that supports your body instead of breaking it down.
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Service
Personal Training
DPT-led personal training — the safest, smartest way to get stronger, lose weight, and move better, regardless of your diagnosis.
Why guess with a trainer when you can work with a Doctor of Physical Therapy? Dr. Baskaron designs and supervises your entire program with the clinical knowledge to keep you safe and moving forward.
What Sets DPT-Led Training Apart
Most personal trainers are not trained to work with individuals after surgery, manage pain during exercise, or recognize the early signs of injury. They make educated guesses. Dr. Baskaron brings doctoral-level anatomy, biomechanics, and clinical expertise to every training session — so you build strength without putting yourself at risk.
Sessions happen in your home or online. No gym, no commute, no waiting for equipment. Just a program built entirely around your body, your goals, and your medical history.
Post-Surgical Conditioning
Programs designed around your surgical history and tissue healing timelines. Get strong in a way that is clinically safe — not a guess from a trainer who has never treated a post-op patient.
Weight Loss Programs
Evidence-based exercise programming for sustainable weight loss — built around your fitness level, any pain limitations, and your real lifestyle.
Return to Sport & Recreation
Pickleball, golf, tennis, hiking — a structured return-to-activity program gets you back on the court or trail safely, with the mechanics to stay there.
Desk Workers & Professionals
Targeted programs that counteract the specific muscle imbalances caused by prolonged sitting, combined with posture training and mobility work.
Active Aging (60+)
Functional strength training focused on maintaining independence, reducing fall risk, and staying active in the life you love well into your later years.
General Strength & Conditioning
Correct technique, safe progressions, and a program that builds real functional strength for everyday life and long-term health.
Insurance Note
Personal training sessions are cash-based only. Superbills and insurance reimbursement do not apply to personal training — only to physical therapy visits. Online personal training may not have the option for superbill reimbursement.
Serving Northern Virginia & DC in-home, plus online sessions available everywhere. Session pricing and duration vary based on your needs and location.
Train Smarter. Get Stronger. Stay Safe.
Why guess with a trainer when you can work with a Doctor of Physical Therapy?
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Service
Online PT & Personal Training
The same expert care — live on your screen, from wherever you are in the world.
Not in Northern Virginia or DC? Travel frequently? Online sessions bring doctoral-level PT and personal training expertise directly to your screen — no commute, no scheduling barriers.
Online sessions are conducted via a secure, easy-to-use video platform. A phone, tablet, or computer with a camera is all you need. Dr. Baskaron guides you through assessments, exercise instruction, and coaching in real time — adapting the session based on what he observes and how you respond.
Online Physical Therapy
Movement Assessment & Diagnosis
Thorough virtual evaluation of your condition, symptoms, and movement patterns
Exercise Prescription & Coaching
Customized rehab programs guided live with real-time form correction
Superbill Provided As Needed
Submit to your insurance for out-of-network PT reimbursement
Online Personal Training
Weight Loss & Strength Programs
Customized exercise plans coached live by a DPT who understands your body
Post-Surgical Conditioning
Safe, progressive programming after any surgery — guided by clinical expertise
Insurance Note
Online personal training is cash-based only. Superbill reimbursement may not be available for online training sessions.
No Geographic Limits
Available to anyone, anywhere — not just Northern Virginia and DC. Expert DPT care accessible no matter where you are located.
Easy to Join
A phone, tablet, or computer with a camera is all you need. Dr. Baskaron sends a secure link — you click and you are in within seconds.
Perfect for Follow-Up Care
After completing in-home sessions, continue your progress online. Regular check-ins and program updates keep results going without requiring travel.
Start Online Today
Book your first online session with Dr. Baskaron and get expert physical therapy or personal training from anywhere.
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Service
General Physical Therapy
You don’t need a specific diagnosis to benefit from physical therapy. If something hurts, moves poorly, or limits your life — Dr. Baskaron can help, right in your home.
Physical therapy is not just for people recovering from surgery. If you have neck pain from sitting at a desk, a sore shoulder, persistent lower back tightness, or sciatica that flares up — you deserve the same expert care, in the comfort of your own home, on your schedule.
Busy People
Home PT on Your Schedule
No time to drive to a clinic and sit in a waiting room? Dr. Baskaron comes to you — mornings, evenings, and weekends. One full hour, zero commute. Perfect for professionals, parents, and anyone whose schedule does not leave room for traditional PT.
Home Equipment
Use What You Already Have
Have resistance bands, dumbbells, a foam roller, or exercise equipment at home but not sure how to use them safely? Dr. Baskaron builds your program around your existing equipment, teaches you the correct technique for every exercise, and makes sure you are building strength — not creating new injuries.
Pain Management
Treat It Before It Gets Worse
Many people wait until pain is debilitating before seeking help. If something has been bothering you for weeks or months, early intervention saves you time, money, and suffering. A few targeted sessions now is far better than months of treatment later.
Conditions Treated
Every Joint, Every Body Part
Dr. Baskaron treats the full spectrum of musculoskeletal conditions. Here are the most common areas people come to him for help:
Focus Area
Neck Pain & Cervical Spine
Neck pain is one of the most common complaints Dr. Baskaron treats. Whether it is stiffness from sleeping wrong, tension from desk work, radiating pain down the arm, or a more serious cervical condition — targeted treatment produces fast, lasting results.
Cervical disc herniation and nerve impingement
Tension headaches originating from the neck
Stiffness and limited range of motion
Whiplash and trauma-related neck pain
Radiating pain, numbness, or tingling into the arm
Treatment Approach & Home Exercises
Manual therapy & dry needling to release the upper traps, levator scapula, and deep cervical muscles
Chin tucks — gentle cervical retraction exercises that restore the natural curve of the neck and reduce forward head posture
Cervical stretches for the scalenes, SCM, and upper trap to reduce muscle-driven tension
Deep neck flexor strengthening to stabilize the cervical spine long-term
Posture correction and ergonomic guidance for desk setup
Focus Area
Shoulder Pain & Rotator Cuff
The shoulder is the most mobile joint in the body — and because of that mobility, it is also one of the most vulnerable. Whether you have impingement, a rotator cuff strain, frozen shoulder, or just persistent achiness when reaching overhead, Dr. Baskaron addresses the root cause rather than just managing the symptom.
Rotator cuff strains and partial tears
Shoulder impingement syndrome
Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis)
AC joint pain and instability
Post-surgical shoulder rehabilitation
Treatment Approach & Home Exercises
Manual joint mobilization to restore shoulder blade mechanics and glenohumeral range of motion
Pendulum exercises for frozen shoulder — gentle gravity-assisted movement that improves capsule mobility
Rotator cuff strengthening with resistance bands: external rotation, scaption, and shoulder press progressions
Scapular stabilization exercises including rows, wall slides, and prone Y’s to restore proper movement patterns
Pectoral and lat stretching to release the muscles pulling the shoulder into a poor position
Focus Area
Lower Back Pain & Lumbar Spine
Lower back pain is one of the leading causes of disability worldwide — and one of the most treatable conditions in physical therapy. Whether yours is acute from a sudden movement, chronic from years of sitting, or related to a disc issue or spinal stenosis, a targeted home PT program can make a significant difference.
Acute and chronic lower back pain
Lumbar disc herniation and bulge
Spinal stenosis and degenerative disc disease
Muscle strains and spasms
Sacroiliac (SI) joint dysfunction
Treatment Approach & Home Exercises
Dry needling of the lumbar paraspinals for deep muscle release when manual therapy is not enough
McKenzie method exercises (extension-based) — press-ups and standing extensions to centralize disc-related pain
Glute and core activation — bird-dogs, dead bugs, and bridges to build the foundation that protects the lower back
Hip flexor stretching to reduce anterior pelvic tilt and lumbar compression
Proper body mechanics training — how to lift, bend, sit, and move in ways that protect your back every day
Focus Area
Sciatica & Nerve Pain
Sciatica — that shooting, burning, or electric pain that travels from the lower back down through the glute and leg — is one of the most uncomfortable and misunderstood conditions in physical therapy. It is almost always treatable without surgery. The key is identifying the true source: is it a disc, a tight piriformis, stenosis, or something else? Dr. Baskaron finds the cause and treats it directly.
Lumbar disc herniation pressing on the sciatic nerve
Piriformis syndrome (the piriformis muscle compressing the nerve)
Spinal stenosis causing leg pain and weakness
Spondylolisthesis-related nerve compression
Referred pain from SI joint or hip dysfunction
Treatment Approach & Home Exercises
Nerve flossing and neural mobilization — gentle gliding exercises that reduce sciatic nerve irritation and restore normal nerve movement
Piriformis stretching and dry needling if muscular compression is the cause
McKenzie or lumbar flexion exercises depending on whether extension or flexion relieves your specific pain
Core stabilization to reduce spinal instability and nerve load during daily movements
Lifestyle guidance — positions to avoid, how to sleep, sit, and move to prevent flare-ups during recovery
All Joints & Conditions
Every Joint Can Be Treated
In addition to the neck, shoulder, lower back, and sciatica, Dr. Baskaron treats pain and dysfunction throughout the entire body:
Hip Pain & Stiffness
Bursitis, labral tears, hip flexor tightness, IT band
Knee Pain
Patellofemoral, meniscus, IT band, ACL, general arthritis
Any acute or chronic sports-related musculoskeletal injury
General Stiffness & Mobility
Whole-body flexibility, movement quality, active aging
Don't See Yours?
If it hurts or limits your movement, reach out — it can almost certainly be treated
Serving Northern Virginia & DC for in-home visits, with online sessions available everywhere. Superbill provided as needed for out-of-network insurance reimbursement. Pricing varies by location — contact Dr. Baskaron for details.
Just Need PT at Home? That Is Exactly What This Is.
No complicated diagnosis needed. No long waiting list. Just one call, and Dr. Baskaron comes to your home ready to evaluate, treat, and build a plan around your life.
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Why Home PT
The Clinic Model Was Not Built for You
Here is what really happens in a traditional clinic — and why private home PT consistently delivers better outcomes.
Why Dr. Baskaron Left the Clinic
"After working in traditional clinic settings, I saw firsthand how the insurance model fails patients. Insurance companies dictate how many patients a therapist must see per day — often 10, 12, or more. That pace makes quality care impossible. You get 10 minutes of hands-on time, then you are passed to a tech doing hot packs while the therapist rushes to the next patient."
"I watched patients come in 24 times and barely improve — not because physical therapy does not work, but because the system does not allow real treatment. The same patients, given one focused hour of one-on-one care, could achieve in 10 to 12 sessions what the clinic could not accomplish in 24. So I left. I built PT & Fitness because patients deserve better."
The Traditional Clinic
Wait 2–4 weeks just to get your first appointment
Drive, park, and sit in a waiting room
10–15 rushed minutes with the actual therapist
Remaining time with an aide doing heat packs
The same program used for every patient with your diagnosis
Your therapist is managing 8–12 patients simultaneously
Commuting while in pain before the session even begins
24 visits that barely move the needle
Private Home PT with Dr. Baskaron
Same-week appointments — no waiting
No driving, no parking, no waiting room — ever
Every minute of your session with a Doctor of Physical Therapy
No aides, no techs — doctoral expertise the entire time
A plan built entirely around your body, your goals, your life
One patient at a time — you are the only focus
Rehab in your real environment: your stairs, your chairs, your home
12 focused hours delivering what 24 clinic visits cannot
For Busy People
No time to commute and sit in a waiting room? Dr. Baskaron comes to you on your schedule — mornings, evenings, and weekends are all available.
For Those Without a Ride
Seniors, post-surgical patients, and anyone without easy transportation no longer have to miss out on quality PT. The care comes to you.
One-on-One Care, Every Time
You will never be left on a table with a heat pack. Every minute of your session is direct, focused care from a Doctor of Physical Therapy.
You Deserve Better Than 15 Minutes and a Hot Pack
Experience what a full hour of focused, doctoral-level in-home care can do. Serving Northern Virginia and the DC area.
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First Visit
What Happens at Your First Session
Here is exactly what to expect when Dr. Baskaron arrives at your home for the very first time.
Every first session is approximately one hour. You will receive both a full evaluation and hands-on treatment — you will leave feeling better than when Dr. Baskaron arrived.
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Comprehensive Evaluation — Thorough, Not Rushed
Your first session begins with a full, unhurried evaluation. Dr. Baskaron reviews your medical history, current symptoms, medications, past treatments, and any imaging you have. He then performs a detailed hands-on physical exam — assessing your posture, movement patterns, strength, flexibility, and the specific structures causing your pain. This is not a quick 5-minute intake. It is a real clinical assessment designed to understand why you hurt, not just where.
Have any relevant medical records, imaging reports, or surgical notes available. Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that allows movement.
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Your Goals Come First
Before any treatment begins, Dr. Baskaron asks what you want to get back to. Whether that is walking up stairs without pain, returning to pickleball, sleeping through the night, or simply feeling like yourself again — your personal goal shapes everything about the plan.
Think about: what would you do differently if the pain were gone?
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Hands-On Treatment Starts Today
The first session is not just talking. After the evaluation, Dr. Baskaron begins treatment right away — whether that is manual therapy, dry needling, assisted stretching, or therapeutic exercise, based on what he finds. There are no wasted visits.
Most patients feel a noticeable difference before the session ends.
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A Detailed, Customized Plan — Built for You Specifically
Before he leaves, Dr. Baskaron explains your personalized treatment plan in plain language — what he found during the evaluation, what is causing your symptoms, which techniques will be used, and roughly how many sessions to expect. There are no vague promises or one-size-fits-all programs here. Every plan is tailored specifically to your body, your diagnosis, your lifestyle, and your goals. Every question you have is answered before he walks out the door.
Most patients see meaningful improvement in 4–12 sessions. Dr. Baskaron will give you an honest, realistic estimate based on your specific situation.
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Home Exercise Program
You will receive a simple, clear home exercise program to do between sessions. What you do between visits is just as important as the session itself. Dr. Baskaron keeps it practical — exercises you can actually fit into your day, with clear instructions for how to do them correctly.
The right exercises, done consistently, are the foundation of every lasting recovery.
Service Area & Scheduling
Dr. Baskaron serves Northern Virginia and the Washington DC area for in-home visits. Online sessions are available everywhere. Session pricing varies based on your location and the services needed. Same-week appointments are typically available. Contact Dr. Baskaron directly to confirm availability.
Ready to Get Started?
Book your first session — Dr. Baskaron will handle everything from there.
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FAQ & Insurance
Honest Answers to Common Questions
Everything you need to know about pricing, insurance, superbills, and what makes PT & Fitness different.
Cash-Based Care — Simple & Transparent
PT & Fitness does not bill insurance directly. This means no authorization delays, no limits on your treatment, and 100% of Dr. Baskaron's attention on your care — not on paperwork. For physical therapy visits, a superbill is provided as needed so you can seek out-of-network reimbursement. Personal training is cash-based only. Online personal training may not have the option for superbill reimbursement.
Superbill Provided As Needed (PT Visits)
Submit to your insurer for out-of-network reimbursement. Many patients recover a meaningful portion of costs.
HSA / FSA Accepted
Physical therapy visits are typically HSA/FSA eligible. Confirm with your plan provider.
Pricing Varies by Location
Session fees vary within Northern Virginia and DC based on travel distance. Contact us for specifics.
PT & Fitness is a cash-based practice and does not bill insurance directly. This allows Dr. Baskaron to provide full, one-on-one doctoral-level care without the restrictions that insurance-driven clinics face. For physical therapy visits, a superbill is provided as needed so you can seek out-of-network reimbursement from your insurance company.
A superbill is an insurance-formatted receipt containing diagnosis codes, procedure codes, provider credentials, and session details. After each PT visit (as needed), Dr. Baskaron provides one. You submit it directly to your insurance company to request out-of-network reimbursement. The amount you receive depends on your plan's out-of-network benefits.
No. Superbills apply to physical therapy visits only. Insurance does not reimburse personal training. Online personal training may also not have the option for superbill reimbursement. If you receive both PT and personal training, superbills will be issued for the PT portions only.
Yes — HSA and FSA funds can typically be used for physical therapy visits with Dr. Baskaron. Personal training may qualify depending on your plan and whether there is documented medical need. The superbill provided after PT visits supports any documentation requirements.
Dr. Baskaron serves Northern Virginia and the Washington DC area for in-home visits. Session pricing varies based on your specific location within the service area. Online sessions are available to anyone, anywhere. Contact us to confirm availability at your address.
Session pricing varies depending on the service type, session duration, and your location within Northern Virginia and DC. Please contact Dr. Baskaron directly for transparent pricing details — he will be straightforward about all costs before you book.
In most states, you can see a Doctor of Physical Therapy directly without a physician referral — this is called direct access. Dr. Baskaron welcomes self-referred patients. If your insurance requires a referral to process your superbill reimbursement, he recommends obtaining one from your primary care physician.
Every patient is different. Many patients see significant improvement in 4–12 focused, hour-long sessions — results that often take 24 or more clinic visits to achieve in a traditional setting. After your first session, Dr. Baskaron will give you a clear, honest assessment and recommended timeline. There are no mandatory packages — you are always in control.
Please give at least 24 hours notice for cancellations or rescheduling. Late cancellations or no-shows may be subject to a cancellation fee. Life happens — just reach out as early as possible and we will always work with you.
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Patient Forms
Patient Intake & Informed Consent
Please complete this form before your first session. Your information is kept private and sent directly to Dr. Baskaron.
Patient Information
Reason for Visit & Medical History
Informed Consent for Physical Therapy Treatment
Please read each section carefully before signing.
Nature of Treatment: Physical therapy includes hands-on manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, dry needling, assisted stretching, and related clinical interventions. Dr. Michail Baskaron, DPT, will perform a thorough evaluation and design a treatment plan based on your specific condition and goals.
Benefits: Physical therapy may reduce pain, improve mobility and strength, restore function, accelerate recovery from surgery or injury, improve balance and coordination, and enhance overall quality of life.
Risks: As with any medical treatment, there are potential risks including temporary soreness or discomfort following treatment, minor bruising, rare adverse reactions, and the possibility that symptoms may temporarily worsen before improving. Dry needling specifically may cause localized muscle soreness, minor bruising, or rare brief dizziness. Dr. Baskaron takes every precaution to minimize these risks and reviews your health history before each session.
Dry Needling Consent: If dry needling is included in your treatment, you acknowledge that thin sterile needles will be inserted into muscle tissue, that you may experience a brief local twitch response, and that muscle soreness lasting 24–48 hours is common and expected.
Voluntary Participation: Your participation is entirely voluntary. You may refuse any specific intervention, request modifications, or stop treatment at any time without penalty or negative consequence.
Professional Boundaries: All physical therapy treatment is conducted in a professional, clinically appropriate manner at all times. You have the right to have a chaperone present during any session. All physical contact is strictly therapeutic and clinical in nature. This consent does not authorize any non-clinical, personal, or sexual contact of any kind. Any behavior perceived as inappropriate should be reported immediately.
Privacy: Your personal health information is kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with any third party without your written consent, except as required by law.
Financial Responsibility: You are responsible for payment at the time of service. PT & Fitness is a cash-based practice. A superbill will be provided as needed for physical therapy visits upon request for out-of-network insurance submission. Personal training sessions are cash-based only and are not eligible for superbill reimbursement.
Patient Signature
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Your intake form has been submitted. Dr. Baskaron will review it and reach out to confirm your appointment within 24 hours. For questions, email Michailbaskaron@gmail.com
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Send Dr. Baskaron a message — he will respond within 24 hours to discuss your needs and schedule your first session.
Why Patients Choose Dr. Baskaron
Same-week appointments — no long waits
Doctor of Physical Therapy every session — no aides
Full hour of focused, one-on-one care
We come to you — great for busy people and those without a ride
Cash-based — superbill provided as needed for PT visits
In-home and online sessions available
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