Physical Therapy Forest - Rehab Associates of Central Virginia

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Rehab Associates of Central Virginia Forest Practice

Rehab Associates of Central Virginia (National Practice of the Year 2015) is an outpatient physical therapy clinic specializing in orthopedics and sports medicine. Our licensed physical therapists Forest have experience in treating a variety of diagnoses. Each new patient will receive an initial evaluation, where we go through the cause of the injury, the affected areas, as well as the patient’s short and long term goals. We also keep in constant communication with your health care provider. This way we can integrate into your existing health care team, promoting faster and more efficient recovery programs. In addition to physical therapy, we educate and give our patients a home exercise plan developed to enhance their physical therapy program.

1111 Corporate Park Dr, Suite B
Forest, VA 24551

Phone: 434.525.4851
Fax: 434.509.1695

Hours:

Monday: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm
Tuesday: 8:00 am – 7:00 pm
Wednesday: 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
Thursday: 8:00 am – 7:00 pm
Friday: 7:00 am – 5:00 pm

Physical Therapy Clinic Forest Staff

Matthew Nolen, Forest Clinic Site Director

Matthew Nolen, PT, DPT

Dr. Nolen is a native of Lynchburg and attended Bridgewater College, graduating in 2007 with a degree in Allied Health Sciences. While attending Bridgewater College, he played varsity baseball all four years. Dr. Nolen then earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Lynchburg College in 2014. He has special interests in general orthopedics, sport-specific rehabilitation (focus on shoulder/elbow and knees), and manual therapy. He is certified for Upper body/ Lower Body/ Spine dry needling and is trained in spinal manipulation. Matt’s hobbies and interests include playing sports, fishing, and spending time with friends and family.

Phone: 434.525.4851
Fax: (434) 509-1695

Location: Forest Clinic

Michael Richardson, Partner, Rehab Associates

Michael Richardson, DPT, MSPT

Partner, Rehab Associates

Michael Richardson received a Master of Science of Physical Therapy from the Medical College of Virginia in 1998. He received his doctorate of physical therapy from the Medical College of Virginia in 2007. His clinical experiences are in general orthopedics, neurologic rehabilitation and sports medicine, with a special interest is in the spine.

Specialization: General Orthopedic, Manual Therapy, Spine, Dry Needling and Sports Medicine.

Phone: 434.525.4851
Fax: (434) 509-1695

Location: Forest Clinic

Ingrid Hanna, Physical Therapist

Ingrid Hanna, PT, DPT

Ingrid Hanna, PT, DPT

Ingrid Hanna, PT is a Michigan native and received a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the College of Charleston in 1999 and a Master of Science degree in Physical Therapy from Grand Valley State University in Grand Rapids, Michigan in 2002. She is certified as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist by the National Strength and Conditioning Association and is certified by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialists as an Orthopedic Specialist. She has also undergone additional training for certifications in Dry Needling and Pregnancy and Postpartum Physical Therapy.

With over twenty years of experience, Ingrid has held a variety of different roles including practice owner, clinic manager, and staff PT. She has had a hand in fitness and rehab program development most of her career. Her most recent project was the development of an online postpartum program for new moms. Ingrid enjoys traveling with her family, gardening, antique shopping, and baking with her kids.

Phone: 434.525.4851
Fax: (434) 509-1695

Location: Forest Clinic

Chelsey Lester, Physical Therapist Assistant II

Chelsey Lester, BS, LPTA

Chelsey earned her Bachelor’s of Science degree in Kinesiology with a concentration in Exercise Science from Liberty University in 2009. After graduating from LU, she worked as an aide for Rehab Associates in the Forest clinic, and then decided to pursue her Associates of Applied Science degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant from Jefferson College of Health Sciences. She graduated from JCHS in 2012 with recognition for clinical excellence. Chelsey has been working in the Brookneal clinic for years and is now working in the Forest interest. She has an interest in general orthopedics and sports rehab.

Specialization: Sports Rehabilitation

Phone: 434.525.4851
Fax: (434) 509-1695

Location: Forest Clinic