Jessi White

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About Jessi White

Jessi received her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences in 2015 and is a Licensed Physical Therapist in Washington DC and Maryland. Dr. White is a Certified Myofascial Trigger Point Therapist utilizing dry needling in addition to manual mobilization techniques, biomechanical evaluation, therapeutic exercises and activity re-training in her treatment sessions.Jessi White PT, DPT has 25+ years of dance training and performance experience with extensive knowledge of Pilates mat and reformer, yoga, and floor barre. Dr. White became a PBT® (Progressing Ballet Technique) certified instructor in 2017 and a GYROTONIC® Method certified trainer in 2023. She specializes in treating performing artists providing injury prevention screening, strength/conditioning training, and backstage PT during performances. She continues to take dance classes for both fitness, and to stay connected with the local dance community. “My treatment philosophy is that people are more than their injury. By taking the time to learn about each person, how they were injured, and what their goals are, I work in partnership with my patients to find the right interventions to get them back to doing what they love. I strive to empower every patient to manage their health and mobility goals independently when away from the clinic. This is achieved through continual patient education and encouraging communication and feedback.”Leadership attributes: ease of rapport building across various demographics; instigating resolution by facilitating insightful compromise; bringing to light all possible perspective to see situations through different lenses and to ensure all voices and perspectives be heard; detail oriented; and clear communication skills ensuring understanding of roles and responsibilities.Professional interests: dance medicine, biomechanical assessment, dry needling, sports medicine, strength & conditioning.Personal interests: dance, cycling, gardening, yoga, reading, having fun in the sun.