Expanding Balance Therapy is a Physical Therapy Practice That Provides One-on-one Concierge Care to Get You Back on Your Feet, Faster.

About Us

Max Lai, PT, DPT, MTC is a licensed physical therapist and owner of Expanding Balance Therapy. He has over 15 years of experience in treating patients and focuses on manual, i.e., hands-on, therapy. Max is licensed to practice in Virginia, D.C., and Maryland.

B.S., Exercise Physiology, University of Florida (2007)
D.P.T. (Doctorate of Physical Therapy), University of St. Augustine (2009)
Manual Therapy Certification (MTC), University of St. Augustine (2017)
Certified Functional Manual Therapy (CFMT) (Pending)

Max is passionate about helping his patients achieve their goals. He is a life-long learner and keeps abreast of the latest studies and techniques in order to help his patients get better, faster.

When he is not treating patients, Max enjoys traveling with his wife and two kids, playing basketball, and ultimate frisbee.

Max Lai - PT, DPT, MTC

Founder

Expanding Balance Therapy

Services

How It Works

Services & Pricing

Insurance
We do not accept any insurance at this time. Invoices/super bills can be provided upon request to be submitted to your insurance company for reimbursement. Please check with your insurance provider to determine if they provide Out of Network coverage.

Phone consultation

Initial session

Follow-up sessions

Free

$200

$175

Currently offering referral compensation.

Why Choose us

We take a holistic approach to therapy. When clients come in with a specific issue, we consider and treat not only that issue but everything surrounding that issue. We give our clients our full attention for each session instead of assigning exercises and walking away.

Expert Therapists

75%

Faster Recovery

80%

Flexibility

90%

Success Stories

I was having serious postpartum foot pain on my right foot. It was debilitating to the point where I couldn't walk without a serious limp and certainly not longer than a few blocks. I'm so glad I found Max. Not only did he help me walk comfortably again after I had been struggling for months but he did so with such professional and warm demeanor. He was able to explain things very thoughtfully and even provided suggestions for at home practice as well. I am just incredibly grateful that he could relieve my pain. Thank you Max!

“Max has been an incredible physical therapist who has consistently been there for me through various injuries. Whether it was a boxing injury, weight lifting mishap, or a car accident, Max always made time for me and provided flexible scheduling to fit my needs. His holistic approach to care is exceptional, always ensuring I get back to 100% and can continue doing what I love. Having tried other physical therapists in the DMV area, I can confidently say that Max stands out with his expertise, dedication, and personalized care. He has made a significant difference in my recovery, and I highly recommend his services to anyone in need of top-notch physical therapy.

I’ve had a series of injuries that have compounded over my career of collegiate and professional sports. Max has been one of the best physical therapists I’ve ever worked with. So many issues that I had he was able to fix or massively improve within the first session. I haven’t been able to breathe properly out of my nose since 9th grade, he fixed that the first session! Finding him has honestly been an answered prayer. I plan on continuing to go to him as much as I can.

Meet the Therapist

Max Lai

Owner / Therapist

Elisa Jensen

Trainee Coach

Lina Eversse

Life Coach

Pablo Ferris

Assistant

Get Started on Your Path to Recovery Today!

At Expanding Balance Therapy, we offer specialized services designed to help you regain strength, mobility, and confidence. We provide personalized physical therapy, comprehensive recovery therapy, and coaching to support you every step of the way. Take the first step towards a healthier, more active life.