
From Football Injuries to Cycling Rehab: Meet Dr. Dylan Clark, a Falls Church Physical Therapist

At Advantage Physical Therapy in Falls Church, VA, we’re proud to have a team of passionate therapists who bring both expertise and personal experience to patient care. One of them is Dr. Dylan Clark, a physical therapist who understands firsthand how injuries can affect daily life—and how the right care can restore strength, mobility, and confidence.
Why Choose Physical Therapy?
Dylan’s path to becoming a physical therapist started close to home. His mother faced a serious injury that made it so walking was very difficult. With determination and rehab, she regained her independence, which left a lasting impression on Dylan. Dylan has also personally experienced the importance of physical therapy, after suffering his own lumbar stress fracture playing football. These moments inspired him to help others overcome pain and return to the activities they love.
Specialties and Favorite Patients to Treat
Dylan enjoys working with a variety of patients, but his top areas of expertise include:
- Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA) joint replacement rehab – Dylan loves to help guide patients through post-surgery recovery so they can walk, climb stairs, and live without pain.
- Cycling injury rehabilitation – As a cyclist himself, Dylan understands the unique demands of the sport and helps fellow riders get back on the bike.
- Geriatric physical therapy – Dylan loves to keep our older adults moving and doing activities that they love to do, while improving their balance, mobility, and quality of life.
He also offers dry needling as part of his treatment approach, a great tool to utilize to decrease pain and tension.
Whether it’s recovering after surgery or addressing sports-related injuries, Dylan takes pride in tailoring treatment plans to each patient’s goals.
Cycling Enthusiast in Falls Church
Cycling is more than just a workout for Dylan - it’s a lifelong passion. Inspired by his father, a former semi-pro cyclist, he began riding seriously during physical therapy school. Now, it’s his main form of exercise and a great way to connect with the community. He frequently rides the W&OD Trail and participates in local group rides throughout Northern Virginia.
This personal passion gives him unique insight when treating cycling-related injuries, making him a trusted choice for athletes in the Falls Church and Reston areas.
Outside the Clinic
When he’s not treating patients or riding, you might find Dylan:
- Tending to his garden
- Perfecting his sourdough baking
- Playing college football video games
- Geeking out over Star Wars (he is a self-proclaimed nerd)
- Caring for his pet beta fish
And if you hear a groan-worthy pun around the clinic? Chances are it came from him—he’s known for running the “dad jokes” department.
Get Started with Physical Therapy in Falls Church, VA
If you’re recovering from a joint replacement, struggling with a cycling injury, or looking for support with geriatric physical therapy, Dylan is here to help. At Advantage Physical Therapy in Falls Church and Reston, VA, our goal is to get you moving comfortably and confidently again.
Contact us today to schedule an appointment and start your journey toward better movement, less pain, and a healthier lifestyle.
Coming Fall 2025: Our New Physical Therapy Clinic in Reston, VA!
We’re excited to announce the opening of our brand-new Advantage Physical Therapy location in Reston, VA this fall! Our expert physical therapy team will be offering the same high-quality care we’re known for now closer to you. We have loved offering physical therapy in Falls Church and now we are excited to expand and offer a rehab clinic in Reston, VA
Whether you’re recovering from a sprain, rebuilding after surgery, or looking to prevent future ankle issues, our team in Reston will provide personalized, performance-driven rehab.
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