Sampsell Physical Therapy & Functional Wellness

Sampsell Physical Therapy & Functional Wellness Empowering the Shenandoah Valley to recover their strength, health, mobility and function!

Does your shoulder click, pinch, or feel unreliable every time you reach overhead?Many people are told it’s just wear an...
12/23/2025

Does your shoulder click, pinch, or feel unreliable every time you reach overhead?

Many people are told it’s just wear and tear — something to tolerate, modify around, or avoid altogether. Over time, that advice leads to less movement, more compensation, and growing frustration when everyday tasks (lifting, reaching, workouts, even sleep) start feeling risky.

What’s often missed is that shoulder pain rarely lives in the shoulder alone. Poor coordination between the shoulder blade, mid-back, and deep stabilizers forces your rotator cuff to work overtime — and that’s when clicking, pinching, and loss of confidence show up.

If you’ve tried resting it, stretching it, or “pushing through” without lasting relief, this breakdown will help you understand why it keeps happening — and what actually restores smooth, pain-free motion.

➡️ Slide through to see what’s really going on — and how we address it differently.

If this sounds familiar and you’re tired of guessing, avoiding movement, or being told nothing’s wrong…
📞 Schedule a free phone consult — your turning point could start here.

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Hearing from our patients inspires us every day. Thank you to 𝗔𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗮 𝗞 for sharing this feedback with us!"I’ve got to g...
12/23/2025

Hearing from our patients inspires us every day. Thank you to 𝗔𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗮 𝗞 for sharing this feedback with us!

"I’ve got to give a huge shoutout to Eric, who’s been an absolute game-changer in my recovery. From the moment we started working together, it was clear that he’s not just incredibly knowledgeable, but also genuinely cares about helping people reach their goals.

Eric really took the time to get to know me and what I wanted to achieve. He created a plan that was tough but doable, and he made adjustments along the way to keep me on track. I always felt like I was in good hands, and his advice and encouragement made a huge difference.

One thing that really stood out to me was how available Eric made himself. He told me from the start that I could reach out anytime, day or night, if I had any questions or concerns. Knowing that I had that kind of support was so reassuring and made a big difference in my confidence throughout the healing process.

On top of all that, Eric’s just a really great guy to be around. He brought such a positive vibe to every session, making even the tough exercises feel manageable—sometimes even fun! It’s clear that he genuinely cares about his patients, and that made me feel even more motivated.

Thanks to Eric, you rock! If you’re looking for a physical therapist who knows their stuff and truly cares, Eric is your guy. I’m so glad I found him and couldn’t imagine going through this journey with anyone else.

-Alethea"

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12/22/2025

Losing your balance isn’t a sudden event — it’s a slow leak most people don’t notice.

What many adults in their 40s, 50s, and beyond don’t realize is that balance quietly declines each year if it isn’t trained. It’s not just about your legs — it’s a conversation between your ankles, hips, eyes, and brain. When that system isn’t challenged, your body starts compensating… and that’s when fear of falling, stiffness, and chronic pain begin to creep in.

At our clinic, balance training isn’t about standing on a wobble board for fun. It’s about retraining your nervous system to react, stabilize, and protect you in real life — stepping off a curb, turning quickly, catching yourself before a fall happens.

Most people don’t think about balance until they lose it. The good news? It’s trainable at any age — with the right approach.

If you’ve started moving more cautiously, avoiding certain activities, or wondering “what if I fall?” — that’s worth paying attention to.

📞 Schedule a free phone consult — your turning point could start here.

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“Highly recommend Eric! He answered the call on a Friday night for pain my son was feeling in his hip. My son injured hi...
12/22/2025

“Highly recommend Eric! He answered the call on a Friday night for pain my son was feeling in his hip. My son injured his hip sprinting in track meet tearing the abdominal muscle from his hip and was unable to play put any weight on that side of his body. He was in immense pain. Eric was able to assess him quickly and begin treatments to minimize the pain. My son went from not being able to walk, to baseball tryouts in 4 weeks. That’s an unbelievable quick turnaround for the injury! He could not have done that without the therapy treatments that Eric provided. We continue to see Eric for therapy sessions for proper healing and injury prevention. Eric explains every treatment in detail keeping us informed along the way. Highly recommend!!”

Stories like this are why families come to Sampsell Physical Therapy & Functional Wellness when they feel stuck, worried, or out of options.
When an injury feels overwhelming — especially when it affects your ability to walk, play, or compete — having someone who listens, explains, and adapts the plan makes all the difference.

If you or your child are dealing with pain that feels too big to ignore, you don’t have to navigate it alone.

📞 Schedule a free phone consult — your turning point could start here.

Always worth holding onto. 🤍
12/21/2025

Always worth holding onto. 🤍

Have you started to assume that waking up with sharp foot pain is just part of your routine now?For many adults, that fi...
12/20/2025

Have you started to assume that waking up with sharp foot pain is just part of your routine now?

For many adults, that first painful step in the morning becomes something they brace for — stretch it out, limp a bit, move on. Over time, it’s easy to accept it as “just plantar fasciitis” or something you have to live with.

But morning foot pain is rarely random — and it’s rarely just about the foot itself.

➡️ Slide through to understand why this pain shows up first thing in the morning, what overload patterns are driving it, and how addressing the real contributors (not just stretching the sore spot) can change how you move every day.

If this sounds familiar and you’re tired of working around it, a different approach may be exactly what your body needs.

A simple conversation can bring clarity — and that clarity often changes everything.

******erVA

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘀 Step outside and listen to the music that surrounds you. Nature has a way of slowing us down. I...
12/19/2025

𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘀
Step outside and listen to the music that surrounds you. Nature has a way of slowing us down. If you can’t get outdoors, listen to a recording of your favorite nature sound. Shift your focus to the sounds for a few minutes. Let them replace the usual noise of everyday life. It’s a great reset that clears your head and brings some calm into your Friday.

12/18/2025

Have you ever woken up and thought, “Well… I guess my neck just hates me today”?

For a lot of adults over 40, moments like this feel almost normal — a stiff neck from the “wrong” pillow, a sore back from sleeping funny, or a shoulder that won’t turn the way it used to. Most people laugh it off… then quietly accept it as part of getting older.

But that stiffness isn’t random — and it’s not something you’re stuck with.

Many of the patients who come to Sampsell Physical Therapy & Functional Wellness started in this exact place: joking about the pain, minimizing it, and slowly adjusting their lives around it. What changed wasn’t a new pillow or another stretch — it was finally understanding why their body was reacting that way and addressing the root cause.

If you’re finding yourself laughing through the discomfort but wondering how long this is going to keep happening, it might be time for a different conversation.

Schedule a free phone consult — your turning point could start here.

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Improve Ankle Mobility to Reduce Pain 👇👇 ******erVA
12/17/2025

Improve Ankle Mobility to Reduce Pain 👇👇


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Have you ever been told, “Some pain is normal — just push through it”… but something about that didn’t feel right?Many o...
12/16/2025

Have you ever been told, “Some pain is normal — just push through it”… but something about that didn’t feel right?

Many of the patients we see at Sampsell Physical Therapy & Functional Wellness are active, motivated, and willing to do the work — yet they’re stuck because no one ever taught them how to interpret pain correctly. Over time, that confusion leads to fear, setbacks, or doing too much of the wrong thing.

Understanding the difference between productive discomfort and warning-sign pain is often the missing piece. When you know what your body is telling you, movement becomes safer, progress becomes clearer, and confidence starts to return.

If you’ve been avoiding activity because you’re unsure what’s “okay” — or pushing through pain and paying for it later — you’re not alone. And you don’t have to keep guessing.

A clear conversation can change how you move, train, and recover. Consider scheduling a free phone consult to get clarity and start moving forward with confidence.

******erVA

Hearing from our patients inspires us every day. Thank you to 𝗔𝘀𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘆 𝗘 for sharing this feedback with us!"We've been a c...
12/16/2025

Hearing from our patients inspires us every day. Thank you to 𝗔𝘀𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘆 𝗘 for sharing this feedback with us!

"We've been a couple times and my son has really enjoyed going! He was able to get rid of my son's elbow pain, and back to playing baseball!"

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Have you started to wonder if chronic pain is just something you’re supposed to live with?Many people who find their way...
12/15/2025

Have you started to wonder if chronic pain is just something you’re supposed to live with?

Many people who find their way to Sampsell Physical Therapy & Functional Wellness arrive after years of trying everything — PT, chiropractic care, dry needling, and more — with little to show for it. What finally changes things isn’t another generic treatment… it’s a different approach.

This patient chose to take a chance after one honest phone conversation. From there, care became collaborative, adaptable, and centered around what actually worked for their body. Progress didn’t come from forcing a plan — it came from listening, adjusting, and staying focused on meaningful improvement.

Not perfect. Not instant. But real progress that made the long drive worth it.

If you’re feeling stuck, unheard, or close to giving up — you may not be out of options. You just haven’t found the right approach yet.

Schedule a free phone consult — your turning point could start here.

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Stephens City, VA
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