Physical Therapy

Founder, Physical Therapist

– Doctorate of Physical Therapy – University of Lynchburg, Class of 2020
– B.S. in Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise – Virginia Tech, Class of 2017
– Certified Dry Needling – American Academy of Manipulative Therapy
– Certified Cupping Therapist – International Cupping Therapy Association
– Reiki Master – Trained in Usui Reiki
Kathy is the founder and licensed physical therapist of East West Wellness & Rehab. She offers a versatile and well-rounded perspective to rehab and recovery, shaped not only by her clinical experience but also by her own athletic background. Having personally participated in volleyball, basketball, tennis, weightlifting, climbing, running, yoga, and flag football, she understands the physical demands and movement patterns unique to each sport. This firsthand knowledge allows her to connect with athletes on a deeper level and tailor treatments that are sport-specific, functional, and aligned with performance goals. Whether you’re recovering from injury, managing chronic pain, or pushing toward peak performance, she meets you where you are and builds a plan around your unique needs and lifestyle.
Her specialties include cupping therapy, dry needling, and the treatment of back pain, with a particular focus on low back pain, chronic pain, and return-to-sport rehabilitation.
Her diverse clinical experience includes working with chronic pain populations on the Navajo Reservation, treating athletes in outpatient orthopedics, and serving rural communities in Wyoming. These experiences have shaped her compassionate, patient-first approach to healing.
As a first-generation Chinese American and daughter of refugees, Kathy grew up immersed in traditional Chinese medicine. She founded East West Wellness & Rehab in 2022 to bridge the gap between Eastern and Western medicine, blending her cultural background and clinical expertise to create a more integrative, empowering healing experience.
Kathy is a Northern Virginia native who lives in Centreville with her dog, Yogi. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, road trips, baking cookies, attending concerts, traveling, and spending time with her family and friends.
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East West Wellness & Rehab was founded by Dr. Katherin Duong, a licensed physical therapist, with a mission to bridge the gaps in our current healthcare system and offer integrative, patient-centered care. Rooted in her upbringing with traditional Chinese medicine and shaped by her clinical expertise in physical therapy, Dr. Duong brings together the best of Eastern and Western practices to expand healing options for her patients. Her approach goes beyond treating the physical body — creating a contemporary healing experience that deepens the connection between physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
East West Wellness & Rehab offers physical therapy, cupping therapy, dry needling, personal training, and Reiki services. Every session is one-on-one with our licensed physical therapist, allowing us to understand your specific goals and tailor your wellness + rehab program to fit your lifestyle. Along with the personalized visits, our comprehensive care utilizing holistic modalities and patient-collaborative care helps you achieve amazing results in a shorter period of time.
Our team has worked with people of all ages and varying injuries, getting them long-lasting results. We specialize in cupping therapy, dry needling, and treating back pain, but have extensive experience with return-to-sport athletes, knee pain, ankle sprains, shoulder injuries, headaches, chronic pain conditions, and much more.
Our goal is always to help you move better, feel better, and function better. We are passionate about patient education and empowering individuals to take an active role in their healing process to achieve optimal wellbeing.
Our office is located on Eisenhower Avenue in Alexandria, VA and is easily accessible to the people of Alexandria, Springfield, Lorton, Kingstowne, Franconia, Burke, Annandale, Fairfax, and Merrifield.