Physical Therapy in Arlington, Burleson & Mansfield TX

Get Back to Moving - Back to Living

Arlington · Burleson · Mansfield

Revitalize Your Movement, Reclaim Your Life

Therapy Excellence Physical Therapy provides hands-on, evidence-based physical therapy across five Dallas to Fort Worth clinics in Arlington, Burleson, and Mansfield. Founded in 2010 by Jodi Blacketer, PT, MS, the practice specializes in manual therapy, dry needling, vestibular therapy, fall prevention, sports injury rehabilitation, and post surgical rehabilitation. As a privately owned, physical therapist operated practice, treatment stays one on one and avoids hospital based billing rates. The team is in network with most major insurance plans and offers flexible self pay options. To begin, request an evaluation online or call (817) 483-1746.

Physical Therapy

Physical therapy helps you move better, hurt less, and get back to the activities you enjoy. Your therapist will evaluate what’s causing your pain or limitation, then build a plan just for you. Treatment usually includes hands-on care, guided exercises, and strategies you can use at home so you keep improving between visits and after you finish therapy.

Manual Therapy

Manual therapy is hands-on treatment used to reduce pain and improve how your joints and muscles move. Your therapist may use gentle stretching, soft-tissue techniques, or joint mobilization to ease stiffness and help your body move more naturally. It’s often combined with exercise to speed up recovery and make movement feel smoother and less painful.

Sports Injury Rehabilitation

Sports injury rehab is designed for active people who want to return to their sport safely and confidently. Whether your injury happened suddenly or built up over time, your therapist will focus on healing, rebuilding strength, and improving flexibility and control. Rehab also targets the movement patterns that caused the problem so you can perform better and avoid re-injury.

Direct Access

Direct Access means you can start physical therapy without needing a referral from a doctor first. If you’re in pain or dealing with an injury, you can schedule an evaluation right away and begin treatment sooner. Your therapist will assess your condition, create a plan, and let you know if you should also see another provider — helping you get the right care quickly

Dry Needling

Dry needling is a technique that helps relieve tight muscles and trigger points that cause pain or limit movement. A therapist uses very thin needles to release tension in specific areas, which can reduce soreness and improve flexibility. Many patients notice faster pain relief and easier movement when dry needling is part of their treatment plan.

Fall Prevention

Fall prevention therapy helps you feel steadier on your feet and lowers your risk of falling. Your therapist will work on balance, strength, walking confidence, and reaction time using safe, guided exercises. It’s especially helpful if you’ve fallen before, feel unsteady, or want to stay independent and active as you age.

Post Surgical Rehabilitation

Post-surgical rehab helps you recover safely after procedures like joint replacements or spine surgery. Therapy reduces pain and swelling, restores mobility, and rebuilds strength so you can get back to daily life faster. Your therapist will guide you step-by-step through a plan that matches your surgery and goals, making sure you heal well and regain confidence in your movement.

Our Services

Expert Physical Therapy Close to Home

When pain, stiffness, or an injury limits what you can do, you want a therapist who listens, examines the real cause, and builds a plan around your goals. Our therapists perform a detailed movement assessment, explain what they find in plain language, and treat the source of the problem rather than masking symptoms. Care is always individualized and based on evaluation by a licensed physical therapist.

Our clinics aren’t just treatment spaces but places where compassion meets community. We’ve built a culture centered on communication and trust. With our physical therapy in Arlington, TX and the surrounding areas, every patient feels seen, supported, and motivated to achieve their goals.

Many of our patients refer their friends and families not only because of our outstanding results, but because of the welcoming, positive energy that defines every Therapy Excellence location. We take pride in helping our community heal and thrive together.

Empowering Patients Through Education

Recovery doesn’t stop when you leave the clinic — and that’s why education is central to everything we do.

Our physical therapists take pride in teaching patients about their conditions, the purpose behind each exercise, and how to maintain progress at home.

By empowering you with knowledge and practical tools, we ensure that your results last long after your physical therapy in Arlington, TX ends.

At Therapy Excellence, we believe the best outcomes happen when patients and therapists work as partners in health.

How Can We Help

Why Choose Therapy Excellence

  • Hands-on expertise: skilled therapists deliver personalized manual therapy and guided rehabilitation, not a one size fits all program.
  • Convenient local access: five DFW clinics make expert physical therapy easy to reach in Arlington, Burleson, and Mansfield.
  • Compassionate recovery: patients receive care that supports both physical healing and the confidence to return to the activities they love.
  • Accessible cost: in network with most major plans, with flexible self pay options and independent practice pricing.

Serving Arlington, Burleson, Mansfield, and Nearby Communities

Our clinics serve patients throughout Arlington, Burleson, and Mansfield and nearby communities including Kennedale, Forest Hill, Everman, Crowley, Rendon, Pantego, Dalworthington Gardens, Grand Prairie, and the surrounding Tarrant County and Johnson County areas within our local service range.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a doctor referral to start physical therapy?

In many cases no. Texas Direct Access allows you to begin a physical therapy evaluation without a physician referral. Your therapist will assess your condition, start an appropriate plan, and let you know if you should also see another provider. Insurance rules vary, so confirm your plan details with our team.
Therapy Excellence is in network with most major insurance plans. Coverage depends on your specific policy, so our front office can verify your benefits before your first visit. Flexible self pay options are available for patients without coverage.
Recovery time depends on your condition, goals, and how your body responds to treatment. After your evaluation, your therapist will outline an expected plan and adjust it as you progress. We avoid promising a fixed timeline because every patient heals differently.
We have five clinics: South Arlington on Interstate 20, North Arlington on East Lamar Boulevard, South Collins in Arlington, Burleson on Southwest Wilshire Boulevard, and Mansfield on Country Club Road. Visit our Locations page to find the most convenient option and its hours.

Reviewed by Jodi Blacketer, PT, MS, founder of Therapy Excellence Physical Therapy, a board certified orthopedic clinical specialist and certified dry needling provider serving the Dallas to Fort Worth area since 2010.

  • Serving the Dallas to Fort Worth area since 2010 with five physical therapy clinics.
  • Founded by Jodi Blacketer, PT, MS, a board certified orthopedic clinical specialist and certified dry needling provider.
  • Privately owned and physical therapist operated, which keeps treatment one on one and avoids hospital based billing rates.
  • In network with most major insurance plans, with flexible self pay options for patients without coverage.

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