Our Team
Welcome to District Wellness!
We provide chiropractic, acupuncture, and massage therapy here in Arlington, Virginia. In your initial visit, we will review your medical history, identify your problem areas, conduct a complete examination, develop a plan for treatment that works best for you, and start your first chiropractic adjustment.
Dr. Hooman Hamidi
Dr. Hooman Hamidi completed his undergraduate studies at University of Maryland College Park in 2005 earning a Bachelor of Science in neurophysiology. He then continued his studies at Palmer Chiropractic College in California and earned his doctorate degree in 2010.
Dr. Hamidi first became interested in the field of chiropractic after experiencing the positive effects of chiropractic treatment as a result of an injury he sustained while playing soccer back in college. His interest in different sports has influenced him to specialize in sports medicine and treating athletes of all ages and levels.
Dr. Hamidi specializes in treating musculoskeletal conditions of the spine due to overuse activities and athletic injuries. He is licensed in IASTM Technique as well as Manual Release Technique, he uses different modalities to better treat his patients. Dr. Hamidi has continued his chiropractic education with post-doctoral seminars in Chiropractic Neurology, Gait Analysis, and Sports Medicine.
Jeffrey Fischer
Jeff discovered the benefits of sports massage while receiving bodywork as a distance runner at Stanford University. Originally trained in trigger point therapy, Jeff has expanded his practice incorporating modalities such as active release technique, myofascial release and neuromuscular facilitation.
Jeff intends every massage session to help his clients better understand their body’s potential. He views his clients as partners in optimizing their performance, recovery and well-being.
After retiring from competitive running, Jeff continued to enjoy an active lifestyle, including hiking, trail running, playing basketball, skiing the mountains and surfing the shores of California. He is happy to find a like-minded fitness and wellness focused community after his move to Northern Virginia.
Carla Thomas
Carla is a wellness leader as a Licensed Massage Therapist for over 8 years. She graduated from Kneaded Energy Massage Therapy school in Greensboro, North Carolina. Prior to that she also attended Nursing school in Maryland. Her energy and passion for massage will draw you in as you succumb to her firm touch. Deep tissue, Sports and hot stone are her specialties. She enjoys working on those suffering with chronic pain management. If you want strong hands to loosen your tight muscles Carla is the therapist, you want to book your next appointment with.
Carla, a former cheerleader. She enjoys going on the wellness journey with her clients. She provides Massage to high level collegiate and professional athletes. Providing Bodywork with various methods to assist clients in reaching their wellness goals. Come share her positive energy and infectious smile to come out of the place of pain you’ve been suffering with for so long.