I’m Jimmy Picard, a Doctor of Physical Therapy and performance coach based in Roanoke, Virginia. I specialize in sports physical therapy for runners, cyclists, and endurance athletes who want to return to training stronger and more resilient than before.
My approach is shaped by both lived experience and clinical training. I competed in cross-country and track at The College of William and Mary, earning a degree in Kinesiology before going on to complete my Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Virginia Commonwealth University in 2014.
Like many athletes, my path has not been linear. Injuries shifted my focus from running to cycling, where I discovered a new competitive outlet and a deeper understanding of how training load, mechanics, and recovery intersect. Those experiences, along with a 45-day solo bike ride across the United States following the tragic loss of my younger brother, profoundly shaped how I view resilience, performance, and purpose.
Today, I blend clinical expertise with real-world athletic experience. I understand what it means when training is part of your identity. I work with athletes who care about their sport, who want more than temporary pain relief, and who are ready to build long-term capacity.
Outside the clinic, I’m a husband, father, runner, and cyclist. I still train, still compete, and still believe that performance is built through intentional work.
If you’re serious about returning to sport with clarity and confidence, I’m here to help you redefine what’s possible.
No insurance needed. No referral needed.
Redefine Physical Therapy is an out-of-network provider. Being out-of-network allows us to deliver the best possible care. It puts you in the driver’s seat, NOT the insurance company.
You can easily determine your out-of-network physical therapy benefits by calling the number on the back of your insurance card. Oftentimes, your insurance company will reimburse you for some if not all of your PT services especially if you have a PPO plan.
As a “fee for service” model, payment is made at the time of service and there are no hidden costs. As a medical expense, you can use your HSA or FSA account to pay for physical therapy services. We accept payment through cash, credit card, and HSA/FSA card.
The state of Virginia allows you to see a physical therapist without a referral from your doctor. Physical therapists are musculoskeletal specialists. We are trained to diagnose and can identify conditions that are not appropriate for physical therapy. We will assess for any red flags and refer them out when necessary.
