Over 30 Years of

Dedicated Expertise

At Sports Injury & Physical Therapy in Tampa Bay, FL, our experienced team is committed to helping you enjoy an active and pain-free life. Our specialized treatment options and state-of-the-art equipment will help you manage pain, recover from injury, and get back to the activities you love.

Our highly qualified team includes three licensed physical therapists, is headed by Carmine J. Chioccariello, PT, who brings over 30 years of dedicated care and experience to the office.

Get in touch today if you’re ready to say goodbye to pain and recover from injury. Give us a call at 727-575 7117 to learn more about how we can tailor our rehabilitation plans to your needs.

Personal Attention & Patient Focused

Our staff embraces the American Physical Therapy Association’s high standards and mission: “Prevent injury, impairment, fundamental limitations, and quality of life in all age populations.” Our patient’s long term well-being comes first. We achieve this through compassionate care and attention, respect for the patient and their injury, and understanding of the patient’s pain or disability“

What Makes The Center Unique?

The combination of a warm encouraging atmosphere, state-of-the art equipment together with a caring, welcoming staff makes Sports Injury and Physical Therapy special. This nurturing environment increases motivation and shortens recovery time.

The center’s comprehensive physical therapy and rehabilitation programs include personalized services designed to assist people of all ages, from adolescents to the elderly, as well as many professional athletes (PGA Tour, Major League Baseball, NFL, Olympic swimmers, professional wrestlers).

POST SURGICAL REHABILITATION

AUTO INJURY

PERSONAL INJURY

SPORTS INJURY

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Meet Carmine!

Carmine has an impressive career in sports rehabilitation spanning over 30 years of hands-on experience, extensive training, and education.

Since founding Sports Injury and Physical Therapy in 1994, Carmine and his team have worked with more than 20,000 patients including some of Tampa Bay’s premiere athletes helping them back to an active, healthy and productive lifestyle.

“At the center, the patient and therapist become a committed partnership dedicated to healing. “I’m here hands-on every day, encouraging my patients and therapists as they move down the road to recovery. Seeing the dedication, comradery, and the patient’s enthusiastic progress towards wellness is the best part of my job.”- Carmine Chioccariello

OUR MISSION

“Provide dedicated, quality care and positive reinforcement for all patients.”

AN IMPORTANT PART OF THERAPY

Before beginning the therapy program, patients get an easy-to-understand explanation of the evaluation and therapy process and how their program helps with injury or pain.

Each patient’s program is based on three key elements: our evaluation; the doctor’s/therapist’s recommendations; and the patient’s needs/goals. As the patient progresses, his day-to-day treatment protocol is continually adjusted, as is the at-home therapy program.

Pain Relieving Modalities

The center uses a variety of the latest pain relief techniques such as manual mobilization, dry needling, electrical stimulation, ultra sound, traction and iontophoresis.

Exercise Machines

The center incorporates equipment including treadmills, upper and lower body bicycles, free weights, strength training machines, devices for balance and protective training, and offers blow flow restriction strength training

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“Using the best tools is essential, but it's the interpersonal component, positive reinforcement and constant encouragement, is equally important. We want our patients to enjoy their rehabilitation experience and get well at the same time. Patients are like our extended family. Many even become friends and keep in touch.”- Carmine Chioccariello

PATIENT RESOURCES

WHAT TO BRING TO YOUR OFFICE VISIT

Referral From Physician
Insurance Card
Photo ID

WHAT TO BRING TO OFFICE VISIT IF CAR INJURY

Name of Auto Insurance Company
Date of Accident
Claim Number
Copy of Auto Insurance Card
Attorney Information, if Applicable

WHAT TO BRING IF PATIENT IS MINOR

Please have a parent of guardian accompany the minor to their visit. However if a parent or guardian is unable to do so, please provide the office, at least 24 hours in advance, with a letter of consent to authorize treatment along with their client intake forms signed and dated.

Testimonials

5-STAR Care!! In my 60 some years of injuries and rehabbing from them (at least 12 different facilities) Carmine and his Team are the BEST. No, he doesn't pay for his customer's to write positive reviews. This team makes you feel welcome, comfortable and confident they are doing the best for each individual coming in the door, each time. I usually dread going to PT, but they make it fun, friendly and informative each visit. I appreciate the great communication, feedback, and attention to what I am telling them each visit. It makes me feel confident I am receiving the top notch service I want to heal and strengthen my injury, so I can get back to doing what I enjoy. You will not be disappointed by coming here for rehabilitation.

Dale Fasenmyer
April 19, 2022

This is my second round with Carmine, albeit 20+ years apart. Carmine and his staff are the best. They treat you like family and get the job done. Very clear and concise explanations and demonstrations. They monitor you and your progress and easily pick up on things to help you or when something has suddenly caused a little discomfort. They adapt your rehab to you specific needs. Can’t say enough great things about them! Hope I never need them again, but comforting to know if I do, I’ll be in the best of care!

Mike Jockers
August 24, 2022

Carmine and his whole team are all outstanding! I highly recommend!! I went in for physical therapy as a conservative approach to treat long-term tendinitis in my elbow and subsequent shoulder pain from overcompensating. I had been dealing with this pain for over 2 years and had tried cortisone shots as well as following an exercise routine on my own, none of which helped. However, working with Carmine over the last 6 weeks has helped me dramatically! I have no pain in my elbow or shoulder, have been able to gain strength again, and I’m finally aware of the actions I was performing that were flaring up my pain. In addition to all of this, the environment is warm and friendly and fun! I felt like I became part of their work family, and I’m actually going to miss seeing them all!

Kelly Kipnis
April 18, 2022
I have had several injuries and physical therapist in the past. Beyond a doubt, Carmine and his staff are the best. Carmine is the right combination of a therapist, analyst, coach, motivator, and friend. They make it a point to constantly monitor your progress and modify your program to maximize your recovery. As a surgeon, I’m glad to have Carmine in the community for both my patients and myself.

Richard H
April 24, 2023

I had a bad knee injury playing soccer this year. Two days after getting surgery I was in Carmine's office for my first PT session. Carmine literally helped me get back on my feet. I stopped feeling significant pain after 2 weeks and was able to walk without crutches. He has educated me on what I need to do on a daily basis to get back to playing my sport again. He has as much experience as I've been alive. Go to him if you want someone serious about your recovery.

Bradly Lopez
October 5, 2022

Absolutely the most professional, knowledgeable yet friendly medical related office I’ve ever been to. Carmine takes you where you are starting, is always honest in your progress and in what you can expect to realistically achieve. This is in a very supportive and encouraging way and I totally appreciated his realism. I can’t imagine a rehab practice being more successful. Carmine’s style treats each person and the case totally individually rather than here’s what’s being rehabilitated so do this…he takes all factors into consideration. Ditto to each person in his practice-knowledgeable warm and helpful. Many thanks!

Barbara Weyman
April 4, 2022