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What Makes The Center Unique?

The Sports Injury and Physical Therapy team are on a mission to help you to recover faster. Our more than 25 years of clinical experience, warm and nurturing environment, and state-of-the-art equipment make our clinic special. 

 

Carmine builds a relationship with each patient to provide them with the one-on-one support they need. 

 

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). 

 

Schedule your appointment by calling (727) 575 7117 and let us welcome you into our family. 

MEET CARMINE!

Carmine has an impressive career in sports rehabilitation spanning over 25 years of hands-on experience, extensive training, and education.

 

Since founding Sports Injury and Physical Therapy in 1994, Carmine’s worked with more than 15,000 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,” says Carmine. “I’m here hands-on every day, encouraging my patients and therapists as they move down the road to recovery. Seeing the dedication, comraderie, and the patient’s enthusiastic progress towards wellness is the best part of my job.”

Meet Justin

Justin was born in Pittsburgh and raised in Gainesville Florida. He received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the #1 ranked PT program at the University of Delaware in 2021, where he also graduated with a M.S. in Anatomy and Clinical Health Science. Justin received his B.S. in Physiology and Kinesiology from the University of Florida in 2018 while coaching high school rowing.

 

Justin is certified and trained in dry needling, blood flow restriction, post-surgical rehab, manual therapy, vestibular therapy and balance training. He has experience in sports medicine, working with athletes ranging from youth, to professional, to the masters level. Justin is passionate about evidence-based medicine and providing the highest quality of care to all who seek him.

OUR MISSION

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

Testimonials

  • 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 Avatar Barbara Weyman
    April 4, 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 Avatar Richard H
    April 24, 2023

    Carmine is a wizard! The real deal with years of experience. I came in with a laminectomy.,a back surgery and waited a bit longer than I should have. He quickly knew my issue and proposed a treatment plan, facilitated by him and his very able associates.The atmosphere is calm and friendly and help is always available. Carmine is affable and deeply cares for his patients. I was very fortunate to have found him. I feel a hundred times better in a relatively short time. Run to him,( but take it easy), 🙂 He’s the best!

    Kenneth Helman Avatar Kenneth Helman
    March 10, 2023
  • Not all PT is created equal I would highly recommend Carmine for your PT, especially if you are an athlete or even just an active person. I originally went to PT at a different place closer to my home after surgery for my ACL, and while they helped me with my recovery, I didn’t get fully back to 100%, as I had expected/hoped. I decided to try PT again, and went to Carmine based on the recommendation from my surgeon. Carmine took the time to make sure I understood the process, length of time it would take, and what my expectations should be for that recovery. He understood my goals and made sure we had a plan to get me back to 100%. He catered my treatment plan to my personality, goals and abilities. Carmine and his staff definitely had a focus on excellent customer service. I’m so thankful I went back to PT and tried a new place! Thank you, Carmine, Jackson & Asia!!

    Kristy Foley Avatar Kristy Foley
    April 10, 2023

    Carmine and the team are amazing! You really get attentive, specialized and effective treatment. I came here after a car accident which left me with multiple injuries from head to toe and felt hopeless and scared in my recovery but carmine really helped me believe that I can get better and with going consistently I now do. Def would recommend carmine for your physical therapy needs!

    Kristeena Khair Avatar Kristeena Khair
    February 18, 2022

    Carmine, Haley, and Asia are the BEST! They have created a schedule of exercises to improve my core strength and support my back. Through my personalized program, I am building my strength and flexibility, thus relieving my back pain. I appreciate the individual attention and the friendly encouragement I am given. They have exceptional knowledge of the body, how to relieve pain, and what to do to help strengthen and encourage muscular healing, with a side of always being positive and helpful. I would recommend this place to my family and friends any day! The office is easy to get to and has plenty of parking space. The office environment is spotless, and the sports memorabilia on the walls add a nice personal touch to the decor. Did I mention that laughter is the best medicine? Well, you’ll find some of that there too!

    Ibelise Atanacio Avatar Ibelise Atanacio
    December 19, 2022

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Sports Injury and Physical Therapy has been dedicated to helping patients regain a pain-free, fully functional life for over 25 years in the greater Tampa Bay area.

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