Living with chronic pain can feel overwhelming, isolating, and exhausting—but it doesn’t have to be permanent. At Physique Therapy, we specialize in compassionate and comprehensive chronic pain physical therapy in Tampa, FL that helps individuals manage symptoms, regain function, and improve quality of life.
Whether your pain is the result of an injury, a long-standing condition like fibromyalgia, or unexplained sensitivity, our expert therapists take a holistic approach to healing. With customized treatment plans and one-on-one care, we provide long-term relief without relying on surgery or medications.
If you’re ready to stop simply coping with pain and start taking control of your health, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Dry needling is a powerful technique used by licensed physical therapists to release tight muscle tissue, reduce inflammation, and relieve pain. If you’ve tried traditional physical therapy but still experience stiffness, limited motion, or persistent discomfort, dry needling may be the breakthrough treatment your body needs.
Whether you’re recovering from an injury, managing chronic pain, or dealing with muscle tightness from athletic performance, our dry needling services are personalized to your condition and goals.
Chronic pain is defined as pain that lasts longer than three months. Unlike acute pain that comes from a sudden injury, chronic pain often persists even after the original cause has healed—or may arise without a clear source at all.
Common symptoms of chronic pain include:
At Physique Therapy, our goal is not only to relieve physical symptoms but also to restore your independence, confidence, and well-being through expert chronic pain physical therapy.
Conditions We Treat with Chronic Pain Physiotherapy
Our therapists are trained to manage a wide range of conditions that involve persistent or widespread pain, including:
Every client is unique, and so is their path to healing. That’s why we offer fully customized treatment for long-term pain, designed around your condition, comfort level, and goals.
At Physique Therapy, we take a whole-body, patient-first approach to managing chronic pain. Your journey begins with an in-depth evaluation of your symptoms, medical history, movement patterns, and functional limitations.
We then develop a treatment plan that may include:
Our therapists treat with patience, empathy, and care—because healing from chronic pain isn’t just physical, it’s emotional too.
One of the most common chronic pain conditions we treat is fibromyalgia. Characterized by widespread body pain, fatigue, and cognitive difficulties, fibromyalgia requires a gentle, consistent, and holistic approach to care.
Our fibromyalgia treatment physical therapy program focuses on:
We work closely with you to develop a plan that fits your energy levels, lifestyle, and specific symptoms, helping you feel stronger and more in control over time.
Here’s what makes Physique Therapy a trusted leader in chronic pain physical therapy in Tampa, FL:
You don’t have to manage chronic pain alone—and you don’t have to live with it forever.
MICHAEL JOHNSON
TAMPA REAL ESTATE AGENT
BACK PAIN, BULGING DISC FOR OVER 10 YEARS
It’s crazy to me that I won’t even need my next cortisone shot for my back. I’ve had pain for so long. Kristy gave me a targeted combination of physical therapy, personal training, massage and dry needling that addressed my back pain and imbalances – I didn’t even know I had. I’ve had back pain for so long and because of Physique – I finally feel better. The best physical therapy in Tampa for true life-changing pain relief.
At most physical therapy clinics, no physical therapy is not like personal training. That’s why Physique is unique! We integrate personal training in all of our physical therapy programs. We believe that’s the way Physical Therapy should be! At Physique your program is designed to treat your condition and improve your fitness – your program may include free weights, barbell movements, resistance bands, weight machines, medicine balls, and suspension equipment. We design programs for you to have a better everyday life in all aspects of health and fitness.
People are often cautious about starting with a personal trainer. Cost of sessions & feeling intimidated by working with a pro are common concerns. Hiring a trainer may seem like a luxury – but if you truly want to get results – it’s a great investment. The improvement in your health & fitness has returns in quality of life, confidence and decreased health care costs. Our team works to make every client welcome – of all fitness levels, ages and experience – we all start somewhere!
When should you get a personal trainer?
Here are 10 reasons why you may want to start with one of our Physical Therapist / Personal Trainers:
You Have a Specific Illness, Injury, or Condition
If you find yourself avoiding certain exercises because of pain or skipping the gym because your ‘bad’ knee or ‘bad’ hip hurts – then we’re the right trainers for you. We specialize in helping people with complex injuries recover and grow stronger.
You Aren’t Seeing Results
Getting help from an expert will dramitacally change the speed and effectiveness of your results. Whether you want to gain muscle mass or improve your confidence. We will show you results faster and help you understand your results – beyond the scale!
You’re Bored With Your Workouts
Getting used to the same treadmill and dumbbell routine? We love creating programs with movements our clients have never done before. It’s fun for you and for us. We’ll get you out of the same old routine and into one that has you try new things.
You Want to Be Challenged
Each person prefers a different level of difficulty in exercising. We love creating programs to push you out of your comfort zone and giving you new experiences. Try one of our custom programs to re-learn the thrill of physical growth and break a serious sweat.
You Don’t Know Where to Start
Everyone starts somewhere! Starting an exercise, strength or weight loss program can be intimidating, so we make sure you’re comfortable with every program, technique and method.
You Want To Train For An Event (such as a local 5K, Iron Man or Physique Competition)
Interested in running in a local race? We are too! We often run local 5Ks and we’d love to train you to join us for a local event! Or if you’re looking beyond local get in touch with our advanced athletic trainers so we can develop a plan specifically for your competitive event.
You Need Motivation & Someone To Help Keep You On Track
Everyone hits walls on motivation and staying on track. If you find yourself yo-yo-dieting or losing the motivation to go to the gym for serveral months, a trainer would be great for you. We’ll help you see results, stay motivated and help nudge you when you aren’t feeling it.
You Want to Learn How to Exercise on Your Own
Trainers don’t have to be a lifelong commitment. Maybe you want to learn the fundamentals of exercise, health and nutrition and then take that knowledge back to your gym. We’ll give you the tools to build a better program specifically for you.
You Want To Train For a Specific Sport
We are experts in movements at Physique, but we are also current and former athletes. We are passionate about building your body for peak performance. If you’re interested in training for an upcoming sports season, get in touch with our team.
You’re Embarking On a Long Outdoor Event
If you’re getting ready to hike, for example, the Pacific Coast Trail, preparation is key. As outdoor lovers ourselves, we’ll help you get set up with all the physical fitness needs for an endurance event like this.
In Tampa, personal trianing sessions are typically anywhere from $70-$150/session for a standard personal trainer working freelance. Gym trainers often cost upwards of $80-$220/session because of the facilities and the gym’s cut.
People are often cautious about investing in a personal trainer trainer. Hiring a trainer might seem like a luxury, but – if you truly want to get results – a trainer is a great investment. The improvement in your health and fitness levels also has return in quality of life, confidence and decreased health care costs.
Other benefits include:
Our personal trainers are also physical therapists and can help with more than the typical trainer.
A key part of our program is teaching you how to improve inside and outside the clinic. You will access your custom treatment plan online. It includes exercises with visual aids, so you can work on them anywhere. We will teach you how the proper technique for these movements while your at your 1-on-1 appointment with a team member.
All Physique team members are highly-trained physical therapists/ personal trainers. A physical therapist is a licensed professional who has completed an accredited program (a professional entry-level degree or clinical doctoral degree). A trainer is a certified individual competent to create safe & effective exercise programs.
