Shoulder injuries can significantly impact your ability to work, exercise, and even perform basic daily activities. At Physique Therapy, we specialize in personalized, evidence-based shoulder rehab physical therapy in Tampa, FL designed to relieve pain, restore mobility, and support long-term recovery.
Whether you’re dealing with a sports injury, repetitive strain, or recovering from surgery, our team provides expert care to help you regain strength and function in your shoulder. From rotator cuff injury treatment to shoulder impingement therapy, we develop custom rehabilitation programs tailored to your needs, goals, and lifestyle.
The shoulder is one of the most mobile joints in the body—but that mobility comes at the cost of stability. Because of this, the shoulder is vulnerable to injuries, particularly in individuals who lift, throw, or perform repetitive overhead movements.
Common conditions we treat with shoulder rehab physical therapy include:
If you’re experiencing shoulder pain, weakness, or limited range of motion, our therapists can help identify the root cause and provide the tools for lasting recovery.
The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that stabilize the shoulder and allow for controlled movement. Injuries to this structure can cause pain, weakness, and difficulty with lifting or reaching.
Our rotator cuff injury treatment focuses on restoring the health and function of these muscles through:
Whether your injury is the result of trauma or repetitive use, we help you recover strength and stability so you can move without discomfort.
Shoulder impingement occurs when the tendons of the rotator cuff become pinched under the bony structures of the shoulder during movement. This can cause inflammation, pain, and weakness, especially during overhead activities.
Our shoulder impingement therapy is designed to reduce inflammation, improve biomechanics, and eliminate the root cause of the impingement.
Treatment may include:
We focus on restoring full, pain-free range of motion while preventing future flare-ups.
A torn rotator cuff—whether partial or complete—can cause severe pain, limited motion, and decreased strength. Depending on the severity, treatment may be conservative (non-surgical) or follow a surgical repair.
At Physique Therapy, we support both paths with proven protocols for torn rotator cuff recovery that include:
We take a cautious but progressive approach to ensure healing while maximizing shoulder function.
Your recovery starts with a comprehensive evaluation of your shoulder mobility, strength, posture, and functional capacity. We then create a customized plan to meet your goals and guide you through every phase of rehab.
Your treatment may include:
We don’t just focus on short-term relief—we help you build strength, improve movement, and prevent future injuries.
At Physique Therapy, we combine expert care with a personal, supportive environment that empowers our patients to succeed. Here’s what sets us apart:
Whether you’re recovering from surgery, an injury, or dealing with chronic shoulder pain, we’re here to help you regain confidence and move pain-free again.
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.
