Business Details
12 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Personalized Physical Therapy Solutions
At Clear Choice Physical Therapy, we prioritize collaboration between patient, therapist, physician, and health team members to create customized treatment plans focused on healing your body and restoring mobility. With over 20 years of combined experience among our therapists, we specialize in outpatient orthopedic conditions including chronic pain, post-surgical recovery, and age-related mobility issues. Our one-on-one treatment approach ensures personalized care using advanced techniques like Graston, lymphedema therapy, and vestibular rehabilitation.Located within The Fitness Clinic, we provide seamless transitions from therapy to independent exercise programs. Founder Erik Bleeker, a University of Florida graduate with specialized training in lymphedema treatment and Graston technique, leads our team of certified professionals committed to helping patients achieve measurable improvements in mobility and pain reduction through evidence-based practices.
Services
Chronic Pain Management
Sports Injury Rehabilitation
Post-Surgery Recovery
Lymphedema Treatment
Vestibular Rehabilitation
Geriatric Physical Therapy
Functional Decline Treatment
Therapeutic Yoga
Balance & Fall Prevention
Graston Technique Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We provide one-on-one treatment with the same licensed therapist for every session
- Our therapists have over 20 years of combined experience in outpatient orthopedics
- Specialized certifications in Graston technique and lymphedema treatment available
- Integrated with The Fitness Clinic for seamless therapy-to-exercise transitions
- Customized treatment plans address root causes of pain rather than masking symptoms
Associations and certifications
- Lymphology Association of North America (LANA)
What people say
Excellent results
Caring staff
Personalized treatment
Significant improvement
Knowledgeable therapists
Services
Chronic Pain Management
Our chronic pain management program targets persistent musculoskeletal conditions through manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, and advanced techniques like Graston. We address root causes of pain rather than masking symptoms, helping patients reduce medication dependence. Treatment plans incorporate posture correction, mobility improvement, and home exercise programs to achieve long-term relief for conditions like arthritis, sciatica, and fibromyalgia.
Post-Surgery Recovery
Specialized post-surgical rehabilitation programs accelerate recovery after joint replacements, orthopedic procedures, and soft tissue repairs. Our therapists develop progressive treatment plans focusing on restoring range of motion, rebuilding strength, and preventing complications. With one-on-one sessions and personalized home programs, we ensure patients safely return to daily activities while minimizing pain medication requirements through evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
Lymphedema Treatment
Certified lymphedema therapy includes manual lymphatic drainage, compression bandaging, and patient education for managing chronic swelling. Our LANA-certified therapists use specialized techniques to improve lymphatic flow and reduce fluid accumulation, particularly for post-cancer treatment patients. Treatment combines skin care management, compression therapy, and customized exercise programs to control symptoms and improve quality of life for individuals with lymphatic system impairments.
Vestibular Rehabilitation
Vestibular rehabilitation addresses dizziness, vertigo, and balance disorders through targeted exercises and repositioning maneuvers. Our therapists use evidence-based protocols like the Epley maneuver to treat BPPV, while implementing balance training programs to reduce fall risk. Treatment includes gaze stabilization exercises and functional mobility training to restore normal inner ear function and improve spatial orientation in patients experiencing chronic dizziness.
Sports Injury Rehabilitation
Sports injury rehabilitation focuses on restoring athletic performance through sport-specific exercises and functional movement training. Our programs address common injuries like sprains, strains, and tendonitis using manual therapy, strength training, and proprioceptive exercises. We incorporate sport-specific drills and return-to-play protocols to ensure safe recovery while preventing re-injury through biomechanical analysis and corrective exercise programs tailored to each athlete's needs.
People
Erik Bleeker
Founder/Physical Therapist
Erik Bleeker, MSPT, CSCS, founded Clear Choice in 2014 after 12 years as clinic director. Specializing in outpatient orthopedics, he holds advanced certifications in Graston technique and lymphedema therapy. With over 20 years of clinical experience, he focuses on treating chronic pain, post-surgical conditions, and age-related mobility issues while maintaining active involvement in patient care.
Fiorella Leigh
Physical Therapist
Fiorella 'Fi' Leigh brings 25+ years of orthopedic experience to our team, specializing in post-operative joint replacements. A bilingual therapist fluent in Spanish and Italian, she combines technical expertise with compassionate care to help patients overcome mobility challenges. Her clinical focus includes geriatric rehabilitation and functional decline prevention for mature adults.
Chantal Galiano
Office Manager
Chantal Galiano manages daily operations and insurance navigation. A former patient herself, she brings cross-cultural experience from Puerto Rico and Italy to support our diverse patient base. Her administrative expertise ensures smooth patient experiences while maintaining the clinic's commitment to personalized care and service excellence.
Questions
Does insurance cover physical therapy treatment?
Most insurance plans including Medicare cover our services. Our office manager works with patients to maximize benefits and verify coverage details before treatment begins.
Do I need a doctor's referral for physical therapy?
Florida allows direct access to physical therapists without a prescription. We can treat you for 30 days before requiring physician referral if needed.
What happens during the first physical therapy appointment?
Your initial 60-minute visit includes medical history review, physical evaluation, and personalized treatment plan development with your licensed therapist.
Will I see the same therapist for every session?
Yes, our one-on-one model ensures you receive consistent care from the same licensed therapist during every treatment session.
Is physical therapy painful?
While some techniques may cause temporary discomfort, our therapists prioritize pain relief through manual therapy, modalities, and progressive exercise programs tailored to your tolerance level.
Does Medicare limit physical therapy visits?
Congress eliminated Medicare therapy caps in 2018. We continue treatment as medically necessary to maintain patient independence and quality of life.
Reviews (6)
Francine Mason
Dec 22, 2021
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If you have vertigo, Erik Bleeker is the person to see! For me, it started in yoga with downward dog and then when I turned my head to one side in bed, I felt dizzy and nauseous. My primary (and Google) diagnosed benign paroxysmal positional vertigo. Doctor said it would eventually go away. After three miserable weeks, a friend suggested I try this physical therapist at Clear Choice who had fixed his friends vertigo. And just like that, one visit to Erik and it was gone! So grateful for the recommendation. Erik is very knowledgeable, gentle and explains clearly what to expect. Would definitely
Elayna Ciani
Dec 09, 2021
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I would add 5 more stars for a 10! Erik is incredible. I recently had hip replacement with a complication which was restricting my range of motion. His technique and persistence has given me an unbelievable result. My surgeon was shocked at my results. I owe it all to Erik. He is an Angel.
Alan Fahrer
Sep 28, 2021
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Erik is a awesome therapist. He has in-depth knowledge, experience and tailors a regime that works best for you. He explains in detail any questions you might have. I wouldnt go anywhere else.
Venus Xoxo
Sep 21, 2021
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I've prayed to God after my accident last year to lead me to a caring professional therapist who would help me get back to doing my daily life and he led me to Clear Choice. Erik Bleeker is kind, has patience and understanding, one on one therapy and they are safe with following cdc guidelines for covid cleanliness, Erik has helped me get my life back on track. forever grateful.
Nancy Greene
Jun 06, 2021
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The staff here are friendly and Erik, my Physical Therapist, is excellent. He knew exactly what to do to improve my quality of life and was sensitive to my injury and adjusted exercises as needed. I started to have relief from pain after just a few sessions. I highly recommend Clear Choice Physical Therapy and particularly Erik Bleeker.
Lauren Bee
May 05, 2021
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I have received physical therapy at a number of facilities over the years for the same injuries. I have experienced positive results here that I have never experienced anywhere else. The therapy is more targeted and they positively challenge me to do more. I feel stronger and more positive. Everyone is so knowledable, professional, and nice!
