Forward Physio

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    Physical Therapy

    Tampa, FL

    Forward Physio is a performance-focused physical therapy clinic in South Tampa specializing in hybrid athletes, runners, bodybuilders, and active individuals. Led by Doctors of Physical Therapy Dr. Nick Tanner and Dr. Danny Xu, both SFMA Level 1 certified and dry needling certified, the clinic offers 100% one-on-one sessions with customized treatment plans rather than cookie-cutter approaches. They provide performance physical therapy, manual therapy, dry needling, movement assessments, strength training, and injury prevention services—designed to help athletes train harder, move better, and achieve long-term resilience without relying on insurance-driven, passive-modality models.

    Ideal for: Bodybuilders and Olympic weightlifters, Runners and endurance athletes, Hybrid athletes who lift and run, Weekend warriors and active individuals seeking injury prevention

    Service area: Tampa and St. Petersburg, Florida

    What Sets Forward Physio Apart

    100% One-on-One with a Doctor of PT: Every session is directly with Dr. Tanner or Dr. Xu—no assistants, no productivity standards, no passive modalities. Both doctors are SFMA Level 1 and dry needling certified.

    Specialization in Athletes & Performance: Tailored expertise for bodybuilders, Olympic weightlifters, runners, and hybrid athletes. Proactive movement assessments help prevent injuries before they occur.

    Direct Access, No Referral Required: In Florida, you can book directly with Forward Physio without a physician referral, and treatment focuses on building resilience and return-to-sport goals rather than insurance-driven protocols.

    Performance Physical TherapyDry NeedlingAthlete-Focused PTOne-on-One CareMovement Assessment
    Google Rating
    5.0 ★ (134 reviews)
    Phone
    (813) 535-3676

    Location

    Address: 5850 W Cypress St, Tampa, FL 33607

    Phone: (813) 535-3676

    Website: forward-physio.com

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    Last updated April 21, 2026

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