Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Physical Therapy Solutions
Summit Physical Therapy is a locally owned outpatient private practice founded by Dr. Tara Vollertsen, a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist. Our mission is to restore quality and personalization to healthcare through individualized care plans tailored to each patient's schedule and budget. With four convenient locations in Mandarin, Doctors Inlet, Orange Park, and Green Cove Springs, we serve communities across Northeast Florida. Our clinical team holds advanced certifications in orthopedics, pelvic floor therapy, vestibular rehabilitation, lymphedema management, and sports performance, ensuring comprehensive care for active adults and athletes. We utilize state-of-the-art equipment and evidence-based practices to deliver 1-on-1 therapy sessions with licensed professionals, focusing on pain management, injury prevention, and performance optimization.Recognized as Best of Clay 2025, our practice emphasizes direct access to care, allowing patients to begin treatment without physician referrals for 30 days. We collaborate with medical teams to expedite recovery while maintaining cost-effectiveness compared to traditional healthcare pathways. Our therapists combine manual techniques with therapeutic exercise to address acute/chronic pain, post-surgical rehabilitation, and mobility deficits. By prioritizing patient education and personalized treatment strategies, we empower individuals to reconnect with active lifestyles free from physical limitations.
Services
Physical Therapy
Orthopedics
Pelvic Floor Therapy
Vestibular Rehabilitation
Dry Needling
Lymphedema Therapy
Neuromuscular Massage
Sports Performance
Occupational Therapy
Youth Athlete Training
Highlights and features
- Board Certified Doctors of Physical & Occupational Therapy on staff
- Advanced training in 8+ specialty areas including pelvic floor and vestibular rehabilitation
- Four convenient locations serving Northeast Florida communities
- State-of-the-art equipment for accelerated recovery
- Voted Best of Clay 2025 for patient care excellence
Associations and certifications
- Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
What people say
Board-certified specialists
Personalized treatment plans
Convenient locations
Effective pain management
Sports performance expertise
Services
Physical Therapy
Our physical therapy services focus on restoring mobility and reducing pain through evidence-based techniques. Board-certified therapists create personalized treatment plans combining manual therapy with therapeutic exercise. Patients receive one-on-one care using state-of-the-art equipment for optimal recovery from injuries, surgeries, or chronic conditions.
Pelvic Floor Therapy
Specialized treatment for pelvic floor dysfunction addresses incontinence, pelvic pain, and postpartum recovery. Certified therapists use internal assessments and biofeedback training to improve muscle coordination. Treatment plans target strength restoration and pain reduction through individualized exercise programs and manual techniques.
Vestibular Rehabilitation
This specialized therapy improves balance disorders and vertigo through canalith repositioning techniques and coordination exercises. Therapists assess vision, proprioception, and inner ear function to develop customized interventions that reduce dizziness and prevent falls while restoring daily living independence.
Dry Needling
Dry needling targets trigger points causing referred pain using thin filaments to release muscle tension. Combined with electrical stimulation, this Western medicine technique improves pain control and range of motion. Therapists use this evidence-based approach alongside traditional physical therapy for musculoskeletal conditions.
Sports Performance
Performance programs prevent injuries and enhance athletic capabilities through evidence-based screening and strength conditioning. Certified specialists develop sport-specific training combining injury prevention assessments with weekly sessions to improve confidence, ability, and recovery for both professional and amateur athletes.
People
Tara Vollertsen
Owner
Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist with doctorate-level expertise in physical therapy. Dr. Vollertsen founded Summit Physical Therapy to provide personalized care using advanced orthopedic techniques. She leads clinical operations across all four locations while maintaining direct patient care.
Alyssa Melendez
Clinic Manager
Doctor of Physical Therapy specializing in orthopedic and lymphedema management. As Kingsley Avenue Clinic Manager, she oversees daily operations while providing hands-on patient care. Her expertise includes post-surgical rehabilitation and chronic pain management.
Kirsten Catamas
Clinic Manager
Doctor of Physical Therapy with Exercise Performance Certification and CSCS credentials. Managing Silos Clinic location, she specializes in sports performance and youth athlete development. Combines manual therapy with strength conditioning for optimal patient outcomes.
Jocelyn DiFolco
Physical Therapist
Doctor of Physical Therapy providing individualized care plans for orthopedic and vestibular conditions. Focuses on evidence-based practices to restore mobility and reduce pain. Collaborates with physicians to expedite patient recovery through direct access programs.
Koryn Carney
Massage Therapist
Licensed massage therapist specializing in neuromuscular techniques. Integrates soft tissue work with overall rehabilitation plans to improve circulation and reduce muscle tension. Works closely with physical therapists to enhance treatment outcomes through complementary therapy.
Questions
What conditions do your physical therapists treat?
Our therapists treat orthopedic injuries, pelvic floor dysfunction, vestibular disorders, sports injuries, and chronic pain conditions using evidence-based techniques.
Can I schedule an appointment without a referral?
Florida law allows direct access to physical therapy for 30 days without physician referral for assessment and treatment.
Do you accept insurance plans?
We work with major insurance providers and offer cost-effective care options. Contact our offices for specific plan verification.
What makes Summit different from other clinics?
We provide 1-on-1 care with board-certified specialists, advanced treatment techniques, and four convenient locations serving Northeast Florida communities.
Are your therapists specially trained?
All clinicians hold advanced certifications in orthopedics, pelvic floor, vestibular rehabilitation, dry needling, and sports performance specialties.
How long are therapy sessions?
Initial evaluations last 60-90 minutes. Follow-up sessions include dedicated one-on-one time with your licensed therapist for personalized care.
