Anni Pettis

Anni Pettis is a Physical Therapist dedicated to empowering patients with proactive, comprehensive Physical Therapy care. As a partner in preventive health featured on weprevent.org, she practices at her clinic in Tavares, FL, and is registered with The Florida Board of Medicine, practicing under the Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice). She recognizes that general physical therapists are your primary partners in preventive care, collaborating to create long-term health plans, coordinating screenings, and restoring movement and function, guiding you through injury rehabilitation and empowering you to maintain optimal wellness for life. Dr. Anni Pettis serves all ages, and patients should call (352) 253-3892 to confirm if she is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Anni Pettis is a physical therapist in Tavares, FL, committed to a collaborative, evidence-based approach to medicine. She fosters a supportive environment where patients feel empowered to take an active role in their long-term health, recognizing that proactive care is key to achieving and maintaining optimal well-being. Her practice prioritizes the prevention of future health issues by working with patients to develop personalized strategies for maintaining physical function and overall wellness. Dr. Anni Pettis provides consultations primarily in English.

A key part of the WePrevent mission is building your personalized prevention roadmap. Dr. Anni Pettis is a vital partner in this journey, focusing on proactive strategies to protect and enhance your long-term health.

By working together, you and Dr. Anni Pettis can create a clear, actionable plan to address your unique risk factors and health goals.

A proactive approach to health involves understanding and managing potential risks. Dr. Anni Pettis provides expert care for a range of conditions, focusing on early detection and effective management to support your long-term wellness. Common areas of focus include:

• Tricep Injuries: Managing tricep injuries through physical therapy helps restore full range of motion and strength, preventing future occurrences and improving overall arm health.
• Patellar Fracture: Understanding your risk factors for a patellar fracture, such as osteoporosis or high-impact activities, allows for proactive measures to minimize the likelihood of this debilitating injury.
• Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh: Don't let hip and thigh osteoarthritis limit your activity. Physical therapy helps restore movement and function, improving your quality of life and preventing long-term complications.
• Back Strain: Protecting your back from strain starts with understanding your risk factors and proactively building strength and flexibility to minimize future problems.
• Upper Extremity Pain: Don't let upper extremity pain limit your movements; proactive physical therapy and early intervention can often restore function and prevent further complications.
• Sports Injuries of the Knee: Managing knee sports injuries effectively prevents chronic pain, further damage, and the need for extensive rehabilitation later on.
• Finger Injuries: Proper management of finger injuries, including early intervention with physical therapy, helps prevent complications such as stiffness, deformity, and long-term disability.

This list highlights some common health concerns and is for informational purposes only. The best way to understand your personal health and create a prevention plan is to schedule a consultation. Accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment plans are developed based on individual patient evaluations.

Taking proactive steps is central to long-term health. Dr. Anni Pettis offers a range of key preventive screenings and services designed to provide crucial insights into your health and support your well-being:

• Cardiac Rehabilitation: Cardiac rehabilitation is a program designed to assess your heart health, identify potential risks, and provide personalized guidance to improve your heart function and well-being.
• Impairment Rating Evaluation: Proactively protect your long-term well-being with an impairment rating evaluation, which objectively measures your physical limitations to help prevent chronic issues.
• Ischial Bursa Injection: Protecting your mobility, an ischial bursa injection helps manage pain stemming from the ischial bursa, a crucial step towards preventing chronic issues.
• Bursa Injection: To ease joint pain and stiffness, a bursa injection can be a preventative measure, allowing you to stay active and avoid more serious issues.
• Neurological Rehabilitation: Neurological rehabilitation helps you regain movement and function after a stroke, injury, or illness affecting your nervous system, proactively improving your quality of life.
• Pelvic Floor Therapy: Proactively safeguard your pelvic health and prevent future issues with a pelvic floor therapy assessment, identifying potential weaknesses or imbalances before they cause problems.
• Prolotherapy Injections: Take charge of your joint health: Prolotherapy injections help regenerate tissues, reducing the need for surgery and improving long-term joint function.

Service availability can change, and not all services listed may be appropriate for every patient. For a comprehensive understanding of all available services and to create your personalized screening plan, please schedule a consultation.

All medical services are provided in accordance with the standard scope of practice for Physical Therapies in Florida.

Dr. Anni Pettis is dedicated to partnering with Caregivers to achieve their unique health objectives. The following examples illustrate how a proactive approach can make a tangible difference in a Patient's life:

• By implementing a proactive physical therapy plan, a patient successfully strengthened their triceps, significantly reducing their risk of future injuries and regaining full arm function. This proactive approach gave the patient confidence in their ability to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
• By understanding their risk factors for patellar fracture and incorporating a proactive exercise program, a patient significantly reduced their chance of injury, gaining greater confidence in their daily activities.
• Following a personalized physical therapy program, a patient significantly improved hip and thigh strength, reducing pain and preventing further deterioration. This proactive approach allowed them to maintain an active lifestyle and enjoy a higher quality of life.

These scenarios are illustrative examples of positive health outcomes. Individual results may vary and depend on many factors specific to each patient. She will work with you to define and achieve your personal health goals.

Here are answers to some common questions about proactive Physical Therapy care with Dr. Anni Pettis:

What is a Physical Therapist?

Dr. Anni Pettis and our physical therapists are licensed healthcare professionals who specialize in movement and improving quality of life. They use hands-on care, education, and exercises to help prevent injuries, manage pain, and restore function after illness or surgery.

What should I expect during my first physical therapy evaluation?

Your first visit with Dr. Pettis will be a comprehensive assessment. She will discuss your medical history and goals, then perform a physical evaluation of your posture, movement, strength, and flexibility. This evaluation is the starting point for creating a completely personalized prevention and recovery plan.

Can physical therapy help me avoid surgery?

Yes, in many cases. Physical therapy can be as effective as surgery for conditions like chronic back pain, rotator cuff tears, or knee osteoarthritis. It's a powerful, non-invasive first step to reduce pain and improve function, potentially preventing the need for more invasive procedures.

I'm having joint replacement surgery. When should I start PT?

Prehabilitation exercises strengthen muscles before surgery, speeding recovery. Post-operative physical therapy is crucial, starting soon after surgery, to restore range of motion, build strength, and optimize your new joint's function. Our team will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan for both pre- and post-operative care.

What is the goal of a home exercise program?

Dr. Pettis's home exercise program is a crucial part of your recovery. It's a personalized set of exercises designed to help you continue improving between sessions and prevent the problem from returning after therapy is complete.

How can physical therapy help after a stroke?

Dr. Pettis's physical therapy program focuses on restoring neurological function after a stroke. Through specific, repetitive exercises, we encourage neuroplasticity, which allows the brain to rewire itself and regain lost abilities. Our goal is to improve walking, balance, and strength, ultimately maximizing independence and preventing falls.

My child seems clumsy or behind in motor skills. Can PT help?

Dr. Anni Pettis and her team of pediatric physical therapists are experts in child development. They can perform a developmental screening to identify any delays and create a fun, play-based therapy program to help your child build strength, coordination, and confidence.

I feel dizzy and off-balance. Can a physical therapist help?

Yes, a physical therapist like Dr. Pettis can help. Many physical therapists are specially trained in vestibular rehabilitation and can treat common causes of dizziness, such as BPPV, with specific head maneuvers. They can also improve balance through targeted exercises to help prevent falls.

3140 Waterman Way
Tavares FL 32778
Phone: (352) 253-3892

Anni Pettis is regulated by the Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice) in Florida and is licensed by The Florida Board of Medicine.

National Provider Identifier (NPI): 1679292304

Registration can typically be verified through The Florida Board of Medicine website or by direct inquiry.

The information on this profile, provided by weprevent.org, is for general informational purposes and to help you connect with preventive health partners. It does not constitute direct medical advice from the physician named. Physical Therapies like Dr. Anni Pettis are skilled in helping patients create proactive health plans. For urgent or life-threatening emergencies, please call 911 or visit the nearest emergency department. It is always recommended to maintain open communication with your physical therapy about all aspects of your health and your personalized prevention plan.