Dr. Alicia Bornemann, DPT

Dr. Alicia Bornemann, DPT is a Physical Therapist practicing at her clinic in Winter Haven, FL. As a partner in preventive health featured on weprevent.org, she is registered with The Florida Board of Medicine and practices under the Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice). She is dedicated to empowering patients with proactive, comprehensive Physical Therapy care, recognizing 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. She serves all ages.

Dr. Alicia DPT, a physical therapist in Winter Haven, FL, approaches care with a commitment to collaborative, evidence-based medicine. She creates a supportive environment where patients feel empowered to take an active role in their long-term health. Her practice focuses on preventive strategies, working with patients to identify potential risks and proactively address them. To confirm if she is currently accepting new patients, please call (863) 877-0605. Dr. Alicia DPT provides consultations primarily in English.

A key part of the WePrevent mission is building your personalized prevention roadmap. Dr. Alicia DPT 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. Alicia DPT 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. Alicia DPT 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:

• Knee Tendinitis: Early detection of knee tendinitis is crucial to avoid long-term damage and chronic pain; recognizing symptoms early allows for timely intervention and prevents further complications.
• Stress Fracture of Foot: Preventing stress fractures in your feet begins with understanding your risk factors like intensity of activity and footwear; regular check-ups can help detect issues early.
• Back Sprain: Understanding your individual risk factors for back sprains – like weak core muscles or poor posture – allows for targeted preventative strategies to avoid future episodes.
• Degenerative Scoliosis: Degenerative scoliosis can cause chronic back pain and limited mobility, but consistent physical therapy and lifestyle modifications can help prevent these debilitating effects.
• Arthritis of the Elbow: Early detection of elbow arthritis is key to slowing its progression and preserving your ability to perform everyday tasks, emphasizing proactive care over reactive treatment.
• Work-Related Injuries: Early detection of work-related injuries is key to minimizing long-term damage and ensuring a quicker return to your normal activities.
• Upper Extremity Pain: Upper extremity pain, whether mild or severe, shouldn't be ignored; early detection and treatment can prevent long-term disability and improve your quality of life.

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. Alicia DPT offers a range of key preventive screenings and services designed to provide crucial insights into your health and support your well-being:

• Spine Physical Therapy: Proactive spine physical therapy helps identify potential issues early, preventing future back pain and mobility limitations.
• Auricular Acupuncture: Auricular acupuncture may help relieve pain and improve body awareness, promoting a proactive approach to injury prevention.
• Lumbar Selective Nerve Root Block: A lumbar selective nerve root block is a procedure that can help pinpoint the source of lower back pain, allowing for more targeted treatment and preventing unnecessary procedures.
• Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS): Proactively manage pain and improve mobility by using TENS, a technique that uses low-level electrical currents to ease pain and restore movement.
• Strengthening Exercise: Strengthening exercises are a powerful tool to protect your joints and reduce pain, keeping you mobile and independent for longer.
• Cervical Facet Joint Injection: To proactively manage chronic neck pain, a cervical facet joint injection can help determine if your discomfort stems from the facet joints, guiding you towards effective relief.
• Joint Drainage: Joint drainage helps identify and remove excess fluid from your joints, reducing pain and stiffness and preventing further damage.

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. Alicia DPT 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:

• Recognizing early signs of knee tendinitis, a patient proactively engaged in a physical therapy program, significantly reducing their risk of future pain and injury. This proactive approach allowed them to maintain an active lifestyle without the limitations of chronic knee pain.
• By understanding their activity levels and footwear choices, a patient proactively reduced their risk of a stress fracture in their foot, enjoying a more active and pain-free lifestyle.
• A patient, recognizing their risk factors for back sprains, implemented a personalized physical therapy plan. This proactive approach significantly reduced their likelihood of future episodes, promoting a pain-free and active lifestyle.

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. Alicia DPT:

What is a Physical Therapist?

A Physical Therapist (PT), like Dr. Alicia DPT, is a licensed healthcare professional who specializes in movement. They help improve your quality of life by providing hands-on care, education, and exercises to 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. Alicia DPT will be a comprehensive evaluation. We will discuss your medical history and goals, followed by a physical evaluation of your posture, movement, strength, and flexibility. This 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, like with chronic back pain, rotator cuff tears, or knee osteoarthritis, can be as effective as surgery in reducing pain and improving function. It's a powerful, non-invasive first step that often prevents the need for more invasive procedures.

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

Yes, a physical therapist like Dr. Alicia, DPT, 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.

What is 'manual therapy'?

Manual therapy is a hands-on approach used by Dr. Alicia, DPT, to address pain and improve movement. It includes techniques like joint mobilization and soft tissue mobilization to restore joint motion and improve muscle function. This helps reduce pain and prepare the body for more effective therapeutic exercises.

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

Pre-operative physical therapy, or "prehab," strengthens muscles before surgery, helping speed recovery. Post-operative physical therapy is critical, starting soon after surgery, to restore range of motion, build strength, and ensure the best possible outcome from your new joint. Dr. Alicia DPT will work with you to create a personalized plan.

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

Yes, pediatric physical therapists like Dr. Alicia DPT are experts in child development. She 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 have pain at my desk job. Can you provide ergonomic advice?

Yes, absolutely. Preventing workplace injuries is a key part of physical therapy. Dr. Alicia DPT can assess your workstation setup and provide expert ergonomic recommendations, as well as teach stretches and exercises to prevent repetitive strain injuries.

5535 Cypress Gardens Blvd Ste 260
Winter Haven FL 33884
Phone: (863) 877-0605

Dr. Alicia Bornemann, DPT 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): 1114524675

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. Alicia DPT 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.