Dr. Jarrett Stark, DPT

Dr. Jarrett Stark, DPT is a Physical Therapist practicing at a clinic in Tampa, FL, dedicated to empowering patients with proactive, comprehensive Physical Therapy care. Registered with The Florida Board of Medicine and practicing under Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice), he is a vital partner in preventive health. 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. He serves all ages.

Dr. Jarrett Stark, DPT is a physical therapist in Tampa, FL, committed to a collaborative, evidence-based approach to patient care. He fosters a supportive environment where patients feel empowered to take an active role in their long-term health, emphasizing prevention and proactive strategies. His focus is on restoring optimal function and movement, and he works closely with patients to develop personalized plans for long-term wellness. Patients should call (813) 264-7734 to confirm if he is currently accepting new patients. Dr. Jarrett DPT provides consultations primarily in English.

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

• Hip Injury: Regular hip strengthening and flexibility exercises are vital for injury prevention and maintaining optimal hip health throughout your life.
• Traumatic Spine Disease: Protecting your spine from traumatic injury starts with understanding potential risks and taking steps to prevent them, ensuring a healthy, mobile future.
• Stress Fracture of Foot: Early detection of a foot stress fracture is crucial to avoid further damage and ensure quicker healing through timely physical therapy interventions.
• Hand Injury: Understanding the risk factors for hand injuries, such as repetitive movements or forceful exertions, allows you to implement preventative strategies and avoid future problems.
• Excision of Tarsal or Metatarsal: Managing foot problems, like bunions or hammertoes, before they require excision, minimizes long-term pain and helps preserve mobility.
• Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open: Proper treatment of an open hand or wrist fracture minimizes the risk of infection and promotes faster healing, helping you regain full use of your hand sooner.
• Myelomalacia: Myelomalacia, a softening of the spinal cord, can be detected early through regular checkups, helping prevent permanent nerve damage and 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. Jarrett DPT offers a range of key preventive screenings and services designed to provide crucial insights into your health and support your well-being:

• Fall Prevention and Safety Program: Invest in your long-term mobility and well-being by enrolling in our Fall Prevention and Safety Program – a program that helps you improve balance, strength, and confidence to prevent falls.
• Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapy: Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapy is a gentle massage technique that can help improve your body's natural drainage system, reducing swelling and supporting overall health.
• Epidural Steroid Injections: As a proactive measure to alleviate nerve compression pain, epidural steroid injections may provide temporary relief and allow you to participate more fully in physical therapy.
• TheraLase® Cold Laser Therapy: Boost your recovery and prevent future injuries with TheraLase® Cold Laser Therapy, which helps reduce inflammation, pain, and promotes tissue regeneration.
• Intradiscal Electrothermal Annuloplasty: As a proactive measure against chronic back pain, Intradiscal Electrothermal Annuloplasty strengthens and stabilizes the spinal discs, improving spinal function and reducing the need for future interventions.
• Thoracic Epidural Steroid Injection: As a proactive step towards better spinal health, a thoracic epidural steroid injection can help alleviate nerve compression, relieving pain and restoring function in your torso and arms.
• Kinesio Taping Method: Take a proactive step towards injury prevention with kinesio taping; it gently lifts the skin, improving circulation and reducing pain.

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. Jarrett 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:

• By incorporating regular hip strengthening and flexibility exercises into their routine, a patient significantly reduced their risk of hip injury, allowing them to maintain an active lifestyle with greater confidence.
• By understanding potential risks and practicing safe lifting techniques, a patient proactively reduced their chance of spinal injury, gaining confidence in their ability to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle.
• Recognizing the early signs of potential foot stress fractures, a patient proactively sought physical therapy guidance, effectively reducing their risk of further injury and ensuring a swift recovery. This proactive approach provided the patient with peace of mind and allowed them to maintain an active lifestyle.

These scenarios are illustrative examples of positive health outcomes. Individual results may vary and depend on many factors specific to each patient. He 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. Jarrett DPT:

What is a Physical Therapist?

A Physical Therapist (PT), like Dr. Jarrett DPT, is a licensed healthcare professional specializing in movement. They use hands-on care, education, and exercise to improve your quality of life, prevent injuries, manage pain, and restore function after an illness or surgery.

What should I expect during my first physical therapy evaluation?

Your first visit with Dr. Jarrett DPT will be a comprehensive assessment. We will discuss your medical history and goals, then perform 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 often a powerful, non-invasive first step, potentially preventing more invasive procedures.

I have arthritis. Can physical therapy actually help?

Yes, physical therapy is a cornerstone of arthritis management. While it can't reverse arthritis, a targeted exercise program from Dr. Jarrett DPT can strengthen the muscles around the joint, improve flexibility, and significantly reduce pain, helping to prevent disability and maintain an active life.

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

Yes, Dr. Jarrett DPT is an expert in child development. We 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.

What is dry needling?

Dry needling is a skilled technique where a physical therapist inserts a thin needle into a muscle "trigger point" to release tension and relieve pain. It's based on Western anatomy and physiology, unlike acupuncture, and can be a valuable tool to accelerate your recovery.

What is the goal of a home exercise program?

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

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

Yes, Dr. Jarrett, DPT, and many physical therapists are specially trained in vestibular rehabilitation. They can treat common causes of dizziness, like BPPV, with specific head maneuvers, and improve balance through targeted exercises to prevent falls.

3820 Northdale Blvd Ste 101A
Tampa FL 33624
Phone: (813) 264-7734

Dr. Jarrett Stark, 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): 1437815917

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. Jarrett 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.