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Sports Physical Therapy in Lakewood Ranch, FL
End Pain. Build Resilience.
You train hard. When pain or injury forces you to scale back, modify, or sit out — that is not acceptable. Tideline is built for people like you.
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5.0 Rating • 125 Google Reviews
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What We Offer
One Roof. Three Ways to Get You Back to What You Love.
Sports physical therapy, performance training, and nutrition coaching — working together so you can train without limits.
Why Tideline
One Clinic. Every Tool to Get You Back to Full Training.
The traditional rehab model was designed around insurance schedules, not your goals. We built something different — a clinic where every session is 60 minutes, one-on-one with a Doctor of Physical Therapy who understands what it means to be an athlete.
One-on-One, Every Visit
You get 60 uninterrupted minutes with your sports doctor — no aides, no shared time, no shortcuts. Your plan is built around you.
Board-Certified Sports Specialist
One of only two board-certified Sports Clinical Specialists in the Sarasota/Bradenton area, with a sports medicine residency from the Cleveland Clinic.
Root-Cause Assessment
We find what is actually causing the problem — not just where it hurts. Every plan starts with a full movement screen and thorough assessment.
Built to Keep You Active for Life
The goal is not just getting you out of pain. It is building the strength and resilience to stay active on your own terms — for the long haul.
How It Works
Three Steps to Training Pain-Free
Find the Root Cause
A 60-minute, one-on-one evaluation with a Doctor of Physical Therapy. Full movement screen, thorough assessment, and a clear picture of what is actually going on.
Address and Solve Your Pain
A personalized plan built around your goals — combining hands-on treatment, specific exercises, and smart modifications so you can keep moving while you recover.
Build Long-Term Resilience
Strength, resilience, and the tools to self-manage — so you can stay active on your own terms without the constant fear of reinjury.
Meet the Team
Athletes Who Became Clinicians. Clinicians Who Still Train.
Our Doctors of Physical Therapy are active people who understand what it takes to stay in the game — because they never left it.
Dr. Jaime Loomis
DPT, MDT, Cert DN, CPT
Lead Physical Therapist
Dr. Megan McFarland
DPT, Cert DN
Physical Therapist
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Ashlie Cramer
RN, CPT, CNC, MSN
Nutrition Coach, Personal Trainer & Practice Manager
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Dr. Michael Sclafani
DPT, SCS, CSCS, USAW
Founder and Owner
What Athletes in Lakewood Ranch Are Saying
Serving athletes and active adults in Lakewood Ranch, Bradenton, Sarasota, and beyond.
Within 5 treatments Michael was able to isolate and fix my lower back and right knee issues. He is extremely knowledgeable and very professional.
Gregory Miller
Legit the best treatment I have ever received. It wasn’t only an hour long of random questions and adjustments. After discussing my injury he knew where and what was going on. Michael was very on point while teaching/ showing diff things that will help progress recovery. He has helped me so much and I am so grateful! Deff best DR. In town.
Kayla Comparetto
I went to Dr. Sclafani with some unresolved knee that I thought I would have to deal with forever. He helped me with my squat form and used micro needling, and I no longer have pain! Clean office with excellent and personable staff. Highly reccomend!
Michelle Smalling
After years of chronic pain, I had just come to accept that this was the way my body is and I would have to deal with it. Michael & the Tideline staff have done what I thought was impossible. After only a few sessions the pain is gone, my mobility has greatly increased and I am able to sleep through the night without discomfort. I highly recommend this tremendous team!
Justin Kyhos
I highly recommend Tideline Sports Performance and Dr. Sclafani. I suffered from chronic low back and shoulder pain from past sports injuries. In just a few months I am 100% better and back in the gym without any restrictions. The team at Tideline is fantastic and offers very personalized care. I would highly recommend Tideline to anyone looking for sports rehabilitation.
Ray Gault
I have had an amazing experience at Tideline!! Dr. Mallory has helped me through a shoulder injury I have been suffering with for two years. Everyone there is so nice and welcoming!! They are always there to help you and make your performance better!!
Courtnie Lee
Very friendly and helpful.
Rolland
Michael & the Tideline Crew were great to work with. Michael helped alleviate my shoulder pain as well as improved my shoulder mobility.
Eddy Thomas
Super professional and friendly place that totally help me with my neck shoulder issue
Giulissa
Tideline is excellent. Had a great experience with Dr. Mal. Had strained my lat in Crossfit. Literally, with one treatment, I felt immediate relief. Scheduled a few additional visits to treat that and other ailments that flaired up. Hopefully, I won't have the need to go back, but if I do, I won't hesitate.
Ben Hanan
Incredibly knowledgeable!! It was refreshing to see as a squat rack at doctors office! As a lifelong athlete the worst thing you want to hear from a doctor is stop what you love doing. Having someone who understands movement and sports is a blessing!
Mark Cox
The Tideline team has been and continues to be incredible in addressing my mobility issues. Thank you Mallory!
Edgar Perez
Awesome and very knowledgeable Team!!
Michelle Schanz
Dr. Mallory helped me recover fast so I could get back to training within a few weeks! She was awesome to work with and I highly recommend her with any sports PT needs!
Jenna Baverman
Beyond impressed with the Doctors at this practice, I had the Pleasure to work with Dr. Mallory during my shoulder rehab journey and she was very through with my assessment and listened to my every concern. The team at Tideline really cares about your longterm success and getting you set up with a tailored treatment plan to help expedite the recovery process.
Dustin Pletcher
Mallory and the whole team are great! The dry needling and exercises/stretches she gave me made huge improvements in my back and neck.
Anneliese Cassalia
I meet Brandon, Dr. Mike and Dr. Mallory at my gym for a free consult. The 15 mins was enough time for me decide to go have a session as I was having serious knee pain for the last 3 years. Dr Mallory got me healed and on the right track after a few sessions and with the tools and knowledge to keep me pain free. Excellent service and care by all of the staff and I will go back for sessions in the future! Thanks again!
lucie przy
As a basketball player, my body goes through lots of pain and injuries constantly. Dr. Mallory was a big key in helping me be ready for the next workout every day and be in overall better physical health.
Stravis Lutchman
Dr Mallory is amazing. She asks lots of questions to ensure she not only understands the medical issue but how it’s impacting your goals and quality of life.
Jennifer Hughes
I went to Tideline because I had knee troubles for years from an accident. I tried doing rehab on my own and never had any relief. After just a few sessions with Dr.Mike it’s like I have a new knee. I can back squat, do lunges and jump now without any pain! It’s helped me in the gym considerably. I wish I’d gone to Tideline much sooner. I highly Recommend!!!!
Dollie Mulholland
My experience has been extremely positive. I have improved my flexibility, strength and regained energy as a result of the effective treatment I have received. Results were fast and this provided the motivation I needed to rehab and get back to prior activities.
Ken Evans
Thank you to Tideline for getting my shoulder, elbow and wrist back in working order. I could not have completed my year so successfully without MalIorie's help. I cannot compliment their knowledge and professionalism more.
Tammy Cichowski
My experience at Tideline has helped me to have less pain at work and improve my performance in the gym. The Tideline team is extremely helpful and personable. Would highly recommend!
Timothy Ye
Awesome results with my elbow and forearm pain, staff is very knowledgeable and dedicated to your recovery!!
mike sessa
My son Ethan Salata fractured his back. After the back healed we needed to find a place for physical therapy. Ethan is a high school football player, and therefore we were looking for a place that would understand the demand s for his sport as well as his age and injury. Tideline exceeded our expectations and did a phenomenal job getting Ethan back into the game. Would definitely recommend them to anyone!!! Thanks
Ethan Salata
My son was having major back pain stopping him from doing any sports activities. He is a very, very big kid for his age so he has had his fair share of growth plate issues. He has also experienced really extreme tightness in his muscles. Dr. Mike is incredible. He immediately diagnosed him correctly. His patience, communication, and breaking down the “Why’s” to Jackson is phenomenal. I highly recommend Dr. Mike and Tideline to anyone.
Jeramie Snelling
Dr. Sclafani is truly a miracle worker! I had shoulder pain for 3 years and it was practically gone within 48 hours after just one treatment! He is an exceptionally skilled healer. Don't shortchange your health for a few dollars. Dr. Scalafani is well worth it!
JA Schmidt
I cannot say enough amazing things about Dr. Michael! He was so great with my daughter in explaining what she did and how he can help her. He will definitely be our go to with any sports related injury or issue!
Sarah Baker
Tideline got me back on the courts, pain-free, in just weeks!!! Michael's knowledge is incredible and his ability to access the situation is outstanding. He is patient and takes personal interest in his client welfare. I highly recommend for any sort of PT recovery to help you feel happy and healthy.
Linda Heitzner
I scheduled an appointment and Dr Mike contacted me right away and gave me genuinely great advice! Unfortunately I wasn't able to be helped at this time due to having recent surgery and Dr Mike was very transparent and honest about what the best way for me to proceed would be. I will be returning for some PT in the future!
Thomas Crowley
Excellent service and Dr. Mike was always attentive to detail and listens well, hearing and focusing on the patients problematic areas. I highly recommend Tideline Sports to anyone!
Michael Caffrey
I went to Dr. Sclafani with two mobility and pain problems. He was able to diagnose, treat and correct both for me in just a few weeks! Specifically my wrist was in pain 24/7 and he was able to work on me for 1 hour and give me home exercises. The pain was gone in two days and has not been back!! I highly recommend Dr. Sclafani and his team at Tideline Sports Performance for any mobility or pain issues you may be facing!!
Terra Barber
I am a college football player I came in with numerous reoccurring hamstring injuries. After a couple weeks I was slowly able to gain my speed back. After the program heading into camp for the fall, I felt great. I was able to stay healthy all the way to the end of the season. It was a great overall experience, everyone that worked there was great as well.
Matthew Esdelle
Dr Sclafani helped my fix the chronic hip pain I was dealing with for several years. As a result, I can now do real squats again!
Danielle Burnikel
I found Tideline when looking for a physical therapy clinic in the area that specializes in performance. Michael and Jamie were wonderful to work with! They not only treated my issue, but also discovered the root cause to eliminate further issues. I feel better than I have in years and highly recommend!
Christopher Lail
I recently completed therapy at Tidelines and I cannot recommend them highly enough. Michael took the time to listen to my concerns and helped me understand what I was feeling, as well as getting me on the right path for healing . The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. I had an outstanding experience and I would highly recommend!
Josh Young
Working with Dr. Michael has been great, not only because he helped with managing chronic knee pain, but spent the time to explain why the pain has developed to begin with.
Brent Mavity
I came to Tideline for dry needling after I hurt my neck and shoulder. Michael was very helpful in explaining the process and giving me advice on how to continue to strengthen my neck and shoulder to prevent re-injury. The dry needling itself helped a ton and kept my shoulders loose, so that I could continue to heal!
Meredith McCoid
Really appreciate Dr. Michael and his team’s approach and am very eager to continue my treatment program for neck and upper back pain. He was extremely thorough in his assessment, explained reasons for his recommendations including the research backing, and was very personable. I appreciated the systems in place to provide an excellent client experience. Can’t wait to see progress with dry needling and exercises. Thanks so much!!
Emily Gault
I came to Dr. Sclafani with extremely stiff upper back muscles after many years of disuse, and he was able to get them moving again. Through his dry needling, and my own commitment to regular weightlifting, my pain is gradually receding and I'm regaining physical capabilities I worried I'd lost for good. Maximum recommendation for Dr. Sclafani and the effectiveness of his treatment program.
Joshua Ingle
Dr Michael and staff were great working with me to improve my injuries and quality of life. Highly recommend them.
David Maloni
Iv been to a couple of deferent places for the same issue the couldn’t help me but when I came here everyone was nice and worked with me started noticing improvement since the 1st visit and now my mobility is basically back great place and people who know what they are doing to help get you back to you
Rosemon
Mickelina is amazing! She is incredibly knowledgeable about the human body and human movement systems, and she combines that knowledge with practical massage techniques. I see her before (and after if necessary) every race I have. She goes above and beyond to ensure her clients are prepared, whether it’s for a big race or day to day life. Mickelina genuinely cares for each of her clients and their overall wellbeing!
Kerrington Maner
First experience at Tideline Sports Performance was amazing! Dr. Michael Sclafani was very detailed and listened to all the concerns I brought to him. After a brief movement screening, he knew right away what I was struggling with. We did dry needling for the first time which gave me instant relief with my shoulder impingement. He then gave me some at home stretches and I am already feeling back to normal. 10/10 would recommend!🙌🏼
Casey Jones
I saw Dr. Michael and he fixed me up after a few sessions. Before he fixed me up i have numbness on my neck all the way to my shoulder, he definitely took his time and fixed me up. Highly recommended!
andre putra
Shout out to the whole crew here at tidelines! Met them a year ago at my gym and decided to do a treatment plan. Best decision ever made. I workout a lot and have been running more and it’s been nice seeing them for dry needling. They also have a massage therapist and she works wonders! You can tell they all enjoy being there and helping others out. Go check them out! 10 out of 5!
Casia Justine
I came in with a rotator cuff injury and the staff was so helpful and gave me the tools I needed for a speedy recovery!
Tanya Ranney
Dr. Michael diagnosed the cause of my hip pain and it took just 3 sessions to pretty much eliminate all pain. Incredible!
Jack Zagaja
Great service and atmosphere, my back started feeling better after the first visit and pain free after the third! Tideline is now my "go to" for all my sports injuries, hopefully I don't have to see them too much😜
Travis Park
I worked with Dr. Jamie over six sessions, and she has been absolutely incredible. After decades of struggling with sciatica pain and trying many other practitioners without lasting success, she has perhaps cured me—or at the very least given me more relief than I ever thought possible. Her expertise, care, and approach have truly been life-changing. I can’t recommend Tideline Sports Performance and Dr. Jamie highly enough!
Itay Shalev
I first went to Tideline Sports Performance for hip pain, but after my initial appointment with Dr. Jaime, she identified that the issue was actually coming from my lower back. Since then, my follow-up appointments have been excellent. Dr. Jaime is incredibly knowledgeable, thorough, and has been instrumental in helping me address the root cause and make real progress in my recovery. I’m so grateful for the care I’ve received here!
Brynne Eastman
Dr. Mike and Ashlie were so wonderful to work with. Dr. Mike performed several dry needling sessions after a severe injury. Between that and the exercises introduced to me, my mobility has definitely increased. I am thankful to have Tideline Sports recommended to me by a friend. It was a great decision to become a client.
L G R
Tideline is great! Friendly and knowledgeable!! Great atmosphere!
Dani Stiegelmeyer
I've been seeing Dr. Sclafani for the last 6 months to work on my injured shoulders- which has been a lingering issue for the past 2 years. Without surgery, I was quickly back to 100% and able to regain full mobility and regain confidence at the gym. Highly recommend to anyone (athlete or not)!
Dan B
Dr. Sclafani has helped me so much! Lot of pain and limited range of motion in my elbow and shoulder from baseball but he has helped reduce pain and increase my range of motion. 1000% recommend he’s very knowledgeable and I learn something new every time he works with me.
Rylee Standridge
I cant say enough great things about this physical therapy practice! I went here after having my second ACL surgery from playing college soccer. Dr. Michael was amazing and took the time to explain every phase of my rehab so I understood exactly what we were working toward. I was always challenged in the best way to achieve my goals in therapy. Absolutely recommend them for all your rehab and recovery needs!!
Marissa Miltko
Tideline Sports was amazing throughout my ACL recovery. They took great care of me and built a plan that got me back to my sport faster than I expected. Highly recommend to anyone recovering from an injury or needing maintenance work!
Morgan Denofa
I’ve seen a lot of PT’s and Dr. Meghan knows her stuff!!! She introduced dry needling to me and what a difference it has made in my recovery. Once a week for maybe 3 weeks has made me feel amazing! Definitely need to seek her out.
Tara Paine
5 stars all the way. These people know there stuff! I went in with right shoulder pain and not able to rotate 100% after rotator cuff surgery in April one year ago, after 6 visit with the dry needling technique and exercises, they provided my shoulder is now 100% correct.
Stephen Reha
Can not say enough positive words about tideline. Dr Michael has taken me from being overwhelmed with hip pain and limited daily activities to giving me my life back with more strength and the ability to embrace life again! Suzy
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Frequently Asked Questions
We know you have questions before committing. Here are the ones we hear most from athletes and active adults considering Tideline.
Do I need a referral to be seen at Tideline?
No referral needed. You can schedule directly and be seen for a full 60-minute evaluation with a Doctor of Physical Therapy. Florida is a direct access state, so you can start care without a referral.
Why cash-based vs out of network? What does that mean for me?
Cash-based means your care is not dictated by insurance. Visits are 60 minutes, one-on-one, focused entirely on your goals — not a billing code. We provide superbills upon request so you can seek out-of-network reimbursement from your insurer. HSA and FSA accepted.
Do you only work with competitive athletes?
Not at all. The majority of our patients are active adults — CrossFit members, runners, gym regulars, weekend warriors — who love training and do not want to stop. You do not need to compete professionally to belong here.
How many visits will I need?
Every case is different, but we give you a clear picture at your first visit. Most patients see meaningful improvement within the first few visits. Our goal is to get you better and keep you there — not to keep you coming back indefinitely.
Where are you located?
We are located at 5320 Lena Rd Suite 114, Bradenton, FL 34211 — near the junction of I-75 and SR-70 in the Lakewood Ranch area. Easy access from Bradenton, Sarasota, and surrounding communities.
Still have questions?
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Reach out directly — we are happy to help.
Ready to Stop Modifying and Start Training?
One-on-one, 60-minute sessions with Doctors of Physical Therapy who train themselves. This is what good care looks like.