Physical Therapy in St. Augustine, Florida
We Put You Back in Control.
Personalized physical therapy and strength programs in St. Augustine, Florida. One-on-one with a Doctor of PT, every visit.
- Results on Day 1
- No Referral Needed
- Custom App & Daily Support
- Doctor of Physical Therapy
- Whole-Body Root Cause Approach
- Life Skills You Keep Forever
One-on-One Physical Therapy
You Want to Live Life, Not Watch It From the Sidelines.
Pain is zero fun. But what really hurts is having to bail on that hike with the family. Or missing leg day with your buddies. Or not being able to roughhouse with the kids.
It's the experiences and memories you miss out on. That's the real pain. You don't want a band-aid so your body doesn't hurt. You want to feel strong and capable again. Like you've still got it.
We understand that, and we've built our whole clinic around getting you there.
Renew vs. Traditional PT Clinics
Most Clinics Aim for Pain‑Free. We Aim for Strong.
Traditional PT Clinics
- Asks about your insurance
- Cookie-cutter exercises for your diagnosis
- "Pain-free" is good enough
- Exercises end when therapy is over
Renew Strength & Wellness
- Asks about your life
- A plan built around your goals
- Capable and strong. Nothing less.
- Strength training becomes part of your life
Everyone who sees us asks the same two things: "What's going on with me?" and "How do I fix it?" On your first visit we answer both, and let you feel how your body responds. By the end, you won't have to take our word for it.
Whole-Body Physical Therapy
Renew's Full-Body Method. We Find the Real Cause, Starting From Your Feet Up.
You'd never guess your feet could be behind your hip pain. But very often, the spot that hurts isn't where the problem starts. Most clinics treat the sore spot. We look at your whole body, from the ground up, to uncover the weak links that are really causing it.
I once had a client who had suffered terrible hip pain for years. She tried stretching, therapy, the usual strength exercises, none of it worked. During her first visit, we found that she had tightness and weakness in her feet, back, and shoulders as well as her hip. Once we started treating all these areas along with her hip, she started getting better and was able to return to her true passion: pilates.
We see the same story with the men, too. That's why we start with a full-body assessment. Once we know the real cause, we give you a personalized program to fix it. Then we help you build a body that is strong and durable, so you can get back to hiking, lifting, or whatever you love to do for years to come.
— Matt Rieder, DPT
Uncover the Root Cause
A full-body assessment, starting at your feet, to find the tightness and weakness behind your pain. It's often nowhere near where it hurts.
Fix It at the Source
Hands-on manual physical therapy treats the real cause, not just the symptoms, so you get out of pain with results that last.
Get Strong and Dialed In
Build a strong, durable body from the feet up with medically supervised strength training, so you can get back to hiking, lifting, or whatever you love.
Physical Therapy Evaluation in St. Augustine
Getting Started Is Simple.
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Fill Out a Short Form
Tell us who you are and what's going on. Two minutes, tops.
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15-Minute Consultation Call
Tell us your story and your goals, and find out if we're a good fit.
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90-Minute Evaluation & Treatment
Get answers on why you feel the way you do and how to change it, and see how your body responds before you decide anything.
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Start Your Personalized Plan
Begin working toward your goals with clarity, confidence, and support whenever you need it.
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What Our St. Augustine Physical Therapy Patients Are Saying.
“It has been a wonderful experience working with Matt and Sandy! Matt is always very patient with me. He listens to any concerns I might have and is always moving forward with my program.”
Judy L.
“Matt did a fantastic job assessing my ankle and hip issues. He has phenomenal attention to detail and really took time with me. When I left I was given “homework” which has helped my pain and mobility as well as increased performance with my surfing, climbing and volleyball. I would highly recommend Matt.”
Joe W.
“They really take the time to figure out what is wrong, not just refer you to a list associated with your general injury and send you off!”
Sean K.
Chronic Pain Physical Therapy
Why the Pain Keeps Coming Back.
Everyone else starts with stretching and exercise. But if you don't correct the old movement habits first, you just end up stretching what's already flexible and strengthening what's already strong. We fix that first, so the exercises finally stick.
We Start at Your Feet
Your feet are the foundation of everything and most PTs ignore them. We use them to find things a typical exam misses.
Results on Day One
Your first visit includes a treatment session where you'll feel changes right away. Your body will tell you if this is the right program for you.
Never on Your Own
Custom exercise videos and direct messaging throughout the week, for answers, accountability and confidence.
Know Your Body Better
You'll understand why you're in pain and which exercises work best for your body, turning therapy into a skill you can use for life.
Physical Therapy for Back, Neck, Knee and Shoulder Pain
Where Does It Hurt? We'll Find Where It Starts.
The spot that hurts is usually just where the problem shows up. Here's what that looks like for the people we see most.
Back Pain and Sciatica
Does your back grab every time you bend down to pick up a sock? Maybe a tingle runs down your leg every time you sit in the car.
Rest and a few stretches calm it down for a while. But if nothing changes about how the rest of your body moves, the same stress lands on your back again. We treat what hurts and what's causing it, then make you strong enough to keep it away. Learn about our physical therapy for back pain and physical therapy for sciatica.
Neck Pain and Headaches
Do you have to turn your whole body to check your blind spot? Maybe a headache starts at the base of your skull after a long day at the computer.
If your upper back and shoulders stay stiff and weak, your neck keeps carrying the load. We treat your neck, and the upper back, shoulders and posture holding it up. See our neck pain treatment.
Heel, Foot and Achilles Pain
Do your first steps out of bed feel like stepping on a tack? Maybe the back of your heel is stiff and sore every morning.
Most treatments aim at the heel and stop there. We start with the feet, like we always do, then work up the body to find out why your heel is taking such a beating. See our plantar fasciitis treatment and Achilles tendonitis treatment.
Knee Pain and ACL Rehab
Do you grab the railing going down the stairs because your knee doesn't feel like it'll hold? Maybe it popped and gave out on one bad step.
If your feet and hips keep steering the knee the wrong way, it keeps paying the price. We treat your sore knee, and the feet and hips steering it. See our knee pain physical therapy and ACL rehab.
Shoulder Pain and Frozen Shoulder
Remember when reaching for your seatbelt did not take a plan? Maybe your shoulder hurts every time you reach overhead.
A stiff shoulder hurts, so you stop using it, and the less you use it the tighter it gets. We work on the joint itself and on everything around it. See our frozen shoulder treatment, rotator cuff physical therapy and shoulder pain physical therapy.
Jaw Pain and TMJ
Does your jaw click every time you bite into a sandwich? Maybe you wake up with sore cheeks from clenching all night.
Your jaw is connected to your neck, and your neck is connected to everything else. We treat all of it, one-on-one. See our TMJ physical therapy.
We also help with hip pain, golfer's elbow, tennis elbow, wrist and hand pain, climbing finger and pulley injuries and stiff, restricted joints. Whatever it is, it starts the same way: a full-body assessment, starting at your feet.
Meet Your Physical Therapist in St. Augustine, FL
Two People, Fully Invested in You.
Matt Rieder, DPT
Doctor of Physical Therapy
I've been there. Hurt. Not sure what's going on. Worried if I'll ever get back to doing what I love. From high-school soccer, to the Army, to surfing the North Shore of Oahu, to rock climbing with my daughter, I get hurt a lot.
You can overcome this. You can run, hike, lift, surf, or whatever you love to do again. And we are going to stand by you every step of the way.
- Doctor of Physical Therapy
- Orthopedic Specialist
- Manual Therapy Certified
- U.S. Army Veteran
Sandy Rieder
Patient Coach
I'm a mom and a business owner, which means I understand how busy life can get. Over the years I've learned the art of taking care of myself and prioritizing what is most important.
I bring that to you, so you can make time for your therapy program and still stay on top of everything else. I'm here for accountability, sharing wins, and helping you through whatever comes up.
- Registered Nurse
- Patient Advocate
- Program Coordinator
- Client Experience Lead
Physical Therapy Exercise App
Your Wellness Journey, All in One Place.
Therapy doesn't stop when your visit ends. Your program, your progress and your team live in the Renew app.
Custom Exercise Videos
Every exercise in your plan, on video, ready when you are.
Message Your Team
Questions between visits? Message Matt and Sandy during the week.
Your Plan, Day by Day
Your workouts laid out for you, so you always know what's next.
Weekly Check-Ins
We check in every week to keep you on track.
Visit Our St. Augustine Physical Therapy Clinic.
We're right on US-1 South in St. Augustine, easy to find with easy parking. Come on by and let's get you moving again.
- 3670 US-1 South, Unit 100, St. Augustine, FL 32086
- (904) 295-6772
- By appointment.
Proudly serving
- St. Augustine
- Crescent Beach
- Anastasia Island
- St. Augustine Beach
- Vilano Beach
- St. Augustine Shores
- World Golf Village
- Ponte Vedra
- Jacksonville
- Palm Coast
Frequently Asked Questions About Physical Therapy in St. Augustine, FL
Do I need a referral for physical therapy in St. Augustine, FL?
No. In Florida you can book physical therapy with us directly, no referral needed.
Is the consultation at Renew in St. Augustine really free?
Yes. It starts with a free 15-minute consultation call where you tell us your story and your goals, and find out if we're a good fit.
What happens at my first physical therapy visit at Renew?
A 90-minute evaluation and treatment. We do a full-body exam, starting with your feet, and your first visit includes treatment, so you can feel how your body responds before you decide anything.
Who is the physical therapist at Renew Strength & Wellness?
Matt Rieder, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Orthopedic Specialist and Manual Therapy Certified. You get his undivided attention, one-on-one, every minute of every visit, with no techs and no group sessions.
How often will I need to come in for physical therapy?
Most people see us about once every two to three weeks. Between visits you follow your program in our app with exercise videos, and you can message us during the week with questions.
What conditions does Renew treat in St. Augustine?
Low back pain, sciatica, hip, knee, neck and shoulder pain, frozen shoulder, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinitis, tennis and golfer's elbow, rotator cuff injuries, stiff joints, ACL injuries, TMJ, wrist and hand pain, and climbing finger injuries.
Where is Renew Strength & Wellness located?
3670 US-1 South, Unit 100, St. Augustine, FL 32086, right on US-1 South with easy parking. We see patients from St. Augustine, Crescent Beach and Anastasia Island, by appointment.
Ready to Get Started?
A free consultation is a quick, no-pressure way to get clear answers and a plan to put you back in control of your body.
or call (904) 295-6772