Recovery after surgery or a hospital stay
Continue rehabilitation after discharge and work toward everyday goals like climbing stairs, walking farther or moving more confidently at home.
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COPA Complete Optimization of Physical Anatomy Physical Therapy
One-on-One Physical Therapy in Crystal River
Tell us what you miss doing. Daniette Gardner, PT, DPT, will listen and build a personalized plan for the movements that matter in your daily life.
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HOW WE CAN HELP
What brings you in?
From your first steps after surgery to getting back to work, we’ll start with what matters to you.
Joint and muscle pain
Build strength and mobility after a muscle or joint injury, or when back, hip, knee or shoulder pain makes daily activities harder.
Learn moreBalance and walking
Practice steadier walking, transfers and everyday movements so you can feel more confident getting around.
Learn moreGetting back to work after an injury
Rebuild strength and movement for the tasks your job requires. Contact us to verify referral or workers’ compensation details.
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Meet your physical therapist
Daniette Gardner, PT, DPT
Daniette brings experience in inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation to patients working toward more independence. She starts by listening to what’s hard right now and what you’d like to do again.
More about Daniette
Daniette earned her undergraduate degree at Andrews University in Michigan and her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at Loma Linda University. Her experience includes inpatient rehabilitation, post-acute care, skilled nursing, behavioral health, and outpatient therapy. Outside the clinic, she enjoys family time, travel, and dancing.
Experience behind your care
- Doctor of Physical Therapy · Loma Linda University
- Bachelor of Science · Andrews University
- Licensed Physical Therapist · State of Florida
- Inpatient rehabilitation, post-acute care, skilled nursing, behavioral health and outpatient therapy
For new patients
What to expect at your first visit
Start with your story
Tell Daniette what’s changed, what feels difficult, and what you’d like to get back to.
See how you move
Daniette will assess movement, strength, or balance based on your needs.
Leave with a plan
Talk through the findings and agree on practical next steps together.
New patients & insurance
A clearer path to getting started.
Starting without a referral
Florida allows direct access to physical therapy. Your condition or insurance plan may require a referral or authorization. We’ll help clarify what you need before starting.
Insurance & self-pay options
We are finalizing in-network insurance agreements for the Crystal River clinic. Contact us to check your plan or ask about self-pay pricing before scheduling.
Dedicated one-on-one care
Care tailored to your pace, your home environment, and the daily activities you want to get back to.
Your questions
Before your first visit
Do I need a doctor's referral to start physical therapy?
Florida allows direct access to a licensed physical therapist. If treatment is required beyond 30 days for a condition not previously assessed by a practitioner of record, Florida law generally requires a practitioner of record to review and sign the treatment plan, with statutory exceptions. Your insurer or workers’ compensation plan may have additional referral or authorization requirements. We’ll help confirm the requirements for your care.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We are finalizing in-network insurance agreements for our Crystal River clinic. Contact us to verify your specific coverage or ask about self-pay options before your first visit.
What should I expect at my first visit?
Your first visit is a one-on-one evaluation with Daniette Gardner, PT, DPT. You’ll discuss your health history and daily goals, assess how you move, and build a practical recovery plan together.
What should I wear to my appointment?
Wear comfortable clothing and supportive shoes that let you move easily and allow Daniette to assess the area affecting you.
How long are physical therapy sessions?
Sessions typically last 45 to 60 minutes. Your appointment length and plan will be confirmed when scheduling.
Let’s take the next step
Planning care for our opening
We anticipate opening in late January–February 2027. Appointment request details will be available as we prepare to welcome you.
Serving Crystal River and surrounding Citrus County communities.
Online appointment requests are not open yet. We’re preparing our scheduling system ahead of launch.