Vighetti & Associates Sports Physical Therapy

Vighetti & Associates Sports Physical Therapy Physical Therapy in St. Augustine where your performance is our passion Because of this goal, we do not accept insurance.

At Vighetti and Associates, we strive to offer patient-centered services at reasonable and competitive prices. Thus we are able to keep the rates low and the quality of care high. As an added benefit, you are able to be seen for physical therapy in St. Augustine without a referral from your physician. This gives you the opportunity to receive physical therapy treatment in a more timely manner and allows you to return to your active lifestyle quicker than ever.

Dry Needling: More Than Just Pain Relief Dry needling is a skilled treatment used to target myofascial trigger points an...
02/11/2026

Dry Needling: More Than Just Pain Relief

Dry needling is a skilled treatment used to target myofascial trigger points and dysfunctional soft tissue—helping your body reset and move better.

Benefits of dry needling include:
✅ Decreases muscle tension & trigger points (those “knots” you feel in the muscle belly
✅ Improves blood flow to irritated tissue
✅ Reduces local and referred pain
✅ Improves normal muscle activation patterns
✅ Improves range of motion
✅ Chemical washout! Helps flush out lactic acid buildup and restores the muscle’s normal chemical environment

✨ Best results happen when dry needling is paired with:
✔️ Manual soft tissue mobilization
✔️ Corrective exercises
✔️ Neuromuscular re-education
✔️ Movement retraining

Our team is trained and certified in dry needling. If you think dry needling would help you, call and ask us questions!

Injuries rarely happen out of nowhere. Most start as small warning signs we ignore — until they force us to stop trainin...
02/05/2026

Injuries rarely happen out of nowhere. Most start as small warning signs we ignore — until they force us to stop training altogether. At our clinic, injury prevention isn’t guesswork. It’s personalized movement analysis, strength, and recovery planning. If you want to keep doing what you love without setbacks, let’s talk 💪🏻

01/30/2026

Most people think “tight hamstrings” = stretch more.
However, static stretching can actually temporarily inhibit our muscle from firing causing decreased strength and power, can increase nerve sensitivity, and may feel good short term but doesn’t fix the problem.

Dynamic stretching involves stretching THROUGH movement, which helps improve our joints range of motion under load without irritating the nerves.

Try this technique out for the hamstring muscles and see how it helps your mobility!

01/05/2026

Why Big Toe Extension Matters!

This powerful little joint (1st MTP) is responsible for helping you move forward with every step, stride, or jump and maintains balance and stability throughout.

When big toe extension is limited, you may see decreased step length, increased stress at the calf, achilles, and even up to the low back, as well as pain or difficulty with lunging, jumping, walking, and running.

If you lack big toe extension, give this manual stretch a try.

12/29/2025

Mobility Monday! Why Thoracic Rotation Matters

Ever feel stiff through your upper back or notice your shoulders doing most of the work? Try this!

In this video, I’m performing thoracic rotation with a yoga block between my knees to lock out the lumbar spine.

Great for desk posture, overhead athletes, or anyone looking to improve their spine health ✨

Your comeback doesn’t start when you’re injured - it starts NOW. Don’t wait for the new year to create new goals and a s...
12/17/2025

Your comeback doesn’t start when you’re injured - it starts NOW. Don’t wait for the new year to create new goals and a stronger YOU. Come see us not only for physical therapy services, but also for strength, conditioning, and injury prevention.

Why pre-hab matters before going in for a total knee replacement: Read below! ✅  Building quad, glute, and hip strength ...
12/15/2025

Why pre-hab matters before going in for a total knee replacement: Read below!

✅ Building quad, glute, and hip strength beforehand helps you regain walking, squatting, and stair ability faster after surgery

✅ Improving knee flexion and extension before surgery makes it easier to get motion back afterward

✅ People who pre-hab often progress quicker with daily activities including walking, driving, balance, and have more confidence

if you’re considering a TKA or have one scheduled, investing in pre-hab can change your entire recovery experience.

Your back should support you, not hold you back. Join us on Saturday September 27th at 11AM to learn about the most comm...
09/19/2025

Your back should support you, not hold you back. Join us on Saturday September 27th at 11AM to learn about the most common spine dysfunctions and what you can do to take control. Practical tips, movement strategies, and exercises will be provided. See you there!

🚨🏃🏽🏊🏼‍♀️ Race Alert! Training for a local 5k or prepping for your next (or first) triathlon? Optimize your performance b...
06/20/2025

🚨🏃🏽🏊🏼‍♀️ Race Alert! Training for a local 5k or prepping for your next (or first) triathlon? Optimize your performance by booking a running analysis with Steve Vighetti or underwater swim analysis with Leven Potter. Our goal is to help you improve your technique, efficiency, and longevity by providing a complete technical analysis in and out of the water. Call us for any questions or to book a session and get race-ready!

We’re thrilled to share that our very own Physical Therapist, Leven Potter, and her husband Matthew Potter, both placed ...
05/20/2025

We’re thrilled to share that our very own Physical Therapist, Leven Potter, and her husband Matthew Potter, both placed 3rd overall in their age group in the Olympic Triathlon hosted by this past Sunday at Micklers Beach! 🏊🏼‍♀️🚴🏼‍♀️🏃🏼‍♀️

Leven’s dedication to movement, performance, and living an active lifestyle shines both in the clinic and out on the course! Way to go!

We’re Here to Help You Heal – Right in Your Neighborhood!Looking for expert, 1-on-1, physical therapy close to home? Com...
04/18/2025

We’re Here to Help You Heal – Right in Your Neighborhood!

Looking for expert, 1-on-1, physical therapy close to home? Come visit us at Vighetti & Associates Sports PT conveniently located at 1045 Anastasia Blvd directly next door to

Whether you’re recovering from an injury, surgery, or just want to move better, our experienced team is here to guide you every step of the way.

Stop by, say hi, and let’s get you back to doing what you love!

Please join us this Wednesday March 12 @ 6:00 pm at our clinic location to learn what tissue pliability is and why it is...
03/10/2025

Please join us this Wednesday March 12 @ 6:00 pm at our clinic location to learn what tissue pliability is and why it is important. We will be performing foam rolling techniques & stretches to common tight areas throughout our body and I will be educating attendees on what dry needling is and how it can help improve function and decrease pain.

Check out our previous post tittled “Unlocking Tissue Pliability: A Hands-On Physical Therapy Workshop” for more details!

See you there!

Address

1045 Anastasia Boulevard, Ste 101
Saint Augustine, FL
32080

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 6pm
Tuesday 6am - 6pm
Wednesday 6am - 6pm
Thursday 6am - 6pm
Friday 6am - 6pm

Telephone

+19045168121

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