Founder/CEO, PT, CFMM, OMPT, Astym Certified
Lisa Chase
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About Lisa
Lisa Chase, PT, brings over 30 years of expertise in orthopedics, sports medicine, and whole-body healing to her practice in St. Petersburg, Florida. Lisa has dedicated her career to supporting elite athletes across a wide range of professional sports, earning her reputation as a trusted expert in injury prevention, recovery, and performance optimization.
As the founder of Back 2 Normal Physical Therapy, Lisa has built a world-class, patient-focused center dedicated to personalized care. She is a trailblazer in holistic therapy, combining cutting-edge techniques with advanced orthopedic manual physical therapy, and more. Drawing on her clinical and teaching background, Lisa created a customized Whole Body Healing Certification, a program in which her team of experts is exclusively trained. This certification embodies her philosophy of addressing the root causes of pain and dysfunction to achieve lasting results.
As the Director of Sport Sciences and Medicine for the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) for over a decade, she oversaw the health and performance of athletes competing at the highest levels, including the Australian Open, Wimbledon, the French Open, and the U.S. Open. She also served as the Primary Health Care Provider for the International Tennis Federation during the 2004 Athens Olympics, where her expertise ensured athletes performed at their best on the world stage.
Lisa Chase, PT, brings over 30 years of expertise in orthopedics, sports medicine, and whole-body healing to her practice in St. Petersburg, Florida. Lisa has dedicated her career to supporting elite athletes across a wide range of professional sports, earning her reputation as a trusted expert in injury prevention, recovery, and performance optimization.
As the founder of Back 2 Normal Physical Therapy, Lisa has built a world-class, patient-focused center dedicated to personalized care. She is a trailblazer in holistic therapy, combining cutting-edge techniques with advanced orthopedic manual physical therapy, and more. Drawing on her clinical and teaching background, Lisa created a customized Whole Body Healing Certification, a program in which her team of experts is exclusively trained. This certification embodies her philosophy of addressing the root causes of pain and dysfunction to achieve lasting results.
As the Director of Sport Sciences and Medicine for the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) for over a decade, she oversaw the health and performance of athletes competing at the highest levels, including the Australian Open, Wimbledon, the French Open, and the U.S. Open. She also served as the Primary Health Care Provider for the International Tennis Federation during the 2004 Athens Olympics, where her expertise ensured athletes performed at their best on the world stage.
Lisa’s distinguished career extends beyond tennis. She has provided care to athletes and officials on the ATP/WTA Tour, AVP Beach Volleyball Tour, LPGA/PGA, American Ninja Warrior, World of Dance, English Premier Soccer League, and Major and Minor League Baseball. Collaborating with world-class athletes, professional sports teams, coaches, medical experts, and fitness specialists globally, Lisa remains committed to helping athletes of all levels reach their full potential. Her unique methods are trusted by those who demand the highest standards of care in the pursuit of excellence.
Lisa is equally passionate about education. She lectures internationally, training medical professionals and therapists to achieve superior outcomes through her whole-body approach. She co-developed the certification in Functional Manual Medicine at Michigan State University, where she has served as an adjunct clinical professor since 1998. Additionally, Lisa is the creator of two online learning platforms, the Rehab Links Systems and Back 2 Normal On Demand, further amplifying her mission to help others heal and thrive.
Over the years, Lisa has been featured in numerous courtside sports media interviews and on leading news and health outlets, including ABC Action News, CNN, Bay 9 News, WFLA 970 News Radio, Bloom Tampa Bay, Great Day Live on WTSP Channel 10, the American Physical Therapy Association Magazine, and the British Journal of Sports Medicine. She also hosts the podcast Rehab Links: Secrets to Success, where she shares insights from her decades of experience.
At the heart of Lisa’s philosophy is her unwavering commitment to empowering clients with tools for recovery and optimal performance. As she puts it, “I help people get out of pain quickly using a whole-body approach so they can get back to the activities they love.
Professional Achievements
Awards & Recognitions
- Back 2 Normal designated as Center of Excellence by Neufit
- Finalist Entrepreneur of the Year – 2014, awarded by Iconic Women of St Petersburg
- Outstanding Voluntee Organization of the Year – 2017, award by the City of St. Petersburg
- Co-Chair and Co-Developer for the Certification in Functional Manual Medicine at MSU, College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Media & Published Work
- Published 2 books on aquatic rehabilitation
- Featured in major media and health outlets: ABC News, Bay 9 News, CNN, APTA Magazine, British Journal of Sports Medicine
- Host of Rehab Links Secrets to Success Podcast
- Creator of two on-line learning platforms Rehab Links Systems and Back 2 Normal On Demand
- Media Kit
Special Certifications & Advanced Training
- Creator and Implementor of Whole-Body Healing Certification
- Certified Functional Manual Medicine
- Certified Astym |
- Certified FMS and SFMA
- Certified Neufit Master Trainer
- Certified M.E.L.T Hand and Foot Instructor
- Advanced Orthopedic Manual Therapy
- Dry Needling Trained
- Kinesio Tape Practitioner
- Polestar Pilates Trained
- Balance Body Core Align Trained
- Scenar Trained
What Drives Me
Lisa Chase, PT, embodies the core values of service, growth-mindedness, and integrity in every aspect of her professional and personal life. These values guide her holistic approach to physical therapy and her commitment to delivering exceptional care. Whether she’s working with elite athletes, educating fellow professionals, or supporting her local community, Lisa is driven by a passion for empowering others to achieve their best.
With her unique blend of leadership, inspiration, compassion, selfless service, and a deep dedication to helping others, Lisa transforms lives both on and off the field. Her ability to foster self-empowerment in her clients and colleagues sets her apart as a trusted expert and mentor. Lisa’s empathetic approach ensures that every individual feels seen, heard, and valued throughout their journey to recovery and peak performance.
Personal Philosophy
“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
– Mya Angelo
Beyond The Clinic
Lisa Chase, PT, is as passionate about life outside the clinic as she is about helping her clients achieve their goals. A lifelong learner, Lisa finds inspiration in books like The Compound Effect by Darren Hardy, Beyond Grit by Cindra Kampoff, The Go-Giver by Bob Burg, and The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod. She also enjoys diving into motivational podcasts such as Movement Podcast, Secrets for Success by Greg Todd, DarrenDaily on Demand, and The Under Current Podcast. When it’s time to unwind, her playlists are filled with timeless Motown and R&B classics.
When Lisa isn’t working, she loves spending time with her family, her husband Jon, and their little dachshund, Buster Brown. You’ll also often find her immersed in activities that nurture her mind and spirit. She stays active through Pilates and cycling, enjoys reading and traveling to new destinations, and indulges her creative side through gardening and cooking—especially Thai cuisine.
Giving back is a cornerstone of her life and she has a passion for supporting local businesses and her community. She has a deep compassion for supporting women suffering from domestic violence, particularly through CASA Pinellas, and participates in community events promoting health and wellness, including her favorite, the St. Pete Run Fest.
What Clients Say
I have had numerous surgeries requiring physical therapy. My experience with Dani at Back 2 Normal has been the best by far. Her holistic approach, coupled with her…
Chris Lenz
Lisa and Heather are incredible. I see the entire team at B2N and I have never been happier with a PT team. They are so caring and thoughtful in their therapy plan and…
Samantha Sullivan
Owner Lisa Chase and her staff of therapists are warm and welcoming (not to leave out Buster Brown!) I love the technology they use to help focus on recovery…
Aaron Ellis
Let me just say that I have never come across a more knowledgeable, dedicated, hard-working professional in the field of tennis medicine and in the medical…
Albert G. Volk
I just wanted to say thank you for all of the help you guys gave me. Between you and Kerry, I don’t think I could have had any better of treatment and I’m so…
Becky Bodine
I have had the pleasure and honor to know Lisa Chase through my affiliation with Tennis Champion Serena Williams, serving for the last two years as her performance…
Mackie Shilstone
Lisa Chase is by far the BEST physical therapist that I have had the privilege to work with. She has an eclectic array of skills that she utilizes creativity to…
Nishin Tambay
I have known Lisa Chase as a physical therapist for the past fifteen years. She was originally hired as a spine therapist for the St. Vincent’s Sports…
Stanton L. Longenecker
I have known Lisa as a friend and a mentor for many years. I have been humbled to learn from her vast and latest knowledge of the spine as it…
Jack Mantione
Lisa Chase is a fantastic physical therapist. In my 15 years as a medical director for a WTA Tour Event, I had the opportunity to work regularly…
Marc R. Safran
I am a 20 year veteran on the WTA Tour still competing at the highest level, one of the reason I have been able to maintain that level is due to…
Rennae Stubbs
I worked with Lisa for several years as part of the medical team at The Wimbledon Tennis Championships. Lisa was fabulous to work with and…
Prof. Mark E. Batt
Ms. Chase is one of those few professionals that understand what athletes need. For us is not simply treating the symptoms but finding the…
Jose Delgado
I’m a professional tennis player from Russia, Moscow and I started when I was 7 years old. My family moved to USA 4 years ago. I found out about…
Anastasia Zubkova
Back 2 Normal has played a huge roll in my journey to being responsible. Not only have they helped to keep me injury free by improving…
Laurie Wisotsky
I first found Back 2 Normal in 2011 while I was playing for Clearwater Chargers Soccer Academy. Lisa Chase and her team came out to my preseason to…
Chris Murphy
My neck and shoulder pain was rather chronic in nature. To this day, I can’t quite understand how I got in such a mess. For three years I dealt…
Margaret Rush
Work with Lisa Chase Today
Ready to take the first step toward a pain-free, active lifestyle? Work with Lisa Chase, PT, and experience her innovative, whole-body approach to recovery and performance enhancement.
Whether you’re looking to overcome chronic pain, prevent injuries, or elevate your athletic performance, Lisa’s expertise and personalized care will help you achieve your goals.
