Leighton Peavler is the founder of Florida Physio and a physical therapist who has spent his career helping active people stay active.
A former Division I golfer at Southern Illinois University, Leighton’s own experience as an athlete shaped how he approaches physical therapy. He believes people shouldn’t have to choose between getting older and continuing to do the things they love.
That belief became the foundation of Florida Physio, and his team has built on it through the idea of the Forever Athlete.
He founded the practice in 2017 to create a different kind of healthcare experience, one built on relationships, one-on-one care, and understanding the person behind the injury. What started as a single physical therapy practice has grown into a team of clinicians focused on helping people move better, perform better, and stay connected to the activities that make them who they are.
Leighton is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, a Board-Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist, and a Titleist Performance Institute certified provider. His clinical background spans orthopedic rehabilitation, sports medicine, golf performance, and work with athletes at every stage of life.
Today his role extends beyond the treatment room. He leads Florida Physio and Studio Golf Club, bringing together healthcare, performance, fitness, and golf.
For Leighton, it all comes back to one idea: You don’t stop being an athlete because you get older. The game may change, but the athlete never leaves.