Cancer Rehabilitation Physical Therapy in Jacksonville, FL
Specialized oncology rehabilitation for cancer survivors and those actively in treatment. One-on-one, concierge care with Dr. Alex Hill, PT, DPT, OnCS, PWCS, CLT-LANA.
Physical Therapy That Meets You Where You Are in Your Cancer Journey
Cancer treatment saves lives. It also changes bodies in ways that medicine does not always have time to fully address. Fatigue, pain, neuropathy, lymphedema, weakness, pelvic floor dysfunction, and difficulty returning to the activities that make life meaningful are all real and treatable consequences of cancer and its treatment. You do not have to accept them as permanent.
At OncoPelvic PT in Jacksonville, FL, Dr. Alex Hill provides evidence-based oncology rehabilitation physical therapy for cancer survivors and individuals currently in treatment. Care is entirely one-on-one, unhurried, and tailored to your specific cancer diagnosis, treatment history, and personal goals. Dr. Alex works with patients at every stage of the cancer continuum, from prehabilitation before surgery or treatment, through active treatment, and across the full spectrum of survivorship.
About Dr. Alex Hill, PT, DPT, OnCS, PWCS, CLT-LANA
Dr. Alex Hill holds dual board certifications as an Oncologic Clinical Specialist (OnCS) and a Pelvic and Women's Health Clinical Specialist (PWCS), and is a LANA-Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT-LANA). She earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of Florida and completed a Women's Health Physical Therapy Residency at Duke Health.
With over 12 years of clinical experience, peer-reviewed publications in oncology rehabilitation, and national presentations on cancer rehab and pelvic health, Dr. Alex brings a level of specialized expertise that is rare in any market and especially rare in private practice. At OncoPelvic PT, that expertise is available to you directly, in a private, unhurried setting in the Southside area of Jacksonville.
What Is Cancer Rehabilitation Physical Therapy?
Oncology rehabilitation is physical therapy designed specifically for the unique needs of people living with and beyond cancer. It is not general physical therapy applied to a cancer patient. It requires specialized knowledge of cancer diagnoses, treatment protocols, treatment-related side effects, precautions, and how the body responds differently during and after cancer treatment.
Research consistently shows that physical therapy and exercise during and after cancer treatment improves fatigue, physical function, quality of life, and in some cases, treatment tolerance and outcomes. Yet most cancer survivors never receive a referral for oncology-specialized PT. If you are managing treatment side effects or struggling to return to your prior level of function after cancer, a specialized evaluation is the right next step.
Conditions and Side Effects Treated at OncoPelvic PT
Cancer-related fatigue
Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN): numbness, tingling, and balance changes in the hands and feet
Lymphedema following cancer surgery or radiation, affecting the arms, legs, head and neck, trunk, or genitals
Post-surgical rehabilitation following mastectomy, reconstruction, lymph node dissection, hysterectomy, prostatectomy, colorectal surgery, or head and neck surgery
Axillary web syndrome (cording) following breast cancer surgery
Radiation fibrosis and tissue changes
Pelvic floor dysfunction related to cancer treatment, including urinary incontinence, bowel changes, pelvic pain, and sexual dysfunction
Pain management during and after cancer treatment
Weakness, deconditioning, and loss of functional mobility
Balance impairment and fall risk related to neuropathy or treatment effects
Bone health concerns related to cancer treatment, including osteoporosis risk from hormone therapy or chemotherapy
Scar tissue mobilization following cancer surgery
Cancer Types Commonly Treated at OncoPelvic PT
Dr. Alex has specialized training and clinical experience across a wide range of cancer diagnoses. The following populations are among those most commonly seen at OncoPelvic PT.
Breast Cancer Rehabilitation
Breast cancer treatment often involves surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, and hormone therapy, each of which can affect the body in distinct ways. Common concerns following breast cancer treatment include axillary cording and restricted shoulder range of motion after lymph node dissection, lymphedema of the arm, hand, or breast and chest wall, fatigue and deconditioning, pelvic floor dysfunction and sexual health changes related to hormone therapy and early menopause, neuropathy from chemotherapy, and post-mastectomy or reconstruction pain and scar tissue. Dr. Alex holds certifications in oncologic PT and lymphedema therapy and has specific expertise in the full spectrum of breast cancer rehabilitation needs.
Gynecologic and Pelvic Cancer Rehabilitation
Gynecologic cancers including uterine, ovarian, cervical, vaginal, and vulvar cancers, as well as bladder, colorectal, and prostate cancers, often result in pelvic floor dysfunction that significantly affects quality of life. Treatment-related side effects Dr. Alex commonly addresses include urinary incontinence, bowel dysfunction, pelvic pain, sexual dysfunction and painful intercourse, pelvic lymphedema, post-surgical rehabilitation following hysterectomy, colostomy, or prostatectomy, and radiation-related tissue changes in the pelvis. Her dual board certification in pelvic health and oncologic PT makes her uniquely equipped to address the intersection of cancer treatment and pelvic floor function.
Prostate Cancer Rehabilitation
Prostate cancer treatment, including prostatectomy, radiation, and hormone therapy, frequently results in urinary incontinence, erectile dysfunction, pelvic pain, and pelvic floor weakness. Pelvic floor physical therapy is one of the most evidence-supported interventions for urinary leaking following prostatectomy, yet many individuals are never referred for it. Dr. Alex provides gender-inclusive pelvic health care and has specific expertise in male pelvic floor rehabilitation and prostate cancer recovery.
Head and Neck Cancer Rehabilitation
Head and neck cancer treatment, including surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy to the head, neck, and throat region, can result in significant functional changes. Dr. Alex addresses lymphedema of the head, neck, and face following treatment, neck and shoulder dysfunction after lymph node dissection or surgical reconstruction, trismus (limited jaw opening) related to radiation, postural changes and cervical spine dysfunction, and fatigue and deconditioning. Her CLT-LANA certification gives her the specific training needed to treat the complex lymphatic presentations common in this population.
Prehabilitation: Starting Before Treatment Begins
Prehabilitation, or prehab, is physical therapy that begins before cancer surgery or treatment with the goal of optimizing your physical condition in advance, reducing the impact of treatment on your body, and accelerating recovery afterward. Research supports prehabilitation for improving functional outcomes, reducing post-surgical complications, and improving quality of life during treatment.
If you have a cancer diagnosis and surgery or treatment is upcoming, a prehabilitation evaluation at OncoPelvic PT can be one of the most proactive steps you take for your recovery. Dr. Alex will assess your current physical status, address any existing concerns, and build a plan to prepare your body for what is ahead.
What to Expect at Your First Visit
Your initial evaluation at OncoPelvic PT is 60 to 90 minutes, depending on the complexity of your concerns. Dr. Alex will take a thorough history of your cancer diagnosis, cancer treatment, and current symptoms, discuss your goals for treatment, and perform a comprehensive physical examination. The physical examination typically includes an assessment of your posture, strength, joint range of motion, balance, strength, tissue health including radiation fibrosis, scarring, or lymphedema, and if relevant to your symptoms, your pelvic floor function.
By the end of your visit, you'll understand exactly what's happening in your body, why it's happening, and what to do about it. No guesswork. No exercises handed to you without context. Just clear, expert care you can trust.
Fees and Insurance
OncoPelvic PT is a private-pay, out-of-network (OON) physical therapy practice. We do not bill insurance directly. Choosing this model allows for fully individualized care without insurance restrictions on your treatment plan. Every session with Dr. Alex is delivered one-on-one in a private setting, in clinic or virtually, so your care fits your life as well as your needs. Appointments are never double booked or rushed, and include secure, direct messaging access between visits to support your progress.
Many patients with commercial PPO insurance plans are able to submit receipts for out-of-network reimbursement, and we provide the documentation you need for that process. HSA and FSA payments are accepted. We are unable to see patients with Medicare or Medicaid as their primary insurance.
A worksheet to help you understand your out-of-network insurance benefits is available HERE.
Why Cancer Survivors in Jacksonville Choose OncoPelvic PT
Dual board-certified Oncologic Clinical Specialist (OnCS) and Pelvic and Women's Health Clinical Specialist (PWCS)
LANA-Certified Lymphedema Therapist with expertise in cancer-related lymphedema across all body regions
Every session is one-on-one with Dr. Alex, no aides, no technicians, no rotating providers
Unhurried 60 to 90-minute appointments in a private, calm clinical environment
Concierge model with in-clinic and telehealth visit options
Gender-inclusive care for all adults across all cancer diagnoses
Located in the Southside area of Jacksonville, FL
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I receive PT while I am still in active cancer treatment?
Yes. Physical therapy during active treatment is safe and beneficial for most patients and is supported by major oncology organizations. Dr. Alex has specific training in the precautions and modifications required during active chemotherapy, radiation, and immunotherapy and will coordinate with your oncology team as needed.
I finished treatment years ago. Is oncology PT still relevant for me?
Absolutely! Treatment-related side effects including fatigue, neuropathy, lymphedema, pelvic dysfunction, and deconditioning can persist or even emerge years after treatment ends. Cancer survivorship is a long-term journey and oncology rehabilitation is appropriate at any point in that journey, not just in the immediate aftermath of treatment.
My oncologist did not refer me for PT. Can I still come?
Yes. Florida is a direct-access state and no referral is required to begin physical therapy at OncoPelvic PT. Many cancer survivors self-refer because oncology teams, while excellent at treating cancer, do not always have the bandwidth to address rehabilitation needs proactively. You do not need permission to seek the care your body needs.
However, Florida law limits physical therapy without a referral to 30 consecutive calendar days for any condition not previously assessed by a practitioner of record. After that, if you need to continue care, we'll need a signed plan of care or referral from a physician, advanced practice registered nurse (ARNP), chiropractor, podiatrist, or dentist.You must have a medical provider who provides you either with a referral to PT or who is willing to sign the plan of care.
If your insurance plan requires one for OON reimbursement, please ensure your referral is placed before scheduling an appointment.
Take the Next Step in Your Survivorship
Surviving cancer is not the finish line. If treatment-related side effects are limiting your life, your function, or your sense of self, specialized oncology rehabilitation can help. Request an appointment online or call Dr. Alex directly. Same-week appointments are often available.
Have more questions? Send a note: oncopelvicpt.com/contact
Phone: (904) 544-9140
Location: 4241 Baymeadows Rd, Suite 16, Jacksonville, Florida 32217. In-clinic and telehealth appointments available.
