Daniel Ream, PT, DPT
Doctor of Physical Therapy, Exercise Specialist
PT#33040
Dr. Dan Ream specializes in orthopedics, sports medicine and balance rehabilitation. He enjoys helping patients reduce their pain and return to their prior activities with confidence. His easygoing and friendly attitude will put you at ease, and you will feel assured with his knowledge and skill in treating your orthopedic or neurologic problems. He earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Rockhurst University in Kansas City, after completing his Bachelor’s degree in exercise science. To help patients achieve their goals, Dr. Ream incorporates a movement and exercise based treatment approach, with his manual skills, and LSVT approach for Parkinson’s. After practicing as an orthopedic clinician in Missouri, Dr. Ream and his wife spent years in St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands, where he became lead physical therapist for two outpatient clinics. In his free time, Dan enjoys running, playing with his kids, and enjoying SWFL living.
Sanibel Location Monday through Friday mornings and early afternoons.
Fort Myers location Monday, Wednesday and Friday later afternoons.
Rachel Tritaik, PT, CLT, LMT
Physical Therapist, Vestibular Specialist, Lymphedema Therapist, Licenced Massage Therapist
PT#13489, MA#80499
Rachel Tritaik owns and manages the Island Therapy Center, opening the clinic in 2009 to serve her community. Rachel grew up in England and Canada, and graduated from Dalhousie University, in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Rachel treats many orthopedic and neurological disorders along with specialties in vestibular rehabilitation, dizziness, balance disorders and lymphedema treatment. Rachel enjoys lecturing to community groups on a variety of topics to improve health. Trained in hands-on techniques in Canada and the USA, Rachel is also a skilled Certified Massage Therapist. A Sanibel resident since 2008, Rachel enjoys paddle-boarding, running, and yoga, and is an active member Sanibel Captiva Rotary Club, American Physical Therapy Association and the Sanibel Captiva Business Women’s Association.
Sanibel Location Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
Fort Myers Location Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Andreia Franco, LMT
Licensed Massage Therapist
MA#90459
Andreia has been interested in body movement and awareness for decades, beginning with her BS in Physical Education in Brazil. She certified in Rolfing Myo-fascial Release Therapy (2010) and also in Reiki Energy Therapy. Andreia’s skills in massage therapy include not only myo-fascial release and Rolfing, but also deep tissue massage, Swedish, reflexology, relaxation and trigger-point techniques. Since moving to the US from Brazil in 1983, Andreia has worked in the fields of massage therapy, physical education and movement science, and has a wonderful healing touch. She additionally holds a National Child Development Associate credential, and received a Graduate Certificate in Psychopedagogy (the psychology of education). Andreia is always interested in learning new therapeutic techniques to help her clients. For fun, she enjoys bike riding, playing pickleball and strolls on the beach.
Availability next season TBA.
Mahnaz Bassiri
Certified Pilates Instructor, Certified Personal Trainer
Mahnaz has studied Pilates for many years and certified with CORE Dynamics Pilates for Mat and Reformer. We also congratulate Mahnaz for winning the “Best Trainer” designation for the “Best of the Islands” awards. She enjoys teaching with a compassionate approach and key attention to form and safe performance for all her clients. As a Certified Personal Trainer through the AMFPT, and Group Exercise Trainer through the AFAA, Mahnaz works with individuals with all levels of health and wellness goals. She has lived in Florida for over 20 years, and has a true passion for helping people maintain a healthy lifestyle, and achieve their goals safely and efficiently. Many on Sanibel know Mahnaz from her classes in the community, and her reputation as a skilled and thorough instructor, with a heart of gold.
Availability late afternoons and weekends by appointment.