About Active Health
Jacksonville's Premier Integrated Healthcare Clinic
At Active Health, we are dedicated healthcare professionals committed to providing the coordinated, integrative care you deserve.
Our treatment plans utilize a multidisciplinary approach that combines physical therapy, sports medicine, and medical care — all under one roof in Jacksonville, FL. We've built our practice around the understanding that every patient faces different challenges, employing modern treatment techniques and a team-based model to deliver results for those we serve.
If you are interested in receiving comprehensive, coordinated care tailored to your needs, schedule an appointment with Active Health today.
Our Story, Mission, and the Philosophy Behind Everything We Do at Active Health
The mission of every member of the Active Health team is to provide Jacksonville patients with the most coordinated, comprehensive, and effective integrative care in Northeast Florida. We work with each individual to identify the root cause of their condition and develop a personal treatment plan tailored to their needs and goals — ensuring lasting results rather than temporary relief.
Active Health was built on a simple premise: patients deserve better than fragmented care. Too often, individuals with complex conditions are forced to bounce between separate offices, repeat their medical history at every visit, and manage communication between providers who never speak to one another. We saw an opportunity to do things differently.
By bringing physical therapy, sports medicine, and medical services together in a single Jacksonville location, we created a clinic where providers share information, align their recommendations, and collaborate on every patient's care. The shift was inspired by integrated care models used in elite athletic training, emphasizing the importance of collaboration when providing comprehensive treatment.
Our Approach to Your Care
Coordinated, Cross-Disciplinary Treatment Plans
When your medical, and rehab teams are in the same building and share the same records, your care stays consistent. We build coordinated care plans across pain control, physical therapy, sports medicine, and medical services — and your providers share information so your plan stays aligned visit to visit.
Personalized, Patient-Centered Care
The core focus of Active Health is the individual patient. We understand that every person faces different challenges, so we work one-on-one to develop treatment plans tailored to specific needs, goals, and lifestyles — never a one-size-fits-all protocol.
Going Beyond Symptom Management
Masking pain with quick fixes isn't true healthcare. We circumvent the cycle of temporary relief and employ comprehensive treatments that address what's actually causing your discomfort, helping you return to the activities you love.
Our Care Model and What to Expect as a Patient at Active Health
Active Health uses an integrated, team-based care plan that combines physical therapy, sports medicine, and medical services. We provide comprehensive care to address conditions including:
Chronic joint pain and neuropathy
Auto accident injuries and whiplash
Sports injuries and musculoskeletal conditions
Sciatica, radiculopathy, and post-surgical rehabilitation
Tendonitis and osteoarthritis
Functional movement and mobility limitations
Meet Our Care Team
Dr. Jeffrey Lipp, DC
Dr. Jeffrey Lipp is a board-certified chiropractic physician and sports injury specialist who has been serving the Jacksonville community for nearly two decades. As a former collegiate and professional football player, Dr. Lipp brings a firsthand understanding of athletic performance, injury recovery, and the demands placed on the human body — insights that shape the care he delivers every day.
Dr. Lipp earned his Doctor of Chiropractic from Palmer College of Chiropractic, widely regarded as the founding institution of the chiropractic profession. In 2005, he founded Active Health with a clear vision: to build a clinic centered on identifying root causes, restoring function, and helping patients achieve lasting results — rather than the symptom-chasing approach common throughout traditional healthcare.
Known for his relentless pursuit of excellence, Dr. Lipp completes more than 190 hours of continuing education each year, far exceeding industry standards. This commitment allows him to bring advanced, evidence-informed methods to his patients — techniques that promote longevity, support peak performance, and offer non-surgical solutions for conditions that might otherwise lead to invasive procedures. His patient-first philosophy and dedication to ongoing learning have made Active Health a trusted destination for athletes, professionals, and families across Northeast Florida.
Christopher T. Brown, DPT
Dr. Christopher Brown is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and one of Northeast Florida's most highly trained rehabilitation specialists. He earned his Bachelor's in Exercise and Rehabilitative Sciences from Slippery Rock University in Pennsylvania, followed by his Doctorate in Physical Therapy — graduating Summa Cum Laude, the highest academic honor. During his graduate studies, Dr. Brown served as Slippery Rock's Graduate Assistant for the Gross Anatomy Lab and taught cadaveric dissection labs, giving him a depth of anatomical knowledge that few physical therapists bring to patient care.
He completed a clinical affiliation with the world-renowned University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC), where he worked with patients facing a wide range of conditions — including spinal cord injuries and neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and multiple sclerosis. His UPMC experience also included treating orthopedic conditions non-operatively, pre-operatively, and post-operatively, giving him a versatile foundation that informs every plan of care.
Dr. Brown is the only physical therapist in North Florida currently authorized to perform Active Release Techniques (ART), an advanced soft tissue method used to treat a wide variety of musculoskeletal conditions throughout the body. Often described as the "physical therapist version of Dr. Lipp," Dr. Brown combines his elite training from Slippery Rock and UPMC with Active Health's integrated care model — giving patients the best of both worlds.
Active Health in Jacksonville and Our Roots in Northeast Florida
We proudly serve patients throughout Jacksonville and the surrounding 32216 communities, including:
Ortega Neighborhoods
Serving residents seeking chiropractic care, physical therapy, and regenerative medicine options like PRP and A2M injections in one of Jacksonville's most established communities.
San Jose Boulevard Communities
A trusted choice for active athletes and working professionals along the San Jose corridor who rely on our sports medicine and physical therapy services to stay performing at their best.
Deerwood and Baymeadows Area
Accessible coordinated care for households dealing with auto accident injuries, joint pain, and postural strain throughout the eastern Jacksonville residential corridor.
Our clinic is located at 6500 Bowden Rd #200, just a short drive from the intersection of Southside Boulevard and J. Turner Butler Boulevard. Many of our patients find us after we understand the unique demands this region places on your body — from the physical toll of long commutes and desk-bound workdays in Jacksonville's growing professional sector, to the strain of staying active year-round in Florida's heat and humidity, to the lingering effects of auto accidents that are unfortunately common along our busy highway corridors. Ready to reclaim your mobility? Contact us today to schedule your comprehensive evaluation.