Synapse Neuro Rehab

About Us

One-on-one treatment, no exceptions.

Every visit at Synapse Neuro Rehab is with a doctor of physical therapy, start to finish. No aides, no techs, no shuffling between providers.

Our team

Dr. Tyler Horton, PT, DPT, NCS, MSCS

Founder

Dr. Tyler Horton, PT, DPT, NCS, MSCS

  • Neurologic Clinical Specialist
  • MS Certified Specialist
  • LSVT-BIG®
  • PWR!®
  • BBTW®

Dr. Tyler graduated with his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Ithaca College in November 2009. Since graduation, his clinical focus has been geared towards the treatment of neurological diseases and disorders. With over 15 years of experience in working with these patient populations in a variety of settings, he has achieved designations as an ABPTS Board Certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist and Multiple Sclerosis Certified Specialist.

Dr. Tyler's treatment approaches are deeply rooted in the evidence-based concepts of motor learning and neuroplasticity. He is currently certified in performing the LSVT-BIG® program and the PWR!® program for individuals affected by Parkinson's disease. In addition, he is certified in Balance-Based Torso Weighting (BBTW®), an intervention geared towards improving stability and decreasing the risk of falls.

When he is not in the clinic, Dr. Tyler enjoys spending time with his wife Liz, his sons Quinn and Bennett, as well as his doodle Brody. He stays active in many different ways including running, cycling, and skiing. He also spends the warmer months tending to colonies of honey bees in his backyard.

Dr. Elizabeth Horton, PT, DPT, Cert. MDT

Co-Owner, Chief Operations Officer, Physical Therapist

Dr. Elizabeth Horton, PT, DPT, Cert. MDT

  • Cert. MDT (McKenzie Method®)
  • Graston Technique
  • Kinesio Taping

Dr. Liz Horton graduated with her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Ithaca College in 2009. With a strong background in healthcare leadership, Dr. Liz is the co-owner and Chief Operations Officer at Synapse Neuro Rehab.

She has been a passionate clinician for over 15 years, with clinical focus on orthopedics and sports. She is a Credentialed Clinician with the McKenzie Method® of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy® (Cert. MDT) and also has advanced certifications with Graston Technique and Kinesio Taping.

She has worked with a wide range of patients from pediatrics to professional sport athletes in a variety of clinical settings and has had experience in development of physical therapy clinics, giving a comprehensive understanding of the patient experience and how to provide the highest standard of care.

When not working, Dr. Liz enjoys being a mom of three young boys and a loveable goldendoodle. She also enjoys spending time with family running, hiking, gardening, traveling and managing the other family business, Hortons’ Honey.

Dr. Kristina Lagzdins, PT, DPT, NCS

Physical Therapist

Dr. Kristina Lagzdins, PT, DPT, NCS

  • Neurologic Clinical Specialist
  • Certified Brain Injury Specialist
  • Certified Stroke Rehabilitation Specialist
  • LSVT BIG
  • LoveYourBrain Yoga

Dr. Kristina is a licensed physical therapist with over a decade of experience specializing in the treatment of orthopedic and neurologic conditions. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of New Hampshire, followed by her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Thomas Jefferson University in 2011.

Committed to advancing her clinical expertise, Dr. Kristina has earned multiple specialized certifications throughout her career, including prior certification in LSVT BIG for Parkinson's disease, Certified Brain Injury Specialist, and Certified Stroke Rehabilitation Specialist. She further expanded her holistic approach to care by earning her Love Your Brain Yoga certification in 2019, emphasizing mindfulness and movement in neurological rehabilitation.

In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Kristina has contributed to the academic community as adjunct faculty in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Rutgers University, where she has served as a guest lecturer and lab TA. She has also presented at various continuing education courses, sharing her expertise with fellow rehabilitation professionals.

Dr. Kristina is passionate about empowering patients through evidence-based care and continues to advance the field of neurorehabilitation through both practice and education. In addition to her clinical and academic experience, Dr. Kristina is bilingual in English and Latvian, which enhances her ability to connect with a diverse patient population and foster inclusive care. Outside of treatment Dr. Kristina loves spending time outdoors and traveling.

Dr. Alli Villane, PT, DPT, NCS

Physical Therapist

Dr. Alli Villane, PT, DPT, NCS

  • Neurologic Clinical Specialist
  • Neurologic Residency Trained
  • LSVT BIG®

Dr. Alli Villane is a Doctor of Physical Therapy dedicated to providing individualized care to help her patients move better and feel more confident. Dr. Alli's clinical practice is backed by an academic foundation based at the University of Miami. She graduated with honors with a Bachelor of Science in Health Science and Psychology in 2018, and went on to earn her Doctorate of Physical Therapy there in 2021. She then completed a Neurologic Clinical Residency at Tampa General Hospital where she went on to become an ABPTS board-certified Neurologic Clinical Specialist. Sharing her passion for the field, Dr. Alli has also served as an educator, teaching Anatomy and Physiology as well as Neurological Rehabilitation at both the undergraduate and graduate levels at the University of South Florida.

As a certified LSVT BIG® clinician, Dr. Alli has developed and led community-based Parkinson's exercise programs designed to optimize mobility and quality of life. She also holds a special interest in working with individuals whose symptoms may be less visible and often overlooked, including those experiencing dizziness, autonomic dysfunction, and fatigue. Beyond neurologic care, she enjoys treating geriatric and orthopedic conditions, emphasizing injury prevention, functional longevity, and performance optimization across the lifespan.

Outside of the clinic, Dr. Alli enjoys cooking and trying new restaurants and attending sporting events and concerts. She also loves to stay active by running, swimming, and spending as much time as possible out by the beach or on the water.

Dr. Dana Gordon, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Dr. Dana Gordon, PT, DPT

  • Certified Stroke Rehabilitation Specialist
  • LSVT-BIG
  • PWR! trained
  • Rock Steady Boxing Coach

Dr. Dana graduated with her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from Widener University in May 2007. Since graduation, her clinical focus has been geared towards treating those with neurological disorders. With over 17 years of experience working with these patient populations in various settings, she has achieved designation as a Certified Stroke Rehabilitation Specialist and has extensive experience in working with those who have had strokes and Parkinson's disease.

Dr. Dana's treatment approaches are rooted in motor learning and neuroplasticity with a focus on everyday functional activities and wellness. She is currently certified in performing the LSVT-BIG program and has been trained in the PWR! program for individuals affected by Parkinson's disease. She is also a certified Rock Steady Boxing coach.

When she is not in the clinic, Dr. Dana enjoys spending time with her husband and two boys and can often be found on the baseball field. She also enjoys going to the beach, traveling, and rooting for the Philadelphia Phillies and Eagles.

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