About CLOAK
Specializing in First Responder Physical Therapy in Middletown, CT
Specializing in First Responder Physical Therapy in Middletown, CT
CLOAK Tactical was built around one mission: to provide first responder physical therapy in Middletown, CT that truly understands the physical demands of the job. Police officers, firefighters, and EMS professionals face unique stressors — heavy gear, long shifts, repetitive load, unpredictable movement, and high-performance expectations.
Dr. Eric Soule works specifically with tactical athletes who require more than traditional rehabilitation. As a clinic focused on tactical athlete physical therapy in Connecticut, care is structured around real-world performance, not generic protocols. Treatment plans are built to restore strength, improve durability, and support full return to duty.
Whether recovering from injury, managing chronic strain from duty gear, or preparing to pass a physical readiness standard, each plan is individualized and performance-driven. The goal is not just symptom relief — it is confident, capable return to service.
This is physical therapy designed for the realities of police, fire, and EMS work.
Certifications
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CSCS - Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
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TSAC-F - Tactical Strength And Conditioning Facilitator
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XPS - EXOS Performance Specialist
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FMS - Functional Movement Screen Certified
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TRX - TRX Suspension Trainer Certified
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GT M-1 - Graston Technique Module 1 Certified
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IDN - Integrative Dry Needling Certified
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Dr. eric Soule, DPT
Eric is the founder of CLOAK Tactical Performance Physical Therapy and specializes in the evaluation and treatment of musculoskeletal injuries sustained by tactical athletes.
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After completing his BS in Kinesiology at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, he went on to complete his Doctorate of Physical Therapy at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences.
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Eric has experience working with a wide variety of traditional athletes including D1, NFL, MLB, USA Rugby, and Professional Tennis, along with tactical athletes including Law Enforcement, Fire & Rescue, EMS, and Active Duty Special Forces Operators.
He believes all tactical athletes should have the same treatments and resources available as professional athletes and is passionate about getting his clients back to their teams and back in the fight.