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About Ocean Myofascial Release
Our approach
Our philosophy
Our philosophy
We practice the John F. Barnes' MFR approach to address not only the physical aspects of injury and rehabilitation but also the emotional and mental components. We believe that a positive attitude and a supportive environment are key to achieving success.
Our philosophy
Our philosophy
Our philosophy
At Ocean Myofascial Release, we believe that physical therapy is not just about using exercise to treat injuries, but about empowering our clients to take control of their own health and well-being by bringing awareness in their body with the John F. Barnes' MFR approach.
Our expertise
Our philosophy
Our expertise
Our therapist has years of experience in treating a wide range of conditions, from chronic pain to post-surgical rehabilitation. We value continuing education and stay up-to-date with the latest manual therapy techniques and interventions to provide the best possible care to our clients.
About Me
Dr. Jessica Padilla, Physical Therapist
Jessica is a licensed physical therapist. She earned a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Kinesiology from San Francisco State University and a Doctorate of Physical Therapy Degree from Sacramento State University. In addition, she is a Certified Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) therapist through the Kaiser Foundation Rehab Center (KFRC). Her physical therapy experience includes: long-term acute care, acute rehab, inpatient acute, outpatient, home health and private practice.
Jessica integrates MFR in the acute care and clinic setting on various client/patient presentations. She has found it to be a safe and effective treatment approach to decrease pain, inflammation and increase overall ease of functional movement. Jessica has been practicing John F. Barnes (JFB) MFR since 2018.
Completed seminars include: MFR I/II, fascial-pelvis, cervical-thoracic, fascial-cranium, unwinding, advanced unwinding, rebounding, Women's Health, Subtle Energy I, fascial mobilization, Quantum Leap, Therapy for the Therapist, and Skills Enhancement with JFB and staff at Therapy on the Rocks.
In addition, she has completed her MELT Method Level 1 training and incorporates the modality for individual self care. Further training includes functional mobilization techniques through the Institute of Physical Art, pelvic floor training through Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation, Visceral and Neural Manipulation through The Barral Institute, and she is a Pilates Method Alliance Student.