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Melissa Padilla, B.Sc., M.Sc., PT
Offers
In-person and virtual appointments
- Physiotherapist
- Woman
Accepting new patients
Provider's hours
Sunday
9:00 am
-
2:00 pm
Monday
7:00 am
-
8:00 pm
Tuesday
7:00 am
-
8:00 pm
Wednesday
7:00 am
-
8:00 pm
Thursday
7:00 am
-
8:00 pm
Friday
7:00 am
-
8:00 pm
Saturday
9:00 am
-
2:00 pm
Description
Melissa graduated from the University of Alberta with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology degree with distinction (2002) and a Master of Science in Physical Therapy degree (2007). Her clinical approach primarily includes education and therapeutic exercise to actively engage her patients in their recovery. She has extensive training in mechanical assessment and treatment of the spine, and has completed the McKenzie Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy courses (Parts A, B, C, and D). She has also taken extra training in Vestibular Rehabilitation and is certified in Trigger Point Dry Needling.
Conditions
- Back pain
- Joint pain
- Leg pain
- Neck pain
- Shoulder pain
Services
- Concussion therapy
- Ergonomics
- Hot & cold therapy
- Hydrotherapy
- Joint manipulation
- Joint mobilization
- Pelvic health therapy
- Pre/Post-surgical rehabilitation
- Skin and wound care
- Soft tissue therapy
- Temporo-Mandibular joint (TMJ) pain treatment
- Vestibular rehabilitation
Clientele
- Adults (18+)
- Children (under 12)
- Pediatrics
- Seniors (65+)
- Teens (13-17)
Languages spoken
- English
Professional designations
- Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
- Master of Science (M.Sc.)
- Physiotherapist (PT)
Education
- Licensed Physiotherapist in Alberta
- Master of Science in Physical Therapy
- Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology
- Lower Quadrant Dry Needling
- Upper Quadrant Advances Needling
Professional associations
- Physiotherapy Alberta College + Association
- On Point Needling
Facility Information
Forward Physiotherapy & Wellness Ltd.
Summary
FORWARD is about collaboration and patient-centered healthcare with all services you need under one roof! Our team of practitioners will work with you and with each other in order to address your needs. Our goal is to provide personalized, quality, and professional services that will work best for you and your body to restore your function, optimize your recovery, and maximize your overall well-being. We want to help you move Forward in life!
Business hours
Sunday
9:00 am
-
2:00 pm
Monday
7:00 am
-
8:00 pm
Tuesday
7:00 am
-
8:00 pm
Wednesday
7:00 am
-
8:00 pm
Thursday
7:00 am
-
8:00 pm
Friday
7:00 am
-
8:00 pm
Saturday
9:00 am
-
2:00 pm
Services & supplies
- Arthritis treatment
- Chiropractic adjustments
- Concussion therapy
- Custom Orthotics
- Ergonomics
- Hydrotherapy
- Laser therapy
- Spinal decompression
- Spinal manipulation
- Temporo-Mandibular joint (TMJ) pain treatment
Amenities
- Close to public transit
- Free parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair accessible
211 - 16733 84 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5Z 0P9