Manhattan Beach Physical Therapy and Fitness (The Wellness Bank)

500 S Sepulveda Blvd #106 Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

About our Manhattan Beach, CA Clinic

At Evolution’s Manhattan Beach Physical Therapy, we deliver orthopedic and sports physical therapy that keeps you moving, pain-free, and ahead of the game. Our integrated approach, including traditional PT,  therapeutic massage, pilates, and therapeutic yoga, is a boon to faster recovery and aligns with our total wellness ideology. At our own Manhattan Beach location, you have access to very personalized one-on-one PT (a rarity for the area), from some of the best physical therapists in the nation.

Services Offered at Evolution Manhattan Beach

Take a look at our state-of-the-art physical therapy and fitness services for patients and clients at our Manhattan Beach physical therapy clinic below!

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Physical Therapy in Los Angeles County

At our Manhattan Beach location, our physical therapy services span a wide range of the key offerings we provide nationwide. This includes therapeutic medical massage, orthopedic injury rehabilitation, and other traditional physical therapies. Our dedicated team of PTs and DPTs are not just highly skilled, but diverse in their passions—covering health sciences, sports, fitness, and injury prevention. Ready to move toward your physical health goals? Click below to schedule an appointment with one of our expert physical therapists.

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Sport Performance Experts

Our team are truly sports performance experts, including pts, coaches, athletic trainers, and physicians committed to keep you healthy, motivated, and energized. We’ll tailor your training programing to be sport-specific, combing both functional and sport-specific exercises, hands on myofascial stretching, neuromuscular massage, pilates, and other movements to optimize your performance and prevent injury.

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Hyrox Training in Manhattan Beach

At Manhattan Beach, our HYROX Training program transforms traditional workouts into high-energy hybrid sessions. By combining running with functional movements, each class builds endurance, strength, and race-day readiness. With expert coaching, a community-driven atmosphere, and our supportive staff, you’ll experience a challenging yet engaging program designed to push your limits and maximize results.

Conditions Treated at Our Manhattan Beach, CA Location

Physical Therapy at Evolution utilizes cutting edge therapies and different, advanced techniques to treat physical pain, limitations, dysfunctions, or illness. These and many more conditions can be managed by your therapist and care team:

Manhattan Beach Physical Therapists and Staff

The following team members are part of the staff in Manhattan Beach, CA. For full details on each person, check out our staff page.

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Jessica Finley
PT, DPT, OCS
Regional Clinical Director
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Jessica FinleyPT, DPT, OCS
Regional Clinical Director
Education
  • Ithaca College
  • BS. Clinical Science
  • MS. Physical Therapy
  • Doctorate, Physical Therapy
Certifications
  • Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist
  • Selective Functional Movement Assessment Certified
  • Upper Extremity Lymphedema Certified
Professional Passions
  • Movement Sciences
  • Faculty at LMU School of Health and Human Sciences
Personal Passions
  • Running
  • Pilates
  • Exercise
  • New Restaurants
  • El Segundo Girls Lacrosse Coach
  • Her Pup
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Denise Chyette
PT, DPT
Clinical Director
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Denise ChyettePT, DPT
Clinical Director
Education
  • University of Wisconsin-Madison
  • BS. Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology
  • University of Illinois Chicago
  • Doctorate, Physical Therapy
Professional Passions
  • Youth Sports Injuries
  • Perinatal Health and Fitness
  • Functional Exercise Training
  • Pilates
Personal Passions
  • Beach Volleyball
  • Tennis
  • Skiing
  • Mountain Biking
  • Yoga
  • Spending Time with Family – 2 Boys Involved in Lots of Sports!
  • UNICEF (United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund) – Actively Engaged with UNICEF for over a Dozen Years Supporting their Efforts Domestically and Internationally. Traveling throughout Africa, she has been Involved with UNICEF’s Work Focused on Water, Climate Change, and Education.
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John Sico
PT, DPT
Assistant Clinical Director
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John SicoPT, DPT
Assistant Clinical Director
Education
  • Arizona State University
  • BS. Exercise and Wellness
  • Western University of Health Sciences
  • Doctorate, Physical Therapy
Professional Passions
  • Holistic Approach
  • Orthopedic Prehab/Rehab
  • Sports Performance
  • Return-to-Sport
Personal Passions
  • Movement
  • Learning
  • Concerts/Live Music
  • Live Sporting Events
  • Managing Fantasy Football Teams
  • New Restaurants
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Kristy Vargas
CYI
Office Manager, Certified Yoga Instructor
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Kristy VargasCYI
Office Manager, Certified Yoga Instructor
Education
Certifications
  • Certified Yoga Instructor
Professional Passions
Personal Passions
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Katie Fester Wheeler
PT, DPT, OCS
Physical Therapist
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Katie Fester WheelerPT, DPT, OCS
Physical Therapist
Education
  • Bucknell University
  • BA. Biology
  • Columbia University
  • Doctorate, Physical Therapy
Certifications
  • Orthopedic Clinical Specialist
  • RYT-200 (Registered Yoga Teacher)
Professional Passions
  • Sports and Orthopedic Rehab
  • Health, Wellness and Nutrition
  • Youth Athletes
  • Injury Prevention Education
Personal Passions
  • Hiking
  • Surfing
  • Yoga
  • Pilates
  • Cooking
  • Traveling
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Jenna Marshall
PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
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Jenna MarshallPT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Education
  • Northern Arizona University
  • BS. Exercise Science
  • Azusa Pacific University
  • Doctorate, Physical Therapy
Certifications
  • Parkinson’s Wellness Recovery (PWR) Therapist
Professional Passions
  • Sports-related Injuries
  • Orthopedics
  • Manual Therapy
  • Active Adults
  • Post-Op Rehabilitation
Personal Passions
  • Beach
  • Weightlifting
  • Hanging out with her Dogs
  • Off-Roading
  • Traveling
  • Soccer
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Sandesha Singh
MPT
Physical Therapist
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Sandesha SinghMPT
Physical Therapist
Education
  • University of California, Santa Barbara
  • BA. Biology
  • Loma Linda University
  • Masters, Physical Therapy
Certifications
  • Certified Yoga Instructor
Professional Passions
  • Breathwork
  • Mind Body Connection
  • Injury Prevention
  • Orthopedics
Personal Passions
  • Traveling
  • Yoga
  • Volleyball
  • Pickleball
  • Community Service
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Elizabeth Aragon-Ryan
CPI
Certified Pilates Instructor
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Elizabeth Aragon-RyanCPI
Certified Pilates Instructor
Education
Certifications
  • Certified Pilates Instructor
Professional Passions
Personal Passions

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Ivan Fernandez
CMT
Certified Massage Therapist
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Ivan FernandezCMT
Certified Massage Therapist
Education
  • Cal State Dominguez Hills
  • BS. Kinesiology
Certifications
  • South Bay Massage College
  • Certified Massage Therapist
  • In House Equinox Club Continuing Education
Professional Passions
  • Massage Therapy
  • Personal Training
Personal Passions
  • Very Competitive Triathlete, Cyclist, Runner
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Dov Gellis
LMT, PAS
Licensed Massage Therapist
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Licensed Massage Therapist
Education
  • School of Integrative Psycho-Structural Bodywork (IPSB)
  • 550 Hr Program
  • Tao Healing Arts Center
  • 250 Hr Program
  • Egoscue University
  • Posture Alignment Specialist Level 2 Certification
Certifications
  • Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT)
  • Posture Alignment Specialist (PAS)
Professional Passions
  • Studying Biomechanics
  • Teaching Massage
  • Collaborating with Physical Therapists
  • Continuing Education in the Healing Arts
Personal Passions
  • Calisthenics
  • Being with his Family
  • Traveling to New Places
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Vaness Harris Jr.
LMT
Licensed Massage Therapist
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Vaness Harris Jr.LMT
Licensed Massage Therapist
Education
  • San Diego State University
  • BS. Social Science
  • Southern California Health Institute
Certifications
  • Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT)
Professional Passions
  • Dedicated to Helping People Manage Pain, Improve Mobility and Reduce Stress through Personalized, Intentional Bodywork
Personal Passions
  • Sports and Massage, even when things get challenging
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Genevieve Pujalet
CYI
Certified Yoga Instructor
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Genevieve PujaletCYI
Certified Yoga Instructor
Education
  • Barnard College, Columbia University
  • Yoga Works Teacher Training 500 Hr+
  • Yoga Tune Up with Jill Miller
  • Therapeutic Yoga with Jasmine Lieb
Certifications
  • Certified Yoga Instructor
Professional Passions
  • Helping Clients Build Strength, Flexibility, and Confidence Following Injury or Medical Treatment
  • Helping Clients to Gain more Relaxed Presence and Body Awareness to Facilitate Faster and more Comprehensive Healing
  • Introducing Clients to the Therapeutic Aspect of a Yoga Practice, Often Very Different from the Athletic Style of Yoga they are accustomed to
Personal Passions
  • Spending Time with her Husband and Twin Boys
  • Huge Animal Lover and Proud Dog and Cat Mama
  • Hiking Enthusiast
  • Avid Reader/Bookworm
  • Lover of Interior Design and Architecture, Art, and Music
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Lisa Thiel
CPI
Certified Pilates Instructor
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Lisa ThielCPI
Certified Pilates Instructor
Education
  • Miami University
  • BS. Business
  • Pilates Institute of Southern California
  • Pilates Certification
  • Balanced Body Continuing Education; Master Teacher-Led Workshops
Certifications
  • Certified Pilates Instructor
Professional Passions
  • Learning
  • Helping Others Feel their Best and be Pain Free and Strong so they Feel Better Leaving the Session than they did when they Walked in the Door
  • Being a Positive Motivator
  • Improving Posture and Alignment
  • Helping Others Increase their Awareness and Knowledge of their Bodies
  • Connecting on a Personal Level with Clients
Personal Passions
  • Exercise
  • Pilates
  • Yoga
  • Dance
  • Barre
  • Hiking
  • Long Walks
  • Weightlifting
  • Spending Time with Family and Friends, Especially Outdoor and at the Beach
  • Walking her Dogs
  • Reading and Book Club
  • Travel

More About Evolution Manhattan Beach

Staff Certifications: See More Details

The staff at Evolution Physical Therapy in Manhattan Beach have been certified in the following:
Doctor of Physical Therapy Strength and Conditioning Certification Certified in Manual Therapy Orthopedic Clinical Specialist Certification Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization Certification Movement and Mobility Specialist Certified Certified EMR Sports Certified Specialist

Languages Spoken: See More Details

English

Scheduling an Appointment (Physical Therapy or Recovery): See More Details

To schedule an appointment, you can fill out our form here. You can also call our Manhattan Beach location at  (424) 247-9112.

What to Expect from Your First Appointment: See More Details

For your first visit to our Manhattan Beach physical therapy clinic, please arrive 15 minutes early to complete necessary paperwork. To speed up the check-in process, you can fill out the ‘New Patient Form’ here prior to your first appointment. Bring your photo ID, insurance card, comfortable clothing, and any prescriptions from your treating physician. Co-pay, co-insurance and deductible payments are due at the time of service.

Insurances Accepted: See More Details

We accept most PPO plans and Medicare. Please call us at 424-303-7647 for details or to check your specific benefits and coverage. We also offer special cash rates.

Areas Served: See More Details

El Segundo
South Bay
Hermosa Beach
Redondo Beach
Hawthorne
Inglewood
Compton
Surrounding Areas

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Clinic Hours See More Details

Mon-Fri: 8:00AM-6:00PM

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