Expert Physical Therapy serving the greater Jacksonville, FL area WITH LYMPHEDEMA and ORTHOPEDIC CARe

Find your path to a healthier, more active life

At Core Essentials Physical Therapy and Wellness, we break down barriers and empower you with the tools and support you need to live a healthy and active lifestyle, free from pain and limitations.

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WE KNOW OUR STUFF

Highly trained experts in hands on treatment to address your pain

With years of experience and multiple advanced certifications, including dry needling, we effectively and efficiently address our patient's pain in order to get them back to their health and fitness goals.

Undivided Attention

One hour treatment sessions in a private treatment room

Truly effective implementation of a treatment plan is provided by working one on one the entire treatment session with your licensed physcial therapist and never passed off to a technician.

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A personalized, holistic approach to wellness

After we have addressed your dysfunctional movement, we then support you by safely guiding you into an active lifestyle so you can reap the expansive health benefits of a balanced program.

This is achieved via multiple options including participation in our dance or running program, gym membership, group Medicare exercise classes, our digital wellness courses, and long-term support through our Exercise App.

Take your first step towards wellness

Schedule your appointment today and start your journey to a healthier, more active life.

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Solutions For Pain & Mobility

We offer a range of services to address pain, improve mobility, and empower you with the knowledge and confidence to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Personalized Physical Therapy

One-on-one care tailored to your unique needs, ensuring optimal results.

Customized treatment plans

Targeted strategies designed to address your specific pain and mobility concerns.

Experienced, caring team

Our dedicated professionals are committed to guiding you on your wellness journey.

State-of-the-art equipment

Utilizing advanced tools and techniques to enhance your treatment experience.

Long-term support

Stay on track with our app, providing ongoing resources and encouragement.

Innovative wellness courses

Comprehensive programs that teach safe, effective exercise and injury prevention.

life changing DIGITAL courses

Guiding you back into an active lifestyle, safely

Discover our "Exercise, Where to Start?" course, designed to teach you safe, effective, and well-rounded exercise routines while preventing injuries.

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Featured Courses

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Core Essentials

This course is a fitness plan designed to overcome exercise barriers and enjoy a positive...

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Exercise, where to start?

This course is geared toward those that want to start leading an active lifestyle, but...

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Running Through Life

This course is open to beginners and advanced runners. The goal is to break down...

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Learn to Love Your TRX Straps

This course will help you make the most out of your TRX straps, and teach you how to...

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Bosu Fun: Challenge Accepted

This course teaches you how great and effective Bosu balls can be at providing a proper workout...

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Yoga Ball: Lets Roll

This course will show you how to use a yoga ball for a personalized, full-body exercise routine...

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Customer testimonials

See what our valued customers are saying!

“My husband and I've been patients of Dr. Jess for over a year now and she's absolutely an amazing person with a beautiful witty personality. Her bedside manners and professionalism makes me feel very comfortable. I always look forward to a great laugh when there for mt dry needling treatments. The atmosphere is so relaxing and makes me feel like I am at home. Her knowledge of the body in detail is outstanding and the staff is very professional and friendly.”

Shelia C

“Dr.Jess not only has the bedside manner to calm people and allow them to feel comfortable, she is an highly trained & qualified practitioner. I highly recommend Dr. Jess and her practice to anyone.”

Jada H

“I recommend Dr Jess to literally a boatload of people…a dragon boat load!”

Michelle C

“Dr. Grochowsky and Alecia Carciolo have been addressing and resolving various physical issues I’ve had over the years related to injury or aging. I would never dream of any other physical therapy professionals proving my care. Quite frankly they are the best!"

Gary R.

“Dr. Jess is knowledgeable and so approachable. She explained exactly what is causing my problems, and how to fix them, in layman’s terms. Just love her new office and staff, including Alecia. Everyone is welcoming and truly professional. Honestly, Core Essentials PT is one of Jacksonville’s best.”

Nancy W

"Dr. Jessica has helped me greatly with her wide variety of physical therapy techniques. She is very knowledgeable and helps me understand what she is doing and why. I highly recommend Dr. Jessica for physical therapy services."