John Sampedro is our accomplished and multi talented Structural Fascial Therapist, he is a native of Florida, born and raised in the Tampa Bay area. He found his calling and was inspired to enter Massage school after being rehabilitated for injuries he sustained in a serious accident. He graduated from Humanities Center School Of Massage in 1994. He began building his practice working with Dr.George Stovall DC, in St.Petersburg Fl from 1994-1998. From 2000-2004 & 2009-2013, John worked as a massage therapist and then Lead Therapist (a managerial position where he ran the clinic floor) at Bay Life Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation, also in the St. Petersburg area. John has built a solid practice over 20 years and serves hundreds of loyal and happy clients. This speaks to his excellent skills and healing abilities. We were thrilled when he joined us in 2011!
With a broad based training in the following areas:
- Kinesiotaping
- Myofascial Release Technique
- Structural Fascial Therapy
- Sports Massage Rehabilitation
- Reiki
- Personal Training
John has a unique approach in his work, there is no ‘one massage fits all’, each of the cases he treats are as individual as the client themselves, he will tailor your therapy according to your body’s needs. Treatment will often include a personalized plan of physiotherapy stretches and exercises to continue your therapy at home, encouraging your body to heal further in between sessions.
As an experienced Runner, Cyclist & Cross Fit Trainer, John personally understands the injuries and strains of the athlete.
John also offersmassage treatments in conjunction with Dr. Bock. They believe that an integrative approach between Chiropractic and Massage Therapies is key in the healing process of those having suffered injury in an accident be it auto, workplace or otherwise.
Fondly known as Mr.Magic Hands, John is a wonderful part of our team here at Total Health And Performance Center.