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Jilian Pennington, DPT

Jilian Pennington is a Doctor of Physical Therapy with 8 years of experience, including 5 years with SECO. She earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from East Tennessee State University and practices at SECO’s Walton location.


Jilian is LSVT BIG certified, with special interests in neurological and inpatient rehabilitation. Her treatment style is function-focused, with an emphasis on empowering patients to move, trust their bodies, and understand that movement can be safe even when pain is present.


Before joining SECO, Jilian worked at a VA Polytrauma Rehabilitation Center in Minnesota and with FOX Rehabilitation. She was drawn to SECO’s therapist-owned model and the opportunity to work with patients in both hospital and outpatient settings.


Jilian’s interest in physical therapy began while working as a rehab aide, when she witnessed a patient walk for the first time following a car accident. That experience inspired her to pursue a career helping people regain confidence in their bodies and return to the activities they love.


Outside of work, Jilian enjoys spending time with her family.