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Welcome

If you are experiencing:

-Pelvic Pain (pain between your belly button and knees)

-Urinary or Bowel problems

-Have had Gender Care Surgery

-Are Pregnant or Postpartum

-Have had Breast Cancer Surgery

-Have Lymphedema

-Have unresolved Musculoskeletal Pain

I am here to help you feel and move better.

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Welcome

If you are experiencing:

-Pelvic Pain

(pain between belly button and knees)

-Urinary or Bowel problems

-Have had Gender Care Surgery

-Are Pregnant or Postpartum

-Have had Breast Cancer Surgery

-Have Lymphedema

-Have unresolved Musculoskeletal Pain

I am here to help you feel and move better.

GET IN TOUCH

 "Janette is amazing -  I found her through a colleague recommendation after seeing several top pelvic floor PTs in the area. I have made 4x the amount of progress with her than I did with anyone else. She has an excellent skill set, is calm, kind, intuitive, effective and just a really supportive human." 

- Priya

 "Janette is amazing -  I found her through a colleague recommendation after seeing several top pelvic floor PTs in the area. I have made 4x the amount of progress with her than I did with anyone else. She has an excellent skill set, is calm, kind, intuitive, effective and just a really supportive human." 

- Priya

"Janette is amazing -  I found her through a colleague recommendation after seeing several top pelvic floor PTs in the area. I have made 4x the amount of progress with her than I did with anyone else. She has an excellent skill set, is calm, kind, intuitive, effective and just a really supportive human." 

- Priya

Services

PT for Pelvic Pain

Pelvic dysfunction

Pelvic dysfunction comes in many forms. Whether it is pain in the abdomen or pelvic area, prolapse, loss of control over bowel or bladder function (incontinence), constipation, or infertility, Physical Therapy can help.

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physical therapy for lymphedema

Lymphedema

Swelling that doesn’t go away is not normal. It may start after treatment for breast cancer, gynecological or other cancers, or it may be from a genetic predisposition. I am a certified lymphedema therapist who practices the gold standard of treatment for the managment of swelling.

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PT for back pain Albany Ca

Musculoskeletal Pain or dysfunction

Strains, sprains or pain may be felt in one area, but the source is often found somewhere else. Rather than just treat the symptoms, I can help you find and treat the underlying causes. You can change how your body works.

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PT for Pelvic Pain

Pelvic dysfunction

Pelvic dysfunction comes in many forms. Whether it is pain in the abdomen or pelvic area, prolapse, loss of control over bowel or bladder function (incontinence), constipation, or infertility, Physical Therapy can help.

Learn More
physical therapy for lymphedema

Lymphedema

Swelling that doesn’t go away is not normal. It may start after treatment for breast cancer, gynecological or other cancers, or it may be from a genetic predisposition. I am a certified lymphedema therapist who practices the gold standard of treatment for the managment of swelling.

Learn More
PT for back pain Albany Ca

Musculoskeletal Pain or dysfunction

Strains, sprains or pain may be felt in one area, but the source is often found somewhere else. Rather than just treat the symptoms, I can help you find and treat the underlying causes. You can change how your body works.

Learn More

Pregnancy

Whether you are having difficulty getting pregnant, are experiencing any pain or discomfort while pregnant, want some help with the healing process postpartum, or want to help prepare your pelvic floor for delivery, I am here to help.

Photo Credit - Michaela Quinn

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Photo Credit - Michaela Quinn

Pregnancy

Whether you are having difficulty getting pregnant, are experiencing any pain or discomfort while pregnant, want some help with the healing process postpartum, or want to help prepare your pelvic floor for delivery, I am here to help.

"Janette is such a gift to work with. She truly listens to you and your body, bringing a personalized and thoughtful approach to every session." 

- Kat

"Janette is such a gift to work with. She truly listens to you and your body, bringing a personalized and thoughtful approach to every session." 

- Kat

"Janette is such a gift to work with. She truly listens to you and your body, bringing a personalized and thoughtful approach to every session." 

- Kat

About

Janette Sofia Cariad PT, CLT-LANA
She/Her/Hers

I have been using my hands, my heart, and my head to help people feel better, function better, and move better for more than 30 years. I believe that each of us is unique and that each of us requires holistic and personalized care.

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Janette Sofia Cariad PT, CLT-LANA
She/Her/Hers

I have been using my hands, my heart, and my head to help people feel better, function better, and move better for more than 30 years. I believe that each of us is unique and that each of us requires holistic and personalized care.

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"After having tried several physical therapists, chiropractors, yoga, acupuncture etc., and not having found much sustained relief, I was referred to Janette. Her therapy helped me significantly, and after several sessions I found myself going back for help less frequently. She is very knowledgeable about the human body, and has an amazing holistic sense of finding the source of discomfort in the body." 

-Saikat

"After having tried several physical therapists, chiropractors, yoga, acupuncture etc., and not having found much sustained relief, I was referred to Janette. Her therapy helped me significantly, and after several sessions I found myself going back for help less frequently. She is very knowledgeable about the human body, and has an amazing holistic sense of finding the source of discomfort in the body." 

-Saikat

"After having tried several physical therapists, chiropractors, yoga, acupuncture etc., and not having found much sustained relief, I was referred to Janette. Her therapy helped me significantly, and after several sessions I found myself going back for help less frequently. She is very knowledgeable about the human body, and has an amazing holistic sense of finding the source of discomfort in the body." 

-Saikat

Treatment: Why Choose Nurturing Health Physical Therapy

1. Consistent Provider

All of your care will be one-on-one with me.

2. Specialist

I specialize in pelvic health and lymphedema/breast cancer rehabilitation.

3. Beautiful Calm Space

Your treatment will happen in a beautiful private treatment room with lots of natural light.

4. Hands-on

I have specialized in manual therapy all of my career with >30 years of experience, so you won’t just be hooked up to a piece of equipment or given a list of exercises via telehealth.

5. Uniquely Tailored to You

I actively listen and look for the things that make you unique, not try to fit you in a box.

6. Focused on Your Goals

Together we will decide on what your course of treatment will be, based on your  goals.

7. "Wholistic"

We will look at the whole  you to find the sources of the problem, not just focus on the pelvic floor.

8. Welcoming

All races and genders are welcome.

9. Plenty of time

All of your appointments will be either 1 hour or 90 minutes long, so you won’t feel rushed.

 

Read my Treatment Approach.

 "I have struggled with intestinal issues my whole life. I came to see Janette for a seemingly unrelated problem, and I am so pleased that she was able to help me. I am so thankful for the relief after many years of difficulty and pain. I hope this therapy will become mainstream, as it is painless and it works."

– Catherine

 "I have struggled with intestinal issues my whole life. I came to see Janette for a seemingly unrelated problem, and I am so pleased that she was able to help me. I am so thankful for the relief after many years of difficulty and pain. I hope this therapy will become mainstream, as it is painless and it works."

– Catherine

 "I have struggled with intestinal issues my whole life. I came to see Janette for a seemingly unrelated problem, and I am so pleased that she was able to help me. I am so thankful for the relief after many years of difficulty and pain. I hope this therapy will become mainstream, as it is painless and it works."

– Catherine

Resources

NATIONAL LYMPHEDEMA NETWORK

INTIMATE ROSE - PELVIC HEALTH PRODUCTS ($5 OFF AT CHECKOUT)
PELVIC GURU - WOMEN'S HEALTH, MEN'S HEALTH

YOUR PACE YOGA - ESSENTIAL VIDEOS

ABRAZO QUEER TANGO - DANCE FOR ANY GENDER

UC BERKELEY MINDFULNESS MEDITATION RESOURCES

"I was referred by UCSF Endometriosis Center to Janette for pelvic floor physical therapy following a laparoscopy. I had been in constant, chronic, and debilitating pain for over 2 years, which impacted my overall quality of life. Janette's individualized approach and expertise allowed me to feel relief the day following my first appointment. I noticed going from irritable and agitated due to the pain, to calm and present in my body. This was the first time I had felt like this in over 2 years and I became hopeful for my future. Janette validated my experience through her understanding of the latest endometriosis research. Janette provided manageable exercises where I was able to see progress between each session, which kept me motivated. I feel safe, seen, and held throughout this healing process by Janette's kind, calm, and present demeanor."

– Robyn

Get in Touch

Nurturing Health Physical Therapy
Email: janette@nhpt.biz

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Phone: 510.327.5730
Fax: 510.495.1127

 

Days and Location Information:

Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays:

2397 Shattuck Ave #206
Berkeley, CA 94704

 

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