Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Holistic Physical Therapy
Healthwell Physical Therapy Group has been a leader in holistic physical therapy for over two decades, combining academic expertise with specialized techniques from Pilates, Yoga, and Sports Medicine. Our team of certified professionals focuses on treating the whole person, addressing root causes of pain and mobility issues through advanced methods like Craniosacral Therapy and fascial manipulation.With a commitment to personalized care, we empower patients to achieve long-term wellness through one-on-one sessions, telehealth options, and educational workshops. Our San Francisco clinic serves as a hub for innovative treatments, including organ-specific fascial mobilization and pelvic health therapy, ensuring each patient receives tailored solutions for optimal recovery.
Services
Telehealth Rehab
Back/Neck Pain
Hypermobility Syndrome
Pelvic Health
Pain Syndromes
Fascial Manipulation
Post-Surgery Therapy
Balance Restoration
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of expertise in holistic physical therapy.
- Our therapists combine Pilates, Yoga, and Sports Medicine techniques.
- We provide personalized care for chronic pain and mobility issues.
- Telehealth appointments ensure accessible care during any health climate.
- Our team includes board-certified specialists in orthopedic therapy.
What people say
Amazing experience
Lifesaver
Holistic approach
Top of the line care
Magical touch
Services
Telehealth Rehab
Telehealth Rehab offers live video consultations with certified physical therapists for personalized treatment plans. Patients receive guidance on pain management, exercise modifications, and ergonomic adjustments from home. This service ensures continuity of care for chronic conditions and post-surgery recovery while maintaining insurance coverage.
Hypermobility Syndrome
Specialized therapy for hypermobility and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome focuses on stabilization, posture correction, and fascial release. Our team teaches self-management strategies, including Pilates-based exercises and breathing techniques, to improve joint stability and reduce chronic pain associated with connective tissue disorders.
Pelvic Health
Pelvic Health services address musculoskeletal issues affecting urinary function, sexual comfort, and core stability. Therapists use manual techniques and targeted exercises to treat pelvic floor dysfunction in both men and women, focusing on hormone-related changes and postpartum recovery.
Fascial Manipulation
Fascial Manipulation therapy targets connective tissue restrictions using Barral Method techniques. This approach alleviates nerve compression, improves proprioception, and restores mobility by addressing visceral and neural fascial restrictions caused by trauma or surgery.
Pain Syndromes
Pain Syndrome treatment combines neuroscience-informed approaches with manual therapy to address chronic inflammation and central nervous system sensitization. Therapists develop customized programs integrating movement retraining and stress-reduction techniques to break pain cycles and improve quality of life.
People
Dr. Sonam Patel
Director
Dr. Sonam Patel, a board-certified orthopedic specialist with 14 years of experience, founded Amber Rehabilitation Inc. in 2021. She holds advanced degrees from the University of Pittsburgh and Arcadia University, specializing in manual therapy techniques for chronic pain and sports injuries.
Mindy Marantz
Founder
Mindy Marantz established HealthWELL as a leader in neuromuscular retraining. With expertise in Craniosacral Therapy and fascial manipulation, she develops holistic treatment plans addressing complex chronic conditions through integrated manual therapy approaches.
Carolyn Ferenz
Physical Therapist
Carolyn Ferenz applies advanced training in pelvic health and manual therapy to treat musculoskeletal conditions. Her patient-centered approach focuses on restoring functional mobility through evidence-based interventions tailored to individual recovery goals.
Kara Abbott
Physical Therapist
Kara Abbott specializes in movement retraining for post-surgical recovery and chronic pain management. Her practice integrates Pilates-based rehabilitation with neuromuscular reeducation techniques to improve postural alignment and functional capacity.
Karen Forsman
Physical Therapist
Karen Forsman, certified in Stott Pilates, combines core stabilization techniques with traditional physical therapy. Her expertise in movement analysis helps patients develop sustainable exercise programs for long-term musculoskeletal health.
Questions
What physical therapy services are available via telehealth?
Telehealth offers evaluation, exercise guidance, posture correction, and pain management education. Sessions include real-time feedback on home exercises and ergonomic adjustments for remote workers.
Does insurance cover telehealth physical therapy?
Most insurance plans cover telehealth services. We verify coverage before appointments and work directly with providers to ensure treatment accessibility.
How does fascial manipulation improve mobility?
Fascial manipulation releases connective tissue restrictions causing nerve compression and movement limitations. This technique restores fluid motion between tissue layers, reducing pain and improving proprioception.
What conditions benefit from pelvic health therapy?
Pelvic health therapy addresses urinary dysfunction, pelvic pain, postpartum recovery, and sexual discomfort through targeted manual therapy and muscle retraining techniques.
How does HealthWELL approach chronic pain management?
We combine neuroscience-based pain education with manual therapy and movement retraining to address both physical and neurological components of chronic pain conditions.
