I had been having a number of issues with my back and shoulders which had not been resolved with other therapists.  Janina used a variety of massage techniques which immediately made a difference.  The effects were far longer lasting than I have found elsewhere.  Janina’s experience as an athlete in addition to her extensive physio training means she understands her clients’ issues and is able to work through them.  She is also both professional and friendly.  I would highly recommend her.

Janina’s holistic approach to physical therapy has helped me overcome a couple of injuries while I was training for my first marathon. During my training, I had very painful shin splints on the front of my right lower leg and tightness/pain on my left hip. In order to understand the underlying cause of my problems, Janina first asked me many questions about my lifestyle and training, watched my postured while I walked and did mobility tests. She then identified where my pain was really coming from and found out that the reason I had shin splints and hip pain/tightness were mainly because of overcompensation. Janina’s approach was really helpful because she was able to identify a few things I was unconsciously doing that were harming my health and prescribed me a few exercises to stretch and strengthen the correct muscles. Unlike many physical therapists I had been to, Janina addresses/evaluates more than a patient’s immediate symptoms/condition…she has guided me to a healthier lifestyle and helped me get back on the road so I could complete my first marathon.

I would like to thank Janina for the great care I have received. I am family practice physician and triathlete, so impressed with Janina’s ability to diagnose my injuries and apply manual medicine combining the disciplines of physical and massage therapy. The treatments I received were enhanced with a home exercise program to keep me on the mend. If you are not aware Janina and her husband David are revered in the triathlon and athletic community, training /advising elite amateur and professional athlete’s. The good news, you do not need to be professional athlete to get her care, just call and schedule an appointment. I live in Seattle Washington, if I sustain an injury in the future that is not improving I will get myself on a plane to get Janina’s opinion and treatment. 

Within the first 6 weeks of starting Ironman training, I was experiencing a few unusual sensations that concerned me – in my back and shoulders.  By happenstance, I was introduced to Janina.  She was able to immediately come to my home with her mobile table to assess and form an improvement plan.  She noted my limitations, abilities, and where I could get to – if I did the physical work needed.  Her goal was to get me on my way, as quick as possible using natural solutions – avoiding MRI and prescriptions.  She listens carefully to determine symptom vs cause.  Janina did excellent work on some breast bone fascia that was really in dire need of attention, limited my swim stroke.  I am so grateful for her personalized assessment and her expertise.  I really appreciate her eye contact, professional touch, and honesty.  Janina is a stellar human, REALLY!   I am back on track and feeling much better.

I wish I had found you ealier! I feel so much better now!