Holistic Physical Therapy
in San Francisco

FOR THE PELVIC FLOOR AND THE WHOLE BODY

 

REDUCE YOUR PAIN

BUILD YOUR RESILIENCE

 GET YOUR LIFE BACK

Are these problems preventing you from fully recovering and enjoying your life?

  • Has your medication stopped reducing your pain?

  • Are you in the midst of a symptom flare-up or reinjury and just want to get back to normal?

  • Do you feel alone and unheard because doctors say your pain is just “in your head”?

  • Are you exhausted and afraid your pain will never go away?

  • Have you lost hope of ever having sex + intimacy with your partner again?

  • Are your symptoms keeping you from being able to work, see friends, travel, or exercise?

Physical therapy can help you recover faster.
I specialize in these areas.

 

Pelvic Health for All Genders

Sexual pain or dysfunction, bladder issues, chronic UTIs, strengthening & resilience before and after surgery

Female Pelvic Health

Bladder leaks, endometriosis, vaginismus, vulvodynia, period cramps, prenatal/postpartum, diastasis recti, prolapse

Male Pelvic Health

Erectile issues, groin pain, pelvic floor dysfunction, bladder problems, or pain with sex, sitting, or cycling

Neurovascular

Pinched nerves, carpal tunnel syndrome, neurogenic / neuropathic pain, thoracic outlet syndrome

 

Joint + Soft Tissue

Arthritis, chronic sprains and strains, impingement, repetitive-use injuries

Digestion

Bloating, constipation, IBS, abdominal pain, SIBO, hiatal hernia/GERD

Head + Neck

Headaches, migraines, TMJ issues, sinus pain, jaw pain, trouble swallowing pills

Spine

Scoliosis, stenosis, sciatica, radiculopathy, degenerative disc/joint disease, sacroiliac (SI) joint issues

 

Ready to relieve pain, restore your range of movement, and get back to your normal activities?

 

 You can get better — it’s never too late.
And I’m here to help.

 

Arlene Cavan, PT, DPT, works with clients in person in San Francisco and via telehealth throughout the state of California.

Hello and welcome!

I’m Arlene Cavan, PT, DPT, a doctor of physical therapy who uses a holistic, integrative approach to treating musculoskeletal issues in the pelvic floor and the whole body.

To help my clients recover and build up their personal resilience, I offer a deep toolbox with many different techniques and resources so that we can create a custom care plan that’s right for YOU.

As a compassionate provider with a gentle and caring presence, I listen to your unique needs, goals, and preferences. I enjoy working on “complex” cases, getting creative, and thinking outside the realm of traditional treatment methods.

I believe in giving my clients the tools to tune into the nervous system and emotions, retrain the body’s movement patterns, and expand into full-body mindfulness. Another important key to managing pain is building community connections that bolster us for the longer term.

I want you to know:

  • If you’re in the middle of a flare-up or a reinjury…

  • If you’ve ever been told by a doctor that your pain is “all in your head” because everything “looks fine”…

  • If your social life, exercise routine, or ability to work or travel is dwindling because of muscle or bladder issues…

  • If intimacy with your partner has been put on hold due to pain…

…I’m here to help you.

You can recover. It’s never too late to start.

I want you to feel supported and informed in your healing journey, and to feel hope again in your body’s innate healing potential.

If you have questions, I invite you to set up a free phone consultation. Or, book now if you’re ready to make your appointment and start on the path to recovery. I’ll see you soon!

Start feeling better right away.
Here’s your action plan.

 

It’s easy to book your appointment with the online scheduler and then add it to your calendar.

Attend your session and receive a customized treatment plan so you know exactly how to recover.

Leave feeling heard, supported, and empowered, knowing that you can get your life back!

 

Choose the appointment type that’s right for you.

  • Arlene Cavan works with a patient on balance and alignment.

    In my office

    Overwhelmed by noisy, bustling PT clinics? Me too. That’s why I see patients one at a time in my peaceful, cozy office in the Lower Pacific Heights neighborhood. You deserve to relax and not feel rattled or rushed.

  • Close-up of session at sofa

    At your home

    You can have physical therapy in the comfort of your own home. I offer home visits within San Francisco city limits. Ideal for new parents, busy executives, public figures, and anyone recovering from a recent surgery.

  • Arlene Cavan, PT, DPT, offers holistic, integrative physical therapy via telehealth to patients in California.

    Telehealth

    Telehealth + virtual coaching appointments can be just as effective as in-person sessions. Ideal for folks with kids, busy schedules, or compromised immune systems — or anyone located outside the Bay Area.

Frequently asked questions

Arlene Cavan, PT, DPT, offers physical therapy for the pelvic floor and the whole body in the Lower Pacific Heights area of San Francisco.

Arlene works with a patient in her office, located in San Francisco’s Lower Pacific Heights neighborhood.

 

If you’re ready to overcome any of these issues, physical therapy can help.

Digestion issues: Bloating, IBS, constipation, SIBO, abdominal pain, GERD

Muscle & joint issues: Chronic pain, sprains, strains, arthritis, pinched nerves

Head + neck issues: Headaches, migraines, TMJ problems, sinus pain

Pelvic floor issues (all genders): Bladder leaks, endometriosis, IC, recurrent UTIs, painful sex

Recovery issues: After surgery, illness, a bad fall, or a repetitive-use injury

Spine issues: Scoliosis, stenosis, degenerative disc/joint disease, sacroiliac (SI) joint dysfunction

 

You can recover, and you can start now.
I’ll be with you every step of the way.