February 1, 2026
Please welcome back Dr. Cindy! She has returned from her maternity leave and is accepting new patients. Please be aware that Cindy does have a new schedule. She will be seeing patients on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 9:00am to 1:00pm. You are able to schedule appointments with her online here.
Thursday, February 5th Heather will be offsite and visiting a UCLA healthcare clinic for their staff academic day and giving a talk on Integrative Medicine in the Allied Healthcare Setting. This is exciting for Heather as it’s her first time back at UCLA in this capacity since leaving them in 2018 to start Sadhana Health.
Check out our fun crossword puzzle at the end of this newsletter!
NEW SERVICES!
FAR- INFRARED LIGHT THERAPY
We are now offering 30min appointments (limited availability at this time) to use our far-infrared light therapy mat by BIOMAT®.
Far-infrared light therapy, also called photobiomodulation, uses a safe form of light energy to gently warm the body and support natural biological processes. This light is part of the infrared spectrum and is naturally present in sunlight, but it is different from ultraviolet (UV) light and does not cause skin damage or DNA harm.
During treatment, infrared light is absorbed by the body and experienced as a comfortable warmth. Research published in peer-reviewed medical journals shows that this type of light can interact with cells—particularly the mitochondria, which help produce cellular energy. These interactions may support circulation, tissue health, and normal cellular function without exposing patients to harmful radiation.
To read our full blog post about Far-Infrared Light Therapy and its benefits as well as how we incorporate it here at Sadhana Health, click here>>
To schedule time to use the BIOMAT® contact our office. The cost is $30 for 30 minutes.
NORMATEC COMPRESSION THERAPY BOOTS
Compression boot therapy (also known as intermittent pneumatic compression) uses air-filled boots that gently inflate and deflate around the legs to support circulation and recovery. It’s a non-invasive, relaxing treatment widely used in athletic recovery, rehabilitation, and wellness care.
How It Works
The boots apply rhythmic pressure to the legs, similar to the natural muscle pump action that occurs when you walk. This helps:
- Move blood and lymphatic fluid more efficiently
- Deliver oxygen and nutrients to tissues
- Support removal of metabolic waste that contributes to soreness
This process may support enhanced circulation and recovery after physical activity or prolonged periods of inactivity.
To read our full blog post on compression boots and what patients and athletes should know click here>>
To schedule an appointment to use the compression boots contact our office. The cost is $30 for 30 minutes.
CONGRATULATIONS CERTIFIED MASSAGE THERAPISTS (CMTs)
In the State of California, certification as a massage therapist with the designation of CMT requires that the therapist sit for a national board exam (the MBLEX or the NCBTMB exam). These exams ensure that therapists have thorough knowledge of anatomy, physiology, certain medical conditions, contraindications, and multiple modalities and interventions.
“California Massage Therapy Council (CAMTC) certified therapists have always been certified under the “healing arts” section of state law along with medical doctors, chiropractors, physical therapists, acupuncturists, and registered nurses. And yet, CAMTC certificate holders were the only ones not officially recognized as ‘healthcare providers.'” Beverly May, Director of Governmental Affairs, CAMTC
We are excited to share with you that effective January 1, 2026, the California State Legislature voted unanimously 232-0 in a bi-partisan vote that CAMTC certified massage therapists are now legally recognized as health care providers. Sadhana Health’s massage/manual therapists* have been the backbone of our business since 2014. We are grateful for them and their contributions to our company which allowed us to grow and evolve into the physical therapy & wellness clinic that we have become. THANK YOU & CONGRATULATIONS!
*Sadhana Health only hires CA State certified massage therapists.
