Case: Jane visited for pain relief. What was your treatment outcome? 

"I originally visited Berlin Wellness for pain in my right hip.  After meeting with Dr. Elliot Berlin, I learned it turned out to be pregnancy sciatica and he had the perfect remedy."

Any additional comments or thoughts?
"I would recommend the practice to any pregnant woman!"

Jane E.
Valley Village, CA

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Case: Kimberly was having some discomfort during her pregnancy. 

"At 37 weeks of pregnancy I was gifted with severe spasms in my middle back. I say gifted because thought it was a rough price to pay physically, ultimately it was those spasms that lead me to further chiropractic, massage and acupuncture sessions of which I believe all played a large part in my very successful home delivery."

What was your impression of the level of care you received and what was your overall treatment outcome? 
"Working with Dr. Elliot Berlin, Dr. Karla Pineda and Jason Starr LAc, I felt welcomed and respected.  My body was fully prepped, my baby in a great position, my confidence boosted, my psyche supported.  My last visit spawned labor warm-ups and 4 days later I went into active labor and had a beautiful baby girl."

Any additional comments or thoughts?
"I really appreciated the consideration of massage, chiropractic adjustments and acupuncture - a wonderful compliment to the complexity of the body. Though I am certain I will return for wellness visits, I did feel the work I received will have long lasting effects.  A completely different approach to what I am used to in chiropractic care.  Thanks everyone!"

Kimberly V.
Los Angeles, CA

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Case: Alete came for to help prepare for her upcoming labor and due date. What was your treatment outcome? 
"My doula suggested Berlin Wellness to help prepare me for labor. I was very close to my due date and I wanted help with last minute jitters. Everyone was so awesome and friendly focusing on client care. My baby girl was born exactly 41 weeks without having to be induced.  She was healthy at 7 lbs 12 oz."

Any additional comments or thoughts?
"Every pregnant lady should try it!  Dr. Berlin really showed care and concern for me and my baby. He helped me decide to wait as long as possible to get my epidural so I wouldn't be stuck in the hospital too long. It worked out so well!"

Alete T.
Beverly Hills, CA

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Case: Yael had some pregnancy related discomfort. What was your treatment outcome? 

"During the last trimester of my pregnancy back pain seemed to be the biggest challenge for me.  The care I received at Berlin Wellness was great and after my treatments I was able to sit in one position for more than two minutes.  I felt so much more comfortable thanks to the staff and practitioners!"

Yael C.
Northridge, CA

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Case: Franny needed help during her labor prep and wanted a supportive team. What was your treatment outcome? 

"I was told Berlin Wellness was great for prenatal support so I decided to work with them to help open the musculature of my pelvis to prepare for my baby's birth.  Dr. Berlin was so helpful and friendly, as a result my mobility improved dramatically"

Franny L.
Venice, CA

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Case: Jen came for pregnancy related pain. What was your treatment outcome? 

"I visited Berlin Wellness for pregnancy discomfort and uneven hips.  During my visit I felt I had the best care from the Berlin team and as a result I got better sleep and relief during the remainder of my pregnancy."

Jen D.
Los Angeles, CA

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Case: Jamie Beth came for labor prep. What was your treatment outcome? 

"I did not have to be induced so I was definitely happy about that!"

Any additional comments or thoughts?
"I loved coming to your office!  My treatments were great.  Before coming to you guys I was very anxious about the birth; I was much more relaxed after my treatments!"

Jamie Beth S.
Sherman Oaks, CA

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Case: Lilia came for pain relief. 

"I experienced an extremely painful sciatica that started during the 8th month of my pregnancy."

What was your impression of the level of care you received?
"The impression I had was that I finally found a place where treatment is customized for pregnant women. The doctors are well trained and confident in treating your aches and pains resulting from pregnancy. Going to a spa for "prenatal massage" cannot come close to the superb level of skill I experienced at Berlin Wellness. And they spend so much time with you.  Also, working with Jason (the acupuncturist and herbalist) as I approached my due date was such a huge plus. My  baby arrived on-time and my delivery was smooth."

Any additional comments or thoughts?
"I could  barely walk when I arrived at Dr. Berlin's office. I left feeling relief from the pain and within two more visits I felt completely healed!"

Lilia P.
Los Angeles, CA

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Case: Jennifer came for pain relief.

"I was experiencing pain and discomfort in my lower back due to pregnancy related issues.  Also, a few weeks after my initial visit, I started to receive acupuncture for carpal tunnel."

Who did you receive treatment from at Berlin Wellness?

Dr. Elliot Berlin for Chiropractic
Jason Starr for Acupuncture
Shayna Reid for Massage Therapy

What was your impression of the level of care you received?

"From my first visit I was very impressed with Dr. Berlin and his entire staff."

Any additional comments or thoughts?
"Overall, I had a wonderful experience at Berlin Wellness Group.  The entire staff is caring, attentive and friendly.  I would definitely recommend my friends and family as I know t hey will receive the same care and attention as I did.  Thank you Dr.  Berlin for enhancing my journey through pregnancy!"

Jennifer P.
Pasadena, CA

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Case: Elizabeth came as a referral for labor preparation.

"Dr.  Berlin came recommended by several people we were in contact with: our doula, childbirth educator and my prenatal yoga teacher.  I came one month before my baby was due to receive labor preparation treatments."

What was your impression of the level of care you received?
"Dr. Berlin's adjustments and massages were key to preparing me for the birth experience I hoped for - all natural, with little to no medication.  On my first visit he encouraged me to change OBs, something I'd been wanting to do but had not because I thought it was too late in my pregnancy (14 weeks left). He helped me find a new doctor and this doctor (Dr. Kline) was an essential element in ensuring the safe and gentile birth of my daughter.  I gained a lot of confidence through my visits with Dr. Berlin.  His treatment was completely complimentary to the excellent advice I received from an amazing set of birth instructors/helpers."

What was your treatment outcome?
"Mentally I felt more prepared, more confident.  Physically, my body was prepared so that I was able to endure a long labor with out an epidural."

Any additional comments or thoughts?
"Dr. Berlin's mission to reduce the high percentage of cesarean births in the U.S.A. is highly commendable.  I salute his whole enterprise - particularly his wish to inform women of their myriad choices when it comes to giving birth.  His mission is stark contrast to much of traditional U.S.A. medicine."

Elizabeth A.
Los Angeles, CA

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Case: Anna-Marie visited for labor preparation and in hopes to relieve some pregnancy related pain.

"I came while I was in my last trimester of pregnancy for pain in my pubic bone and back."

What was your treatment outcome?

"I had definite pain relief after my various treatments.  And I feel like the acupuncture helped to gently start the birthing process."

Any Additional Thoughts or Comments?

"I had started  having contractions for about 24 hours, but they weren't progressing from being 10 min apart.  I kept my acupuncture and chiropractor appointments and by the time I left, the contractions were 4 min apart.  I went to the hospital two  hours later!  I felt that the treatments really helped move the birthing process along and kept me feeling relaxed."

 Anna-Marie, C.
Los Angeles, CA 

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Case: Paula came due to pregnancy related pain and labor preparation.

"Because I was going through a lot of stress and some depression as well as some pain in my ribs during my pregnancy, my midwife recommended I visit Dr. Berlin for some relief."

Who did you receive treatment from at Berlin Wellness Group?
Dr. Elliot Berlin for Chiropractic and Massage

Jason Starr for Acupuncture

What was your impression of the level of care you received?
"Everyone in the office is extremely professional.  They all seem to love what they do and are excellent at it.  I always felt very much taken care of and listened to.  I loved coming to my weekly appointments."

What was your treatment outcome?
"My pain and depression diminished!"

Any Additional Thoughts or Comments?
"Throughout my pregnancy I encountered a handful of angels (that's how I think of them) who helped me and guided me through such an emotional time.  These angels constantly showed that they genuinely cared and I will always be thankful to them.  I think of Dr. Berlin as one of those angels that crossed my path."

Paula G.
Los Angeles, CA

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Case: Mariana came to Berlin Wellness for labor preparation.

"I was looking for support during my last weeks of pregnancy.  I went to Berlin Wellness because my dear friend really recommended it."

What was your impression of the level of care you received?

"Excellent!  It was more important to me than what I had expected.  It really made all the difference!"

What was your treatment outcome?
"I felt an emotional balance and very healthy as a result and had a successful natural birth too!"

Mariana S.
Sherman Oaks, CA

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Case: Tracie came due to pregnancy related pain. 

"I was referred to Berlin Wellness Group on the advice of my midwife."

What was your impression of the level of care you received?

"Amazing!  Very professional and kind."

What was your treatment outcome?

"Very successful!"

Tracie D. 

Beverly Hills, CA

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Case: Rebecca came for prenatal care and labor preparation.

Who did you receive treatment from at Berlin Wellness Group?
Dr. Elliot Berlin for Chiropractic and Massage 

Jason Starr for Acupuncture

What was your impression of the level of care you received?
"Awesome!  Stellar!"

What was your treatment outcome?

"...All good - I made it through an all natural labor and birth!!  Two and a half days of labor with 2 1/2 hours of pushing."

Any Additional Thoughts or Comments?

"I will come back when a 2nd baby is on the way and refer the group to any and all pregnancy women!  Thank you!"

Rebecca H.
Santa Monica, CA

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Case: Sidney came in for pregnancy related pelvic pain and care for labor preparation.
"I was experiencing extreme pelvic pain during the last months of my pregnancy.  I could barely walk or lie down in bed."

Who did you receive treatment from at Berlin Wellness Group?

Dr. Elliot Berlin for Chiropractic and Massage
Jason Starr for Acupuncture

What was your impression of the level of care you received?  

"It far exceeded my expectations.  Dr. Berlin introduced the idea that I could have a natural childbirth (to avoid worsening the pelvic displacement) and I had a WONDERFUL birth experience.  Jason also helped me tremendously in terms of helping the baby come a little early (as opposed to 2 weeks late)."

What was your treatment outcome?

"My pelvic pain pretty much vanished after 3 sessions.  The baby was born at 38.5 weeks and was not posterior as my first baby had been."

Any Additional Thoughts or Comments?

"I cannot say enough positive things about both Jason and Elliot.  I looked forward to my visit every week - they were both incredible supports to my pregnancy.  And I give them a lot of credit for helping to facilitate my beautiful, natural birth."

Sidney P. 

Los Angeles, CA

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Case: Yvonne came in due to discomfort during pregnancy along with an injury sustained from a car accident 2 years prior.
"Dr. Berlin helped to ensure a quick and beautiful home-birth with his chiropractic care."

Who did you receive treatment from at Berlin Wellness Group?

Dr. Elliot Berlin for Chiropractic and Massage 
Jason Starr for Acupuncture

What was your impression of the level of care you received? 

"...Wonderfully effective treatment from very compassionate doctors.  I felt everyone in the office was just as invested in my well being as I was."

What was your treatment outcome? 

"...very helpful during my pregnancy - alleviated a lot of discomfort during my 39 weeks."

Yvonne T. 
Van Nuys, CA 

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Case: Joanne came during December 2008 when she learned through her OB/GYN of a rare condition called Pubic Symphysis Dysfunction (intense pubic pain due to hormones, misalignment of the pelvis or a combination of the two). 
"When I first visited in December 2008, Dr. Berlin said my condition was rare and only about 60% of those who were treated for it, received relief through prenatal chiropractic care.  I appreciated his honesty up front and his determination to make sure I was one of the 60%!  Even though the chiro-massage was very painful for one with this condition, he kept at it and entertained with a great sense of humor."

What was your impression of the level of care you received and treatment outcome?

"I think Dr. Berlin is a magician, a miracle-worker and a great prognosticator.  I saw him on a Thursday, at the end of the appointment he said to me "get out of here, you'll deliver your baby this weekend and can start working on the next one".  As I was only 38 weeks, I made another appointment for the following week with the receptionist, Kelli.  Low and behold, my water broke on Saturday and I had to cancel my subsequent appointment as I delivered that weekend!"

Any Additional Thoughts or Comments? 

"A few weeks after the delivery, I called for another appointment because I was having mid-back pain (likely due to picking up the baby and bad posture during feedings).  Dr. Berlin was easily able to adjust my back and end my pain.  I've told him again and again, he is a miracle-worker!  I've received chiropractic adjustments from other providers, but none have the sense of kind, caring, compassion that Dr. Berlin has and with a great sense of humor thrown in.  He is willing to take the time to answer as many questions as you have and make sure you are comfortable with the procedures.  in short, he's great and I really appreciate his care."

Joanne N. 

Monrovia, CA

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Case: Bree came during the second trimester of her first pregnancy due to pain in her hips, legs, back and neck. 
"I was in my second trimester of my 1st pregnancy and experiencing sciatic pain in my hips/legs as well as increasing back/neck discomfort as my pregnancy progressed."

What was your impression of the level of care you received?

"I was continuously impressed with the care and treatment I received.  I was able to put the discomforts aside and enjoy my pregnancy."

What was your treatment outcome? 

"A happy, healthy pregnancy with limited discomfort in my back and neck.

Any Additional Thoughts or Comments?

"I have recommended The Berlin Wellness Group to all my pregnant friends.  Every week I looked forward to my appointment."

Bree H. 

Los Angeles, CA

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Case: Sonya came in for pregnancy related back pain and continued care for labor preparation.

"I initially came to Berlin Wellness Group for back soreness due to pregnancy.  I also wanted my hips to be ready for childbirth, since I was planning a natural birth."

Who did you receive treatment from at Berlin Wellness Group?
Dr. Berlin for Chiropractic and Massage
Jason Starr for Acupuncture

What was your impression of the level of care you received?
Excellent care.  High level of attention to my areas of concern.  I wanted a natural birth and they really worked on opening my hips and preparing my body for childbirth.

What was your treatment outcome?
They relieved my pain and I felt great.  I actually went into labor hours after my last prenatal treatment there and only pushed for 15 minutes before the baby came out.

Sonya N.
Venice, CA  

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Case: Anna came in the last week of her pregnancy for labor preparation.

"I came because I was in the final weeks of my pregnancy and my doula recommended care for labor preparation."

Who did you receive treatment from at Berlin Wellness Group?
Dr. Berlin for Chiropractic and Massage
Jason Starr for Acupuncture

What was your impression of the level of care you received?
The level of care was amazing.  I had never been to a chiropractor or an acupuncturist before and I felt safe and at ease.

What was your treatment outcome?
Not only did I feel great right after my appointments, but I also had an amazing delivery.  I went into labor the night after my last appointment.  Labor was only five hours, nine pushes and no drugs!

Any Additional Thoughts or Comments?
I only went a few weeks before my due date.  For my next pregnancy I plan on starting earlier.  I really feel that the treatments assisted me in labor.

Anna F.
Los Angeles, CA  

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Case: Christina came in during her second pregnancy hoping that with some labor preparation should could avoid going post due, being induced and subject to multiple interventions as she had in her first pregnancy.

"I began seeing Dr. Berlin and Jason on a weekly basis in the final month of pregnancy with my second child because I was hoping to avoid induction and to have a natural childbirth.  I was trying to be really proactive this time!"

Who did you receive treatment from at Berlin Wellness Group?
Dr. Berlin for Chiropractic and Massage
Jason Starr for Acupuncture

What was your impression of the level of care you received?
The care I received at the Berlin Wellness Group was outstanding.  Everyone at the office is so kind and nurturing and I really felt supported.

What was your treatment outcome?
My treatment outcome was a resounding success!  I avoided having to be induced AND had a smooth, calm, and beautiful natural childbirth.  I feel so lucky to have been able to experience this and I attribute the ease of the labor & delivery to my prenatal sessions with Dr. Berlin and Jason.

Any Additional Thoughts or Comments?
I highly recommend the Berlin Wellness Group to all pregnant women; especially those who are hoping to deliver naturally.  Dr. Berlin and Jason's excellent prenatal care played a key role in helping me to have the beautiful birth experience that I had.

Christina B.
Los Angeles, CA   

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Case: Nicole came in during her 8th month for low back pain.

"I initially came to Berlin Wellness Group for lower back pain associated with late pregnancy."

What was your impression of the level of care you received?
Absolutely excellent.  They treated my pain and helped loosen my joints and tendons in preparation for my deliver.  She gives by far the best massage I've ever received and she combines prenatal massage with prenatal chiropractic adjustments which gave me an overall feeling of well-being and comfort.

What was your treatment outcome?
Excellent.  The pains that I was feeling were substantially eased or eliminated and my delivery was very smooth.

Any Additional Thoughts or Comments?
I would recommend the Berlin Wellness Group to any woman who is pregnant.  It is a wonderful haven for moms-to-be who need some extra care to make it through the uncomfortable stress placed on your body during pregnancy.

Nicole G.
Los Angeles, CA  

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Case: Leah was experiencing low back pain in the weeks leading up to labor and delivery.

What treatments did you receive at Berlin Wellness Group?
Chiropractic, Massage and Acupuncture

What was your impression of the level of care you received?
Excellent

What was your treatment outcome?
Pain relief for the remainder of my pregnancy and natural delivery without pain meds.

Any Additional Thoughts or Comments?
Due to the care I received from the chiropractor and acupuncturist the last few weeks before my due date I was able to deliver the baby at 40 weeks gestation completely naturally.

Leah K.
Los Angeles, CA

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Case: Jennifer was determined to have a natural child birth and was concerned because her baby was positioned 'sunny side up' a couple of week prior to her due date.  Here is what Jennifer had to say about her experience:

Who did you receive treatment from at Berlin Wellness Group?
Dr. Berlin for Chiropractic and Massage
Jason Starr for Acupuncture

What was your impression of the level of care you received?
Superb!  If only every practice took such good care of their patients the world would be a different place.

What was your treatment outcome?
I had a four hour natural childbirth experience.  I credit the ease of the labor and delivery to my prenatal care with Dr. Berlin and Jason.

Any Additional Thoughts or Comments?
I recommend all women, pregnant or not, to receive treatment from Dr. Berlin.  He is nurturing, educated, practical, and I have to say, one of the best doctors I ever worked with!

Jennifer L.
Culver City, CA