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Event Bodywork

Experience high-level recovery with a Precision Body Work session from the specialists at PHYT for Function. Available at select events, these 15–20 minute sessions combine targeted techniques like cupping therapy, IASTM, and percussion massage to help reduce inflammation, release tension, and restore movement where you need it most. Whether you’re warming up, cooling down, or addressing ... Read More

Experience high-level recovery with a Precision Body Work session from the specialists at PHYT for Function.

Available at select events, these 15–20 minute sessions combine targeted techniques like cupping therapy, IASTM, and percussion massage to help reduce inflammation, release tension, and restore movement where you need it most.

Whether you’re warming up, cooling down, or addressing something nagging mid-competition, our clinical approach bridges manual therapy and performance recovery to keep you in the game.

Book your session now—your body will thank you.

Nate Shoemaker

Nate combines hands-on recovery techniques with a deep understanding of movement and performance. He holds a degree in Health and Natural Science from Ohio University and trained in NeuroRelease Technique (NRT), ACE Personal Training, and US Rowing.

Trained in the NRT model, Nate uses a neurologic-based approach to reduce muscle tension, improve mobility, and support recovery. His sessions may include cupping, percussion massage, manual release, and functional movement strategies tailored to your needs.

With a background in coaching athletes of all levels and currently serving as Head Coach of the Case Western Reserve University Rowing Team, Nate brings experience, precision, and results to every session—whether you’re training hard or just looking to move pain-free again.

Nate combines hands-on recovery techniques with a deep understanding of movement and performance.... Read More

Cara Bacher OTR/L

Cara J Bacher, OTR/L, CIDN is an occupational therapist and owner of PHYT For Function and PHYT CLE as well as a national instructor for Integrative Dry Needling.

She completed her Bachelors in Human Performance and Masters of Occupational Therapy at West Virginia University. Earlier in her career, she specialized in geriatrics with a background working in skilled nursing, home health, and assisted/independent living. After years of working in geriatrics, she knew there had to be a better answer to aging within the current healthcare system.

Cara transitioned into outpatient care with Dr. Sanders in 2019. She has special interests in sports performance and sport specific rehab working closely with local CrossFit gyms, Olympic Weightlifting clubs, and endurance teams/clubs ranging from local weekend warriors to national medal holders as well as professional NBA/NFL players. She further collaborates with many local CrossFit gyms, yoga studios, and community fitness clubs such as cycling and running clubs to bring education and awareness in movement and recovery.

Outside of the clinic, Cara enjoys hiking, horseback riding, and racing gravel and fat tire bikes. She currently resides west of Cleveland with her partner and four dogs.

You can find Cara at the PHYT Cleveland and Fairview Park offices.

Cara J Bacher, OTR/L, CIDN is an occupational therapist and owner of PHYT For Function and PHYT C... Read More

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