Our physical therapy services on Oahu

Our biomechanical evaluation is a comprehensive anatomical assessment used to analyze how your body moves and functions. It involves using a detailed examination of gait, posture, range of motion, and strength to identify underlying problems that contribute to your pain or dysfunction. Biomechanical evaluations are an essential tool for our skilled physical therapists to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal conditions such as back pain, foot/ankle pain, knee pain, shoulder pain, and sports injuries. We use this evaluation to develop an individualized treatment plan that targets your specific needs.  This evaluation may include:

• Postural analysis
• Gait analysis
• Movement assessment
• Range of motion assessment
• Strength testing
• Special diagnostic testing

Manual therapy is a hands-on approach used by physical therapists to treat pain, improve mobility, and restore function. It involves manipulating soft tissues and joints of the body to reduce tension, increase range of motion, and promote healing. Some common techniques include:

• Joint mobilization: Gentle, controlled movements to improve joint range of motion
• Soft tissue mobilization: Techniques to stretch and release tight muscles and tissue

Each patient is provided with an individualized home exercise program consisting of pictures and instructions of their prescribed exercises. Your home exercise program will be adjusted frequently as you progress through different phases of your rehab to align with your current condition and goals. The home exercise packet serves as guidance when in therapy, but also as a maintenance program when formal Physical Therapy is completed.

Recovering from surgery is often a stressful and challenging time, filled with questions and uncertainty. Our knowledgeable Physical Therapists can answer your questions and guide you through each stage of your recovery. We will also work closely with your surgeon to help you recuperate safely and as quickly as possible. Some common issues we can help with include:

• Swelling and pain management strategies
• Instruction in use of and personalized fitting of assistive devices (ie. Crutches, walkers)
• Guidance for return to full weight bearing
• Providing clear “do’s” and “don’ts” following surgery

Our Physical Therapists are passionate about helping injured athletes safely return to their sport. Your Physical Therapist will guide you through each phase of your return to sport rehabilitation and when available, collaborate with coaches and trainers to facilitate your return. Return to sport physical therapy can include:

• Diagnosing the specific injury and involved tissues
• Restoring lost strength, flexibility and mobility
• Facilitating tissue healing through manual therapy and sport specific exercises
• Utilizing state-of-the art technology such as VALD dynamometer strength testing, Delfi Blood Flow Restriction and Blaze Pod Reaction Lights
• Designing personalized rehabilitation AND maintenance programs for each athlete not only for recovery but to lessen risk of re-injury
• Recommendations regarding assistive devices (ie. Braces, shoes, orthotics) for each athlete's specific condition
• Guidance as the athlete returns to full sport participation

Work injuries and Auto accidents often disrupt the normal flow of daily life. Our Team can make navigating recovery from these unplanned inconveniences less daunting. Our experienced Front Office will work with the insurance companies to coordinate coverage of your treatments while our Physical Therapists focus on restoring your ability to resume work or recreational activities.