As an avid kitesurfer, standup paddler and cyclist, a groin injury was impacting my enjoyment and performance. ONE, literally one session with Dr. Tammara Moore had me back in the water and smiling. Within hours my discomfort was reduced by 75-85% and flexibility improved dramatically. A follow-up appointment provided additional support and strengthening exercises. Highly recommended. read more

SOL Physical Therapy - Physical Therapy Near Me - Oakland, California

I am writing specifically about the front desk. They are friendly and helpful, but... I specifically asked for a practitioner who is certified in ART and Graston. It's the only reason to drive 15 miles for PT. The woman on the phone said they all are, then set up an appointment with a traditional therapist who does NOT practice either technique. And SOL has made it right. read more

I have been transformed by Sol Physical Therapy! I had a skiing accident and partially tore my ACL. I have been working with Dan who has not only helped me recover from my ski injury but has also helped me become the strongest I have ever felt in my life! I opted to go to physical therapy instead of choosing surgery to see if I could strengthen my muscles enough to recover, to continue to enjoy life and to possibly ski again. Dan is incredibly knowledgeable and supportive and he was able to guide me to not only get better but to become stronger than I ever could have imagined. I have so much trust and faith in Dan. I could not have done so well without him. And thanks to him, I actually did ski again after my ACL injury and without surgery! I can't thank Dan and the team at Sol physical therapy enough. They are incredible and I highly recommend them for any physical therapy needs you may have. read more

Max N. he is amazing Physical Therapist. He is extremely knowledgeable and has provided excellent hands-on therapy. Max has helped my shoulder getting more range of motion after my shoulder surgery. He is professional and his strength in his hands is breaking up the scar tissue. His personal and business attitude are a pleasure to be under his care. I feel very comfortable that Max is taking care of me. I see an improvement every time I have a physical therapy session. My doctor highly recommended SOL Physical Therapy. I recommend SOL for Physical Therapy needs. Joe M. read more

SOL physical therapy is a training facility for up and coming physical therapy professionals as well as for some seasoned individuals, but that is not to say the quality and knowledge of the PTs and PT aides aren't at the level of other PTs in the area. It is equivalent to Highland Hospital for other medical professionals, Big 4 accounting firms for accountants, MBB for consulting, and Big banks for ibankers. In fact, I've had a phenomenal experience with my PT (Yung-en), whom I deeply respect and has improved my chronic shoulder and neck pain by 90%. He is passionate about what he does and has an obsession with the pursuit of excellence and patient care, which is precisely why we were able to correctly identify the issues I was having and execute on a plan of action that saved my life. I am for the most part pain free thanks to him and his encouragement, and I will always recommend him 10/10 times. I've also had experiences with a few PT aides and Nathan was by far the most kind and helpful of them all. He has gone above and beyond to make sure I was taken of and I hope he goes far in his career to becoming a world class PT in the future. You might be wondering why despite my incredibly positive experience that I'm leaving a one star review. My one star review is for the blood thirsty unethical corporation (Alliance Health) that owns SOL and runs the back-end of the business; they will chase you to the ends of the earth for pennies that you may or may not owe when they have billed and collected thousands from you. Prior to booking the last PT sessions, I had confirmed with the front office that they were covered by insurance. A month later, I received a surprise bill for $275 indicating that those sessions were not. We went back and forth for 6 months, looping in various parties including the PT himself. The communication I received led me to believe it would be waived because they had repeatedly assured me and confirmed that the sessions were covered, so I assumed everything was taken care of... until I started receiving collection calls and saw my credit score drop. I contacted billing to reverse the charge, and to my surprise, it is "now out of their hands" and I'd have to settle with the collections agency. The timing couldn't be better as I'm in the middle of securing funding from a bank for my new business as well as trying to sign a new lease for housing. Because Alliance Health was unwilling to write off an immaterial $275 when they are highly profitable, it caused a ripple effect on other areas of my life. So here's a middle finger to Paul B Kemp (CFO), Francis J Grady (CEO), and Michael A. Dodos (Controller), individuals of the executive team that prioritizes $$$ over people. For those of you seeking employment at this location, because it is considered a training facility, the corporation underpays all the workers so prepare be on a ramen diet and sleeping in a closet for a few years before you transition out to a clinic that doesn't take advantage of their employees and customers. read more

Physical therapy can all too often be a big waste of time and money when therapists follow a narrow path of cookie cutter exercises. What a different experience when I met with Dan Hirai! He listened carefully to my problems training for triathlons (at the time I was barely able to walk due to various issues). I am extremely impressed that he was able to distinguish between the key underlying root causes and smaller side effects. Plus he was able to provide highly effective exercises to work my way out of that hole. Over time he patiently tweaked the routine (always with a huge dose of practicality) and things got consistently better. This consistent steady progress has been wonderful. At this point I think I have a fair shot at a Half Ironman next year again. Exercise is so important to me and Dan's skills have made a big difference in my life. Thank you Dan! read more

This is a Telehealth review. Any skepticism I may have had to utilize Telehealth for PT, is totally gone! I started rehab for my knee at SOL with Dan Hirai early last year before COVID hit and shut everything down. Dan is a physical therapist rockstar, great practitioner and provides practical, functional and holistic exercises so I was concerned about losing the progress I had made. When SOL began offering Telehealth appointments, I was skeptical about the effectiveness and how useful a video appointment would be. Since I had only done hands-on, in person PT work, was naturally reluctant to take advantage of this option. Casting doubt aside after a bad quad strain and losing some of the gains I had made on my knee rehab, took the Telehealth plunge and haven't looked back. Sessions start with a quick check in, Dan demonstrates movements on video and then I practice them. He provides cues and adjustments along the way just as if I was in the clinic. Sessions end with a plan and strategy for exercise and movement until the next appointment. Even after the clinic opened, I continue to do Telehealth PT in the comfort of my own home. There has been no need to purchase any special props for exercises as we utilize household items and work with what I have - resistance bands, couch, dining chair, etc. I appreciate the flexibility in booking appointments as it's easy to block 30 minutes out of my working day rather than needing 60-90 minutes to travel to/from the clinic for an appointment. For any other skeptics out there, I'd urge you to take the plunge and try Telehealth!! The quality and experience of the SOL therapists translates well to the new world of video. I hope that as the pandemic wanes, SOL continues to offer virtual appointments as an option. read more

After my surgery a year ago, I needed to regain flexibility, strength and confidence to overcome the loss of my hamstring muscle and recover from damage due to six weeks of radiation therapy. My therapist, Joshua Wasserman, has guided me step-by-step through months of careful exercises and patient explanations, so that I am now able to overcome pain and weakness, regain balance, and enjoy walking again. I'm still on the road to a full recovery, but I am able to enjoy life again. Thanks to SOL and their excellent staff, I have hope and support. read more

This is a review for SOL and, specifically, the awesome physical therapist, Nolan, who fixed my knee for me! I went in after dealing with pain in my left knee for 1.5 year--no idea why it hurt but walking was getting bad. I loved that Nolan kept looking at the problem with new eyes, since the exercises were helping but not totally eliminating my pain. He told me that when he walks his dogs he thinks about how his patients move and he tries to get inside what they're doing. It worked! One day he asked about a very specific movement I was making when walking--and that changed everything! He basically taught me how to walk correctly again. Along the way, he also improved a lot of postural issues I was having that contributed to my knee pain. Everyone at SOL was friendly and helpful, and I looked forward to my sessions. Nolan is fantastic to work with. Special shout out to the PT assistants who worked on the exercises with me: Shah (he was the toughest and he was awesome!), Charlotte and Charlene. Thanks everyone! I still remember all the things you taught me :) read more

I've been going to SOL for years. I've seen a few of the physical therpists there over the years and they are all fantastic. Highly reccommend. read more

I've worked with Dan and Justin here over time. Both of them provided great service and while fixing my issues they explained what the issues appeared to be. The clearly explained how the work they and I would be doing was designed to address the problems I was having. The office check-in is fast and all the staff as really nice. I'm jealous of the cool work these folks do and will use them when my athletics find me in need. read more

I first came to SOL in 2016 to treat a knee injury. I've returned each time I hurt myself trying to be Super Dad. Dan was great then and great now. He takes his time to explain what exactly is wrong and doesn't sugar coat recovery. The Physical Therapists, especially Nolan, and staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and really care about your long term recovery. read more

I was referred here for chronic low back and right leg pain. The facility is clean and pleasant, with off-street parking. All my appointments have been with Yung-En Perng, who is knowledgeable and friendly. I began a series of exercises under his supervision, which have been helpful. Most importantly, Yung-En's careful observation and analysis led my doctor to order new tests that have resulted in a corrected diagnosis! I am on hiatus from PT now pending surgery, but will be coming back here for rehabilitation. Highly recommended. read more

Pros, everyone at SOL. Clean, helpful and educational. Therapeutic, and did i mention that they are professionals. Hard working great people, honest and warm-hearted. And on top of all that, they have a great facility with multiple locations in the area. My knee has come a long way in just a short amount of time. I had a reconstructed ACL and repaired Meniscus. Started with them prior to surgery and will continue with them till the end. Every session begins with some soft tissue work, which Emily (my current PT trainer), does an amazing job with. Then they continue with some controlled stretches and exercises, ending with some electro-stimulation and icing. :) With a nice and relaxing atmosphere why would you go anywhere else. Very pleased with the results thus far. Every time i leave SOL my knee feels stronger and healthier. 5 stars for the Leaders. read more

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WARNING: SOL billed us twice for a set of 5 sessions. It's now just short of two months and despite several phone calls, they have not yet adjusted the account. They admitted to there having been several foul-ups in their system and staff that have resulted in the mess. Given that it was not just one SOL staff member involved, we suggest that all clients review their bills carefully. Funny that all these mistakes led to errors in their favor. Randomness would have some errors in my favor and an equal number in their favor. This is obviously not a comment on the quality of their therapists --they were generally very good. read more

UPDATE: Tammara (the owner) reached out to explain that they had recently migrated their billing system and while it was a good decision overall there were bumps in the road. What I liked about our conversation was that she wasn't explaining away that there was a problem. Instead, she owned it and said she would make sure there was better follow through. I appreciate this very much. 5 stars for the physical therapy with a 1 star deduction for the billing issue. read more

Kristen D is a Goddess! I am in awe of the maturity and expertise she has. She is truly knowledgeable and in tune with how to treat my injury and my concerns. I tried PT for Achilles tendonapathy before grudgingly going in a boot per doctor's orders, and then back to PT post boot. So . . . I've been here A LOT ! Not only did she treat me for the Achilles issue, she tried to determine the cause (flat feet , gait , etc. and tried to fix that). Kristen is just a joy to be around and she is lovely. She is very hands on with techniques and provides very specific instructions to the trainers. Kristen is in the process of training a new therapist Hailey who is equally knowledgeable , uber competent, hands on, patient and attentive . . . Just as lovely. Kristen and Hailey have both been working with my 16 year old daughter for a torn patellar femoral ligament and recurring dislocating knee cap. They are both VERY good with her as well. Their different modalities and strengthening regimen for this injury are spot on as well. And ok then Kristen also has treated my husband for a torn meniscus and has provided correcting / strengthening techniques for my younger daughter as she was repeatedly injuring her calf during cross country season. And ok . . . My mom has been here too ! She was treated by the lovely Justin after her hip replacement. She also has a prosthetic leg from an accident and Justin really pushed her to get her strength back. She is back to her usual routine and stronger than ever. And she was always so happy after her sessions with Justin as he was very caring. I also absolutely love working with the trainers who pay very close attention when I'm trying to cheat . . . Ally, Martin and Charlotte have all been great. No we do not have an ownership interest in SOL . . . But maybe we should. I look forward to severing my family's relationship with SOL PT, but these therapists and trainers are going to be truly missed. read more

Warning: Make sure you are treated by the PT you scheduled. I scheduled with Kristin who specializes in lower extremity, but my evaluation was completed by someone in training who said my injury was the second of the type she had ever treated. I never met Kristin. I understand training is a necessary part of becoming a PT, but I was never told I would possibly be seen by a trainee. If I had known I would not have scheduled. Also my feedback email regarding this issue was never returned. read more

Over the years of seeing physical therapists in Oakland, it's always been disappointing to me. I have such high hopes.. alas. Until now! Justin is a total gem and I hope he is here as long as possible. I can't say enough good things about everyone there! From the receptionists to the people who show you how to do the prescribed exercises. This place really has their act together. read more

I have used SOLPT for over 10 years with 100% results. Lower back, pre- and post-op ACL surgery, and most recently thoracic back problems. I had tried several other PT locations prior to finding SOL and none helped. I always felt like I was wasting time and money. Now with SOL, even though I have chronic and recurrent issues that resurface from my own stupidity and decrepitude, these folks make me feel new again. I swear it is magic or voodoo that they do. I originally saw Tammara, the owner, way back when she was a one-person shop and she is incredible! As they have grown, i was really worried that quality would suffer as she cannot see everyone. nevertheless, she has an incredible ability to hire extraordinary folks who know and do great work. Natasha is my latest hero. A god-send, a magician, is all I can say. It maybe kind of sick, but I kind of look forward to treatment, because I know I will have my pain go away. I wish Yelp would allow me to use 10 stars. Just me, but I really don't care about the parking or appointment issues others have mentioned. I always find a spot around the corner and making appointments in advance is important for any recurrent treatment plan. the fact that they are busy is clear evidence that they are worth every penny. read more

I started coming to SOL weekly this year after a serious neck injury. The front desk staff have been very organized and professional, getting me scheduled/processed quickly as well as being very helpful when I've needed to reschedule appointments. Max is an incredibly knowledgeable and personable clinician. He has done an excellent job of directly treating the injury while also remediating its root cause. His manual work is skillful, and he does a great job teaching stretches and exercises as part of the training plan. read more

I awoke one morning in July and the intermittent back pain that has mildly annoyed me for years was just a little sharper and a little harder to ignore, especially when it outlasted the day, then the week, and appeared unlikely to retreat without some intervention on a local, if not military, scale. My physician diagnosed a lumbar strain and prescribed a six week course of physical therapy that would encompass several manual therapy forms, including active-release techniques, in addition to electro-stimulation and core-stabilizing and strengthening exercises. I chose Sports & Orthopedic Leaders (SOL) based on its convenient location and proximity to a few good cafes, thinking there would be times I might wish to extend my therapy sessions with a moment of postural contemplation over a neutral-spine seated breakfast. And I did do this, once, although any mental satisfaction and physical gain derived from this activity was completely undone two hours later when a colleague ambled by my desk and asked, "Why are you typing in the fetal position?" Indeed, "Are you talking about my core?!" was my standard joke whenever I caught my trainer speaking in hushed tones to my PT while pointing to my chart and nodding with grave flirtation in my direction. Laurie the PT and my trainer, Jaime, were a good combo-therapy pair for me. Capable and with appropriate, not frightening, levels of positive energy. Laurie carefully evaluated my strength; moved me quickly through exercises that weren't sufficiently challenging; deftly maneuvered my six foot frame around on the table; noted my improvement as well as my lapses into inattention and was good-humored. But, she did wait until my second to last session to consider the (negative, straining) effects of my sleep position on my spine, and advise me on how to correct it. I would have liked further coverage of the fundamentals - especially those I could have begun to address immediately, without assistance, in my own home -- earlier on in the program. Jaime clearly illustrated the exercises, was attentive, answered most of my questions with confidence, and relentlessly corrected my form when my body wavered. Sessions with the trainers here are often double booked, which is not ideal scheduling, but Jaime handled the different requirements of the hour with grace. The facility is clean and well-appointed if not a little cramped, particularly the upstairs training room. I competed for space with another patient or two on a few occasions while performing an exercise. Once, while prone on the electro-stimulation table, an injured tennis player positioned a few feet away from me had been instructed to blindly toss a ball over his shoulder, repeatedly. Although nobody was struck in the face, it was unnerving. My eyes, which might have been closed and at rest while *enjoying* my electrical massage were permanently fixed on the ball's trajectory. The building is tricky to find on the first run. Don't be a total map-ass like me. Allow yourself some extra time to find it, just like the scheduling coordinator recommends. The sidewalk sign will help to guide you to the secret courtyard location off College Avenue. Private parking for mobile patients doesn't exist. Allow yourself another fifteen minutes to secure parking in this neighborhood. Oh, I'm still living with what feels like chronic lower back strain and discomfort. I'm not holding this against SOL at this stage but I AM revisiting my physician and discussing x-ray and imaging options before beginning another recommended six week course, failing to improve, and deciding I'm just plain SOL. read more

I have been going to SOL for over a year now for treatment of herniated discs in my lower back, and have had a tremendous experience. The Therapists, Trainers, and Staff are athletes themselves, and create sport specific treatment plans. I have been treated primarily by Ellora, and more recently Raminder. They are fantastic Therapists, hands down. The equipment is fantastic and modern, and they know how to utilize it. They can seamlessly integrate more "alternative" treatments for recurring injuries/pain (I reached the point of "willing to try anything"). The Trainers are just as good as all of the above and do a fantastic job. Hesitations for 5 stars: Facilities can get get crowded and overbooked (not to mention toasty in the Summer). The Trainers are sometimes juggling 3 patients simultaneously, restricting focus on any one patient and making it difficult to get through assigned exercises. All in all, go there. read more

Having torn my ACL and trying to find the right PT, a friend recommended SOL PT to me. Took some time for an appointment to free up but honestly, these therapists are that good. Works with Sarah S. and she really got the ball rolling. Things were kicked up a notch when I started working with Kiersten D. Holy, she was incredible. As I am trying to return to return to sport, Kiersten was a coach. Never let me slack and was always challenging. Loved it. Unfortunately, Kiersten moved and I was panicking. Recovering from surgery and injury is delicate and it certainly takes the right therapist/trainer. She intro'd me to Dan H., who I am currently working with and let me tell you, couldn't be happier! Dan, being a former athlete as well, is kicking my butt in different ways and building off of the foundation that Kiersten helped re-establish. My progress has been immense, I even missed 2.5 weeks while on vacation. If you're thinking twice, don't hesitate! It may take a moment to get an appointment but I think that's a testament to how good the therapists are here. Not to mention, I think they are very customer service focused. 10/10 recommend. read more

My orthopedist referred me here for knee pain and I'm very happy he did! When I called to make the initial appointment, the receptionist was not only friendly and professional, but she also was familiar with my referring doctor's office. Unlike my experience at another PT practice, Nolan, my PT, spent a lot of time with me. The main tech I worked with, Manny, is also fun and encouraging. I only needed four sessions before my knee got better. I have to admit that while PT may not be the most fun part of my day, Nolan and Manny made look forward to it. If I ever need PT again, I will definitely return to SOL! read more

I spent several months working with Ada Jauregui on a neck and vertigo issue, and could not be happier with the lasting results! After a car accident, I spent two years seeing various medical professionals, bodyworkers, acupuncturists, and others, but only experienced temporary improvement. By the time I walked into SOL PT, my condition was so debilitating that I was not able to work and could barely even turn my head due to pain and dizziness. After only my first session with Ada, I experienced a major improvement, and I continued to improve with each and every session. She gave me effective exercises that really helped to relieve the pain, and used Active Release Technique, Graston, and kinesiotaping in our sessions. Ada is astoundingly skilled at figuring out what is going on and being able to address it through various effective manual therapies. I'm a bit of an anatomy and biomechanics geek, and she clearly and knowledgeably answered all of my very detailed questions. It has been over a year since I finished my PT course with Ada, and I am still feeling great. I do go back every once in a while to get "tune up" ART sessions with her, and these not only keep me out of pain but also get me working even better than before my injury. I also saw Aracelly a few times and was just as impressed. Everyone in the office is extremely professional, friendly, and absolutely dedicated to getting you back to your optimum self. I wholeheartedly recommend this place. read more

I came here for a free one hour seminar about injury prevention for swimmers that dealt with how to avoid generating stress in your muscles and joints. It was hosted by one of SOL's fitness trainers, who has a strong background in swimming and an education in sports training. Some of the information I had already learned just researching on the Internet (wikipedia has very good links and sources), but being able to see a physical demonstration by someone who is passionate and knows a lot about this sport was eye-opening. I learned a few tricks that have already stopped some soreness and improved my swimming technique. I've already made reservations to attend their injury prevention for runners class, also free. SOL is a little tricky to get to; access is from the backstreets, which I have yet to figure out, or through the parking lot of a restaurant on College. If your parallel parking skills are scheisse like mine, you may have to circle the block for 20 minutes, unless you're always lucky in the parking department (I'm not). The trainers here are energetic, knowledgeable and experienced, and above all very nice. The facility is very clean and has good equipment. read more

Jack is a great physical therapist. He has given me great care and take home exercises that will help me heal in a timely manner. read more

I was referred to SOL by my primary physician for a neck issue. The staff was welcoming and the facility clean and inviting. I was treated by Devin. He was very knowledgeable and professional. He showed me exercises that helped my condition and worked with my to alleviate my symptoms. The only issue I had was one that they are not responsible for; the parking lot is small and off street parking scarce. Piedmont avenue is a very busy street but again this is no reflection on the care I received. I would recommend SOL to anyone. read more

I have been seeing Dr. Moore on and off for more than 15 years now. She treated me when I was a serious triathlete and when I was a weekend warrior. She has always gone above and beyond in providing not only technically sound and effective treatment, but in also displaying a depth of knowledge, a level of care and concern, and a thirst for always being cutting edge in her treatments that is unparalleled in any other practitioner I have seen over the span of my 30 year athletic career. Besides bringing so much heart and passion to her work, she is down-to-earth, accessible, and authentic. Dr. Moore is never satisfied with the status quo and expects excellence of herself, her staff, and those she treats. Besides being an amazing healer/practitioner, she is a phenomenal human being. And with a big sigh, I can assuredly say she has put this Humpty Dumpty back together again so many times that is it is almost beyond human capacity. read more

I was referred to SOLpt when I broke my foot a number of years ago. I went back to SLO when I broke my wrist; this was a big deal as it is hard to find therapists who work on hands. Two falls on my part 6 years apart; SOL was integral to my recovery. The therapists have always been excellent. Of late I have had pain in my feet when walking. I worked with Tamara who looked at my feet, and thought that I might have arthritis. She told me to go to a podiatrist of my choosing to get x-rays of my feet, which confirmed her suspicion. But she was clear that with therapy on her part, exercise on my part and more stable shoes, I would be able to walk pain free, once again. The next year, with ongoing training on my part, I was able to do a 40 mile walk. Now I am seeing her for hip pain. Once again, the therapy she provides and her recommended exercises, help. She is also in contact with my GP. SOL PT provides the best PT that I have found in the Northern CA. read more

I went to a total of three classes here a few months back. I was excited because I wanted to learn good form and start working on my deadlift - their strength class sounded like the perfect fit. Other people with kinesiology degrees watching your form - a great idea! Howeverrrr, the first time I went it, the class seemed very "intro" to fitness, for someone who had never worked out before, ever. i figured, ok, it's my first class, it'l pick up after I come a few times. No. Same class, every single time. Starting with working on form while lifting a 1lb pole. We never practiced lifting any weights. I never got a workout here, it was a waste of time. I don't really understand what their goals are here with these classes, since there is no progression, it's like groundhog day. read more

I came in for treatment for my right frozen shoulder February 2017. This was my second round of physical therapy for this issue I came down with last year spring, early summer 2016. I had difficulty moving my right shoulder, a lot of stiffness and sharp pain throughout the day, difficulty sleeping because of the pain, difficulty getting dressed and undressed, difficulty reaching my back when trying when I was taking a shower, reaching for items at home on a high shelf like dishes or bowls in the kitchen cabinet at home and lifting anything heavy off the floor or above the shoulder area. My pain level was at an 8-10 daily. After three months with Bryan, I feel confident and stronger that I can take care of my right shoulder successfully. I can get back to a normal life with minimal pain with my right shoulder with the exercises that Bryan have given me to do on my own. I felt like every week, I was making strides to rehabbing my right shoulder. I love the fact that Bryan incorporated breathing exercises into my routine to help open my thoracic spine with a balloon. He made coming to physical therapy FUN!! I'm can to get dressed and undress with minimal pain or no pain at all. I can reach my back when I take a shower now with minimal pain or no pain at all now. I'm can reach for things in the kitchen cabinet with minimal or no pain now. I can to lift things that are heavy with minimal pain or no pain now. I can exercise now with weights now with minimal or no pain at all. Bryan has been an amazing physical therapist to work with and a wonderful additional to the SOL PT office in Oakland. He's very personable, sincere, very thorough and very engaged with his patients like myself. He explained why we would be doing certain exercises to help with my right shoulder impingement. He also explained to me there were three stages of frozen shoulder and he was not sure if I truly had frozen right shoulder. He said I think it's a range of motion issue, internal rotation issue with my right shoulder. I'm so happy that I no longer cringe and have that stiffness and severe pain I had when I first started with Bryan. I have the exercises to succeed on how to prevent the shoulder impingement/range of motion/internal rotation issue from coming back. I will be forever grateful to Bryan, Ariell, and the rest of the SOL PT team (Tina the office manager and front desk staff Jaime and Sarah) for helping me on my journey to recovery from my right shoulder impingement/ internal rotation with my right shoulder. Best of luck to Bryan. I've been referring patients to the office to see Bryan at SOL PT. He's the best! read more

I had pain in my shoulder and motion limitations. Getting dressed was difficult and painful every day. Even putting on a loose jacket was a painful exercise. Reaching to my side was difficult. Touching my back was nearly impossible with my right arm. There was no way I could zip up a dress by myself. And I would wake up suddenly in pain if I happened to move the wrong way in my sleep. I went to see Brian Wu at Sol. He was a delight to work with, as were the trainers. But more importantly, he got me back to my old pain free self with my full range of motion restored. He and the trainers also taught me great stretches and exercises that I am continuing to do after treatment. I'm now stronger than ever and pan free! read more

I am going to SOL right now at the referral/recommendation of my orthopedic. I'm in my fourth week of physical therapy right now (I'm recovering from a sking fall that lead to a slight fracture to my tibia at the knee and arthoscopic surgery) and I love my physical therapist Melissa. So far I like my trainer. I hope I get to keep the same trainer the entire time I am there because one of the other male trainers up there seems a bit abrasive to me. The office staff is really friendly and helpful. They answer all your questions, will reprint receipts for you if needed, and even call a cab for you if you ask. I'm not sure how physical therapy is priced at other places since this is my first time going, but the price here seems pretty reasonable given that I don't have health insurance. I'll review after they have me walking/biking again, but so far I really like SOL. Oh, and also they have pilates and other kinds of classes you can take there if you aren't a gimp like me and have the money for them which is cool. Occasionally some of them are free. I saw a class on how to dance all night without hurting yourself a few weeks back that was free with limited sign-up. read more

I absolutely love this place! Everyone from the front desk staff (Pat), the office manager/director lady to my favorite Kelly are friggin awesome!!! When I first hobbled in on crutches, thinking I would never enjoy outdoor activities such as running, cycling, hiking, etc.. It was depressing. But Kelly and her team (Curtis, guy with the wooden cross around his neck) showed a tremendous amount of care and professionalism. Kelly has vast amounts of knowledge in all areas of PT. I really enjoyed when she told me stories of when she attended PT conferences and learned new information from researchers in the field. She is always learning and applying the knowledge. The guys on the floors, always positive, showed me several different ways to properly completed an exercise. Most importantly always met me where I was.. On the days I felt week, they pushed me just enough to challenge me. On days when I wanted to go full on beast mode, they made sure I was safe, had correct techniques and form. I could not have imagined it any different. If i could give 10 stars I would. Don't waste your time looking for another place without checking this place out first. If you are local within 20 miles there is no excuse. Give them a shot.. You will get stronger, you will heal, you will learn and you will enjoy the process! Thanks again SOL for being part of my healing process! read more

SOL Physical Therapy - The SOL sign. - Physical Therapy Near Me - Oakland, California

Wow ... I never write Yelp reviews but this place absolutely deserves one. Bottom line: if you need a physical therapist and can even possibly get yourself to this place, you need to go. Period. Go. I have seen a variety of physical therapists over the years for a range of injuries - ankle fracture, abductor tear, calf strain, etc etc. These guys were hands down the best and I take my physical therapy and medical treatment extremely seriously. Extremely intelligent and knowledgeable staff. Shocking really how bright these guys are - they really know their stuff. I worked with Natasha - wow ... she's better than my doctor in terms of knowledge and understanding. And he's not a bad doc. The clinic also definitely focuses on bringing to bear some of the newer modalities that really work - graston and athletic release technique. Both worked miracles for me. I have been suffering from itinerant calf issues for about two years. Turned out I had some biomechanical issues and a fair amount of residual scar tissue that obstructed my calf muscles normal functioning. We just finished up our 2 months and I am back on the treadmill - could not be happier. Definitely give these guys a chance - you will not be disappointed. read more

I recently finished up 6 weeks of Physical Therapy at Sports Orthopedics Leaders and could not be more pleased with the results. From the minute I first showed up and met my therapist, Ada - I was at ease and confident that I had come to the right place to solve my lingering shoulder pain. Ada was extremely attentive and listened to everything I had to say and describe about the pain which is more than I can say for the actual doctor who first examined me and found nothing wrong despite a month of consistent pain. She was able to identify several potential causes and immediately recommended a few things to change in my everyday routine regarding working and working out. Ada administered a series of techniques which immediately made my shoulders feel better and put me on a program of exercises to help strength the muscles around the tender area. The SOL trainers worked to help me build a series of exercises to strengthen the muscles that were sore. After completing my PT with SOL, I'm happy to report that my shoulders feel great. I highly recommend that anyone in need of physical therapy go to Sports Orthopedic Leaders, they are top notch. read more

Several months after cancer surgery to remove the right-upper lobe of my lung, I developed pain and restricted movement in my right shoulder caused by scar tissue and guarding of my right side to reduce post-operative pain. The San Francisco Shoulder and Hand Clinic referred me to Sport and Orthopedic Leaders. Over the course of 14 weeks I was seen by Ada Jauregui and Aracelly Latino-Feliz who provided a course of manipulation to free up musculature and increase range of motion, Graston Therapy to breakdown scar tissue that was impeding movement and supervised exercise to stretch and strengthen all of my upper body musculature. The results have been nothing short of amazing. When I came in I could not sleep on my right side, could not put on a coat or backpack without severe pain, could do little lifting with my right arm. Today, range of motion in the affected areas has been restored to 100%, pain has been reduced to the occasional twinge when I really push to the end of my range and my upper body strength has increased by at least 75%. Neck and torso rotation are much more relaxed than even before surgery. Finally, the surgery left a 20+ square inch area below my right nipple completely numb. The Graston therapy and manipulation really helped here too. While I don't have all feeling back yet, the area of numbness is now less than 8 square inches and the numbness is much less profound. A couple of final notes: While I credit SOLPT for the lion's share of my improvement. physical therapy is a team effort. The patient has to do his or her homework (prescribed exercises) between appointments. You will get out of it what you put into it. I found all the folks at SOLPT to be professional, capable, compassionate, supportive and friendly. Thanks again to Ada, Ara, Aileen and the gang! read more

Three months ago I started working on my frozen shoulder with Dan Hirai and his excellent assistant therapists (Brandon, Braxton, and a few others here and there). In that short span they've gotten my arm from almost immobile to within a few degrees of fully healed -- no more pain and nearly complete ROM. When our sessions began my shoulder hurt all the time, I couldn't sleep comfortably, and my ability to work was severely impacted by my limited range of motion. All the research I did said it could take a year or more to get back to baseline. Three months! A few more weeks and I expect to be 100% again. Full marks for Dan and Team SOL! read more