I've had chronic lower back pain for decades progressingly getting worse. I was wincing in pain…read morefrom standing up. It hurt to bend over to pick things up or tie my shoes. I sit about half the day and would slouch just to ease back pain. I'm sure this posture made things worse. I exercise almost daily but was limited by pain. I've tried chiro with some help. I stretched on my own, but Andrew was able to get my body in other positions, which helped immensely. Releasing the fascia, tension, calcification, etc, relieved my back pain significantly. My back feels 10-yrs younger. I highly recommend it, especially if you've tried chiropractor and self stretching, do this.

This was an interesting and amazing experience! I just started working out and my body ached…read moreeverywhere. I originally planned on having a massage but a friend suggested I stretch out. I found DST and so happy I did. Andrew worked his magic and I immediately felt better. The next day I felt even better. I would never have thought slow and easy stretching assisted by Andrew helped my body recover faster. I'm looking forward to being able to continue with my workout journey. I strongly recommend incorporating DST for wellness, recovery, and maintenance.

My Dad's PCP recommended Aqua Therapy to help strengthen his leg muscles. OrthoSport in Niu Valley…read morewas one of the few options on the island; although it was a bit of commute, it's turned out to be a great choice. A customer's experience with such personalized service usually banks on their relationship with their therapist. In this case, we are fortunate to be aligned with Summer. She's a pro - patient, clear in her exercise instructions, encouraging (yet firm), and flexible with some of our last minute scheduling issues (Niu Valley is quite a commute from Moanalua). The facility is right behind Jack in the Box on Kalanianaole Hwy; the light at the left turning lane can try your patience. Parking during lunch hour can be a little challenging; fortunately it is very large parking lot shared by other businesses. They do a nice job with scheduling/changing your appointments, and the email reminders really do help (as does the $50 penalty if you cancel in less than 24 hours). All in all, the experience of going through this form of PT along with the physical exertion without impact to your joints is definitely worthwhile!

I WOULD NOT USE ORTHO SPORT-HERE IS WHY…read more For everyone of my visits Kevin arrived 3 to 4 minutes late. Almost every visit was ended at least 5 minutes before the hour. About 20% of the session Kevin was writing notes about what just happened. Every 10th session was almost entirely spent recording measurements and strength of where I was at. I was told by Kevin that Medicare required this. I spoke to Medicare and was told that they do not require reports. I am approaching the 4th month of my recovery. This is the time when my strengthening is most important as I am limping from muscle weakness. Kevin has told me he is cutting my sessions from 2 to 1 session per week. I asked why and he told me that Medicare will not be approving 2 sessions. I asked Medicare about this. They referred me to page 48 of the Medicare Handbook which says if the Doctor prescribes 2 visits per week that is what will happen. Medicare does not challenge what a Doctor thinks is necessary. Attached are photos from the current Medicare Handbook that contradict what I was told by Ortho Sport. Even with this Ortho Sport still stands by their contradictory statements. I have found a different physical therapy provider who does NOT makeup rules. I also realize by what I have written above that my 1 hour session was "at best about 30 minutes of physical therapy". Many Physical Therapists offer websites or apps that show you videos of the suggested exercises to do. They also offer other options to help with your recovery. Ortho Sport merely prints out a sheet of paper. It is very hard to believe that Ortho Sport has 241 reviews and everyone is 5 stars. That is not likely considering life is not perfect. Please consider what I have written in making your decision. I have given the honest facts of my experience. Ortho Sport has stood by what Medicare said is not true even though it is in writing and told to me explicitly when I spoke with them.

Jan has an outstanding knowledge of human anatomy and functionality. If you're in SERIOUS pain, you…read moredefinitely need to see this guy! I've had multiple surgeries resulting in much internal scar tissue, causing an asymmetrical walking motion and very serious daily pain. Over the last six months with regular visits to Jan, I've regained more flexibility and strength than I ever thought possible...and am still improving. My goal is to return to surfing the North Shore and canoe surfing with family and friends. It's a long, often painful process but the payoff is more than worth it. Mahalo nui to Jan!

I was compelled to make an appointment with Jan because clients of mine have been raving about his…read moreskillsets. I am a Massage Therapist and Acupuncturist, so my work is very physical and I have pains and aches like most people. The best thing I got from only 1 session was knowledge of how to actively engage my transverse abdominis! I had to be taught how to truly breath from my diaphragm to support and mobilize my thoracic spine, which would take pressure of joints and muscles that have been working incorrectly. I truly appreciate Jan taking the time to take pictures and video to break down the imbalances of posture and movement. So gotta do my (exercises) homework to retrain my muscles and central nervous system Mahalo Jan for all the pointers! I will be sending people your way!

Amazing results!!! Had been diagnosed w/ Parkinson's disease and was beginning to have difficulty…read morewalking. After the first session, I was able to walk like I hadn't in months - it was like the clock had been turned back! Now after a year and a half of flying from Kauai twice a month to see her, I can truly say: Kathy's expertise in acupuncture and frequency specific microcurrents has helped to alleviate SO many symptoms and improved the quality of my life tremendously! I wholeheartedly recommend her!

I have a spinal cord injury which is diagnosed as 'conus medullaris syndrome' for which the western…read moremedical community has no treatment or solution except for ongoing physical therapy. In my case, the syndrome manifests itself as a very tight right leg and foot, tingling and varying levels of numbness in my right foot, and stiffness and weakness in my right leg and core. This causes me significant difficulty in walking, necessitating the use of mobility assistive devices such as a walker, cane, knee cart, and shower bench. This has negatively impacted my quality of life, limiting my activities including travel, concerts, and more. Frustrated by western medicine, I received blessings through a family friend who referred me to Dr. Sato at Needles of Hope, I traveled...with difficulty...to Honolulu and underwent nine treatments over three weeks. I was able to walk without devices after just the second treatment! Traveling home was far easier than traveling to Honolulu. While not completely healed - this is due to something that triggers variances to my condition - the quality of my life has greatly improved and I am profoundly grateful for Dr. Sato's intuitive, incisive, and holistic care. She is truly a gifted healer! If you find yourself in a similar situation to mine, reach out to Dr. Sato to learn whether she thinks she can be of help. If she says yes, it will be worth every penny!

Best decision to go to OHAW. I've had so much pain in my feet and none of the doctors have informed…read moreme that it was arthritis. All of them diagnosed it as plantar fasciitis. I have arthritis on my lower back and in my hands. I plan to work my way up, lol. The first session will catch you off guard bc you have no idea what shock wave therapy is. TBH, it hurts like crazy. It's like a hammer pounding on your bones for 4 min. It hurts but it's better than surgery or needles. I've been to my 3rd session and already feel the difference. I think the healing process will be different with each individual and what their symptoms are. I do feel the difference after my visits. It will be sore the next day too but this process works! Real deal!

I came here because a few of my coworkers that had the same kind of pain swear by this place. I…read morethought I had sciatica because the pain would go from my lower back, to hip and down the inner thigh area. Side note: I'm a cop and we work 13+ hour days. We wear a 20 pound belt around our hip all day. We are either sitting or standing for long periods of time throughout the day with a heavy ass gun belt. I've developed pain on my gun side of my hip and back area. Garrett treated me and lo and behold he said.... You don't have sciatica but your condition is treatable. I can't tell you how the technology works but I can tell you how it felt. During the treatment, it felt like someone was tapping by bones and I wanted to yell. I bit down on my shirt and started sweating profusely. The pain is temporary, trust me. Not long lingering chili pepper pain.. it's like zap pain then no pain. I don't know how to better describe it. After the treatment and the days to follow..... wow!!!! I mean wow!!! I started to actually be able to move my leg with less pain... I could actually walk "normal" again. On my second treatment, the tapping pain was less. I guess as you heal, there's no pain. So it's a good sign. He moved his little wand thing to around the area and I could tell the pain was less. I'm here for my 3rd treatment.... This should be the last one... I've tried stretchticians (not sure on spelling) which actually helped make me feel better temporarily.... I tried acupuncture, chiropractor, shiatsu, deep massages... those things did nothing for the pain I had. Anyway I give this place 5 stars bc Garrett is super cool, the office is clean, the cost for treatment is reasonable (cash is cheaper) card cost a bit more and most of all.... My pain subsided. Before my 3rd treatment .. I'm like at a 3 out of 10. Before I came here the pain was about a 8 or 9, depending what I was doing. I'm hoping this is my last one. I'm coming back for other pains on my body.... I'm definitely getting old and feeling pains here and there

Julie was really a great PT, she helped me to regain normal movement in my almost-frozen shoulder…read more She is very patient, and has amazingly strong hands and fingers! She's also kind and has a fun sense of humor, which helps when going through the treatment procedures. After I shared my background with her, she provided me with lots of physiological information which may not be of interest to everyone but that I really appreciated. Hopefully I won't need to, but if I ever need PT again I'd definitely try to get referred here again!

I got referred to Holomua by my PCP back in December of 2024(I believe.) I was skeptical at first…read moreand didn't want to do therapy, but my PCP always told me if I didn't like it, then I can always stop. I was also worried about missing work since I had just started a new job. The staff here was so nice and understanding about that and was able to work with my schedule. The office is located in the Aloha United Way building on the corner of North Vineyard Blvd and A'ala Street. There's a lot of parking in the building itself(make sure to check in at the security desk) and also street parking(metered.) I recently "graduated" from both pelvic floor therapy and physical therapy for my knees. At first I was seeing Julie for my pelvic floor therapy. She was so amazing with helping me figure out the cause of my pain and has taught me how to be more aware and mindful of my body. She also encouraged me to start my running journey. I had mentioned how I was thinking about signing up for some races, but I wasn't sure since I was having all that pain in my pelvic area and my history with pain in my knees. Julie encouraged me to just start running and even gave me some tips for my knee pain. I ended up running and was having problems with my knees again. My PCP sent a referral to Holomua for that as well and that's where I met Steph and Neil(the owner.) Steph and Neil helped me so much with my running journey! I learned a lot and will forever carry all this knowledge with me along my running journey. I've gotten physical therapy services elsewhere before and it didn't help. Holomua made me feel heard and didn't make me feel like I was being a "baby" about all the pain I was having. So far I've ran the King's Runner 2025, Hapalua half marathon 2025, and will be running in the Honolulu Marathon this year as well with the help of Neil's advice and words of encouragement. Julie, Steph, and Neil have been wonderful. I'd highly recommend them to friends and family in the future.

Needle Say More? A…read morePork a Pine, Pain from Naruto, or even that Pinhead dude from the Hellraiser series is what comes into My mostly bizzare mind when I think Acupuncture. Needle-ess to say, this was my first, of a series to come, experience with this type of practice. I really did not know what to expect and penetrating my skin with sharp pointy objects would Not be on top of my list of things to do when in pain, but luckily Dr Maritza Macy-Mcrae assured me that the procedure would be instead and ironically "comforting." In this Coronapocalypse World, it still boggles my mind how some places choose and manage their social distancing procedures, but Dr M was extremely thorough with her temp checks while donning on a full suit of infiltrating "bio medical" armor. I appreciate the extra mile she goes for clients while sacrificing her own time and comfort. I cannot imagine having to take off and put back the suit when needed. I was fortunate to be introduced to multiple procedures in addition to the apparently not so scary needles such as cupping and graftng. The whole session was surprisingly relaxing and even the finishing touches with the Capsacian Lotion (Thank You Dr for enriching my vocab lol) put my stress at ease. The office was very clean and sanitized and the procedure took about 30 minutes. Dr M was very accommodating, pleasantly conversational, and professional. I was even humbled when I discovered she had changed her own personal health schedule so it wouldnt conflict with mine. She has a lot of experience especially for Veterans and knowledge of the VA systems. I was actually impressed with her knowledge and how up to date she was with it! Needle ess to say, Highly recommend her for pain support or if you're new to it/shy/skeptical! Thank you for having my "Back!" Btw, Hi

My mother-in-law has been seeing Dr. Macy for years. She has successfully treated her arthritic…read moreknee pain, back pain and hand tendonitis. She feels better with each treatment. I know she is in good hands with the Doctor each time we take her for a visit. My mother-in-law also is a native Spanish speaker, with limited English. Dr. Macy speaks Spanish fluently, which is a great benefit for patient communication! Mahalo and gracias!!

I am a Lagree Pilates junkie and Dr. Rey helps me greatly with my recovery. I love his trigger…read morepoint massage as well as the Gua Sha Scraping to breakup the facia and promoting blood flow for recovery. His office is located right in town and attached to F45, plus a physical therapy center. I got a tour of the place and they have an onsite shower, sauna, and cold plunge. I find my experiences here relaxing, even though it may be painful at times, the pain is temporary and the relief after is worth it. Will keep coming back for more since it's working!

I've been seeing Dr. Rey for nerve pain in my lower back and legs, I also have bone spurs and…read morearthritis in my right shoulder and with the treatment (Cupping, massage and acupuncture) has helped reduce pain.