Board Certified Physical Therapists at OSO Physical Therapy
We’re Not Your Typical Physical Therapy Clinic.
Most clinics operate like a factory—scheduling three patients at once and handing you off to an aide the moment the "real" therapist is done with you. You spend more time driving to appointments than getting actual care from a PT. Or, they are so overbooked you wait weeks to get in and then have to wait even more to be seen between visits. at Oso we have a small team. Just two Board-Certified Orthopedic Specialists. True 60-minute, one-on-one sessions. No aides, no double-booking, just expert care focused entirely on you.
Our goal is simple: To get you back to the sports and activities you love in fewer visits than the traditional model—saving you time, money, and frustration. And, to get you back stronger.
What makes the best physical therapy
clinic in Alameda?
When you're searching for the best PT in Alameda, the difference isn't the equipment or the location. At Oso it's the level of expertise in the room and the undivided attention you receive. Here's why OSO patients get better faster.
Board-Certified Orthopedic Specialists (OCS)
Only about 5–6% of physical therapists in the US earn the OCS credential. It requires years of documented clinical work and a rigorous specialty exam. At OSO, both Dan and Ben have it, so you're always seeing a proven specialist, not a generalist.
True 1-on-1 care, start to finish
Most Alameda PT clinics see 2–4 patients per hour, handing you off to a tech between minutes with the therapist. At OSO, your 60-minute session is spent 100% with Dan or Ben. No aides. No "busy work" exercises while they see someone else.
We treat the source, not the symptom
An OCS specialist's defining skill is figuring out why something hurts, not just where. Your knee pain might actually stem from hip instability. Your back pain might be a disc issue referred from elsewhere. We find the real cause and eliminate it.
Fewer visits, stronger outcomes
Because care is more precise and more intensive, most OSO patients reach their goals in 1 session per week for 4–8 weeks compared to the typical 3 visits per week for 6+ weeks at a high-volume clinic. Less time in PT, more time doing what you love.
Our Promise to You
When you walk through the doors of the Training Station to meet with Dan or Ben, you aren't just getting a Physical Therapist you’re getting a partner who is personally invested in your comeback.
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We Listen First: You know your body better than anyone. We start by hearing your story, your frustrations, what you've been doing and exactly what you’re dying to get back to doing.
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We Bridge the Gap: We don’t just get you back to "walking without a limp." We aim bridge the gap between rehab and performance, making sure you’re stronger than you were before you got hurt.
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We Are here to serve the Community: Our mission is to make Alameda the healthiest island in the Bay Area. Whether that means helping you finish your first 10k or simply playing with your grandkids without back pain, your goal is our mission.
Built for an Active Lifestyle
We know the trails you run, the gyms you train in, and the unique energy of the Island, the Town, and the City. We’ve combined our love for the Bay Area with our passion for strength training and Physical Therapy to give you a rehab experience that actually feels like progress.
You aren't just a " knee patient" to us, you’re a member of the Oso community. And we won’t stop until you’re back to doing what makes you feel most alive.
Call us today and connect with either Dan or Ben to get started with your OSO experience!
OSO vs. the typical PT clinic
| What you're comparing | Typical clinic | OSO Physical Therapy |
|---|---|---|
| Time with your PT per visit | 15–20 minutes | ✓ 60 full minutes |
| Board-certified specialist on staff | ✗ Rarely | ✓ Both therapists are OCS |
| Aides or techs during session | ✗ Common practice | ✓ Never — DPT only |
| Insurance accepted | In-network | Out-of-network (superbill provided) |
| Typical visit frequency | 3× per week, 6+ weeks | ✓ 1× per week, 4–8 weeks |
| Root-cause diagnosis approach | Symptom-focused | ✓ Full biomechanical analysis |
| Strength-based facility equipment | Basic rehab bands | ✓ Inside The Training Station |
Benjamin Fedewa
Physical Therapy
Ben has spent the last decade working alongside Dan to provide high-level orthopedic care to the Bay Area community. He is Board Certified in Orthopedics (OCS) and shares Dan’s dedication to a patient-centered model that prioritizes service, excellence, and tangible outcomes. Ben’s clinical expertise is rooted in a deep understanding of musculoskeletal health, and he is particularly passionate about operating in an environment where care is dictated by the patient’s needs rather than the constraints of the insurance system.
Ben’s approach to therapy is informed by his own active lifestyle; he is a dedicated basketball player, runner, and weightlifter. Ben specializes in working with weightlifters, fitness enthusiasts, runners, throwers, and post operative ACL, achilles, hip, shoulder, lumbar and cervical spine patients. His personal connection to sport allows him to empathize with the challenges of injury and the drive to return to peak performance. When he isn’t in the clinic, Ben enjoys hiking, running, weightlifting and exploring the national parks with his family. He is excited to officially partner with Dan at OSO Physical Therapy, reuniting a professional team dedicated to providing the most effective sports and orthopedic care in the region.
Dan Hirai
Physical Therapy
An Alameda resident, Dan has been serving the East Bay as a Physical Therapist for the last 10 years, treating a diverse clientele and working closely with the area’s most preeminent orthopedic surgeons and sports medicine physicians. He is Board Certified in Orthopedics (2018), and has also performed extensive additional training in manual therapy, functional movement patterns, and exercise progression. Having gone through multiple surgeries and ensuing rehab processes himself, Dan recognizes just how crucial the relationship between surgeon, patient, and therapist is. His goal as founder of OSO Physical Therapy is to create the optimal treatment environment for patients: with an emphasis on collaborative multidisciplinary care performed outside of the confines of the insurance system.
In his free time Dan enjoys spending time with his wife and young twins, coaching soccer and basketball, running, surfing, and all things San Francisco 49ers, Giants, and Sacramento Kings related.
OSO Physical Therapy PC
1726 Clement Ave,Alameda, CA
94501-1205
dan.hirai@osophysicaltherapy.com
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