Professional Ankle Physical Therapy in Alameda
Your feet and ankles are the only part of your body in constant contact with the ground. When they aren't working right, nothing else is. At Oso Physical Therapy, we help you restore mobility and strength from the ground up.
Ankle pain isn't always from a sudden fall. Often, it’s a slow buildup of stiffness or weakness that starts to affect your knees, hips, and back. We provide expert care for:
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Achilles Tendonitis: Managing that stubborn "morning stiffness" and pain at the back of the heel.
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Chronic Ankle Instability: Fixing the feeling that your ankle might "give out" on uneven pavement or trails.
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Ankle Impingement: Resolving the sharp pain in the front of the joint when you squat or walk uphill.
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Post-Surgical Rehab: Expert guidance after ligament repairs or hardware placement.
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General Stiffness: Restoring "dorsiflexion" (the ability to pull your toes up) which is crucial for a healthy squat and gait.
How We Get You Moving Again
At Oso Physical Therapy, we don't just give you a balance board and walk away. We use a sophisticated approach to ankle health:
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Joint Mobilization: Skilled manual therapy to "unlock" the small bones of the foot and ankle that often get stuck after years of wear and tear.
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Load Progression: We teach your tendons how to handle force again, whether that’s a flight of stairs or a heavy barbell.
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The Kinetic Chain Review: Your ankle doesn't move in a vacuum. We analyze your footwear, your calf flexibility, your toes and your hip strength to see how they are impacting your ankle's performance.
Why Choose Oso?
1-on-1 Ankle Specialists in Alameda
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Individualized Attention: You work directly with a Doctor of Physical Therapy for the duration of your visit. No hand-offs, no distractions.
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Located Inside Training Station: Our facility allows us to test your ankle stability in a real-world environment, using high-quality equipment.
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Direct Access: Skip the waiting room at the doctor’s office. You can start your ankle rehab at Oso today without a referral.
Frequently Asked Ankle Questions
My ankle is stiff but doesn't "hurt"—should I still see a PT? Yes! Stiffness in the ankle (limited dorsiflexion) is one of the leading causes of knee pain and plantar fasciitis. Addressing it now can prevent more serious injuries down the road.
What should I wear to my ankle PT appointment? Wear comfortable athletic clothing and bring the shoes you wear most often (whether they are running shoes, work boots, or everyday sneakers) so we can analyze your wear patterns.
How long will I be in physical therapy for my ankle? Minor mobility issues can often be resolved in 2 to 4 sessions, while chronic tendon issues or post-surgical cases may require 8 to 12 weeks of progressive loading.
OSO Physical Therapy PC
1726 Clement Ave,Alameda, CA
94501-1205
dan.hirai@osophysicaltherapy.com
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