OSO Physical Therapy for Oakland, Alameda, and the East Bay
Physical Therapy Oakland & East Bay | 60-Min 1-on-1 Care | OSO PT
One-on-One Orthopedic & Sports Physical Therapy Serving Oakland & Alameda
Private 60-minute sessions led exclusively by Board-Certified Orthopedic Specialists. No aides, no double-booking, and no wasted time.
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The Oakland PT Problem: Reclaim Your Hour of Care
Most physical therapy clinics in Oakland operate on a high-volume insurance model: you arrive on time, see a clinician for 12 to 15 minutes, and spend the remaining 45 minutes on basic floor exercises supervised by an aide while your therapist balances three other patients.
OSO Physical Therapy was built to break that model. Located just across the Park Street and High Street bridges inside The Training Station on Clement Avenue, OSO provides focused, evidence-based orthopedic and sports rehabilitation. Every visit is a full 60 minutes conducted directly with an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS)—a board certification held by only 5–6% of physical therapists in the United States.
Why Choose OSO Over Traditional Clinic Chains
| Model Attribute | Typical High-Volume PT Clinic | OSO Physical Therapy |
|---|---|---|
| Direct Therapist Time | 15–20 minutes with a PT | 60 full minutes with your DPT |
| Staffing | Passed off to techs, aides, or interns | 100% direct care with a Board-Certified OCS |
| Scheduling Density | Double or triple booked (2–4 per hour) | Single-booked: you are the only focus |
| Facility & Gear | Crowded rooms, light resistance bands | Elite strength gym at The Training Station |
| Visit Frequency | 2–3 times per week for 2–3 months | 1 focused visit per week; faster results |
| End Goal | Basic discharge based on insurance limits | Full return to athletic performance & lifting |
Convenient East Bay Access: Minutes from Oakland
Avoid downtown parking garages and traffic gridlock. Our clinic is located inside The Training Station at 1726 Clement Avenue in Alameda, offering hassle-free street parking and quick transit over the estuary:
Jack London & Downtown
7–10 min via Webster Tube or 7th St
Grand Lake & Lake Merritt
10–12 min via I-880 S to Park St Bridge
Piedmont & Montclair
12–15 min via Fruitvale / High St Bridge
East Oakland & San Leandro
10 min via High St Bridge or Doolittle Dr
Clinical Specialties for Active East Bay Residents
Sports & Barbell Rehab
Being told to "stop lifting" is not a rehab plan. We evaluate bar path, hip/shoulder mobility, and tissue capacity inside a full gym setting to rehabilitate barbell athletes without halting their training.
ACL Reconstruction & Testing
Rebuilding confidence after an ACL tear requires objective data. We use handheld dynamometry, force symmetry metrics, and cutting progressions before clearing athletes for field and court sports.
Running Biomechanics
Whether training for a half marathon or trail running in Redwood Regional, we address cadence, load tolerance, and strike mechanics for plantar fasciitis, IT band syndrome, and runner's knee.
Spine & Post-Operative Care
Individualized recovery following microdiscectomies, disc herniations, sciatica, and joint replacements. One-on-one manual joint mobilization paired with progressive loaded movement.
Meet Your Physical Therapists
Dan Hirai, PT, DPT, OCS
Founder & Board-Certified Specialist
With over a decade of practice in the East Bay, Dan founded OSO Physical Therapy to offer authentic, one-on-one care free from the constraints of insurance mills. He specializes in manual therapy, shoulder dynamics, and post-operative orthopedic recovery.
Benjamin Fedewa, PT, DPT, OCS
Partner & Board-Certified Specialist
An avid runner, weightlifter, and basketball player, Ben pairs hands-on treatment with heavy strength and return-to-sport protocols. He specializes in knee and ACL injuries, running gait analysis, and lower-extremity athletic conditions.
Transparent Pricing & Out-of-Network Benefits
OSO Physical Therapy is an out-of-network clinic. By avoiding insurance billing constraints, we deliver undivided 60-minute care with zero handoffs and treat multiple body regions in a single session.
- HSA/FSA Eligible: Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account debit cards are accepted directly.
- Itemized Superbills: We provide detailed superbills with relevant treatment and diagnostic codes after each visit for PPO reimbursement submission.
Patient Experiences
"Ben at OSO diagnosed my hip impingement and tendonitis quickly and built an active recovery program that got me fully back to weightlifting and athletics. They don't take insurance, but the results justified the cost several times over."
— Alan S., Weightlifting & Athletics
"Dan is incredibly knowledgeable and truly understands the mechanics of the human body. He adapts every session in real-time based on how I'm feeling, rather than following a generic routine. He gets to the root of the issue."
— Somaya M., Orthopedic Patient
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a doctor's referral to start?
No. Under California Direct Access laws, you can receive physical therapy evaluation and treatment from a licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy for up to 45 calendar days or 12 visits before requiring a physician's prescription.
Why cross the bridge from Oakland to Alameda?
In high-volume Oakland clinics, clinicians manage multiple patients at once, limiting direct interaction to 15 minutes. Spending 8 to 10 minutes driving over the bridge gives you a private, 60-minute session with a Board-Certified Specialist, reducing overall recovery time.
Where is parking located?
We are located at 1726 Clement Avenue inside The Training Station. Ample, free street parking is available along Clement Avenue and adjacent neighborhood streets without parking meters.
