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Best Physical Therapists in Berkeley, CA

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Our goal is to connect people with the best local professionals. We scored Berkeley Physical Therapists on more than 25 variables across five categories, and analyzed the results to give you a hand-picked list of the best.

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Berkeley, CA 94710

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4.5 (21)
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5.0 (1)

Why choose this provider?

Patrick Hannam Physical Therapy is a Berkeley clinic that provides patients with one-on-one treatment. Services the clinic offers include manual physical therapy, Pilates-based rehabilitation, orthopedic rehabilitation, deep tissue body work, Feldenkrais Method, Rolfing Structural Integration, customized exercise programs, and spinal stabilization. Patrick has a B.A. in Physiology and Cell Biology and a Master’s in Physical Therapy. Vivian “Kaiwe” Goo has a degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Puget Sound. Patrick Hannam Physical Therapy’s hours of operation are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Patients remark on their helpfulness, knowledge, friendliness, professionalism, skill, talent, and compassion.

Emeryville, CA 94608

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5.0 (105)
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4.8 (40)
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5.0 (3)

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Emeryville Sports Physical Therapy is a clinic that has been serving patients for more than 13 years. The clinic provides sports physical therapy, orthopedic physical therapy, and corporate wellness programs. Emeryville Sports Physical Therapy provides functional exercises and hands-on treatment. Bob Baker is an Orthopedic Certified Specialist certified by the American Physical Therapy Association. He has more than 20 years of experience. Operating hours are Monday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesday to Thursday from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Patients appreciate their knowledge, professionalism, helpfulness, enthusiasm, friendliness, and welcoming atmosphere.

747 52nd St, Oakland, CA 94609

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Founded over 100 years ago, UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital is a health care facility serving the children of Berkeley and the nearby areas. The hospital provides physical therapy and treatment after a child suffers an accident leaving them injured or with chronic pain. The therapy is designed to help the child recover their movement and manage their pain. In 2020, U.S. New & World Report named the hospital in its Best Children's Hospitals list.

473 34th St, Oakland, CA 94609

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4.9 (62)

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Active Method Physical Therapy, a subsidiary of Montclair Physical Therapy Inc., is a business that helps clients manage their pain. The company's team teaches its clients relaxation techniques, mobility and strength exercises, and physical education in order to help them get through their pain. The team also develops treatment plans to help those with sport-related injuries recover. Additionally, the company offers advice on how to avoid injuries before they happen.

Compare our Top Physical Therapists

NameExpertise RatingAddressPromotionsLearn more
Patrick Hannam Physical Therapy
Berkeley, CA 94710
Emeryville Sports Physical Therapy
Emeryville, CA 94608
UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland
747 52nd St, Oakland, CA 94609
Active Method Physical Therapy
473 34th St, Oakland, CA 94609

FAQs

  • Introduction

    Physical therapy is an essential medical specialty for people that experience difficulties with performing daily activities. This includes simple tasks such as bending, walking, picking up objects, showering, and dressing. Patients that require physical therapy treatment include those with physical disabilities, old age, injuries caused by accidents, or disease.

    Physical therapy is used to help patients manage their pain, rehabilitate the affected body area, and restore optimum performance. Most physical therapists specialize in treating specific cases, such as:
    • Orthopedics, including injuries to muscles, bones, and joints.
    • Pediatric therapy to treat children's injuries and developmental conditions, such as cerebral palsy.
    • Athletic injuries, including fractures, strains, and splints.
    • Geriatric therapy for the elderly with various, conditions such as arthritis, osteoporosis, and stability disorders.
  • What is physical therapy?

    Physical therapy is a medical practice involving therapeutic activities to help patients regain mobility and normal bodily functions. It provides a remedy for the treatment of injuries, medical conditions, and pain management. Physical therapists receive a diagnosis from a physician, identify the appropriate treatment plan, and conduct customized therapy sessions to restore or better physical function.

  • What is the difference between occupational therapy and physical therapy?

    Physical therapy and occupational therapy retrain the body and mind and play a vital role in improving or maintaining physical functions. Occupational therapy focuses on enhancing fine-motor skills or hand-eye coordination to perform daily activities, such as getting dressed or writing. Physiotherapy concentrates on improving pain, physical deterioration, and range of motion by stimulating blood circulation with targeted exercise.

  • What do physical therapists do?

    Physical therapists help relieve pain and improve physical strength and movement to individuals of all ages with injuries or debilitating diseases, whether acute or chronic. They consult with doctors to learn about the patients' needs, evaluate movement dysfunctions, teach patients how to use equipment, and provide treatments, such as massage. Other responsibilities include monitoring progress and altering treatment as necessary.

  • What does a physical therapist assistant do?

    Physical therapist assistants work under the supervision of physical therapists. Their responsibilities include reporting patient progress and working with individuals of all ages on therapeutic exercises, gait and balance training, and how to use recovery equipment.

  • Are physical therapists doctors?

    Physical therapists are considered doctors of physical therapy and are qualified to use the title "Dr." in front of their name. The biggest difference between them and medical doctors is that PTs use exercises and massage to restore their patients' health, whereas doctors offer treatment using medications and surgeries.

  • Can physical therapists diagnose?

    Physical therapists don't perform medical diagnoses. In most cases, doctors perform the medical diagnoses and refer the patient to a physical therapist for rehabilitative treatment. The physical therapist conducts a physical evaluation to pinpoint the nature and extent of the physical damage or impairment and prepares a treatment plan.