First Physical & Functional Rehab
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35 Years · Since 1991

Hawaiʻi's First Choice for Physical Therapy

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Everything You Need for Recovery

Physical therapy, massage and acupuncture under one roof — one team, one plan, built around you.

A therapist supporting a patient's leg during a guided stretch

Physical Therapy

Personalized rehabilitation to restore movement, reduce pain, and get you back to doing what you love.

Every recovery begins with a thorough one-on-one evaluation. From there your therapist designs a hands-on treatment plan and guides you through each step — from pain relief and restored movement to a full return to the activities you love.

One referral, one team. Our therapists coordinate across disciplines so your plan actually fits together.

What we treat

OrthopedicSportsWork / occupationalAuto / motor-vehicle

What to expect

  1. 01A one-on-one assessment of your movement, strength and goals.
  2. 02A treatment plan built around your body, schedule and recovery goals.
  3. 03Manual therapy and guided exercise that meet you where you hurt.
  4. 04We track your progress and get you back to the life you love.
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A therapist applying manual massage therapy to a patient's shoulders

Massage Therapy

Medical massage and manual therapy to relieve pain, improve mobility, and support healing.

Our licensed massage therapists use medical massage and manual techniques to relieve pain, improve mobility and support healing — working alongside your physical therapy plan when needed.

Treatment is tailored to your body and your recovery, whether you’re managing an injury, chronic tension or post-surgical stiffness.

Techniques

Medical massageManual therapyHoffa technique
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Fine acupuncture needles being placed along a patient's back

Acupuncture

Medical acupuncture for pain relief, recovery, and long-term wellness.

Acupuncture uses fine needles to support pain management and overall health maintenance. It pairs naturally with physical therapy and massage as part of a whole-body recovery plan.

What it helps

Pain managementHealth maintenance
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Our practice

Aloha — let's get physical.

First Physical & Functional Rehab is a Hawaiʻi-based, physical-therapist-owned outpatient rehabilitation company, established in 1991. Over the years we have served many communities and provided the highest quality of individualized, comprehensive rehabilitative care. Today we have three locations on Oʻahu — Waipahu, Wahiawā and Waiʻanae — to serve you better.

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At FPFR our patients are our number one priority. Our mission is to work alongside your providers and deliver excellence in the rehabilitation experience, across physical therapy, massage therapy and acupuncture.

We take pride in our teamwork approach. It has proven effective and efficient in helping patients reach their functional goals and restore their quality of life — and we treat every one of our valued patients like family.

The First Physical & Functional Rehab team at one of the clinics

Our ʻohana

The people behind your recovery

The whole team together at an evening gathering by the harbour
Thomas, who founded the practice in 1991, in his office at the clinic
The team marking 25 years of being number one
Receiving a Hawaiʻi State Senate recognition for the practice’s 35th anniversary
Staff celebrating together at the anniversary dinner
A lion dance blessing outside the clinic
The team at sunset by the harbour
Staff in aloha shirts outside the clinic
The team together at the clinic
Staff celebrating the holidays at the clinic
Staff gathered outside the clinic
Holiday jumpers in the clinic gym

What patients say

In our patients’ words

★★★★★

I have worked with all of the PTs and PTAs here, everyone is very nice and professional. During my sessions I notice that the equipment is fresh and clean, the staff is always cleaning and disinfecting. … The vibe is light, positive and fun (they play the best music). … This is a team, they work seamlessly to provide topnotch care.

Wahiawā patient
★★★★★

I am in much better shape now than before I started with First Physical … My full range of motion has almost fully returned. … Folks, if your looking for physiotherapy, don’t hesitate to contact First Physical. Mahalo nui loa!

Waipahu patient
★★★★★

Really knowledgeable on what needs to be done to get you back going again. Highly recommend 👌 … even the front desk goes far and beyond with finding times that are adjusted to your needs.

Wahiawā patient
★★★★★

My physical therapist has been helpful throughout this entire process. You can tell she truly cares about her patients. … I thoroughly enjoy coming in for my physical therapy sessions!

Wahiawā patient
★★★★★

I love this place. Very fun and family oriented. The employees enjoy what they do and it shows in their level of care as they individually work one on one with clients.

Waipahu patient
★★★★★

GREAT care, and even better service! … Love the personable feel I’ve received from their providers and you can tell people love working here.

Waiʻanae patient
★★★★★

They are amazing and very friendly. Good work out and acupuncture after which is very relaxing! Cant wait for my next appointment!

Waipahu patient

Your first visit

New Here? We’ll Make It Easy.

A few quick questions and we’ll tell you exactly where you stand and what happens next.

Call your nearest clinic and we’ll walk you through it:

Waipahu (808) 676-7700 Wahiawā (808) 628-9988 Waiʻanae (808) 696-4764

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Already have an appointment? Complete your intake forms online before you come in.

We’re hiring

Work three days. Spend four with your family.

Three 12s, four days off

Most positions work three 12-hour shifts a week. The other four days are yours.

Mentors, not sink-or-swim

Experienced staff in every role who want to mentor new graduates — and a clinic where people look out for each other.

Ahead on technology

We work with developers to stay ahead of other clinics, and we aren’t afraid to try new tools and new ways of working.

Every insurance welcome

We don’t select patients by their plan. Anyone who needs care gets a fair chance at it.

Apply Now

Or walk into any of our three clinics and drop off a resume. Equal Employment Opportunity employer.