First Physical & Functional Rehab
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Waipahu(808) 676-7700

Fax(808) 676-7708

Wahiawā(808) 628-9988

Fax(808) 621-3388

Waiʻanae(808) 696-4764

Fax(808) 696-2853

Our Locations
Waipahu94-370 Pupupani StWaipahu, HI 96797Tue · Thu 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 7 AM–7 PM Wahiawā735 California AveWahiawā, HI 96786Mon · Wed · Fri 8 AM–8 PM Waiʻanae85-885 Farrington HwyWaiʻanae, HI 96792Mon · Wed · Fri 8 AM–8 PM
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First Physical & Functional Rehab · Since 1991

Physical therapy, massage & acupuncture in , & .

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Services

Everything you need for recovery

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

Physical Therapy

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

What we treat

OrthopedicSportsWork injuryAuto injury

What to expect

  1. 1Assess — movement, strength and goals
  2. 2Plan — built around your body and schedule
  3. 3Treat — manual therapy and guided exercise
  4. 4Track — progress until you are back

Three questions — no forms, no calls

Massage Therapy

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

Techniques

Medical massageManual therapyHoffa technique

Three questions — no forms, no calls

Acupuncture

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

What it helps

Pain managementHealth maintenance

Not offered at Waiʻanae

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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.

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
Patient reviews

In their own 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
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.

Mentors, not sink-or-swim

Experienced staff in every role, new graduates included.

Ahead on technology

We work with developers and try new tools first.

Every insurance welcome

We don’t select patients by their plan.

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Or drop a resume off at any of our three clinics