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Derek Lam Physical Therapy and Performance
Expert physical therapy and performance training to help you recover, rebuild, and thrive.
5(5 reviews)
physical-therapy
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Expert physical therapy and performance training to help you recover, rebuild, and thrive.
Derek Lam Physical Therapy and Performance in Oakland, CA, specializes in personalized rehabilitation and strength training for post-surgery recovery, chronic pain, and athletic performance. With a 5-star rating from 37 reviews, Derek combines physical therapy expertise with performance coaching to help patients achieve lasting results. Whether you're recovering from an injury like a ruptured Achilles or heel fracture, managing chronic conditions like plantar fasciitis, or aiming to return to sports, Derek provides attentive, goal-oriented care in a supportive environment.
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Customized treatment plans for recovery from surgeries like Achilles tendon repair or heel fractures, focusing on regaining mobility and strength.
Targeted therapy for long-term conditions such as plantar fasciitis, using fresh approaches to identify root causes and provide lasting relief.
Sport-specific drills and strength conditioning to help athletes return to peak performance and prevent future injuries.
Hands-on techniques to improve joint range-of-motion and reduce pain, tailored to individual needs.
Custom exercises designed to balance rehabilitation with activity goals, supporting progress from basic movement to hobbies like hiking.
Collaboration with other healthcare providers to ensure a cohesive treatment plan and ongoing support between appointments.
I worked with Derek post-op for a ruptured Achilles tendon. I play soccer regularly and wanted to be able to play full speed again without any issues. Derek was attentive and cognizant of that, developing a treatment plan to achieve that goal. After the first 6 months I was able to run, but I still had concerns about playing again. Derek worked with me for an additional 11 months, where we would do sport specific drills outside before the clinic was even open in order to get me accustomed to playing again. He went more than the extra mile to make sure that I returned to 100%. It’s been a few years since my surgery, I feel a 100% and haven’t had any issues playing multiple times a week. Derek is a fantastic PT and I’d highly recommend him.
Before seeing Derek, I struggled with chronic plantar fasciitis for over 10 years. It significantly limited my ability to stay active. I couldn’t walk for more than 10 minutes without experiencing intense foot pain. Over the years, I tried various treatments including physical therapy, acupuncture, and chiropractic care, but nothing brought lasting relief. I was referred for surgery, and that was when I decided to give physical therapy one last try. I am so glad I found Derek. He took a fresh approach, identified a different root cause, and developed a treatment plan that has made a real difference. Since then, I have been able to return to regular movement without pain. As my symptoms improved, we transitioned from physical therapy to personal training sessions focused on strength. I have become stronger, and my overall physical ability has noticeably improved. Derek is very knowledgeable, compassionate, and truly meets you where you are. I highly recommend him, even if you have tried physical therapy in the past without success. He has made a lasting impact on my quality of life.
I worked with Derek for 2.5 months during my post-op recovery from a comminuted intra-articular calcaneal (heel) fracture. I appreciate his knowledge and perspective - his experience working with foot/ankle trauma injuries was very helpful for a recovery timeline that is uncertain and different for each person. Derek is very patient - he took the time to address all my questions and concerns during our sessions, and stayed in sync with other providers that were part of my rehab. He's easy to get in touch with between appointments, and was kind enough to write up summaries after a few visits, too. He listened to my goals to regain my range-of-motion, and spent time on mobilizations/manual to work towards it. Derek carefully measured my range weekly, and put thought into finding exercises that would help mobilize the subtalar joint. We worked together to continually find a balance between PT exercises and getting back to the activities I missed. I really appreciated his support and encouragement during a difficult chapter in my recovery - from barely walking to getting back to my hobbies of hiking and starting to climb again!
There are physical therapists, personal trainers, strength and conditioning coaches and there is Dr. Derek Lam who excels at all three and more. I was was sedentary for months due to an injury. I made a daunting goal of rehabbing the injury then getting to a fitness level necessary to compete in a high level martial arts tournament. Derek confidently lead me through both the rehab and conditioning process with a unique customized program. Derek is very knowledgeable, professional and has great communication skills. I highly recommend Derek for anyone with a goal of returning back to activity.
For over two and a half years, Derek served as my physical therapist for my chronic health conditions. Throughout this critical time for me, he demonstrated characteristics that make him an excellent provider. His professional knowledge, bedside manner, patience and genuine care were some of the many outstanding qualities he exemplified. My health conditions evolved many times over this difficult period. Through it all, Derek listened keenly and was able to make effective adjustments to his treatment plans. He earned my trust quickly and became a key member of my care team. I always felt safe while under his care. Long story short, I am in a much better place with my health now because of his help. Without any hesitation, I highly recommend any patient work with Derek as they would be in excellent hands!
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