Move Simply — Alameda, CA
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about sports physical therapy, injury prevention, and performance training in Alameda, CA. If you're looking for a sports physical therapist in Alameda or the East Bay, you probably have questions. Here are the most common ones we hear.
Sports physical therapy focuses on helping active people recover from injuries, prevent future injuries, and improve athletic performance. Unlike traditional physical therapy that often focuses only on pain relief, sports physical therapy blends rehab with strength training, mobility work, and performance development so you can return to your sport stronger than before.
Yes. We specialize in working with runners in Alameda and the East Bay — from 5K runners to marathoners and ultra-distance athletes. Common running injuries we treat include shin splints, Achilles tendon pain, runner's knee, IT-band syndrome, plantar fasciitis, and hip pain.
Yes. We help Hyrox and hybrid athletes improve mobility, build multi-planar strength, and increase durability under high training loads. Our goal is to bridge the gap between rehab and performance so you can train at a high level without constantly breaking down.
Yes. We support high school athletes in Alameda and the East Bay with injury prevention, performance development, and return-to-sport programs. We focus on building strong movement foundations so young athletes can compete safely and confidently.
Most traditional clinics are insurance-driven, high-volume environments. That often means short appointments, limited one-on-one time, generic exercise programs, and a focus on temporary pain relief. At Move Simply, every session is one-on-one and personalized. We combine injury rehab with strength training so you don't just feel better — you perform better.
We are an out-of-network sports physical therapy provider in Alameda. That means we do not bill insurance directly. Instead, clients pay at the time of service and may submit receipts to their insurance company for potential reimbursement, depending on their plan.
Being out-of-network allows us to spend more time with each client, provide fully one-on-one sessions, create personalized programs, focus on long-term performance (not just short-term pain relief), and avoid limitations placed by insurance companies. Insurance-based clinics are often required to see multiple patients per hour and follow strict billing rules that can limit care. By staying out-of-network we prioritize quality over quantity — and your long-term health over insurance restrictions.
Your first session includes a comprehensive movement assessment. We evaluate mobility, strength, stability, coordination, and sports-specific demands. From there, we build a personalized plan designed around your goals and current capacity.
Many clients notice improvements within the first few sessions because we address root causes — not just symptoms. Long-term success depends on consistency, but our goal is always to help you build a foundation that lasts.
The first step is a free 15-minute consultation call. We'll discuss your goals, current challenges, and determine whether you're a good fit. From there, we'll schedule your comprehensive evaluation and begin your personalized performance plan.
Move Simply is for runners who want to stay injury-free, Hyrox and hybrid athletes pushing high training volumes, active adults who refuse to slow down, and high school athletes who want to compete safely. If you care about long-term health, performance, and longevity — you're in the right place.
What Our Patients Are Saying
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I'm so grateful for Dr. Dold. When I first came to see him my foot was seriously injured and I was in constant pain. Dr. Dold understood my goal of earning a black belt and how important it was to me.…
Basia Wright
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Working with Dr. Dold and the Move Simply Team for these last five months has been life-changing. After a major double knee injury and being told I wouldn’t run again, Dr. Dold did a thorough evaluati…
Ahjia Moore
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I came to Dr. Geoff (Move Simply PT) with a “sciatica” issue that was affecting my femoral nerve. I was in bad shape (I’m 71) when Geoff started me on an 18 week program to relieve my pain and strengt…
Mark Muller
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I was having issues with my shoulder and Dr. Dold guided me through a range of custom exercises to regain the strength and mobility that I had lost. These exercises have now become foundational to my…
Guy B
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Dr. Geoff Dold got me running pain free again. I came in with knee pain and lower back pain that had been limiting how far I could run, and both were gone by the end of treatment. He started by asking…
Asher Hoffman
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I started working with Dr. Geoff Dold of Move Simply in April of 2026 for some chronic glute pain/tightness that had been impacting my running for many months. I’m no stranger to PT and will try anyth…
Andrew Somera
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