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Alter Physio & Acupuncture

★★★★★ 5.0

Alter Physio & Acupuncture

  • Physiotherapy
  • Acupuncture
  • Practitioners
    • Hide Kuwabara
    • Haruki Sakai
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Physiotherapy & Acupuncture
in Amsterdam

Western and Eastern approaches, thoughtfully integrated
to support pain relief, movement, and deeper recovery.

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Our Services
Whole-Body Assessment Physiotherapy & Acupuncture Pain, Performance & Recovery Stress & Nervous System Support

Our Approach

A more complete way to support recovery

Pain is rarely isolated. Movement, tension, stress, and recovery are often deeply connected. This practice was created for care that looks at the wider picture — with physiotherapy and acupuncture offered as distinct paths, selected according to your present needs.

What is Alter Physio & Acupuncture
AlterPhysio

Services

Choose your care

Start with what fits your current needs

Physiotherapy

For pain, injury, movement restriction, and performance support.

  • Pain relief
  • Sports injuries
  • Mobility & function
  • Performance support
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Acupuncture

For stress, tension, recovery, and nervous system regulation.

  • Stress regulation
  • Sleep & recovery
  • Whole-body balance
  • Tension relief
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What We Treat

Concerns we support

Musculoskeletal Pain

  • Back & Neck
  • Shoulder
  • Knee & Hip
  • Foot & Ankle
  • Hand & Elbow

Movement & Performance

  • Sports injuries
  • Posture & movement issues
  • Performance support

Internal & Whole-Body

  • Stress-related concerns
  • Chronic conditions
  • Nervous system regulation
View all conditions

Process

What to expect

01

Listen & Assess

Assess your current concern in full context.

02

Understand the full picture

Look beyond isolated symptoms and assess the wider pattern.

03

Treat with the right approach

Physiotherapy, acupuncture, or an integrated response as needed.

04

Support long-term change

Treatment is supported by guidance, clarity, and clear next steps.

Eastern Medicine

Integrating Eastern wisdom

In some cases, recovery is influenced not only by movement, but also by tension, stress, and nervous system regulation. Acupuncture is available when needed — as a complement to physiotherapy, or as a standalone path.

Specialized Recovery Partner:

Advanced muscle recovery with Mylogenics Therapy

The best way to recover! Perfect for days when you’re not working out and need muscle recovery…. Read More


Bronze Medalist in Judo, Tokyo 2020 Olympics
Sanne van Dijke

Hide kijkt op een andere manier als normale fysiotherapeuten. Hij zoekt naar de oorzaak van je klacht in plaats van alleen de symptomen te behandelen. Ik ben super tevreden en zou Hide zeker aanbevelen!



AlterPhysio

Professional footballer (K .A.A. Gent/ Japan national team), 
Daniel Schmidt

I had been struggling with persistent heaviness and pain around my ankle for a long time. Instead of just focusing on the painful area, the treatment took a whole-body approach, addressing balance and connections throughout my body. Not only did I experience immediate relief, but I was also given clear guidance on exercises to manage any future pain. This has greatly helped improve my chronic discomfort.



Senior Transport and Logistics Executive
Martin Gussinklo

Na maanden van rugpijn en een armblessure door Padel, bezocht ik Hide’s praktijk. De professionele, vriendelijke sfeer viel direct op.
Hide analyseerde mijn klachten grondig en stelde een op maat gemaakte behandeling voor, wat meteen vertrouwen gaf. Na enkele sessies was de pijn volledig verdwenen.
Dankzij Hide kan ik nu weer zonder beperkingen van mijn sport genieten. Ik beveel hem en zijn praktijk van harte aan voor iedereen die een deskundige fysiotherapeut zoekt.


Daniel Schmidt
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Professional footballer (K .A.A. Gent/ Japan national team),
Daniel Schmidt

★★★★★

I had been struggling with persistent heaviness and pain around my ankle for a long time. Instead of just focusing on the painful area, the treatment took a whole-body approach, addressing balance and connections throughout my body. Not only did I experience immediate relief, but I was also given clear guidance on exercises to manage any future pain. This has greatly helped improve my chronic discomfort.

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Sanne van Dijke
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Sanne van Dijke
Bronze Medalist in Judo, Tokyo 2020 Olympics
Sanne van Dijke

★★★★★

Hide kijkt op een andere manier als normale fysiotherapeuten. Hij zoekt naar de oorzaak van je klacht in plaats van alleen de symptomen te behandelen. Ik ben super tevreden en zou Hide zeker aanbevelen!

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Martin Gussinklo
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AlterPhysio
Senior Transport and Logistics Executive
Martin Gussinklo

★★★★★

Na maanden van rugpijn en een armblessure door Padel, bezocht ik Hide’s praktijk. De professionele, vriendelijke sfeer viel direct op.
Hide analyseerde mijn klachten grondig en stelde een op maat gemaakte behandeling voor, wat meteen vertrouwen gaf. Na enkele sessies was de pijn volledig verdwenen.
Dankzij Hide kan ik nu weer zonder beperkingen van mijn sport genieten. Ik beveel hem en zijn praktijk van harte aan voor iedereen die een deskundige fysiotherapeut zoekt.

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New to the clinic? We’re here to help.

Find answers to common questions about treatment, costs, and insurance — or learn about our English-speaking care for expats in Amsterdam.

Information

Frequently Asked Questions

What to expect at your first appointment, how insurance and vergoeding work, costs, and more.

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For Expats

English-Speaking Physiotherapist & Acupuncturist

Fully English-speaking care for Amsterdam’s international community. No Dutch required — including insurance guidance for expats.

Expat Care →
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Location

Address

Arent Janszoon Ernststraat 665A
1082 LG Amsterdam

Phone

+31 6 400 66 580

Opening Hours

Mon – Fri8:00 – 18:00
Saturday8:00 – 13:00
Sunday9:00 – 16:00
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Contents


  • What is Alter Physio
  • Our Philosophy
  • Hide Kuwabara
  • Haruki Sakai
  • Collaboration
  • Price
  • Make an Appointment

Treatments


  • Physiotherapy
  • Acupuncture
  • Seitai (Japanese Osteopathy)
  • Functional training for Athlete
  • Japanese Acupuncture
  • Moxibustion (Moxa)
  • Acupuncture Massage
  • Mylogenics Therapy

Complaints


  • Musculoskeletal Conditions
  • Internal Imbalances

Musculoskeletal Conditions


  • Low Back Pain
  • Neck Pain
  • Shoulder and Upper Back Pain
  • Hand and Elbow Pain
  • Hip Pain
  • Knee Pain
  • Foot and Ankle Pain
  • Sports Injuries
  • Posture and Movement Issues
  • Chronic Conditions
  • Stress and Lifestyle-Related

Internal Imbalances


  • Autonomic Nervous System
  • Digestive & Hormonal
  • Immune & Constitutional
  • Stress & Burnout

Articles


  • #19 Shoulder Pain Physiotherapy Amsterdam | Alter Physio & Acupuncture
  • #18 Knee Pain Cycling Amsterdam | Alter Physio & Acupuncture
  • #17 Neck Pain Physiotherapy Amsterdam | Office Pain Tips
  • #16 Lower Back Pain Physiotherapy Amsterdam | Expert Guide
  • #15 Posture Improvement Tips from Amsterdam Physiotherapist

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Categories


  • Acupuncture
  • Exercises & Training
  • Injury Prevention
  • Integrated Therapies
  • Pain Management
  • Physiotherapy
  • Wellness & Lifestyle
Alter Physio & Acupuncture

Quickly Relieve Pain, Treat the Cause, and Train for Long-Term Health

+31 6 4006 6580

Arent Janszoon Ernststraat 665A, 1082 LG Amsterdam
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Physiotherapy

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Acupuncture

Pain relief, balance and recovery

Mylogenics Therapy

Advanced muscle recovery & performance