1 Health Providence

What 1 Health Providence does

1 Health Providence, operating as 1 Health Point / 1HP (legal entity: 1 Healthpoint, Inc.), is a private, bootstrapped telehealth education platform that delivers physical-therapy-led recovery programs for wrist, hand, and forearm repetitive strain injuries. Founded in 2015 by Doctors of Physical Therapy Matthew Hwu (DPT, OCS, CSCS) and Elliot Smithson (DPT, MS, ATC) and headquartered in Arcadia, California, the company targets professional esports athletes, competitive and casual gamers, software engineers, designers, and other desk-based tech professionals — segments the founders describe as chronically underserved by mainstream musculoskeletal care.

The core product, the 1HP Troubleshooter platform, combines a proprietary 7-Point Wrist Pain Screen, personalized recovery plans grounded in tendinopathy research and pain-science education, and named frameworks including the Healthbar Framework (tissue-capacity model) and Tendon Neuroplastic Training (TNT). A Gaming Pain Library maps specific gaming activities (PC, console, mobile) to named injury patterns (e.g., Game Over Grip, Thumb Bind Tendinopathy, Flick Wrist Syndrome, Fox Fingers). Delivery is entirely digital: web platform, Discord community, and video consultations. Supporting free properties include the Ultimate Wrist Pain Guide lead magnet, an extensive blog, a YouTube channel, and an active Reddit presence across dozens of gaming and RSI subreddits.

The business runs on a freemium / subscription model. Free content (guides, cheat sheets, library, blog, YouTube, Reddit, Discord) drives top-of-funnel acquisition; the primary paid offering is the Power Leveling Program — a multi-month structured program sold via a free consultation, featuring 1-on-1 evaluation, personalized plans, ongoing coaching, and a 3-Month Results Guarantee (full refund contingent on good-faith participation). Distribution is fully digital and global, with healthcare partnerships to top-tier esports organizations (FaZe Clan, 100 Thieves, Astralis, NiP, Team Liquid, Fnatic, LA Valiant) and earned media in ESPN, Washington Post, Wired, PC Gamer, Sports Illustrated, Variety, and Kotaku driving credibility. The company is HIPAA-compliant, supports OAuth login via Google and Discord, and reports having served over 3,000 individuals with 80–100% reported return-to-function outcomes and an average recovery time of approximately 3 months.

Name

1 Health Providence

Legal name

1 Healthpoint, Inc.

Website

https://1-hp.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

1HP (1 Health Providence) is a private telehealth education platform, founded by two Doctors of Physical Therapy, that delivers personalized recovery programs for wrist, hand, and forearm RSI to professional esports athletes, competitive gamers, and desk-based tech professionals via free content and a paid multi-month coaching program with a satisfaction guarantee.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Telehealth Physical Therapy / Repetitive Strain Injury Treatment

NAICS

Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists (62134)

SIC

Services-Misc Health & Allied Services, Nec (8090), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Digital Rehabilitation & Physical Therapy Therapeutics (HLACANAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Hand & Upper Extremity Therapy (OT/CHT) (HSADAIAH), Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Telemedicine Platforms (HLALAGAO), Sports Medicine (HLAKALAB)

Keywords

• Telehealth physical therapy
• RSI rehabilitation programs
• Esports health services
• Wrist pain treatment
• Digital health coaching

Headquarters

HQ city

Arcadia

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Power Leveling Program (1HP Complete Recovery Program): The primary paid offering is the 1HP Power Leveling Program — a multi-month coaching and education program with a 3-Month Results Guarantee (full refund if not satisfied after 3 months of good-faith participation). Includes 1-on-1 evaluation, personalized recovery plan, and ongoing coaching sessions. Exact price not publicly disclosed.
2. Free Educational Content and Resources: Free guides, cheat sheets, gaming pain library, blog articles, YouTube content, and Reddit AMAs serve as top-of-funnel acquisition. These free resources are used to build trust and capture leads for the paid program.
3. Premium Features / Subscription for Platform Access: The educational platform offers premium features requiring payment, including subscription-based access to the full Troubleshooter platform with personalized exercise tracking and content. Payment processing is handled for ongoing subscription access.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

1 Health Providence (1HP) is a telehealth educational platform that delivers personalized physical therapy exercise programs for wrist, hand, and forearm repetitive strain injuries (RSI). The company offers a free 7-Point Wrist Pain Screen and a paid multi-month Power Leveling Program with personalized recovery plans, exercise prescriptions, ergonomics coaching, and ongoing 1-on-1 support from Doctors of Physical Therapy. Its proprietary methodology targets tendinopathies, nerve compression conditions, and central sensitization in gamers, tech professionals, and desk workers, supported by a content ecosystem of free guides, blog, YouTube tutorials, gaming pain library, and a peer community Discord.

Product overview

1HP (1 Health Providence) operates as an educational platform built by Doctors of Physical Therapy, offering a portfolio of free and paid services centered on wrist, hand, and forearm pain management for tech professionals, software engineers, gamers, and desk workers. The core product is the 1HP Troubleshooter educational platform, which is complemented by the paid 1HP Power Leveling Program (a 3-month structured recovery program with a 3-Month Results Guarantee), supported by free resources including the Wrist Pain Cheat Sheets, Gaming Pain Library, 1HP Blog, YouTube channel with exercise tutorials, and Community Discord. The free 7-Point Wrist Pain Screen serves as an entry point, leading to personalized recovery plans. The company has published research on esports injuries and serves professional esports teams including FaZe Clan, 100 Thieves, Astralis, Ninjas in Pyjamas, Team Liquid, and Fnatic.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• 1HP Power Leveling Program

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 3,000 individuals helped resolve chronic wrist pain
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and major.

• RLPA (Rocket League Players' Association) and AkolytecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 31 October 20231HP partnered with the Rocket League Players' Association (RLPA) and Akolyte to provide cutting-edge health and performance support specifically for Rocket League esports athletes. This is a multi-party partnership addressing player health in Rocket League.
• cATalyzing PodcastminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 18 October 2023Dr. Matt Hwu appeared as a guest on the cATalyzing Podcast discussing impacting healthcare in esports. Podcast serves as a content marketing and thought leadership channel.
• FaZe ClancoreStrategic or Co-development Partner1HP provides health and performance services to FaZe Clan esports athletes. FaZe Clan is one of the most prominent esports organizations globally, competing in Fortnite, Call of Duty, CS:GO, Valorant, and other titles.
• 100 ThievescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner1HP serves as healthcare partner for 100 Thieves athletes. 100 Thieves is a major US-based esports organization competing across multiple titles including Call of Duty, Valorant, and League of Legends.
• AstraliscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner1HP provides health and performance support to Astralis esports athletes. Astralis is a Danish esports organization best known for CS:GO, where it has been ranked as the world's top team.
• Ninjas in PyjamascoreStrategic or Co-development Partner1HP serves as healthcare partner for Ninjas in Pyjamas athletes. Ninjas in Pyjamas is a Swedish esports organization competing in League of Legends, CS:GO, Valorant, and other titles.
• Team LiquidcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner1HP provides health and performance services to Team Liquid esports athletes. Team Liquid is one of the largest esports organizations globally, competing across CS:GO, League of Legends, Dota 2, Valorant, Fortnite, and more.
• FnaticcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner1HP serves as healthcare partner for Fnatic athletes. Fnatic is a UK-based global esports organization competing in League of Legends, CS:GO, Valorant, and other titles.
• LA Valiant (Overwatch League)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner1HP served as the physical therapist and wellness coach for the LA Valiant Overwatch League team, working directly with players on injury prevention and rehabilitation.
• Riot GamesmajorGTM or Marketing Partner1HP is featured and trusted by Riot Games (publisher of League of Legends, Valorant, and other titles). Dr. Hwu has participated in official Riot-affiliated esports health webinars and initiatives. Featured on the Riot Games press and media channels.
• Red BullmajorGTM or Marketing Partner1HP is featured by Red Bull as a trusted source for gaming health content. Red Bull is a major global sports and media brand with significant esports presence.
• Allied EsportsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerListed among media partners and featured organizations alongside Allied Esports, a global esports tournament and event company.
• Allied EsportsminorStrategic or Co-development Partner1HP has partnered with Allied Esports to provide health support for esports athletes at their events and facilities. Allied Esports operates gaming venues and tournament events globally.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Sword Health: Digital-first MSK and physical therapy platform selling to employers and health plans, with AI-guided exercise programs. Operates the same telehealth-PT business model as 1HP at significantly greater scale and capital intensity.
• Kaia Health: Digital therapeutics company providing app-based exercise and education programs for MSK pain and COPD. Closely comparable product modality (digital exercise + pain science education) to the 1HP Power Leveling Program, but addresses broader pain conditions.
• Hinge Health: Large venture-backed digital MSK care platform offering digital physical therapy and pain management programs via employers and payers. Same digital PT category as 1HP, but broader in anatomy and B2B distribution, making it the most consequential adjacent incumbent.
• Omada Health: Established digital care company offering virtual programs for chronic conditions including MSK. Comparable digital therapeutic delivery model with similar HIPAA-compliant infrastructure, B2B distribution, and outcomes-driven care positioning.

Direct peers

• Physitrack: Telehealth physical therapy platform providing exercise prescription, remote patient monitoring, and outcome tracking for clinicians. Directly comparable to the 1HP Troubleshooter platform in delivering personalized exercise programs to patients remotely.
• RecoveryOne (Vivo): Digital MSK platform delivering virtual physical therapy programs with sensor-guided exercises. Comparable digital PT delivery model and employer/payer channel as 1HP, focused on broader MSK conditions.

Emerging players

• Esports Healthcare: Specialist healthcare provider serving esports athletes with physiotherapy, nutrition, and performance services. The most direct niche competitor in the esports-healthcare space, with overlapping target customers but broader service scope.
• Limber Health: Digital MSK platform providing on-demand physical therapy through an employer/PT channel. Operates in the same digital PT space with a similar outcomes-tracking and remote exercise delivery model, though with broader anatomical focus than 1HP.
• Wyndly: Digital telehealth platform for a specific chronic condition (allergies) with similar DTC, content-led acquisition, and subscription-based care delivery. Comparable in business model and category-specialist positioning, though in a different clinical vertical.

Others

• Hyperice: Recovery and performance technology brand heavily embedded in esports and pro sports (similar partnership universe to 1HP including Red Bull). Adjacent rather than directly competitive, but overlaps in the gaming-recovery ecosystem and brand associations.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights4 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@1HP
• Xx.com/1hp_official
• Facebookfacebook.com/hpforgamers
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/1hp

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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