Business Details
Expert Physical Therapy for Baseball Pitchers in Seattle
Kirbach Physical Therapy was founded by Dr. Alex Kirbach, a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, to address the unique needs of overhead athletes, particularly baseball pitchers. Our practice focuses on comprehensive rehabilitation and performance optimization through personalized one-on-one care, combining advanced clinical expertise with sport-specific knowledge. We specialize in analyzing pitching mechanics via video analysis, developing tailored exercise programs, and guiding athletes through evidence-based return-to-throwing protocols. Our services are available through in-person mobile visits across the Seattle metropolitan area and virtually via telehealth for Washington state residents.With extensive experience treating complex injuries affecting the shoulder, elbow, and entire kinetic chain, we prioritize patient education, functional recovery, and injury prevention strategies. Our approach emphasizes hands-on care, biomechanical assessment, and integration of strength training principles to help athletes of all levels achieve optimal outcomes. We maintain active engagement with patients through educational blog content addressing overlooked injury patterns in overhead athletes and offer complimentary consultations to assess individual needs. Our commitment to quality care is demonstrated through documented patient success stories and ongoing professional development in specialized rehabilitation techniques.
Services
Physical Therapy
Telehealth Consultations
Pitching Mechanics Analysis
Injury Prevention Programs
Rehabilitation Plans
Video Analysis
Return-to-Throwing Protocols
Biomechanical Assessment
Strength Training Integration
Patient Education
Highlights and features
- We specialize in baseball pitching mechanics and injury rehabilitation
- Our founder holds advanced physical therapy and strength training certifications
- We offer both in-person mobile visits and telehealth consultations
- Our approach combines clinical expertise with sport-specific knowledge
- We provide evidence-based return-to-throwing protocols developed through video analysis
Associations and certifications
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
- Barbell Rehab Method (BRM)
What people say
Professional, informative
Highly recommend
Helped me get back
Motivate you he is your guy
Quickly improved condition
Services
Physical Therapy
Specialized physical therapy for overhead athletes addresses injuries throughout the kinetic chain. Our evidence-based approach combines manual therapy, functional movement assessment, and sport-specific rehabilitation. Treatment plans focus on restoring mobility, building strength, and preventing re-injury through personalized one-on-one care.
Telehealth Consultations
Remote physical therapy consultations available for Washington residents through secure video platforms. Services include injury assessment, rehabilitation guidance, and pitching mechanics analysis using recorded video submissions. Virtual care maintains the same high-quality standards as in-person visits with personalized exercise programming.
Pitching Mechanics Analysis
Comprehensive evaluation of pitching motion using video analysis to identify mechanical inefficiencies. Our assessment identifies movement patterns contributing to injury risk while developing corrective strategies. This service helps optimize performance and reduce stress on vulnerable joints through targeted interventions.
Injury Prevention Programs
Proactive training programs designed to reduce injury risk in overhead athletes. Our protocols address mobility limitations, strength imbalances, and movement inefficiencies through sport-specific exercise prescriptions. Programs emphasize proper warm-up techniques, recovery strategies, and performance enhancement principles.
Return-to-Throwing Protocols
Structured throwing programs guide athletes through progressive return-to-play phases after injury. Our evidence-based protocols balance tissue adaptation with performance demands while monitoring workload parameters. The program includes biomechanical feedback and readiness assessments for competitive return.
People
Dr. Alex Kirbach
Owner/Founder
Doctor of Physical Therapy with certifications in strength conditioning and barbell rehabilitation. Specializes in overhead athlete injuries and pitching mechanics analysis. Provides personalized care through mobile and telehealth services.
Questions
Do you specialize in treating specific sports injuries?
We specialize in treating overhead athletes, particularly baseball pitchers, addressing injuries throughout the shoulder, elbow, and entire kinetic chain using sport-specific rehabilitation techniques.
Are telehealth appointments available?
Yes, we offer telehealth consultations for Washington state residents, including video analysis of pitching mechanics and personalized rehabilitation programming through virtual platforms.
What areas do you serve for in-person visits?
In-person mobile physical therapy services are available in Seattle, Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond, Issaquah, Sammamish, Renton, and Kent areas until July 30th.
How do you approach injury prevention?
Our injury prevention programs combine mobility work, strength training, and biomechanical analysis to identify and correct movement patterns that increase injury risk for overhead athletes.
What certifications do you hold?
Dr. Kirbach holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree, is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, and a Certified Barbell Rehab Method clinician with specialized training in athlete rehabilitation.
