I’m the #1 baseball physical therapy in Philadelphia. I’ve been treating athletes throughout my career which has spanned 16 years and, as a result, has enabled me to understand how to manage their specific needs.
I grew up in Harleysville, Pennsylvania but now live in Philadelphia with my wife and two sons, who are four and six years old. In my free time, I love enjoying outdoor activities. Recently, I have returned to mountain biking after a long hiatus, and it felt like I could pick up right where I left off.
Another big part of my life is my stutter, which I have dealt with since the second grade. It started unexpectedly during a reading exercise, and I’ve had it ever since. Growing up, it was challenging and definitely impacted on my confidence but over time I learned to push past it and not let it affect what I wanted to do in life.
As for why I became a physical therapist: When I was younger, I sustained an injury that ultimately ended my role as a professional athlete. I knew I couldn’t be an athlete forever, so I sought a career where I could stay connected to athletics and help other active people. At McKenzie Sports Physical Therapy, we work with everyone but specialize in athletes, particularly baseball players. Our mission is to leave no stone unturned. We want to address not just the physical but also the emotional aspects of injury. We believe in finding the root cause of the injury rather than following a standard “shoulder plan” or “knee plan.” We create a personalized “you plan” because each person’s needs vary from visit to visit.
In many large physical therapy practices, patients are treated like numbers, moving through generalized treatment plans without continuity of care post-injury which makes the chances of the injury returning more likely. At our clinic, you’re not just another case and you’re not treated as a number. Every session is tailored to your unique needs, and we ensure we address all factors that could be contributing to your injury.
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I’ve become known as the leading baseball physical therapist and throwing pain expert in Philadelphia because of the results I achieve with my clients.
Often, I see athletes who have failed care elsewhere. They’re at their wit’s end, going to a surgeon who says, ‘Well, it looks like we need to do surgery since other care hasn’t worked.’ Even when it’s not necessarily a surgical issue, they’re told surgery is the next option because they’ve tried everything else.
That’s when they find me – when they’re looking for a non-surgical option. I can provide the results they’re hoping for, getting them back to throwing without surgery. I’ll never forget a high school softball player I treated who’d been dealing with shoulder pain for nearly a year. She was in physical therapy elsewhere but wasn’t seeing results. She eventually saw a surgeon who suggested she might need labrum surgery. Her family wasn’t comfortable with that, so they sought out another orthopedist. Thankfully, this orthopedist advised against surgery and referred them to me.
When they came to me, I provided exactly what she needed, which was different from the care she’d received before. The turnaround was remarkable – she didn’t need surgery, regained her ability to throw hard, and returned to doing what she loves.
What makes us unique here is that we listen. I’d say we’re experts at listening. We hear your concerns, your goals, and that’s what’s missing in healthcare today. You want a healthcare provider who listens, who’s on your team, and who truly considers what you have to say. That’s what we offer.
We’ve also built a reputation for achieving results – often very quickly. Because of our approach, which combines listening, addressing the root cause, and acting swiftly, you get rapid results.
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Chris has authored his own book Titled “Unleash Your Pitching Potential”.
Chris also presents yearly at the University of Pennsylvania’s Throwing Symposium.
Chris is recognized by many of the top orthopaedics in Philadelphia and often referred players by them when other care providers fail.
