Sports Physical Therapy

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The Cook Children's Sports Physical Therapy team provide high-quality, family and patient-centered care to children and teenagers with orthopedic or sports-related injuries.

With extensive education and training in both pediatrics and sports therapy, the Sports Physical Therapy team at Cook Children's provides excellent care for kids and teens.

Pain Rehabilitation
The Cook Children's Sports Physical Therapy team evaluates and treats children and adolescents who have acute or chronic pain conditions as the result of a sports injury.

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Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation
Cook Children's team of pelvic floor rehabilitation specialists are here to help your child return to everyday life without leaking or pain.

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Vestibular Rehabilitation
Our vestibular team is comprised of audiologists, physical therapists and occupational therapists whose focus is 100 percent on kids and teens.

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The John and Tracy Sellers Sports Complex at Walsh Ranch location has a 30-yard football field, quarter-mile track, pitching mound and agility training area. The site also hosts adaptive training for kids and teens with different abilities, sports camps and home-school physical education programs.

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Jenny Arey, PT, DPT, OCS

Jenny Arey, PT, DPT, OCS is a Clinic Lead at the South Rehabilitation Clinic and has been with Cook Children's since 2011. Jenny is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and has obtained various specialty certifications including becoming a Certified Manual Physical Therapist and a Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy in 2015. She enjoys working with athletes of all types, building relationships with each individual, and striving to help every patient achieve their personal goals and reach their greatest potential. Jenny and her husband live in Northlake where they have one young son. In her free time, she enjoys working out, traveling, and spending time with her family and friends.

Richard Ashlock, PT, DPT, SCS

Richard Ashlock, PT, DPT, SCS is the Sports Physical Therapy program coordinator. He originally joined Cook Children's in 2008 and treated patients until 2012 when he left to serve in the mission field in Shanghai, China. He returned to Cook Children's Health Care System in November 2018. Richard has been involved with youth sports for over a decade, having coached basketball, baseball, and track. He also ran his own private practice in Shanghai, China for 2 years. He completed his undergraduate degree in 2001 at Harding University, where he ran track all 4 years, and earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2004 from the University of Central Arkansas. He has been a Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Sports Physical Therapy since 2013. Richard lives in the Fort Worth area with his wife and two sons. Away from the clinic, he is actively involved in his church and enjoys attending his sons' baseball games and staying active thorough exercise and playing all kinds of sports.

Kim Barb, PTA

Kim Barb, PTA has her BS degree from Stephen F. Austin University and has 27 years of experience working as a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant. She has experience working locally in Home Health, schools and outpatient orthopedic settings. Outside of work, Kim enjoys coaching soccer, swimming and traveling with her family. Kim and her husband of 27 years have two adult children and are long-term residents of Aledo. Kim enjoys working with patients of all ages and is rewarded by seeing them return to the activities they enjoy!

Melissa Beiler, PT, DPT, SCS

Melissa Beiler, PT, DPT, SCS is a Sports Physical Therapist and has been with Cook Children's since 2012. Melissa graduated as a Doctor of Physical Therapy from The University of Iowa in 2011 and completed a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish from Texas Tech University in 2008. She became a Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Sports Physical Therapy in 2015. Melissa enjoys working with athletes and kids from all backgrounds and levels but has personal experience with runners, gymnasts, and dance/drill team. She is passionate about approaching each patient individually and loves to see her patients excel and fully return to their chosen activity. Melissa is a member of the Cook Children's Pain Management Team and attends this clinic once a week. She also frequently serves as a Clinical Instructor to physical therapy student interns. Melissa and her husband live in North Richland Hills. They are very active and have run many marathons and half marathons. They enjoy working out, traveling, cooking, watching college football and eating lots of ice cream.

Ryan Blankenship, PT, MPT, SCS

Ryan Blankenship, PT, MPT, SCS has been a Sports Physical Therapist since 2004, and joined Cook Children's in 2014. He earned his Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science from Abilene Christian University in 2001. He then obtained his Masters of Physical Therapy from UT Southwestern Medical center in 2004. Ryan is a Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Sports Physical Therapy, and has been the lead clinician in our Sports Medicine Concussion Clinic since 2014. Ryan enjoys treating all types of athletes with special interests in concussion and the overhead athlete. Ryan lives in North Richland Hills with his wife and two kids. He enjoys camping, hiking, kayaking, playing basketball, and spending time with his family.

Devyn Clemence

Devyn Clemence PT, DPT is a Sports Physical Therapist who has been with Cook Children's since 2022. Devyn attended Texas Tech University and UT Health San Antonio where she received her doctorate in physical therapy. In her practice, Devyn most loves to serve the pediatric population. Previously, she has worked with both neurological and orthopedic pediatric patients, and currently works with the sports team in Mansfield. It is important to Devyn that her patients find their confidence following an injury and return to doing what they love. Outside of work, Devyn enjoys making arts and crafts and going for hikes. Her favorite ice cream flavor is cookies and cream and she loves to dance!

Scott Elmore, PT, DPT

Scott Elmore, PT, DPT is a Sports Physical Therapist and a Doctor of Physical Therapy. He enjoys working with all types of athletes but as a former college athlete, he has a passion of working with more overhead and throwing based athletes. Scott and his wife live in Fort Worth, TX. They enjoy traveling, sports, hiking, exercising/working out and are big “foodies.”

Jessie Fernandez, PT, DPT, OCS

Jessie Fernandez, PT, DPT, OCS has been a Sports Physical Therapist with Cook Children's since 2014. She has her Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy and is a Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy. Jessie has been practicing since 2012, and previously worked in an adult outpatient orthopedic clinic. She is passionate about treating pediatric and adolescent patients, as well as athletes. Jessie strives to empower patients and their family to fully participate in treatment in order to achieve optimal outcomes and meet their goals. Jessie lives in Fort Worth with her husband and their son. She enjoys traveling, hiking, running and spending time with her family.

Kate Jimenez, PT, DPT

Kate Jimenez, PT, DPT is a Sports Physical Therapist who joined the Cook Childrens team in 2024. She graduated with an undergraduate degree in Biology with an Emphasis in Pre-Physical Therapy from Grand Canyon University in Phoenix in 2017. From there, she went on to pursue her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from California State University, Long Beach and graduated in 2020. Previously, Kate has experience working with the adult population in the outpatient orthopedic setting, as well as working in the acute care setting. Kate loves getting to help her patients get back to what is most important to them and targeting each of their goals with an individualized approach and treatment plan. Kate and her husband live in Crowley with their dog, Duncan. She enjoys working out in her home gym, traveling, trying out new restaurants, staying active and going shopping.

Kelly Johnson

Kelly Johnson, PT, DPT, ATC, LAT is a Sports Physical Therapist and has been with Cook Children's since July 2022. Kelly is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and graduated from Hardin-Simmons University in 2013. She also has her Bachelor of Arts in Athletic Training. She has worked with a variety of sports and athletes. She has experience in a variety of settings include hospital and neurological settings. She enjoys working with patients help them achieve their goals and realize their potential. Kelly and her husband live in Arlington with their dog, Bonnie. She enjoys taekwondo, playing with her dog, and traveling.

Alyce Oszczakiewicz, PT, DPT

Alyce Oszczakiewicz, PT, DPT is a Sports Physical Therapist and has been with Cook Children's since 2015. Alyce is a former athletic trainer working with Division I athletes in a variety of sports. Alyce enjoys working with athletes of all ages with different diagnoses and various end goals. Alyce treats patients with a “work hard, play hard” attitude and enjoys having fun while helping athletes reach their goals. Alyce and her husband live in Haltom City. They enjoy spending time with friends and family and their new crazy puppy, Summer.

Savannah Rendon

Savannah Rendon, PT, DPT is a pediatric Sports Physical Therapist who began working at Cook Children's in 2022. She received her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Abilene Christian University then stayed in Abilene to continue her education at Hardin-Simmons University where she received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy. She first discovered her passion for working with children and sports through coaching at the Boys and Girls Club as well as assisting with camps as part of her time playing softball at Abilene Christian University. Savannah loves being able to assist athletes in reaching their goals so that they feel prepared and confident to return to their sports. In her free time, she enjoys playing softball/golf, walking her dog Tex, and spending time with friends and family outdoors.

Kyle Tatum, PT, DPT, OCS

Kyle Tatum, PT, DPT, OCS is the Clinic Lead at the Mansfield Rehabilitation Clinic and has been with Cook Children's since 2013. He practices as a Sports Physical Therapist. Kyle is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and is a Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy. He enjoys working with all types of athletes, but has a passion for working with over-head and throwing athletes. Kyle and his wife live in Burleson, TX with their two young kids. They enjoy traveling, sports and spending time on the water.

Amanda Vick, PT, DPT, OCS

Amanda Vick, PT, DPT, OCS is a Sports Physical Therapist and has been with Cook Children's since 2013. Amanda is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and a Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy in 2016. She enjoys making therapy a fun experience for each patient and is passionate about building trusting relationships with each family. Amanda and her husband live in Bedford with their two crazy dogs. They enjoy working out, spending time with their dogs and family, and trying new restaurants.

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Patients can make an appointment and physicians may refer a patient by calling 682-885-4063.

Please fax the physical therapy referral form to 682-885-7590.