Sports Performance & Rehab
9451 Westport Road
Louisville, KY 40241
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Hours
| Monday: | 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Tuesday: | 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday: | 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Thursday: | 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Friday: | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Saturday: | Closed |
| Sunday: | Closed |
KORT Physical Therapy has been proudly providing the best in rehab since 1987. We know that injuries are never scheduled, but relief can be. If you're injured, tired of having less mobility or experiencing aches and pains, let our licensed clinical experts help. We believe movement is medicine and are committed to helping you get back to work, athletics and daily life. The road to recovery starts here.
We are proud to serve your community and are committed to providing each person an exceptional experience that promotes healing and recovery in a safe, compassionate environment. Our extended center hours offer the flexibility and convenience of same-day or next-day appointments. Request an appointment and experience the power of physical therapy today.
Josh Bixler, P.T., DPT, OCS, SCS, Center Director
Teresa Smith, P.T., DPT, OCS, CSCS, WCS
Branden Bell, P.T., DPT, COMT
Tyler Curry, P.T., DPT, OCS
Zach Powars, P.T., DPT
Zach is a Louisville native who earned his bachelor's degree in exercise science in 2020, his doctorate at Western Kentucky University in 2024 and is a published author in the Journal of Othpaedic and Sports Physical Therapy.
Zach enjoys treating all orthopedic injuries with a focus on post-operative care and sports rehabilitation.
In his free time, Zach thoroughly enjoys being on the go and carries a huge passion for weight training and being outdoors or watching sports.
Services
- Physical Therapy
- Orthopedic Rehabilitation
- Sports Medicine
- Select Sports Center of Excellence
- Recovery and Reconditioning
- ACL Program
- Arthritis / Osteoarthritis Program
- Concussion Rehabilitation
- Dry Needling
- Fall Prevention Program
- Injury Prevention
- Manual Therapy
- Pain Management
- Pre-/Post-Operative Care
- Spine Program
- Blood Flow Restriction
- Cupping Therapy
Care Delivery
Rachel Hamilton
Rachel Hamilton, a mother of three and a labor and delivery nurse, was weakened by a complex hernia surgery. When Rachel first attended physical therapy, her core was so weak she wore a supportive binder around her abdomen. Her post-surgery pain and soreness on her left side affected her so much that she temporarily switched responsibilities at work to take on less physically demanding duties. After a month of treatment, Rachel carried her 48-pound, 4-year-old daughter into the house from the car, something she was afraid she wouldn't be able to do again. Now, she carries her daughter down the hall to bed every night like she did prior to surgery. "I tell all my co-workers and patients in labor and delivery that pelvic floor physical therapy should be something that anyone who's been pregnant should do," Rachel said. "It's worth it to invest in yourself!"
James White
James White entered physical therapy after a torn ACL, thinking it would be an easy way to return to normal. Before physical therapy, James was finding physical activities, including playing soccer, difficult. However, as a young athlete, he was ready to work hard to return to the soccer pitch. James teamed up with Physical Therapist Braden Bell, who pushed him to get physically and mentally stronger. Ten months later, James has returned to his position as an attacking midfielder with the support of Braden. James developed a strong relationship with Braden and invited him to attend James' senior night. "I'm very grateful for everything that the staff did for me," James said. "They are a huge part of me getting to where I am today." Congratulations on your recovery James! Thank you for choosing us for your rehabilitation journey.
Jason Furdek
Jackson Furdek was in a dirt bike accident. He gave his body time to recover, but a subsequent lacrosse injury further injured his knee. Josh underwent surgery, followed by physical therapy at KORT. Knowing that Jackson is a serious multi-sport athlete, Physical Therapist Josh Bixler crafted a program that challenged and prepared Jackson to return to sports. "The most important thing for me to be able to do again was hockey because it's my favorite sport," Jackson said. "And, being able to play hockey meant that I could do almost everything else." Jackson worked hard toward his goals over the next several months. "I have been able to play again and have made lots of progress thanks to the physical therapy I had," he said. "The ability to skate again was thanks to some of the work I had in PT."
Community Involvement
Programs
Specialized programs vary by location. Contact us today for more information.
CoreVia Pelvic Health
CoreVia Pelvic Health is a specialized program providing care — and relief — to men, women and children. Our patients have access to specially trained pelvic health physical therapists.
CoreVia’s hallmark is advanced clinical expertise and timely access that enables our team to assess and treat symptoms related to pelvic health conditions.
For more information about CoreVia, click here.
Hand Therapy
Our certified hand therapists (CHT) provide comprehensive and industry-leading treatment for hand, wrist, arm, elbow and shoulder injuries or conditions. Our team will work with you to create an individualized program to return you to work, life and athletics as soon as possible.
For more information about hand therapy services, click here.
OrthoVive Joint Health
Dedicated to managing discomfort and loss of function, OrthoVive Joint Health meets you where you are in your osteoarthritis, or degenerative joint disease, journey, treating the condition and extending the life of your joint. Our therapists can enhance the results of non-surgical treatments and when surgery is needed, serve as your guide and coach maximizing the use of your new joint. We support your success through pre-operative education, prehabilitation and post-operative care.
For more information about OrthoVive, click here.
Pediatric Therapy
We offer multi-disciplinary pediatric therapy services – physical, occupational, speech therapy – to help children reach developmental milestones and their full potential. Therapy methods are typically given in one-on-one sessions, using play-based activities to gain insight into how a child moves, thinks and expresses themselves. Small group therapy also can be helpful for some children to build social skills and communication. Additional specialized programs, such as feeding therapy, sensory/emotional regulation, toe-walking and torticollis, are also available at select locations. We are committed to providing an exceptional experience that enhances each child's participation in desired family, community and school activities.
For more information about our pediatric therapy services, click here.
ReVital Cancer Rehabilitation
ReVital Cancer Rehabilitation is the first nationwide comprehensive oncology rehabilitation program of its kind. ReVital focuses on helping individuals with cancer, and those in recovery, live better lives. Our highly trained therapists lead a specialized rehabilitation program that helps manage the side effects of cancer and its treatment.
For more information about ReVital, click here.
Select Sports Center of Excellence
When you need dedicated, sports-specific care, look to our Select Sports Centers of Excellence (COE). Our COE designation conveys the highest quality in sports medicine delivery. It's an endorsement of expertise in sports as a clinical practice.
In these centers, you'll work with specially trained sports medicine physical therapists. Their advanced clinical skills and sports experience can help all levels of athletes.