Claire Switzer, PT, DPT, SCS
Physical Therapist - Clinical Specialist
Email: cxswitze@texaschildrens.org
Phone:
832-828-1800
Phone:
281-494-7010
Clinic
Languages: English
Departments:
Office location:
15400 Southwest Freeway
Suite 100, 200, 310
Sugar Land, TX 77478
Get to know Claire Switzer, PT, DPT, SCS
Dr. Claire Switzer is a sports physical therapist who specializes in treating children and adolescents with sports injuries and conditions. She uses evidence-based practices and techniques to tailor treatment to a patient's goals. She also collaborates with other sports physical therapists, sports medicine physicians and athletic trainers to ensure appropriate care across the continuum.
Dr. Switzer has frequently presented and participated in Texas Children's Sports Summits, which aim to educate our sports medicine team system-wide and maintain best practices for our patients. She is frequently reading research and participating in Texas Children's sports journal club to update her practice and foster collaboration within our system.
Personal Statement
I am committed to providing the highest quality of care to my patients and their families. I understand firsthand the impact of being unable to play your sport while injured. My goal is to provide support to my patients and give them the tools to succeed when they can return to their sport. I hope to return my patients to sport feeling even better and stronger than they were before their injury.
I enjoy weightlifting, reading and baking in my spare time. I also play sand volleyball on the weekends and love watching sports games live and on TV. I am the Houston Astros’ and Oklahoma Sooners’ biggest fan. I enjoy any time I get to spend with my friends and family.
Clinical Interests
Post-concussion, Post-op ACL reconstruction, Volleyball athletes, Ankle and Knee injuries
Education
| School | Education | Degree | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Children’s Hospital | Residency | Sports Physical Therapy | 2021 |
| Texas Woman's University | DPT | Doctorate of Physical Therapy | 2020 |
| The University of Oklahoma | Bachelors | Bachelor of Science Health and Exercise Science | 2017 |
Organizations
| Organization Name | Role |
|---|---|
| American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy | Member |
| American Physical Therapy Association | Member |
| Pediatric Research in Sports Medicine | Member |
| Texas Physical Therapy Association | Member |
Board Certification
Board Certified Sports Clinical Specialist
* Texas Children’s Hospital physicians’ licenses and credentials are reviewed prior to practicing at any of our facilities. Sections titled From the Doctor, Professional Organizations and Publications were provided by the physician’s office and were not verified by Texas Children’s Hospital.
Research interests
Lower extremity injury after concussion, Blood Flow Restriction Training, Sport Specialization, Strength and Conditioning programming