What kind of physical therapy does Impulse Physical Therapy specialize in?

Impulse Physical Therapy in Depew, NY specializes in sports and orthopedic physical therapy. We work with athletes of all levels, from middle-school to professional, on injuries like ACL tears, running injuries, throwing-related shoulder issues, post-surgical recovery, and return-to-sport testing.

Do I need a referral to see a physical therapist at Impulse?

No. New York State allows direct access to physical therapy. You can book directly with Impulse Physical Therapy without a doctor's referral. Some insurance plans may still require one for coverage.

Where is Impulse Physical Therapy located?

Impulse Physical Therapy is located at 5087 Broadway St, Suite 100 in Depew, NY 14043. We serve patients from across Buffalo, Cheektowaga, Lancaster, West Seneca, Williamsville, and Western New York.

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Sports Physical Therapy · Depew, NY

Impulse Physical Therapy is Depew, NY's #1 sports physical therapy practice, run by residency-trained clinicians who help active individuals of all ages get back to doing what they love. Mediocrity doesn't cut it here. We proudly provide the highest standard of physical therapy care WNY has to offer. That's the Impulse difference.

4Team Members

1,500+Athletes Treated

100%5-Star Google Reviews

Performance • Recovery • Strength • Return-To-Play • Performance • Recovery • Strength • Return-To-Play •

01 / Performance PT

Kathryn Piraino

PT, DPT, OCS · Orthopedic Clinical Specialist

Dr. Kathryn Piraino brings elite-level training to Impulse. With a DPT from D'Youville, a competitive orthopedic residency at the University of Rochester Medical Center, and time at the Cleveland Clinic, she chose Impulse for a reason: to practice PT the way it should be done.

Kathryn specializes in orthopedic injuries in active teens and adults, with a deep focus on running injuries. A long-distance runner, hiker, cyclist, and pickleball player herself, she gets what it means to want back in the game. Expect thorough assessments, honest answers, and a plan built around your goals, not a generic protocol."

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02 / Founder

Alex Peters

PT, DPT, ATC · Board-Certified Sports Clinical Specialist

Dr. Alex Peters founded Impulse Physical Therapy to redefine the standard of athletic rehab & recovery. He envisioned a practice built on the patient's journey, where care is a collaborative partnership rather than a transaction. He understands the need for high-quality therapy in our community. Seeing patients 1-1 only and turning away from the standard high-volume clinic model are both integral to his mission.

Before Impulse, he completed a competitive 13-month sports residency at Texas Children's Hospital, working alongside leading sports medicine physicians while treating athletes from middle school to the pros. That depth of experience shows up in every evaluation: care backed by evidence, technology, and real sport-specific knowledge. This makes Alex the only PT in the area with these credentials.

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03 / Clinical Coordinator

Ava Ferreira

Clinical Coordinator · Outreach & Patient Coordination

Ava runs point on patient coordination and community outreach at Impulse. From your first phone call to follow-ups between visits, she's the one making sure nothing slips and everyone gets the attention they need.

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Ava Ferreira, Clinical Coordinator at Impulse Physical Therapy

04 / Operations

Delia Thompson-Peters

OTR/L, CAPS, ECHM, CFPS · Operations & Marketing Manager

Delia Thompson-Peters keeps Impulse moving. As an Occupational Therapist, she brings clinical insight to every part of how the practice runs, from scheduling to patient experience to the marketing you see online.

Delia Thompson-Peters, Operations & Marketing Manager at Impulse Physical Therapy

FAQ

Common questions.

What does Impulse Physical Therapy specialize in?

We're a sports and orthopedic physical therapy clinic in Depew, NY. We work with athletes of all levels — middle school through professional — on injuries like ACL tears, running injuries, throwing-related shoulder issues, post-surgical recovery, and return-to-sport testing.

Do I need a referral to come in?

No. New York State allows direct access to physical therapy, so you can book with us without a doctor's referral. Some insurance plans may still require one for coverage — we're happy to help you check.

Where is Impulse located?

We're at 5087 Broadway St, Suite 100 in Depew, NY 14043. We see patients from across Buffalo, Cheektowaga, Lancaster, West Seneca, Williamsville, and the rest of Western New York.

What makes Impulse different from other clinics in the Buffalo area?

Impulse is the only clinic in the entire area with a board-certified sports physical therapist. We were founded to show our community what proper PT actually looks like: high-quality, evidence-based care that puts the patient at the center of their rehab journey instead of treating them as a passive bystander. Every session is one-on-one. That's a deliberate departure from the high-volume model used at most local clinics, where PTs split their attention between three or four patients an hour. We think that's a disgrace to the profession, and our patients can feel the difference. Dr. Alex also offers a free discovery call for new patients to learn about their goals and make sure Impulse is the right fit before any commitment.

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