A direct care clinic grounded in the belief that every patient not just professional athletes deserves the same quality of one-on-one care that elite competitors receive.
Dr. Kim Aing founded Unify PT after spending years watching what happened to patients inside high-volume insurance clinics. Fifteen-minute sessions. Different therapist every visit. Treatment plans shaped by what insurance would cover rather than what the patient actually needed.
She left that system to build something different a clinic where the standard of care every patient receives matches what elite athletes have always had access to. One doctor. One plan. Sixty uninterrupted minutes of focused treatment.
That model is now what every patient walks into, whether they're a professional football player returning from a hamstring tear or a weekend runner dealing with a knee that's been off for months.
The Doctor of PT who evaluates you on day one is the same clinician treating you on week six.
We use advanced diagnostics including MSK ultrasound to understand what's actually happening in the tissue.
Every patient is treated with the clinical rigor that competitive athletes require to return to sport safely.
"I trust Unify PT. As a sports performance specialist dealing with MLB, NFL and NBA athletes for over 20 years, there are only a few physical therapists I would fully put my trust in. Dr. Kim Aing and her team have been especially conscientious when dealing with athletes and general fitness clients alike. They take an assess-first approach comprehensively evaluating not only the symptoms but the full spectrum of potential causes. Only then do they treat. I would highly recommend their services. They care about the patient and the person."
Our doctors hold the highest clinical credentials available in physical therapy fellowship training represents advanced, post-doctoral specialization in orthopedics and manual therapy. Behind every great clinical experience is a team that supports it.
Houston native and founder of Unify PT. Completed mentorship training under Dave O'Sullivan, one of the most respected sports physiotherapists in the world. Built this clinic after years in high-volume insurance practices specifically to give every patient the standard of care that elite athletes receive.
Fellowship-trained in orthopedics and manual therapy the highest clinical credential available in physical therapy. Specializes in combat athletes, runners, and weightlifters. His approach combines hands-on precision with a deep understanding of sport-specific demands.
16 years of clinical experience. Certified Level 1 Olympic Weightlifting Coach (USA Weightlifting). Pat bridges clinical PT and athletic coaching in a way few clinicians can helping strength athletes, manual laborers, weekend warriors, and high-performance competitors optimize movement and recover from injury.
Specializes in pelvic floor health, working with patients on recovery, function, and everyday comfort as part of the clinical team.
Keeps the clinic running day to day while coaching active adults and endurance athletes. Works closely with the clinical team to make sure every patient's experience is seamless from scheduling to recovery.
11+ years of clinical massage experience. Specializes in sports and recovery massage, working alongside the clinical team to support every patient's recovery beyond the treatment room.
Unify PT, founded by Kimberly Sam Aing, leased 1,043 square feet in The Common a redevelopment of 1102 Pinemont in northwest Houston by Gulf Coast Commercial Group.
Read Article →An inside look at Dr. Kim Aing's journey from Houston native to founding a direct care clinic built around the standard of care that elite athletes deserve applied to everyone.
Read Article →A 1980s shopping center at 1102 Pinemont Dr. was reimagined into a modern retail center, welcoming Unify PT as one of its first new tenants in Houston's Heights area.
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Dr. Kimberly Sam Aing is a Houston native and the founder of Unify Physical Therapy and Wellness. She works with people who are frustrated that their pain keeps coming back, especially after seeing multiple providers and doing everything they were told to do. If you are tired of short term fixes and want real answers, this is where Dr. Aing does her best work.
Dr. Aing earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences and her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Texas at Austin. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists, holds a Diploma in Osteopractic, and has completed certification in Musculoskeletal Ultrasonography. This advanced training places her among a small percentage of physical therapists worldwide with this level of clinical specialization.
Her background includes mentorship under internationally recognized sports physiotherapist Dave O'Sullivan, known for his work with the England Rugby League and the Houston Open. Dr. Aing has worked with professional and elite athletes across the NFL and MLB, as well as marathon runners, HYROX competitors, and competitive volleyball, soccer, and tennis athletes. This experience sharpened her ability to assess complex movement problems, manage high training demands, and treat injuries that do not respond to standard care.
After years in traditional outpatient clinics, Dr. Aing saw how often patients were rushed through appointments or given generic plans that never addressed the real problem. She created Unify PT to focus on quality care, offering one on one sessions that are fully tailored to each individual. Her approach centers on finding the true source of pain and correcting it so patients can move forward with confidence.
Dr. Aing works with active adults who want their bodies to keep up with their lives, parents who refuse to be sidelined by pain, and athletes who expect their bodies to perform at a high level. Whether the goal is returning to sport, training at a high capacity, or simply moving without fear, she meets patients where they are and builds from there.
Her philosophy is straightforward. Pain has a reason. Movement can be trained. Lasting recovery comes from addressing root causes, not just symptoms. Dr. Aing helps her patients move better, feel stronger, and stay out of the cycle of recurring pain.
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Dr. Patrick Damrath is a fellowship-trained physical therapist with a specialization in orthopedics and manual therapy. Over the years, he has dedicated his practice to helping combat athletes, runners, and weightlifters recover from injuries, reduce their risk of re-injury, and overcome chronic pain. His approach combines hands-on techniques with targeted rehabilitation strategies tailored to the unique demands of high-performing individuals.
With a strong foundation in exercise science and advanced certification in dry needling, he also works extensively with active adults seeking to return to the activities they love pain-free and stronger than before. Whether addressing a recent injury or a long-standing issue, his goal is to restore optimal movement and function so that every client can perform at their best.
Pat Riley is a seasoned Physical Therapist with 16 years of experience helping people move, perform, and live better. With advanced Orthopedic and Manual Therapy Fellowship training, Pat blends clinical precision with a coach's intuition. He has guided a wide range of individuals: strength athletes pushing their limits, manual laborers protecting their livelihood, beginners learning to move with confidence, weekend warriors chasing personal bests, and medical professionals managing demanding careers. Pat's approach centers on optimizing performance, restoring function, and empowering people to understand their bodies. His work reflects a deep commitment to resilience, longevity, and human potential.
Edith Maldonado is a strength and conditioning coach who helps clients move better, get stronger, and feel more confident in their bodies. Her training blends functional movement, Olympic lifts, and run-specific work, always tailored to the individual, whether in a one-on-one or small group setting.
She works with a wide range of clients, from beginners to seasoned athletes, and those simply looking to stay active. Edith's approach to fitness is about making it sustainable and rewarding. She helps people discover the types of movement they genuinely enjoy, because when training feels good, it's easier to stay consistent.
At the core of her coaching is a clear mission: to help people move with intention, build lasting strength, and enjoy the journey along the way.
Kimberly, who goes by K2 here at Unify, is a Licensed Massage Therapist with over 11 years of experience providing therapeutic, movement focused bodywork. She specializes in deep tissue and sports massage, trigger point therapy, myofascial release, and structural alignment, with advanced training in recovery based techniques including dynamic cupping and instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization.
K2 takes a purposeful, results oriented approach to recovery, focusing on reducing pain, improving tissue mobility, and supporting efficient, functional movement. With a strong understanding of how the body's systems work together, she customizes each session to meet the specific needs of the individual, whether addressing chronic tension, supporting recovery from training or injury, or maintaining overall movement health.
At Unify, K2 works closely with our physical therapists as part of an interdisciplinary care team to ensure clients receive cohesive and comprehensive support tailored to their goals. This collaborative approach helps bridge hands on recovery with movement and rehabilitation to create more effective and lasting results.
Her goal is to help clients feel balanced, resilient, and confident in their bodies, making recovery a proactive and essential part of long term wellness.
Diane Baldemor is a Doctor of Physical Therapy with 12 years of experience treating patients across various settings, including inpatient rehabilitation, wound care, cancer rehabilitation, and pelvic health. She earned her undergraduate degree from Purdue University and her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Midwestern University.
With specialized training and five years of experience in pelvic floor physical therapy, Diane is passionate about helping individuals better understand their bodies and feel confident in their care. As a pelvic floor therapist at Unify Physical Therapy & Wellness, she works with individuals throughout different life stages and addresses a wide range of pelvic health concerns, including pelvic pain, pelvic floor dysfunction, pregnancy and postpartum changes, bowel and bladder concerns, core dysfunction, and pain with intimacy.
In addition to pelvic health, Diane is a Certified Lymphedema Therapist and offers lymphatic therapy to support post-operative recovery and overall wellness. Her approach focuses on promoting lymphatic circulation, managing swelling, and supporting the body's natural healing and recovery processes.
Diane takes a whole-person, individualized approach to care. She considers how breathing, movement, posture, the nervous system, core function, and pelvic floor coordination work together to influence symptoms and overall health. She is particularly passionate about helping individuals experiencing pelvic pain or pain with intimacy, including those whose symptoms may be influenced by stress, trauma, or nervous system dysregulation.
Her goal is to create a supportive, collaborative environment where patients feel heard, informed, and empowered with the knowledge and tools they need to improve their health, support their recovery, and participate fully in the activities and life they love.
