Who We Are

Kinetik Performance and Rehab, located in Mission Viejo, California, was founded by two like-minded Doctors of Physical Therapy by the name of AJ Kirkpatrick and Kevin Kapka who are committed to helping people reach their peak performance in life.

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AJ Kirkpatrick, PT, DPT

Owner, Doctor of Physical Therapy

Dr. AJ Kirkpatrick PT, DPT is a graduate from the longest running Physical Therapy program in the country – Chapman University. Through the Chapman University research program, AJ has been involved in many research studies, one of which includes the study “Comparison of Three Treadmill Training Procedures For Persons With Knee Osteoarthritis,” which has helped shape his extensive understanding of the knee joint. AJ’s strong points of emphasis include sports, general orthopedics, chronic pain and post-surgical conditions. AJ has a passion for lending a helping hand to people whose lives have been halted by pain and dysfunction. He enjoys the process of teaching people how to be their best self by breaking through the barrier of pain to reach above and beyond their own personal goals. In order to do this, he utilizes many techniques which include hands on soft tissue mobilizations, joint mobilizations, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation, neuromuscular re-education, therapeutic exercises, functional movement biomechanical re-training, just to name a few, tailored to each individual’s presentation, needs, goals, and anatomy.

AJ grew up locally where he is a Tesoro High School graduate and has the pleasure of calling southern Orange County his home. He has a passion for all things athletics with emphasis towards football, basketball, and snowboarding which he enjoys in his spare time. AJ has endured his fair share of injuries throughout his athletic career and fully understands the difficulties of being forced away from the activities he loves. Although, he has grown up through sports, his true passion lies in seeing his patients overcome their physical, mental, and emotional barriers to become the best version of themselves through the rehabilitation process.

If you have any questions or would like to schedule a full one on one evaluation with Dr. AJ Kirkpatrick, PT, DPT, you are able to reach him by email at info@kinetikpar.com or text: (949) 464-4009.

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Kevin Kapka, PT, DPT

Owner, Doctor Of Physical Therapy

Dr. Kevin Kapka, PT, DPT is a graduate from the longest running Physical Therapy program in the country – Chapman University. Through the Chapman University research program, Kevin was a primary researcher in studies which included: “Comparison of Three Treadmill Training Procedures For Persons With Knee Osteoarthritis” and “Effects Of Gluteus Medius And Maximus Activation In The Standard Clamshell Exercise.” Kevin’s strong points of emphasis are sports, general orthopedics, lymphedema, post-surgical and concussion. As a concussion specialist, Kevin has established a state of the art return to play protocol that allows patients with post concussive symptoms to return at a faster rate. While learning and understanding the growing need for proper lymphedema treatment in the OC area, Kevin was able to present this information at The Western Foot and Ankle Conference in 2021 to various physicians and specialties. Kevin has a passion for returning patients to their sport, work, or daily routine better than before they were injured. He utilizes many techniques such as soft tissue mobilizations, joint mobilizations, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation, neuromuscular re-education, therapeutic exercises, functional drills, etc. that are tailored to each individual that is necessary for them to return to their life.

Kevin grew up in San Diego and loves to play recreational sports such as football and basketball during his down time. Kevin has more recently become an avid golfer and loves to help golfers achieve their personal goals. Kevin has suffered his fair share of injuries and understands the psychological and emotional toll that it can have on an individual. Kevin treats each patient as a person, not a diagnosis and it shows in his work.

If you have any questions or would like to schedule a full one on one evaluation with Dr. Kevin Kapka, PT, DPT, you are able to reach him by email at info@kinetikpar.com or text: (949) 464-4009.

Claire Keenan, PT, DPT

Doctor Of Physical Therapy

Dr. Claire Keenan PT, DPT is a graduate from Loma Linda University, which is part of a world-class academic medical center. At Loma Linda University, Claire was a primary researcher in a study titled "Low Back Pain - Does Hip Flexor Muscle Length or Strength Matter?" which was presented at the California Physical Therapy Annual Conference. Claire decided to pursue physical therapy after enduring multiple sports injuries that prevented her from doing what she loved. She understands the challenges that come with pain and injury and desires to help and advocate for each patient as they navigate that process. Claire desires to understand each individual and their goals in order to provide personalized care and help them get back to the things that matter most to them. Claire utilizes many techniques such as soft tissue mobilizations, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation, neuromuscular re-education, and therapeutic exercises -- all with a focus on a functional, individualized approach.

Claire is originally from Ventura County but now calls Orange County home. She is passionate about sports and continues to participate in many including flag football, basketball, and pickleball. When she isn't in the clinic, you can probably find her at a local coffee shop or on a hike by the beach.

If you have any questions or would like to schedule a full one on one evaluation with Dr. Claire Keenan, PT, DPT, you are able to reach her by email at info@kinetikpar.com or text: (949) 464-4009.

Ellie Dale, PT, DPT, OCS

Doctor Of Physical Therapy

Dr. Ellie Dale PT, DPT, OCS earned her doctorate degree in physical therapy from the University of California, San Francisco. Through the UCSF program she completed a Manual Therapy Fellowship and participated in a research study through the VA in Palo Alto which she then presented at the Combined Sections Meeting for Physical Therapists. After moving back to Southern California she earned her Orthopedic Specialist Certification and became an Adjunct Clinical Faculty member at Chapman University Doctorate Physical Therapy Program. She taught multiple courses including Musculoskeletal Practice Management, Concussion Management, and Advanced Orthopedics. It is here that she met her star students, Kevin and AJ, who excelled in the program. In 2023 Ellie joined a team to publish an article entitled “An Investigation of Scapular Dyskinesis in Recreational Surfers and Non-Surfers” which furthered her clinical reasoning with shoulder patients, specifically overhead athletes. Ellie’s strong points of interest are general orthopedics, chronic pain conditions, headaches, and TMJ. She loves treating a variety of orthopedic conditions and connects with each patient to tailor her treatments to their specific needs. She utilizes manual therapy, joint mobilization, neuromusuclar re-education, and functional strengthening. She also assesses and casts for custom orthotics to treat chronic foot/ankle injuries as well as knee, hip, and lower back pain.

Ellie grew up in Southern California and knew she wanted to become a physical therapist from an early age after sustaining multiple sports injuries. She loves spending time with her husband and two children, most often at the beach or on the fields, coaching and cheering on her kids.

If you have any questions or would like to schedule a full one on one evaluation with Dr. Ellie Dale, PT, DPT, OCS, you are able to reach her by email at info@kinetikpar.com or text: (949) 464-4009.

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