Health Resources

Combating Childhood Obesity

Posted on June 17, 2014 by Lori Diamos

Childhood obesity is a rising epidemic and a valid concern for many parents.  With the surge in all things electronic from televisions, computers, video games, and hand held devices, we have populations of children being sedentary rather than up, moving, playing, and active.   As the economy puts stress on single, as well as two-parent, households the trend in meals has been on things fast, easy, and affordable which unfortunately does not often equate to healthy or nutrient dense.  Here are some eye opening facts on childhood obesity taken directly from an article by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (more…)

Behind the Scenes with the U.S. Men’s National Team Head Athletic Trainer

Posted on June 14, 2014 by Athletico

The World Cup is underway and hours before the U.S. Men's National Team takes the field, we wanted to provide our readers a behind the scenes look into how the U.S. Men's National Team's Head Athletic Trainer, Ivan Pierra has helped get the team ready! (more…)

Muscle Pain During Pregnancy: Part 2

Posted on June 11, 2014 by Athletico

Editor's note: Over the course of the next few weeks, we will be rolling out a three part series to common symptoms during pregnancy and how to treat them! Help!  What Is This Pain I Am Experiencing During My Pregnancy? You’re pregnant!  It’s an exciting and busy time for you.  So, why are you having pain? We continue with part 2 of symptoms during pregnancy. (more…)

Avoiding Soccer Related Injuries

Posted on June 10, 2014 by Athletico

Strains and sprains can occur in any sport, but why are certain ones more common with particular sports? With the World Cup right around the corner, an athlete in soccer is more prone to injuring things like his/her hamstrings, adductors, quadriceps, or hip flexors. There are risk factors that also unfortunately make one more apt to developing these injuries, but with the proper guidance and persistence, it is the hope that you stay injury free. (more…)

Muscle Pain During Pregnancy: Part 1

Posted on June 3, 2014 by Athletico

Editor's note: Over the course of the next few weeks, we will be rolling out a three part series to common symptoms during pregnancy and how to treat them! Help! What Is This Pain I Am Experiencing During My Pregnancy? You’re pregnant!  It’s an exciting and busy time for you. So, why are you having pain? (more…)

Debut Marathoner Series: Hitting the Ground Running

Posted on May 29, 2014 by Athletico

Congratulations! You have been selected to run in a Marathon. Now what? Whether you signed up for fun or in hopes to set a personal best, you have now committed yourself to 26.2 miles of fun! (more…)

Physical Therapy for Patients with Cancer

Posted on May 28, 2014 by Athletico

Physical therapists are medical professionals who specialize in using exercise to treat a variety of conditions. Physical therapists treat patients with post-surgical shoulders and knees, orthopaedic related pain; patients who have suffered a stroke, heart attack; patients who may have developmental delays or are at risk for frequent falls. Many people benefit from physical therapy with many different needs to be addressed. Patients who have cancer or who have had cancer in the past can also greatly benefit from physical therapy. Each and every one of us has been affected by cancer in some way, leading us to seek out the best treatment for ourselves or loved ones. Physical therapy is a great adjunct to treatment both, during or after cancer related treatments.  (more…)

How Genetics May Affect Endurance Performance

Posted on May 27, 2014 by Athletico

Editor's note: The following blog was originally posted on Triathlon & Multisport Magazine. You can follow them on Twitter @trimultimag. Travis Orth is a Physical Therapist at Athletico Willowbrook.

Triathlon is a sport that rewards hard work. And while we can all strive to be the best we can be, 99.9 per cent of us will never enjoy the view from the top step of the podium at a major endurance race. Why is this may have something to do with our genetics. Dr. Travis Orth sheds some light on recent research into a number of genes that may affect endurance performance. (more…)