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How To Prepare For Your First Race!
Updated: June 16, 2025 Spring is in the Air! After a harsh winter, spring has finally sprung and the official start to the Chicago running season has begun with the completion of the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle this past weekend. Were you out there among the thousands running on Sunday? Were you standing on...Read More
6 Conditions You May Not Realize Physical Therapists Treat
Every year in October, we celebrate National Physical Therapy Month. There are many individuals that have seen a physical therapist (PT) for common reasons such as low back pain or knee pain. There are many different conditions, however, that PTs may treat that you may not be aware of. In order to keep up their...Read More
How the Complimentary Injury Screening Can Help YOU for the Back to School Season
Schools are gearing back up for another school year! The school year starts with lots of energy and positivity, but can also contribute to pain. Teachers are moving rooms, lifting boxes and books, are stooped over the desks of the children, and will be sitting for hours grading papers. Students will be sitting for long...Read More
Adding 3D “Fun”ction to Your Walk or Run: Part 1
Now that warmer weather is finally here, we are all stir crazy to get outside and start having some fun in the sun. A simple and easy way to have fun in the sun with exercise is to start a walking or running program. In the spring and summer months you’ll see walkers or joggers...Read More
If My Arthritis is Not Reversible, Why Should I See a Physical Therapist?
As a physical therapist I often hear people make the statement “My knee hurts today, but it always does; I have arthritis” or “Physical therapy can’t help me because my pain is from arthritis.” Once a joint is showing arthritic changes or degeneration, it’s true that degeneration will not reverse. However, research is showing more...Read More
Graston Technique®
The Graston Technique® consists of six patented stainless steel instruments, of various sizes, that assist in soft tissue mobilization techniques. The instruments are used to detect and treat scar tissue and/or soft-tissue restrictions that may be contributing to a patient’s symptoms and limit the ability to perform activities of daily living. The treatment goal and...Read More
Physical Therapy
Choosing Physical Therapy Physical therapy is one of the best healthcare choices you can make. It’s a safe, affordable and effective way to manage your pain while providing you with long-lasting health benefits. Why Our Treatment Works Our physical therapists are experts in motion. Our clinicians undergo advanced training and pursue certifications, which give them...Read More
What Hurts?
Questions About Your Injury Or Pain? Athletico has created an injury hotline available to anyone who sustains an injury or has questions about pain, strains or injuries. A certified and licensed athletic trainer (AT) will answer your questions and direct you appropriately for care. Call Athletico’s Injury Hotline at 1-877-ATHLETICO (877-284-5384). Click here to find...Read More