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Physical Therapy after a Hip Replacement
Hip replacements are one of the most commonly performed orthopedic surgeries. Having been performed since 1960, the surgical technique and prosthesis used have been perfected to allow the patient optimal recovery of functioning with less pain. Having the surgery is only half the battle when it comes to the new joint. Physical therapy is the...Read More
Five Reasons to Get a Massage during the Holiday Season
The holidays are here and this time of year is all about giving, making other people’s holiday wishes come true, and selflessness. But what about you? What have you done for yourself lately? Certainly it wouldn’t hurt to treat yourself while you are out taking care of everyone else. These are the top 5 reasons...Read More
Athletico Opens Facility in Lake Forest
As the official Physical Therapy partner of the Chicago Bears, it is fitting that Athletico has opened a new facility in Lake Forest, home of Halas Hall, Football Drive, and the Walter Payton Center. Area residents who have pain from an accident, sports injury or even just everyday activities now have a new resource with...Read More
Active Release Techniques® (ART)
As part of your physical therapy treatment, Active Release Techniques® (ART) is a soft-tissue mobilization technique that treats conditions such as headaches, back pains, plantar fasciitis, and knee problems, which are often associated with overused muscles, tendons, ligaments, and nerves. Persistent pain and restriction of motion can be caused by a build-up of scar tissue...Read More
Specialty Techniques
Our therapists possess advanced training and certifications shown to deliver positive clinical outcomes and expand the range of services we offer to help you get better. We customize and personalize our approach to ensure we’re following the best treatment plan for you. IASTM Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization, often referred to as IASTM, is a...Read More
Health Resources
Athletico’s clinicians and staff are happy to provide additional information and resources on rehabilitative and fitness questions. Please ask your clinician any injury, recovery, or fitness questions that you may have. Below you will find a list of resources that may provide further information. Active Release Technique ART is a patented, state-of-the-art soft tissue system/movement based massage technique that treats...Read More
Research
Commitment to Continuous Education Athletico’s core values of one team, understanding our business, recognition, people-focused, accountability, continuous innovation and trust & integrity are at the forefront of our company and culture. Athletico clinicians live these values every day in the work they do for the communities they serve. The content featured below highlights our clinicians’...Read More
5 Tips to Staying Healthy in Gymnastics
Editor’s Note: Today’s post is written by Amy Bell, PT, DPT. Amy is Athletico’s Gymnastics and Cheerleading Program Manager. Young gymnasts everywhere aspire to go to the Olympics one day and compete for the gold. While the road ahead will not be easy, staying healthy while participating in gymnastics will be the key to helping gymnasts’...Read More