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The Basics of Foam Rolling
You have seen one at the gym, you have heard your friends talk about “foam rolling” but what benefits might foam rolling have for YOU.
Benefits of an Exercise Band
So after attending a running event expo, you received an exercise band in your “swag” bag from Athletico. You have seen them before or even have a few collecting dust in your closet – but what is the purpose of this yellow or green piece of elastic? What are the physical benefits to you and...Read More
Physical Therapy for Patients with Cancer
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...Read More
Seven Tips from Athletico Physical Therapy on How to Stay Safe and Healthy During and After Pregnancy
While pregnancy can change your life and body, you still need to do many of the activities you did before. So how do you stay in shape, avoid injury and remain healthy throughout pregnancy, not to mention after baby arrives? It starts with focusing on correct body positioning. Kelly Todd, PT, DPT the Women’s Health...Read More
3 Solutions for Quad Dominance: A Known Injury Risk Factor
One factor that athletic trainers and physical therapists look at when assessing knee injury risk is the reliance someone has between 3 groups of muscles – the quadriceps (quads), glutes, and hamstrings. Here’s a quick rundown of what these muscle groups all do:
Essential Tips to Stay Healthy This Spring
Keeping Your Hands Safe from 21st Century Thumb, Gardening and Softball After a long winter, Athletico Physical Therapy is excited to celebrate Occupational Therapy Month in April. Athletico’s Occupational Therapists, who specialize in hand therapy, are embracing springtime activities with athletes, gardeners, and everyone that is looking forward to getting spring back in their step!...Read More
Sitting vs. Standing: The Benefits of Standing
As soon as I identify myself as an “ergonomist,” I’m confronted with the same questions regarding ergonomics. No, this question isn’t related to the repetitive nature of assembly line work or the awkward postures assumed by building engineers, but it’s in reference to the continuing debate: Is Standing really better than sitting?
Athletico Physical Therapy Opens Facility in Woodstock, IL!
Athletico opens its newest physical therapy clinic in the city of Woodstock, Illinois. This facility, managed by Lisa Shaffer, PT, DPT, is committed to offering residents relief from pain, injuries, accidents, and everyday aches. Athletico Woodstock is located at 113 S. Eastwood Dr., close to the McHenry County Fairgrounds. This easily accessible facility is located...Read More