Winter Pain Relief: How Physical Therapy Helps with Stiff Joints and Posture Problems
If you feel stiffer once temperatures drop, you are not imagining it. Cold weather often leads to less movement,…
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Holiday Stress and Travel: How to Keep Your Body Pain Free This Season
The holidays can be a lot on the body. Between airport travel, long drives, shopping marathons, and packed schedules,…
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Celebrating 10 Years of IMPACT Physical Therapy & Sports Recovery
On May 3, 2016, IMPACT Physical Therapy & Sports Recovery opened its doors with one mission: deliver high quality…
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Preventing Shoulder and Back Pain for Chicago Hockey Athletes
As the temperature drops in Chicago, athletes move indoors. For many, winter marks the start of intense hockey seasons…
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Dry Needling vs. Massage Therapy: Which Works Better for Muscle Pain and Tightness?
When you are dealing with a stiff neck, a knotted calf, or an aching lower back, the goal is…
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Fall Sports Injuries in Chicago: How Athletes Can Stay Healthy
Fall in Chicago is synonymous with sports. From high school football rivalries under the lights to college soccer matches,…
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Top Fall Recovery Tips for Chicago Runners and Athletes
Fall in Chicago is a runner’s dream. The marathon crowds have thinned, the humidity is gone, and the city’s…
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Cold Water Immersion FAQ – Safety & Timing Tips
Cold water immersion, from exhilarating open-water dips to targeted ice baths, has surged in popularity among athletes, fitness enthusiasts,…
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Is Diastasis Recti Common in Men? Chicago Awareness & Rehab:
When you hear “diastasis recti,” your mind likely jumps to pregnancy and postpartum recovery. And you’d be right –…