September
Newsletter
Concussion Awareness
September 15th is
National Concussion Awareness Day   

Concussions don't only occur during high-impact sports such as football and soccer. Even the simplest task can lead to a slip, trip, fall, or collision that impacts your head and your brain.

Recognizing the signs and symptoms of a concussion is crucial to receiving the proper care. Note that symptoms may not appear immediately and can sometimes take hours or even days to manifest.

Common Symptoms Associated with Concussion Include:
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Fatigue
  • Mental Fogginess
  • Light Sensitivity
  • Difficulty Concentrating
  • Visual Disturbance
  • Sensitivity to Sound

Physical therapy is an important part of concussion rehabilitation as it can reduce symptoms such as headache, dizziness, nausea, and sensitivity to light and sound. It can improve balance and coordination and increase strength and flexibility. Physical therapy can also help improve cognitive function including concentration, memory, and reaction time.

If you've been diagnosed with a concussion or are experiencing concussion symptoms, contact us today to see if concussion rehab is right for you.
Physical Therapist Top 2 Recommended
Post Marathon Recovery Items
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If you are running the Chicago Marathon or have another upcoming race, check out two post-race recovery items that come highly recommended by our physical therapists and athletic trainers to help your body bounce back quicker!
Swimmer Strengthening Exercises
Swimming is a demanding sport that requires a unique combination of technique, endurance, and strength. While the focus on proper stroke mechanics and cardiovascular fitness is important, the significance of swimmer-specific strength exercises cannot be overlooked. These exercises go beyond traditional weightlifting routines, targeting muscles and movements essential for optimal performance in the water. Watch the video below that highlights a handful of exercises to help unlock your full potential in the pool.
Blog: Swimmer’s Shoulder:
Prevention and Treatment
  • Could your shoulder pain be a condition known as swimmer’s shoulder? The large repetitive motions that your shoulders must perform while swimming can often lead to pain. Below are a few things that may contribute to swimmers shoulder:
  • There are problems with your stroke mechanics
  • You tend to overtrain or don’t take sufficient time to recover
  • Muscle conditioning is imbalanced in your shoulders or other areas of your body.

If you think you may be suffering from swimmer’s shoulder, you can learn more by reading this guide
Staff Highlight: Karin M. Bertulis
Karin M. Bertulis
Pelvic Health Clinician 
PT, MPT, PRPC, DN cert.

“I understand personally and professionally the importance of Pelvic Physical Therapy. Pelvic Physical Therapy allows me to educate women and men about Pelvic Health and their treatment options. These treatments empower people to have healthy bowel, bladder, and sexual health.  Incontinence, pelvic pain, prolapse, and constipation is treatable. Pelvic Physical Therapy can positively change the quality of your daily life with individualized one on one treatment."
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