Did You Know That Not All Physical Therapy Is The Same?
We appreciate that pain can make you anxious, uncomfortable, and you might be uncertain about how we can help.
Bill Hitchcock, PT Has Over 45 Years Of Clinical Experience
He Has Been Trained By The Nation’s Foremost Experts In The Treatment of Muscle & Joint Problems
Bill Is A Licensed Physical Therapist, Fellow Of Applied Functional Science, Is A Certified Pain Specialist, And Holds A Certification In Neuro-orthopedic Rehabilitation
I suffered a severe car accident on March 19th, 2019, resulting in significant injuries, including crushed feet, two broken legs, eight broken ribs, a compound fracture in my right arm, a fractured vertebra, and 27 staples in my head. Bill became my physical therapist as soon as I was able to come home, and I cannot emphasize enough how instrumental he was in my rehabilitation. Without him, I would not be where I am today.
~ Ginger M.
Hey Bill, today is the anniversary of my injury. I am forever grateful for all that you did for me and my recovery. You were one of the most important people in my life this past year. Thank you for that.
NOTE: No Referral, No Problem Physical therapists in the state of Illinois are able to treat patients, with most insurances, without a referral from their physician. What does this mean to you? You can now avoid unnecessary visits to the doctor and we can come directly to you!
To discuss your insurance coverage, please give us a call. We make every effort to verify your insurance benefits before your first visit with us.
We Meet You Where You Are
We come directly to YOU
One-on-One (Patient to Physical Therapist) Services Available up to 45 minutes to an hour
Reducing pain, swelling, and inflammation are common goals in this phase of recovery. Injury protection, elevation, appropriate medications, compression, and patient education are important.
Introduce Movement
Pain-free passive, manual therapy, active range of motion, and cardiorespiratory exercises, are indicated here. Education about pain and a positive attitude may help.
Strengthening
Progressive loading of healing soft tissues, the reintroduction of low-stress neuromuscular reeducation, balance training, and basic functional activities are part of this rehabilitation phase.
Functional Retraining
Progressing strengthening exercises, improving flexibility, and advanced balance exercises are part of phase 4. Resuming functional movement (e.g. sports movements) occurs in this phase.
Recovery & Prevention
Functional movements are progressed, a controlled re-introduction to sports or challenging environments is initiated. Continued strengthening, flexibility, balance, endurance, and goal-specific training occurs during this phase. Education and future injury prevention are discussed.
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