Comprehensive Physical Therapy Services

Evidence-based treatment designed to help you recover faster, move better, and return to the activities you love. Our personalized approach combines hands-on therapy, targeted exercises, and patient education for lasting results.

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Back and Neck Pain - Physical therapy service in Evanston, IL

Back and Neck Pain

  • Evidence-based spine therapy and sciatica treatment
  • Posture correction and chronic pain relief
  • Holistic whole-body approach to healing
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Post-Surgical Rehabilitation - Physical therapy service in Evanston, IL

Post-Surgical Rehabilitation

  • Personalized recovery plans for knee and shoulder surgery
  • Guided progression to restore strength and mobility
  • Orthopedic rehab following surgeon protocols
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Sports & Athlete Care

Our sports physical therapy programs are designed for athletes of all levels—from weekend warriors to competitive athletes. We understand that getting back to your sport isn't just about healing; it's about returning stronger, faster, and with better movement patterns to prevent future injuries. Our athletic rehab approach combines performance optimization, injury prevention strategies, and evidence-based treatment protocols to help you return to play faster and safer.

What This Service Helps With

  • ACL recovery and rehabilitation: Comprehensive programs for ACL reconstruction recovery, including progressive strengthening, balance training, and return-to-sport testing
  • Sports injury treatment: Acute and chronic athletic injuries including rotator cuff tears, meniscus injuries, ankle sprains, and tendonitis
  • Performance rehab: Movement analysis and correction to improve athletic performance and reduce injury risk
  • Injury prevention: Pre-season screening, movement assessments, and targeted strengthening programs to keep you in the game
  • Overuse injuries: Treatment for conditions like runner's knee, tennis elbow, and swimmer's shoulder

What to Expect

  • Comprehensive evaluation: Movement analysis, strength testing, and sport-specific assessments to identify limitations and create your personalized plan
  • Hands-on treatment: Manual therapy techniques to improve joint mobility, reduce pain, and address soft tissue restrictions
  • Progressive exercise programs: Sport-specific drills and exercises that gradually increase in intensity as you heal
  • Return-to-sport testing: Objective measures to ensure you're ready to safely return to competition, including strength ratios, agility tests, and sport-specific movement patterns
  • Home exercise program: Customized exercises you can do between visits to accelerate your recovery

Back and Neck Pain

Chronic or acute back and neck pain can significantly impact your daily life, making simple activities like sitting, standing, or sleeping uncomfortable. Our evidence-based approach to spine therapy focuses on identifying and addressing the root cause of your pain, not just masking symptoms. We use a holistic, whole-body approach that considers how your posture, movement patterns, and lifestyle factors contribute to your condition. Whether you're dealing with sciatica, disc pain, or general stiffness, we'll create a personalized treatment plan to help you find lasting relief.

What This Service Helps With

  • Back pain treatment: Lower back pain, upper back pain, and mid-back discomfort from various causes including muscle strain, disc issues, and joint dysfunction
  • Neck pain relief: Cervical pain, stiffness, and headaches often related to poor posture, whiplash, or degenerative changes
  • Sciatica physical therapy: Treatment for sciatic nerve pain that radiates from your lower back down through your leg
  • Spine therapy: Comprehensive care for spinal conditions including herniated discs, spinal stenosis, and facet joint dysfunction
  • Disc pain: Treatment for bulging or herniated discs that cause pain, numbness, or weakness
  • Posture correction: Addressing forward head posture, rounded shoulders, and other postural issues that contribute to pain

What to Expect

  • Thorough assessment: Evaluation of your posture, movement patterns, strength, and flexibility to identify contributing factors
  • Manual therapy: Hands-on techniques including joint mobilization, soft tissue work, and spinal manipulation to improve mobility and reduce pain
  • Targeted exercises: Core strengthening, flexibility work, and movement retraining to support your spine and prevent recurrence
  • Education and ergonomics: Guidance on proper lifting techniques, workstation setup, and daily habits to protect your back and neck
  • Pain management strategies: Techniques to manage flare-ups and maintain progress between visits

Return to Sport Training

Returning to your sport after an injury requires more than just healing—it demands a structured, progressive approach that rebuilds your strength, confidence, and sport-specific skills. Our return-to-sport training programs use evidence-based protocols to safely guide you through each phase of recovery. We combine movement analysis, sport-specific drills, and objective testing to ensure you're not just ready to return, but ready to perform at your best. Whether you're a runner, basketball player, or CrossFit athlete, we'll create a program tailored to your sport's unique demands.

What This Service Helps With

  • Return-to-sport program: Structured progression from injury to full participation, with clear milestones and objective criteria
  • Sport-specific rehabilitation: Training programs designed around the movement patterns, demands, and skills required for your sport
  • Post-injury conditioning: Rebuilding cardiovascular fitness, strength, and power after time away from training
  • Safe progression: Gradual increase in training load and intensity to prevent re-injury and ensure long-term success
  • Performance optimization: Using your recovery period as an opportunity to address movement inefficiencies and improve performance

What to Expect

  • Baseline testing: Comprehensive assessment of strength, power, agility, and sport-specific movements to establish your starting point
  • Phase-based progression: Clear stages from basic movement restoration to advanced sport-specific training, with criteria to advance
  • Movement analysis: Video analysis and biomechanical assessment to identify and correct movement patterns that may contribute to injury
  • Sport-specific drills: Progressive exercises that mimic the demands of your sport, from basic skills to high-intensity scenarios
  • Return-to-sport testing: Objective measures including strength ratios, hop tests, and functional movement screens to clear you for competition
  • Ongoing support: Continued monitoring and adjustment as you transition back to full training and competition

Post-Surgical Rehabilitation

Surgery is just the beginning of your recovery journey. Post-surgical rehabilitation is essential for regaining strength, mobility, and function after orthopedic procedures. Our post-surgery physical therapy programs follow evidence-based protocols specific to your procedure, whether it's knee replacement, ACL reconstruction, rotator cuff repair, or any other orthopedic surgery. We work closely with your surgeon to ensure our treatment aligns with their guidelines while creating a personalized recovery plan that fits your lifestyle and goals. Our goal is to help you regain your independence and return to the activities you enjoy as safely and efficiently as possible.

What This Service Helps With

  • Post-surgery physical therapy: Comprehensive rehabilitation following orthopedic surgeries including joint replacements, ligament repairs, and fracture fixation
  • Knee surgery rehab: Specialized programs for ACL reconstruction, meniscus repair, total knee replacement, and patellar procedures
  • Shoulder surgery rehab: Recovery protocols for rotator cuff repair, labral repair, shoulder replacement, and instability procedures
  • Orthopedic rehab: Treatment for hip replacement, ankle surgery, elbow procedures, and other orthopedic interventions
  • Scar tissue management: Techniques to improve tissue mobility and prevent adhesions that can limit recovery
  • Pain management: Strategies to manage post-surgical pain and swelling while promoting healing

What to Expect

  • Early intervention: Starting rehabilitation as soon as your surgeon clears you, often within days of surgery, to optimize outcomes
  • Surgeon collaboration: Communication with your surgical team to ensure our treatment aligns with post-operative protocols and restrictions
  • Guided progression: Step-by-step advancement through recovery phases, respecting tissue healing timelines and surgical precautions
  • Range of motion restoration: Techniques to regain joint mobility while protecting healing tissues
  • Progressive strengthening: Gradual loading and resistance training to rebuild muscle strength and endurance
  • Functional training: Exercises that prepare you for daily activities, work tasks, and recreational pursuits
  • Home exercise program: Customized exercises and activity guidelines to support your recovery between visits
TESTIMONIALS

What Our Patients Say

"This place is fantastic! I was struggling with shoulder pain for weeks and could barely move or lift anything and Nick had me back to being pain free in just 3 sessions. He's extremely knowledgeable and works at a pace that is challenging but appropriate for your level. Highly recommend!"
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Kelsey Montanez

Verified Patient

"Very skilled in giving exercises to help injuries/irritations. Listens to the patient to see what type of modifications they are looking for and super nice! Highly recommend!"
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Kat Kerr

Verified Patient

"Nick is awesome! He is very knowledgeable and offers recommendations and treatment geared towards athletes who want to keep moving and practicing their sport. His exercises are approachable and easy to fit into any schedule. He always brings great energy and enthusiasm to every appointment, which makes it enjoyable and fun!"
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Maya Królikowski

Verified Patient

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