By Athletico: As the weather starts to warm up, you might be itching to get back outdoors for a run. Outdoor workouts offer both physical
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ACL injuries in Ice Hockey & Return to Play Considerations
By Steve Chmielewski, PT, DPT, Level 5 USA Hockey Coach for Athletico Physical Therapy Sport-specific training has become a larger component in athletics as coaches,
Concussions in Cheerleaders: Symptoms and Treatment
By Tara Hackney, PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP for Athletico Physical Therapy Cheerleaders are commonly seen on the sidelines of school and professional sporting events, but
3 Essential Exercises for Shoulder Stability
Brian Whittington, PT, DPT, CMTPT for Athletico Physical Therapy The shoulder is a complex joint that consists of a “ball” on one side and a
Plantar Fasciitis: How Physical Therapy Can Help
By Sarah Ryerson, PT, ATC, CSCS for Athletico Physical Therapy Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain. This condition impacts
Outdoor Winter Workout Tips
By Tara Hackney, PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP for Athletico Physical Therapy Winter is here! As the weather turns cold, snowy and icy, it makes outdoor
Common Wrestling Injuries and Treatment Options
By Tara Hackney, PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP for Athletico Physical Therapy Wrestling is one of the world’s oldest sports. Since wrestling season is getting underway,
Nutrition Tips for the Teenage Athlete
By Tara Hackney, PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP for Athletico Physical Therapy During the school year it is common for teenage athletes to find their schedules
The Emotional Impact of Injuries
By Tara Hackney, PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP for Athletico Physical Therapy As much as we would like to prevent injuries, they do occur. In an
Minimizing the Risk of ACL Injuries in Athletes
By Leython Williams, PT, DPT for Athletico Physical Therapy One of the most feared injuries in all of sports is injury to the Anterior Cruciate
3 Reasons to Attend the Chicago Sports Summit
By Athletico Physical Therapy We are proud to be the title sponsor of the third annual Chicago Sports Summit! What better way to spend a morning than
Back to Basics: 3 Injury Prevention Tips for Dancers
By Athletico Physical Therapy As summer starts winding down, dancers are getting ready to transition to the fall program season. Preparing for the season’s big