Physical Therapy Chicago IL - Function 1st Physical Therapy

Patient Testimonials

I was told there was nothing more they could do for me. It felt like a hopeless situation.They also gave me great tools so I can progress at home. I have achieved goals that I thought were not possible.

Gail B.
Grateful for the all the attention I received from Al (my physical therapist) and Maggie (receptionist). Al takes your recovery very serious and his attention to detail helped me recover from a torn Patella tendon.

Jose M.
I can't recommend this clinic enough! PTs and supportive staff are knowledgeable, supportive, kind, and timely. If you find yourself needing physical therapy, I urge you to choose Function 1st!

Kornelia F.

Why You Should Consider Us Over
Corporate Clinics Or Hospitals:

Function 1st Physical Therapy

Corporate

Hospital

Same-Day Appointments Possible
Family-Friendly Clinic Serving the Area Since 2011
One-on-One Treatment with Your Therapist
McKenzie Experts
FCE/Work Hardening Experts
Deep Tissue Laser Therapy
Multilingual - English,Spanish, Polish
Free Screenings
Most Affordable

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Function 1st Physical Therapy
Same-Day Appointments Possible	Yes
Family-Friendly Clinic Serving the Area Since 2011	Yes
One-on-One Treatment with Your Therapist	Yes
McKenzie Experts	Yes
FCE/Work Hardening Experts	Yes
Deep Tissue Laser Therapy	Yes
Multilingual - English,Spanish, Polish	Yes
Free Screenings	Yes
Most Affordable	Yes

Corporate
Same-Day Appointments Possible	No
Family-Friendly Clinic Serving the Area Since 2011	No
One-on-One Treatment with Your Therapist	No
McKenzie Experts	Maybe
FCE/Work Hardening Experts	Maybe
Deep Tissue Laser Therapy	No
Multilingual - English,Spanish, Polish	Maybe
Free Screenings	No
Most Affordable	No

Hospital
Same-Day Appointments Possible	No
Family-Friendly Clinic Serving the Area Since 2011	No
One-on-One Treatment with Your Therapist	Maybe
McKenzie Experts	Maybe
FCE/Work Hardening Experts	Maybe
Deep Tissue Laser Therapy	No
Multilingual - English,Spanish, Polish	Maybe
Free Screenings	No
Most Affordable	No

The Recovery Process

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- Pain Relief
  
  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.

Blog

March 22, 2023

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March 15, 2023

TENS Therapy Provides Immediate, Short-Term Pain Relief

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March 8, 2023

The Use of Walking Aids Is Essential To Reduce The Risk Of Falling

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March 1, 2023

Seeing A Physical Therapist Can Help Ensure A Safe Return To Sports

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February 22, 2023

Single-Leg Balance May Help To Predict One’s Mortality Risk

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February 15, 2023

Study Identifies Two Metals In Many Popular Chocolate Brands

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February 8, 2023

“Text Neck” May Not Be As Dangerous As Previously Believed

Our modern culture is dominated by devices, chiefly smartphones, which have a way of consuming many individuals’ free time with their countless functions—and distractions. Spending too much time on a smartphone is commonly regarded as an unhealthy habit f

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February 1, 2023

Rehabilitation Helps Athletes Return To Their Sport Quickly & Safely

About 25,000 people sprain their ankle every day, and in most of these incidents, sports are involved. Ankle sprains represent the most common injury in sports, as they account for a whopping 45% of all sports-related injuries. But this risk varies widely

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January 25, 2023

Diet & Exercise Can Help With High Blood Pressure & Heart Disease

Every 34 seconds, one American dies from cardiovascular disease. This makes cardiovascular disease—or heart disease—the leading cause of death in the U.S. for men and women and for most ethnic and racial groups, with about 700,000 people dying from it eac

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January 18, 2023

Studies Show Exercise Is Effective For Frozen Shoulder

Adhesive capsulitis, or frozen shoulder, is a condition that occurs when scar tissue forms within the shoulder. This causes the shoulder capsule to thicken and tighten around the shoulder joint and reduces the amount of space for the shoulder to move with

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Expert Physical Therapy For Pain Relief & Functional Recovery

Welcome to
Function 1st Physical Therapy in Chicago, IL

Are You Having Trouble with Daily Activities?

We Will Help You Get Your Life Back

Getting Started is Fast & Easy

Conditions We Treat

Orthopedic Physical Therapy

Manual Therapy

Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCE)

Work Conditioning / Hardening

Laser
Therapy

McKenzie Technique For Low Back & Neck Pain

Therapeutic Exercise

Joint
Mobilization / Manipulation

Cervical
Traction

Balance
Programs

Flexion / Distraction Table

Heat / Ice / Electrical Stimulation

Patient Testimonials

We are In-Network with Most Insurance Plans

NOTE: No Prescription No Problem - We Can See Patients Without a Physician’s Referral

We also offer affordable cash based options.

If you don’t see your plan listed, please give us a call.
We make every effort to verify your insurance benefits before your first visit with us.

Why You Should Consider Us Over
Corporate Clinics Or Hospitals:

The Recovery Process

Expert Physical Therapy For Pain Relief & Functional Recovery

Welcome toFunction 1st Physical Therapy in Chicago, IL

Are You Having Trouble with Daily Activities?

We Will Help You Get Your Life Back

Getting Started is Fast & Easy

Conditions We Treat

Orthopedic Physical Therapy

Manual Therapy

Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCE)

Work Conditioning / Hardening

Laser Therapy

McKenzie Technique For Low Back & Neck Pain

Therapeutic Exercise

Joint Mobilization / Manipulation

Cervical Traction

Balance Programs

Flexion / Distraction Table

Heat / Ice / Electrical Stimulation

Patient Testimonials

We are In-Network with Most Insurance Plans

NOTE: No Prescription No Problem - We Can See Patients Without a Physician’s Referral

We also offer affordable cash based options.

If you don’t see your plan listed, please give us a call. We make every effort to verify your insurance benefits before your first visit with us.

Why You Should Consider Us Over Corporate Clinics Or Hospitals:

The Recovery Process

Welcome to
Function 1st Physical Therapy in Chicago, IL

Laser
Therapy

Joint
Mobilization / Manipulation

Cervical
Traction

Balance
Programs

If you don’t see your plan listed, please give us a call.
We make every effort to verify your insurance benefits before your first visit with us.

Why You Should Consider Us Over
Corporate Clinics Or Hospitals: