by Debbie Mitchell, PT, DPT, MPT, CGS | Apr 6, 2020 | Health, Physical Therapists, Wellness
McHenry Physical Therapy Clinic If you are having issues with your ability to move, limitations or injuries that are keeping you from playing sports or working out, need modifications to your exercise routine to meet your individual situation, or have pain that is...
by Debbie Mitchell, PT, DPT, MPT, CGS | Nov 7, 2019 | Uncategorized
Know your rights as a patient! Did you know, you can choose any physical therapist office for treatment! If a doctor prescribes physical therapy for a patient they may refer you internally to an affiliated clinic. Many times in larger systems, they will even...
by Debbie Mitchell, PT, DPT, MPT, CGS | Aug 5, 2019 | Back Pain, Computer Ergonomics, Posture
Returning to school? Sit all day at work? Try this simple correction for improved posture and less low back discomfort. Get a lumbar roll, rolled up towel/blanket, papertowel roll, light jacket etc Step 1: sit to the back of your chair Step 2: place roll behind your...
by Debbie Mitchell, PT, DPT, MPT, CGS | Jan 30, 2019 | Health, Physical Therapists, Wellness
Direct Access in Physical Therapy! Big news in the field of physical therapy: now in the state of Illinois, Direct Access has been approved! Direct Access allows people to directly make an appointment with a physical therapist without requiring a script from another...
by Debbie Mitchell, PT, DPT, MPT, CGS | May 18, 2017 | Uncategorized
Gardening can be great exercise and a good reason to be active outside. Do not let back pain slow you down or decrease the pleasure of planting and tending. The following tips may help you to avoid injury and increase your enjoyment of this springtime ritual. 1...
