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23 Physical Therapists found in Western SpringsMichael Pawlik
Physical Therapist
4700 Gilbert Ave Ste 43a, Western Springs, IL - 60558
708-783-1044
Michelle Presslak
Physical Therapist
4700 Gilbert Ave Ste 51, Western Springs, IL - 60558
708-387-1737 708-387-1720
Nancy Dreher, PT
Physical Therapist
5129 Woodland Ave, Western Springs, IL - 60558
708-925-5304 708-848-1341
Nathan D Rusk, DPT
Physical Therapist
814 Hillgrove Ave, Western Springs, IL - 60558
708-505-3900 708-505-4647
Rachel Scrementi, PT
Orthopedic Physical Therapist
4700 Gilbert Ave Ste 51, Western Springs, IL - 60558
708-387-1750 708-387-1751
Renee G Rowley, PT, PCS
Pediatrics Physical Therapist
1019 Longmeadow Ln, Western Springs, IL - 60558
708-246-9383 708-371-7748
Mr. Timothy Dale Kisner, M.P.T.
Physical Therapist
4700 Gilbert Ave, Suite 43a, Western Springs, IL - 60558
708-783-1044 708-783-1048
Mr. Trairud-jack Watanachaiyot, D.P.T.
Physical Therapist
4700 Gilbert Ave Ste 43a, Western Springs, IL - 60558
708-783-1044 708-783-1048
About Physical Therapists: Physical Therapists: are health care professionals who evaluate and treat people with health problems resulting from injury or disease. Physical therapist's assess joint motion, muscle strength and endurance, function of heart and lungs, and performance of activities required in daily living, among other responsibilities. Treatment includes therapeutic exercises, cardiovascular endurance training, and training in activities of daily living.
Physical therapists are qualified by an accredited program in physical therapy, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Physical therapists treat disease, injury, or loss of a bodily part by physical means, such as the application of light, heat, cold, water, electricity, massage and exercise. They develop treatment plans based upon each patient's strengths, weaknesses, range of motion and ability to function.
A health professional who specializes in physical therapy- the health care field concerned primarily with the treatment of disorders with physical agents and methods, such as massage, manipulation, therapeutic exercises, cold, heat (including short-wave, microwave, and ultrasonic diathermy), hydrotherapy, electric stimulation and light to assist in rehabilitating patients and in restoring normal function after an illness or injury. Sports Physical Therapist: A licensed physical therapist who has demonstrated specialized knowledge and skill in human anatomy and physiology, movement science, pathology and pathophysiology, medical and surgical intervention, and health and wellness, as well as rehabilitation/return to sports, management of acute injury/illness, medical and surgical consideration, injury prevention, and sports performance enhancement.