Summer is coming to an end, school is starting back up, and football practices have begun. But the summer heat and humidity haven’t left us, and that makes dehydration a real concern for young athletes. We have addressed this before, but the importance of adequate hydration can’t be underscored. Proper hydration is crucial to staying. . .
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Two Therapists Earn Board Certification
We are so pleased to announce that two physical therapists on staff at Makovicka Physical Therapy recently earned board certifications as clinical specialists in orthopedics. Michael Donnelly and Chris Cameron join eight other board certified physical therapists on staff at Makovicka Physical Therapy. The minimum requirement for the orthopedic specialty exam is to be a. . .
Youth Injury Prevention
As the warm weather arrives two things follow: 1. increased children’s activity 2. Injuries. The emergence of year long activity along with more practice time and performances have increased the rate of injury in children. Children are now faced with more pressure to perform injured due to the higher level of competition. Parents and coaches. . .
FAQ: Functional Dry Needling
Frequently Asked Questions about Functional Dry Needling What is Dry Needling? Dry Needling is a treatment procedure in which a thin needle is passed through the skin into a muscle. The target of the procedure is usually a trigger point, or “knot,” in the muscle that is causing pain and/or dysfunction. This procedure may include. . .
We’ve all been there…
A fun meme from our Midtown Crossing clinic, located on 31st and Farnam.. . .
Menisectomy vs Mensical Repair
Menisectomy vs Mensical Repair If you are a Bull’s fan or Chicagoan in general the news of Derrick Rose’s recurring meniscal tear has already sent you into the first stage of grieving. So, now what? A lot of medical professionals and former athletes will be on the airwaves today comparing and contrasting injuries, surgical techniques,. . .
ACL Injuries, why they’re more common in females and can we help prevent them?
ACL Injuries, why they’re more common in females and can we help prevent them? We’ve all seen it, whether it was in person or on TV, an athlete falls to the floor grabbing her leg in pain. The gym goes silent. The same thing is going through everyone’s mind, what happened? Are they going to. . .
Emily shares her Physical Therapy Story
I had never had a major injury until I tore my ACL, meniscus, and MCL while casually playing soccer this year. The experience of my injury was mentally devastating and I imagined I’d never be able to do any of the things I had enjoyed my entire life up until this point. I started physical. . .
Boost Your Holiday Baking
Our friends at Hy-Vee have offered some helpful tips for this holiday. Shelly Asplin, MA, RD, LMNT Registered Dietitian The holiday season is upon us and for many that may mean entertaining family and friends. Will you be baking your family’s favorite treats this season? Here are some great reasons to try coconut and almond. . .
To Brace or Not to Brace…
Basketball season is in full swing in area schools and clubs. With any new sports season comes the potential for injuries, especially of the knee and ankle. Nearly half of all ankle sprains (49.3%) occur during sporting activities, with 41.1% occurring during basketball. Athletes, ages ten to nineteen experienced the highest rate of ankle sprains.. . .