Plantar Fasciitis Physical Therapy Treatment Did you know that plantar fasciitis affects about 2 million Americans each year? This condition, often linked to heel pain, can disrupt daily activities and affect overall quality of life. Understanding how physical therapy can aid in recovery is crucial for those suffering from this painful ailment. With effective treatment…
Read MoreHello again, fitness enthusiasts and beloved members of the Chicago community! A couple of weeks ago, we invited you to join us at the Chi Town Half Marathon & 10K, where In Motion Physical Therapy was proud to host a booth offering Free 30-Min Discovery Sessions. Today, we’re thrilled to share how that day unfolded…
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Exciting News: Meet In Motion Physical Therapy at the Chi Town Half Marathon & 10K! Hello fellow fitness enthusiasts and Chicago community members! We have some important news to share with you that’s taking place just around the corner on April 6th. As passionate advocates for health, wellness, and physical therapy, we at In Motion…
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Identifying your running goals Whether you are training for a marathon, a 5k, or running in your neighborhood, running apps are a must to keep track of your progress. Goal setting and achievement are key aspects of running. Receiving real-time feedback of your performance offers you the satisfaction and motivation to improve. Though each runner…
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Running Warmups Mobility VS Flexibility Your checklist for a jog might include your running shoes, your Fitbit, and your dog’s leash as he waits for you by the door. But do you ever take into consideration what you do before and after a run? What about on the days that you rest? This is where…
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Are you an active runner that’s looking to build your body’s ability to support its joints? Do you have a nagging tennis elbow that’s preventing you from playing your beloved sport? If so, then you need to learn about how sports physical therapy can help. So if you’re ready to return to form and begin…
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Sometimes, it’s a struggle to fit the recommended 150 minutes a week of moderate aerobic activity into our busy lives. Even if you find the time, you might feel too exhausted to grab a pair of weights or go for a jog. Consider hiring a certified personal trainer in Chicago who can help. Your personal…
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Running injuries are multifactorial and consist of personal, lifestyle, biomechanical and/or training factors. How do you prevent a running injury? First know your risk factors! Check out In Motion PT’s last blog post to review the major risk factors for running injuries. Today, we will consider training load, mileage, running cadence, foot strike, footwear, and…
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Is It Tennis Elbow? How Can You Tell and How Can You Fix Tennis Elbow? Did you know that tennis elbow symptoms are common in people who do not play tennis? The main symptom is usually pain originating from the outer elbow joint, the medical term for this joint is the “lateral epicondyle” which in…
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Are you looking for a personal trainer in Chicago? If so, you likely want a personal trainer with a training studio where you can get one on one personal training in a safe and hygienic fitness studio, one who can create a personal training program just for you. We are pleased to be able to…
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