The Fit Institute, Chicago Blog
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The FIT Institute (TFI) is a privately-owned physical therapy clinic and exclusive training facility located on the North Side of Chicago that bridges the gap between rehabilitation and sports performance. Read about healthy diets, physical therapy for concussions, and more.
The Fit Institute, Chicago Blog
10M ago
Chronic back pain is one of the most common reasons patients come to see our physical therapist. In fact, it's the most common cause of pain in the United States. Back pain can be caused by a variety of medical disorders, but herniated discs are the most common cause. It ..read more
The Fit Institute, Chicago Blog
11M ago
Do you have back discomfort in your lower back? If you have, you are aware of how debilitating it can be. It may appear simple to take medication to relieve pain, but with prescription medication overuse becoming a national epidemic, many people with lower back pain are looking for a ..read more
The Fit Institute, Chicago Blog
1y ago
We've all done it: we get that familiar twinge of a headache and go for Ibuprofen, Advil, or Tylenol. When it comes to stress headaches, though, a tablet isn't always enough. A stress headache is characterized by a band of pressure around the head, as well as generalized aching and ..read more
The Fit Institute, Chicago Blog
1y ago
Are you an athlete looking to gain an edge in your sport and perform at the top of your game? Are you recovering from an injury and struggling to get your quickness back? At The Fit Institute, our physical therapists are movement specialists and can help you learn to use ..read more
The Fit Institute, Chicago Blog
1y ago
If you are an athlete, you likely already understand the importance of maintaining good health, especially when competing in the sport you love. But did you know that working with an experienced physical therapist can hugely improve your athletic performance and overall health, especially when recovering from an injury? When ..read more
The Fit Institute, Chicago Blog
1y ago
We all know that cardio takes time. In fact, one of the most common complaints we hear from patients who come to us for physical therapy exercises is that there simply isn’t enough time in their busy days to complete cardio workouts. Other times, whether there’s a time constraint or ..read more
The Fit Institute, Chicago Blog
1y ago
Are you struggling to recover from a soccer injury? Are you looking to take your training to the next level? At The Fit Institute, Chicago, our therapists understand the most effective way to resolve your injuries and enhance your soccer-specific training for optimal performance! Soccer is the most popular youth ..read more
The Fit Institute, Chicago Blog
1y ago
Is your ankle sprain interfering with your ability to play tennis? Are you frustrated that you keep rolling your ankle what seems like every time you play tennis? At The Fit Institute, Chicago our physical therapists use the most up-to-date strategies to help you resolve your ankle problems and know ..read more
The Fit Institute, Chicago Blog
1y ago
Are you noticing soreness or pain in your groin? Does your back seem to feel better the more warmed up your hips are? Golfing requires a tremendous range of motion to swing the club effectively. Our physical therapists at The Fit Institute, Chicago understand golfing mechanics and how vital your ..read more
The Fit Institute, Chicago Blog
1y ago
One of the most common pieces of advice given to people in strength training programs is simply to “not hurt yourself.” Whether it’s a recovery program from a previous injury or surgery, or you’re simply trying to improve your physical performance, it is a common phrase that you’ll hear. While ..read more