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Improve Your Running Program This Spring!

Spring is the perfect time to begin your outdoor running program as the weather gradually warms up. Join our Huntley therapist, Linda Raby, as she runs Chicago's Shamrock Shuffle 8K on March 24th to kick off the spring running season. This will be her 4th Shuffle, and she plans to run her second half marathon in […]

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February Heart Health Tips

February is Heart Health month. With Valentine's Day right around the corner, red hearts will be popping up everywhere. Now is a good time to take stock in YOUR heart. Unfortunately, cardiovascular disease remains a leading cause of death for both men and women. However, making good choices everyday can dramatically improve cardiovascular health, and […]

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January 2024 GET FIT Tips

January is a perfect time to start a new fitness journey or enhance your current routine. Embrace the New Year's energy to be motivated, inspired, and consistent.  Exercise improves mental function, reduces your risk for chronic disease, enhances sleep, maintains good energy levels, and supports a healthy weight. Common types of exercise include aerobic, strength […]

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December Tips for Healthy Holiday Eating

Tips for Healthy Holiday Eating Holidays are a joyous time to spend with family and friends, usually centered around yummy, festive food. Weight gain over the holidays is a common problem, but you can still enjoy the holidays while making smart and healthy decisions. Follow these tips from 1st Choice Physical Therapy to appreciate the […]

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Physical Therapy Exercises for Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis is inflammation or tearing in the thick web-like band of tissue and ligaments connecting the heel to the front part of the foot and leads to pain in the foot.  You can feel this pain in your heel, at the ball of the foot, or along the archcThe plantar fascia acts as a […]

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Try Physical Therapy First

If you're recovering from an injury, living with a chronic illness, or experiencing pain, you may benefit from seeing a physical therapist. 1st Choice Physical Therapists are movement experts who help people of all ages improve their quality of life through exercise, hands-on care, and education. You do not need a doctor's referral for an evaluation […]

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Physical Therapy for Balance Disorders?

Balance problems are a common reason many older adults seek help from a healthcare provider. Fortunately, balance is a motor skill that, like any other, will get better the more you work on it. Balance disorders are conditions that make you feel unsteady or dizzy while sitting, standing, or lying down. Oftentimes, you may feel […]
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Did You Know 1st Choice Offers Dry Needling?

What It Is... Dry needling is a minimally invasive technique used by Physical Therapists. A solid, thin filament needle is inserted into the muscle and connective tissue directly at a myofascial trigger point within the muscle or a neurological point. How It Works... Dry needling enhances the body's ability to heal, which ultimately reduces pain. The use […]

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ACL Injury Prevention

Summer is in full swing and with wonderful weather comes increased activity for people of all ages. Unfortunately, more activity can lead to increased injuries, the most dreaded being an ACL tear. The ACL is one of four ligaments in the knee that attaches the thigh bone (femur) to the shin bone (tibia). The ACL […]

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May is Women’s Health Month

May is Women’s Health Month kicking off on May 8th, and we encourage women to prioritize your health. Women have unique health issues from pelvic pain to post-partum and intimacy issues and physical therapy may be an effective option to help you maximize function, minimize pain, and improve overall quality of life. What is Women’s […]

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