Health Resources

US Soccer: U-18 MNT at the Vaclav Jezek International Tournament

Posted on September 7, 2018 by Athletico

Athletico Athletic Trainer Tyler recently had the opportunity to join the U-18 Men’s National Soccer Team (MNT) on their trip to the Czech Republic for the 25^th Annual Vaclav Jezek International Tournament. Below he outlines the experience of his trip: (more…)

Athletico Fantasy Football Injury Report 2018: Week 1

Posted on September 6, 2018 by Athletico

The 2018 football season begins tonight, but there is still time for fantasy football players to make adjustments to their lineups before kickoff. (more…)

Physical Therapy without a Prescription? Your Questions Answered.

Posted on August 31, 2018 by Athletico

What is Direct Access?

While some states have some restrictions around access to physical therapy services requiring patients to see a physician and get a prescription before seeing a physical therapist for treatment, this is not generally a requirement for many states that have direct access laws. These laws give patients direct access to skilled physical therapy without the need for a referral or prescription from their doctor before starting treatment, under most circumstances. This allows patients to start physical therapy treatment sooner to reduce pain, increase mobility and improve their overall function. (more…)

Concussions: How Can Physical Therapy Help?

Posted on August 24, 2018 by Tara Hackney, PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP

Concussions have gotten a lot of attention in recent years, mostly negative attention. It is true that in an ideal world, no one would suffer a concussion. However, life happens. Concussions are thought of as only occurring with a blow to the head which, in reality, is only one way that they can happen. (more…)

Athletico Fantasy Football Injury Report: 2018 Draft Update

Posted on August 23, 2018 by Athletico

As we approach the last preseason games of 2018, some Fantasy Football players are still preparing to draft their team ahead of the start of week 1, which begins on September 6^th. (more…)

Did I Sprain My Ankle?

Posted on August 13, 2018 by Tara Hackney, PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP

Most people have rolled their ankle at some point in their lives – we step funny on grass, land strange after a jump, or even step off a step wrong and the ankle just twists a little (or a lot). But how do you recognize if you sprained your ankle or if it is a more serious injury? (more…)

3 Reasons to Attend the Chicago Sports Summit

Posted on August 9, 2018 by Athletico

We are proud to be the title sponsor of the third annual Chicago Sports Summit!   What better way to spend a morning than meeting pro athletes, Olympians and general managers of Chicago’s pro teams? (more…)

Tips on How to Select and Wear a Backpack

Posted on August 7, 2018 by Tara Hackney, PT, DPT, OCS, KTTP

It's time to think about back to school! An item that is on many back to school shopping lists is a new backpack. But did you know that there should be many considerations besides the color or design on the backpack? (more…)