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Are You Wearing the Right Shoes?

Spring has arrived and that means warmer temperatures and increased outdoor activities. Use this time to take an inventory of...
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Help for TMJ Pain and Headaches

People who suffer from Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMD also known as TMJ) may experience symptoms such as jaw pain, popping...
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Kristin Christian Elected to APTA House of Delegates

Kristin Christian, physical therapist at Northern Rehab Physical Therapy Specialists, has been elected to serve a 2-year term on the...
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Back Pain? Try Physical Therapy First!

Back pain is a common problem in America, but our medical system is not very good at treating it. “Non-drug...
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How to Return to Activity Safely

Since the start of the pandemic, many individuals have been home, have been less active, and children have not had...
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Finally, Some Good News About Back Pain

Back pain is a huge problem, with 80% of people in the US experiencing back pain at least once during...
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When the Weather Gets Cold, Don’t Forget to Warm Up and Cool Down!

Colder weather means some changes to how we exercise. Of course it’s harder to motivate yourself to get outside for...
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Physical Therapy’s Role in Maintaining a Healthy Spine

As we age, regular exercise plays an increasingly prominent role in reducing the risk of developing spine-related problems. For those...
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Time is running out! Please consider supporting legislation to stop Medicare cuts!

Cuts to physical therapy Medicare payment will start Jan. 1, 2021 unless Congress takes action. U.S. Representatives have introduced H.R....
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Todd Celebrates 10 Years with Northern Rehab

We’re pleased to announce Physical Therapist, Todd Vanatta, PT, MPT, OCS, CFMT, is celebrating his 10 year anniversary at Northern...
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Choose To Move Challenge Raises Funds for the Rochelle Senior Center

Northern Rehab recently presented a donation to Rochelle’s Hub City Senior Center.  The funds were raised during the recent “Choose...
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5 Reasons You Need a Physical Therapist to Coordinate Your Fitness Regimen

Physical therapists aren’t just for people that have sustained a recent injury or have had surgery. Physical therapists also assist...
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Choose To Move Challenge Raises Funds for the Voluntary Action Center

Northern Rehab recently presented a donation to the Voluntary Action Center of DeKalb County.  The funds were raised during the...
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Liza Celebrates 15 Years with Northern Rehab

We’re excited to announce Physical Therapist, Liza Piper, PT, MPT, is celebrating her 15 year anniversary at Northern Rehab! Liza...
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Lauren Momberger Celebrates 5 Year Anniversary

Physical Therapist, Lauren Momberger, is celebrating her 5 year anniversary at Northern Rehab! Lauren joined Northern Rehab in 2015 as...
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Computer Workstation Tips

As students are soon returning to school via remote learning or in person, or if you are working from home...
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Brandon Clement Completes Vestibular Training

Brandon Clement, PT, DPT, OCS, has completed the Introduction to Vestibular Rehabilitation course. This continuing education course from Evidence CEU...
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Inactivity Leads to Deconditioning

The lazy days of summer combined with social distancing, and stay at home orders due to the COVID-19 pandemic have...
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PTs Have a Unique Position on the Healthcare Team

The pandemic has put health and healthcare providers in sharp focus. EMTs, doctors, nurses, and aides have all worked tirelessly...
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Physical Therapists Could Help Healthcare System Catch up From COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has delayed many physician appointments, elective procedures, and medical tests. As restrictions ease, working through this backlog...
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Our Commitment To You – COVID-19 Update

Northern Rehab is here to help you start moving and get back to your favorite activities. Since COVID-19 will remain...
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Olivia Simmons Awarded Northern Rehab’s 2020 Sports & Health Scholarship

We are pleased to announce and present our annual Genoa-Kingston High School 2020 Sports and Health Scholarship to Olivia Simmons!...
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Rochelle Scholarship Presented to Kaylee Brown

We are pleased to announce and present our annual Rochelle Township High School 2020 Sports and Health Scholarship to Kaylee...
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Hip Strengthening Exercises

Hip strength is an important part of being able to perform daily functions as well a contributing factor for hip,...
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COVID-19 Shelter in Place Update

The impact of COVID-19 continues to evolve across the world and in our community.  Outpatient physical therapy services such as provided...
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COVID-19 Steps To Protect Our Patients

Northern Rehab continues to keep your health and safety as our highest priority, has continued to follow CDC guidelines since...
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Northern Rehab’s Response to COVID-19

Northern Rehab is closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation from the Centers for Disease Control, local and state governments, the World...
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You Have the Right To Choose Where To Go For Physical Therapy

You just finished packing and carrying that last box of decorations down to the basement when, “uh-oh” back pain. What...
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Your Smart Phone Could Be Rapidly Aging Your Spine

Chances are that you probably haven’t given much thought to how your neck and back are faring in the era...
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How To Stay Healthy This Winter – Remain Flu-Free With These Tips

With the cold and flu season upon us, now is a good reminder of how to stay healthy this winter. ...
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Northern Rehab: An Expanding Passion for Physical Therapy

We were honored to be invited by Resource Bank to be featured in an article in their Your Resource For...
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Brandon and Aaron Complete Blood Flow Restriction Training

Northern Rehab Physical Therapists Brandon Clement, PT, DPT, OCS, and Aaron Nevdal, PT, DPT, OCS, recently completed a continuing education...
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Ken Olson Is Guest Speaker At Spine Conference

Ken Olson, physical therapist and co-owner of Northern Rehab, recently participated as an invited speaker at the Interprofessional Collaborative Spine...
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Coat Drive Donations Delivered SUMC Coat Ministry 2019

We held our annual 2019 community collection of winter coats and accessories for the Sycamore United Methodist Church (SUMC) Coat...
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Rob Larkins Completes Military Vestibular Assessment and Rehabilitation Training

Rob Larkins, PT, DPT, OCS, and lead Physical Therapist at our DeKalb Lincoln Highway clinic, recently completed the Military Vestibular...
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Opioid Crisis – Choose Physical Therapy First

Since the mid-1990’s, health care providers have employed a more pharmacological approach to managing pain rather than treating the actual...
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Rochelle Scholarship Presented to Katherine Bakken

We are pleased to announce and present our annual Rochelle Township High School 2019 Sports and Health Scholarship to Katherine...
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GKHS Scholarship Presented to Leea Perry

We are pleased to announce and present our annual Genoa-Kingston High School 2019 Sports and Health Scholarship to Leea Perry!...
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The Importance of Physical Therapy Treatment for Lower Back Pain

A series of articles were recently published in the medical journal The Lancet that highlight the lack of adherence to...
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