OSTI in the News
Belvidere Physical Therapy Launches Redesigned Women's Health Physical Therapy Program
February 2013
BELVIDERE, ILLINOIS - Belvidere Physical Therapy is pleased to announce the expansion of its Women's Health physical therapy program, Focus on Women. Our program, designed by women for women, focuses on pregnancy and post partum physical therapy care for women during all stages of their pregnancy and beyond.
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| Paula McKenzie, PT | Focus on Women |
Focus on Women is developed by staff physical therapist, Paula McKenzie, PT. Paula has been specializing in Women's Health physical therapy for nearly 15 years and was the first provider to offer such services in Boone County 12 years ago. She has focused much of her continuing education in the area of Women's Health in physical therapy, and offers specialty care to her patients.
Focus on Women is beneficial for women dealing with back pain, pelvic floor dysfunction, and compressed nerves as well as expectant moms with changes in center of gravity, ligament laxity, and post partum positional injuries due to caring for a baby. Through various therapy techniques and exercises, women can improve muscle strength, ligament laxity, and pelvic asymmetry. Focus on Women also helps expectant women prepare for child birth positioning and postural training for baby care.
Focus on Women patients can feel at ease with the care they receive at Belvidere Physical Therapy. Treatment is provided in a warm and friendly environment with private rooms. All patients are given individualized therapy with focus on personal goals to direct their course of therapy.
If you would like to know how Focus on Women will help you, see your physician and have him or her write a prescription for care. Belvidere Physical Therapy offers convenient appointments for expectant women or busy moms on the go.
Belvidere Physical Therapy is located at 1686 Henry Luckow Lane, in Belvidere. For more information on Belvidere Physical Therapy, call (815) 547-4777.
OSTI Therapists Become Certified in Tendonitis Treatment
February 2013
BYRON, ILLINOIS - Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute (OSTI) would like to announce that physical therapists Lori Gulsrud-Neiber, PT of Belvidere Physical Therapy and Christine Tabb, PT, DPT of Poplar Grove Physical Therapy are now certified in ASTYM® (Augmented Soft Tissue Mobilization) a technique used to treat tendonitis/ chronic irritation symptoms.
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| Lori Gulsrud-Neiber, PT | Christine Tabb, PT, DPT |
Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute was the first provider in the area to provide ASTYM® treatment for their patients.
The treatment is very beneficial with excellent outcomes for individuals suffering from tendonitis/chronic irritation symptoms. These symptoms include but are not limited to the following conditions: Carpal tunnel syndrome, Achilles tendonitis, Lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow), Plantar fasciitis, Medial epicondylitis (golfer's elbow), Patellar tendonitis, DeQuervain's tenosynovitis, Trochanteric bursitis.
This technique works by using specific instruments to help the clinician find the damaged tissue, stimulate it and increase blood flow to the area, allowing the body to begin a new healing process.
For more information on ASTYM or the clinics of OSTI; visit OSTI online at www.ostipt.com.
Belvidere Physical Therapy's Tim Seppelt, PT, DPT Completes Spinal Manipulative Therapy Series
February 2013
BELVIDERE, ILLINOIS - Timothy Seppelt, PT, DPT completed the Spinal Manipulative Therapy series of courses to become certified in Spinal Manipulative Therapy. Those who completed the certification demonstrated competency and proficiency in performance of high velocity low amplitude(HVLA) thrust manipulation of the spine, sacro-iliac joints, and ribs to treat musculoskeletal dysfunctions.
Certified physical therapists are required to demonstrate clinical reasoning skills and appropriate exercise application with use of high velocity low amplitude(HVLA) thrust manipulation. High velocity low amplitude(HVLA) thrust manipulation is utilized to decrease pain, increase mobility, and improve performance of daily activities in patients that suffer from cervicogenic headaches, mechanical neck pain, rib dysfunction, spine facet syndromes, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, and low back pain.
Belvidere Physical Therapy is located at 1686 Henry Luckow Lane, in Belvidere; focusing on orthopedic, sports, and industrial rehabilitation. Belvidere Physical Therapy is part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute (OSTI) consisting of clinics in Belvidere Physical Therapy focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation.
It is a part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute consisting of clinics in Belvidere, Ogle County- Byron, Marengo, McHenry, Poplar Grove, Roscoe and Sauk Valley- Sterling. With 7 clinics, 26 clinicians, and over 200 years of combined experience, the clinics of OSTI pride themselves on providing its patients with the highest quality of care. To make an appointment, call 815-547-4777.
Ogle County Physical Therapy Hires New Therapist Heather Walden, PT, DPT
January 2013
BYRON, ILLINOIS - Ogle County Physical Therapy would like to announce that Heather Walden, PT, DPT has joined the therapy team. Heather joins the clinic's existing staff of Steve Merema, PT, DPT, CKTP; Angela Pfeiffer, PT, DPT, CKTP; Bridget Johnson, PT, OCS, CKTP; Kelly Diehl, PTA, LMT, CKTP; Kim Girton, ATC, BS; and John Cain, ATC, BS, CSCS.
Heather Walden, PT, DPT is a 2007 graduate of Northern Illinois University where she earned her Master of Physical Therapy degree. She earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida in 2010.
Heather worked in the hospital setting at KSB for 5 years in a variety of settings, including outpatient therapy, inpatient therapy, and home care services. Heather has experience working with various patient populations ranging from pediatric to geriatric populations. She has extensive experience in working with pediatric patients with vast knowledge in treating torticollis. She is also trained in treating and working with patients with balance disorders including vestibular retraining.
She continues to enhance her skills in the orthopedic setting and is planning on obtaining certifications in Augmented Soft Tissue Mobilization (ASTYM) and Kinesio Taping. Heather's goal is to bring quality care to her patients and help them achieve their physical therapy goals while putting a smile on their face.
Heather is a native of Rockford, Illinois but currently resides in Byron, Illinois with her husband and daughter.
If you suffer from a condition that requires treatment, see your doctor and have him or her write a prescription for physical therapy. For more information on Ogle County Physical Therapy or to become a patient of Heather's, please call 815-234-5561 or visit us online at www.ostipt.com.
Ogle County Physical Therapy's Steve Merema, PT, DPT, CKTP Receives Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy
January 2013
BYRON, ILLINOIS - Ogle County Physical Therapy is pleased to announce that Steve Merema, PT, DPT, CKTP received his doctorate degree in physical therapy (DPT) from Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, Illinois where he previously earned his Bachelors of Science and Master of Physical Therapy degrees.
Steve specializes in both orthopedic and sports rehabilitation. He is a certified ASTYM (Augmented Soft Tissue Mobilization) provider for treating tendonitis type conditions, is trained in casting and fitting custom orthotics, and is a Certified Kinesio Taping Practitioner (CKTP).
If you suffer from a condition that requires treatment, see your doctor and have him or her write a prescription for physical therapy. For more information on Ogle County Physical Therapy or to become a patient of Steve's, please call 815-234-5561.
New Physical Therapy Clinic Open
January 2013 As seen in Sauk Valley Media's Daily Gazette
STERLING, ILLINOIS - A new physical therapy clinic wants to help you with that pain in your neck.
Sauk Valley Physical Therapy opened December 17 in the new building in Sterling Commons shopping center. Physical therapist Donnie Early is seeing patients 2 days a week at the clinic, and expects to extend the hours when need dictates.
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"I feel we have a lot to offer the area," Early said.
The clinic can see clients with 1 or 2 days' notice, spokeswoman Meghan Wilinski said.
That promptness can make a real difference, Early said.
"If you have surgery, and you don't get therapy for a week or 2, you're going to stiffen up, so it's important to get therapy in soon," he said.
The clinic, Byron-based Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute's seventh, is the first to open in the new building, which is intended to house up to four businesses.
Early, 31, of Grand Detour, provides pre- and post-surgical rehabilitation. The clinic offers work-injury prevention programs to businesses, and treats those who have suffered workplace injuries.
Early can provide a pre-employment screen for a company to ensure that a potential employee can perfrom the work. He also can customize physical therapy for a current employee so the therapy will be geared toward what that client does during work hours, he said.
Early described his physical therapy style as "hands on."
"I like to make sure patients are stretching the right way," he said.
Early sees clients of all ages, as long as they have a doctor's prescription for physical therapy. He treats clients with sports-related injuries, back pain, shoulder injuries, or other needs.
Early is certified in ASTYM, a method or regenerating muscles or tendons and removing scar tissue. The treatment is used for tendinitis, joint problems or carpal tunnel syndrome, he said.
The clinic also can provide orthotics, which are inserts put in shoes for support.
The clinic has numerous pieces of equipment, such as a shuttle press for working legs or arms; an exercise bike that can work arms or legs; a Bosu, which can provide an unstable surface for improving one's balance; and steps that can be adjusted to simulate bus steps.
Early received a master's degree in physical therapy in 2005 from Maryville University in St. Louis. He has 6 years of experience as a physical therapist, including 2 years at KSB Hospital.
Early and his wife, Annette Early, have a 17-month-old daughter, Brenna
Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute (OSTI) Expands - Adds Seventh Clinic in Sterling, Illinois
December 2012
STERLING, ILLINOIS - Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute (OSTI) is pleased to announce the expansion of its organization with the opening of Sauk Valley Physical Therapy. The decision to expand was an easy one for the organization, said Jon Link, PT, MPT, OCS, CSCS, President of OSTI. "We decided to expand into the Sterling/Rock Falls area because we identified the need for a local physical therapy provider that specializes in orthopedic conditions. Many times patients have to drive to Dixon for care and this can be taxing if you are required to attend treatment 2 to 3 times per week. We have a dynamic clinician in Donald Early, PT, MPT and are very excited to serve the community in this capacity."
OSTI has been providing physical therapy services to the greater Rockford area since 1998. The organization consists of now seven physical therapy clinics: Belvidere Physical Therapy, Marengo Physical Therapy, McHenry County Physical Therapy in McHenry, Ogle County Physical Therapy in Byron, Roscoe Physical Therapy, Poplar Grove Physical Therapy, and the newest Sauk Valley Physical Therapy in Sterling. All of the clinics offer out-patient therapy focusing on orthopedic, sports, and industrial rehabilitation.
Sauk Valley Physical Therapy will begin treating patients on December 18th. The clinic is located at 4204 East Lincolnway Highway on the highly visible Route 2 in front of Menards. The brand new 2,500 square feet, state of the art facility clinic will provide cutting-edge, physical therapy care to the Sterling-Rock Falls area.
Donnie Early, PT, MPT of OSTI'S Ogle County Physical Therapy clinic has transitioned to the new clinic as the Clinic Director and staff physical therapist. Prior to joining OSTI's therapy team at Ogle County Physical Therapy in 2008, Donnie worked at KSB.
Donnie has extensive experience in working with work hardening/ conditioning, pre-employment screening, Functional Capacity Evaluations, and workplace ergonomics. Donnie is certified in Augmented Soft Tissue Mobilization (ASTYM) for treating tendonitis type conditions. He has completed course work on the biomechanics of the foot, which allows him to fit individuals with custom orthotics for foot and ankle related disorders. In addition, he is a trained and certified provider for WorkSTEPS Functional Employment Testing Program.
Donnie looks forward to joining the Sauk Valley community and provide the area with quality physical therapy care. "One constant that will be ever present at Sauk Valley Physical Therapy is personal, attentive, and passionate care that all patients deserve. No two patients and no two injuries are alike, and both will be treated as such. My goal is to get every patient back to feeling like their old self while putting smile on their face during the process."
Sauk Valley Physical Therapy Opening Soon
November 2012
STERLING, ILLINOIS - Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute is pleased to announce the opening of its seventh clinic, Sauk Valley Physical Therapy in Sterling, Illinois.
Sterling is located approximately 15 miles west of Dixon. Sauk Valley Physical Therapy will be situated on the highly visible Route 2; in a brand new 2,500 square feet, state of the art facility. The clinic will provide cutting-edge, physical therapy care to the Sterling-Rock Falls area. The clinic is slotted to open in late November, early December.
Donnie Early, PT, MPT of Ogle County Physical Therapy will transition to the new clinic as the Clinic Director when the facility opens. Donnie has been on staff at Ogle County Physical Therapy since 2008.
Donnie graduated with a Bachelor of Health Science and a Master’s in Physical Therapy from Maryville University. Donnie has extensive experience in work hardening/ conditioning, pre-employment screening, Functional Capacity Evaluations, and workplace ergonomics. In addition, he has experience in inpatient, home health, and nursing home care.
Donnie looks forward to joining the Sauk Valley community and providing the area with quality physical therapy care.
Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute Hires New Therapist Christine Tabb, PT, DPT
July 2012
POPLAR GROVE, ILLINOIS - Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute (OSTI) would like to announce that Christine Tabb, PT, DPT has joined the organization’s therapy team. Christine will be treating patients at OSTI’s Poplar Grove Physical Therapy and Belvidere Physical Therapy clinics.
Christine received her Doctorate degree in physical therapy from Bradley University in May of 2012. She obtained her clinical experience through a variety of treatment settings, including acute care, aquatics, orthopedics, and pediatrics. Christine also traveled to the Dominican Republic during graduate school to assist a local physical therapy clinic in treating patients with an array of neurological and orthopedic disorders.
She looks forward to continuing her physical therapy education by attending various courses that will enhance her knowledge in orthopedic and sports physical therapy. Christine is excited to be a part of the OSTI therapy team and will provide the Boone County community with cutting edge physical therapy care.
The clinics of OSTI focus on orthopedic, sports, and industrial rehabilitation. The OSTI network consists of clinics in Belvidere, Marengo, McHenry, Ogle County- Byron, Roscoe, and Poplar Grove Illinois. With 6 clinics, 27 clinicians, and over 200 years of combined experience, the clinics of OSTI pride themselves on providing their patients with the highest quality of care.
If you suffer from a condition that requires treatment, see your doctor and have him or her write a prescription for physical therapy. For more information on Poplar Grove Physical Therapy or Belvidere Physical Therapy, visit us online at www.ostipt.com.
Marengo Physical Therapy Hires New Therapist Brent Holcomb, PT, DPT
July 2012
MARENGO, ILLINOIS - Marengo Physical Therapy would like to announce that Brent Holcomb, PT, DPT has joined the therapy team. Brent joins current staff members Jon Link, PT, MPT, OCS, CSCS; Diane Parrish, PT, DPT; Katie Allen-Wacker, PTA; and Erin Randall, ATC, MS.
Brent Holcomb, PT, DPT is a 2011 graduate of St. Ambrose University with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. He received his Bachelors of Science degree in Kinesiology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Brent performed extensive clinical rotations in both the outpatient and inpatient settings. During his orthopedic rotation, Brent was a clinical student at Marengo Physical Therapy.
Brent has worked as both an inpatient and outpatient therapist where he was able to work with a wide variety of patient populations. He is looking forward to continuing his physical therapy education by attending various courses that will further enhance her knowledge in orthopedic physical therapy and sports rehabilitation.
Marengo Physical Therapy focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is a part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute consisting of clinics in Belvidere, Ogle County- Byron, Marengo, McHenry, Poplar Grove and Roscoe. With 6 clinics, 27 clinicians, and over 200 years of combined experience, the clinics of OSTI pride themselves on providing its patients with the highest quality of care. To make an appointment, call 815-568-8878.
Roscoe Physical Therapy's Terra Anderson, PT, DPT Receives Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy
July 2012
ROSCOE, ILLINOIS- Rosoce Physical Therapy is pleased to announce that Terra Anderson, PT, DPT received her doctorate degree in physical therapy (DPT) from A.T. Still University in Mesa Arizona in June 2012. Her terminal project was titled "Evidence in Practice: ACL Reconstruction in Athletes: Hop Testing and Return to Sports."
Terra has been with Roscoe Physical Therapy since 2005. She has provided the Stateline area with diverse orthopedic experience. She has specialized training in areas of sports, industrial, and pre and post surgical injuries. Terra's goal for patients is restoring function, allowing them to resume work, sports and everyday living.
In her free time Terra is the assistant coach for the Stateline Fury's U10 softball team. She also enjoys spending time with her family and mountain biking.
Roscoe Physical Therapy focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is a part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute consisting of clinics in Belvidere, Ogle County- Byron, Marengo, McHenry, Poplar Grove and Roscoe. With 6 clinics, 27 clinicians, and over 200 years of combined experience, the clinics of OSTI pride themselves on providing its patients with the highest quality of care. To make an appointment, call 815-623-9700.
Belvidere Physical Therapy's Lori Gulsrud-Neiber, PT Completes Course on Exercise Guidelines for Cancer Patients
June 2012
BELVIDERE, ILLINOIS - Belvidere Physical Therapy's Lori Gulsrud-Neiber, PT recently attended a course on "Exercise Training Guidelines for Individuals with Cancer" through the American Physical Therapy Association's Oncology Section.
The course explained cancer, the diagnosis of, the treatment, and how it affects individuals that are diagnosed. The course gave therapists a better understanding on how exercise can improve a patient's quality of life, function and prognosis following a cancer diagnosis. The information discussed the safety concerns and adverse responses associated with exercising the cancer patient population.
The information has given Lori a better knowledge base when it comes to safely and effectively treating cancer patients to help improve his or her quality of life and functional level.
Belvidere Physical Therapy focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is a part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute consisting of clinics in Belvidere, Ogle County- Byron, Marengo, McHenry, Poplar Grove and Roscoe. With 6 clinics, 25 clinicians, and over 200 years of combined experience, the clinics of OSTI pride themselves on providing its patients with the highest quality of care. To make an appointment, call 815-547-4777.
Belvidere Physical Therapy's Josh Meyers, PT, DPT, OCS Attends Course on Wrist and Hand Rehabilitation
June 2012
BELVIDERE, ILLINOIS - Belvidere Physical Therapy Clinic Director Josh Meyers recently attended a Management of the Wrist and Hand course offered by North American Seminars.
The course covered effectively ways to evaluate and treat common injuries to the hand and wrist, such as hand and wrist fractures, nerve injuries, soft tissue injuries and arthritis.
Belvidere Physical Therapy, 1686 Henry Luckow Lane, focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation.
Belvidere Physical Therapy's Sports Therapy Institute's clinics are located in Belvidere, Marengo, McHenry, Ogle County (Byron), Poplar Grove and Roscoe
For more information, call 815-547-4777 or visit www.ostipt.com.
OSTI Therapists Participate in Course on Chain Reaction 3D
June 2012
BYRON, ILLINOIS - OSTI physical therapists, Kathleen Murphy, PT, DPT of Poplar Grove Physical Therapy and Donnie Early, PT, MPT of Ogle County Physical Therapy recently attended the Gray Institute's class on Chain Reaction 3D. The class empowers clinicians with the thought process to assess and apply movement three-dimensionally to ultimately better serve anyone and everyone in the world of prevention, performance and rehabilitation.
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| Kathleen Murphy, PT, DPT |
Donnie Early, PT, MP |
The treatment technique looks at patients individually based on his or her functional needs and goals. The class focuses on function and how to return a patient back to his or her everyday functional level whether that is competing in sports, walking, carrying children, etc.
Poplar Grove Physical Therapy and Ogle County Physical Therapy are a part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute (OSTI) consisting of clinics in Belvidere, Marengo, McHenry, Ogle County- Byron, Poplar Grove, and Roscoe, Illinois. With 6 clinics, 25 clinicians, and over 200 years of combined experience, the clinics of OSTI pride themselves on providing its patients with the highest quality of care.
Ogle County Physical Therapy's Angela Pfeiffer, PT, DPT, CKTP and Kelly Diehl, PTA, LMT, BS, CKTP Complete Course on Manual Therapy for Mid Back Pain
June 2012
BYRON, ILLINOIS- Ogle County Physical Therapy's Angela Pfeiffer, PT, DPT, CKTP and Kelly Diehl, PTA, LMT, BS, CKTP recently attended a course called, "Functional Soft Tissue Transformation for the Thoracic Spine" through the Gray Institute.
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| Angela Pfeiffer, PT, DPT, CKTP |
Kelly Diehl, PTA, LMT, BS, CKTP |
The course taught manual therapy techniques to assess and treat pain and movement dysfunction in the mid back region. The information discussed how to identify abnormalities and use manual therapy techniques to restore soft tissue health and improve function.
Ogle County Physical Therapy focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is a part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute consisting of clinics in Belvidere, Ogle County- Byron, Marengo, McHenry, Poplar Grove and Roscoe. With 6 clinics, 25 clinicians, and over 200 years of combined experience, the clinics of OSTI pride themselves on providing its patients with the highest quality of care. To make an appointment, call 815-234-5561.
Ben Gulotta, PT of Roscoe Physical Therapy Completes Course on Upper Extremity Injuries
May 2012
ROSCOE, ILLINOIS - Ben Gulotta, Roscoe Physical Therapy’s clinic director, attended the course, “Shoulder Girdle to the Hand,” that covered assessing and treating injuries to the shoulder to the hand.
The course emphasized a manual therapy approach when treating patients with injuries of the cervical spine, shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand.
Roscoe Physical Therapy, 5003 Hononegah Road, Roscoe, specializes in orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is a part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute which consists of clinics in Belvidere, Byron, Marengo, McHenry, Roscoe and Poplar Grove. For information or an appointment: ostipt.com or 815-623-9700.
Ogle County Physical Therapy's Steve Merema, PT, MPT, CKTP and Kelly Diehl, PTA, LMT, BS, CKTP Are Now Certified Kinesio® Taping Practitioners
May 2012
BYRON, ILLINOIS - Ogle County Physical Therapy would like to announce that Steve Merema, PT, MPT, CKTP and Kelly Diehl, PTA, LMT, BS, CKTP are now Certified Kinesio® Taping Practitioners. This taping method offers patients a more gentle approach to rehabilitation than those provided by conventional athletic taping that is wrapped around a joint strictly for stabilization and/or support.
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| Steve Merema, PT, MPT, CKTP |
Kelly Diehl, PTA, LMT, BS, CKTP |
The Kinesio® Taping Method is applied over muscles to reduce pain and inflammation, relax overused or tired muscles, and support muscles in movement. It is not a restrictive type of taping and allows for full range of motion. Kinesio® Taping is used to treat anything from sports injuries, carpal tunnel syndrome, lower back strain/pain, knee and shoulder conditions, along with many more. Taping can be used by patients of every age and condition and typically lasts for 3-5 days per application.
In order to find out more about this taping method you may contact Ogle County Physical Therapy or any of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute clinics.
Ogle County Physical Therapy focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is a part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute consisting of clinics in Belvidere, Ogle County- Byron, Marengo, McHenry, Poplar Grove and Roscoe. With 6 clinics, 25 clinicians, and over 200 years of combined experience, the clinics of OSTI pride themselves on providing its patients with the highest quality of care. To make an appointment, call 815-234-5561.
Ogle County Physical Therapy Offers Its 8th Annual Ultimate Advantage Sports Enhancement Camp
May 2012
BYRON, ILLINOIS - Ogle County Physical Therapy will be offering the clinic's Ultimate Advantage Sports Enhancement Camp for the 8th year straight for area Byron high school and junior high athletes. The camp will be offered in a cooperative effort with the Byron Park District.
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| John Cain, ATC, BS, CSCS |
Kim Girton, ATC, BS |
The sports camp was created to give serious athletes the competitive edge in the areas of speed, quickness, agility, explosiveness, and strength by using innovative training methods to provide athletes with the Ultimate Advantage. The program was developed from the collaborative efforts of Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute's licensed athletic trainers, physical therapists and certified strength and conditioning specialists.
The camp consists of demanding, 1 hour long sessions, 2 to 3 times per week. The athlete's progress will be evaluated through pre and post testing to gauge individual improvement. Past participants have seen significant improvements in 40 yard dash speed, vertical jump, lateral quickness, and agility testing.
The camp will cover ACL injury prevention as well as a sports nutrition emphasis to enhance the camp program. The ACL injury prevention portion will focus on utilizing and strengthening key components of the lower extremity to minimize the risk of injury. The sports nutrition emphasis of camp will cover eating for performance as well as changes and alternatives to an athlete's diet. This results in an ever evolving program with exciting, innovative techniques to give athletes the Ultimate Advantage.
To sign up for the Ultimate Advantage Sports Enhancement Camp, please stop by the Byron Park District for a registration form or call (815) 234-8435 for more details. Slots are on a first come first serve basis and will fill up fast.
Ogle County Physical Therapy's Steve Merema, PT, MPT, CKTP Named Clinic Director
April 2012
BYRON, ILLINOIS - Steve Merema, PT, MPT, CKTP has been named the new Clinic Director of Ogle County Physical Therapy. Steve will now be responsible for overseeing daily clinic operations while continuing to see patients. He is replacing previous Clinic Director and current President and Co-Owner of OSTI, Jon Link, PT, MPT, OCS, CSCS. Ogle County Physical Therapy's clinical staff includes Angela Pfeiffer, PT, DPT, CKTP; Bridget Johnson, PT, OCS, CKTP; Donnie Early, PT, MPT; Kelly Diehl, PTA, LMT, BS; and certified athletic trainers Kim Girton, ATC, BS for Byron High School and John Cain, ATC, BS, CSCS for Oregon High School.
Steve has been on staff at Ogle County Physical Therapy since 2010. He is a graduate of Northern Illinois University where he received both his Bachelors of Science and Master of Physical Therapy degrees. He is currently working on completing his Doctorate degree in physical therapy. Steve specializes in both orthopedic and sports rehabilitation. He is a certified ASTYM (Augmented Soft Tissue Mobilization) provider, is trained in casting and fitting custom orthotics, and earlier this year completed the coursework to become a Certified Kinesio Taping Practitioner (CKTP).
"I am honored to have this exciting opportunity. Our entire staff is very experienced and knowledgeable. I thank them for their support as I undertake this new responsibility. I look forward to leading the clinic and continuing its history of providing an enjoyable and effective physical therapy experience," says Steve Merema, PT, MPT, CKTP on his new role at Ogle County Physical Therapy.
Ogle County Physical Therapy focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is a part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute consisting of clinics in Belvidere, Ogle County- Byron, Marengo, McHenry, Poplar Grove and Roscoe. With 6 clinics, 25 clinicians, and over 200 years of combined experience, the clinics of OSTI pride themselves on providing its patients with the highest quality of care. To make an appointment, call 815-234-5561.
Marengo Physical Therapy's Katie Allen-Wacker, PTA Is Now Certified In Augmented Soft Tissue Mobilization (ASTYM®)
April 2012
MARENGO, Illinois - Marengo Physical Therapy would like to announce that physical therapy assistant Katie Allen-Wacker, PTA is now certified in ASTYM® (Augmented Soft Tissue Mobilization) a technique used to treat tendonitis/ chronic irritation symptoms.
The Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute was the first provider in the area to provide ASTYM® treatment for their patients.
The treatment is very beneficial with excellent outcomes for individuals suffering from tendonitis/chronic irritation symptoms. These symptoms include but are not limited to the following conditions: Carpal tunnel syndrome, Achilles tendonitis, Lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow), Plantar fasciitis, Medial epicondylitis (golfer's elbow), Patellar tendonitis, DeQuervain's tenosynovitis, Trochanteric bursitis.
Marengo Physical Therapy focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is a part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute consisting of clinics in Belvidere, Ogle County- Byron, Marengo, McHenry, Poplar Grove and Roscoe. With 6 clinics, 25 clinicians, and over 200 years of combined experience, the clinics of OSTI pride themselves on providing its patients with the highest quality of care. To make an appointment, call 815-568-8878.
Poplar Grove Physical Therapy's Kathleen Murphy, PT, DPT Provides Presentation to Boone County Council on Aging's Keen Age Center
March 2012
BELVIDERE, Illinois- Poplar Grove Physical Therapy's Clinic Director, Kathleen Murphy, PT, DPT gave a presentation on common joint injuries and the benefits of therapy at Boone County Council on Aging's Keen Age Center. Kathleen discussed injuries of the shoulder, elbow, knee, hip, and feet and the treatment options that offered at Poplar Grove Physical Therapy.
Poplar Grove Physical Therapy focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is a part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute consisting of clinics in Belvidere, Ogle County- Byron, Marengo, McHenry, Poplar Grove and Roscoe. With 6 clinics, 25 clinicians, and over 200 years of combined experience, the clinics of OSTI pride themselves on providing its patients with the highest quality of care. To make an appointment, call 815-765-1155.
Belvidere Physical Therapy's Paula McKenzie, PT Attends the APTA's Combined Sections Meeting
February 2012
Belvidere Physical Therapy's Paula McKenzie attended the American Physical Therapy Association's Combined Sections Meeting in February in Chicago.
McKenzie participated in breakout courses that covered specific diagnoses and various treatment options. Courses included information on pelvic floor strength and stabilization, the importance of nutrition and the dietary factors that can affect and decrease chronic pelvic floor pain, conservative treatment plans for scoliosis and common causes of and treatment for tennis elbow.
McKenzie specializes in women's health and orthopedic rehabilitation.
Belvidere Physical Therapy is located at 1686 Henry Luckow Lane.
For more information, call 815-547-4777.
Belvidere Physical Therapy's Josh Meyers, PT, DPT, OCS Gives Presentation to Belvidere Y's Silver Sneakers
February 2012
BELVIDERE, Illinois - Belvidere Physical Therapy's Clinic Director, Josh Meyers, PT, DPT, OCS presented to the Silver Sneaker Seniors at the clinic's Belvidere YMCA partner.
Josh gave a presentation on "Common Orthopedic Conditions in Adults" that covered information on common orthopedic conditions and injuries, typical treatment protocols and the benefits of physical therapy.
Belvidere Physical Therapy focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is a part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute consisting of clinics in Belvidere, Ogle County- Byron, Marengo, McHenry, Poplar Grove and Roscoe. With 6 clinics, 25 clinicians, and over 200 years of combined experience, the clinics of OSTI pride themselves on providing its patients with the highest quality of care. To make an appointment, call 815-547-4777.
Jon Link, PT, MPT, OCS, CSCS Gives Physical Therapy Presentation to Marengo Park District
January 2012
MARENGO, Illinois- Jon Link, PT, MPT, OCS, CSCS president of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute and clinic director of Marengo Physical Therapy gave a presentation to the Marengo Park District on common musculoskeletal injuries, what to expect from physical therapy, and how big of a role it can play in the recovery process.
Marengo Physical Therapy focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is a part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute consisting of clinics in Belvidere, Ogle County- Byron, Marengo, McHenry, Poplar Grove and Roscoe. With 6 clinics, 25 clinicians, and over 200 years of combined experience, the clinics of OSTI pride themselves on providing its patients with the highest quality of care. To make an appointment, call 815-568-8878.
Roscoe Physical Therapy’s Ben Gulotta, PT Presents to the Members of Stateline Family YMCA
January 2012
ROSCOE, Illinois- Roscoe Physical Therapy’s clinic director, Ben Gulotta, PT gave a presentation, "Maintaining Fitness at Home" to the members of the Stateline YMCA. His presentation covered the importance of exercise in your daily routine when you cannot make it to the gym, the benefits of exercise when it comes to staying healthy and avoiding injuries, and what types of exercises that can be done at home.
Roscoe Physical Therapy focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is a part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute consisting of clinics in Belvidere, Ogle County- Byron, Marengo, McHenry, Poplar Grove and Roscoe. With 6 clinics, 25 clinicians, and over 200 years of combined experience, the clinics of OSTI pride themselves on providing its patients with the highest quality of care. To make an appointment, call 815-623-9700.
McHenry County Physical Therapy’s Clinical Staff Is Now Certified In Augmented Soft Tissue Mobilization (ASTYM®)
December 2011
McHENRY, Illinois- McHenry County Physical Therapy’s clinical staff; Megan Kennebeck, PT, DPT, ATC and Ashley Reed, PT, MPT are now certified in ASTYM® (Augmented Soft Tissue Mobilization) a technique used to treat tendonitis/ chronic irritation symptoms.
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The Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute was the first provider in the area to provide ASTYM® treatment for their patients. The treatment is very beneficial with excellent outcomes for individuals suffering from tendonitis/chronic irritation symptoms. These symptoms include but are not limited to the following conditions: Carpal tunnel syndrome, Achilles tendonitis, Lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow), Plantar fasciitis, Medial epicondylitis (golfer’s elbow), Patellar tendonitis, DeQuervain’s tenosynovitis, Trochanteric bursitis.
This technique works by using specific instruments to help the clinician find the damaged tissue, stimulate it and increase blood flow to the area, allowing the body to begin a new healing process.
McHenry County Physical Therapy focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is a part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute consisting of clinics in Belvidere, Ogle County- Byron, Marengo, McHenry, Poplar Grove and Roscoe. With 6 clinics, 25 clinicians, and over 200 years of combined experience, the clinics of OSTI pride themselves on providing its patients with the highest quality of care. To make an appointment, call 815-344-8706.
Belvidere Physical Therapy’s Tim Seppelt, PT, DPT Attends Course Through the McKenzie Institute on Treatment for Neck and Back Pain
November 2011
BELVIDERE, Illinois- Belvidere Physical Therapy’s Tim Seppelt, PT, DPT attended a course offered by the McKenzie Institute on a treatment approach for neck and mid back pain. The information covered is beneficial when treating patients that suffer from a cervical and/ or thoracic spine disorder. Tim is in the process of becoming a certified McKenzie Therapist.
Belvidere Physical Therapy focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is a part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute consisting of clinics in Belvidere, Ogle County- Byron, Marengo, McHenry, Poplar Grove and Roscoe. With 6 clinics, 25 clinicians, and over 200 years of combined experience, the clinics of OSTI pride themselves on providing its patients with the highest quality of care. To make an appointment, call 815-547-4777.
Belvidere Physical Therapy’s Paula McKenzie, PT Attends Applied Functional Science Symposium
November 2011
Rockford Register Star
Belvidere Physical Therapy’s Paula McKenzie, physical therapist, attended the Applied Science Symposium, where the science of human movement was discussed. The goal of the symposium was to better care for and serve all patients in the areas of assessment, training and conditioning, rehabilitation and injury prevention.
Belvidere Physical Therapy, 1686 Henry Luckow Lane, Belvidere, focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is a part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute, which also includes clinics in Marengo, McHenry, Byron, Poplar Grove and Rockford.
Ogle County Physical Therapy’s Steve Merema, PT, MPT Attends Classes on Kinesio Taping
November 2011
BYRON, Illinois- Ogle County Physical Therapy’s Steve Merema, PT, MPT attended classes 1 and 2 on Kinesio Taping which is currently offered at the clinic. This taping method offers patients a more gentle approach to rehabilitation than those provided by conventional athletic taping that is wrapped around a joint strictly for stabilization and/or support.
The Kinesio® Taping Method is applied over muscles to reduce pain and inflammation, relax overused or tired muscles, and support muscles in movement. It is not a restrictive type of taping and allows for full range of motion. Kinesio® Taping is used to treat anything from sports injuries, carpal tunnel syndrome, lower back strain/pain, knee and shoulder conditions, along with many more. Taping can be used by patients of every age and condition and typically lasts for 3-5 days per application.
Ogle County Physical Therapy focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is a part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute consisting of clinics in Belvidere, Ogle County- Byron, Marengo, McHenry, Poplar Grove and Roscoe. With 6 clinics, 25 clinicians, and over 200 years of combined experience, the clinics of OSTI pride themselves on providing its patients with the highest quality of care. To make an appointment, call 815-234-5561.
Belvidere Physical Therapy’s Lori Gulsrud-Neiber, PT Presents to Belvidere YMCA
November 2011
BELVIDERE, Illinois- Belvidere Physical Therapy’s Lori Gulsrud-Neiber, PT provided a presentation to the members of the Belvidere YMCA on Slip and Fall Prevention as well as Vestibular and Balance disorders, and the benefits of therapy.
Lori’s shared information on things that impact balance, home safety tips and the difference between dizziness and vestibular disorders, and how therapy can help.
Belvidere Physical Therapy focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is a part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute consisting of clinics in Belvidere, Ogle County- Byron, Marengo, McHenry, Poplar Grove and Roscoe. With 6 clinics, 25 clinicians, and over 200 years of combined experience, the clinics of OSTI pride themselves on providing its patients with the highest quality of care. To make an appointment, call 815-547-4777.
Poplar Grove Physical Therapy’s Kathleen Murphy, PT, DPT Provides Presentation to Boone County Council on Aging’s Keen Age Center
November 2011
BELVIDERE, Illinois- Poplar Grove Physical Therapy’s Clinic Director, Kathleen Murphy, PT, DPT gave a presentation at the Keen Age Center on Slip and Fall Prevention. Kathleen provided attendees with information on things that impact balance, home safety tips, things to do to prepare for the winter months, as well as some simple exercises that can be done to help improve
balance.
Poplar Grove Physical Therapy focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is a part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute consisting of clinics in Belvidere, Ogle County- Byron, Marengo, McHenry, Poplar Grove and Roscoe. With 6 clinics, 25 clinicians, and over 200 years of combined experience, the clinics of OSTI pride themselves on providing its patients with the highest quality of care. To make an appointment, call 815-765-1155.
Ashley Reed, PT, MPT Joins McHenry County Physical Therapy
October 2011
McHenry County Physical Therapy would like to announce that Ashley Reed, PT, MPT, physical therapist has joined the clinical staff. Ashley joins the clinic’s existing staff members of Megan Kennebeck, PT, DPT, ATC; Rachel Rietveld, PT, DPT; and Christy Diddens, ATC, MS.
Ashley is a native of Sycamore, Illinois. She received her Master of Physical Therapy degree at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, Illinois in May 2011. Her undergraduate focus was on Kinesiology/Exercise Physiology also at Northern Illinois University. While working on her undergraduate and post-graduate degree, she worked in physical therapy clinics in both Illinois and California as a physical therapy technician for five years.
Ashley performed clinical rotations with an emphasis on neurological and orthopedic conditions in both outpatient and inpatient settings. Her background as a physical therapy technician and her clinical rotations during school has led her to focus her interests on neurological and orthopedic conditions. She is looking forward to furthering her education in those two areas with continuing education courses.
McHenry County Physical Therapy focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is a part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute consisting of clinics in Belvidere, Ogle County- Byron, Marengo, McHenry, Poplar Grove and Roscoe. With 6 clinics, 25 clinicians, and over 200 years of combined experience, the clinics of OSTI pride themselves on providing its patients with the highest quality of care. To make an appointment, call 815-344-8706.
Christy Didden’s ATC, BS Speaks at Belvidere Y’s Youth Sports Coaches’ Meeting
October 2011
BELVIDERE, Illinois- Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute’s athletic trainer, Christy Diddens, ATC, BS presented at the Belvidere YMCA’s Youth Sports Coaches’ Meeting for the kickoff of basketball season. Christy provided the coaches with information on the signs and symptoms of concussion. She also covered proper stretching that can be done before and after practice or games.
Murphy Becomes Clinic Director at Poplar Grove Physical Therapy
September 2011
Rockford Register Star
Kathleen Murphy of Caledonia was named clinic director at Poplar Grove Physical Therapy, 13524 Julie Drive, Poplar Grove. A physical therapist, she will continue to see patients and oversee the clinic’s daily operations. The clinic specializes in orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute, which also includes clinics in Belvidere, Byron, Marengo, McHenry and Roscoe.
Marengo Physical Therapy’s Diane Parrish, PT, DPT Presents “Fit to a T” Program at Cherry Valley Library
September 2011
CHERRY VALLEY, Illinois- Marengo Physical Therapy’s Diane Parrish, PT, DPT gave a presentation on the “Fit to a T” program on behalf of the U.S. Bone and Joint Decade (USBJD) at the Cherry Valley Library.
The “Fit for T” program is designed to help the public learn more about bone health and osteoporosis. The presentation covered the detection, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of osteoporosis. The program is called “Fit to a T” because the T-score is a measure of a person’s bone density and susceptibility to fragility fracture.
“Fit to a T” is relevant to all ages and is aimed at men and women in their mid 40’s to late 60’s, as well as those who are highly susceptible to osteoporotic fractures or have experienced a break. It also aims to help people make lifestyle changes to alter the course of the condition.
Participants that attended the “Fit to a T” presentation learned how to assess their living environment and fracture risk, understand the basics of lifelong bone health, and be able to discuss their bone health issues with their physician.
Marengo Physical Therapy focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is a part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute consisting of clinics in Belvidere, Ogle County- Byron, Marengo, McHenry, Poplar Grove and Roscoe. With 6 clinics, 25 clinicians, and over 200 years of combined experience, the clinics of OSTI pride themselves on providing its patients with the highest quality of care. To make an appointment, call 815-568-8878.
Belvidere Physical Therapy’s Tim Seppelt, PT, DPT Fitness Presentation to Sheffield Meadows Senior Apartments
September 2011
BELVIDERE, Illinois-Belvidere Physical Therapy’s Tim Seppelt, PT, DPT gave a fitness presentation to the residents of the Sheffield Meadows Senior Apartments. Tim provided and reviewed with attendees an exercise program that included upper and lower body exercises for all fitness levels.
Belvidere Physical Therapy focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is a part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute consisting of clinics in Belvidere, Ogle County- Byron, Marengo, McHenry, Poplar Grove and Roscoe. With 6 clinics, 25 clinicians, and over 200 years of combined experience, the clinics of OSTI pride themselves on providing its patients with the highest quality of care. To make an appointment, call 815-547-4777.
Belvidere Physical Therapy’s Josh Meyers, PT, DPT, OCS Gives Presentation to Belvidere Y’s Silver Sneakers
September 2011
BELVIDERE, Illinois- Belvidere Physical Therapy’s Clinic Director, Josh Meyers, PT, DPT, OCS presented to the Silver Sneaker Seniors at the clinic’s Belvidere YMCA partner.
Josh gave a presentation called “No Pain, No Gain” that covered information on how to manage an injury and work through an injury when returning to an exercise program.
Belvidere Physical Therapy focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is a part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute consisting of clinics in Belvidere, Ogle County- Byron, Marengo, McHenry, Poplar Grove and Roscoe. With 6 clinics, 25 clinicians, and over 200 years of combined experience, the clinics of OSTI pride themselves on providing its patients with the highest quality of care. To make an appointment, call 815-547-4777.
Ogle County Physical Therapy’s Athletic Trainers Receive Training in Functional Movement Screens
September 2011
BYRON, Illinois- Ogle County Physical Therapy’s Kim Girton, ATC, BS- athletic trainer at Byron High School and John Cain, ATC,BS, CSCS- athletic trainer at Oregon High School recently received training in Functional Movement Screens (FMS).
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The FMS screen provides a standardized approach to assessing fundamental movement, identifying limitations and asymmetries. The concept behind FMS is in order to maximize the body’s performance potential, the whole body must be functioning properly. If there are weak functional elements of the body, this weakens performance of the body and increases the likelihood of a potential injury.
The FMS screen is a standardized test which is comprised of seven motions. Individuals will be given a score based on his or her performance of each motion. Progress and motion patterns will be monitored and recorded over time to track improvement. The screen itself takes anywhere between 15 and 30 minutes.
The FMS screen is beneficial for athletes of all backgrounds or individuals looking to get into shape. The system helps individuals attain long term fitness levels, improve functional fitness and athletic performance, establish a starting point for realistic goals, and identify and resolve movement problems. Organizations such as the NFL Combine, German National Team, US Military and professional athletes in the NFL, NHL, and MLB utilize the screening progress.
Ogle County Physical Therapy focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is a part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute consisting of clinics in Belvidere, Ogle County- Byron, Marengo, McHenry, Poplar Grove and Roscoe. With 6 clinics, 25 clinicians, and over 200 years of combined experience, the clinics of OSTI pride themselves on providing its patients with the highest quality of care. To make an appointment, call 815-234-5561.
McHenry County Physical Therapy’s Christy Diddens, ATC, MS Completes Ergonomics Assessment Certification
September 2011
MCHENRY, Illinois- McHenry County Physical Therapy’s Christy Didden, ATC, MS- athletic trainer for Johnsburg High School completed an Ergonomics Assessment Certification (CEAS I) through the Back School of Atlanta.
The CEAS I course discussed and covered how to develop effective ergonomic programs, how to write job descriptions, and complete job analyses. Christy plans on implementing this new certification in the services she provides for the clinic’s industrial rehab clients and patients.
McHenry County Physical Therapy focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is a part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute consisting of clinics in Belvidere, Ogle County- Byron, Marengo, McHenry, Poplar Grove and Roscoe. With 6 clinics, 25 clinicians, and over 200 years of combined experience, the clinics of OSTI pride themselves on providing its patients with the highest quality of care. To make an appointment, call 815-344-8706.
Randy Wright, MS, ATC/L, Director of Industrial Rehab Takes Continuing Education Course
September 2011
BELVIDERE, Illinois- Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute’s Director of Industrial Rehabilitation, Randy Wright, MS, ATC/L attended a course on Post Surgical Rehabilitation. The course covered how to write exercise prescriptions and how to design exercises for patients that suffer from chronic diseases and for patients post surgery.
Diane Parrish Receives Doctorate in Physical Therapy
August 2011
Marengo-Union Times
Marengo Physical Therapy is pleased to announce that Diane Parrish, PT, DPT, received her Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy (DPT) from St. Ambrose University in Davenport, Iowa. Diane received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Therapy from Northern Illinois University in 1995. Diane has been with Marengo Physical Therapy since 2007.
She has applied her vast knowledge of orthopedics and sports medicine to patients in the Marengo-Union community. Diane has specialized training for vestibular rehabilitation working with balance deficits and dizziness. She has worked with vestibular hypofunction, Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, acoustic neuroma resections including those who have had gamma knife, as well as a wide variety of other central problems. Marengo Physical Therapy is located at 212 Lindow Lane in Marengo; and specializes in orthopedic, sports, and industrial rehabilitation.
Roscoe Physical Therapy’s Terra Anderson, PT Provides Q&A to Roscoe Curves Members
August 2011
ROSCOE, Illinois- Roscoe Physical Therapy’s Terra Anderson, PT was onsite at the Roscoe Curves for Women during one of the facility’s morning workout sessions. Members had the opportunity to ask physical therapy and exercise related questions.
Roscoe Physical Therapy focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is a part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute consisting of clinics in Belvidere, Ogle County- Byron, Marengo, McHenry, Poplar Grove and Roscoe. With 6 clinics, 25 clinicians, and over 200 years of combined experience, the clinics of OSTI pride themselves on providing its patients with the highest quality of care. To make an appointment, call 815-623-9700.
Physical Therapists Expand Knowledge Base
May 2011
Rockford Register Star
Kathleen Murphy, a physical therapist with Poplar Grove Physical Therapy (815-765-1155), attended classes 1 and 2 on kinesio taping, which will be offered at the clinic. It offers a more gentle approach to rehabilitation than those provided by conventional athletic taping wrapped around a joint strictly for stabilization and/or support. The nonrestrictive kinesio is applied over muscles to reduce pain and inflammation, relax overused or tired muscles and support muscles in movement. It is used to treat anything from sports injuries and carpal tunnel syndrome to lower back strain to knee and shoulder conditions.
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Lori Gulsrud-Neiber, physical therapist at Belvidere Physical Therapy (815-547-4777), attended a course on mobilization of the nervous system. She learned about neuroanatomy, neurodynamics, pathobiology as it relates to the manual examination of the nervous system, diagnostic skills and clinical reasoning skills related to pain management. She will use the information to treat patients with headaches, neck and low back pain, radiculopathies, repetitive use injuries, plantar fasciitis and nerve compression injuries.
Poplar Grove Physical Therapy, 13524 Julie Drive; and Belvidere Physical Therapy, 1686 Henry Luckow Lane, focus on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. Both are part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute network (ostipt.com), which includes clinics in Marengo, McHenry, Byron and Roscoe.
Josh Meyers Certified in Technique to Treat Tendonitis
May 2011
Rockford Register Star
Josh Meyers of Belvidere Physical Therapy became certified in augmented soft tissue mobilization, a technique used to treat tendinitis and chronic irritation symptoms. Belvidere Physical Therapy focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. Belvidere Physical Therapy is part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute clinics (ostipt.com), which has six clinics and 25 clinicians. For an appointment, call 815-547-4777.
Ogle County Physical Therapy Sports Trainer Partakes in Winter Forum
May 2011
Rockford Register Star
Ogle County Physical Therapy athletic trainer John Cain attended the Great Lakes Athletic Trainers Association winter meeting in Minneapolis. The annual meeting covered topics trainers regularly encounter: throwing injuries in baseball or softball players, lower body injuries, concussions, ACL injury prevention and Kinesio taping.
Ogle County Physical Therapy (404 W. Blackhawk Drive, Byron; 815-234-5561) focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehab; it is part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute network (ostipt.com), which consists of clinics in Belvidere, Marengo, McHenry, Poplar Grove, Roscoe and Byron.
Poplar Grove Physical Therapy’s Kathleen Murphy, PT, DPT Give Presentation to Poplar Grove Curve Members
May 2011
POPLAR GROVE, Illinois- Poplar Grove Physical Therapy’s Kathleen Murphy, PT, DPT spoke to members of the Poplar Grove Curves fitness center about the importance of stretching and strengthening in anticipation for summer activities.
Kathleen’s presentation included stretching and strengthening exercises with the use of Thera-band that can be done to condition major muscle groups of the body.
Poplar Grove Physical Therapy focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is a part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute consisting of clinics in Belvidere, Ogle County- Byron, Marengo, McHenry, Poplar Grove and Roscoe. With 6 clinics, 25 clinicians, and over 200 years of combined experience, the clinics of OSTI pride themselves on providing its patients with the highest quality of care. To make an appointment, call 815-765-1155.
Belvidere Physical Therapy’s Paula McKenzie, PT Provides Presentation to Boone County Council on Aging’s Keen Age Center
May 2011
BELVIDERE, Illinois- Belvidere Physical Therapy’s Paula McKenzie, PT who specializes in women’s health physical therapy gave a presentation on urinary incontinence to the Keen Age Center in Belvidere. Paula shared information on how to achieve good bladder fitness, foods that contribute to urinary leakage and provided attendees with a home exercise program.
Belvidere Physical Therapy focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is a part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute consisting of clinics in Belvidere, Ogle County- Byron, Marengo, McHenry, Poplar Grove and Roscoe. With 6 clinics, 25 clinicians, and over 200 years of combined experience, the clinics of OSTI pride themselves on providing its patients with the highest quality of care. To make an appointment, call 815-547-4777.
Ogle County Physical Therapy’s Athletic Trainer John Cain, ATC, BS, CSCS Attends Annual Athletic Training Meeting
April 2011
BYRON, Illinois- Ogle County Physical Therapy’s athletic train John Cain, ATC, BS, CSCS who is responsible for the athletic training coverage for Oregon High School attended the Great Lakes Athletic Trainers Association Winter Meeting in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
The annual meeting covered topics that are much a part of what an athletic trainer encounters on a daily basis; throwing injuries in baseball and softball players, lower body injuries, concussions, as well as ACL injury prevention and Kinesio taping.
Ogle County Physical Therapy focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is a part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute consisting of clinics in Belvidere, Ogle County- Byron, Marengo, McHenry, Poplar Grove and Roscoe. With 6 clinics, 25 clinicians, and over 200 years of combined experience, the clinics of OSTI pride themselves on providing its patients with the highest quality of care. To make an appointment, call 815-234-5561.
Roscoe YMCA Hears from PT Chief Gulotta
March 2011
Rockford Register Star
In February, Roscoe Physical Therapy clinic’s director, Ben Gulotta, spoke about fall prevention to the senior group at the Stateline Family YMCA, 9901 Main St., Roscoe. He provided prevention tips and information about the benefits of physical therapy after injuries.
Roscoe Physical Therapy, 5003 Hononegah Road (815-623-9700), is part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute network (ostipt.com), which consists of physical therapy clinics in Belvidere, Marengo, McHenry, Byron, Poplar Grove and Roscoe.
Belvidere Physical Therapy's Josh Meyers Earn Doctoral Degree
January 2011
Rockford Register Star
Josh Meyers received his doctoral degree in physical therapy from Des Moines University. Meyers has been the clinical director at Belvidere Physical Therapy since 2005. He has advanced training in orthopedic physical therapy. Belvidere Physical Therapy, 1686 Henry Luckow Lane, specializes in orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute, consisting of six area clinics.
Physical Therapy Trio Certified in Soft-Tissue Mobilization
January 2011
Rockford Register Star
Tim Seppelt, PT, DPT of Belvidere Physical Therapy, and Steve Merema, PT, MPT and Kelly Diehl, PTA, LMT, BS, CKTP of Ogle County Physical Therapy were certified in Augmented Soft Tissue Mobilization (ASTYM), a technique used to treat tendinitis and chronic irritation symptoms.
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The Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute (ostipt.com), with centers in Belvidere, Marengo, McHenry County, Ogle County, Poplar Grove and Roscoe, was the first in the area to provide ASTYM treatment for patients.
Steve Merema, PT, MPT Joins Ogle County Physical Therapy
November 2010
Rockford Register Star
Physical therapist Steve Merema, PT, MPT joined the clinical staff at Ogle County Physical Therapy, 404 W. Blackhawk Drive, Byron. The Rochelle native has experience as a rehabilitation technician and has completed coursework on foot biomechanics, allowing him to cast for custom orthotics. The clinic focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute (ostipt.com) consisting of clinics in Belvidere, Marengo, McHenry, Poplar Grove and Roscoe. To make an appointment, call 815-234-5561.
Ogle County Physical Therapy Sends Clinicians to Gray Institute Class on Chain Reaction
November 2010
Rockford Register Star
Ogle County Physical Therapy clinicians Bridget Johnson, PT, OCS, CKTP and Dr. Angela Pfeiffer, PT, DPT, CKTP attended the Gray Institute's class on chain reaction transformation. The class teaches how to functionally assess, train, condition, rehabilitate and prevent injury in a way practical for individuals of any age or ability.
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Ogle County Physical Therapy, 404 W. Blackhawk Drive, Byron, focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute (ostipt.com) consisting of clinics in Belvidere, Marengo, McHenry, Poplar Grove and Roscoe. For an appointment, call 815-234-5561.
Angela Pfeiffer, PT, DPT, CKTP and Kelly Diehl, PTA, LMT, BS, CKTP Become Certified Kinesio Taping Practitioners
October 2010
Rockford Register Star
Dr. Angela Pfeiffer, PT, DPT, CKTP and Kelly Diehl, PTA, LMT, BS, CKTP of Ogle County Physical Therapy have become certified Kinesio Taping Practitioners. Ogle County Physical Therapy (ostipt.com) clinic, 404 W. Blackhawk Drive, Byron, has three certified practitioners on staff.
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The taping method offers patients a more gentle approach to rehabilitation than those provided by conventional athletic taping wrapped around joints for stabilization and/or support only. It is used to reduce pain and inflammation, relax tired muscles and support muscles in movement. Ogle County Physical Therapy focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute network. For more information, call 815-234-5561.
Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute Opens Poplar Grove Location
June 2010
Rockford Register Star
POPLAR GROVE — It has, if you will, that new-gym smell. Fresh pine under the parallel bars, shiny new stability balls, medicine balls, wobble boards and Bosu balls.
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Poplar Grove Physical Therapy, a 3,750-square-foot facility at 13524 Julie Drive in the Countryside Square center off Illinois 76, opened today as the sixth location of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute, which began business as Belvidere Physical Therapy in 1998.
"Our company has been blessed to be able to expand during the current economic landscape," Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute owner Jon Link said. "Most of our clinics are in underserved areas or in areas where there aren't a whole lot of physical therapy clinics, but all of our clinics stay really busy from the standpoint of trying to do a good job for our patients and keeping our therapists up to date on the latest and most innovative techniques."
Link said the company's success in Belvidere and the expanding population of the Poplar Grove, Caledonia and Candlewick Lake areas figured in the decision to open the new clinic.
"Our referrals come from hospitals, primary care physicians and orthopedic groups, so it makes a difference if you can go into a growing area," Link said. "The patient has the ability to choose their provider. A lot of them aren't aware of that, but it's important. If you live, for example, in Poplar Grove, and you have to go for therapy three times a week. You may want to take into consideration that you don't want to drive into Rockford that many times."
The new clinic will be staffed by physical therapist Kathleen Murphy who, Link said, grew up in Caledonia.
The company employs 40 people, including 18 physical therapists and therapists' assistants and six certified athletic trainers who work with high schools in the areas of its clinics. Its other clinics are at 1686 Henry Luckow Lane in Belvidere, 212 Lindow Lane in Marengo, 406 N. Front St. in McHenry, 404 W. Blackhawk Drive in Byron and 5003 Hononegah Road in Roscoe.
"Even though we started out in Belvidere, we've never gone toward Rockford," Link said. "It will have to be the right environment for us to do that, because there is a lot of competition in Rockford. We want to make sure that when we do a Rockford location, it's well thought out and definitely serving the needs of the community."
"If anything, we might look at something on the west side of Rockford, something out of the box, just because again I think it would be a need in an underserved community."
Ogle County Physical Therapy Named 2010 Business of the Year by Byron Chamber of Commerce
April 2010
The Tempo
Ogle County Physical Therapy was selected by the Byron Chamber of Commerce as the Business of the Year for 2010. The award was presented to Ogle County Physical Therapy's Clinic Director and President of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute, Jon Link, PT, MPT, OCS, CSCS. The award was presented on April 10th, 2010, by Byron's Mayor, Chris Millard in front of local chamber business members.
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"It is great to receive recognition from the chamber and our peers within the Byron Community, said Jon Link, PT, MPT, OCS, CSCS. The award is a testament to the great deal of pride our staff members take in making the entire physical therapy experience an enjoyable and memorable one."
Ogle County Physical Therapy is now entering its 7th year of existence since opening in 2003. Since seeing its first patient, the clinic continues to experience progressive growth. There have been over 3,000 patients treated from northern Ogle County since the clinic's inception.
Bridget Johnson, PT, OCS, CKTP Becomes a Certified Kinesio Taping Practitioner
November 2009
Rockford Register Star
Bridget Johnson, PT, OCS, CKTP became a certified Kinesio Taping Practitioner. This taping method offers patients a more gentle approach to rehabilitation than those provided by conventional athletic taping that is wrapped around a joint strictly for stabilization and/or support.
Bridget is a physical therapist with Ogle County Physical Therapy, 404 W. Blackhawk Drive, Byron, which is part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute network (815-234-5561; ostipt.com). The network consists of clinics in Belvidere, Marengo, McHenry and Roscoe.
Ben Gulotta, PT of Roscoe Physical Therapy Becomes Certified in ASTYM
October 2009
Rockford Register Star
Ben Gulotta, PT received certification in Augmented Soft Tissue Mobilization (ASTYM), a technique used to treat tendonitis or chronic irritation symptoms. Gulotta is a physical therapist with Roscoe Physical Therapy, 5003 Hononegah Road. The clinic focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation. It is part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute (ostipt.com, 815-623-9700).
Ogle County Physical Therapy's Dr. Angela Pfeiffer, PT, DPT Receives Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy
October 2009
The Tempo
Ogle County Physical Therapy is pleased to announce that Dr. Angela Pfeiffer, PT, DPT received her doctorate degree in physical therapy from Shenandoah University in Winchester, Virginia.
Angela has been on staff at Ogle County Physical Therapy since 2004, bringing her vast knowledge and expertise in the areas of orthopedics and sports medicine. Angela has advanced training in biomechanics of the feet and custom orthotics. She has a special interest in orthopedic women's health, sacroiliac (SI) dysfunction, vestibular rehabilitation, and sports medicine. She is dedicated to the enhancement of movement performance in the Ogle County region.
Angela is a native of Rochelle, Illinois where her parents, Greg and Mary Folkers still reside. She is married to Jason Pfeiffer, a native of Ashton, Illinois. Angela and Jason currently reside in Davis Junction, Illinois with their two children, Grace and Helen.
Katie Allen, PTA Joins Marengo Physical Therapy
October 2009
Marengo Union View
Marengo Physical Therapy would like to announce that Katie Allen-Wacker, PTA, physical therapy assistant has joined the clinical staff. Katie joins the clinic's existing staff members of Diane Parish, PT; Erin Randall, ATC, MS; and Kathleen Murphy, PT, DPT.
Katie graduate from Elgin Community College in 2009, with a degree in Physical Therapy Assisting. Most of her clinical experiences were based in orthopedic outpatient settings, including Marengo Physical Therapy. She is planning to attend continuing education courses that will further enhance her knowledge in orthopedic and sports therapy. She enjoys serving the physical therapy needs in the McHenry County area.
Kathleen Murphy, PT, DPT Joins Marengo Physical Therapy
October 2009
Marengo Union View
Marengo Physical Therapy would like to announce that Kathleen Murphy, PT, DPT, physical therapist has joined the clinical staff. Kathleen joins the clinic's existing staff members of Diane Parish, PT; Erin Randall, ATC, MS; and Katie Allen-Wacker, PTA.
Kathleen graduated from Marquette University in 2006, with a Bachelor's degree in both Human Biology and Spanish and in 2008, with her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. Kathleen performed her clinicals in a variety of settings, including outpatient orthopedics and inpatient rehabilitation. Kathleen looks forward to treating orthopedic, sports, and industrial injuries at Marengo Physical Therapy.
Tim Seppelt, PT, DPT Joins Belvidere Physical Therapy
January 2009
Rockford Register Star
Tim Seppelt, PT, DPT joined the clinical staff of Belvidere Physical Therapy, 1686 Henry Luckow Lane, Belvidere. Seppelt specializes in orthopedics and sports medicine. He will be studying to become a certified strength and conditioning specialist and take continuing-education courses in augmented soft-tissue mobilization and spinal mobilization. Belvidere Physical Therapy is part of the Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute (815-547-4777; ostipt.com). The clinic focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation.
Donnie Early, PT, MPT of Ogle County Physical Therapy Becomes Certified to Treat Soft-Tissue Illnesses
January 2009
Rockford Register Star
Donnie Early, PT, MPT became certified in Augmented Soft Tissue Mobilization (ASTYM), a technique to treat tendonitis and chronic irritation symptoms. Donnie is a physical therapist with Ogle County Physical Therapy, 404 W. Blackhawk Drive, Byron. Ogle County Physical Therapy is part of The Orthopedic and Sports Therapy Institute, one of the first to provide ASTM treatment in the area.
Donnie Early PT, MPT Joins Ogle County Physical Therapy
December 2008
Rockford Register Star
Physical therapist Donnie Early, PT, MPT joined the clinical staff at Ogle County Physical Therapy, 404 W. Blackhawk Drive, Byron. Early will become certified in augmented soft-tissue mobilization in December. He has extensive experience working with pre-employment screening, functional capacity evaluations and office ergonomics. The business focuses on orthopedic, sports and industrial rehabilitation.
New Faces at Roscoe Physical Therapy
August 2008
Rockford Register Star
Ben Gulotta, PT is the new Clinic Director of Roscoe Physical Therapy, 5003 Hononegah Road, Roscoe. Ben will manage day-to-day clinical operations and oversee all patient care provided by the clinic.
