Red Rock Physical Therapy & Wellness
Experts of Myofascial Release and Physical Therapy in McHenry County
Physical TherapistsOctober is National Physical Therapy Month! We wanted to take this time to discuss some facts about Physical Therapy and give you some more information about our clinic. The American Physical Therapy Association also offers a website, https://www.choosept.com/, that provides more information about what a physical therapist is and some …
UncategorizedKnow your rights as a patient! Did you know, you can choose any physical therapist office for treatment! If a doctor prescribes physical therapy for a patient they may refer you internally to an affiliated clinic. Many times in larger systems, they will even directly call you to set your …
WellnessWe often prescribe the use of a 4 inch soft ball for Self Myofascial Release treatment. You can use the ball in areas of soft tissue/muscle that are “hot, hard or tender.”
Back Pain Computer Ergonomics PostureReturning to school? Sit all day at work? Try this simple correction for improved posture and less low back discomfort. Get a lumbar roll, rolled up towel/blanket, papertowel roll, light jacket etc Step 1: sit to the back of your chair Step 2: place roll behind your back and the …
Physical TherapistsIntroducing Dr. Emily Rotert, PT, DPT Joining our exceptional team is Dr. Emily Rotert, PT, DPT. Emily attended Concordia University Nebraska, in Seward, NE, where she majored in Exercise Science with minors in Chemistry and Biology. While at Concordia she was a member of the track team and earned NAIA All American …
Direct Access in Physical Therapy! Big news in the field of physical therapy: now in the state of Illinois, Direct Access has been approved! Direct Access allows people to directly make an appointment with a physical therapist without requiring a script from another medical professional. YOU can CHOOSE your providers …
Gardening can be great exercise and a good reason to be active outside. Do not let back pain slow you down or decrease the pleasure of planting and tending. The following tips may help you to avoid injury and increase your enjoyment of this springtime ritual. 1 Remember to get …
Start off the New Year with a new workout plan just for you! Red Rock Physical Therapy is running special for a 60 min session addressing your personal fitness needs to get 2017 off to a healthy start. Only $99 (Regularly $150) through the end of February. The visit is tailored to maximize your …
Deskercise! Feel chained to your desk? Having trouble finding time to fit some exercise into the daily routine when stuck in your cubical? Try some of these simple exercises for 20-30 repetitions at your desk to burn some energy, improve posture, and reduce your stress. Alternating toe taps Seated marching …
WellnessBreathing, what does that have to do with my health? How you breathe is actually very important for your overall health and well being. Breathing patterns can affect how our body functions and responds to changing situations and environments. Normally, breathing is slow and calm in non-stressful relaxing moments but, …
