Physical Therapy is a medical profession that specializes in rehabilitation after injury or illness. Physical therapists work hand in hand with physicians, surgeons, podiatrists and dentists to restore function and return patients to normal activities as quickly and safely as possible.

Physical Therapy utilizes many advanced techniques, such as ultrasound, electrostimulation, and isokinetic computerized exercise to restore function. Most programs include exercise to some degree, thereby involving the patient in an active role for getting better. "Hands on" techniques such as mobilization, stretching, and myofascial release are used by therapists with advanced training.
Sports Medicine combines the science of sports and the field of medicine with the goals being prevention, management, and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. At East Suburban Sports Medicine Center advanced care and rehabilitation of athletic injuries involve a "team" approach. Physical therapists, athletic trainers, orthopedic surgeons, team physicians and coaches are all involved in returning athletes to competition. The staff at East Suburban Sports Medicine, with its many years of on-field experience at the high school, college, and professional level are specialists in the field of sports medicine.