Sports Physical Therapy for Children and Teens

The therapists at Fox Valley Physical Therapy and Wellness have a unique perspective on the sports physical therapy needs of kid and teen athletes. Because kids’ bodies are developing, they have specific needs that adult physical therapy doesn’t address. Our sports physical therapists understand these challenges. They combine strategies used for kids and for adults to create unique approaches for young athletes.

Sports Performance Therapy for Kids

Kids often develop posture or movement issues as they grow. While not debilitating, those issues can hurt your child’s effectiveness in life and in sports. By addressing any concerns early on, you’ll minimize their impact. Our sports physical therapy specialists will evaluate your child’s movements to find signs of tightness, weakness or over-compensation. Then, they’ll develop a treatment plan specific to your athlete’s issues, needs and goals. Your child’s physical therapist will monitor and report on progress and adjust therapies as needed. 

Sports Injury Rehabilitation for Kids

Kids get hurt playing sports. It’s a reality no parent likes to face. But, when it happens, our therapists are here to help your athlete back to prime form quickly. We’re specially trained in physical therapy for kids and teens. 

Sometimes, an injury is the result of trauma. Other times it’s due to awkward movement or bad mechanics. No matter what caused the injury, our goals focus beyond simple rehab. We’ll find the root cause of the issue and develop a plan to address it. We use cutting-edge techniques to quickly rehab your athlete’s injury. Ultimately, we’ll work together to improve performance and prevent future injury.

Contact us today to get your young athlete back to doing the activities he or she loves without pain and discomfort.

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Patient Testimonials

We love Mary

My daughter first began seeing Mary Kelly at the age of 16 months, after her first of four major orthopaedic surgeries. It was clear in the beginning that Mary is no ordinary physical therapist. Over the four years that my daughter has been Mary’s client we have always found her to be a kind,...

- Shelby M.

Incredible insight and perspective

“Mary Kelly has been working with our son for over a year now. Thanks to her incredible insight, she has been able to unravel several issues that no other therapist had even identified. With her perspective, patience, and extensive experience, Mary has given our son the opportunity to overcome...

- Kathy M.

In good hands

I am very glad that I came to Fox Valley Physical Therapy and Wellness. I began physical therapy with Chris Kelly for a torn hamstring in October 2011. The injury was not healing well and my doctor advised “immediate and aggressive physical therapy” or he believed I would lose the use of my...

- John A.

She (Mary Kelly) is absolutely the best

My daughter has severe physical disability and has been treated by Mary Kelly for the last 8 years. Mary provides professional knowledge, detailed explanations, and compassionate care. She is absolutely the best in the Chicago area! ...

- Kim L.

Knowledgeable, caring, and dedicated

If you are looking for a private, personalized and professional physical therapist, Fox Valley Physical Therapy and Wellness is the choice for you. Both Chris and Mary Kelly are knowledgeable, caring and dedicated. I arrived with severe pain and difficulty walking and standing and have shown...

- Barbara W.

A big thank you to Chris

I came to physical therapy with a skeptic view as to its benefits having had prior experiences that didn’t always work out with other injuries. Following my podiatrist’s recommendation, I went to see Chris, gave PT another chance, and was thrilled by the results.  I arrived...

- F.M.

Treatment beyond the industry standard

I saw Chris Kelly for physical therapy after an ACL injury and was really pleased with the quality of care that I received. As an active person, it was very important to me to be able to return to all the things I had done prior to the injury. Chris treated me as a partner in my care and made my...

- Rose Ann D.

I can golf again

Intense discomfort in the hip area made walking difficult and disallowed my main hobby: golf. Chris Kelly, through careful listening and knowledgeable probing questions, discovered the true source of the pain and created a regime to treat the offending area as well as promote flexibility and...

- Stephen Frost

Highly skilled

Chris and Mary provide a very caring and motivating environment for the patients. They also instill a very collaborative approach that benefits the patient. Highly skilled in their respective specialties with the ultimate goal of helping you. ...

- Karin H.

Some of the BEST in physical therapy

You feel all their efforts are directed toward resolving your problem. They’re some of the BEST in physical therapy. I would definitely recommend patients to them for treatment. ...

- Mary C.

Thank you Mary

Mary Kelly has been working with our son for over a year now. Thanks to her incredible insight, she has been able to unravel several issues that no other therapist had even identified. With her perspective, patience, and extensive experience, Mary has given our son the opportunity to overcome his...

- Kathy M.

Our Services

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Physical Therapy

Our team of therapists provides clinical expertise to thoroughly evaluate and diagnose the problem behind the symptoms.

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Orthopedics

Our therapists offer their clinical expertise to thoroughly evaluate and diagnose the problem behind the symptoms.

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Pediatrics

We offer pediatric evaluations and physical therapy treatment for children, birth through 21 years.