Business Details
29 Years
experience
Your Trusted Physical Therapy Partner in Illinois
Founded in 1997 by Christopher Byers, PT, and Michael Salaway, MSPT, Advanced Rehab & Sports Medicine Services has grown from a specialized nursing home therapy provider to a leading outpatient physical therapy network across Central and Western Illinois. Our mission centers on delivering advanced rehabilitation solutions through a patient-first approach that integrates clinical excellence, cutting-edge technology, and evidence-based practices. With nine strategically located clinics, we ensure residents of smaller communities receive the same high-quality care available in major metropolitan areas. Our team of certified professionals prioritizes personalized treatment plans that address root causes rather than symptoms, focusing on restoring mobility, reducing pain, and improving overall quality of life. We maintain rigorous standards of care through continuous professional development and adherence to the latest therapeutic methodologies.Our commitment to prompt service guarantees first appointments within 24-48 hours, while our transparent communication fosters trust and positive patient outcomes. We accept most major insurance plans and offer specialized programs including workers' compensation services, free injury screenings, and wellness fitness memberships. By combining manual therapy techniques with innovative approaches like Blood Flow Restriction training, we provide comprehensive solutions for musculoskeletal conditions, post-operative recovery, and sports injuries. Our workplace solutions division helps businesses maintain healthy workforces through functional capacity evaluations and job-specific conditioning programs. This holistic approach has established us as a trusted partner in physical rehabilitation across our service regions.
Services
Physical Therapy
Manual Therapy
Therapeutic Exercise
McKenzie Method
Back Therapy
Ultrasound
Cupping
Workplace Solutions
Athletic Training
TMJ Pain
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We guarantee first appointments within 24-48 hours of contact
- Our clinics offer free injury screenings with no insurance required
- Nine strategically located facilities ensure accessible care across Illinois
- We utilize evidence-based practices combined with innovative techniques like BFR therapy
- Certified therapists provide personalized treatment plans for optimal recovery
Services
Physical Therapy
Our physical therapy programs address musculoskeletal injuries, post-surgical recovery, and chronic pain conditions. Using hands-on techniques combined with therapeutic exercises, we help patients regain mobility and strength. Each treatment plan is customized to individual needs, incorporating evidence-based practices that promote long-term healing and prevent future injuries.
Blood Flow Restriction Training
This innovative technique uses controlled blood flow restriction to enhance muscle strength without heavy weights. Applied during exercise with personalized pressure settings, BFR accelerates recovery from joint injuries and post-surgical conditions. Available at select locations, it's particularly effective for patients with limited weight-bearing capacity.
Workplace Solutions
Our workplace injury prevention programs include functional capacity evaluations and job-specific conditioning. We help businesses maintain healthy workforces through ergonomic assessments and customized rehabilitation plans. Our XRTS technology-based FCEs provide objective assessments for safe return-to-work decisions.
Free Injury Screen
We offer no-cost consultations for pain or injury concerns without requiring insurance. During these screenings, our therapists evaluate conditions and recommend appropriate treatment pathways. This service provides immediate guidance for individuals seeking relief from acute or chronic musculoskeletal issues.
Wellness Program
Our supervised wellness programs provide access to cardiovascular and strength-training equipment with professional guidance. Designed for independent exercise maintenance, these monthly memberships support long-term health goals without contractual obligations. Available at select clinic locations as part of post-therapy care continuity.
Questions
What types of conditions do you treat?
We treat musculoskeletal injuries, post-surgical conditions, back/neck pain, sports injuries, TMJ disorders, and neurological conditions using evidence-based physical therapy techniques.
Do you offer same-day appointments?
We guarantee first appointments within 24-48 hours of contact and prioritize urgent cases for prompt care initiation.
Are your therapists certified specialists?
All our therapists hold current physical therapy licenses with specialized training in manual therapy, sports rehabilitation, and evidence-based treatment methodologies.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept most major insurance plans and provide pre-certification services for physical therapy treatments and workplace injury claims.
What locations offer BFR therapy?
Blood Flow Restriction therapy is available at Bloomington, Canton, Galesburg, Kewanee, and Macomb clinics with certified therapists.
How long are typical therapy sessions?
Initial evaluations last 45-60 minutes, with follow-up sessions typically scheduled for 45-minute intervals based on individual treatment plans.
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Reviews (6)
Jane Bower
Apr 13, 2022
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I was told I may never use my right hand properly again. I switched surgeons and luckily he sent me to Advanced Rehab and. Christine. I thank him every time I see him. My rehab was almost as much mental as it was physical. Christine was so important to both!
Kevin & Rhonda Johnson
Jul 09, 2021
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My Physical Therapist, Christine Lindorfer, was exceptional in healing my arm issues. She trained me with exercises that helped in my improvement and you can also watch an online video if you need a reminder of how to do them. She also worked on my arm with her own specialties that definitely moved my healing ahead! Advanced Rehab schedules your visits easily and as often as what works best for your rehabilitation and what works for you.
JoEllyn Larrison
Jun 25, 2021
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This was my first experience with Physical Therapy. The entire staff was positive and experts in their fields. As we worked through my personalized treatment plan we were able to reduce a high level of pain to no pain!
MaKenna A.
Jun 22, 2021
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I was seen in the Bettendorf office, started by just getting screened to see what was wrong with my hamstring. They evaluated me and set up treatment plans. I am 15 years old but I dance competitively, cheer leader, band, and drum line so every night I was using the hamstring. After 2 sessions I started to feel better not fully healed til the end of my treatment. The staff is amazing at working around sports and school to schedule. All the therapisys are extremely kind and give amazing tips to help stretch the muscle. Im so thankful my mom brought me here. Highly recommend to any athlete in pain. -Thanks MaKenna
Brett Russell
Jun 14, 2021
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Had rehab for an elbow injury and not only was it successful but the staff here was amazing as well. The entire group was professional, friendly, and very knowledgeable. They were flexible with the schedule when I needed to change appointment times and always helpful. I would absolutely recommend Advanced Rehab if you are in need of a physical therapist!
Sarah Francisco
Jun 11, 2021
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I had a great experience at Advanced Rehab and Sports Medicine! When I first started going to physical therapy there, I was having a lot of pain in my legs that would start within 5 minutes every time I went on a walk. By the time I left a few weeks later, I had no pain at all on hour long walks! The staff at Advanced Rehab are fantastic and really made all the difference. I worked with Nathan and Nicole in particular, and they were so helpful and kind. Everyone who works here is lovely and actually made my physical therapy sessions enjoyable! I 100% recommend Advanced Rehab and Sports Medicine!
