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Arthritis Pain Relief for Active Adults in Evanston, IL

How an Expert-Led Care Clinic Can Improve Your Quality of Life

(Skillz Physical Therapy LLC)

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Arthritis impacts over 58 million adults in the U.S., causing daily challenges like joint stiffness, swelling, and persistent pain. While medications are often prescribed, more people are now seeking non-pharmaceutical ways to manage their arthritis and regain control of their lives.

That’s where Skillz Physical Therapy —The Leading Expert-Led Care Clinic in Evanston, IL comes in—offering tailored solutions like dry needling, laser therapy, and guided exercise programs to help reduce pain and improve movement without relying on drugs.

What Is Arthritis, Really?

Arthritis isn’t one disease. It refers to over 100 conditions that affect the joints, including:

  • Osteoarthritis (OA): Wear-and-tear damage to joint cartilage
  • Rheumatoid arthritis (RA): Immune system attacking joint tissues
  • Psoriatic arthritis: Associated with psoriasis and inflammation

These conditions can lead to:

  • Daily pain and stiffness
  • Reduced mobility
  • Swollen joints
  • Fatigue and weakness

Movement often feels harder—but the right kind of movement, supervised by skilled professionals, can be your best medicine.

How an Expert-Led Care Clinic Helps Manage Arthritis

At centers like Skillz Physical Therapy —The Leading Expert-Led Care Clinic in Evanston, treatment goes beyond a generic workout plan. Instead, licensed clinicians & skilled professionals provide outcomes-driven care that targets the origin point of your pain. Here's how:

  • Restore Joint Function —Your care team builds your very own custom-fit plan to strengthen muscles around your joints, reduce strain, and improve the way your body moves.
  • Reduce Pain Without Medication —With hands-on techniques such as manual therapy, joint mobilization, and dry needling, our clinicians can reduce tension and improve circulation.
  • Regain Flexibility and Comfort —Gentle stretching and mobility work help reduce stiffness and allow you to move with greater ease.
  • Prevent Further Breakdown —Education, posture training, and balance exercises help you avoid falls and joint strain, slowing the progression of arthritis.

Innovative Tools That Accelerate Relief

As the Leading Expert-Led Care Clinic, Skillz Physical Therapy combines traditional wisdom with cutting-edge tools that support long-term relief:

  • Dry Needling: Targets muscle knots and trigger points with fine needles— releasing tight areas and boosting circulation.
  • Laser Therapy: Class IV lasers penetrate deep into joints to reduce inflammation and speed up healing—painless and proven effective.
  • Electrical Stimulation (E-Stim): Encourages muscle function and reduces swelling, especially in weakened or inflamed joints.
  • Ultrasound Therapy: Uses sound waves to increase deep tissue warmth, easing stiffness before guided stretches or exercises.

The Power of Movement—On Your Terms

Consistent, appropriate movement is one of the most effective arthritis treatments available. At Skillz Physical Therapy—The Leading Expert-Led Care Clinic in Evanston, your movement plan is crafted just for you. Whether you need low-impact strength training or posture rebalancing, we’ll create a sustainable program based on your goals.

And the best part? You’re not doing it alone—your expert care team is there every step of the way.

What Happens at Your First Visit?

No referral is needed to begin. Your first session includes:

  • A full-body evaluation
  • Discussion of your pain and movement goals
  • A custom-fit care plan built for long-term results
  • Education on treatment options like dry needling, laser, and stretching programs

You can also start with a free injury screening to determine if our care is right for you—no pressure, just answers.

A Better Way to Live With Arthritis

You don’t need to wait for the pain to get worse. Whether you’ve just been diagnosed or have lived with arthritis for years, Expert-led Care at Skillz Physical Therapy can help you move, feel, and live better—without medication.

If you’re near Evanston, or the NorthShore region and want to experience a different kind of arthritis care, reach out to Skillz Physical Therapy, located at 839 Dodge Ave. Evanston, IL 60202. You’ll see why so many patients say: “I wish I’d found this place sooner.”


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