From Injury to Peak Performance
Individualized care designed by a Sports Physical Therapist
Our Physical Therapy Services
Injury & Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
We use extensive clinical expertise and state of the art technology to maximize your recovery and get you back to your sport
One-on-one Physical Therapy
Unlike most physical therapy clinics, our PTs work 1:1 with each patient in individualized sessions for the whole hour.
Movement Analysis & Injury Preventions
Get ahead of the Game! Our movement analysis will help you identify deficits/weakness to prevent injury and maximize performance
Why choose us
- Dedicated physical therapy only location
- One-on-One treatment sessions
- Evidence-based rehab tailored for you
- Experienced teams of DPTs guiding your recovery
Your Downers grove team
Together, our team combines decades of experience in orthopedic rehab, sports medicine, and recovery care
CJ Johnson- PT,DPT
Managing Director & Owner
CJ grew up in Downers Grove, where he developed a passion for sports and performance, playing football and baseball in school. After sustaining an injury, he developed a passion for physical therapy. This passion led him to Bradley University to pursue his doctorate in physical therapy. During this time, he had the opportunity to work with athletes of all levels, including collegiate and professional. CJ specializes in sports rehab with a focus on overhead athletes, such as baseball players, leveraging his expertise to guide clients of all athletic levels back to peak performance. Known for his empathetic and motivating approach, CJ is committed to helping each client reach their full potential.
Diane Fidler, PT, DPT
Owner
Diane Fidler, PT, DPT
Owner
- Phone:773-941-6132
- Email:dannymisheck@coresportpt.com
Bobby Waddell, PT,DPT
Owner
Bobby Waddell, PT,DPT
Owner
- Phone:773-941-6132
- Email:alicelee@coresportpt.com
WHEN IS PT RIGHT FOR YOU?
Your may benefit form physical therapy if you are experiencing:
- Sports injuries (sprains, strains, overuse)
- Post-surgical recovery needs
- Chronic pain in joints, back, or muscles
- Loss of mobility or movement restrictions
- A desire to return to sports or activity safely
FAQS
Our frequently asked questions
Illinois is a direct access state, which means you do not need a physician’s script to get started. Simply give us a call, and we can set up your initial evaluation.
773-941-6132
We are in network with Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO. We also offer self-pay rates, and can help look into out-of-network reimbursement rates for you. Just give us a call. 773-941-6132.
Comfortable, athletic clothes. Dressing in layers is also helpful in case your injury requires interventions that need direct contact with an area of the body (such as dry needling, soft tissue massage, joint mobilization, scraping/taping, etc…)
We treat athletes of all ages and sports! If you’ve suffered an injury, had surgery, or experience chronic pain, physical therapy can help. Still not sure, give us a call to talk you through some options! We also offer Pilates- Based PT, Pelvic Health PT, and Pediatric PT through our Core Fitness and Physical Therapy Branch.