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    March 24, 2026

    In the Media, Running Tips

    Melissa Nickle

    PEAC Podcast: Train Like a Girl ~ Featuring Denise Smith

    We’re excited to feature the PEAC: Train Like a Girl podcast episode, ‘Rebuilding Runners – Movement, Strengths [...]

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  • Smith Physical Therapy+ Crystal Lake, IL

    March 19, 2026

    Balance & Dizziness

    Dana Tress

    Concussion Testing

    Concussion Testing & Management Concussions are a major topic of discussion among parents, athletes, coaches, [...]

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  • Dancer

    March 16, 2026

    Dance Medicine

    Megan Long

    Top 3 Dance Related Ankle Injuries

    Dance demands strength, control, flexibility, and repetition (often all at end range). It’s no surprise [...]

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  • Smith Physical Therapy+ Physical Therapy Expert

    March 12, 2026

    In the Media

    Melissa Nickle

    Leading with Purpose: Denise Named Woman of Distinction

    Denise Smith was recently featured in the Northwest Herald in recognition of her Woman of [...]

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  • Runner with knee pain

    March 3, 2026

    Performance & Recovery, Running Tips

    Denise Smith

    Knee Pain and Running Shoes

    Recently I was interviewed to give my thoughts and expertise on how running shoes affect [...]

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  • Returning to Outdoor Activity This Spring | Smith Physical Therapy+ | Crystal Lake, IL

    March 2, 2026

    Physical Therapy Tips

    Jennifer Myatt

    Returning to Outdoor Activity

    How to Prevent Low Back and Hip Pain When Returning to Outdoor Activity This Spring [...]

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  • Gymnastics | Smith Physical Therapy+ | Crystal Lake, IL

    February 26, 2026

    Dance Medicine, Performance & Recovery, Physical Therapy Tips

    April Flood

    Return to Sport After a Gymnastics Injury

    Returning to Gymnastics After an Injury: A Safe and Effective Approach You just experienced a [...]

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  • Running shoes plantar fasciitis

    February 25, 2026

    Running Tips

    Denise Smith

    Plantar Fasciitis and Running Shoes

    How Running Shoes Affect Knee Pain and Other Injuries: A Blog Series About 18 months [...]

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  • Smith Physical Therapy+ Physical Therapy Expert

    February 18, 2026

    In the Media, Performance & Recovery, Women's Health

    Melissa Nickle

    Smith Physical Therapy+ Provides Support for Women During Menopausal Journey

    Personalized, one-on-one care to help women feel stronger, move confidently, and thrive during hormonal transition [...]

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  • Martha Stewart Living

    February 16, 2026

    In the Media

    Melissa Nickle

    Dana Tress Contributes Her Expertise in Martha Stewart Living Article

    Dana Tress, PT, of Smith Physical Therapy+, was recently featured in a Martha Stewart Living [...]

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  • Blog | Smith Physical Therapy+ Crystal Lake, IL

    February 12, 2026

    Physical Therapy Tips

    Dana Tress

    We Love The Vestibular System

    Small and mighty, the vestibular system is a powerhouse of the balance system.  It continues [...]

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  • hypermobility side by side

    February 4, 2026

    Physical Therapy Tips

    April Flood

    What is Hypermobility

    Understanding Hypermobility, Instability, and Long-Term Joint Health Hypermobility sounds like a superpower, and sometimes it [...]

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  • Blog | Smith Physical Therapy+ Crystal Lake, IL

    January 14, 2026

    Physical Therapy Tips

    Jennifer Myatt

    How to Train for a Pull-Up

    In October of last year I made a goal to be able to perform an [...]

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  • blog | Smith Physical Therapy+ Crystal Lake, IL

    January 7, 2026

    Balance & Dizziness, Physical Therapy Tips

    Dana Tress

    How Physical Therapy Treats Headaches, Dizziness & Balance Problems

    Do you tell yourself “It’s just a headache” or “I’m just getting old”?  We often [...]

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  • Winter Running

    December 31, 2025

    Running Tips

    April Flood

    Winter Running

    Maybe you ran the Chicago Marathon a few months ago, or maybe your next race [...]

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