Patient Success Spotlight
Staff Spotlight
"Body Gears did an amazing job. I had plantar fasciitis on my right foot and could hardly walk in the mornings it hurt so bad. I went to other PTs, doctors, even had cortisone shots but nothing helped. I was told I would have it forever and would need to alter my entire running program to include icing, stretching, etc. Well, that's just not true. After about 6 visits at Body Gears, the pain completely went away. I can run and ski pain-free and I don't have to wear those silly socks at night. The clinic was clean, bright, and the staff was very accommodating with my hectic schedule.The therapist worked with me one on one for almost an hour every visit addressing my foot, knee, gait, and posture. They explained why I had persistent back pain and helped heal not only heal my foot but I was able to overcome all sorts of other nagging aches and pains. Body Gears is a group of wonderful extremely talented PTs." - S. H. (Body Gears Graduate) "Body Gears is a group of wonderful extremely talented PTs.”
Dr. Katrina Carpenter, PT, DPT
® Katrina earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science in North Chicago. She also has a Bachelor of Pre-Physical Therapy degree with a minor in biology from Northern Illinois University. She completed internships in Glen Ellyn, Chicago, Rockford, and Seattle Washington during her graduate school experience and has developed an interest in pelvic health. She has experience in manual therapy and is now working on a certification in Functional Mobilization and Pelvic Floor. Certifications & Training • Doctor of Physical Therapy • Licensed Physical Therapist by the State of Illinois • APTA/IPTA Member (See Q & A with Dr. Katrina on the insert.)
Exercise of the Month Toe Yoga
Create a supported arch in your foot by alternating lifting the big toe while keeping the rest of the toes down and lifting the toes while keeping the big toe down. Work on one foot at a time while seated and progress to standing once you’ve mastered it. If you’re struggling, try using your fingers to both pull up and help create the arch or pull up lightly on the toes you’re trying to keep down to give them more input to push against. You can also try positioning your toes first with your hands then trying to hold the position as you remove your hands. Don’t get discouraged! Eventually you’ll be able to keep practicing under your desk at work or during your commute.
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