August 2009
Accelerated Rehabilitation Centers is excited to announce the launch of its newly designed website.
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Accelerated ATC Travels to Russia with USA Wrestling
John Bakouris, ATC, Facility Manager of our Lockport location will be traveling with the USA Greco-Roman Wrestling team to Moscow, Russia next week. This is the third overseas trip John has taken over the last three years (Slovenia in 2008 and Romania in 2009).
John has been involved with USA Wrestling for a number of years providing coverage and management of the University Nationals/Cadet Team Trials, Junior Nationals, Chicago Cup, International Cadets, and the Midwest Regional Cadets. Recently, John provided coverage of the Midlands Wrestling Tournament at Northwestern University.
USA Junior Select Hockey Team
During the fall of 2009 Ron Peterson (Head ATC at Willowbrook HS) was selected to work with the Team USA Junior Select Hockey Team. The team was participating in the World Junior A Challenge in Summerside P.E.I Canada. The event ran from November 1, 2009 thru November 8, 2009. USA competed against teams from Russia, Sweden and Canada.
The young US team beat Canada in the gold medal game held on Sunday November 8th. Ron's responsibilities ranged from practice and game preparations, evaluating and treating injuries during and after games and managing the athletes overall health. "The team winning the gold medal was definitely the highlight of the trip. It was great to get to meet athletic trainers from the other countries as well"
USA Track and Field
Ted Hirshfeld (Head ATC at Hinsdale Central HS) was invited by USA Track and Field to provide athletic training coverage for Team USA (Men and Women) for competition in the 2009 Chiba International Ekiden in Chiba, Japan. The event was held November 19-24, 2009. The Ekiden is a marathon relay race. The athletes chosen for this trip were the top middle distance runners in the US. Many of the athletes will be competing in the 2012 Olympics games.
Ted's responsibilities for the trip included providing daily treatments including massage and stretching, overall health and arranging for convenient and comfortable treatment areas based on the unique accommodations. Team USA finished 5th out of 15 countries, their highest finish ever in the 25 year history of the race. This is Ted's 6th international trip with USA Track and Field.
US Olympic Committee Volunteer Medical Program
Paul Ziemba (Head ATC at Warren HS) was chosen to participate in the United States Olympic Committee volunteer medical program. He will be assigned to the Chula Vista Olympic Training Center in southern California from March 1-15, 2010.
During his time at the training center he will be responsible for daily healthcare of Team USA athletes as well as assisting physicians, chiropractors and physical therapists in the Sharp Health Care Performance Services Facility. He will be handling athletes that participate in archery, canoe/kayak, cycling, field hockey, rowing, soccer, softball, tennis and track and field.
"It truly is an honor to be offered this position to work with Team USA. I have dreamt of this for many years. To be able to assist our counties finest athletes achieve gold at the highest stage in sports is an amazing opportunity. It is also a chance for me to give back to sports medicine what it has given me for so many year."
Accelerated Rehabilitation Centers michigan food drive
Accelerated Rehabilitation Centers would like to commend our Michigan centers and patients for their generous participation and effort in the annual food drive. Our Michigan centers collected an amazing 671 pounds of non-perishable food! All of the contributions were donated to the Michigan Food Bank Council and will benefit local communities in need.
Center food totals:
Commerce: 235 pounds
Clarkston: 192.5 pounds
Howell: 115 pounds
Brighton: 66 pounds
Royal Oak: 62.5 pounds
Accelerated would like to especially thank Shawna Goodhue for her hard work in expanding the food drive to 6 centers this year! Thanks for going above and beyond Shawna!
Thanks to everyone who participated and made this food drive a success!
Accelerated Rehabilitation Centers Opens 5 New Centers in 2009
Accelerated Rehabilitation Centers, the premier provider of outpatient physical therapy, announces the opening of 5 new rehabilitation centers in 2009. Accelerated is the largest physical therapist owned and managed practice in the U.S.
Chicago-basedAccelerated offers 165 convenient locations throughout the Midwest. The continued growth of Accelerated reflects our commitment to providing the highest level of health care by utilizing industry leading physical therapists, cutting edge techniques, and top-quality facilities.
Our newest locations
Opened January 09
Ankeny: 2525 N. Ankeny Blvd. Ste. 101 Ankeny, IA 50023
Phone: 515-965-4594 Fax: 515-965-4448
Opened January 09
Cicero/Berwyn: 1621 South Cicero Ave. Cicero, IL 60804
Phone: 708-652-1621 Fax: 708-652-1785
Opened July 09
Libertyville: 1352 Milwaukee Ave. Libertyville, IL 60048
Phone: 847-549-1460 Fax: 847-549-1490
Opened August 09
Wicker Park/Bucktown: 2143 W. Division St. Chicago, IL 60622
Phone: 773-489-0347 Fax: 773-489-0386
Opened October 09
Peoria: Eastside Centre 1 Eastside Dr. East Peoria, IL 61611
Phone: TBA Fax:TBA
All centers offer a spacious and first class exercise setting equipped with innovative treatment technology. Accelerated's patients receive one-on-one care, including individualized manual therapy in a comfortable environment.
Call Centralized Scheduling at 877-977-REHAB or 877-977-3422 to set up an appointment closest to you!
Accelerated Rehabilitation Centers' Website has New Look and Feel
August 2009 - Accelerated Rehabilitation Centers is excited to officially announce the launch of its newly designed website. The Accelerated site, located at www.acceleratedrehab.com, has a new look and enhanced design that will allow visitors to quickly find the information and services they need.
While we've refined the design, we've also simplified the navigation, updated the graphics, expanded the extent of information, as well as improved the infrastructure for more efficient searches and faster screen loading times. The comprehensive website redesign project was based on extensive and valuable feedback from health care professionals, patients, and Accelerated staff members.
Be sure to visit our redesigned website, and return to the site often to find the most up-to-date information about Accelerated and our services, and to learn about special offers and events. Here's some of what you will see now at www.acceleratedrehab.com:
- Home page: Quick links to locations finder, appointment scheduler, company news and events.
- Patient Education: Visitors will be able to access our "First-Time Patient Guide," answers to frequently asked questions, as well as comprehensive information about physical therapy and Accelerated's available services.
- About Us: Includes links to information about Accelerated's history, mission, philosophy, and community outreach.
- Company News: Access to the press release and newsletter archives, and links to industry articles highlighting Accelerated in the news.
- Careers: Information about the Accelerated family and the many different employment opportunities that are available.
- Events: Includes upcoming webinars, seminars, continuing education courses, injury screenings, as well as health and wellness presentations.
- Contact Us: Helpful contact information for customer service and for Accelerated's corporate office in Chicago, IL, plus a link to our locations page where visitors will find contact information for Accelerated's 160 outpatient rehabilitation centers.
Even though we've worked hard to make the new site better, stronger, and faster, we understand that there still may be room for improvement. So if you have problems while navigating the site or cannot find what you're looking for, contact us at info@acceleratedrehab.com. We'd love to hear from you.
About Accelerated Rehabilitation Centers
Accelerated Rehabilitation Centers is a physical therapist owned and operated rehabilitation company that offers patients the most progressive treatment options and techniques. Founded in Chicago in 1989, Accelerated has grown to over 160 outpatient rehabilitation centers in 6 states across the U.S.—Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Missouri and Arizona. The Accelerated team of highly respected employees offers a wide range of programs and specialized services to help our patients restore and maintain their strength, motor skills, and function.
The mission of Accelerated Rehabilitation Centers is clear and unwavering: to lead with a Patients First philosophy that guarantees all patients superior and personalized health care and cost effective outcomes in an encouraging, accommodating, and educational environment. Through innovative practice, exceptional quality of care, and professionalism, Accelerated builds solid and successful partnerships with our patients and their communities.