Our Services

Specialty Areas of Expertise

We work to improve your physical health and quality of life through evidence-based therapies delivered in a professional and compassionate atmosphere. We are a dependable and genuine partner in recovery. These are the common reasons given by our patients for picking Clarity to assist them in returning to work, sports, and daily life.

Our Areas of clinical expertise include:

Manual Therapy

Hands-on, skilled delivery to treat soft tissues and joints to improve overall function and reduce pain.

Dry Needling

Specific trigger point release techniques utilizing acupuncture needles to help with various muscle pain.

Spinal Manipulation

Low and/or high velocity techniques delivered to joints to improve functional range of motion, and/or reduce pain and muscle guarding.

Sports Injuries

An injury that results in less than optimal sports performance. Make a complete recovery so you can return to your sport without fear of getting hurt again.

Orthopedic Conditions

Any joint injury or dysfunction: hip, knee, ankle, foot, shoulder, elbow, wrist, low back/lumbar, thoracic, or cervical/neck.

Jaw Pain/ TMD

Pain or dysfunction originating from the jaw(temporomandibular joint). Can include dizziness, neck pain, clenching, grinding or numbness.

Gait Analysis

Assessment of running or walking gait that may be contributing to an injury or dysfunction.

Pelvic Health

We focus on rebuilding pelvic floor and core strength as well as pressure management in the abdomen to prevent incontinence and prolapse

Most Common Injuries We Treat

We see a variety of patients ranging from low back pain to tendinitis. Learn more about body parts and injuries by reviewing common physical therapy diagnosis we see and how we treat them.

Our Happy Patients

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Bryan Durkin
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I started therapy with Clarity in November to treat plantar fasciitis which I had been battling for one year. After unsuccessful steroid injection therapy, my physician recommended physical therapy. I researched therapists in the area and was impressed with the reviews and holistic approach Clairty takes with patients. My therapist Jay Ruben was absolutely phenomenal. He was patient, insightful and so knowledgeable in treating my issue. After two months, my symptoms were substantially eliminated and we determined I no longer needed therapy. Unfortunately, after two weeks of being therapy free, I unfortunately injured my back during a personal training session and aggrevated a herniated disk and bulging disk issue. I immediately returned to Clarity and Jay for help. The pain I was experiencing was indescribable! Jay and the Clarity team immediately tended to my issues and got me back on my feet in short order! After 4 weeks of therapy twice per week, my symptoms and issues have been completely resolved! I cannot speak highly enough for Craig (owner) and his entire team. From the moment you enter their facility, the desk personnel treat you with such kindness and their follow through with appointment reminders and scheduling is impeccable! I have referred a close friend who has battled chronic back issues for years to Jay and Clarity. He started therapy with them a few weeks ago and like me, is already experiencing great improvement. Clarity Physical Therapy deserve the highest rating and praise for their services and their team from my perspective and experience.
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Pat Stamper
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I’m working with the ultra-talented, owner Craig Mawdsley on a hip pain issue. My orthopedic diagnosed it as bursitis and prescribed PT. Craig diagnosed it at my initial consult as referred pain from my arthritic back. He used dry-needling and I finally felt some relief. Yesterday I went to a recommended sports doctor at Shirley Ryan downtown for another opinion. He confirmed Craig was correct and advised to continue with his treatments. We are lucky to have such a talented PT right in Western Springs.
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Don Krueger
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Some years ago, I was involved is a very serious automobile accident. As such, I am no stranger to PT (Physical Therapy).  So, when my Primary Care Physician recommended PT for a recently diagnosed arthritis condition, I started my research by asking friends and family for referrals.  Even though Clarity was in the lead by far at this point, I developed a list of the top three and visited each of these facilities - just so I would have my own firsthand knowledge of equipment and personnel.  Obviously, I chose Clarity.  From the moment I entered the Clarity facility I was met with a professional and friendly greeting.  They treated me as a person, not "number".  The "introduction /case history interview" meeting was thorough and comprehensive.  I started treatment immediately after that initial meeting.  There was a marked improvement with range of motion and pain reduction even after the first visit.  At the beginning of each subsequent session, I was always asked “how is it feeling, any changes”, etc. They listened to my replies and administered the appropriate treatment. And speaking of treatment, the Clarity staff always demonstrated their exceptional skill level and comprehensive command of Physical Therapy at every visit.  In short, I would use them again and highly recommend them to anyone. Respectfully, Don Krueger
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Gino Ballauer
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What a great overall experience!! The laid back and friendly environment was perfect for me to relax and enjoy my therapy. Going from minimal movement and pain constantly in my jaw I was stuck literally. After the first session I was amazed by the way I was able to move my jaw like I haven’t been in years. I can’t thank Craig and the team at Clarity enough for the results I’ve had in only two weeks!!! 5 star service
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Craig Peterson
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Craig, Ellen and the entire team at Clarity are absolutely the best. They listen to what the problem is and come up with a plan to fix it. They work at the pace and speed that the individual patient needs, all with a smile. I would recommend anyone go there for their physical Therapy needs. Simply the best!
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Luke Massery
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Amazing team at Clarity! Very individualized approach to care. I'm feeling better faster than I thought I could.

Questions? We are happy to any questions you may have! Schedule a free screening so we can discuss your problem areas and determine if physical therapy is the right course of action for you.