Evolve Physical Therapy

Evolve Physical Therapy Evolve Physical Therapy is committed to providing top-notch, one-on-one care by specialist PTs. BRM)


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OUR EXPERT PHYSICAL THERAPISTS (P.T.s):
Janelle Smith, DPT, OCS
Education & Training:
- Bachelors degree from University of Illinois
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from St. Ambrose University
- Residency: Rock Valley Physical Therapy through St. Ambrose University
Specialties:
- Board-certified in orthopaedic physical therapy (OCS) through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties
- Certified in dry needling through the Spinal Manipulation Institute

Mark Brauweiler, DPT, OCS, CMT
Education & Training:
- Bachelors degree from St. Ambrose University
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from St. Ambrose University
Specialties:
- Board-certified in orthopaedic physical therapy (OCS) through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties
- Certified in manual therapy (CMT) through St. Ambrose University
- Certified in dry needling through Myopain Seminars
- Certified in instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization and kinesiology taping (STMT-1) through Medical Minds, LLC
- Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength & Conditioning Association (2015 - 2023)

Amy Johnson, DPT, CF-L2, Cert. BRM
Education & Training:
- Bachelors degree from University of Nebraska-Lincoln
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree Midwestern University
Specialties:
- Certified Cross Fit Coach, Level 2 (CF-L2)
- Certified in the Barbell Rehab Method (Cert. In the state of Illinois, you can see a PT without a physician's order, but one may be required beyond the initial visit per your Blue Cross and Blue Shield plan. WHAT CONDITIONS DO YOU TREAT? At Evolve we treat all general orthopedic conditions. We specialize in post-operative and sports medicine care. WHAT TYPES OF HEALTH INSURANCE DO YOU ACCEPT? We are in-network with Blue Cross / Blue Shield of Illinois and Blue Cross out of state plans, as well as Medicare. We also offer cash pay options. If you have questions regarding your therapy cost, please type your questions in the notes section on the "contact us" page of our website at https://www.evolvesportsmed.com/about-us.

Come check out our new space in Yorkville at our official ribbon cutting with the ! Thursday, November 6, 2025 from 4:00...
10/30/2025

Come check out our new space in Yorkville at our official ribbon cutting with the ! Thursday, November 6, 2025 from 4:00-6:00pm. Enjoy some refreshments and light appetizers, check out the clinic, and say hi to your favorite PTs! Anyone and everyone is welcome!

As many youth fall sports conclude, it's a great time to focus on injury prevention and recovery. Maintaining a healthy ...
10/22/2025

As many youth fall sports conclude, it's a great time to focus on injury prevention and recovery. Maintaining a healthy athlete relies on proper stretching, strength training, muscle balance, and effective recovery strategies.
If you have questions about your athlete's aches or pains, or if they've sustained an injury, Evolve Physical Therapy can help. We offer thorough assessments to address these issues and a recovery solution.

Please call us today at 630-453-4052 to schedule an evaluation at our Aurora/Naperville or Yorkville office.


Check out the good things coming out of our Yorkville office with Mark Brauweiler, DPT, Board-certified Orthopedic Physi...
10/03/2025

Check out the good things coming out of our Yorkville office with Mark Brauweiler, DPT, Board-certified Orthopedic Physical Therapist! Thanks for your kind words, Gene!

10/02/2025

Evolve is thrilled to share an update on Sophia’s successful recovery and return to sport! Sophia underwent MPFL (medial patellofemoral ligament) reconstruction surgery for patellar instability and has shown incredible dedication during her rehabilitation. We’re delighted to be a part of her recovery and assist in getting her back to cheer and tumbling!

Come see what Tana is talking about-- let us help you get back to normal!
09/19/2025

Come see what Tana is talking about-- let us help you get back to normal!

Evolve Physical Therapy - Yorkville is proud to partner with Lauren Edel, LMT to donate a Golf & Self-Care Basket for th...
09/18/2025

Evolve Physical Therapy - Yorkville is proud to partner with Lauren Edel, LMT to donate a Golf & Self-Care Basket for the raffle/silent auction at the Yorkville Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Outing! 🏌️‍♂️🧺💆 Our basket includes a PT consultation, massage gift certificate, Evolve golf towel, and Evolve divot tool.

We’re excited to support this great event, bringing together local businesses and golfers for a day of fun, networking, and giving back. Good luck to all of today's golfers! 💙

The first line says it all: "Wes is the best."  Way to go, Wes Ditchfield, DPT, OCS, and way to go, Sophia!
09/12/2025

The first line says it all: "Wes is the best." Way to go, Wes Ditchfield, DPT, OCS, and way to go, Sophia!

August 25 officially marked our 2 month anniversary of opening our doors at 664 W. Veterans Pkwy, Suite D to serve the g...
08/26/2025

August 25 officially marked our 2 month anniversary of opening our doors at 664 W. Veterans Pkwy, Suite D to serve the great people of the Yorkville area! With 2 months under our belts-- and with our friends at the welcoming us-- we want to offer YOU a free injury screen at our Yorkville location! Call or text us at 630-453-4052 any time before September 6 to get it scheduled with our local expert, Mark Brauweiler, DPT, OCS. Don't wait, call today and let us help get you on the road to recovery!

So excited to be an official sponsor for Yorkville Foxes 2030 Buonamici 13U softball team this year!
08/18/2025

So excited to be an official sponsor for Yorkville Foxes 2030 Buonamici 13U softball team this year!

We're thrilled to welcome Evolve Physical Therapy as a proud sponsor and partner of our team this season! Evolve Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine was established to address the challenges frequently encountered within the healthcare system. Patients and athletes often encounter restricted access, communication obstacles, and receive service that lacks personalized one-on-one care from their healthcare providers. At Evolve, they provide an alternative approach and extend a warm invitation to experience the difference offered by their specialist physical therapists. They are located at 664 W. Veterans Parkway, Suite D in Yorkville!

Your commitment means a lot to us, and we're proud to have you on board this season! Thank you for helping lift our girls to new heights! 🦊🥎

We have the pleasure of working with Pete professionally.  So when he came to us after having an injury of his own, we k...
08/15/2025

We have the pleasure of working with Pete professionally. So when he came to us after having an injury of his own, we knew we had to take good care of him! Our team of expert PTs got Pete back to feeling like his normal self!

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3600 Thayer Court, Suite #500
Aurora, IL
60504

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 7am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 7am - 6:30pm
Thursday 7am - 6:30pm
Friday 7am - 6:30pm

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