Physio Chicago - Physical Therapy and Fitness

Katie Swenson - Owner and Physical Therapist

Katie has been practicing physical therapy since 2015 following receiving her doctorate in physical therapy from Creighton University. Katie’s experience as a collegiate athlete playing volleyball at Northwest Missouri State University and the University of Hawaii at Hilo led to her interest in physical therapy and the rehabilitation of injuries. To further enhance her knowledge, she received her Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) Certification in 2016 from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). She has special interest in treating orthopedic injuries of the shoulders, knees, and hip joints, both surgical and non-surgical. She has worked closely with physicians in the Chicago area to develop post-operative protocols following hip labral repair, rotator cuff, and Tommy John surgeries. Katie has a significant amount experience in the rehabilitation of high-level athletes including those at the high school, collegiate and professional levels. Katie is originally from Omaha, Nebraska and has been living in Chicago for 7 years. Tom D**e - Owner and Physical Therapist

Tom has been practicing physical therapy since 2013 after receiving his doctorate from Saint Louis university. His practice has focused mainly on the treatment of orthopedic injuries including non-operative and post-operative care. He enjoys working with injuries involving the shoulder, knee, hip, and spine. Tom also treats individuals impacted by vestibular issues, as well as post concussion symptoms. Tom became board certified as an Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist in 2017 and is certified in the treatment of both vestibular and concussion related issues. Tom enjoys working with patients and establishing goals for each individual and utilizes a variety of manual and exercise based interventions. Tom is originally from Chicago and is excited to provide physical therapy services to the community.