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Vital Core Physical Therapy and Wellness

Welcome to Vital Core Physical Therapy and Wellness, where we specialize in comprehensive evidence-based care for a variety of conditions including, orthopedic injuries, personalized treatment for pregnancy and postpartum recovery, pelvic floor dysfunction, low back and neck pain, and post-surgical rehabilitation. Every treatment plan is tailored to your unique needs, combining hands-on care, therapeutic exercise, movement education, and wellness strategies to support long-term success.

Unlike many traditional clinics, we prioritize quality over quantity. You'll work directly with the same physical therapist during every visit, ensuring continuity of care, individualized attention, and a treatment plan designed specifically for you.

Whether you're recovering from surgery, managing chronic pain, returning to an active lifestyle, or seeking specialized care during pregnancy and postpartum, we're here to help you move better, feel stronger, and live life with confidence

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Cynthia Covian-Hernandez PT

Cynthia is a licensed physical therapist with over 26 years of experience helping people recover from injury, reduce pain, and move with confidence. Her clinical background includes acute rehabilitation, outpatient orthopedics, workers' compensation, and more than 15 years in home health and mobile physical therapy.

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She has a special interest in women's health and has completed advanced training through the Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute in pelvic floor therapy, prenatal and postpartum rehabilitation, and Pilates therapeutic exercise for pelvic health. Cynthia also specializes in orthopedic and post-surgical rehabilitation, including low back pain, knee and hip replacement recovery, and other musculoskeletal conditions.

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In addition to physical therapy, Cynthia is a certified yoga instructor, and certified infant massage instructor, bringing a holistic approach to movement, recovery, and wellness.

Cynthia earned both her Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy and her Master of Science in Health Informatics from the University of Illinois at Chicago. 

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Outside of the clinic, Cynthia enjoys spending time with her family, making memories with her husband and four children, and traveling whenever she can. She loves discovering new places, experiencing different cultures, and, of course, finding great food along the way!

She looks forward to helping clients move better, feel stronger, and achieve their health and wellness goals.

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Vital Core Physical Therapy and Wellness LLC

 

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312-945-8468

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@ VitalCorePTChicago

409 W Huron St

Suite 300

Chicago, IL 60654

 

 

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​Ready to Feel Better?

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