Adriana Potter
Physical Therapist
Meet Adriana – She is a physical therapist specializing in pelvic floor therapy for women and men, connective tissue rehabilitation as well as general orthopedics.
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She has been a Doctor in physical therapy for over 16 years and has been specializing in women’s and men's health since graduating from Northwestern University, in Chicago in, 2007. For the past 6 years, Adriana specialized in connective tissue disorder and has been working with patients with Ehler-Danlos Syndrome/Hypermobility Syndrome.
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As an active person herself, Adriana implements her “Mommy work outs” with most pf her patients, "Kegels are boring and people eventually stop doing them. I developed an exercise routine that is fun and make you feel good and fit. Pelvic floor muscle should automatically engage with abdominals muscles with all activities."
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During physical therapy sessions patient will learn about muscles recruitment and re-education among other things. The main objective is to help patients regain control over they bladder, bowel and musculoskeletal deficits.
Potter PT is privately owned clinic by Adriana Potter (owner and therapist). She has been a doctor in physical therapist for over 16 years in general orthopedic issues, pelvic floor issues for women and men and connective tissue disorder.
Her main goal is to keep patients fully engaged during the sessions while learning how to manage and balance their life style and their home exercise program .
At our busy Physical Therapy Clinic, we provide patients with a welcoming and comfortable environment for treating all types of physical pains, aches, and injuries.
Whether you visit us for a one-off treatment or a longer course of action, at Potter Physical Therapy LLC, we make sure our patients play an active role in their recovery so they can remain pain-free once treatment ends.
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Our approach at Potter Physical Therapy LLC is to treat the whole body, not just an isolated injury. We offer a variety of personalized, one-on-one treatments to ensure our patients’ long-term health and wellness.
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We take the time to understand the root of your problem to provide the best and most effective treatment. With cutting-edge equipment and dedicated care, you’ll be taking your first steps towards your recovery.
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At Potter Physical Therapy LLC, we hear your story and take a detailed note of your medical history. From there we create an individualized treatment plan aimed at achieving the functional goals we set together.
DR. POTTER'S PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
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Pelvic Floor Intervention Strategies for Urogenital and Breast Cancer Rehabilitation – June 2023
Herman and Wallace Inc. Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute
EDS – Gynecological Concerns – June 2023
EDS ECHO Allied Professionals Program, North America
Medical Errors – May 2023
Florida Physical Therapy Association
EDS Autonomic Dysfunction – May 2023
EDS ECHO Allied Professionals Program, North America
EDS Gastrointestinal Concerns – May 2023
EDS ECHO Allied Professionals Program, North America
Mental Health and Mindfulness – January 2023
Continuing Education International
EDS Managing Musculoskeletal Concerns – January 2023
EDS ECHO Allied Professionals Program, North America
EDS Pain Management – January 2023
EDS ECHO Allied Professionals Program, North America
Lumbar Nerve Manual Assessment and Treatment – March 2022
Herman and Wallace Inc. Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute
2020 Virtual EDS ECHO Summit – October 2021
Project ECHO Institute
Prevention of Medical Errors – September 2021
Echelon/ Advent Health University
Food as Medicine – April 2021
Continuing Education International
HIV/AIDS: Diet, Nutrition & Food Safety – March 2021
Continuing Education International
Fluid and Electrolyte Balance – January 2021
Continuing Education International
Human Trafficking – December 2020
Continuing Education International
An Evolution in Medication Education and Care Delivery – January 2020
EDS ECHO Allied Professionals Program, North America
Sacral Nerve Manual Assessment and Treatment – December 2019
Herman and Wallace Inc. Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute
Nutrition Perspective for the Pelvic Rehab Therapist – October 2019
Herman and Wallace Inc. Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute
2019 Ehlers-Danlos Society Global Learning Conference Nashville – August 2019
Ehlers-Danlos Society
Pelvic Health Symposium: Quality of life for patients with Pelvic Floor Disorders – April 2019
Knapp Center for Biomedical Discovery
Vestibular Rehabilitation: An Intro Course – February 2019
Evidence CEU
Credentialed Clinical Instructor Program – April 2018
American Physical Therapy Association
Intermediate Cranio-Facial – February 2018
University of St. Augustine
Joseph Bodyworks Dysfunction of the Spine, Shoulder & Upper Extremity – November 2018
Advocate Health Care
Illinois Physical Therapy Ethics – January 2018
Advantage CEUS.
Basis Cranio-Facial – August 2017
University of St. Augustine
Current Issues in Sports Medical 2017 – April 2017
NorthShore University Health Systems
Lumbar Spine Evaluation and Treatment – February 2017
Advocate Health Care
Utilizing Pilates Principles to Enhance Rehabilitation Outcomes – January 2017
North American Seminar, Inc.
Practical Ethics – January 2016
Northwestern University Physical Therapy Alumni Association
Evaluation and Treatment of Temporomandibular Disorders – May 2016
Steve Krauss, PT, OCS, MTC, CCTT, CODN
Mulligan Concept for Upper Quadrant, Mobilizations w/ Movements, NAGS, SNAGS and more – September 2015
Northeast Seminars
Hot Topics in Neurologic and Orthopedic Care for the Primary Care Physician – November 2015
Advocate Health Care
Heart Failure: What Do We Need to Know as Physical and Occupational Therapists – November – 2015
Advocate Health Care
Kinesiology Tapping for the Upper Extremity – November 2015
Advocate Health Care
Pelvic Physical Therapy Level III – CAPP, September 2013
Section on Women’s Health, APTA
Fundamentals and Advanced KT1 and KT2 – June 2014
Kinesiotape Association International
Pregnancy And Post Partum Care, April 2012
Herman and Wallace Inc. Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute
An Evidence Based Approach to the Assessment and Treatment of Edemas – June 2011
Marianjoy Rehabilitation Services at EMH
Male Pelvic Function, Dysfunction and Treatment - December 2008
Herman and Wallace Inc. Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute
Intra-Articular Hip Disorders: Understanding Structure, Function and Participation – April 2009
Northwestern University Physical Therapy Alumni Association
The Illinois State COPD Plan – April 2009
Northwestern University Physical Therapy Alumni Association
Female Chain Reaction, May 2008
Gary Gray Institute
Pelvic Physical Therapy Level II – CAPP, September 2008
Section on Women’s Health, APTA
Pelvic Physical Therapy Level I – CAPP, March 2008
Section on Women’s Health, APTA