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Illinois is now the 27th state to allow direct access to physical therapy, thanks to a legislative change that came into effect on August 16, 2018. Patients can now skip the doctor and head straight to an Illinois-licensed physical therapist for evaluation and treatment, without the need for a prescription or referral. Physicians Immediate Care […]
If you are bitten by a tick, it will most likely be painless, and you may not even know you’ve been bitten. Most tick bites result in only mild symptoms such as swelling, redness, a sore on the skin, or a small allergic rash. However, because some ticks carry bacteria that cause illnesses such as […]
Treating Back Pain Back pain is a common ailment that can arise from a number of different causes, including accidents, muscle strains, spine structure problems, sports injuries, and poor posture. Most causes of back pain are not major concerns, but certain symptoms may indicate a serious problem. See one of our expert physicians at Physicians […]
Reserve Your Time The cost of a visit to the emergency room or an urgent care center can vary based on where you are geographically, whether you are in-network or out of network, and which location you visit. For non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries, urgent care centers can typically offer substantial cost savings over a visit […]
The best part of hosting a Thanksgiving dinner is the leftovers! Here is a deliciously healthy recipe using leftover turkey – or chicken will work well too. Southwestern Turkey Salad in Avocado Bowl Prep Time 15 mins / Serves 4 2 cups cooked turkey, shredded 2/3 cup greek yogurt 3 tablespoons chunky salsa 1 tablespoon […]
Back pain is one of the most common medical problems experienced by adults. According to the Mayo Clinic, back pain affects 8 out of 10 people at some point in their lives. Fortunately, you can take measures to prevent or relieve most occurrences of back pain. What are types of back pain? Back pain can range […]
(DIXON, IL) – Physicians Immediate Care and KSB Hospital have announced the acquisition of the Now Care facility in Dixon, IL. Now Care’s Dixon location will be closing their doors on Sunday, September 24, 2017, and current patients & clients will be directed to Physicians Immediate Care’s existing clinic, affiliated with KSB Hospital and located […]
Arthritis is the inflammation of one or more joints, causing pain and stiffness that can become worse with age. Arthritis is very common, affecting over 3 million people in the US each year, making it the most common chronic illness in the United States and the nation’s number one cause of disability. There are over 100 […]
A hemorrhoid is undoubtedly one of the most uncomfortable medical issues that a person can experience. Unfortunately, hemorrhoids are NOT uncommon, with 3 out of 4 adults suffering from hemorrhoids at some point in their lifetime, according to the Mayo Clinic. What are Hemorrhoids? Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in your lower rectum and anus. Occasionally […]
Physicians Immediate Care is celebrating our 30th anniversary! Dr. Koehler, on April 15th, 1987 opened the first Physicians Immediate Care clinic on Morsay Drive in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Koehler and his subsequent partners, Dr. Buzzard and Dr. Stern, were pioneers in recognizing the need for not only immediate care services but occupational health services. For […]