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Athletico Physical Therapy

Athletico Physical Therapy is a U.S. outpatient physical and occupational therapy provider founded in 1991, offering physical therapy, occupational/hand therapy, work injury and specialized services.

Last updated September 15, 2026

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Overview

Athletico Physical Therapy is an outpatient physical and occupational therapy provider. According to its official website, it began in 1991 when founder Mark Kaufman, a physical therapist and athletic trainer, opened a dedicated sports rehabilitation and physical therapy clinic in Chicago. The company states it has since opened more than 900 neighborhood locations and employs more than 9,000 clinicians, athletic trainers and other team members. Its services include physical therapy, occupational/hand therapy, work injuries and specialized services, and it describes itself as one of the largest physical and occupational therapy providers in the country.

History

Athletico Physical Therapy began in 1991 when founder Mark Kaufman, a physical therapist and athletic trainer, opened a dedicated sports rehabilitation and physical therapy clinic in Chicago. Before that, he provided rehabilitation services for student athletes at organizations including Francis W. Parker High School and Chicago Lions Rugby. The company states it has since opened more than 900 neighborhood locations and employs more than 9,000 expert clinicians, athletic trainers and other team members. In addition to physical therapy, it provides athletic training, occupational therapy, specialty programs and fitness services to high schools, colleges and professional sports teams, and evaluates workers' compensation issues such as work conditioning, job-site analysis and ergonomic assessments.

Products and positioning

One of the largest physical and occupational therapy providers in the country, with a patient-centered approach; 98% of patients would recommend it.

  • Physical Therapy

    Safe, affordable and effective way to manage pain with long-lasting health benefits.

  • Occupational/Hand Therapy

    Occupational and hand therapy services.

  • Work Injuries

    Evaluation and treatment for workplace injuries, including work conditioning, job-site analysis and ergonomic assessments.

  • Specialized Services

    Specialty programs and fitness services for high schools, colleges and professional sports teams.

Recent events

  • Athletico appoints Michelle Millstone-Shroff to its board[6]

    Reported:

    Athletico Physical Therapy announced the appointment of Michelle (“Meka”) Millstone-Shroff to its board of directors, effective immediately.

  • Athletico Physical Therapy and SAFE Project announce opioid-awareness partnership[7]

    Reported:

    Athletico Physical Therapy and SAFE Project announced an exclusive partnership to raise awareness of opioid addiction and educate communities about safer pain management.

  • Athletico launches “It All Starts with Athletico” campaign[8]

    Reported:

    Athletico Physical Therapy launched the “It All Starts with Athletico” advertising campaign to encourage consumers to consider physical therapy at the beginning of their recovery journey. The campaign includes videos and digital, broadcast TV, social media, banner and radio assets, and offers a free health assessment in clinics or by secure online video.

  • Athletico launches COVID-19 recovery and rehabilitation service[9]

    Reported:

    Athletico Physical Therapy announced that it offers a specialized service line to rehabilitate patients recovering from COVID-19, with treatment available in-clinic, at home, or through its telehealth platform.

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