Carl Patrnchak
- Myofascial pain assessment and hands-on myofascial release.
- Fascial system diagnosis and manual fascial mobilization.
- Orthopedic rehabilitation for musculoskeletal injuries and dysfunction.
- Post-operative and sports-related rehab with functional retraining.
- Manual therapy for pain relief, mobility, and tissue extensibility.
This summary is for informational purposes only and may not be accurate.
Ludwig Family Chiropractic
400 W Main St, Lyons, KS, 67554
Carl Patrnchak is a licensed Physical Therapist and Board Certified Orthotist. He is the founder of the Myofascial Physical Therapy. Carl received his undergraduate and graduate degrees from Northwestern University with a BA in Biology, Northwestern University Medical School, Programs in Physical Therapy and Northwestern’s Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Orthotics and Prosthetics. Carl and his identical twin brother were Defensive Co-Captains for the 1974-75 Northwestern Wildcat football team. He has conducted orthopedic research at Northwestern University Department of Rehabilitation Engineering and worked with the team physicians and athletes for the Chicago Cubs and Bulls. After moving to Rockford, he was the Director of Rehabilitation Services at OSF Healthcare Saint Anthony Medical Center in Rockford for 18 years. Carl has over 30 years of experience helping to diagnose and successfully treat problems of the fascial system. By completing the necessary courses and hands on clinical requirements, Carl is considered an expert myofascial therapist by the John F. Barnes organization.
If you are new to our clinic or if this is your first time seeing one of our physical therapists, please select this option. This first appointment consists of new patient consultation, evaluation, and treatment. A referral is required either from one of our faculty clinicians or from your primary care provider.