Illinois Bone & Joint Institute

Honoring our dedicated physicians this National Doctors’ Day with a moment of lightheartedness from Dr. Leon Benson! 🩺💚 #NationalDoctorsDay #IBJI

Rotator cuff tears are a leading cause of shoulder pain and disability, affecting over 2 million people in the U.S. each year. IBJI's Dr. Tom Antkowiak, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Physician, explains why these injuries happen, how to prevent them, and what treatment options are available. 💪 Read more: https://bit.ly/3E9TP9D

Thank you to our incredible Athletic Trainers for your dedication to advancing athletics in our communities by keeping athletes safe, strong, and in the game! 💚 IBJI’s sports medicine specialists are trusted by amateur athletes, semi-professionals, and professional sports teams at the highest level. Have you worked with one of IBJI’s incredible ATs before? Share your story: ibji.com/share-your-story/

🏒 Big news from the rink! The Chicago Wolves have dedicated and named their medical room in honor of Illinois Bone & Joint Institute's Kevin M. Kacer, LAT/ATC! 🎉 Kevin’s dedication to athlete care and sports medicine has made a lasting impact, and this recognition is a testament to his hard work and commitment. Join us in celebrating Kevin’s incredible achievement and his continued contributions to keeping athletes at their best! 👏💙 #IBJI #ChicagoWolves #SportsMedicine #AthleteCare

Jackie has spent years as a farrier, caring for horses in Woodstock, Illinois. When severe neck and back pain made it nearly impossible to do the job she loves, she knew she needed help. She turned to IBJI, where Dr. Jing Liang created a personalized treatment plan to get her back on her feet. Through non-surgical treatments including injections, nerve blocks, physical therapy and acupuncture, Jackie regained her strength and is back doing what she loves most—working with horses. 💚 Want to share your story with us? ibji.com/share-your-story/

Join our next webinar on Comprehensive Management of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome with IBJI’s Dr. Leigh-Anne Tu! Learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatment options from non-surgical therapies to advanced surgical solutions. Don’t miss the live Q&A—register now! 🩺 Dr. Tu is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand and upper extremity care, offering treatments like nerve decompression, wrist arthroscopy, and fracture care.

Robotic-assisted surgery isn’t just about precision—it’s evolving to adapt in real time using motion-based data. In our latest podcast, Dr. Eric Chehab sits down with Dr. LaReau to explore how robotics are transforming joint replacements and what the future holds. Dr. Justin LaReau explains: 🗣️ “The most revolutionary robots are incorporating motion-based data that allow us to take a static pre-op image and adjust based on how the knee moves and functions in space. That’s where we’re headed—customized patient care with robotics.” 🎧 Tune in now: https://lnkd.in/gRz7fc4z #RoboticSurgery #JointReplacement #IBJIPodcast

Big News! 💚 IBJI’s Orthopedic Residency Program has earned full accreditation from the ABPTRFE, placing us among Illinois’ top institutions like UIC, Rush, Loyola, UChicago, and Northwestern. Our program offers hands-on experience, mentorship, and collaboration with physicians to shape the next generation of orthopedic PT leaders. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4hqXSMq

Behind every great patient experience is an incredible team! 💚 Today, we celebrated our team with delicious treats, exciting activities, and a fun 'twin day' to bring everyone together. #WeAppreciateYou

Celebrating Our Team! 👏💚 On this National Employee Appreciation Day, our CEO shares a heartfelt message of gratitude to the amazing IBJI team. Your dedication, compassion, and hard work make a difference every day—for our patients, our communities, and each other. Thank you for all that you do! #TeamIBJI #EmployeeAppreciationDay #ThankYouTeam