Katharine Coombes

PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist (PT)

Member Since: 2015

Original Join Date: 2015

562 Green Bay Road Kenilworth, IL 60043-1053 United States

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Professional Bio

Dr. Katharine Coombes is a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), mom of two girls, and loves to practice yoga, Pilates, and run. She is raising her family in the NorthShore and offers Physical Therapy and private Pilates sessions in her boutique Kenilworth studio.

Katharine graduated from Northwestern University’s DPT program in the Feinberg School of Medicine receiving both the Clinical Excellence and Student Leadership Awards. Since 2018, she has specialized in treatment of pelvic floor conditions, including pelvic and coccygeal pain, urinary incontinence, constipation, and dyspareunia, as well as pregnancy and post pregnancy concerns, including diastasis rectus abdominus and return to activity. Katharine also addresses orthopedic concerns including low back, hip, knee, and shoulder pain. A lifelong learner, Katharine is currently completing her Schroth Method training for Scoliosis treatment.

Katharine believes physical wellbeing is onward leading. Start your journey.
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Nickname

Katharine

Preferred Pronouns

She/Her/Hers

Practice Name

Katharine Coombes Physical Therapy PLLC

Practice Website

Practice Description

Katharine has specialized training in treatment of pelvic floor conditions, including pelvic and coccygeal pain, bladder and bowel incontinence, constipation, and dyspareunia, as well as pregnancy and post pregnancy concerns, including diastasis rectus abdominus and return to activity. As a certified Pilates instructor, Katharine incorporates the postural and whole body focus into all her rehab. Wellness services are also available.

Katharine believes moving with ease and strength cultivates wellbeing. Her Physical Therapy philosophy is grounded in the movement system approach. Katharine will not only address your acute concern, but also, your habitual movement patterns and postures that create inefficiency and pain. You will learn how to prevent recurrence and be empowered to consciously move in ways that promote your strength and wellness.

Practicing yoga for over 20 years, and guiding students as a yoga instructor since 2011, Katharine incorporates the evidence-based benefits of mindfulness and diaphragmatic breathing into her clinical practice. She works with her patients and clients to establish a transformative and comprehensive treatment plan.

Katharine's pursuit of advanced training continues as she is currently completing her Certificate of Achievement in Pelvic Health with the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and Schroth Method Scoliosis Training with the International Schroth 3Dimensional Training (ISST) program.

Areas of Expertise

Pelvic Health, Women's Health, Labor & Delivery Prep, Pregnancy & Postpartum, Cesarean Incision & Scar Management, Diastasis Rectus Abdominus (DRA), Bladder Health, Stress Incontinence, Urge Incontinence, Urinary Incontinence, Urgency and Frequency, Bowel Health, Constipation, Orthopedics, Sexual Health, Pelvic Floor Dysfunction, Pelvic Muscle Weakness, Pelvic Organ Prolapse, Rectocele, Cystocele, Uterocele, Pelvic Pain

Populations Treated

All gender identities

Patient Lifestyles and Occupations

Recreational Athletes, High-Stress Professions, Sedentary Individuals

Practice Setting

Outpatient Clinic/Private Practice

Home Visits

No

Telehealth Offered

No

Languages Spoken

English

Payment Accepted

Cash-Based Services, Accepts Insurance

Accepted Insurance

BCBS IL

University / College

Northwestern University [IL] (PT-00099)

Other Certifications

Certified Pilates Instructor (CPI)