Dr. Linda Li, MD
Physiatrist (Physical Medicine) | Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
1935 S State Street unit C Chicago IL, 60616About
Dr. Linda Li is a physiatrist practicing in South Loop of Chicago and Rockford, IL. Dr. Li is a medical doctor specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation. As a physiatrist, Dr. Li focuses on a patients ability to function, and can treat multiple conditions that affect the brain, nerves, spine, bones, muscles, joints, ligaments and tendons. Dr. Li can diagnose and treat pain that is a result of injury, disease or a disabling condition. Physiatrists often lead a team of physical therapists, occupational therapists and physicians in a patients treatment or prevention plan.
Education and Training
Sun Yat Sen University Of Med Science Guangzhou China 1982
Board Certification
American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
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Dr. Linda Li, MD's Expert Contributions
What kind of physical therapy comes after knee surgery?
You need to see a physical therapist for exercise. It is hard to teach on e-mail for exercise. Yours sincerely, Linda Li, MD READ MORE
Does physical therapy help with arthritis in the back?
I recommend you have prolozone therapy first, then do physical therapy. Yours sincerely, Linda Li, MD READ MORE
Ankle injury?
Your condition can be fixed by prolozone therapy. Yours sincerely, Linda Li, MD READ MORE
Finally ruined my back. Ruining my life?
Sorry to hear your story. We offer prolozone therapy, which can heal your back. Yours sincerely, Linda Li, MD READ MORE
How long do you need physical therapy after a hip replacement?
It is usually six weeks. Yours sincerely, Linda Li, MD READ MORE
Is physical therapy good for tennis elbow?
Thanks for your question. The best treatment for tennis elbow is prolozone therapy. Yours sincerely, Linda Li, MD READ MORE
Sprained?
You should see a Dr. first. You might need prolozone therapy to rebuild your torn ligaments. Yours sincerely, Linda Li, MD READ MORE
When should you go to physical therapy for back pain?
You should go to see a physical therapy if your pain does not resolve in 2 weeks. Yours sincerely, Linda Li, MD READ MORE
How can I get rid of pain in the back after sleeping?
It may be your mattress is too soft. You need to have a very firm mattress. If it is not better, then you need to see a physician. Yours sincerely, Linda Li, MD READ MORE
What can a physiatrist diagnose?
Please check on AAPM&R - American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - to find out what a physiatrist can diagnose. Yours sincerely, Dr. Li READ MORE
What kind of physical therapy is used for rotator cuff?
You need to see a physical therapist to learn what kind of exercise you need. Yours sincerely, Dr. Li READ MORE
What causes knee pain without injury?
There are a few other factors that can cause knee pain, such as gout, autoimmune arthritis, Lyme disease, etc. You need to see a physician to find out why you have knee pain. Yours sincerely, Dr. Li READ MORE
How long do stroke patients stay in rehab?
It will be based on how severe the functional limitation the stroke patient has. It is hard to say how long it is needed. Yours sincerely, Linda Li, MD READ MORE
Back problems?
Prolozone therapy will help you much better than the brace. Your sincerely, Linda Li, MD READ MORE
Should I keep walking with knee pain?
No. You need to see a physician and find out what causes your knee pain. There are treatments which can fix your problem. Yours sincerely, Linda Li, MD READ MORE
What type of specialist would treat a stroke patient?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist. Yours sincerely, Linda Li, MD READ MORE
What is the difference between a neurologist and a physiatrist?
Yes. Physiatrists not only specialize in nerve disorders, but also bone and muscle issues, sports medicine and orthopedic issues, chronic and acute pain management. Yours sincerely, Linda Li, MD READ MORE
Can physical therapy make sciatica worse?
I think you may need prolozone therapy for your sciatica. Yours sincerely, Linda Li, MD READ MORE
Does physical therapy help scoliosis?
You will need prolozone therapy to help scoliosis. Yours sincerely, Linda Li, MD READ MORE
How long does it take to recover from big toe surgery?
Possible six weeks. Yours sincerely, Linda Li, MD READ MORE
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Awards
- The leading Physicians of the World 2017 The international Association of Healthcare Professionals
- TradeMark Top Doctors of America Honors Edition 2018 2018 TradeMark Top Doctors of America
- Top of American Physicians 2005 Consumers' Research Council of America
- America's Top Physicians 2009 Consumers' Research Council of America
- America's Top Physician 2011 Consumers Research Council of America
- America's Top Physician 2010 Consumers' Research Council of America
- American's Top physician 2012 Consumers' Research Council of America
- America's Top Physician 2013 Consumers' Research Council of America
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Get to know Pain Management Specialist Dr. Linda Li, who serves patients in Illinois.
Dr. Li is a pain management specialist who has over 25 years of experience taking care of patients with chronic pain. Utilizing a combination of medications, physical therapy, and various procedures, she is the Founder of Integrative Medical Pain Clinic with offices in Chicago and Rockford, Illinois.
A firm believer that most chronic pain conditions are treatable, Dr. Li substitutes drug therapy with nutrients and non-drug alternatives, as well as prescribes low dose naltrexone to treat inflammatory arthritis and autoimmune disorders. Many of her patients experience pain release and wean off opioid painkillers, thereby returning to productive lives under her treatment plan.
Additionally, Dr. Li focuses on investigating the roots of chronic inflammation and the causes of pain by ordering environmental toxins, food allergies and chronic inflammation tests. She works on promoting internal healing processes by healing the gut, balancing hormones, and repairing internal tissue damage. In doing so, she aims to improve sleep and reduce anxiety.
After earning her medical degree and her Master of Science degree in Neuroscience from Sun Yat-sen University - Zhongshan School of Medicine in China, Dr. Li relocated to the United States. There, she completed her surgical residency at the University of South Alabama, followed by her residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation at Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital/University of Chicago. She also received special training in functional medicine, integrative medicine, and environmental medicine.
Dr. LI is board-certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, whose mission is to serve the public by improving the quality of patient care in physical medicine and rehabilitation. This is accomplished through a process of certification and maintenance of certification that fosters excellence and encourages continuous learning.
Pain management, pain medicine, pain control or algiatry, is a branch of medicine employing an interdisciplinary approach for easing the suffering and improving the quality of life of those living with chronic pain. A pain management specialist is a doctor who specializes in pain medicine, focusing on the evaluation, treatment, and prevention of pain.
As motility related to opioid overdose death and addiction spurs in the United States, more and more patients with chronic pain are virtually in search of a pain management specialist who has experience in transitional pain management skills and procedures, but is also an expert in nutritional and dietary supplements used to help reduce inflammation and pain, manage anxiety and depression, as well as lower the risk of chronic disease, among others. Dr. Li can provide a quote for those patients who fear adverse drug reactions and are interested in high-quality supplements that provide the speediest recovery.
Throughout her extensive career, she has been the recipient of several honors and recognitions, including America’s Top Physician by Consumers’ Research Council of America and TradeMark Top Doctors of America, among others.
Outside of the office, she enjoys traveling.
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