LILIAN HOLM, PT, DPT Doctor of Physical Therapy Lilian Holm, PT, DPT is a doctor of physical therapy, certified micronutrient specialist and health coach. She provides individualized online Physical Therapy services, exercise training, consultations and health coaching, all specific to patients with EDS/HSD. She 31 years of experience in many prestigious Chicagoland clinics, the last 15+ years as a private practitioner. She has had the honor of facilitating the journey of numerous people towards health, well-being and a higher quality of life. She is passionate about providing comprehensive care to of the highest quality to individuals with hypermobility disorders and other conditions, as she understands EDS/HSD both on a professional and personal level. She decided to go into private practice when she realized that the traditional clinical model didn't allow the clinician to put patients' needs first. She is committed to offering an approach instead that is suited to the many unique needs of individuals with hypermobility disorders. She views physical therapy as part of a broader approach that incorporates treating both the human body and mind, as well as addressing lifestyle factors that are important, and often necessary, in order to achieve patient goals. Curriculum Vitae 2017 graduate of EIM, San Antonio, TX. Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) 1994 graduate of The Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden, University Degree in Physical Therapy (PT). Currently Private practice in Evanston, IL Lilian Holm Wellness Previously Department Manager and Physical Therapist CINN- The Chicago Institute of Neurosurgery and Neuroresearch Senior Physical Therapist Catholic Health Partners Staff Physical Therapist Woodstock Memorial Hospital Weiss Memorial Hospital University of Chicago Hospitals LICENSURE Licensed in the state of Illinois. Telehealth licensure In the state of Florida. CERTIFICATIONS Certified Micronutrient Specialist - CMS Certified Weight Trainer - CWT Certified Health Coach - CHC Certified Ergonomic Assessment Specialist - CEAS Expert Myofascial Release Practitioner MEMEBERSHIPS American Physical Therapy Association APTA, Orthopedic Section IASP International Association for the Study of Pain National Society of Health Coaches American Nutrition Association |
Special interests Hypermobility disorders (EDS/HSD) Rehabilitation of the spine (incl. neck) and pelvis Chronic pain and pain neuroscience Nutrition Gut health Body/Mind integration Health maintenance and disease prevention Stress management Effective, personalized exercise programs Treatment philosophy We need to approach the well-being of the human being using a paradigm that is inclusive of all the factors that synergistically create good health and function. It is my firm belief that the more inclusively we view the various systems of the body, the more successful we can be in understanding and treating patients. It is vital to the success of rehabilitation of hypermobile patients that their unique challenges and needs are taken into account at all times. Patient education is vital and empowers the patient. |