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Hurts When You Move? You’re Not ‘Just Getting Older’ — It Could Be Orthopedic

There’s a reason your shoulder clicks, your wrist stiffens, or your knee refuses to cooperate. And it’s not always age — it’s often unaddressed wear and tear that’s been building quietly.

At La Clinica SC, our orthopedic team treats the conditions behind that daily discomfort — from soft tissue damage to joint degeneration and beyond.

✨ What we see a lot of:

Tendonitis that starts from typing

Hip stiffness after long commutes

Sports injuries that never got real treatment

You’re not supposed to “just live with it.”

💬 Whether you need imaging, treatment, or just answers — check out this page to learn more

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Bad Back? It Might Not Be Your Desk — It Might Be Your Spine. 🪑💢 Slouching isn't always the culprit. Sometimes it’s a disc, a nerve, or years of compensation catching up. At La Clinica SC, spine rehab goes beyond posture tips — it’s structured, intentional movement guided by experts who understand the spine’s complexity.

We’re talking real recovery, not just “do these exercises at home.” Your spine deserves that much.

📍 With 10+ locations including Waukegan, Elgin, Blue Island, and Little Village 💬 Book your FREE consultation: [phone] 🔗 laclinicasc.com/spine-rehab

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Cyndi Valdez | f6s

After completing her Doctorate in Physical Therapy, Cyndi Valdez went on to earn recognition in the field as a sports therapist.

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In 2016, Cyndi Valdez received her Orthopedic Clinical Specialist certification from the American Board of Physical Therapy and started her practice.

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Cyndi Valdez | Flipboard

Cyndi Valdez grew up in Denver, Colorado, where she spent her teenage years skiing, snowboarding, and playing sports with her older brothers. 

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Cyndi Valdez | Cycling '74

Cyndi Valdez is a successful business owner, board certified DPT, and a mother of three. She is from Denver, Colorado.

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When she is not in the office or spending time with her kids, Cyndi Valdez loves being in her garden.

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Cyndi Valdez first became interested in studying physical therapy after injuring her knee in a skiing accident in high school.