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Everyone Is an Athlete
At Rehab Professionals in Champaign, we provide chiropractic and physical therapy services designed to help you recover from injury, reduce pain, and restore normal movement. We work with patients of all ages and activity levels, from sports injuries to post-surgical and everyday conditions.
We are currently accepting new patients and can typically schedule visits within 24–48 hours.
We are in-network with most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Medicare Advantage plans, and other commercial insurance providers.
Our Expert Team
Dr. Jason Laughton, DC, PTA
Chiropractic Physician
Physical Therapist Asst.
At Rehab Professionals, your care is led by experience that bridges chiropractic and rehab.
Dr. Jason Laughton is a Doctor of Chiropractic and licensed Physical Therapist Assistant with extensive hands-on clinical experience. He blends precise chiropractic adjustments, advanced soft tissue therapy, and corrective exercise into one integrated approach — focused on getting you out of pain and back to performing.
With a special interest in soft tissue treatment and movement restoration, Dr. Laughton has trained other clinicians in ASTYM and Graston-based techniques and previously served as a trainer at Ball State University.
In and out of the clinic, he lives what he teaches — playing hockey, playing guitar, and spending time with Erin and their three children.
Erin Laughton, MSPT, ATC, CSCS
Physical Therapist
Athletic Trainer
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Erin brings a performance-based, movement-first mindset to every patient she treats. She earned her Master’s in Physical Therapy from the University of Colorado and completed her Athletic Training education at the University of Indianapolis.
Her expertise spans rehabilitation, injury prevention, and strength and conditioning — helping athletes, active adults, and post-surgical patients return stronger, safer, and more confident.
When she’s not in the clinic, Erin enjoys exercising, reading, traveling, and managing life with three active kids.
What We Offer
Chiropractic Therapy
Chiropractic Therapy
Chiropractic Therapy
- Spinal and extremity adjustments
- Manual therapy techniques
- Soft tissue mobilization
- Chronic pain and posture care
- Complementary to physical therapy for full-body recovery
Orthopedic Rehab
Chiropractic Therapy
Chiropractic Therapy
-Total knee replacement
-Total hip replacement
-Rotator cuff &
shoulder repairs
-ACL & meniscus surgery
- Labral & tendon repairs
- Joint fusions & arthroscopies
-Auto Accidents
Our goal is to reduce pain, restore movement, and help you regain strength with evidence-based rehabilitation protocols.
Therapy & Fitness
Chiropractic Therapy
Sports Injury Care
- Targeted strengthening & stretching
- Range of motion restoration
- Balance & gait training
- Scar tissue mobilization
- Myofascial release
- Postural and movement correction
- Dry needling
Sports Injury Care
Chiropractic Therapy
Sports Injury Care
- Rehab for athletic injuries (sprains, strains, overuse)
- Return-to-sport training and assessments
- Performance-focused recovery plans
- Care for student athletes and active adults
Welcome to rehab professionals Chiropractic
Chiropractic Care
Low Back Pain Treatment in Champaign, IL
Low back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek treatment. Whether it starts suddenly after lifting, develops from repetitive activity, or gradually worsens over time, back pain can interfere with work, exercise, golf, sleep, and everyday activities.
At Rehab Professionals in Champaign, IL, we provide chiropractic and physical therapy services to help patients reduce pain, restore movement, and return to the activities they enjoy.
Common Causes of Low Back Pain
Low back pain can develop from many different causes, including:
- Muscle strains and ligament sprains
- Joint restrictions in the lumbar spine or pelvis
- SI joint dysfunction
- Repetitive bending, lifting, or twisting
- Poor posture and prolonged sitting
- Sports and recreational activities
- Golf-related injuries
- Degenerative changes and arthritis
- Post-surgical movement compensations
- Weakness or imbalance in the core and hips
In many cases, low back pain is caused by a combination of factors rather than a single injury.
What Low Back Pain Feels Like
Every patient experiences back pain differently. Common symptoms include:
- Aching or stiffness in the lower back
- Pain with bending, lifting, or twisting
- Difficulty standing up after sitting
- Morning stiffness
- Muscle tightness and spasms
- Pain around the SI joint or pelvis
- Discomfort during golf, exercise, or daily activities
Some patients experience symptoms for a few days, while others have recurring episodes that continue for months or years.
Golf and Low Back Pain
Many golfers experience low back pain due to the repetitive rotation, bending, and forces placed on the spine during the golf swing.
Common contributing factors include:
- Limited hip mobility
- SI joint dysfunction
- Core weakness
- Reduced spinal mobility
- Poor swing mechanics
- Muscle imbalance
Our evaluation looks at the entire movement system, including the spine, pelvis, hips, and surrounding muscles, to identify factors contributing to pain and restricted performance.
How We Evaluate Low Back Pain
At Rehab Professionals, every patient receives an individualized evaluation.
Your examination may include:
- Health history review
- Orthopedic testing
- Range of motion assessment
- Neurological screening when appropriate
- Functional movement assessment
- Posture and gait evaluation
- Examination of the lumbar spine, pelvis, and SI joints
Our goal is to identify the source of the problem and develop a treatment plan that addresses both symptoms and underlying movement restrictions.
How We Treat Low Back Pain
Treatment recommendations are based on your specific condition and goals. Depending on your needs, care may include:
- Chiropractic adjustments
- Manual therapy
- Soft tissue mobilization
- Rehabilitation exercises
- Stretching and mobility programs
- Core strengthening
- Postural correction
- Return-to-sport and activity guidance
We focus on helping patients move better, function better, and return to normal activity as safely and efficiently as possible.
Why Choose Rehab Professionals?
At Rehab Professionals, you receive one-on-one care focused on your recovery.
We combine chiropractic care and physical therapy principles to create individualized treatment plans for each patient. Our goal is not simply temporary relief, but helping you restore mobility, improve function, and prevent future problems.
We work with patients of all ages, from student athletes and golfers to active adults and post-surgical patients.
Schedule an Appointment
If you are experiencing low back pain in Champaign, IL, we are here to help.
We are currently accepting new patients and can typically schedule appointments within 24–48 hours.
Contact Rehab Professionals today to schedule an evaluation and learn what may be causing your low back pain and how we can help you get back to doing the things you enjoy.
Rehab Professionals
2040 S. Neil Street
Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 355-5650
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Rehab PROFESSIONALS Info
We proudly work with the University of Illinois students and athletes, helping them recover from injury, surgery, and overuse. Whether you're an athlete preparing for your season or a student trying to stay active and pain-free, we will help you reach your goals.
Please contact us directly with any questions, comments, or scheduling inquiries you may have. We are in network with Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, United Healthcare, Humana, Medicare Advantage Pla
Fax any documents to (217)355-5633.
Rehab Professionals
2040 S Neil St, Champaign, IL 61820 Call: (217) 355-5650
Clinic Hours
Monday - Friday: 8am - 6pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
