Experience Rehab 2.0
Where Traditional Rehab Ends…
TRYAbility Begins.
Never. Stop. TRYing.
Where Traditional Rehab Ends…
Knowledgeable & Passionate Therapy
Our therapists have advanced training in Neuro Rehab, continuing to take classes and follow the innovation in research and technology. With over 30 years of experience, our team shares our patients passion for improvement in all areas of their lives.
FES Certified Center of Excellence
Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) is widely used in activity-based rehabilitation. FES can assist in the restoration of functional upright mobility, decrease muscle spasms, increase muscle strength and improve overall cardio-respiratory fitness.
Advanced & Innovative Technology
Our therapists have access to the most advanced treatments today. We are the only Neuro Rehab facility in Chicago with the G-EO FES Robotic Gait Trainer, the Universal Cage used for balance and strength training and the latest in Virtual Reality enhanced therapy options.
Our mission
Never.
Stop.
Trying.
That is what we believe at TRYAbility. No matter what your injury or illness; at TRYAbility our mission is to help our patients reach their goals and continually stretch their abilities. We understand what it is like to have your life completely changed, sometimes in an instant, by an illness or injury, and how difficult it can be to get up and try to better yourself every day.
An injury, disease, or illness can rid you of control in your life. TRYAbility is here to help you take it back. Our unique brand of rehabilitation incorporates the best technology with unmatched expertise of licensed, certified, and registered clinicians. Our therapeutic environment is second to none and our outcomes speak for themselves.
Come to the next level of rehabilitation at TRYAbility.
30+years of experience
Who we are
About Us
Our Therapists provide services that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and help prevent or limit permanent physical issues from patients suffering from neurological injuries. Our physical therapy center in the Chicago area focuses specifically on conditions such as Spinal Cord Injury, Traumatic Brain Injury, Multiple Sclerosis, Stroke, Parkinson’s and other neurological diseases.
Our Therapists will partner with each patient to develop an individualized activity-based therapy program based on one’s goals, needs, and abilities. As our patient improves and their abilities progress, our therapists will modify the plan of care to ensure continued improvement.
Our Therapists are dedicated to providing exceptional care in a professional and comfortable atmosphere. We believe in “Never. Stop. Trying.” and will work with each patient during each session to help them achieve their goals.
Our team
Meet the people behind your progress
Leadership
Sakina Valika
PT, DPT, NCS, MSCS
Board-certified Neuro Clinical Specialist who sub-specializes in traumatic and non-traumatic spinal cord injury, with advanced certifications in exoskeleton gait training.
Spinal cord injuryLocomotor trainingFESAquatic rehab
Tap a team member to see who they are and what they specialize in.
Technology & treatments
Featured technology at TRYAbility
Advanced, research-backed tools you won’t find at most rehab clinics.
G-EO Robotic Gait TrainerRobotic gait training, including stair climbing, for hundreds of correct steps every session.Learn more →
ONWARD ARC-EX®FDA-authorized, non-invasive spinal cord stimulation to improve hand strength and sensation after cervical SCI.Learn more →
ANEUVO ExaStim®Personalized, non-invasive spinal cord stimulation for arm and leg goals.Learn more →
PoNS® TherapyGentle stimulation of the tongue paired with targeted physical rehabilitation.Learn more →Diagnoses we treat
Find your diagnosis
Diagnosis
Spinal Cord Injury
Our intensive, research-based SCI program is built around your goals, with FES cycling and step training, locomotor training, whole body vibration and gait training.
Services
Seven ways we help you move forward
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Physical TherapyPhysical TherapyHands-on, 1-on-1 sessions of 60 to 90 minutes with licensed neuro specialists.Explore Physical Therapy
Occupational TherapyOccupational TherapyRestoring your ability to do what you want, what you need and what you love to do.Explore Occupational Therapy
Speech TherapySpeech TherapyHelp with communication, swallowing, voice and cognition after neurological injury.Explore Speech Therapy
Pediatric TherapyPediatric TherapyActivity-based PT and OT for children, from toddlers to young adults.Explore Pediatric Therapy
Aquatic TherapyAquatic TherapySkilled therapy in the water at the Indian Boundary YMCA.Explore Aquatic Therapy
Manual TherapyManual TherapySoft tissue techniques to ease pain, improve range of motion and relax muscles.Explore Manual Therapy
Adaptive Fitness & WellnessAdaptive Fitness & WellnessSupervised exercise that keeps your progress going long after therapy.Explore Adaptive Fitness & WellnessHow it works
Get Started at TRYAbility
When interested in becoming a patient of TRYAbility or even wanting to take a tour and find out if we are a good fit for you or one of your family members, our process is simple!
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Contact us to Schedule a Facility Tour
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Create a Plan based on your Goals, Function and Abilities.
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Begin Therapy and join the TRYAbility Community
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Continually update your plan as Goals and Abilities progress.
Testimonials
What Others Say About Us
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I travel the country visiting neuro-rehabilitation clinics for my business, selling therapy tools that facilitate aggressive activity-based therapies (for your own good, please google “activity based therapy spinal cord injury”). Which is to say, I seek out the rare breed of neuro PT for whom the job is their passion, the cutting-edge research their evening reading material. Even among this subset of individuals, Sakina sits comfortably atop the highest tier.
DDAN
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Through treatment under Sakina, I have regained movement in both legs along with development of better control of my trunk in stance and movement. I am able to take steps with minimal assistance and am now attempting stairs and independent balance. Jackie and Sakina worked together to utilize both their strength and knowledge to provide an aggressive treatment plan that is fluid as they see my needs and function changing.
PPEGGY
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My initial Physical Therapy treatment facility released me because my legs began to spasm. Six months later I began working with Sakina and Jackie. When I first began, I was using a wheelchair primarily for mobility, but did have some movement in my legs. Within 3 months of treatment with Sakina and Jackie, I was able to walk with a walker and 1 year later I was walking with 2 canes.
MMARILYN
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My doctor told me I would never walk again or regain any function, but I was determined to prove him wrong. Currently, I can stand with AFOs with better posture and recently I am starting to be able to let go of my arm support very briefly. Since working with Sakina and Jackie my legs have gotten stronger and my wife says my butt muscles are getting bigger!
EEMILIO
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When I started working with Sakina I realized how much potential I still have for maximizing my mobility and independence. She is incredibly knowledgeable and up to date on the most advanced therapies. She continues to get more training, study the journals and network with the (other) experts in the field.
JJILL
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I have traveled all over the country in search of the best therapy and to gain as much recovery as possible. Sakina and Jackie are two of the best therapists I have ever worked with and they know exactly how to tailor a program to fit your individual needs. They are creative, knowledgeable, and always push you to do your best!
MMOLLY
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Schedule a Tour of TRYAbility
Call 331.775.2813 or request a tour online.