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
Provider Details
Dr. Linda Li, MD's Expert Contributions
What can cause arm pain?
There are a lot of problems that can cause arm pain. You need to see a physician and conduct a physical exam to determine what causes your arm pain. READ MORE
Numb, cold toes and aching calf muscles?
It sounds like microcirculation issues. I suggest medical work up first. It is hard to make diagnoses without examining patients. READ MORE
What exercise can I do for knee pain?
First of all , you need to see a physician and figure out what is underline pathology for your knee . Physical therapy only can target problem if diagnoses is correct Dr.Linda li READ MORE
Pain in left shoulder blade area?
You need to see a physiatrist who is well trained to treat your problem. READ MORE
Is physiotherapy good for back pain?
First of all, there are bones, ligaments and muscles in your back . All above pathology can contribute pain generation. Physician evaluation is needed. I can’t provide medical diagnoses without examination. READ MORE
What is the best exercise after a stroke?
Please contact the physical therapist for your ongoing outpatient physical therapy evaluation first. Without knowing your deficiency, it is hard to provide you with any exercise. READ MORE
Sprained wrist?
To whom it may be a concern, You also suffered a ligament tear post fell. You need to regenerate your wrist ligament by prolotherapy or prolozone therapy, plus platelet-rich plasma injection. READ MORE
Upper hip pain left side?
You need to see a physician to examine your hip. Prolozone therapy or prolotherapy may help your condition. Please check the local physician who offers the above procedure in your area. READ MORE
Stiffness in left hand?
You need to see a physician for more lab work and an x-ray. READ MORE
Emergency or not?
There are a few causes of ankle swelling. You need to see a physician and check uric acid to rule out gout as one of the causes. A physical exam is needed. READ MORE
Burning in my left hip should I go to the doctors?
You need to see a physician to check for neuropathy. READ MORE
My right upper arm hurts?
You need to see a physician for further work up. READ MORE
Ring finger pain?
Find a physician who offers PRP or prolotherapy. READ MORE
How long does it take to recover from hand nerve damage surgery?
It will depend on severity of the nerve damages . It will be different from injury to injury . Dr. Linda li READ MORE
Why am I getting pain in my left shoulder and in my left arm?
There are Mary's reasons that can cause pain in your neck and arm. The most common is cervical disc herniation. Other causes including nerve disease . You need to seek help from a physician to find out what is your underline causes. READ MORE
Can migraine headaches be cured by physiotherapy?
No. READ MORE
Muscle spasms?
You need to schedule an appointment with a physician to examine your neck first. Then provide treatment options for you. READ MORE
What does this mean?
The best way is to call your physician to ask him or her what he or she means. It depends on what your physician found on your exam. Yours sincerely, Linda Li, MD READ MORE
How to treat sciatic back pain?
Please call physician office for evaluation. Your sincerely: Linda li MD READ MORE
Right side pain?
Yes. You should. Yours sincerely, Linda Li, MD READ MORE
Expert Publications
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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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