Invictus Sports Medicine

★★★★★ 5.0 (45 reviews) RECOVERY

📍 37 Sherwood Terrace Suite 103, Lake Bluff, IL 60044

Invictus Sports Medicine is a private physical therapy clinic specializing in sports medicine rehabilitation, orthopedic post-operative care, and r...

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About This Studio

Invictus Sports Medicine is a private physical therapy clinic specializing in sports medicine rehabilitation, orthopedic post-operative care, and return-to-sport programming. They offer two recovery modalities (dry needling and blood flow restriction training) alongside traditional physical therapy. Appointments are required; walk-ins are not mentioned. The clinic is led by Dr. Trey Ayala, a former Division I athlete, and emphasizes one-on-one care with the same therapist throughout treatment.

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What Sets Them Apart

One-on-one continuity of care: patients work with the same evaluating therapist throughout their entire treatment course
Comprehensive sports medicine expertise including video analysis of running and throwing mechanics to identify asymmetries and faulty patterns
Specialized post-concussion rehabilitation with assessment of neurological, orthopedic, vestibulo-ocular, and cardiovascular systems
Strong emphasis on patient education with longer treatment sessions designed to explain injuries, intervention options, and long-term prevention strategies

Service Details

Dry Needling

Skilled physical therapists use a thin monofilament needle to target myofascial trigger points to manage neuromusculoskeletal pain and movement impairments, with goals of decreasing pain, improving range of motion, and restoring functional mobility.

Blood Flow Restriction Training

A technique combining low-intensity strengthening with partial blood flow occlusion to mimic the effects of high-intensity strengthening by creating a hypoxic environment. Particularly useful for patients post-surgery or with prolonged musculoskeletal dysfunction who cannot tolerate high-load strengthening exercises.

Your First Visit

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Monday	7 AM–7 PM
Tuesday	7 AM–7 PM
Wednesday	7 AM–7 PM
Thursday	7 AM–7 PM
Friday	7 AM–5 PM
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed

The Team

Three licensed physical therapists with sports medicine specialization and advanced certifications. Founded and led by Dr. Trey Ayala, a former Division I wrestler with extensive post-operative and return-to-sport expertise.

Dr. Trey Ayala Owner/Physical Therapist — PT, DPT, CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist)

Dr. Caitie Gahart Physical Therapist — PT, DPT; G1 Graston IASTM certified (nearly 10 years); Myopain dry needling certified (D1/D2)

Dr. Steven Busby Physical Therapist — PT, DPT, SCS (Sports Certified Specialist), LAT (Licensed Athletic Trainer), ATC (Athletic Trainer Certified)

Owner: Dr. Trey Ayala

Data last verified: 2026-03-16

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