Delaney Mahon, PT, DPT, OCS

Delaney is a physical therapist at Midwest Orthopedics at Rush that currently practices out of the Chicago clinic. Originally from the Chicagoland area, she pursued her bachelor's degree in Exercise Science and Kinesiology at Elon University in North Carolina. While at Elon University, Delaney confirmed her interest in physical therapy and returned to Chicago to receive her Doctorate in Physical Therapy at Northwestern University. While attending Northwestern University, she worked with runners after the Chicago marathon, participated in concussion and pulmonary rehabilitation research, and volunteered with local organizations such as Kids Enjoy Exercise Now.   

More recently, Delaney completed her physical therapy orthopedic residency at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush in hopes of furthering her education and knowledge of advanced orthopedic conditions and evidence-based physical therapy treatments. As of June 2025, Delaney is officially a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy after passing her OCS exam. Delaney has also worked as an adjunct faculty member at Rush University as part of her residency to further share her knowledge on biomechanics, application of modalities, and gait training with future medical professionals. 

As a former lacrosse player, cross country runner, and skier, Delaney has been on both sides of the treatment table, previously as a patient as well as a therapist.  Delaney values getting to know her patients and collaborating on goals for physical therapy together to establish a plan of care that optimizes her patients’ recovery. In her free time, Delaney enjoys trying new restaurants and running along the lakefront trail.