I am so lucky to have found Meredith and Lakeshore PT. She has helped me for almost 3 months…read morethrough a pretty serious herniated disc in my lower back and the bonuses: sciatica and plantar fasciitis. Not only has she taught me many ways to build back up my strength, but shared a ton of new ideas to strengthen my core, etc. to manage this back injury moving forward. Via in person, emails AND print outs. Meredith makes my sessions fly by bc she chats with me and kept up a positive attitude of how I WILL get back to being my active self...but that I needed to learn that slow and steady really is the way to do it. I cannot say enough great things - you must go see her. You will not be disappointed and it will be so worth your time and money/insurance co-pay. Joni and Sally are also amazing! They were super communicative, helpful and patient with my insurance paperwork (read: delays) and were always rooting for me to get better. They also proactively helped me schedule my preferred appointment times. Wonderful experience for my first time doing PT!!!! Keep up the great work!!!

This was a tough decision on how to update. Given that the entirety of my review focused on…read moreMeredith, I felt compelled to post an update since she has left. First off, I still give LSF PT five stars. Their location is great, I enjoy their awesome gym, and the people that work there are great. If you are busy, already a member at this gym, it's a great choice. And thanks to this place, I met Meredith. Meredith was the star who helped me get through some tough nagging injuries - so I felt compelled to state that she moved on from this location. She really went the extra mile and I mean, look at all the reviews she's garnered for this business, that's saying something. If you aren't necessarily set on being inside the gym and want someone with an awesome reputation, look her up. At the end of the day, either LSF or Meredith are great choices and FAR superior to the greedy corporate chain in the greater Chicago area, so I am happy to keep my five star review of LSF PT.

I LOVED coming to Andersonville Physical Therapy! The owner, front desk clerks and PTs were always…read moreso warm and welcoming and made my first experience at physical therapy a positive one! I worked with Gretchen both during pregnancy and postpartum for pelvic floor and core strength. I'm not the most coordinated person, but I feel super comfortable with her directions and guidance (of which I needed PLENTY of!). She was easy to talk to throughout sessions, which made the 45 minutes fly by. I could tell I was getting stronger, but hearing her say it with tangible evidence was the icing on the cake! It's important to note that during the pandemic, I was also able to opt for in-person or virtual sessions, and liked both equally. I would HIGHLY recommend all pregnant women see a PT, and definitely Gretchen in particular. I'm so happy I did!

I can't speak highly enough of Andersonville PT. It was easy to make an appointment, the staff is…read moresuper professional, my bills and insurance claims were handled in a snap, and I got great recommendations for healing both at the gym AND at home. A huge shout out to my therapist, Erin Lenihan, who made it fun and easy!

A couple of years ago I was in a lot of pain from a pinched nerve in my neck. I could hardly move…read moremy head to the left. My neurologist referred me specifically to Imelda and I have been grateful ever since. Shortly after I started PT at PhysioPartners, I began to experience some pain relief. I was given a comprehensive home routine that I followed. I did not ever think I would be relieved of the neck pain and I am glad that I do not have it often. I would not be honest if I said I was completely pain free. I sometimes get flare ups and the vast majority of the time the home exercises help relieve the pain. Imelda is a McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy clinician. I am grateful for her proficiency in this method because it definitely helps my spine conditions. I recently started physical therapy again. The orthopedic specialist I see told me to work with Imelda again for my spine, lower back pain and nerve pain. PT is helping me quite a bit. I was given new exercises to add to my home routine that are helping me improve and strengthen. From the time I walk through the front door to when I leave, I do not feel rushed. My questions are answered. Imelda confirms that I understand my protocol and instructions. The facility is wonderful and has quite a bit of equipment and classes offered if needed. I am very grateful to Imelda and PhysioPartners. I've shared Imelda's and PhysioPartners' information with friends and colleagues.

After struggling with chronic migraines for over 2 years, I was referred to Imelda McGettigan for…read morephysical therapy. Imelda was the first provider who used a truly holistic approach to my care. While other PTs had only focused on my head and neck, Imelda quickly understood that my scoliosis was connected to my migraines and her treatment plan was comprehensive. Working with her has drastically improved my quality of life and my pain management. She has continued to monitor and modify her treatment plan for me as new issues arise. I've had a very positive experience with Imelda and highly recommend her for physical therapy. She is extremely knowledgeable, empathetic, and thorough. I understand my body and triggers much better after working with her. My migraine frequency and scoliosis pain have improved tremendously.

Your physical well being is your top priority and it is so important to be able to trust the…read moreprovider you are working with. Members of my family and I have been seeing Praneeth for the last few years for various issues and i continue to recommend him to anyone who needs physical therapy. I am a runner and he knows body mechanics than anyone. Here's why he is so sought after: 1) He is very knowledgeable and takes a holistic approach to healing and recovery. If I have an ankle injury, he Is also concerned with other related muscles that may also need to be strengthened in addition to the ankle for a full recovery. 2) He takes the time to answer questions and customize the exercises. He is very patient and takes the time to ensure that I understand what is behind each exercise. 3) This is not a cookie cutter "big box" PT place. You will get one on one attention without 6 other clients in the same space. This is a private studio with you as the only client and you will get all of attention from the PT, Praneeth. 4) He always helps me understand the pathway to getting better, therefore, I had a good sense of expectations for my recovery. He asks what your goals are and helps to achieve them. I could go on and on but you get the idea. I trust him and his practice and want others to benefit from this great place.

Phil is a very good person to work with. I had recently found out that I have arthritis in my…read moreknees and since this place is so close I decided I should give it a try. Since Phil is a neighbor in the condo building I got to meet him before the place opened. He's a great guy to know and just as great to work with as your physical therapist. Phil has very deep knowledge of how our bodies work and has worked hard to find the things that are involved in why I feel the pain I do. as a result, I have had great outcomes in my time here. Not only is the knee pain manageable and subsiding, but I am definitely feeling a difference in other parts of my body, especially my back.

I recently completed a 8+ month stint of 2 to 3 time per week PT sessions with Shivani at Elevate…read morePhysical Therapy for chronic lower back issues. I am a veteran of PT rehab stints having had two hip replacements, two rotator cuff surgeries, and one hip labrum tear surgery over the past 25+ years. I believe I know a thing or two about effective PT therapy. Not to take anything away from Athletico, who treated all of my above issues, the Elevate PT team is a significant cut above the typical PT practice. What stands them apart is their deep attentiveness to proper form and function, plus utilizing a frequent change of protocol to both challenge me and keep me motivated. Shivani's goal is not to just get me back to some sort of "status quo", but to make lasting improvements that leaves me better off than before my arrival at her practice. She also taught me many things that I could incorporate on my own to better manage my lower back issues, and those have proven to be quite useful. She pointed out and fixed things wrong with my gait and posture that no one had ever pointed out to me before. Her knowledge and ability to present it in non medical terms is really terrific. All the while doing this with an incredibly friendly and fun demeanor. After all was said and done, I was so impressed with Elevate's practice that I sent my wife there who unfortunately fractured her femur (surgery, rods and screws...the whole works) shortly after I completed my stint. She is working with both Shivani and Maneesha and is thrilled with the treatment she is receiving. What better recommendation could there be than sending a family member?

I have been going for physical therapy since February of this year for three separate issues. I…read morehave sessions with Blake and Manisha each week. Both are professional, extremely knowledgeable, easy to talk to and kind/caring. The hour appointment flies by but I always feel great after I leave. The home exercises help too! I look back at the condition I was in on my first visit until today and have made great progress because of the therapy sessions. I cannot thank them enough and would definitely recommend Elevate! P.S. Athena their first point of contact (or receptionist) is awesome too!

After going to four orthopedic doctors who had four different diagnoses, I went to Dr Dan who was…read moreable to diagnose my pickleball injury of my wrist during the first visit. Now after four sessions I am virtually pain free. He did laser and electro pulse to generate blood flow to the area, and was the only one to get significant results. Highly recommend!!!

Dr. Daniel E Varanauski is absolutely outstanding. In less than two weeks, he's taken me from…read morebeing someone who had become used to always being in pain to someone who has now started to move around like a healthy human being. And, every visit, I keep feeling better and better. I haven't felt this level of pain-free freedom in years!

I had a shoulder injury that resulted from doing an exercise the wrong way. I could not lift my…read morearm or reach in any particular direction. My issue was the ball in my shoulder was scraping the bone. Dr. Patel worked a miracle on my shoulder. I would cry when I even touched my shoulder, try to lift something or reached for something. My care at first was difficult! I was determined not to have surgery. Dr. Patel was very patient with me. He had a plan of action to get my shoulder to move better and how it should move. My shoulder is in great shape now. I can now lift, reach objects without strain, reach over my head without pain and lift and carry babies/toddlers with out pain. Dr. Patel does awesome work! I feel that Dr. Patel cared about my wellbeing. It was a plus that my goals and fears was included in the plan of action to get my shoulder to heal.

I came to Dr. Patel with back issues I was having. I was feeling a burning sensation in my upper…read moreback with a bit of muscle pain. Dr. Patel was able to immediately trace that pain back to my neck and recommended me with exercises and behavioral changes in my day to day routine. Within a week of making those changes, I am noticing much improvement! I highly recommend Dr. Patel. He carefully listened to my concerns, asked the right follow-up questions, and guided me through step by step on how to see the progress I was hoping for.

I highly recommend In Motion PT and I can't thank Dr. Lauren Schnidman enough. For over a month I…read morewas unable to raise my right arm higher than shoulder level. My mobility was limited to less than 20% of what it was before (e.g., brushing hair, lifting my kids, reaching up in any direction). My symptoms mimicked a torn rotator cuff but without the pain. It was bizarre; even my PC doctor at Northwestern assumed it was a partially torn rotator cuff. It was my second appointment when Lauren asked me to perform a few additional tests because she felt something didn't add up. After the third test, she discovered that I had in fact a pinched nerve (C4/C5). Over the course of 6 weeks I continued therapy, followed her at home instructions, and made a full recovery. She is truly amazing. Thank you Dr. Schnidman!

I found Dr. Schnidman a couple of months ago, and I couldn't be happier with my experience. I've…read morehad chronic pain - herniated discs, sciatica, scoliosis, sports injuries - for the last decade, that got so bad that I had to stop exercising altogether. I've had different therapists offer targeted treatment for acute injuries, most of which allowed me to get back to my sports temporarily, but I've never been given the holistic treatment plan that Lauren prescribed. A few months ago, I was scared that I'd be in pain or discomfort forever; two months in, I'm sleeping more comfortably and I'm getting back into the movement I love. Lauren understands my pain and designs my treatment program specific to my needs and lifestyle instead of a cookie-cutter approach, and I recognize how rare that is in any medical field. All I can say is that I wish I'd started with her sooner.