Lincoln Park Physical Therapy

"Eleni is the most exceptional physical therapist that I've ever worked with! I suffered from chronic low back pain from a herniated disk for years. After seeing many physical therapists, It was Eleni who finally treated my severe pain during the time leading up to my microdiscectomy and who implemented a tailored PT program that led to my complete rehabilitation after my surgery. I recently had upper back/shoulder/neck pain and she fully addressed it immediately. What stands out about Eleni is her attentive listening, her gentle touch, and her compassion. She creates a plan personalized to your needs and assists you through the pain and challenges of your condition. I can't recommend her enough. You will be in great hands with Eleni!"

"Eleni is truly incredible. Over four months, she took me from one of the most painful injuries I've ever experienced after dislocating my shoulder to being back on the soccer field. I'm so grateful for her knowledge, guidance, and constant encouragement, and I genuinely looked forward to every session. Beyond being an amazing physical therapist, she is a true healer. I also have to give special credit to her for introducing me to the magic of dry needling. I cannot recommend Eleni enough!"

"I started working with Eleni about a month into a 12-month recovery from surgery for a serious knee injury, and I can say with certainty that it was one of the best decisions I've made for my health. Having had very mixed experiences at clinics of large national physical therapy chains, as well as smaller local chains, including in the months prior to my surgery, I was left looking for higher quality care. I found exactly that with Eleni and Lincoln Park Physical Therapy. Unlike the common model of the larger chains in which you are briefly seen by a rotating physical therapist before being passed off to a technician for most of the time, Eleni provides full one-on-one attention for the entire session. That individualized attention combined with Eleni's incredible expertise and experience, attention to detail, and guidance for at-home exercises results in a truly superior level of care. With my insurance accepted, my physical therapy cost me the same as it would at other clinics, but the value and quality of treatment were in a different league. Eleni's care has been instrumental in my recovery, and while I am very confident in my long-term health after all of our work together, she would be my first call if anything ever comes up again. If you're in a situation like mine, or looking for physical therapy treatment for any other pain, injury, or surgery, I cannot recommend Eleni and Lincoln Park Physical Therapy highly enough!"

"Dr. E. Poulakis is amazing! I was struggling with lower back pain that wouldn't go away. I tried warm baths, heat, stretching and rest but no relief. I did consult my Northwestern GP and he recommended Dr. Poulakis. I felt secure and in medically and physically capable hands. The assessment was complete and extensive. Dr. Eleni was kind and patient and listened carefully as I expressed my symptoms and described my discomfort. We began treatment and I could immediately feel that we were on the target of my pain and working efficiently and effectively. Each and every treatment was building with exercises that addressed my needs and I received a program that included video and positioning/routine instructions so I could continue my program at home as well. I couldn't have been happier with our sessions and treatment. I am now in tune with my lower back, my pain has subsided. Would highly recommend Dr. E. Poulakis!"

"After surgery I needed help regaining mobility and strength. I know some people think physical therapy can be tough or painful but that wasn't my experience at all! Eleni worked with me to determine the everyday movements causing my pain or limitations and taught me easy movements to help me get back to normal. It was a huge help and definitely sped up my healing process, I will definitely go back if I need to!"

"Eleni is the best! I came in with Achilles tendon pain and she immediately customized a recovery plan that's been super effective. She's not only knowledgeable, but really personable and truly invested in her patients. You're in great hands- I can't recommend her enough."

"I went to Eleni when I started experiencing Achilles pain during my marathon training. She listened to all the details of my situation and worked with me to put together an appropriate plan. I most liked that the appointment is 1:1 and she was constantly asking for my feedback on how exercises and stretches felt. This made me feel like she was dialed into my specific situation and adapting based on my progress. We put together a strength plan that allowed me to continue progressing at home and in the gym between sessions. I appreciated that she kept the program simple and didn't over complicate things by continuing to add more and make changes, which is exactly what I was looking for. She guided me on balancing rest, strength, and running over a series of weeks, and I am happy to say that I am now running without pain or sensitivity. Above all, I have incorporated her program as an ongoing staple in my training, which will keep me healthy in the long term. The next time I start to feel any concerning discomfort, Eleni will be my first call!"

"I came to Eleni with severe neck/shoulder/upper arm pain that, after her in-office workouts and prescriptive home exercise regimen, resolved completely in just weeks. She brought empathy, a depth of knowledge in her field of expertise, clarity of instruction, a commitment to my care, and an overall engaging/cheerful disposition to my course of treatment. I've already recommended her to friends, and wanted to post this review for anyone in need of physical therapy. Thank you, Eleni!"