Elevate Physical Therapy - Lakeview

"I recently completed a 8+ month stint of 2 to 3 time per week PT sessions with Shivani at Elevate Physical 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 Manisha and is thrilled with the treatment she is receiving. What better recommendation could there be than sending a family member?"

"I was referred by an orthopedic surgeon to see Dr. Shivani Patel at elevate Lakeview. During my first visit, she quickly uncovered that the problem I have been suffering from for months is not in my arm, but originated in my neck, and this knowledge has completely changed how I function and move. She is incredibly knowledgeable and professional, but also laid-back, which makes everything feel approachable and easy. Her entire staff seems wonderful too, which is why the clinic is always full of patients. As a bonus, the Lakeview location is easy to get to, and always has street parking available, which makes everything so much easier. I couldn't be happier to be in her hands on the way to better mobility!"

"To say that these people have given me a new lease on life is an understatement. I came in here thinking I would never be able to do the sports that I loved again unless a miracle happened. Shivani Patel, Blake Helton, and Manisha Patel have been incredible resources and a godsend. I've worked primarily with Shivani, and she has been the guiding force behind me now getting back to all of the sports that I did prior to my injury. She has listened to every concern I've had with care and patience, and in return has provided catered guidance to push me towards my personal physical, and even mental goals. She is the 7th physical therapist that I've seen for my injury, which happened 2 years ago. Whenever I stepped into her facility I became instantly confident that I was in the right place to heal my complex muscle imbalances and horribly overcompensated movement patterns. I do what she tells me to because she knows more than I do and I get better, it's that simple. I wish that there were other physical therapists that were as good as her and the rest of the team at elevate, but I'm so glad that I found her thanks to a referral from Dr. Shivani Batra at IBJI - who I also can't recommend enough. I had the previously mentioned issues from a pelvic and lumbar spine ligament injury along with SI joint malalignment that was healed, but the pain never went away or subsided. I went from not being able to sit down without serious pain for over a year and a half, only standing and laying down, to within 4 months now returning to Wrestling and Jiu-Jitsu, snowboarding, running, and any other sport I want. I will be referring everyone that has any sort of injury to this location for the rest of my life. These guys are the real deal. If you have an injury or just general physical pain, you're doing yourself a disservice by not making the trip to go see them. I've been driving an hour and a half each way to see them from where I live and Shivani and the team are so good that I'd make a 6 hour drive in each direction no problem for every appointment. They're that good. Thank you Shivani, Blake and Manisha for giving me a new lease on life and answering my prayers."

"I have been referring my patients to Elevate Physical Therapy in Chicago for over 3 years, and the feedback is always amazing. This is truly one of the best physical therapy clinics in Chicago, with locations in Lakeview and Park Ridge that make it convenient no matter where you live. Elevate PT has been especially incredible at helping my patients with hypermobility, an area where many other clinics fall short. Time and time again, my patients share that their experience here is life-changing. The physical therapists at Elevate PT are outstanding -- my patients have worked with Manisha, Shovani, and Renee, and each one receives glowing reviews for their expertise, compassion, and results-driven approach. If you're looking for a Chicago physical therapist who understands complex conditions like hypermobility and delivers real progress, I cannot recommend Elevate PT enough. This is a clinic I will continue to send patients to again and again."

"If you need PT, go here. Found this place on rec from my MD. Shivani is amazing. Shivani (and the whole team) got me to a place of strength to do all the things I love without pain. I can't say enough great things about Elevate. They gave me the tools and knowledge to manage my injury and keep getting stronger. Highly recommend."

"I visited Elevate PT at the recommendation of a friend after I injured my back falling on ice, and I'm so glad that I did. Blake and Manisha are such knowledgeable, kind, and patient physical therapists. While I came in for lower back pain, they made time to address other health issues that unexpectedly came up and helped me fix my form on basic exercises. I got so much more than I was expecting out of this experience, and I would definitely return to this clinic for any other PT needs in the future."

"I was referred to this practice by a doctor at Shirley Ryan and cannot overstate how much my life changed by working with Blake. His patience with me as we worked through nerve pain and rebuilding my confidence (both as an athlete and in my day-to-day approach to life) was remarkable. Without Blake's support, research, willingness to try new things with me, and efforts to push me beyond my comfort zone, I wouldn't have gotten over my pain. And I definitely would not have run a half marathon this Fall."

"Renee is truly exceptional. Her vast experience in needling has made a significant difference in my recovery, allowing me to return to training and boxing much sooner than expected. She is highly skilled, knowledgeable, and genuinely committed to helping her clients achieve the best outcomes. I can't recommend her enough."