Business Details
Personalized Physical Therapy Services in Chicago
The Physical Therapy Academy was founded to revolutionize movement through personalized, evidence-based care. Our approach prioritizes one-on-one treatment sessions that address root causes of pain and dysfunction rather than isolated impairments. With locations in Downtown and Fulton Market Chicago, we combine manual therapy techniques, advanced diagnostics like video-based running analysis, and customized wellness programs to deliver efficient, lasting results. Our team of fellowship-trained specialists brings decades of combined experience in orthopedic manual therapy, women's health, and sports rehabilitation. We emphasize patient education and mind-body wellness, utilizing methods such as blood flow restriction training and ergonomic assessments to enhance mobility.Our commitment to clinical excellence is demonstrated through board certifications in orthopedic physical therapy and active participation in continuing education programs. We maintain strict adherence to ethical standards while fostering collaborative relationships with referring healthcare providers. Our practice philosophy integrates pain science, motor control theory, and exercise physiology to retrain movement patterns effectively. We serve diverse populations including athletes, post-surgical patients, and breast cancer survivors, offering tailored solutions for each individual's needs. Our transparent pricing structure and membership tiers reflect our dedication to accessible, high-quality care.
Services
Physical Therapy
Bike Fits
Running Analysis
Wellness Appointments
Sports Massage
Blood Flow Restriction
Ergonomic Assessments
Women's Health
Telehealth Services
Manual Therapy
Highlights and features
- We utilize evidence-based practice and clinical reasoning to treat root causes of pain
- Our team includes fellowship-trained orthopedic manual therapists with specialized certifications
- We offer comprehensive treatment approaches combining manual therapy and movement retraining
- We provide personalized care for diverse patient populations including cancer survivors
- Our membership tiers offer flexible access to physical therapy and wellness services
Services
Physical Therapy
Our physical therapy services combine manual techniques with evidence-based practice to address movement dysfunction. We treat musculoskeletal conditions, post-surgical recovery, and chronic pain through personalized treatment plans. Our approach focuses on restoring optimal function while educating patients about their condition and self-management strategies.
Bike Fits
Dynamic bike fit assessments analyze your riding position from head to toe using specialized trainers. We optimize equipment setup to improve performance, prevent injuries, and enhance comfort for cyclists of all levels through precise biomechanical adjustments.
Blood Flow Restriction
This evidence-based technique uses controlled tourniquet systems to enhance muscle growth and recovery. We apply BFR for rehabilitation purposes and athletic performance optimization, carefully monitoring pressure levels and exercise protocols to ensure safe, effective treatment.
Wellness Appointments
Maintenance sessions focus on injury prevention and movement optimization rather than injury treatment. These appointments help maintain mobility, improve exercise form, and address biomechanical inefficiencies through proactive physical therapy interventions.
Women's Health
Specialized treatment addresses women's health conditions including pelvic floor dysfunction and post-cancer recovery. Our approach combines manual therapy with education about musculoskeletal health, focusing on restoring normal function and improving quality of life.
People
Dr. Alex Anderson
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Board-certified orthopedic specialist with fellowship training in manual therapy. Treats pain and movement dysfunction using evidence-based approaches while incorporating dry needling and women's health expertise.
Dr. Leanna Blanchard
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists with lymphedema certification. Specializes in treating breast cancer survivors and has practiced since 2015.
Alyssa Bell
Licensed Massage Therapist
Certified Classical Pilates instructor with experience in prenatal and postnatal programs. Focuses on mindful movement, injury prevention, and mind-body wellness through integrated bodywork approaches.
Questions
What types of physical therapy services do you offer?
We provide orthopedic manual therapy, sports rehabilitation, women's health services, bike fits, running analysis, blood flow restriction training, and ergonomic assessments.
Do you offer telehealth appointments?
Yes, we now offer 10% off telehealth appointments that can be conducted from our West Town location or your home.
What are your membership options?
We offer three membership tiers (Gold, Silver, Bronze) with varying session counts and discounts on services and merchandise.
Are your therapists certified specialists?
Our team includes board-certified orthopedic physical therapists and fellowship-trained manual therapy specialists with additional certifications in dry needling and lymphedema therapy.
Do you treat cancer survivors?
Yes, we specialize in treating breast cancer survivors and have therapists with personal experience in cancer recovery.
