Core Physical Therapy - Lincoln Park

Fantastic experience: I can't express how much I enjoyed working with Allison and the staff at Core Physical Therapy. Not only did Allison's knowledge and professionalism sets the staff of Core PT apart from other Providers I've worked with, but Jason and his team often responded to every one of my questions within a matter of hours. I will definitely be seeing them for any future orthopedic issues.

Fantastic experience: I have been suffering from TMJ, shoulder and upper back pain for nearly two years. After my dad had surgery on his shoulder, he began seeing Allison at Core Physical Therapy. He had so many great things to say about his experience with her and suggested that I see her for an evaluation of my TMJ. I've tried numerous night guards, bite adjustments at my dentist, chiropractic care and home care such as heat, ice and stretching but my TMJ pain did not diminish. I was even told by my general practitioner that oral surgery is my only option. I saw Allison for my initial evaluation and immediately noticed the genuine approach she took to working with her patients. She was very thorough in her explanations and her knowledge was beyond impressive. After only a few visits I was already starting to feel better. Allison explains each of her techniques during manual manipulation and demonstrates exercises/stretches so that you can understand the reasoning behind them. She also sends home exercise programs so that treatment can be continued outside of our in-person appointments. Each week she hand-selects exercises for me to complete at home to help combat my TMJ pain. I've created a binder with these exercises that I use on a daily basis to help me stay on top of self-care and make sure that it remains a priority. Not only is Allison a professional, expert therapist, she is kind and funny and makes sure you are comfortable during your entire visit. I highly recommend Allison to anyone struggling with body pain, injury or any other sort of recovery. I am so thrilled that I'm finally experiencing relief from the constant pain that was impacting my daily living. Thank you Core Physical Therapy, and an even bigger thank you to Allison!

Fantastic experience: Both my husband (shoulder) and I (pelvic - postpartum) go here and have had a great experience. We are both back to HIIT classes and are working towards full return to sport (rugby and basketball). Anna & David are very knowledgeable and patient especially when we had to bring our newborn daughter to appts. I am a PT myself and I highly recommend this clinic!

Fantastic experience: I had a great experience doing PT with Dave. He helped me work through a torn labrum, and was always very attentive and prescriptive in his approach to the exercises. I always left each session feeling optimistic and excited about progress. He was good at tailoring the program to my injury and to the activities that I was trying to get back to. I had a really positive experience and would highly recommend him to anyone.

Fantastic experience: Great experience. Dave is positive, knowledgeable and created an individualized plan for my chronic back pain. Definitely recommend.

Fantastic experience: David is a wonderful PT who helped me deal with my neck pain and to come up with a plan to reduce risk of re injury. He is a great listener and individualizes treatment well!

Fantastic experience: David was awesome. He was extremely flexible and personalized a program for me to help get back to where I was before my injury. I would highly recommend this clinic for anyone as their individualized care was something I have never experienced before in other clinics.

Fantastic experience: Had a very positive experience rehabbing an injury. David was incredibly personable and great to work with. He provided the proper guidance for recovery and got me back to 100%!

Fantastic experience: David was great! I would recommend him as a physical therapist. He helped me with my back pain. I hope I never need PT again but if I do, I’ll be coming back to Core.

Fantastic experience: David is an amazing physical therapist. He’s knowledgeable, personable, and creates specific plans based on patient needs. I’ve had many PT’s throughout the years for chronic knee pain, and he is probably the most thorough out of all of them. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Anna at Core PT is literally the most incredible human to work with ever. She was an angel and made my pregnancy so much easier. She prepared me for delivery and truthfully I think her prep work with me was the reason my delivery was so easy. She also partnered with me postpartum to ensure I was healing correctly and could successfully return to my workouts post baby. I cannot say enough good things about my experience with her. She’s someone I would recommend to anyone, expecting or not.

Fantastic experience: Both my husband (shoulder) and I (pelvic - postpartum) go here and have had a great experience. We are both back to HIIT classes and are working towards full return to sport (rugby and basketball). Anna & David are very knowledgeable and patient especially when we had to bring our newborn daughter to appts. I am a PT myself and I highly recommend this clinic!

Fantastic experience: David is an amazing physical therapist. I have a long history of lower back pain and have been dealing with a lot of anxiety and depression from it. Ever since I started seeing David I felt like I have met an old friend because we have been on a similar journey and he could really understand the struggles I have. David did not only focuses on the exercises when he treated me, he also helped me understand how our brain decides how much pain we feel. He has such a positive energy that made me feel more confident doing things I was afraid to do. I highly recommend David to anyone struggling with chronic pain like me!

Fantastic experience: I have been working with Anna for over a year and she is AMAZING!!! Am currently in Ajijic walking the rocky cobblestone streets and could not be doing this without Anna's compassionate work.

Fantastic experience: Morgan is an amazing physical therapist and has gotten me back to playing pickleball very well. Good mix of dry needling, core exercises and therapy helped fix my lower back. Gabby is also extremely friendly and welcoming. Would recommend 100%.

Fantastic experience: Working with Anna since giving birth to my second daughter has been a game changer! She is so dedicated to getting to the root of the issues/pain and putting together an effective plan to see progress. I highly recommend Core PT.

Fantastic experience: I had a great experience at Core. They were flexible with booking, prompt in responding, and most importantly helped me with my back issues. Nick was a great resource who worked with me for a few months until my injury had healed, and even now is a great resource. I appreciate the work y’all do! Thank you

Fantastic experience: The staff at Core PT are amazing! Went here for 2 separate sports-related injuries, and both times they got me back to full athletic participation. Thank you Amy, Nick, and Gabby!

Fantastic experience: I had a great experience overall at Core Physical Therapy. The whole staff is very kind and helpful. Anna was compassionate, knowledgeable and really focused on my individual needs. After a year of pain I'm finally feeling back to normal thanks to her!

Fantastic experience: I worked with Nick on a tear in my meniscus with the goal of getting back into the gym, and my experience with him has been outstanding. I went from barely being able to walk a block or two without major pain to a month later, getting back into the gym and doing what I love. Nick was always attentive to my situation both in the clinic and out. He encouraged me to email him updates of how I was feeling that day/week and I think it was this attentiveness that aided in my recovering so quickly. Sadly, I'm moving out of the area so cannot come into Core PT anymore but even then, Nick again encouraged me to stay in touch as he would continue to provide guidance and even work with my new PT to continue my progress.

Fantastic experience: I came to Core PT in September of 2020 with horrible back and leg pain due to a slipped disc. This place saved me, Nick is such a wonderful person and PT and SO easy to work with. I was looking for something that would challenge me and not just some stretches and a paper to take home, and this was the right place. Nick took into account my powerlifting background and was able to make such a difference. He got me back under the bar, and helped me build a better foundation going forward. He also saw something was off in my hips and referred me to go see another doc and lo and behold he was right. I wouldn't have had the success I have in the last year without his help, I HIGHLY recommend checking this place out and getting in with Nick, you will not regret it! The Lincoln park facility is also brand new, super clean and really a wonderful set up. Nick is so knowledgeable and friendly, I cannot thank him enough or say enough wonderful things about him and the team here and how much they have helped me.

Fantastic experience: I worked with Nick Barin for about two months on a shoulder injury I had as a result of lifting weights. After being unsatisfied with other PTs in the past, Nick was a perfect fit. He not only helped me rehab my shoulder - but also taught me proper lifting forms and techniques to prevent the problem from returning. He spent a lot of time working with me one on one - I could tell he was dedicated to my recovery. He was very knowledgeable on the most current research and provided a lot of resources to help me continue my progress at home. I would recommend Nick or any of his colleagues to anyone looking for a PT.

Fantastic experience: I’ve had the best experience with my pelvic floor PT. Difficult for women to find a good doctor in their neighborhood for this type of healthcare. Great price & I didn’t need a doctor referral from my primary care

Fantastic experience: I was referred to Jason at Core in the Loop a few years ago after breaking my ankle and had a great experience. I went back to Core after having knee surgery in January and was referred to Nick Barin at the Lincoln location (closer to home). Nick was awesome. He obviously cares about his patients and, having had major knee surgery last year, knows what it's like to be on the receiving end of care. The work in the office was fun and the home work was achievable. Nick always makes sure that your questions are answered, even between sessions. He was very accommodating to my sometimes hectic schedule and always had answers to my questions soon after I sent them. I know I'm in better shape now than before my injury, and I look forward to going back after my next one!

Fantastic experience: I can't say enough good things about Nick. I have completed two rounds of therapy with Nick over the last few years (I'm accident prone). First time was for a broken ankle (fall from bouldering) that required surgery and most recently for a torn rotator cuff (not related to bouldering). I always looked forward to my appointments. Both times, he got me back into bouldering in better shape than before the injuries. Great bedside manner. Really cares about his patients and their progress. You can see his excitement when a patient turns a corner. His treatments are fun and effective. I incorporate so many of the exercises he gave me into my own workouts even after I have completed PT. He's also very responsive to emails and always answers my questions, no matter how silly they may seem. Core Physical Therapy as a clinic has been great as well. Easy to work with, helpful, and flexible. They took care of all my insurance matters for me. I didn't have to do anything except make the appointments and show up. I recommend him and Core Physical Therapy to everyone I know that need physical therapy. I also wanted to give a shout out to Gabby, one of the exercise specialists I worked with the most. She was always fun and good for some laughs. She even played Eye of the Tiger for me when I was feeling silly. :)

Fantastic experience: The kind, patient and endlessly skilled people at Core fixed some problems for me that will affect and improve my health and quality of life for the rest of my life! They also undid some past problems I was not aware of. After recovering from a broken foot I needed help with balance and stability. My therapists gave me the skills, tools and confidence to walk, step, climb and everything associated with those motions. Most importantly was the way they helped me increase my strength and stability. My confidence in the way I walk and move is now establlshed firmly. I've never had this level of care, kindness, and even fun from a physical therapy office or the professionals that work there. These people are truly gifted and I recommend them a thousand percent. They remove the fear and the pain as they teach you how to protect yourself by strengthening your joints and muscles. They also restore your faith in people who enjoy helping people. I miss their company and will value the experience for the rest of my life!

Fantastic experience: I’ve been using the services of Core Physical Therapy for the past four years. I started with Nick Barin for issues associated with my left knee and have not stopped using him for every new ailment since. He was successful in rehabbing/strengthening my knee, eliminating my plantar fasciitis, and most recently, helping me through the recovery of a hamstring strain. His diagnosis are thoughtful and he is clearly well-educated in his practice. NIck takes his time to explain your injury and how the exercises he prescribes will solve your injury. He well-prescribes his treatments to my unique needs. There is nothing “canned” about his prescriptions. We always progressed at a pace that worked best for me. He genuinely cares about your progress and encourages, as well as prompts, the right questions from you to ensure you are on your way to a full recovery. He also follows up via email in off-hours to see if you are doing well. I can’t say enough good things about Nick and the Core Physical Therapy team. I have used other Chicago area therapists in the past, but this group delivers!!! Core Physical Therapy is the best.

Fantastic experience: Nick Barin is an amazing Physical Therapist that i've seen for both shoulder and knee problems and i was able to get back to 100% with his assistance. He is great at diagnosing the root cause and creating an effective plan. My goal was to get back into the gym and perform high intensity workouts. His knowledge of lifting mechanics, crossfit, and building back stronger helped me get back into the gym, something i would not have been able to do without Nick's assistance.

Fantastic experience: I had issues with both knees/hips (cartilage, IT bands, hip instability) after years of running/sports but not giving enough attention to training / recovering properly...and sitting at a desk. I worked with Lauren for about 3 months to get successfully back to running. Lauren knew what she was doing and was very straightforward with what I was doing right and wrong in my workouts. Lauren was very friendly, taught me a lot to apply going forward, and treated the issues I was dealing with! She was also very flexible with my crazy work schedule.

Fantastic experience: Amy Fetch is one wonderful therapist! Core Physical Therapy is great in that they don’t use machines to do the therapy. They are completely hands on, along with great PT by Sydney. My sciatica problem was resolved in a matter of weeks, and I owe it all to Amy and Syd! I recommend them highly, and if any issues arise with me again, I will go back to Core in a heartbeat.

Fantastic experience: I came in with a very painful achilles tendonitis and had been limping badly for about 6 months. I play tennis, ping pong, pickleball, and golf fairly regularly and had dropped out of all but ping pong due to this painful condition. Within about 5 weeks or less, the physical therapist (Anna Hope) at Core Physical Therapy, had me back to at least walking completely normally with virtually no pain and well on my way, with the tools provided by Anna Hope, to head back to an active life of tennis, pickleball, and golf within a few more weeks of recommended strengthening and stretching exercises The physical therapist was very knowledgable and made the experience enjoyable along the way.

Fantastic experience: Amy Fetch is a wicked smart PT. She listens, she's fun, she gives a good diagnosis of problems, will answer your specific questions, and she takes care of herself physically which is a reflection that she practices what she preaches. My last PT not so much. The whole office is great at handling the 'business/paperwork' end of things as well.

Fantastic experience: I broke my ankle in January of 2018 and ended up at Core PT because it was the closest place to my house and I was stuck on crutches in the dead of winter. I'm so glad I decided on this place because Dr. Steve Goosetree helped me get back on my feet and back to work in no time. He was caring, personable, and knew his stuff, from top to bottom. He even had some good restaurant recommendations. Not only did Steve take care of my ankle, but he also took care of my back, which I had surgery on 1 year before breaking my ankle. I was experiencing a ton of back pain because of the broken ankle - I couldn't work out and I was limping in a boot or using crutches to get everywhere. Even though I wasn't there for my back pain, we talked things over and decided that ~50% of each session should be geared towards my back. If we only focused on my ankle, I would have a healthy ankle, but I would have a horrible quality of life due to the back pain. Steve taught me new exercises to help with my lower body and back strength, and I've stuck with them, even one year later. I definitely got a good sweat going each session. And the massages were also great. It's nice that he is solely focused on you for your entire session. I've been other places where the PT sees you for 20 minutes and then hands you off to an assistant for the rest of the session. Steve is the only guy running the show at Core on Diversey, and he does a great job watching every little movement and correcting you when needed. Much appreciated and keep up the good work Steve!

Fantastic experience: I have known Amy Fetch ever since I ruptured my achilles tendon 2 years ago. I am a former Division 1 tennis player and current tennis coach that plays tennis 3-5 times a week competitively. My #1 concern after my injury was that I would never play tennis the same level as I wanted to. I was very fortunate that Amy was my physical therapist during the time and I can honestly say with her help, guidance and support I feel 100% confident in my ability to continue playing tennis at the level I was playing before college. She does a perfect job of working with her patients knowing when to adapt when a patient is struggling with a specific activity, but also knowing when to push them. Amy deserves 5 stars for her professionalism, knowledge, but above all care for her patients. If I have any issues in the future I know I can count on her to get me back where I want to be. I give her my full endorsement and recommend her to anyone who needs help.

Fantastic experience: Lauren is an excellent physical therapist and I certainly saw a great amount of success while working with her. She pushes you to work hard towards your PT goals, and it definitely shows as I recovered very well after surgery. I highly recommend her for your PT needs.

Fantastic experience: I would highly recommend Steve as a physical therapist. Some people go to job because they need money, others happen to get paid for what they love doing. Steve's love for helping others is evidenced both by his care and concern during the treatment process, as well as his incredible medical knowledge and curiosity. His unique dry needle techniques are very effective on me (fibromyalgia, neck pain, back pain, shinsplints). He's also a great guy , and his approach to treatment is very patient-centered.

Fantastic experience: I saw both Steve and Lauren for physical therapy for a back injury and they were both very helpful! Steve helped me to get though my acute injury and Lauren continued my treatment after Steve left with stretches and exercises to help me to get back to running. They generally spent the whole hour with me which is very important with PT treatment and I will definitely return if I have other PT needs in the future.

Fantastic experience: Steve is an expert PT who got to the root of my problem and helped get me back to regular activities quickly. He combines manual therapy and smart exercises to achieve great results. The set up of the clinic makes for a personalized experience and with plenty of one on one time with a DPT rather than an aide. I highly recommend Core PT.

Fantastic experience: Steve was great. Worked with me for five or six sessions and fixed my pinched nerve. Highly recommend Core PT

Fantastic experience: Steve Goostree is an excellent physical therapist. He helped me through two serious tendon injuries and got me through three marathons last year. Thanks Steve!