Core Physical Therapy - The Loop

Fantastic experience: I'm so glad my husband and I found Core Physical Therapy. A few years ago, my husband had a great experience at the West Loop location and now I've had amazing PT from Jason at the Loop location. It's so discouraging having an injury that totally sidelines all your workouts, your progress, and, just sanity. Having Jason very carefully analyze what the real cause of my knee stiffness, weakness, and ache was huge. And, now, in five sessions he's really turned around my knee and I'm well on my way to recovery. I highly recommend Jason, Anthony, and Core PT!

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Core Physical Therapy and Jason Kart. He has helped me with neck and back pain when no one else could. Starting with the initial evaluation, Jason was very detailed in finding the root cause of my injury, which allowed him to individualize my treatment program. Every subsequent session, he was with me every step of the way until I was back on my feet and able to play with my 7 year old son pain free. I give him my full endorsement as the best physical therapist in Chicago.

Fantastic experience: Jason and Summer were so helpful! Jason takes the time to explain what’s going on to his patients so it’s easy to understand and makes you feel at ease. Summer makes doing the exercises an enjoyable experience. I will definitely return to Core Physical Therapy and recommend them to anyone who needs it!

Fantastic experience: I wish would have found him sooner, 3 years post car accident & he discovered stuff about me that no doctor has.. lol. Very personable & committed to understanding the root cause of your pain.

Fantastic experience: Jason knows his stuff! Went to see Jason after failure of prior approaches to resolve chronic pain in both my neck/shoulder and hip/lower back area (fascia release, massage, stretches, etc). With careful evaluation, Jason came up with a plan that focused on the root causes of my issues. Over course of several months (given the long-term deterioration I incurred), found that his manipulations plus strength training put me on a path of what for me seems like a remarkable transformation in my range of motion and level of discomfort. He's helped to resolve many, many years of issues and I am eternally grateful for his care and interest in seeing me return to normal function. I have been recommending him to my wife/friends/colleagues who complain about various joint/neck/back pains

Fantastic experience: Jason did a great job of explaining what is probably going on after my foot surgery and helped to get me to a point I can walk more normally. I still have a ways to go with day-to-day conditioning but know Jason had a great deal to do with getting me as far as I am today!

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend going to see Jason at Core Physical Therapy! A little more than a month out from running my first marathon, I was having ankle pain and a friend recommended I go to Core Physical Therapy. Jason was able to diagnose the problem and had me back on track to run the marathon within 2 weeks!

Fantastic experience: Jason is a wizard, pure and simple! He'll always explain in detail what's ailing you, and chances are, a lot of it will fly over your head. But it just goes to show the massive amount of knowledge about the human body this guy has crammed in his brain. The staff is top-notch, and I'll definitely be back again next time I've got a trigger point acting up!

Fantastic experience: Wish I could give more than 5 stars!!! Jason is an incredible physical therapist and all around great guy. He helped me and my ankle feel amazing in way less time than I expected! Can not recommend him and Core enough!!!

Fantastic experience: Jason was awesome! He was incredibly knowledgeable and provided lots of information about my diagnosis in a succinct and understandable manner. He was also focused on getting me healthy rather than simply trying to have me book up multiple sessions!

Fantastic experience: Went to Core after injuring my shoulder and subsequently my foot. PT staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. They prescribe custom workout exercises to meet your needs and get you back to your normal self.

Fantastic experience: I had been having neck pain for about 3 years, went to my evaluation and 4 PT session and I feel brand new. Jason is amazing!! I would recommend anyone to him, no questions asked.

Fantastic experience: Core PT is awesome! I chose Core in the Loop because it was close to my job. I’m so happy I found them. David is great! He’s enthusiastic about his patient’s progress. I can tell he really cared about my rehabilitation and knows what he’s doing. Thanks so much!!

Fantastic experience: Jason is amazing. Went in with terrible shoulder problems and there was a huge improvement after just my first appointment. Every meeting after that just got better and better. Jason is laid back and explains things in plain speak so even I could understand it. He talks you through every step so you aren't just being told what to do but also why you're doing it. The downtown location was super convenient for me and they were also really flexible with my jacked-up schedule. I highly recommend Core if you're having any issues. Do yourself a favor and make an appointment and get yourself on the right track.

Fantastic experience: I had such a positive experience at Core! After dealing with lingering pain from a sprained ankle for over 3 months, David was able to immediately identify and clearly explain the causes of my pain. Just 3 weeks of working with him has made such a big difference! His positive energy made every session a fun experience. I chose Core because of the of the positive online reviews, and I am very happy with my decision.

Fantastic experience: Midway through training for a marathon, I started to have some plantar fasciitis pain in my foot. I came to CPT worried I was going to have to take time off from running. Jason conducted a quick assessment, realized the problem and treated it day of. I was back to running the next day and successfully completed the marathon months later. I highly recommend going here as they treat the root cause of pain and not just the symptoms.

Fantastic experience: I’ve been going to Core PT for 4 months now and I can say that Jason is the best PT I’ve seen over the past 3 years. I have been dealing with chronic lower back pain for 10 years and no one has told me what’s causing my back pain in the first place until I saw Jason. In our first evaluation he was able to point out the issues with my hip which turned out to be the reason for my lower back pain. He is definitely very passionate about what he’s doing and he has a lot of experience. He also does dry needling which has been helpful when I have a tight muscle. I’m glad I chose to see him and I recommend Jason to anyone with chronic pain like me.

Fantastic experience: I have had several injuries from playing sports over the years and every time Core PT has been able to fix things. I have seen several therapists at different offices and all of them are excellent at diagnosing the problem and coming up with a plan that works. Most recently I recovered from a painful injury in less than 2 weeks and was back playing sports thanks to David's recovery plan. They are professional and most importantly don't waste your time. Their Loop location is very convenient to do PT sessions during the work day and it's super easy to book and reschedule appointments. Thanks Core!

Fantastic experience: Anna is amazing! I went in for horrible tailbone pain and could barely sit or bend and within one visit I was feeling 95% better. I know this is a rarity for typical PT progression, but I was so grateful. She took time to educate me on the anatomy and chose exercises that were incredibly helpful. The follow up visits challenged me and helped maintain the gains I made each visit. Also, the 60 minute 1-on-1 sessions were an added bonus!

Fantastic experience: Amazing experience working with Jason. After 10+ years of lower back pain and exhausting all treatment options I am hopeful I’ll remain pain free. Jason took the time to understand my issues, what I’ve tried, and what doctors/specialists I’ve seen. He shared a wealth of knowledge and experience with me to formulate a rehabilitation plan so I understood what was happening to my body and how to prevent flare ups in the future. Exceeded my expectations and highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: I finally have an awesome PT experience and a place I’d recommend to all my friends! I found this place from all the great reviews. I went to Core for a pinched nerve that caused horrible neck and shoulder pain along with numbness in two of my fingers and part of my forearm. I had PT two other times over the years, once for my neck and once for my shoulder, and neither times felt fully resolved, the experience was chaotic, I had no idea what to expect, and didn’t feel like PT helped much. The very first consultation with David was very different! For the first time, he explained to me the whole process, exactly what to expect, and even explained with props and diagrams what was going on in a way I could understand. He addressed ALL my concerns - and this was the first time I experienced numbness so I was especially nervous about ever regaining feeling back. He had a great exercise plan that he would email to me directly. He was attentive, making sure I was doing exercises right and always checking in that I was feeling ok. Communication, attentiveness, reassurance, explaining and checking in - all of it was top notch. Even explaining how stress plays a factor. Some sessions felt like actual workouts, like TRX rows, which was awesome! And for the first time, I felt fully recovered. All feeling back in my fingers and arm, no more pain in my neck and shoulder. Really incredible experience.

Fantastic experience: I am very thankful to David and the staff at Core Physical Therapy’s Loop location. David helped me get better from the pain I was experiencing in my right leg. He’s very knowledgeable, kind, listens well, and was very thorough in his treatment for my condition. He gives good explanations on how and why the different exercises he prescribed would help me to heal. Thanks to David, my pain has been alleviated.

Fantastic experience: David is easily the best PT (or any therapeutic staff of any kind) I've ever worked with. Great guy who knows exactly what he's doing and always makes sure to push you just enough, but never too much. I walked in with a shoulder injury that had made me afraid of really moving my arm and am walking out excited to go back to the gym. 10/10.

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend! I went to Jason at Core physical therapy with chronic mid and upper back pain after trying several other physical therapy places and SRAL pain management program with little to no success. I spent a few minutes explaining my issues to Jason and he was able to give me a proper diagnosis. He also did a great job explaining my issue and how to address it. I feel much better now and looking forward continue working with him until my pain goes away. Jason really cares about his patients. He is spending time with me each visit to realize my progress.To better help me, he also constantly educate himself about my issue by reading articles and papers. I have not had any physical therapist before who spent so much time and attention on my issue. He and his team are awesome.

Fantastic experience: First and foremost, I want to thank Jason and his team. I was experiencing severe shoulder, knee, and upper and lower back pain. It got to the point where I could no longer operate my vehicle without fidgeting awkwardly in traffic. It began to affect how I operated my manual transmission vehicle. I was stalling the vehicle a lot, due to the pain in my back, and knee. Jason did a fantastic job diagnosing the problem, and ended up finding other issues that I did know were contributing factors. I wasn't experiencing any pain, so I did not think there was a problem- turns out there was little mobility in my right hip and ankle. The pain has drastically gone away, my posture has significantly improved. Once again, thank you Jason.

Fantastic experience: It's not an exaggeration to say that Jason is changing my life! I've been struggling with a shoulder problem for over a year without success with months and months of PT until I met Jason. His knowledge and skills far exceed other physical therapists. Jason took time to listen to me and understand the root cause of my issue. The staff is super friendly, responsive, ready to help you. I leave the sessions feeling better every time! I can't wait for my full recovery! I highly recommend Core Physical Therapy!

Fantastic experience: I have been seeing Jason, the owner of Core PT for about 6 months now. He works on my neck, my ankles, and my hips. He is the best physical therapist I have ever been to. My neck issue is chronic so we will not be able to fix it but he has helped my neck pain immensely. My SI joint pops out and he puts it back into place every time. I cannot stress enough how much I appreciate his good work. I am a registered nurse and I always recommend him to people with musculoskeletal issues that are not receiving relief from other physical therapists.

Fantastic experience: My PT friend recommended Jason (PT also needs PT) for my frozen shoulder and neck problem. I've been working with many PTs and chiropractors on different issues. Jason is not better than others but he is The Best. His approach is clear that his goal is not about having a quick temporal result but tackling the fundamental problems (and also the immediate progress) based on his complete understanding of anatomy and function of our body and PT techniques. Also, I've never seen a PT who spent extra time to write an amazingly thorough progress note to my orthopedic. Jason is dedicated to his patients and takes true pride in what he is doing. I cannot recommend Core PT highly enough.

Fantastic experience: I had a great experience at Core Physical Therapy the Loop Location. Went to them in May with knee and shoulder pain and David created a customized program of various exercises to fix it. He took time to really understand my issue and made sure I got better. By July I was feeling a lot better. I also had some back and elbow pain that he addressed afterwards.

Fantastic experience: Saw Dr. Jason Hart, he made a huge difference. After a month of knee pain, I went in to see him and he immediately was able to diagnose my issue and why it had arisen. He gave me 15 minutes of exercises to do daily. This was two weeks ago, and the pain has 95% gone away. Cannot recommend him enough, it was quick, effective, and made a huge difference.

Fantastic experience: Jason and his team are a miracle workers. Core Physical Therapy’s goals are perfectly aligned with yours: Get you better and out of their office. I will say that I started off skeptical — I have never gone to a PT before until a recent strain left me with numbness down my right arm — but today, I am walking out of his office with no more discomfort and with more strength. It is very clear that Jason is very proud and dedicated to his craft. From the first free evaluation, he was able to identify how a recent strain added stress to injuries never recovered and how they have limited my mobility for years now. After the evaluation, he spends a lot of time empowering and educating you about your body’s physiology. Jason cares about the etiology of what brought you into his office, so he can get you back out and playing. I’m very grateful that I found Core before taking the advice of my primary care physician to go to urgent care to get things checked out (and presumably then get tossed into medical purgatory). Going to see Jason has not only healed faster than the alternative, but also has probably been far more affordable and pleasant. Thank you Jason and the team at Core Physical Therapy!

Fantastic experience: Before coming to Core Physical Therapy, I did not know much about physical therapy and had my doubts. I've been helped by Jason and his team on two separate stints in different parts of my life, and I will say that the quality of my life has improved dramatically. Jason and his team will carefully listen and come up with a great PT plan. I felt much better each time after just a few sessions. He will explain what is likely to be wrong and address the problems systematically and scientifically. Highly, highly recommend Jason and his team for anyone looking for physical therapy :)

Fantastic experience: Jason is awesome. The facility is conveniently located in the loop. Came in w/ a shoulder injury after getting a cortisone shot w/ little hope of ever being fixed. Jason put me on a program that worked wonders for my shoulder and got me back to effectively 100%. He is extremely knowledgeable about all things related to physical therapy. Also very easy to have a conversation with, made each appt. a comfortable environment. Would strongly recommend him to anyone who is ever in need of these types of services.

Fantastic experience: Just finished my last PT session and I’m walking out with zero pain along with increase strength for my ankle. I am back to dancing and cycling, doing all things I love thanks to my amazing therapist David. It was my first physical therapy experience and he went above and beyond. Always made sure to provide all the education and motivation throughout my recovery which brought back my confidence in doing activities I was afraid to do after my sprain. He is profession, honest, personable, and empathetic with his clients. Will highly recommend to family and friends.

Fantastic experience: Jason fixed my neck! He is super knowledgeable and ready to try a variety of methods to help heal your injury. I had gone to other physical therapists in the past and they were not as thorough and I didn't see the same results. Shoutout to the physical therapy assistants as well, they're awesome! Everyone is super friendly, I enjoyed coming to the appointments and left feeling better every time. If I need PT again I will go back to Jason! Highly recommend Core Physical Therapy.

Fantastic experience: I had the absolute best experience at Core Physical Therapy. I was experiencing constant, intense pain in my upper back and neck, and David created a strength training program that has truly transformed my body and my attitude towards my health and well being. David treats the whole person and understands that pain is not caused by just one thing. He is patient, professional, and compassionate. And he knows A LOT about movies so make sure you get some film recommendations from him. If I could give ten stars to David and Core PT, I would.

Fantastic experience: First session: Jason mobilized my shoulder and I played the best tennis of my life that evening. Jason takes a very practical and realistic approach to PT and I appreciate it, as I’m sure many of his other clients do. Incredible office Staff (Jen and Jamal are rock stars), enjoyable experience.

Fantastic experience: Jason and his entire staff at Core Physical Therapy were exceptional! It was immediately apparent that Jason was very knowledgeable and skilled in his profession, and that his education and training far exceeded that of most physical therapists. Not only did he provide care leading to my full and complete recovery, he explained the mechanism of my pain. Understanding the mechanism of my pain helped me to understand why the exercises and activity modifications within Jason's care plan for me were important and, in turn, made my compliance therewith all the better. If I ever find myself in need of physical therapy again in the future, the only place I will be going is Core Physical Therapy! Many thanks to Jason and his staff at Core Physical Therapy!

Fantastic experience: I first came to Jason with shoulder pain not knowing what was wrong. After he properly diagnosed me with a torn labrum (because doctors failed to do so), he helped me return to full strength in about 2 months. I am very grateful to have found such a knowledgeable physical therapist to help me get back into lifting painlessly. I had been to multiple PT Clinics before coming here and never met people as genuine and smart as the people at Core. If you are having trouble finding a good physical therapist in the city, look no further than Core Physical Therapy as they will not disappoint.

Fantastic experience: I rehabilitated a dislocated elbow with David. The administered therapy seemed (to my non-expert opinion) appropriate, scaling difficulty with the progressing healing of my injury. Week to week, the exercise program adapted to how my individual case developed. In addition, David was professional, courteous, and easy to get along with. Overall, I would recommend David and the Core PT team to anyone looking to rehabilitate an injury and return to activity in a quick, safe manner.

Fantastic experience: I had a great experience at Core Physical Therapy. I had surgery before I moved to the city and was in need of a convenient and reliable place. Core physical therapy did not disappoint. All of the staff are very very friendly almost family like. They really seem to take interest in their patients life and their well-being. Rather than just being another patient, they really took the time to get to know you and make sure they were helping their patients to reach your goals. You can really tell that all of the stuff takes pride in what they do and you can tell that they truly have their patient’s best interest in mind during each appointment. I would 100% recommend.

Fantastic experience: Jason is great at what he does. I had visited other physical therapists and felt I was only getting immediate relief and not treating the root of the issue. Jason takes a lot of pride in what he does and is extremely knowledgeable. Would highly recommend going if you have experienced pain throughout the pandemic

Fantastic experience: I was a patient at Core Physical Therapy for a couple of months in the fall of 2019 for a shoulder situation. Jason Kart (Core's founder) was my physical therapist and then assistants worked with me regarding various exercises. I was very satisfied with my experience and recommend Core Physical Therapy to other prospective patients. Jason takes the time to really understand your situation (mine was a bit tricky) and doesn't jump to conclusions quickly. He also is receptive to feedback and is more than willing to adapt treatment to suit the patient's needs. I made great improvement during my treatment, and am now transitioning to a home regimen. At no time did I feel that Jason was going to prolong my office treatment any longer than necessary, and it was easy to communicate with him to assess various options. So long as you are willing to communicate your needs and any concerns or requests, you will have a good experience at Core Physical Therapy. Jason is committed to patient/customer satisfaction.

Fantastic experience: After a traumatic fall and emergency surgery, I needed several months of work to regain the ability to walk, run, jump, and all the motions you can take for granted until you’re injured. I’m so glad I chose Core Physical Therapy for those purposes, especially working with my PT Caitlin Kramer. I always felt heard and respected working with the therapists and assistants at Core, which I feel has led me to having such a successful recovery. I also appreciate their online scheduling system being so easy to use and always communicating and resolving issues with insurance quickly and easily.

Fantastic experience: Very easy to schedule appointments, update appointments and pay online. Jeff was my therapist for shoulder pain and was very helpful throughout working with him. He provided lots of exercises for at-home and sought feedback after each session in the office - what felt good, what didn't feel good, what I would like to work on to get back to any activities I had otherwise been missing out on. While I was seeing him for my shoulders, I also had a sciatic nerve flare-up and he provided helpful exercises for that too. The rest of the team at Core PT was also great and I would definitely see them again if I have any other issues.

Fantastic experience: I had a great experience working with the Core PT team! I went in for a shoulder injury and had some lingering pain from an ankle sprain. Jason worked with me to treat both injuries. He was extremely attentive and provided 1-1 attention that was specific and targeted for my issues. Even though I worked mostly with Jason, I also got to know the other trainers and they were all extremely friendly and welcoming. I actually looked forward to going to PT! Outside of patient care, the scheduling and billing processes were painless, with online booking and payment. I'd highly recommend Core PT to anyone!

Fantastic experience: I had a massive rotator cuff tear in my shoulder which required fairly major surgery. When it came time for PT, Core Therapy was recommended to me by one of my colleagues who received services from Core on his knee. Having done PT before, I was not expecting much but I have to say I was very pleasantly surprised on so many levels. First and foremost, my primary therapist, Jason Kart, has an impressive educational and clinical background that I soon found out makes a big difference. He not only coaxed my very damaged shoulder back to a functional, pain-free shoulder again, he educated me along the way so I could continue on with my home exercise program when my insurance no longer supported formal PT sessions. He was patient, caring and innovative in his approach. The supporting therapists working for Core Therapy were also extremely equipped to show me the exercises for the session as well as exercises for my home program. In addition to clinical services I received, I found their business model to be extremely user friendly, convenient and useful. Most of us are busy folks so it's so helpful to have the option of setting up appointments on line, getting your exercises on line (with video) and having the ability to email my therapy with questions. Finally, the scheduling and administrative support staff person there is top notch. She is very capable in her approach to insurance approvals, communicates promptly when needed and is truly pleasant to interact with. I give Core Therapy the best rating possible and would recommend using them to anyone serious about getting back to their life without pain and discomfort.

Fantastic experience: I was dealing with back pain for most of my 20's. As I got into my 30's, I started to resign myself to the fact that I just had a bad back, and that was going to be something I'd have to deal with for the rest of my life. My chiropractor recommended Core PT to make sure I was exploring all options for possible treatment. I met with Jason on my first visit. After some Q&A and about 5 minutes of physical evaluation, Jason said, "You don't have a bad back. I understand what this is, and we're going to fix it." He then took the time to explain the mechanical problem that was driving my back pain, and we started working on it that day. I saw Jason a 1-2 times per week for a couple months, and made great progress. After taking a break for a few months, I aggravated my back playing golf and went back to Core PT. This time I ended up with Jeff, and over the course of a few weeks, had the same great experience. I'm writing this review now, about a year removed from my last treatment with Jeff. I've continued to work hard on my own, and am now doing much, much better. I can say with absolute confidence, that I would've never figured out how to deal with my back problems myself, without everything I learned from Jason and Jeff about the source of my problems, how to address, etc. I think this speaks volumes about Jason and Jeff's approach to treatment. They worked with me to figure out the problem, helped me understand how to fix it, pushed me really hard during treatment to get me back on the right track, and left me with the tools to continue making progress on my own. They were all about getting me better; not making me into a perpetual patient so I'd just keep coming back for treatment. Would highly recommend to anyone.

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend Core Physical Therapy! I had a bad ankle sprain and Nick was the best! Nick and his team are so personable and fun to be around. I actually looked forward to going to PT! I could always get an appointment time that worked for my schedule easily. The office is easy to get to and close to all major lines of transpiration. Any questions I had about my insurance were answered within minutes. They still follow-up with me to see how I am doing and if I need anything.

Fantastic experience: Core Physical Therapy has been fantastic in directing my recovery from my arm injuries. After reading Yelp reviews, finding it was close to work and easy to schedule appointments, I met with Nick for my intake appointment. What sets Core PT apart from others is the individualized treatment and the variety of approaches they use to treat both the symptoms AND the underlying causes of the pain and discomfort. I worked with Nick and Jason as my physical therapists. Each has their specialties that compliment each other and my personalized recovery. I’ve been to a few different physical therapists clinics before– Core is at the top of the pack. I am thankful to have found their services.