Elite Performance Chiropractic is a chiropractic and rehabilitation clinic at 750 N Orleans St in Chicago's River North neighborhood, with a second office in Elmhurst. The practice combines hands on treatment with targeted rehab to fix the root cause of pain rather than temporarily relieve it, working with patients on neck pain, low back pain, sciatica, shoulder pain, headaches, and sports or workout injuries. Care includes chiropractic adjustments guided by motion palpation, functional physical therapy, clinical massage therapy, Active Release Technique, the McKenzie Method, cupping therapy, dry needling, Normatec recovery, and nutritional supplementation. No prescription is needed for physical therapy at the clinic, and all of the doctors have passed the NBCE Physiotherapy board examination. Founder Dr. Patrick Malartsik leads a team of chiropractors, clinical massage therapists, and office staff who build individualized treatment plans around each patient's condition, movement, and goals. The offices are in network with all Blue Cross Blue Shield and Anthem PPO plans and provide super bills for patients covered by other insurers. The Chicago clinic serves River North, Streeterville, Gold Coast, Old Town, West Loop, Lincoln Park, the Loop, and the Near North Side.
River North Chicago clinicChiropractic and physical therapyIn network with BCBS and Anthem PPONo prescription needed for physical therapyCertified Active Release Technique providerMcKenzie Method trained doctorsDry needling and cupping therapyClinical massage therapy on siteNormatec recovery available60 minute first visit
Services
Chiropractic care
The doctors use motion palpation to assess the joints in the spine and extremities and find where motion needs to be gained. Treatment plans may involve one or more manual adjustments that use a controlled, sudden force to improve range and quality of motion.
Functional physical therapy
Movement based rehab that includes electric muscle stimulation, moist heat, cold packs, PNF, PIR and ART stretching, proprioceptive training, balance training, and core, pelvic and scapular stabilization. No prescription is needed for physical therapy at the clinic.
Massage therapy
Clinical massage therapy covering deep tissue massage, pregnancy massage, sports massage, and active stretching techniques.
from 60 minute deep tissue $120
Active release technique
Active Release Technique soft tissue treatment for full body care, provided by a certified ART provider.
McKenzie method
McKenzie Method assessment and treatment, delivered by doctors with McKenzie Method course training.
Why choose us?
Treatment aimed at the root cause
The clinic combines hands on treatment with targeted rehab to fix the root cause of your pain instead of temporarily relieving it, so the problem is less likely to keep coming back.
Chiropractic and rehab together
Adjustments are only one part of care. Soft tissue therapy, muscle work, mobility techniques, and rehabilitation exercises are part of the same plan, and no prescription is needed for physical therapy at the clinic.
Advanced training across the team
Dr. Patrick Malartsik is a certified Active Release Technique provider with McKenzie Method and Webster Technique credentials, Dr. Artie Monaco has Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization and McKenzie training, and all of the doctors have passed the NBCE Physiotherapy board examination.
In network with BCBS and Anthem PPO
The practice is in network with all Blue Cross Blue Shield and Anthem PPO plans. It has chosen not to participate in other insurance networks, but will provide super bills so patients can seek reimbursement from their own providers.
Built for people who stay active
You do not have to be an athlete to be seen here, but you will be treated the same as one. The team works with busy professionals, active adults, and athletes recovering from sports and workout injuries.
Convenient River North office
The Chicago clinic sits in the heart of River North with street parking options and easy access from the L stations and buses.
What services does Elite Performance Chiropractic offer?
The clinic offers chiropractic care, functional physical therapy, clinical massage therapy, Active Release Technique, the McKenzie Method, cupping therapy, dry needling, Normatec recovery, and nutritional supplements.
Do you accept insurance?
The practice is in network with all Blue Cross Blue Shield and Anthem PPO plans. It has chosen not to participate in other insurance networks, but it will provide super bills so patients can seek reimbursement from their own insurance providers.
What happens at my first visit?
Your first visit typically lasts 60 minutes and includes an evaluation, hands on treatment, and a clear explanation of what is going on plus the plan moving forward.
Do I need a prescription for physical therapy?
No. You do not need a prescription for physical therapy at the clinic. All of the doctors have passed the NBCE Physiotherapy board examination and have hundreds of hours in advanced physical therapy continuing education.
What kinds of pain and injuries do you treat?
The team treats neck pain, low back pain, sciatica, shoulder pain, headaches, and sports or workout injuries. They also regularly treat injuries from accidents, including car accidents, such as back pain, neck pain, spinal strains, soft tissue injuries, and whiplash.
How much does a visit cost?
For chiropractic and physical therapy, a new patient visit is $225 and an existing patient visit is $105. A 30 minute dry needling and cupping visit is $50 on a self pay only basis, and a 60 minute deep tissue massage is $120.
How many physical therapy visits will I need?
The clinic finds it can typically get patients 100 percent symptom free between 6 and 8 visits. Some patients take fewer visits and some take more, and your plan is set after an assessment of your needs.
Where is the Chicago office and what are the hours?
The Chicago office is at 750 N Orleans St #303, Chicago, IL 60654, in the River North neighborhood. Hours are Monday 9:30 am to 6:00 pm, Tuesday 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, Wednesday 7:00 am to 2:00 pm, Thursday 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, Friday 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, and closed Saturday and Sunday.