Core Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation in Johnson County

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.

Before coming to Core Physical Therapy, I did not know much about physical therapy and had my doubts. Ive 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 :)

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.

David Vlaich was a true lifesaver. I went to CPT post herniated disc injection and he helped me with restoring my flexibility, mobiity and confidence to start working out again. I was a PT skeptic before I went, but I know that the sessions were instrumental in getting me back to feeling healthy. Whole-heartedly recommend.

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 Davids recovery plan. They are professional and most importantly dont waste your time. Their Loop location is very convenient to do PT sessions during the work day and its super easy to book and reschedule appointments. Thanks Core!

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.

David was fantastic and knowledgeable. After 6 weeks of ineffective Youtube stretches, I started at Core and quickly gained back use of my shoulder each week. If I ever unintentionally cripple myself again I will be back.

Super pleased with my experience with Core Physical Therapy at 79 W Monroe in the loop. Dr. David Vlaich listens and gets results. I cannot recommend this PT office enough!

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.

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.

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!

Had intense neck pain so I came in to see what the issue was. The therapist was super friendly and professional. He was able to diagnose the problem immediately and had me perform certain exercises to improve the pain. Within a week the pain went down significantly. I went back for a couple more weeks to work on my neck. In the end my pain improved significantly and I learn ways to make sure this does not happen again in the future.

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.

Many physical therapists treat the symptoms and give you exercises to strengthen the muscles, without addressing the root causes which are often related to the joints. Core is a different story, if you want a long term solution to your pain, come here, they’re the best.

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!

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.

Came here for a couple of months during 2020-2021. Jason (the ownerwas my therapist and he was very helpful and professional.

Jason is very knowledgeable and one of the best therapists I have gone to for treatment. His explanation of your condition and therapy treatment is clear and easy to understand. I would highly recommend Core PT.

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.

David is easily the best PT (or any therapeutic staff of any kindIve ever worked with. Great guy who knows exactly what hes 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.

Its not an exaggeration to say that Jason is changing my life! Ive 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 cant wait for my full recovery! I highly recommend Core Physical Therapy!

I rehabilitated a dislocated elbow with David. The administered therapy seemed (to my non-expert opinionappropriate, 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.

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 didnt see the same results. Shoutout to the physical therapy assistants as well, theyre 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.

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 Jasons 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!

I have nothing but positive to things to say about Core Physical therapy and my therapist, David. I hurt my elbow and put off doing anything about it for months. I’ve been seeing David for about a month now and I’ve made a lot improvement. The practice is all about educating the patient on what’s happening and why. The therapist is not juggling several patients at once. You are the priority. It’s a comfortable environment with kind and experienced professionals.

The attention and explanations of care I received were excellent, unlike other places. No cookie-cutter therapies here. My progress was always asked for and therapy was routinely changed to move me forward. They work with you on scheduling. I felt they motivated me to keep progressing. Highly recommended!

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

It was my first visit a few weeks ago and I was blown away by the ease of scheduling. My evaluation was informative and helpful. From the moment I went on the website, stepped into the office, and then walked out, I felt like the patient experience was 100% considered and perfected. Im excited to continue my treatment and know that Im in great hands! I am on my 3rd visit and feel empowered by all the knowledge I’ve been gaining from my visit. I highly recommend booking an appointment. Thanks Jason and team!

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.

Core PT is not your typical physical therapy clinic, in the best way. Jason will not just treat your symptoms, but hell work with you to get at the underlying cause, explaining as he goes. Ive seen Jason for numerous aches and pains over many years and hes always helped me get back on my feet... Literally!

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.

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.

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.

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.

I highly recommend Core Physical Therapy! I had the best experience working with Dr. David Vlaich!! He is extremely knowledgeable, patient and compassionate. I am recovering from a knee surgery and he took a lot of time to understand what areas I needed help with and made a very specialized plan for me to improve my strength. He is a great listener and really seeks to understand his patient’s needs.Unlike other physical therapy places I’ve been to, I felt like I was getting consistent and dedicated one on one treatment each time I went. Dr. Vlaich took his time with my appointment and I never felt rushed. He was always prepared with an in depth exercise plan when I arrived and always provides clear instruction for what I am to do at home. I cannot say enough great things about the experience and highly recommend this to anyone seeking a physical therapist in Chicago.

Jason Kart, my therapist (and the owneris an extraordinary person, and one I’m so glad I have encountered. He has delved into knowledge of his field like few others. You’re in good hands. He listens and observes. His plan of action might be different from what you expect, but it makes sense. He will explain it to you. Your own feedback will guide the plan as well. If you have two areas of concern, he just might work on both at the same time. (This often cannot be done in a corporate setting.Here, you will have a caring, sensitive human being to guide you on your path to recovery. His encouragement will motivate you. His explanations will help you understand how and maybe why. You won’t be in the dark.You’ll also know why you should do your exercises. This will motivate you.When he treats you directly, you will have his undivided attention. He is gentle (if he can be). He finesses— he doesn’t force. You’ll hear about other cases similar to your own. You’ll be able to talk, ask questions, have a conversation, or be silent. A pleasant environment where you belong. Then you’ll work with an exercise specialist, as Jason monitors and assesses the level and appropriateness, and tweaks.At the front desk, Jen is welcoming. She can handle the insurance matters; she’s experienced!Here everyone is a real person. How refreshing. A low-key environment dedicated to YOU. Really.This is my second stint here. It’s been an uplifting environment for successful rehab. Whenever I need PT again, this will be my go-to place. I highly recommend Core PT!!

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.

Hope you can see this Dr. Kart! Its been a little over two years since my last visit. Today, Im pain free and have no symptoms.If youre wondering whether to visit, just go. I was dealing with persistent and lower back pain that started out of nowhere. There wasnt a day that went by when I didnt wonder if it will ever go away, but going to Core PT was the beginning of the end of a frustrating journey to recovery.Im impressed Dr. Karts expertise and his passion for the field. He helped me understand what was causing the pain and what rehabilitation would entail, addressing my concerns and questions. Visits are not rushed, a refreshing experience after past PT appointments elsewhere that were impersonal and hasty. I know Dr. Kart prioritizes his patients.I also enjoyed the conversations we had about life during the exercises and Theragun sessions. At least temporarily, they took my mind off the pain. Thanks to Core PT, I can rock climb again. Im stronger than ever and can do some pretty crazy stuff now.

TLDR: Jason is an awesome PT (and I’ve seen my fair sharewith a great business - make an appointment here and don’t look back.Long story short, I’ve had pain in my elbow, shoulder, knee, and hip for months/years likely caused by too much intense exercise too soon. I’ve seen a variety of orthopedic surgeons, all of whom couldn’t find much wrong with me and prescribed PT. As such, I’ve racked up 30+ sessions with two other PTs before I moved to Chicago and started seeing Jason.It was immediately clear from my first visit that Jason is in a different class of PTs than the rest. In other clinics, I felt like my sessions were rushed and that my treatment/exercises were part of a cookie cutter regimen that was chosen without careful analysis. This was definitely not the case here. Jason brought a refreshing backdrop of critical thinking and extensive experience to our sessions and my treatment. He definitely knows his stuff and doesn’t autonomously assign exercises. He attempts to get to the root of the matter, rather than just treating the symptoms or mindlessly doing “strengthening” work.I’ve seen Jason about 50 times so far (yeah, I’m a little excessiveand I definitely feel better. I am continually impressed by his resolve to get to the root of the matter, even when others gave up. I am also impressed by the agility of his treatment - he is able to rapidly adapt to new developments and assign treatment accordingly.I can’t wait to finish healing and return to powerlifting - I have zero doubt that Jason will get me there.- James

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.

I was a patient at Core Physical Therapy for a couple of months in the fall of 2019 for a shoulder situation. Jason Kart (Cores founderwas 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 trickyand doesnt jump to conclusions quickly. He also is receptive to feedback and is more than willing to adapt treatment to suit the patients 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.

I highly recommend Core PT Chicago! I worked with Nick for a few months earlier this year on some mobility issues and low back pain and Ive been feeling so much better ever since. He was expert at diagnosing why I was having low back issues and gave me a ton of great exercises to work on at home to strengthen weak areas of my body. I also appreciate that my treatment plan was designed so that I would feel comfortable with the number of visits rather than feel forced to go more often than necessary. Great people and great results!

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. Id highly recommend Core PT to anyone!

Jason helped me recover amazingly from my herniated disc pain. He is very knowledgeable. When I went in first, I could not stand straight because of my pain. Any posture (sit, sleep, squat, standwould radiate pain. I have 2 little very active kids and I cannot afford to stay injured for a long time. Jason got to the root of the problem and cured it. That is what I like best about working with Jason. I have had physical therapy before for the same issue, but that therapist just treated the issue and not the root cause. The exercises Jason tailored for me were terrific and helped me a lot in strengthening my core. Yara, the trainer is also very knowledgeable. She made sure I maintained correct postures for each of those exercises. I would see Jason for 30 minutes and exercise with Yara for next 30 minutes. And in those time slots it was just me they would work with. That kind of attention helped me feel much better just after 2 sessions. Now, I feel like my old self, absolutely no pain. I highly recommend this place and I have personally recommended people to see the therapists here

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 didnt 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.

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.

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.

I was dealing with back pain for most of my 20s. As I got into my 30s, I started to resign myself to the fact that I just had a bad back, and that was going to be something Id 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 dont have a bad back. I understand what this is, and were 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.Im writing this review now, about a year removed from my last treatment with Jeff. Ive continued to work hard on my own, and am now doing much, much better. I can say with absolute confidence, that I wouldve 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 Jeffs 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 Id just keep coming back for treatment. Would highly recommend to anyone.

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 its so helpful to have the option of setting up appointments on line, getting your exercises on line (with videoand 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.

Jason did such a great job keeping me calm about my injury and clearly explaining the steps that we were taking on a weekly basis to rehabilitate me. His assistants, Jeff and Xavier, were also great to work with every session and provided great exercises to strengthen my knee.Additionally, the space is great, as is the scheduling and availability. They were always very accommodating in letting me come in during the evening to be the least disruptive to my work schedule.I went in expecting to need surgery, but having gone through about 10 weeks with Jason and his staff I dont think Ill need it. Thanks so much guys!