After suffering almost a year with very painful plantar fasciitis, I finally decided to abandon self-care and get help. The pain was so significant that I would end my days not because I was tired, but because my feet hurt so much I just had to go to bed. At Elite, I began treatment with Dr. Ryan Evenhouse, wondering how in the world anyone was going to get my feet back to normal. But he did. The less severe of the two took only a couple of weeks. The other took longer, but after each visit, I could feel the progress. Most recently, Dr. Ryan has been working on my impinged shoulder, and, again, the treatment has been a great success. Being a patient at Elite is a great experience. They are on top of appointments, insurance, exercises at home, etc. If you are considering seeing Dr. Ryan, do not hesitate! read more

I am so glad I came to Elite Performance during my marathon training. I had an issue with my achilles tendon that had acted up so badly after the half marathon, I questioned whether I even would be able to proceed with my training. I started seeing Dr. Pat for ART therapy and it helped tremendously- and, it did not act up during the marathon either! The office also has a great laid back vibe, and Dr. Pat was patient with my many questions. Highly recommend! read more

Great customer service, really nice staff, very on top of everything! I had a tight IT band and it was very painful for a long time. I came into Patrick and he figured out the problem right away and began exercises to fix the problem! read more

Dr. Malartsik is a professional who sincerely gives his patients advice that is in their best interest. He also was very helpful in helping me determine my coverage. I would recommend his services to anyone looking for a trustworthy chiropractor. read more

I've been going to see Dr. Pat Malartsik for over a year now and I don't think I will ever leave unless I move out of town!! They are super flexible with my schedule, friendly (always checks in about my life and tries to keep up with updates), and amazing at what they do. This is also my very first review that I am writng on YELP EVER so it tells you how much I appreciate Elite Performance Chiro. I first started coming here with IT band pain that started in my knees and extended all the way up to my hips and lower back. After several sessions w/ Dr Pat, I do not have the chronic ache anymore and when it starts to come back again (usually because I don't follow the exercises and have forced my body to suffer through my laziness) I go back and Dr Pat fixes me up again. I also recently went in for lower to mid back pain that started to plague me about 2 months ago. With work being so busy and a wedding on the way - i kept pushing it back until it got so painful - it was becoming a common distraction at work (again the dangers of working long hours in an office). Dr Pat did some tests, adjustments, and put me on a machine (no idea what its called but I'm sure he told me (probably more than once) and it literally did me wonders. I felt immediate relief within 24 hours. Not only do I see Dr. Patrick - I also get AMAZING Chiro massages from Amelia who works out my aches and pains and it is a serious deep tissue workout. Their facility is clean, cozy, and so easy for me to get to - I don't know what I would do without Elite Performance Chiropractic to deal with my body always on the verge of breaking! read more

I've been here to see Dr. Malartsik a few times now. I first saw him to treat a neck issue that was bothering me for a couple years. I'm a dentist and work with my neck in a fixed position. I was dealing with pain every day at work. I had active release technique done by Dr. Malartsik. In just a few short visits, I've been literally pain free for over a year. I just went back to see Dr. Malartsik to deal with a rotator cuff injury from lifting weights. I would definitely recommend Dr. Malartsik's office. Easy to schedule, they respond very quickly, affordable and Dr. Malartsik is a good guy overall read more

I went to Dr. Malartsik after having neck and back pain for awhile when playing ice hockey. A couple visits later I was back on the ice without pain. Every few weeks I get a tune up so I can continue to perform at my best. Thanks Doc! read more

Dr. Malartsik was extremely professional and skilled with his treatment! The man is passionate and knowledgeable about helping people be healthy and happy! Thank you sir! read more

Great care and great facility. I visited the office recently for some low back pain. I have a pretty active job, play soccer, and compete in jiu jitsu. Dr Malartsik came up with a treatment plan that was effective and non-invasive. I also received a excellent massage. I felt better immediately and was back to 100 percent in a couple days! read more

I've seen Dr. Liz for adjustments and Dr. Patrick for ART. There's a reason I keep coming back! These two are talented, caring practitioners who are genuinely invested in their patients' wellness. In addition to being very knowledgeable, they are personable and welcoming. It's a great practice and I've recommended it to several friends and colleagues. read more

Last year I pulled my something in my arm while participating in Tough Mudder, started going here for PT for my arm injury. After a few short months I was back to my crossfit class. Dr Pat was awesome in getting me back to the gym quickly. I also began using the sport massages which I must say helped in post Half Marathon and Marathon. Nothing better than having Amelia DuBois release the knots after a race. Highly recommended! read more

I started seeing Dr. Todd Peterson at Elite after suffering a wrist injury in a bike accident. My experience with him was excellent, and has given me a great first impression of the benefits of physical therapy. He really does his homework, is a great listener and communicator, and really know his stuff. If I was experiencing discomfort and pain doing certain things, he would adjust the types of activities and exercises we did, also adjusting the frequency. He wasn't afraid to try new approaches that could be of benefit, too! I would highly recommend Elite Performance and Dr. Todd for their overall patient treatment. read more

Wow! I don't have enough good things to say about Dr. Kyle. I have had issues with my shoulder for over a decade. I have visited many other chiropractors with no relief. I feel 80% better now after just three visits. I would highly recommend seeing Dr. Kyle! read more

I originally went to Elite Performance for weekly massages with Amelia DuBois, their massage therapist. She was excellent. She asked about my problem areas and really listened to my preferences, adjusting her technique accordingly. She was very courteous and professional. I subsequently did a few adjustments with Dr. Patrick Malartsik and had a great experience. I felt he truly cared about me and allayed any fears I had, as it was my first time getting adjusted. He is very knowledgeable and experienced. I was also impressed with the firm's organization with billing and appointment reminders. I will continue to go to Elite Performance and highly recommend it to anyone in need in chiropractic/massage services. read more

Dr. Malartsik is incredibly talented, patient, and knowledgeable. He not only helps you heal but also goes above and beyond the call of duty. I injured my shoulder and was really concerned I had torn my rotator cuff. He not only gave me a script for an MRI in record time, but called me immediately after he received the results to provide them to me. I dont know many chiropractors who care this much about their patients. Thanks Dr. Malartsik; you're one of a kind. read more

Drs. Pat and Todd are a great team and helped me accomplish my 30-day goal. I had knee surgery on Sept 1 and needed to be crutches-free, pain-free mobile by October 1.... they got me there. I had the opportunity to work with both of them and they are equally fantastic. In the past I've been treated by both a SD Chargers DC/PT and an expert witness DC, so I feel that I am qualified to compare, and the team at Elite Performance is tops in my book. Go see them ... you'll be glad you did. read more

Dr. Patrick is the best! I have writing this review at my gym, still amazed by how much progress I have made in the past weeks with Dr. Patrick's help. I came to him seeking help with ART and tight shoulder neck. I have had various experience with Chrio in the past, and I was mostly skeptical since they never actually understood my problem. In just 3 weeks, I'm sleeping better, my back is opened up so much I can feel the proper pump at every single work out session now. Thank you Dr. Patrick! read more

I received great care here! It was very personalized and I felt at ease during my treatments. I would definitely recommend if you are looking for a good chiropractor! read more

I was suffering from a lingering ankle injury. I thought I would just let it heal on it's own. This tactic wasn't working fast enough for me. I met Dr. Patrick Malartsik through a mutual friend. He recommended I visit him at his River North office. At first I was skeptical of using chiropractic care to heal an injured ankle, however after one visit I was a believer. In 4 visits I had regained the strength and stability in my ankle and was now able to run without pain. Dr. Patrick Malartsik is a highly professional, highly personal practitioner. I can't thank him enough. read more

I visited Dr. Patrick's office about a year ago because I was having some pain in my feet from running. He did a thorough analysis starting with the type of shoes I wear to run. I was using "barefoot" running shoes. He thought that might be the problem. So we tested my feet. Sure enough, my arches weren't built to handle barefoot running shoes and that was causing the pain in my feet. He made me some orthopedic inserts for my shoes and that seemed to solve the problem. He was able to bill my insurance directly, so I had no money out of pocket and he was great about following up 3 and 6 months later to see how I was doing. I would highly recommend him for his friendly and thorough service. read more

I had been experiencing on and off back pain for quite a while but simply ignored it. This past December, while wrapping presents of all things, I twisted and felt a shooting nerve like pain that brought me to my knees. My wife suggested I find a chiropractor. Since chiropractic work is also covered under my work's insurance I started looking at offices in our network via BCBSIL. I settled on Elite and truly believe I have found the best chiropratic office in Chicago. During my first appointment with Dr. Todd Peterson, I immediately felt at ease and knew I was in good hands. Dr. Peterson was very thorough and patient in evaluating my back pain as we progressed through different techniques. At the end of our session we had a diagnosis and a clear path to healing. Not only did my back feel much better after the first visit, I've gone back on a regular basis and see improvements in many other areas. Now, my back pain is completely gone! The entire office is incredibly professional, easy to work with and schedule, AND, they took care of all the insurance paperwork. read more

Dr. Malartsik is not only very knowledgeable in all rehabilitation, he makes sure you feel comfortable throughout the entire process. It can be scary to experience new pain that you are unsure of, and the entire time I was being treated at EPC i never once felt scared or worried. I felt 100% comfortable in the hands of Dr. Malartsik and his staff. read more

Dr. Malartsik is the man! I've been battling shoulder tendentious off and on for over a year. After countless attempts to cure my impediment, I found EPC. Slowly my shoulder came back to life. Session and session, I felt stronger. Now I can return to my exercise regime and active lifestyle. Dr. Malartsik was flexible with scheduling and offered quick 30 minute sessions which worked perfectly with my schedule. My overall experience was exceptional and I highly recommend EPC. He also provides a great cup of coffee every time! read more

Dr. Ryan Evenhouse is amazing! I've been to many chiropractors over the years, especially with an extensive history of sports related injuries. Dr. Ryan spent a great deal of time with me to go over each of those injuries & current ailments which alone could kill 4 hours in an afternoon. But for once, I now have a trustworthy person to rely one who I know I will get a straightforward & honest opinion without me being told I need to schedule 30 visits! Instead, Dr. Ryan gave me several exercises I should be performing regularly as well as a few routine visits to correct my nagging pains so I don't have to suffer through them anymore. It has been several months, and all I can say is great things for him. I highly recommend anyone looking for help, to seek him out immediately!! read more

I made an appointment with Dr. Malartsik based on a friend's recommendation after experiencing some back pain and numbness. He was extremely knowledgeable and perfectly willing to explain what the problem was so I felt comfortable with the treatment plan. Within a couple weeks, the pain was gone and the tingling continues to diminish. He is an active guy that knows all about crossfit movements and can be particularly helpful in correcting your form and recommending exercises to strengthen specific areas. A good chiropractor is hard to find, but a good chiropractor who specializes in ART (active release technique), is totally a nice guy and gets you symptom free as soon as possible is super rare. Also, his lovely wifey Elizabeth works in the office as well and makes insurance/billing stuff as easy as possible - she's a pleasure to deal with. I'm going to get a massage later this week with one of their therapists and I can't wait. If you're in pain and not sure where to go or who to trust with your care, do yourself a favor and go here. read more

I found Dr. Malartsik because he used to be downstairs from the excellent Yoga Circle where I was going to treat a major herniated disc. Patrick's knowledge of the McKenzie Method and practical advice for using it to heal myself had me feeling more in control of my spine than the previous half dozen care providers I'd seen. I've continued to see him for over a year now because I know I'll always get his undivided attention and sincere interest in my well-being, along with a greatly helpful chiropractic adjustment or Active Release session. He recently moved to a great new space and has an amazing massage therapist, Dennis, on staff now as well. You won't need to look elsewhere! read more

I called Elite when my daughter needed help with her shoulder. Patrick made time for her that day and worked with her to overcome her injury so she could continue to compete in her sport in the next season. If an issue arises, he still makes time to help her. He also has helped me with back pain and beyond his ability to professionally help us as patients, the atmosphere at Elite is very comfortable and relaxed. There is zero pressure for unnecessary visits. Most importantly, I trust him to treat both my daughter and myself. We feel safe when we walk in there and know he will be able to treat whatever problem there is in the most professional and competent way; exactly how I want to feel when I visit my doctor. read more

Best care I've received from a doctor. Dr. Malartsik is clearly passionate about his work. He's thorough with treatment -- never rushing through appointments, or spending time unnecessarily. read more

Saw Todd Peterson as by prescribed my orthopedic surgeon for a carpal tunnel and elbow tendinitis condition. Todd listened carefully to my description of the issues, asked good questions and then provided effective treatment over a few visits that has significantly improved my issue. Very professional and engaging, very knowledgeable with a good "bedside manner." I'd recommend him highly. read more

Dr. Malartsik is excellent. He took a ton of time to go over my needs and my medical history to get to the bottom of my pain and came up with a custom plan that took a whole body approach. I spent months and thousands of dollars going to physical therapy without great results and Dr. Malartsik fixed me up in just a few visits. His massage therapist is also amazing. read more

I was in a car accident (rear ended) in January and needed help with my back. Making appointments was easy and while the office manager is delightful to deal with, I also found using the online scheduler convenient. The office is nice, inviting and has a good atmosphere. I needed to keep training for an ultra marathon and Dr. Malartsik set me up with in office and at home exercises that helped me maintain training while still addressing my pain and issues. Between the adjustments and treatments from Dr. Malartsik and the massage from Amelia I recovered in a couple of weeks and have been able to stick pretty close to my original training plan. I also appreciate the help with the insurance from Susan, the office manager. Great team and highly recommended... read more

I hardly do reviews, but my experience at Elite has been phenomenal. I have neck and shoulder issues from weightlifting and sitting at a desk all day and Dr Pat has done a great job at helping the symptoms go away! Highly recommend this practice and encourage anyone with issues to see him, he is great! read more

I recently received treatment for lower back pain/spine issues from Dr. Patrick Malartsik. He was very knowledgeable and understanding to my concerns. I had never received physical therapy before and he made it easy to understand the issues at hand and what we had to accomplish together as a "team" to solve the problem. He was very good at using his skills in the office and then relaying exercises to continue to maintain the progress after the appointment. He was also very flexible with scheduling appointments. I would highly recommend using Elite's services. read more

Dr.Liz, Dr.Pat and the excellent massage therapists at Elite Performance keep my back in shape and my headaches at bay!

Wow, that is all I can say about the program Dr M has put together. It is so simple, yet efficient. I recently moved to Chicago and have struggled with a partially herniated disc for several years. Considering my old man is a chiropractor, I only expect the best from a professional and this is what I found at elite chiro after several chiropractors wasted my hard earned dollar. Not only did he fix my pain, it was a release from stress every time considering his personality. Highly recommend. read more

My son Dylan, was in from out of town and visited Dr. Patrick for issues he was having with his shoulder for a long time. Dr. Patrick not only helped his shoulder but also helped his back feel better. Additionally my son mentioned how personable Dr. Patrick was and so easy to talk to making the experience that much better. read more

Went in for my first session with Dr. Todd and I could not be more happy. I am a competitive bodybuilder and I went in to get my elbow pain treated along with ensuring my back and chest muscles were healthy to maximize my muscle development. Dr. Todd did some Graston Technique on my Chest and Back along with some ART. He also did some cupping on my back. For my elbow pain he treated it by acupuncture and ART. I will be making these treatment sessions a normal part of my contest prep. read more

Dr. Patrick is the best. He is very nice and patient. I went in with very tight and sore neck muscles and was really nervous about an adjustment. He understood and reassured me and gave me time to relax. His neck adjustment made my neck feel so relaxed, it was amazing. He also treats the whole body, not just the neck. I had an ankle problem that was making it hard to walk and in just a few minutes he fixed it, and it's been fine ever since. I will definitely be back when something else goes wrong. read more

I highly recommend Dr. Todd Peterson at Elite. I started seeing Todd after months and months of nagging pain in my heel. I was admittedly reluctant to receive treatment as I was concerned therapists who would simply ameliorate the pain versus solving the root cause of my discomfort. Todd put those concerns to rest as he spent the time to understand my body and what might be causing the pain - not simply treating it. In addition to traditional treatment remedies, he introduced various movements to prevent future pain. He's a great guy and great listener. Oh, and he's an athlete himself so he can sympathize with his patients'. read more

I have been visiting Dr. Todd for a few months now. As a collegiate athlete I've had a long history of displacing my hips, which causes occasional discomfort and limits my ability to exercise. I was extremely pleased with the amount of creativity that went into my treatment. Dr. Todd did not just adjust me, but helped release my hips through his active-release technique which is improving my flexibility and range of motion. What also sets him apart is that he takes the time to explain why things hurt instead of trying to get patients out as fast as possible. He takes a holistic approach and really cares about all of his patients. I will continue to go to Elite Performance for several more months. read more