Expert Movement Screen in Chicago, IL

At Journey Physical Therapy, every movement screen is conducted one-on-one with Dr. Praneeth Purimetla — a Doctor of Physical Therapy with 11+ years of experience. We identify the root cause of your limitations so you can move better, train harder, and stay injury-free. No referral needed. Start with a free Discovery Visit.

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Expert Movement Screen in Chicago, IL​

Moving Through Pain Isn't a Plan — It's a Risk

Without knowing exactly where your movement breaks down, you’re guessing — and guessing leads to overuse injuries, setbacks, and months lost from sport, work, and the activities you love.

You Keep Getting Re-Injured

The same ankle, knee, or shoulder keeps flaring up because no one has identified why it failed in the first place. Without a proper movement screen, you’re patching symptoms — not solving the problem.

Generic Programs Aren't Built for You

Cookie-cutter strength plans and group rehab sessions don’t account for your movement patterns, asymmetries, or history. You need an individualized assessment — not a one-size-fits-all protocol.

You're Not Cleared — You're Just Guessing

Returning to sport or activity without objective movement data is a gamble. Pain-free doesn’t mean ready. A structured movement screen gives you the benchmarks to know you’re truly cleared to perform.

Chicago's One-on-One Movement Screen Clinic

Chicago's One-on-One Movement Screen Clinic

Journey Physical Therapy is an independent, intentionally small clinic in Chicago’s Roscoe Village neighborhood. Unlike corporate PT chains where you’re shuffled between assistants, every movement screen is performed personally by Dr. Purimetla — from your first assessment to your final clearance. You get a thorough, root-cause evaluation and a plan you actually understand.

  • One-on-one with the same Doctor of Physical Therapy every visit — never passed to an aide or assistant
  • 45–60 minute sessions with patient education built in so you understand your movement patterns and next steps
  • Combines movement screen findings with hands-on manual therapy and targeted therapeutic exercise for faster, lasting results
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"As a former athlete, I've spent years in various PT clinics, and I can confidently say that none of them come close to the level of care and expertise Praneeth provides. His one-on-one approach has made a huge difference, and has guaranteed high quality, consistent treatment over many years."

Your Movement Screen Journey — 3 Simple Steps

Step 1: Book Your Free Discovery Visit

Start with a free 30-minute session with Dr. Purimetla. You’ll discuss your movement goals, injury history, and current limitations — with zero pressure and no commitment required.

Step 2: Undergo Your Movement Screen

Dr. Purimetla conducts a thorough, one-on-one movement screen to identify dysfunctions, asymmetries, and risk factors specific to your body, sport, and activity demands.

Step 3: Get Your Personalized Action Plan

Receive a clear, evidence-based plan — combining manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, and return-to-sport progressions — so you move confidently and perform at your best.

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Movement Screen for Pain, Injury & Recovery

A movement screen at Journey Physical Therapy near me in Chicago helps athletes, active adults, and post-surgical patients identify what’s really limiting their performance and recovery. Whether you’re dealing with a nagging injury or preparing to return to sport, Dr. Purimetla uses objective movement data to guide your treatment.

  • Sports injuries — ACL, meniscus, ankle sprains, hamstring strains, rotator cuff, and overuse injuries across all activity levels
  • Spine and nerve pain — low back pain, sciatica, neck pain, and mid-back stiffness limiting your daily movement and performance
  • Post-surgical recovery — ACL reconstruction, rotator cuff repair, hip/knee replacement, and spinal surgery with return-to-sport testing benchmarks
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Movement Screen for Pain, Injury & Recovery

5-Star Movement Screen & Physical Therapy Reviews

227 Google reviews — from athletes, professionals, and active Chicagoans

  • I highly recommend Dr. Praneeth Purimetla. His service is very personal and he spends time getting to know his physical therapy patients in order to tailor care not only to your PT needs but your goals.

    Joshua Smith Avatar Joshua Smith
    February 27, 2020

    Praneeth has a down to earth approach to therapy, avoiding non-scientific buzzwords which I appreciate, and helped me work through my shoulder and wrist injuries. As I participate in relatively high impact activities I expect I'll be seeing him again at some point in the future.

    Eduard Antonyan Avatar Eduard Antonyan
    December 15, 2019

  • Praneeth is fantastic in both his approach to PT and his conversation. He truly offers a personalized experience. I read loads of reviews from various PT facilities before visiting Praneeth and the most common complaint was that people get bounced around to different therapists who may or may not be knowledgeable of their condition. This is absolutely not the case with Journey. Every session was directly with Praneeth and there were no other patients in the room. Two thumbs up and ten stars. Highly recommended.

    Dave Avatar Dave
    February 9, 2020

    I’ve been going to Praneeth for physical therapy for the last 2 years to address various sports injuries, from shoulder to ankle trauma. He is always accommodating to my busy schedule and takes time to provide the best care possible. As a competitive and professional athlete, it’s reassuring to have someone who can relate to and is knowledgeable about ankle injuries and competitive sports from personal experiences and working with other athletes. Praneeth is easy going and is always willing to answer questions or provide exercises and suggestions on how best to work on stability and strengthening outside of therapy. Thanks for all that you do!

    Risa Umeno Avatar Risa Umeno
    March 3, 2020

  • I highly recommend Journey PT to anyone looking for a physical therapist who is knowledgeable, efficient & thorough. Praneeth made my first experience with physical therapy not only very successful, but pleasant as well. His approach was the perfect combination of professionalism and personability. I will definitely go back to see Praneeth if I need PT in the future.

    Cindy Goodrich Avatar Cindy Goodrich
    April 25, 2022

    After trying other places I found Journey PT. It's been a great experience. Praneeth is knowledgeable and has good listening skills. The kind of collaborative treatment that he offers is exactly what I was looking for. I highly recommend his services.

    Mihaela Campion Avatar Mihaela Campion
    February 21, 2022

Meet Dr. Praneeth Purimetla — Your Movement Screen Specialist in Chicago

Dr. Praneeth Purimetla, physical therapist and owner of Journey Physical Therapy in Chicago

Dr. Praneeth Purimetla
Doctor of Physical Therapy, DPT

Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of Illinois at Chicago with advanced fellowship training in Manual Physical Therapy from Regis University. As a former Division I scholarship basketball player, Dr. Purimetla understands the physical and mental demands of recovery. He specializes in hands-on manual therapy techniques that address the root cause of pain, helping patients avoid unnecessary medications, injections, and surgery. With over 200 five-star reviews, Dr. Purimetla's one-on-one approach delivers results that big-box physical therapy clinics simply can't match. Credentials & Specialties: Doctor of Physical Therapy, UIC (2013) Fellow in Training, Regis University (2016-2018) American Physical Therapy Association Member Specialties: Spine Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine, Manual Therapy, Injury Prevention

Find Our Movement Screen Clinic in Chicago

Journey Physical Therapy is located at 2250 W Belmont Ave, Unit 1W, Chicago, IL 60618—in the heart of Roscoe Village, convenient to Lakeview and Logan Square. Just 15 minutes (6.6 miles) from Downtown Chicago via I-90 W / I-94 W—take exit 47A for Fullerton Ave, head north on N Western Ave, then turn right onto W Belmont Ave. We’re easy to find along the W Belmont Ave corridor near Riverpoint Center and Riverview Plaza.

Hours:

Monday–Thursday: 7:30am–7:00pm

Friday: 7:30am–1:00pm

Saturday–Sunday: Closed

Email:

admin@journeyphysicaltherapy.com

Phone:

773-883-2337

Fax:

773-883-2336

Office:

2250 West Belmont Avenue, Suite 1W Chicago, IL 60618

Movement Screen FAQs

Everything you need to know before booking your first visit at Journey Physical Therapy in Chicago.

No referral is required. Illinois is a direct access state, which means you can schedule your movement screen or physical therapy appointment directly with Dr. Purimetla without a physician’s referral. Most patients contact us first — we’ll handle the rest.

A movement screen at Journey Physical Therapy is a one-on-one, comprehensive assessment conducted by Dr. Purimetla to evaluate how you move — identifying dysfunctions, compensations, asymmetries, and injury risk factors specific to your body and goals. It typically includes functional movement patterns, strength and control benchmarks, and if appropriate, plyometric and return-to-sport progressions. Your first visit is 60–90 minutes, giving Dr. Purimetla enough time to understand your full history and build a plan around your findings.

At Journey, every single session — including your movement screen — is conducted one-on-one with Dr. Purimetla, the owner and sole treating clinician. You are never handed off to a PT aide, assistant, or a different therapist. Most corporate PT clinics see multiple patients simultaneously and rotate staff frequently. Journey is intentionally small so that your care is personal, consistent, and built around you from beginning to end.

Still Have Questions?

 We’re happy to answer any questions you have about physical therapy in Chicago. Give us a call or request a free phone consultation to learn more.

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