Expert Manual Therapy in Chicago, IL

At Journey Physical Therapy, we help motivated Chicagoans move better, hurt less, and get back to doing what they love — without painkillers, injections, or surgery. With one-on-one care from the same Doctor of Physical Therapy, start to finish, you’ll finally get the focused, hands-on treatment you deserve.

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Still in Pain After Trying Everything Else?

If you’ve been bounced between treatments, handed generic exercises, or lost in a crowded clinic — you’re not alone, and it’s not your fault.

Rushed, Impersonal Care

At most big-box PT clinics, you’re handed off to an aide, juggled between patients, and never quite sure if your therapist even remembers your name — let alone your goals.

Short-Term Fixes, Long-Term Pain

Pills, injections, and generic stretching programs may mask your symptoms for a while — but if the root cause of your pain is never addressed, it always comes back.

No Clear Path Forward

Without a focused diagnosis and a plan built around your body and your life, recovery feels like guesswork. You need a therapist who listens, thinks, and actually puts their hands on the problem.

Why Chicago Residents Choose Us for Manual Therapy

Journey Physical Therapy is built differently. With over a decade of experience and more than 216 five-star Google reviews, Dr. Praneeth Purimetla offers a hands-on, one-on-one manual therapy approach that identifies the root cause of your pain — and fixes it. No aides, no sharing, no shortcuts. Just expert care that gets results.

  • One consistent Doctor of Physical Therapy from your first visit to your last — no handoffs, no surprises
  • Hands-on manual therapy combined with targeted exercise to restore function faster and more lastingly
  • A personalized treatment plan built around your specific injury, goals, and lifestyle — not a template
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"Night and day difference from the 'big box' physical therapy chains. At Journey, I had the full attention of Praneeth which made a world of difference. I have a tennis related injury that hadn't been getting better for six weeks — after two sessions with Praneeth, improvements began. He did a comprehensive diagnosis, manual therapy (as promised but usually not delivered by other PTs), and even suggested dry needling which we tried and (to my surprise) worked."
— Mark G., verified Google review

Getting Started at Journey PT Is Simple

Step 1: Book a Free Discovery Call

Start with a free 15-minute phone consultation. Ask questions, share your story, and find out if Journey Physical Therapy is the right fit — with zero pressure and zero commitment.

Step 2: Get a Thorough Evaluation

Dr. Purimetla will perform a comprehensive movement and diagnostic assessment to identify the true root cause of your pain — not just treat the symptoms where it hurts.

Step 3: Follow Your Personalized Plan

Receive a hands-on treatment plan built around your body and your goals. Every session is one-on-one, every treatment is tailored, and every step moves you closer to getting your life back.

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Conditions We Treat with Manual Therapy in Chicago

Whether you’re dealing with chronic back pain, a sports injury, or recovering from surgery, our hands-on manual therapy approach in Chicago is designed to address the full range of musculoskeletal conditions. If you’ve been searching for manual therapy near me, Journey PT treats real people with real injuries — and gets them back to their lives.

  • Spine conditions including low back pain, sciatica, neck pain, herniated discs, and mid-back pain
  • Upper and lower extremity injuries including shoulder pain, rotator cuff tears, knee pain, ACL injuries, plantar fasciitis, and ankle sprains
  • Head, jaw, and other conditions including headaches, dizziness, TMJ dysfunction, and overuse injuries
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216 Five-Star Reviews from Chicago Patients

  • Praneeth treated my daughter for some knee pain she was having. He was really thorough in diagnosis. He spent tons of time with us, making sure he really understood the problem. He gave her exercises to do at home. After about 8 visits, she was in good shape and hasn't had any pain since. Also, he's a super nice and funny guy. We had a great experience.

    Eileen Moran Avatar Eileen Moran
    August 2, 2019

    Dr. Praneeth Purimetla at Journey Physical Therapy at 2250 West Belmont in Chicago, Illinois has helped me rehab from hip replacement. Additionally, he has helped me avoid back surgery and painful injections through his expert analysis of the neuro-mechanical problem afflicting my lumbar spine. His recommended physical regimen has resulted in the disappearance of the painful muscular spasms and arthritic pain afflicting the area of my right femur and knee. Dr. Purimetla understands the complicated inter-relatedness of the muscles, bones, and nerves of the human body. He uses his understanding and experience coupled with logic to guide patients to self-healing through the disciplined use of an appropriate physical regimen. Finally, Dr. Purimetla's professionalism and humanity are a blessing to all. He is truly a good (if not great) man. Sincerely, Ronald Ford Chicago, Illinois

    Ronald Ford Avatar Ronald Ford
    March 4, 2020

  • 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

    Had a great experience, I came here I can barely walk and so in pain, after only two visits I started feeling way better and after 6 visits I feel brand new. Absolutely recommend it.

    Rached Kassem Avatar Rached Kassem
    February 18, 2022

  • 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

    Love Journey Physical therapy! I have been dealing with a chronic neck and back injury. Praneeth took the time to thoroughly listen to my complaints and find ways to help me make it better. With a combination of at home exercises and Praneeth's hands on adjustments, every week I get stronger and start to feel relieved from my pain. He has a true gift of finding the source of pain and mapping a path to find a solution.

    Christine Sachs Avatar Christine Sachs
    December 3, 2019

Meet the Doctor Behind Your Recovery at Journey Physical Therapy 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

Visit Journey PT in Roscoe Village, Chicago

We’re just 23 minutes from Downtown Chicago — take US-41 N / N Lake Shore Dr north, exit at Belmont Ave, and head west. You’ll find us at 2250 W Belmont Ave Unit 1W, conveniently located in the Roscoe Village neighborhood near Riverview Plaza along the Belmont corridor.

Hours:

Monday–Thursday: 7:30am–7:00pm

Friday: 7:30am–1:00pm

Saturday–Sunday: Closed

Directions Note:

Just 17 min from Downtown Chicago via I-90 W/I-94 W. Take exit 47A for Fullerton Ave toward Western Ave, turn right onto N Western Ave, then right onto W Belmont Ave.

Email:

admin@journeyphysicaltherapy.com

Phone:

773-883-2337

Fax:

773-883-2336

Office:

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Manual therapy is a specialized, hands-on approach to physical therapy in which the therapist uses their hands — rather than machines or generic exercise handouts — to assess and treat soft tissue and joint dysfunction. At Journey PT, manual therapy techniques including joint mobilization, soft tissue mobilization, and neuromuscular re-education are combined with active therapeutic exercise to address the root cause of your pain, not just its symptoms. It’s more targeted, more personalized, and typically more effective than passive modality-based treatment.

Journey Physical Therapy treats a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions including low back pain, sciatica, neck pain, herniated discs, shoulder and rotator cuff injuries, knee pain, ACL and meniscus injuries, plantar fasciitis, ankle sprains, headaches, TMJ dysfunction, post-surgical recovery, and sports-related overuse injuries — among many others.

At most large PT chains, your time is split between a therapist and an aide, and you may see a different provider at every visit. At Journey Physical Therapy, every session is fully one-on-one with Dr. Praneeth Purimetla from your first appointment through discharge. You receive his complete attention, a thorough hands-on treatment, and a plan that evolves with your progress.

Journey Physical Therapy offers self-pay, in-network, and out-of-network billing options. We encourage you to book a free 15-minute Discovery Call to discuss your specific insurance situation and find an arrangement that works for you before your first visit.

The easiest first step is to book a free 15-minute Discovery Call. This no-obligation phone consultation lets you ask questions, describe your condition, and confirm that Journey PT is the right fit. From there, we’ll schedule your initial evaluation and build your personalized treatment plan.

Journey Physical Therapy is located at 2250 W Belmont Ave, Unit 1W, Chicago, IL 60618, in the Roscoe Village neighborhood. We’re just 23 minutes from Downtown Chicago via Lake Shore Drive. Street parking is available along W Belmont Ave and surrounding side streets.

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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