Dr. Ryan Verchota D.C, A.R.T, RKC, is a Sports Chiropractic Physician that focuses on diagnosis and treatment of athletic injuries. He has worked with professional and elite athletes as well as amateurs and weekend warriors alike. He graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Doctorate from Palmer College of Chiropractic and attained a BA from Augustana College with a double major in Biology and Pre-Medicine and a minor in Biochemistry. Dr. Ryan is a former collegiate soccer player and currently plays soccer in various leagues in Chicago as well as competes in running and triathlon events. He is a 2-time IronMan finisher (IM Wisconsin 2012, IM Boulder 2014) and a 2 time Chicago Marathon finisher (2009, 2010).He uses various Chiropractic, Physical Therapy, and Manual Therapy methods and holds certifications in Active Release Technique (ART), Graston Technique, Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA), Dry Needling, Russian Kettlebell Training, Chiropractic Manipulation and now Amino BioFrequency Therapy.
Initial Assessment (1 hour): $150/$160 (Members/Non-Members)
Follow Up Appointments (1/2 hour): $75/$85 Members/Non-Members)
*Dr Ryan is in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO. Don’t have BCBS PPO? No worries, time of service discounts are available and claims will be submitted on your behalf
For any billing or scheduling related questions, please reach out to Jesi Verchota at jesi@opmovement.com OR 312-375-4374
Sports Massage therapy focuses on areas of the body that are overused in repetitive movements. Sports Massage is a deep-tissue massage with a focus on improving sports performance, boosting flexibility, and reducing any pain or tension.
Find a Sports Massage Appointment Here
Two types of appointments are available:
30 min Appointments: $60
60 min Appointments: $120
Sports Massage Therapist
Available Sundays 11AM-3PM
Jimmy McFarland came into the fitness industry through soccer- he played semi-pro in Australia and had opportunities in England and Sweden to play, but realized he was happier helping others more than scoring goals.
He specializes in strength and performance as a personal trainer (He is trained through Charles Poliquin). Through Poliquin he learned the importance of soft tissue work, and decided to expand his desire to help people by specializing in Clinical Massage at Harper College.
Jimmy has travelled endlessly to learn from some of the best in fitness- Australia, Canada, England...the list goes on. He is excited to bring his training home to Chicago!!
Sports Massage Therapist
Available Tuesdays 7-1 and 4-8
Sharon Wong loves her profession and is very passionate about helping others. She is an accomplished Medical Massage Practitioner of deep tissue, sports, and clinical therapies, working on professional and non-professional athletes since 2001.
She has worked sports events such as Ironman, triathlons, marathons; LPGA tour, and motorcycle events. In 2014, she accompanied 21athletes to Ironman Whistler Canada. She is certified in Kinesio Taping, Level 3 competencies, and is also a specialist in pregnancy massages. craniosacral therapy, lymphatic drainage, oncology massage, metal tooling, cupping, and aromatherapy.
Sharon is a teacher and educator in the healthcare industry. Her continuing education is in Visceral and Neurological Manipulation, Fascial Manipulation, and Corrective Exercises, as well as CranioSacral Therapy and how it helps the Immune System. Sharon is currently seeking my certification with Crouse Hospital of New York in their Veterans’ Massage Therapy Program.
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