Seeking respite from persistent pain? Let us be your solution! Learn why our esteemed physicians are sought after throughout Chicago. Lakeside prioritizes patient well-being, delivering outcomes through a commitment to evidence-based care. Say farewell to the assembly-line treatment; we offer personalized solutions, not a one-size-fits-all 30-visit regimen.
Served areas
- Ravenswood, Andersonville, Lincoln Square, Uptown, Lakeview, Edgewater
Details
- Year established: 2016
- Employees: 11
- Licensed
- Insured
Associations and certifications
- McKenzie Mechancial Diagnosis and Therapy
Payment methods
- Cash, Debit cards, Credit cards, Mobile payments, Bank transfers, Financing available
Services
At Lakeside Spine & Wellness, our medical professionals utilize the McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy for comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of all our patients. MDT relies on assessing the patient's symptom response to specific joint movements, ensuring a highly dependable process. With a remarkable success rate of 92% across various musculoskeletal conditions, including back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain, hip pain, knee pain, and headaches, MDT stands out. Additionally, it effectively addresses concerns like sciatica, sacroiliac joint pain, arthritis, degenerative disc disease, muscle spasms, and occasional numbness in the hands or feet. If you're experiencing any such issues, an MDT assessment could be the ideal solution for you!
Rehabilitation and physical therapy focus on restoring optimal health and functionality post-illness, sports-related injuries, or surgical procedures. At Lakeside, our rehabilitation program entails a comprehensive MDT evaluation, muscle reinforcement, balance training, targeted soft-tissue therapy, and personalized home exercise regimens to expedite recovery.
Chiropractic Manipulation, commonly referred to as an 'adjustment,' is a proven and safe method for treating a range of musculoskeletal issues. Lakeside Spine and Wellness, led by Dr. Andrew Kiper, Dr. Samuel Pare, Dr. Ivette Mendez, and Dr. Roman Lahr, employs Motion Palpation techniques to identify stiff joint segments that could benefit from manipulation. Conversely, overly mobile joint segments, such as the mid-cervical spine for most patients, usually don't require manipulation and can be effectively addressed through MDT or alternative exercises.
Myofascial release and massage therapy target the body's tight fascia, employing various techniques such as using thumbs, knuckles, elbows, or specialized tools to gradually stretch the constricted fascia with moderate pressure. Direct myofascial release aims to alter the myofascial structures through stretching and elongating the fascia or mobilizing adherent tissues. Practitioners methodically work through the layers of fascia until reaching the deeper tissues. Conversely, the indirect method employs gentle stretching with minimal pressure, encouraging the fascia to naturally "unwind." This gentle traction prompts increased blood flow and heat in the area, facilitating the body's intrinsic ability to self-correct, thereby alleviating discomfort and restoring optimal bodily function.
Acupuncture involves inserting fine needles into strategic points on your skin. A cornerstone of traditional Chinese medicine, it's predominantly used for pain relief. Today, it's gaining recognition for promoting overall health, especially in stress management. According to traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture aims to restore balance to the body's energy flow, known as chi or qi, by stimulating specific points along meridian pathways.
People
Dr. Andrew Kiper
Owner / Clinic Director / Chiropractic Physician / Webster Cert
Andrew Kiper (founder of Lakeside Spine & Wellness) moved to Chicago in 2001 from Bloomington, IL to attend Columbia College. He majored in TV/Film production with a minor in American Sign Language. While working in the film and television industry he began to have neck pain for no apparent reason. After months of chronic pain, headaches and muscle stiffness, he was introduced to Chiropractic medicine. Growing up in a family that relied strictly on traditional Western medicine, he was a bit unsure if Chiropractic or conservative care of any kind would work for him. After three visits with his new Chiropractor, the pain had completely vanished and he felt better than ever before! He was immediately drawn to the profession and within a few weeks had decided to leave his job and go back to school to become a Chiropractor himself! In school, he soon realized he had a natural ability and passion for helping people suffering with any type of pain find lasting relief without the need for endl
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Lakeside Spine & Wellness
5100 N Ravenswood Ave, suite 107
Chicago, IL 60640
773 828 9506
Reviews (12)
Laura Folkl
Apr 08, 2024
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Excellent experience withe the entire team to include the front desk crew, Dr. Pare and Ken for massage. I consider visits to Lakeside an essential part of my wellness routine. Dr. Pare emphasizes his continuing education and incorporates that knowledge into his treatment protocols. He works not just on isolated aches and pains but with the bigger health picture in mind.
He's seen me through TMJ and plantar fasciitis in addition to back, hip and neck pain, and is happy to work in coordination with other doctors or physical therapists. The PysiApp is helpful for remembering your at-home exercise program. Highly recommend the team at Lakeside!
He's seen me through TMJ and plantar fasciitis in addition to back, hip and neck pain, and is happy to work in coordination with other doctors or physical therapists. The PysiApp is helpful for remembering your at-home exercise program. Highly recommend the team at Lakeside!
Chase Sanders
Mar 24, 2024
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I'd recommend Lakeside Spine & Wellness for anyone experiencing back pain. Dr. Roman designed a treatment plan that not only addressed the pain, but also included strategies to prevent recurrences. I completed my program today with my back pain gone, and I'm confident that I now have the tools to remain pain-free.
Rebecca DeCoster
Feb 23, 2024
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Laura Lane
Feb 19, 2024
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Jennifer Eicher
Feb 17, 2024
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Krista Coniglio
Dec 27, 2023
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Steven Eikenbary
May 25, 2023
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My wife and I tried Dr. Kiper & Co. on the recommendation of our trainer and have had a completely eye-opening experience. Both of us have different lingering joint pain issues that Dr. Kiper was able to rapidly address. He provided basic, quick daily stretching routines that have significantly helped our issues and put us on a path to long term comfort.
Their approach to healthcare is extremely refreshing; he will tell you in your first appointment that his goal is to teach you how to be healthier and establish a routine on your own, to the point where you no longer need his help down the road (which he admits is a horrible business model, but the absolute right thing to do!). For a few months we saw him and his team regularly for check-ins and advancements in our at-home stretching routines, and as we improved the appointments were less frequent.
We're now at the point where we have infrequent check-ins for ongoing maintenance and have been extremely happy with the results and care provided. We are also regular users of Ken, the in-house massage therapist, and we have nothing but high praise for his work. Dr. Kiper and the team all communicate well across different services / patients / providers, so Ken is always up to speed on your latest aches and pains and can get down to business right away. As I'm writing this review, I'm realizing it's been too long since I have gone to see Ken, so I will be stopping now to go make another massage appointment ASAP!
Their approach to healthcare is extremely refreshing; he will tell you in your first appointment that his goal is to teach you how to be healthier and establish a routine on your own, to the point where you no longer need his help down the road (which he admits is a horrible business model, but the absolute right thing to do!). For a few months we saw him and his team regularly for check-ins and advancements in our at-home stretching routines, and as we improved the appointments were less frequent.
We're now at the point where we have infrequent check-ins for ongoing maintenance and have been extremely happy with the results and care provided. We are also regular users of Ken, the in-house massage therapist, and we have nothing but high praise for his work. Dr. Kiper and the team all communicate well across different services / patients / providers, so Ken is always up to speed on your latest aches and pains and can get down to business right away. As I'm writing this review, I'm realizing it's been too long since I have gone to see Ken, so I will be stopping now to go make another massage appointment ASAP!
Doug Kerwin
Jan 06, 2023
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I had an outstanding experience here. I arrived in Chicago visiting from out of town and a lower back issue that had been brewing got much worse the first morning I woke up in Chicago. Being a Saturday on a holiday weekend I didn't have much hope of finding an emergency chiropractor but I found Lakeside who returned my call and offered me an appointment that morning with Dr. Mendez who was amazing.
She got me into much better shape walking out than I walked in and left me with the tools I'd need to maintain on my own for the next couple days so I'd be in good enough shape for the flight home. She spent a lot of time with me and explained everything very well. If I lived in Chicago I would continue to see her.
She got me into much better shape walking out than I walked in and left me with the tools I'd need to maintain on my own for the next couple days so I'd be in good enough shape for the flight home. She spent a lot of time with me and explained everything very well. If I lived in Chicago I would continue to see her.
Kelly Erickson
Oct 04, 2022
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Dr Pare is an exceptional doctor, attentive and knowledgeable about so much! Helped with not just the immediate discomfort but worked to ensure I had the right exercises to improve mobility and strength. Highly recommend - after years of quick adjustment chiropractic care I can't recommend this robust practice enough!
Franklin Walters
Dec 14, 2018
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Dr. Kiper helped me more with my back pain in eight visits than the hundreds of appointments I had over the past three years with another chiropractic office. His philosophy is to help patients help themselves, rather than keep them coming back for perpetual adjustments. He showed me exercises and simple changes I could make to help promote healing and keep my back pain from recurring. I cannot recommend him highly enough. The massage therapists working here are amazing too. I wish I could have found Lakeside Spine & Wellness much sooner!
Laura Mobley
Nov 14, 2018
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Dr. Kiper and his team are amazing and I highly recommend them! I had really bad hip pain due to poor form while lifting weights, which made it difficult to move around easily. Not only did my pain decrease dramatically after the first visit, Dr. Kiper helped me get back to my active lifestyle and normal mobility within a short amount of time. He explains everything really well and gives you exercises you can do at home to help prevent future injuries. Also, the massages by Brandon were amazing! I've never had massages that were so effective.
Dino Tanovic
Sep 14, 2018
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Working with Dr. Kiper and his team has been amazing! My back pain started to get better after the first appointment and now a few treatments in I'm feeling better than I have in a long time. I'm surprised with how quickly I've seen results not just decreasing the pain but not having it return as well. He tailors the treatment plan to your needs and changes it as you respond to it. I could not be any happier with my experience.