Balance Chicago was founded in 2006 by Dr. Michele Kehrer, PT, DPT. Dr. Kehrer started Balance Chicago to help those that typically are not helped by other medical professionals. She wanted to change the way physical therapy was offered to be more patient focused rather than impairment focused. It is important that each patient is treated as a whole person not a body part.
Getting the root cause is imperative to each person's care. She likes to say that we practice the art of medicine here at Balance Chicago. Michele is an innovator in the field of vestibular rehabilitation whose work has been featured in such publications as Martha Stewart Living and Oprah Magazine.
Getting the root cause is imperative to each person's care. She likes to say that we practice the art of medicine here at Balance Chicago. Michele is an innovator in the field of vestibular rehabilitation whose work has been featured in such publications as Martha Stewart Living and Oprah Magazine.
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Balance Chicago was opened in 2006 by Dr. Michele Kehrer with the goal to focus on patients over impairments. It's important each patient is treated as a whole person, not as just a body part. Getting the root cause is imperative to each person's care.
We specialize in vestibular rehabilitation, which includes a variety of disorders including benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), labyrinthitis and vestibular neuritis, concussions, and Meniere's disease.More than 90 percent of our patients report complete alleviation of their symptoms.
We specialize in vestibular rehabilitation, which includes a variety of disorders including benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), labyrinthitis and vestibular neuritis, concussions, and Meniere's disease.More than 90 percent of our patients report complete alleviation of their symptoms.
Orthopedic physical therapy refers to physical therapy for disorders or dysfunction of your musculoskeletal system. Our physical therapists are skilled in the evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of all of these problems and more.
They are experts in assessing your movement and developing a plan to help you move better with less pain and more efficiency by using their manual therapy skills, therapeutic exercise, and education to return to you to your life with personalized care.We work with you through empathetic care to empower you to embrace your challenges and restore your function to get you to your goals.
They are experts in assessing your movement and developing a plan to help you move better with less pain and more efficiency by using their manual therapy skills, therapeutic exercise, and education to return to you to your life with personalized care.We work with you through empathetic care to empower you to embrace your challenges and restore your function to get you to your goals.
Balance Chicago specializes in vestibular rehabilitation. We treat a variety of vestibular problems including benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), labyrinthitis and vestibular neuritis (vestibulopathy), migraines, concussions, and Meniere's disease. More than 90 percent of our patients report complete relief of their dizziness after completing their plan of care.
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The Visflex is a unique and crucial treatment tool to fix your dizziness. This is accomplished by fixing your gaze on a target while performing various head movements simultaneously. This will improve your ability to focus and concentrate on daily tasks. As you improve, we will increase the difficulty to improve your balance.
Reviews (24)
Elizabeth F.
Oct 03, 2021
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I found Balance Chicago in March after experiencing a few month of dizziness. I worked with Kylie, who was amazing, and am happy to report that after our once a week sessions my dizziness problems have all but disappeared. I have nothing but good things to say about Balance Chicago--they were organized, professional, helpful, and were able to help me regularly over Zoom since I don't live in Chicago. Thank you!
Rebecca Zamborsky
Sep 15, 2021
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T. Pearson
Sep 06, 2021
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If you want your reviews deleted by the coordinator because she doesn't like your opinions, don't go to Yelp. In fact, they choose Google for easier access to control what you put. The owner doesn't care about her employees. Literally told me she has my back and was here for me, turned around emailed me saying I was terminated knowing I have been extremely ill. The two put on the fake smiles to keep business. Trust, I was even told to throw away potential referrals for patients when their tones weren't at an appropriate level for them, saying they don't need them there.
Wendy Leopold
Aug 04, 2021
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What a wonderful team.I suffered from movement-and exercise-induced vertigo, dizziness and nausea for months before going to Balance Chicago. Their PTs diagnosed my issues and competently treated them in their facility and provided exercises for home. Their support staff are terrific. Don’t wait for your symptoms to stop on their own. They often don’t. Let Balance Chicago’s terrific crew work their magic!
Jen Warner
Jul 07, 2021
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I honestly cannot say how lifesaving Balance Chicago has been during a simultaneous episode of vestibular migraine and bi-lateral BPPV. Kylie is extraordinarily knowledgeable and incredibly skillful. In just a week I am improving and have learned so much about what’s going on, why, and how to treat it, all of which has been reassuring as I continue down the road of recovery.
Alexandra Mebane
Jun 27, 2021
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I cannot say enough good about my experience with Balance Chicago!!! I worked mainly with Maria (though everyone I worked with was great- shout out to Kylie as well!!) and she was AWESOME. I had been struggling with intermittent vertigo and dizziness for years. I just came to accept that my allergies would never let me lead a dizzy free life outside of the winter months. Maria was so thorough and patient with me (the dizziness had made me incredibly anxious to try a lot of things) and built a program for me that fit my crazy schedule and my goals. I didn’t think I’d achieve a dizzy free life
Lindsay Baskin
May 05, 2021
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I had vertigo earlier this winter of 2021. I went to an ENT thinking I had an ear infection or an allergy but didn’t fully understand what was causing my vertigo? My doctor told me to go to physical therapy to get cured. I am so glad I searched for a physical therapy establishment that specialized in vestibular nerve disorders. The therapists took time to correctly diagnose me and explain exactly what was happening. The exercises were not only fun but really helped correct my imbalance. The home exercises really enhance your recovery. I’m so great full for the therapists knowledge and experience
Wendy Weingarten
Apr 15, 2021
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Balance Chicago has helped me on my way to becoming the best me I can be! I am always grateful for the healing that happens when I am there. The therapists are thoughtful, caring and really understand my needs! I am beyond impressed with Balance Chicago! Kylie, Maria and Michele looked after my well being in such a personal way, that has allowed me to return to my usual activities!
Jarrett T.
Mar 20, 2021
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I couldn't recommend the Balance team enough! I was able to work with different members of the team and they were all great. We were making great progress on my scapular pain; when my insurance suddenly stopped covering my visit, they were very helpful in resolving the issue! I'm not sure what the poor reviews on billing are about because they didn't invent the American healthcare system, but they did the best they can working within it. Overall, would definitely recommend the whole team for their friendliness, helpfulness, and the efficacy of their treatment plans!
Kevin Kilmartin
Mar 19, 2021
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I'm so happy I found Balance Chicago. I'd been suffering with back pain for a few weeks and had seen a chiropractor whose treatment was not doing anything who then told me I needed to wear a back brace. Something told me that this didn't feel right for me so I went to Balance on recommendation of my trainer. From the intake process right through to my "graduation/discharge" it was a great experience. Kylie was patient and skilled and thanks to her expert care, I'm now walking around with no pain. You can tell that the team really cares about their patients. For example, I couldn't make my sessions
Abby Blachman
Jan 30, 2021
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Nina L.
Jan 31, 2020
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Balance Chicago was a great choice for me to work on my issues of vertigo and balance. My therapist Josh was terrific! I appreciated his professionalism and knowledge. He patiently answered questions and I learned a lot. He took my blood pressure and discovered it was high so he recommended that I see my doctor. He expressed serious concern about it. I realized maybe I do need to see a doctor, so I was lucky I saw a heart specialist the very same day. I came to find I did have a problem and because of Josh it's now being handled. I can sincerely say thank you Josh, I think you saved my life
Colleen S.
Sep 30, 2019
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This whole operation seems to be very focused on making money. They did tests that in my opinion did not provide any more value over and over again, and kept asking when I could come in next even though my symptoms were gone. It feels sketchy and more about squeezing as much money as you can out of you than actually just solving the problem.
Helen P.
Jun 05, 2019
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Alex S.
Apr 03, 2019
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I recently visited Balance Chicago for diagnosis and treatment of vestibular neuritis after over a year of chronic dizziness and I had such a positive experience. I now find myself in the odd position of wanting to brag about finally being able to do simple things like go to the grocery store or taking a casual walk through my neighborhood without distress. My physical therapy has made such a big difference in helping me engage in my normal daily activities again. I primarily worked with Monica and Clayton during the six weeks of my physical therapy. They did such a good job of explaining what
Emily L.
Mar 22, 2019
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I'm such a fan of my PT's! I have come to them in two different occasions for two different injuries and they helped me through both times. First, they got me through my first marathon, helping me with just general issues that cropped up. I'm no runner, and my body was very confused. They listened to me complain about my aches and pains and I left always few better than when I came in. A year later they helped me through a knee injury, letting me cry tears of frustration and supporting me when my orthopedist didn't listen. When I got a second opinion and had surgery, it ended
Caroline P.
Feb 03, 2019
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Balance chicago is run like a factory where my PT ( while only sitting in middle of room on his laptop the whole time on each apptmt and gave assignments to the assistants and the assistants basically shuttled me around to each area while I had hardly any time with the main PT. I have been to a lot of PTs over the year as I'm 50 and I know when something is wrong and I have never seen anything more negligent . There was almost no hands on therapy . *The worst part of it all was I told them and showed them my neck MRIs which showed serious neck injuries that by all vestibular standards ( I
Sonia S.
Oct 12, 2018
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Bryce fixed me!!! lol I was in so much back pain that I thought I might need surgery. But coming here they knew exactly what was happening and helped me get better. Within a few weeks I was back to normal and able to get back to my routine workouts. Everyone is so friendly and patient!! Thank you so much for all your help!!
I cannot recommend them enough. If you're hurting, don't wait!! Come see them. It's a one stop shop.
I cannot recommend them enough. If you're hurting, don't wait!! Come see them. It's a one stop shop.
Kelly B.
Jul 05, 2018
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Megan W.
Apr 19, 2017
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I suffered from debilitating migraines for 5 years... then made an appointment at Balance Chicago. My friend Michele Kehrer is the founder. She literally drew on a napkin a diagram of what happens to the blood vessels when you get a migraine... and how it can lead to a brain aneurysm if not treated. That was all the motivation I needed to make an appointment... lol They identified the source of my migraine and I hardly get them anymore, when I do they are very mild. I can't thank them enough!
Liz A.
Mar 13, 2017
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Ike family. They sincerely care about you as a person.
Too many names to mention, but I love them all. I would recommend balance chicago to anyone with ms, cb, head trauma, and also...any sort of muscle rehab. My mom and husband are planning appointments! Also---Juli does
the most amazing chiropractic and acupuncture you've ever had. Walk (don't run!) to 1 east Erie. They will help with insurance and easy payments. They really understand the frustration
Too many names to mention, but I love them all. I would recommend balance chicago to anyone with ms, cb, head trauma, and also...any sort of muscle rehab. My mom and husband are planning appointments! Also---Juli does
the most amazing chiropractic and acupuncture you've ever had. Walk (don't run!) to 1 east Erie. They will help with insurance and easy payments. They really understand the frustration
Lynn G.
May 29, 2015
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Everyone here at Lifestyle has been amazing! I have been a dental hygienist for 18 years and started having trouble gripping my instruments and having some wrist pain. The Lifestyle staff has worked on my shoulder, neck, and wrist. I am well on my way to recovery! Thank you so much Michele and staff for the amazing work you do so I can continue to do the work I do!!!
Mary L.
Dec 16, 2012
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Really amazing and caring staff. From the moment you enter the door you are treated as a whole person and not just a case of symptoms. Each and everyone here truly listens to you and works to get you back to where you were, and even better. Being a very physically active person, and having injured myself in a pretty severe manner - I tore a nerve in my arm, I am so glad I found this physical therapy center. Not only did they give me personal and individual cutting edge treatment but they took the time to listen which really helped me to get thru the pain and emotional distress.
I've recommended
I've recommended
Martin C.
Oct 13, 2012
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Yelp, periodically you are ridiculous. I see this business has only 4 reviews visible to the public, why? Why do you filter ALL the positive reviews? Did you not learn anything from the numerous class action lawsuits against Yelp where you were allegedly only posting negative reviews and then charging businesses extra fees to have their rankings improved? Why?
This is an INCREDIBLE business. I have spent 20 years in the medical field and this business' intake, treatment area, skill level and dedication are all to be recognized and praised.
I give Yelp one star.
This is an INCREDIBLE business. I have spent 20 years in the medical field and this business' intake, treatment area, skill level and dedication are all to be recognized and praised.
I give Yelp one star.
