Flex Forward Physical Therapy & Wellness LLC - Grayslake, Illinois

Elizabeth M. V.

Working with Dr Jake has been incredible. In our short time together, he has helped me identify problem areas and works with me to get the treatment I need for long term pain relief. He's attentive to my needs, patient with my questions and has excellent bedside manner. I could not recommend him more!

JiIl B.

Dr. Jake is awesome! I was considering quitting CrossFit due to back pain from lifting. He fixed my form on a number of lifts and I no longer suffer. In addition to that, he found I needed to work on ankle flexibility which improved my squatting ability. He also helped with shoulder pain from golf, overhead lifting, etc. I have worked on strengthening my lats to activate which relieves shoulder pressure. I would highly recommend him to anyone. He is a pleasure to work with and very knowledgeable!

Kar L. W.

I’ve just started working with Dr. Jake to rehab my ankles and knees, and the experience has been outstanding. He combines sharp clinical assessments with a genuine willingness to listen - not just to my concerns, but also to my ideas.

He approaches the body and movement as a connected system, not as separate sets of symptoms. He’s truly hands-on, using manual therapy and making real-time adjustments to ensure I’m in proper form during exercises.

As someone who’s hypermobile and has dealt with chronic pain, this level of care and attention makes a huge difference. I travel 1.5 hours each way from Chicago to see him, and it’s absolutely worth it.

Dave W.

I met with Dr. Jake at Flex Forward in an effort to find something more effective than massage therapy and more comprehensive than a chiropractor. The treatment focused on joint mobility in my upper spine/neck, shoulders, and back, as well as nerve activation in my neck and head. I went into the appointment with migraine pain (about a 4/10) and significant vertigo. During the appointment, the migraine and vertigo were both reduced. A few hours later, the migraine pain and vertigo were all but gone. Amazing results--in ONE visit. The recommended treatment protocol is weekly or bi-weekly, supplemented with specific exercises to maintain mobility. This treatment would benefit every veteran who has ever carried a rucksack...so many of us carry a lot of tension and tightness in our shoulders and neck (frequently that we're not even aware of!) that inhibits our body's ability actually relax. This treatment is a game changer. HIGHLY recommend Dr. Jake!

Julia C. J.

Simply the best! Dr. Jake’s friendly demeanor, knowledge of the body and skill level make him such a well - rounded PT. If you are looking for physical therapy, I cannot recommend him enough. I’ve sought other healing modalities for a lifelong skeletal issue, I’ve never left an appointment feeling more armed with information about how to care for myself than I did after my first session with Jake! Truly Expertise and care you can trust.

Myles M.

Jake gave me a free appointment to evaluate me, I'm a fighter with a lotta issues from a lotta mistakes I've made. My ankle hasn't had mobility in 10+ years and my low back is a mess. The fact Jake within 30 minutes not only identified the issue, but ISSUES i have! The way Jake communicates is very easy to understand. He was very and still is very passionate about helping me. Genuinely has already changed my quality of life. My ankle from that one appointment is feeling much better and gave me many good tips that are working. GO SEE JAKE!!

Jennifer P.

Dr Jake has been working to restore full mobility and reduce pain in my shoulder following an injury. With the hands-on therapy and home exercises (always do your home exercises) I have seen steady improvements. Strength and ROM have also become better and much improved. This is after just 6/10 sessions.

Cristina K.

Dr Jake provided exceptional care for my shoulder injury. Within just a couple weeks, he helped me regain full range of motion through targeted exercises and hands-on treatment. What truly set him apart was his attention to the mental aspects of recovery - he understood my fears and hesitation, working patiently to rebuild my confidence.
His consistent check-ins and genuine concern for my progress made each session comfortable and productive. The personalized care plan and detailed explanations helped me understand my recovery journey every step of the way.
While I still have a journey ahead to become completely pain-free, I'm confident that following his prescribed plan will get me there. His expertise and guidance have given me a clear path forward.
I highly recommend him to anyone seeking physical therapy. Thanks, Jake for your dedication and compassionate approach to helping me heal both physically and mentally.