TPTA offers in-home, telehealth, and in-person treatments at our Downtown & Fulton Market locations in Chicago, IL. We offer a variety of services including bike fits, video-based running analysis, wellness appointments, evaluations, follow-up treatment sessions pertaining to the derived plan of care, sports massages, blood flow restriction sessions, and more, all of which are described in detail under ‘Services’. 

During wellness and follow-up appointments, techniques that may be used to treat your impairments include but are not limited to: thrust and non-thrust joint mobilization, soft tissue & fascial mobilization, scar tissue mobilization, manual traction, trigger point and deep tissue release, trigger point dry needling, taping, passive range of motion, therapeutic exercises, neuromuscular re-education, gait training, balance/proprioceptive training, and other therapeutic activities.

“If somebody’s not obsessed with what they do, we don’t speak the same language.”

Kobe bryant

Hey,

MY NAME IS DR. ALEX ANDERSON, BUT YOU CAN JUST CALL ME ALEX. I AM A doctor OF PHYSICAL THERAPY, who is FELLOWSHIP-TRAINED IN ORTHOPAEDIC MANUAL PHYSICAL THERAPY, dry needling certified, and also treat women’s health conditions.

I am from the D.C. area originally and will always call Maryland home. I also have a special place in my heart for California, as that is where I received my PT education. My Fellowship program at the University of Illinois at Chicago brought me to the midwest, which is where I am currently practicing.

My passion for starting The Physical Therapy Academy is to treat pain and movement dysfunction. I believe we are all meant to move and achieve pain free, efficient movement. This is my goal for all my clients. My knowledge of pain science, motor control, and exercise physiology allows me to incorporate techniques to retrain faulty movement.

In addition to orthopaedics, I also treat a variety of women’s health conditions. Believe it or not, the pelvic floor also consists of muscle, which needs to be strong and functional, just like the rest of the body.

By providing one-on-one, personalized care, I have discovered that better movement is possible for anyone willing to take on the challenge. The best part is that by working together, we can achieve this through thorough, efficient, and effective collaboration. So let’s get in touch and get you on your way to better movement.

ALEX ANDERSON

PT,DPT

My name is Lauren Carter, though I have to admit — Dr. Carter has a nice ring to it.

I earned my undergraduate degree in Neuroscience with a minor in Kinesiology from the University of Texas at Austin (Hook ’em!). After completing my Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at Northwestern University, I decided to stay in the incredible city of Chicago; however, Las Vegas will always be my home.

With clinical experience in sports medicine and post-operative rehabilitation—particularly ACL reconstruction and meniscal repair—I have developed a passion for helping individuals not only recover, but exceed their baseline function. I am especially interested in integrating my background in Neuroscience and mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) clinical research with physical therapy to optimize rehabilitation.

Outside the clinic, I enjoy playing indoor and beach volleyball, cooking, and photography, often capturing moments and noting down recipes from my travels.

I pride myself on working with my patients—learning about their unique goals, activities, and motivations—to design individualized treatment plans that empower them throughout recovery. Let's do it together!

Hi, my name is Harris Khan (pronounced HAR-ISS).

I earned my Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science and am currently practicing at The Physical Therapy Academy in Chicago. While Chicago is home now, I enjoy working with people from all backgrounds and movement experiences.

I work with individuals experiencing chronic pain, strength and mobility limitations, balance challenges, and other conditions that make everyday movement more difficult. I believe physical therapy should be personalized, practical, and collaborative, which is why I take the time to understand each patient’s unique goals and lifestyle.

My approach combines hands-on treatment, movement-based exercise, and patient education to support long-term recovery. I also enjoy helping patients better understand how movement habits and daily routines play a role in how they feel and function.

Outside of the clinic, I value staying active and continually learning ways to improve overall health and movement. I’m a proud member of the American Physical Therapy Association and the Illinois Physical Therapy Association.

I’m passionate about working alongside my patients to build confidence, restore movement, and help them get back to doing what they love. Let’s get started!

My name is Chris Hagan — and yes, I’m one of those people who genuinely loves both the clinic and the classroom.

I’m a licensed physical therapist and Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy at Midwestern University, where I also serve as a mentor for physical therapy residency and fellowship programs. I’m currently pursuing a PhD in Health Sciences, which allows me to stay deeply connected to both research and clinical practice.

I’m a Board-Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) and a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists (FAAOMPT). My clinical interests include orthopaedic and sports rehabilitation, manual therapy and joint mobilization, chronic spine pain, and temporomandibular disorders. At the core of my work is a passion for helping people move better, feel stronger, and understand their bodies more clearly.

I believe physical therapy works best when patients feel informed, supported, and empowered. My approach blends evidence-based care with hands-on treatment and thoughtful education, so patients not only recover—but feel confident returning to the activities they enjoy.

When I’m not teaching or treating, I enjoy continuing to learn, mentor, and collaborate with others in the profession. I’m passionate about shaping both strong outcomes for my patients and the future of physical therapy as a whole.

Let’s get to work.

Hey there, I’m Armando Saleh. Great to meet you!

I am a certified personal trainer. My passion for fitness was developed as an athlete. In order to stay competitive and healthy as a high level athlete I became obsessed with educating myself with most effective ways to accomplish my goals in the gym.

Over the years as a trainer I have been able to develop detailed personal training programs that tailor specifically to a client’s needs. Whether it is slimming down, gaining strength, and/or everything in between I will walk you through a step by step program on how to accomplish your goal.