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Free Body PT
Physical Therapist2618 W Division St, Chicago, IL4.97
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4.99
Bedside manner
5.00
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Free Body PT
2618 W Division St, Ste B, Chicago, IL 60622
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Free Body PT
We are a locally owned physical therapy practice which provides 45 minute appointments one on one with a physical therapist. No techs, no aids. We prioritize ongoing education and with our therapists to ensure the optimal outcome and experience for our patients.
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.97
Wait time
4.99
Bedside manner
5.00
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Marc listened to everything I wanted to say about my back pains, and it was easy to talk to him throughout the session about what I was feeling. He was incredibly knowledgeable and was able to diagnose what was contributing to my back pain, and creating a plan on how to address it. I’m looking forward to continuing physical therapy with this team!
October 12, 2023Joshua M.Verified patient
Marc and Marissa are amazing!
March 4, 2023Ben F.Verified patient
Marc is an incredible person and physical therapist. He genuinely cares about your health and recovery and is with you every step of the journey. Very knowledgeable and takes the time to explain exactly what is happening to your body. Marc is attentive and thorough and really attempts to get to the root of the issue (unlike other therapists i've seen). In addition to being great at what he does, he is kind and charismatic and I would highly recommend!
CBVerified patient
I was referred to Free Body PT and Dr. Marc Guillen for back pain.
As a doctor myself, I have to be honest I was skeptical of doing therapy to get better. But my orthopedic surgeon referred me to Free Body and after a thorough assessment and one session in which Marc worked with me one on one therapy, I could feel a significant difference! Marc gave me exercises to do every day and they provide immediate relief and I can feel my back getting stronger each week. I now can walk long distances without discomfort and my back doesn’t get tied in knots so easily. And if I feel a twinge of pain I immediately do the prescribed exercises and break the spasms. I highly recommend Free Body
• Steve Dayan, MD
SDVerified patient
I originally found Marc back in 2021 for a few issues related to my hip and shoulder to get back into working condition for a fitness test. Within a few months I was 100% back to normal.
More recently, I developed a wrist problem where it would hurt to bend my hand back or have any weight placed against it in the same position. Through the course of a few exercises and manual therapy that was more than intense, I was able to put weight on the wrist along with mobility. Just look at the before and after photo!
I trust Marc with pretty much any flexibility/mobility issue because he has all the knowledge and wants to get me back to 100% as soon as possible!
TOVerified patient
I went here to treat my back pain and related post-surgery ankle problems, after I had become frustrated with the assembly-line-like treatment from PT's like Athletico. This was a welcome breath of fresh air; even though it's a small place, the personal attention was vastly different from the larger PT places I've been to, and their manipulations / treatments were super effective. Not only that, Marc and Marisa are some of the friendliest, most knowledgeable , and trustworthy PT's I've ever met, with excellent communication and attention to detail.
TGVerified patient
I worked with Dr. Marc Guillen to resolve a periodic back problem. His attention to detail and his ability to listen and ask the right questions was important to identify my problem and recommend solutions. The office was great with private areas and a more open equipment area.
SWVerified patient
I found Free Body PT after injuring my left shoulder while exercising. After talking to a specialist he recommended PT. I'm extraordinarily glad I found Marc and Marissa. I primarily worked with Marc due to schedules but occasionally saw Marissa and found both to be extremely helpful and attentive.
The first session was longer than all the others and involved a lot of questions, trying different body movements to see what my current abilities were, and describing what caused pain. After that I saw Marc twice a week for a while then after a few months it went down to once every 2 weeks.
The first half of most sessions involve Marc evaluating my progress, talking about any difficulties I had since last seeing them, and then massaging/loosening tight areas. The second half of the session will generally focus on showing Marc how the exercises he assigned last time are going, doing the exercises, and then him trying out new ones. He does a good job of listening to me and taking in the information & allowing it to affect the exercises he suggests.
PT takes a while but I've seen the majority of my strength and flexibility return.
Overall, excellent experience with the doctors themselves. And the scheduling process is very easy to do online or in-person.
I'm continuing to see Marc as my PT continues and if I ever need more PT in the future I'll definitely go back to him.
DSVerified patient
From a customer's standpoint, I couldn't ask for more. I went into the clinic looking for information and a solution to my problem. Marc found the target area and helped me overcome the regular discomfort I was experiencing for several years. He gave me tips on prevention and I can honestly say that I can't remember the last time I felt this good.
I am adding to this review because I have now seen Marc for about 2 years since my original post. Since then, I have been practically pain free from my original symptoms. I have increased my exercise routine which includes playing basketball twice a week. Marc's focus on strengthening the core has really paid dividends. He also taught me a set of stretches before and after basketball. All of this has also helped because I recently became a new father. Even with all the increased physical activity (carrying the baby) my body feels great. I can't thank Marc enough!
MKVerified patient
Mark Guillen treated me very successfully 7 years ago for right knee pain and back spasms while with the Advocate medical group.
When these problems returned recently after I fractured my hip, I went back to the Advocate Physical Therapy group. Unfortunately Mr. Guillen was no longer there. The woman I saw gave was inexperienced. She gave me some exercises to do that proved ineffective and spent about 5 minutes demonstrating them. No hands on manipulation of my back.
So I returned to Mr. Guillen. He manipulated my back hands on, made videos on my phone of the exercises and made sure I knew how to do them correctly. After a few weeks, the resulting improvements were dramatic. He is in a class above other physical therapists I have seen in the past 20 years.
RRVerified patient
I came to Free Body because I threw my back out and was have sciatic pain into my left foot from my lower back. The pain was so bad I could not even sit, drive to work, or even do daily house chores. At first I went to a chiropractor and quickly realized that was not helping any of my pain if anything it was making it worse. Then I decided to come see Marc at Free Body. He is great to work with and actually cares about helping you. Marc can perform adjustments, gives you specific exercises to do and helps set goals for each exercise. He spends time with you and makes sure you understand what's going with you body so you don't hurt yourself again. Marc is very easy to work with, I run my own business so I understand customer service which is very important to me. I should have seen Marc before my injury which could have possibly helped prevent it. Highly recommend this place.
HNVerified patient
As a doctor, my neck, upper back and wrist are always tense. With time, this caused me a lot of pain. I had this issue for a long time until I met Marc. He is very knowledgeable and thorough. I’m amazed how much improvement I developed after 1 visit, he found the issue right away and gave me the exercises I needed. I will definitely keep returning to him. He is the best! THANK YOU MARC!
SFVerified patient
I was a patient at Free Body off and on from 2017 to 2019, and again in 2022. As a competitive volleyball player and a swing dancer, my body gets beat up. Free Body has allowed me to stay active by helping me work through pain issues on both knees and a shoulder. I couldn't imagine a better physical therapist. Marc is very personable, and his knowledge of joints, muscles, and how everything ties together is outstanding. Great suggestions on home exercises and a lot of attention to fixing the root-cause of the problem and not just addressing symptoms.
JOVerified patient
You want the BEST???? GO HERE NOW! Why? I'll tell you. I run my own biz and am at the top of my game so I know when I see someone else at the top of their game. Mark is on point. I've always been super active. This has led me to a few different physical therapists in different cities over time. This place tops them ALL. I went in for neck pain from a car crash. Marc was able to help with that as well as some other injuries that happened while I was seeing him. This place will get you fixed up and teach you how to keep from coming back from the same injuries.
I have an eye for details , I'm VERY picky , can be hard to work with and I NEVER leave reviews for anything.
That's how good Marc is.
+++++++++++positive vibes to all
CAVerified patient
I saw Marc about some issues I was having with my wrist. He not only has a great amount of knowledge as a PT and seems to genuinely care about his patients, but he also seems to have a passion and excitement for the subject, which isn't something I've witnessed in most of my other doctor visits.
NBVerified patient
Simply put, Marc is a healer. Impatient as I am, I wanted my problem "fixed" in one session, but Marc's understanding of how the body works and his clear, careful explanation of the therapy and exercises needed were enormously helpful in understanding his process and the relief it brought. Doesn't hurt that he is a friendly and personable individual. Highly recommended.
SBVerified patient
Marc is an incredible person and physical therapist. He genuinely cares about your health and recovery and is with you every step of the journey. Very knowledgeable and takes the time to explain exactly what is happening to your body. Marc is attentive and thorough and really attempts to get to the root of the issue (unlike other therapists I've seen). In addition to being great at what he does, he is kind and charismatic and I would highly recommend him.
DLVerified patient
Dr. Marc is an amazing Physiocal therapist and his skills justify his status as a "Fellow" in the P.T field. Knowledgeable and personable- he makes a treatment session as fun and indformative as a doctor visit can be.
He not only treats you- he gives you a regimen to keep improving and strengthening your issue when you arent going to be seeing him. Bonus, his office staff is efficient and friendly- making billing and setting appointments an esy process.
Don't miss him if you need some physical therapy treatments!
SBVerified patient
Marc is a fantastic Physical Therapist. His patience, friendliness, enthusiasm and knowledge exceeds expectations. Despite multiple chronic injuries between back, hip, leg and a ton of backlogged frustration from previous failed PT visits with Atheltico and similar clinics, Marc was able to instill confidence that together we could get me back to my preferred fitness levels. Marc truly cares about his patients and their successes. His goal is to get you out of his clinic and back to doing the things you love. He does so by listening, creating treatment plans that work within your lifestyle and finding practical ways to help you stick to your plan to ultimately reach your goals. There are very few doctors I can say I actually enjoy going to, and Marc is one of them.
APVerified patient
If you're reading this review, Marc is the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) you need to see. He genuinely cares about your recovery and customizes your rehabilitation for your specific needs. He sets expectations and makes realistic goals for recovery. It's amazing what knowledge he has and I've learned a lot of how to take care of my body to avoid future injuries.
I interviewed several orthopedics and did the same looking for a therapist. I am glad I found Marc and highly recommend him.
ECVerified patient
I injured my right deltoid doing Yoga. It wasn't unbearable, so I let it go for over a year thinking it would heal with time, and more Yoga. It didn't. Though the injury wasn't as evident as when it first occurred, I knew it hadn't resolved. It remained dormant during that period, returning to the threshold whenever I exerted tension in that shoulder. I sought out a PT and was recommended to Dr. Guillen. He was very knowledgeable and was able to diagnose the root cause immediately.
I was fairly skeptical because the exercises emphasized a different part of my body than the shoulder. Though after a short time, following his recommendations, he ended up being spot on and the injury began to heal properly. I highly recommend Marc.
Aside from being very knowledgeable, he was also very personable and easy to get along with.
LDVerified patient
I came in with back pain and within one visits my back was so much better everyone is so sweet and understanding it’s a super comforting place. They made sure that I was never confused and explained everything perfectly. I highly recommend.
YAVerified patient
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Marissa is kind, knowledgeable, and clearly experienced in her field. I am excited to keep working with her.
October 28, 2025Alexis K.Verified patient
Marissa was fantastic, the office was clean, and the staff were great, definitely recommend.
Tatyana G.Verified patient
Marissa is a great PT who is knowledgeable and has great bedside manner!
JMVerified patient
I've seen A LOT of PTs over the years and have found there is a huge range of quality and training. Marissa and the rest of the team at Free Body are some of the best PTs I have ever worked with. Marissa is extremely knowledgeable, explained what was happening with my injured foot and how each treatment and exercise was addressing the problem. Plus, she and the whole staff were so fun, friendly, and caring! Highly recommended!
JJVerified patient
Free Body Physical Therapy helped me recover quickly from an injury. Marissa was great to work with and I was impressed with how she was able to see small movements and recommend adjustments to correct. Through manual therapy and exercises I was able to resume activities I wasn’t able to initially. Marissa and the team made the PT process enjoyable and effective.
RCVerified patient
I spent a couple months working through some back issues with Marissa and it was great! She spent as much time addressing my ongoing pain as she did setting me up for success in the future — I left with new exercises and habits that will help me avoid and mitigate issues down the line. I always looked forward to our sessions and while I'm not planning on getting hurt again anytime soon it's nice to know I have someone to call!
EBVerified patient
I had a great experience seeing Marissa. She was such a good listener and asked really important questions. She explained everything she was doing and educated me about what was going on with my body. She also did dry needling which I had never done before. I woke up this morning and I am honestly shocked by how much relief I got from the dry needling. I can’t believe it. I can’t recommend Marissa more highly and I’m excited to continue to work with her.
May 2, 2024Rebeccah S.Verified patient
Marissa was kind and answered all of my questions. She offered helpful exercises right away and even used my phone to take pictures of me doing them so I could reference them later. Adriana at the desk was helpful and kind in scheduling follow-ups. Excited to keep working here!
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Absolutely amazing experience — highly recommend!
March 12, 2024Zachary L.Verified patient
Marissa and the team at free body is great! She is responsive and tries new things. The team communicates well, so it’s easy to book with anyone
November 22, 2023Emily Q.Verified patient
Dr. Marissa Nemec is a fantastic care provider and her team, equally as helpful and knowledgeable. Would highly recommend to anyone seeking a comfortable, strategic care plan setup for exceptional results.
Jake P.Verified patient
A review long overdue! I looked forward to coming in for every appointment - *everyone* at Free Body was super friendly and welcoming. I specifically worked with Marissa and I really appreciated the plan that she built for me to get back into working order - each week I could feel the progress I was making, and that's all thanks to her putting the time and consideration into learning about and responding to the problems I had. Anywho, 10/10 recommend Free Body - thanks Marissa and team!
JRVerified patient
Marissa is super nice and will listen to all of your concerns. I feel a lot better because of the exercises and advice she gave me and I feel like I’m in control of my healing process. Thank you guys so much.
TCVerified patient
Marissa is a great therapist! She’s knowledgeable, kind and caring.
I received the best therapy ever! One-on-one with my therapist is unique and so personalized!!
She helped me out to recover from a sport injury. In a few weeks, I was ready to come back to soccer, I'm so grateful.
I can’t praise everyone enough!!
WCVerified patient
Professional, friendly, and an excellent communicator. Lucky to have stumbled across Marissa for my back, shoulder and neck injuries.
If you are interested in finding a physical therapist who cares and is interested in seeing her patients succeed - you’ve come to the right place!
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I began physical therapy at Free Body around September of 2022, after having experienced several months of intense upper back/neck pain. I'm a long-distance runner and triathlete, and I was nervous I'd be unable to train for the Chicago Marathon in 2023.
Marissa Nemec was a phenomenal therapist. Not only was she friendly and personable, but she also treated each session over an 8-month period with equal significance, asking detailed questions each time about my progress, pain levels, and what specific goals I had for myself. She explained, in concise terms, exactly which muscles we were working on and which symptoms each stretch was meant to address. Our sessions often included deep-tissue therapy, dry needling, and a variety of at-home exercises. I often left them feeling physically better than I had in weeks.
I'm now three months into marathon training and running up to 12 miles without back pain. Incredibly grateful to Dr. Nemec for getting me back on track!
DHVerified patient
Recommended !
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marissa was so pivotal in helping me recover from my severe neck pain. she is knowledgable, communicative, accepting and very skilled at what she does. i had no idea what dry needling was before she told me about it, and it ended up being something that really improved the intense pain that i was feeling and helped me a lot during my treatment. after working with her and her peers for about a month, i was finally able to get my pain under control. but if anything happens to come up again, i know i'm heading straight back to her!!
March 15, 2023Julia T.Verified patient
I was involved in a pedestrian accident and although I didn’t break anything, I still had pain in my knee that was preventing me from having full range of motion. I went to see Marissa and in a matter of a couple of sessions I started feeling a huge difference. She’s really good at listening your concerns and habits to ensure she gives you actionable steps to take home and help in your recovery. While in session with her, she always made sure our time together was enjoyable and that she worked on my knee in a way I couldn’t do at home. I am so thankful to Marissa because I now have full range of motion back on my knee and I’ll miss coming into seeing her!
IAVerified patient
Excellent people , from my first visit to my recent visit I seen major process. I would say these sessions have helped a lot, they also made sure to educate me very well .
SHVerified patient
My visit was great I love this place. Marc and Marissa get right to work on finding out the problem.and with in days you start seeing results. Highly recommend free Body physical therapy
TWVerified patient
My visit was great. Shout out to Vanessa and Leidy for working with my irregular schedule. Huge thanks to Marissa as well. I'm a performer so I'm always putting my body through a lot, but she always manages to fix me right back up.
WVVerified patient
Marissa is a fantastic Physical Therapist . She made me feel very comfortable with her and made sure to push me healthily. I was definitely hesitant at first to go to physical therapy because I was nervous that it was not going to be worth the money, but it definitely was worth it. I definitely appreciated the one on one interaction and her attention to detail.
JMVerified patient
I had physical therapy with Marissa and was in such excruciating pain. After a few sessions and take home exercises, I felt amazing! Marissa took her time to make sure I was doing my stretches properly and make sure I understood the benefits. After my sessions, I felt amazing I no longer have any pain.
MAVerified patient
I found Dr. Marissa Nemec to be very knowledgeable, personable and patient. She took time to explain procedures, the underlying mechanics, and the expectations — complete with examples from muscle and bone anatomy illustrations. She is also warm and friendly, using the time she was spending manipulating joints and muscles to also get to know me better and chat about life. The space is also bright and welcoming. All together, this was one of the best physical therapy experiences that I've had.
RSVerified patient
I went in with severe neck and upper back pain. I could barely move my head and sleeping was terrible. After one visit with Marissa I was 50 percent better. I continued to improve over the next 4 weeks and was 100 percent back to normal after only 5 visits. The speedy recovery was essential since I am a mom of 2 small children. I was back to holding and playing with them pain free in a short period of time. Marissa is so kind and reassuring. The dry needling was so effective with the manipulations and exercise. I highly recommend Marissa and the Free Body team!
EDVerified patient
Free Body Physical Therapy was a recommendation from my primary doctor. I am extremely grateful for experiencing Free Body PT services. They provide top of the line one on one patient care and Marissa is outstanding! She immediately understood my issues and was able to build a personal recovery plan for me with clear milestones to get me through the rehab process. Marissa makes you appreciate the small wins that motivate you throughout the rehab process. She is excellent at explaining why certain exercises are important and is outstanding with understanding patient care. And they have a parking lot for their patients! I highly recommend them!
JLVerified patient
I went to Free Body Physical Therapy as I was having knee pain, I saw her for about 2 months and now my knee feels great. Marissa had me doing exercises I didn't think I could do (Spanish Squats for example), now I can walk for longer periods of time, going up and down stairs feels easier and I dont have to have a knee replacement anymore (I am 78 yrs old). Thank you!! I also went to Marissa later in the year so I could get balance exercises and saw her for about 2 months as well. Very friendly staff, free parking and they have a really relaxed atmosphere. You work with only a Physical Therapist, and they only treat 1 person at a time. Years ago I went to a different clinic and they had me working out in the corner by myself!
MIVerified patient
Extremely thankful I found Free Body Physical Therapy after breaking my ankle earlier this year. The 1 on 1 patient care they provide is what caught my attention. I couldn't be happier with my choice as the 1 on 1 approach is a unique opportunity I didn't have at previous PT providers I'd been to. I've worked with Marissa since April and have seen incredible results going from crutches without weight bearing to a back to jogging program. She created a personal recovery plan for me with clear milestones that help to provide small wins and motivation throughout the extensive rehab process. Along with the plan, she's great at explaining why certain exercises are important for the process rather than just providing a list of to-do's. Both her and Marc are excellent people with a deep understanding of health and patient care, and I can't say enough positive things about my experience here.
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