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Dr. Nate Porcher, Doctor of Chiropractic – Sports Injuries & Frozen Shoulder Chiropractor in Arlington Heights, IL
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Arlington Heights, IL
Dr. Nate Porcher is a licensed Doctor of Chiropractic in Arlington Heights, Illinois, specializing in Sports Injuries, Frozen Shoulder, Sciatica. Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL delivers excellent results with verified outcomes showing 91% pain reduction.
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Dr. Nate Porcher
Doctor of Chiropractic
12+ years
National University of Health Sciences
Lic. 038-12410 (IL)
91%improvement
64outcomes
Specialties
Sports Injuries
Frozen Shoulder
Sciatica
Pinched Nerve
Corrective Chiropractic Care
Active Release Techniques
Dry Needling
Shockwave
Muscle Activation
Rehabilitation
+1 more
About
Dr. Nate Porcher is originally from the Arlington Heights/Mt. Prospect area and was a multi sport Varsity athlete at Prospect High School. In college he participated in multiple sports as well, including track and field, football, and baseball. He was an All-American in Track at Taylor University. After graduating later from Trinity International University, he attended National Chiropractic College and graduated Summa Cum Laude as the class Salutatorian. During school, he spent many weekends gaining certifications in post-graduate seminars such as ART, Motion Palpation Institute, and advanced rehabilitation.
As a chiropractic physician, Dr. Porcher has been the owner and clinic director of Foundation Sport & Spine since 2013, and had built a place for athletes and active adults to recover from injury, improve health, and thrive. He has been involved with several local high schools in the area including Fremd, Palatine, Prospect, and Hersey over the years he has been in practice and has enjoyed training many student athletes about muscle activation, injury prevention, and has even been the team chiropractor in several instances for these programs.
He and his wife Nicole live in the northwest suburbs of Chicago with their three daughters, and are active in their local church.
Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL delivers excellent results with verified outcomes showing 91% pain reduction. The practice combines sports medicine expertise with chiropractic care to treat athletes and active individuals.
Certifications
DC
ART Full Spine
ART Nerve
NKT Level 3
Dry Needling (AAMT)
Be Activated Level 2
Dr. Nate Porcher at Foundation Sport & Spine has helped 64 patients with a 91% success rate.
Business Information
415 W Golf Road, Suite 12, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, Arlington Heights, IL60005
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Dr. Nate Porcher is originally from the Arlington Heights/Mt. Prospect area and was a multi sport Varsity athlete at Prospect High School. In college he participated in multiple sports as well, including track and field, football, and baseball. He was an All-American in Track at Taylor University. After graduating later from Trinity International University, he attended National Chiropractic College and graduated Summa Cum Laude as the class Salutatorian. During school, he spent many weekends gaining certifications in post-graduate seminars such as ART, Motion Palpation Institute, and advanced rehabilitation.
As a chiropractic physician, Dr. Porcher has been the owner and clinic director of Foundation Sport & Spine since 2013, and had built a place for athletes and active adults to recover from injury, improve health, and thrive. He has been involved with several local high schools in the area including Fremd, Palatine, Prospect, and Hersey over the years he has been in practice and has enjoyed training many student athletes about muscle activation, injury prevention, and has even been the team chiropractor in several instances for these programs.
He and his wife Nicole live in the northwest suburbs of Chicago with their three daughters, and are active in their local church.
"My sprint coach told me about Dr. Porcher and his office. When I got there, and worked with him and his team, I was immediately comfortable with the process and started feeling better right away! Thanks to the treatments, I was able to break some school records and train as hard as I wanted to very little pain. It was also fun to see a lot of of my friends at his office. Like every serious athlete is going to Dr. Porcher!!"
ConditionShin splints, lower back pain
Improvement100% reduction in shin splint pain, 85-90% reduction in lower back pain.
"Before I saw Dr. Porcher and his team, I saw a chiropractor who did a god job but only worked on my spine, and saw me for a few moments each time. Dr. Porcher’s approach is much more thorough, and his techniques are of the highest level. He got my left shoulder back to where I can use it normally without thinking twice about reaching up to put a vase away in the top cupboard, or to walk for miles with my sisters while on a trip or a cruise. I referred my sisters to Dr. Porcher and still trying to get my daughter to see him consistently."
ConditionFrozen shoulder, neck stiffness
Improvement100% pain reduction, 40° pain-free ROM improvement
"My sons had both seen Dr. Porcher for various problems with their knees and feet, and after having my knees slowly get worse since 2020, I decided it was time to give his practice a chance. I played volleyball and basketball for over 40 years and knew that I had significant wear and tear. I’m sure my knee X-rays still look the same as the first day I came in, but my stiffness, balance, and pain have all significantly changed. I have been able to be active and walk with a friend several times per week without thinking twice about it, and have been to Disney world twice and been successful to do so without needing a mobility scooter. I’ll keep seeing Dr. Porcher every 2-3 weeks so that I can keep up this newfound ability to be mobile and active, which is so important at my age."
ConditionBilateral knee pain and arthritis
Improvement90% average pain reduction
Conditions & Patients Foundation Sport & Is Best Suited For
Conditions
Shin splints, lower back pain
Frozen shoulder, neck stiffness
Bilateral knee pain and arthritis
Plantar fasciitis
Rotator cuff tear/labrum tear
Severe lower back pain with severe sciatica
When Chiropractic May Not Be Appropriate
•Progressive neurological weakness or loss of function
•Suspected spinal fracture or instability
•Severe osteoporosis without medical clearance
•Active infection or tumor in the treatment area
•Cauda equina syndrome or other surgical emergencies
These are general guidelines. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider to determine if chiropractic care is appropriate for your specific situation.
Patient Outcomes
Real results from real patients
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Verified treatment outcome for Shin splints, lower back pain at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.100% reduction in shin splint pain, 85-90% reduction in lower back pain. achieved over Eight weeks, 3 treatments per week. Diagnosis: M76.821 (Posterior tibial tendinitis, right leg). Additional benefits: School records.
Verified treatment outcome for Frozen shoulder, neck stiffness at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.100% pain reduction, 40° pain-free ROM improvement achieved over 8 weeks, 3 days per week.. Diagnosis: M75.02 (Adhesive capsulitis of left shoulder). Additional benefits: Ability to reach the top shelf in kitchen cabinets, Ease of getting dressed/washing hair, Better ease of travel.
100% pain reduction, 40° pain-free ROM improvement
+3 additional benefits
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Bilateral knee pain and arthritis at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.90% average pain reduction achieved over 10 weeks, 3 days per week. Diagnosis: M17.0 (Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee). Additional benefits: Disney World without mobility scooter, Improved energy.
Verified treatment outcome for Plantar fasciitis at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.100% pain reduction achieved over 10 weeks, 1 visit per week. Diagnosis: M72.2 (Plantar fascial fibromatosis). Additional benefits: Decreased lower back pain, Improved energy.
Verified treatment outcome for Rotator cuff tear/labrum tear at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.85% improvement (100% after cortisone injection towards the end achieved over 8 weeks, 3 times per week. Diagnosis: S43.431A (Superior glenoid labrum lesion of right shoulder, initial encounter). Additional benefits: Decreased Neck Pain, Improved Sleep.
85% improvement (100% after cortisone injection towards the end
+2 additional benefits
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Severe lower back pain with severe sciatica at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.90% pain reduction, able to go in family walks, play cricket, and travel long distances again achieved over 15 weeks, 3 times per week. Diagnosis: M51.17 (Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region). Additional benefits: Improved sleep, Better posture.
90% pain reduction, able to go in family walks, play cricket, and travel long distances again
+2 additional benefits
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Migraines/Tension Headaches at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.80% headache reduction achieved over 10 weeks, 3 times per week. Diagnosis: G44.211 (Episodic tension-type headache, intractable). Additional benefits: Improved sleep, Reduced stress.
Verified treatment outcome for Lower back pain at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.100% reduction in oin achieved over 6 weeks, 3 times per week. Diagnosis: M54.50 (Low back pain, unspecified). Additional benefits: Improved sleep, Improved strength, Sports performance.
Verified treatment outcome for Frozen Shoulder at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.100% pain reduction, restored normal ROM, improved strength achieved over 10 weeks, 2 times per week. Diagnosis: M75.02 (Adhesive capsulitis of left shoulder).
100% pain reduction, restored normal ROM, improved strength
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.100% pain reduction, improved sleep, improved grip strength achieved over 8 weeks, 3 days per week. Diagnosis: G56.01 (Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb). Additional benefits: Improved sleep quality, Better posture, Stronger shoulders.
Verified treatment outcome for Adductor strain / MCL sprain at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.100% pain reduction, able to walk any distance, full return to heavy lifting with lower body at the gym achieved over 8 weeks, 3 days per week. Diagnosis: S76.211A (Strain of adductor muscle, fascia and tendon of right thigh, initial encounter). Additional benefits: Improved sleep quality, More Range of Motion in Neck.
100% pain reduction, able to walk any distance, full return to heavy lifting with lower body at the gym
+2 additional benefits
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Occipital Neuralgia at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.100% reduction in pain/headaches achieved over 10 weeks, 3 times per week. Diagnosis: M54.81 (Occipital neuralgia). Additional benefits: Improved sleep quality, Clear focus at work, Enjoyment of afternoon/evening family life.
Verified treatment outcome for Spondylolysis and hip avulsion at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.100% pain reduction in hip and lower back achieved over 10 weeks, 3 times per week scaling down to 2 times per week as the patient improved. Diagnosis: M43.07 (Spondylolysis, lumbosacral region). Additional benefits: More ROM in hips, Improved flexibility, Better posture, More explosive sprinting.
Verified treatment outcome for Chronic lower back pain, Foot pain at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.80% pain reduction, able to play basketball without pain or pain the next morning after, improved sleep achieved over 8 weeks, 3 days per week. Diagnosis: M54.5 (Low back pain). Additional benefits: Improved sleep quality, No more foot pain, Better posture, Better immune health/fewer illnesses.
80% pain reduction, able to play basketball without pain or pain the next morning after, improved sleep
+4 additional benefits
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Athletic Performance Optimization at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.35% performance improvement achieved over 8 weeks.
Athletic Performance Optimization
35% performance improvement
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Shin Splints at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.95% pain reduction achieved over 6 weeks.
Shin Splints
95% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Calf Strain at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.93% pain reduction achieved over 5 weeks.
Calf Strain
93% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Quad Contusion at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.88% pain reduction achieved over 4 weeks.
Quad Contusion
88% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Groin Strain at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.91% pain reduction achieved over 7 weeks.
Groin Strain
91% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Hamstring Strain at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.96% pain reduction achieved over 6 weeks.
Hamstring Strain
96% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Golf Performance Enhancement at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.40% rotation improvement achieved over 6 weeks.
Golf Performance Enhancement
40% rotation improvement
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for De Quervains Tenosynovitis at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.94% pain reduction achieved over 5 weeks.
De Quervains Tenosynovitis
94% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.89% pain reduction achieved over 7 weeks.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
89% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Thoracic Spine Stiffness at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.90% pain reduction achieved over 5 weeks.
Thoracic Spine Stiffness
90% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Rib Dysfunction at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.95% pain reduction achieved over 3 weeks.
Rib Dysfunction
95% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Whiplash at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.88% pain reduction achieved over 8 weeks.
Whiplash
88% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Tension Headaches at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.93% pain reduction achieved over 4 weeks.
Tension Headaches
93% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Cervicogenic Headaches at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.97% pain reduction achieved over 5 weeks.
Cervicogenic Headaches
97% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Piriformis Syndrome at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.98% pain reduction achieved over 4 weeks.
Piriformis Syndrome
98% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Meniscus Tear (Conservative) at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.80% pain reduction achieved over 10 weeks.
Meniscus Tear (Conservative)
80% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for MCL Sprain at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.92% pain reduction achieved over 6 weeks.
MCL Sprain
92% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Ankle Sprain (Chronic) at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.90% pain reduction achieved over 6 weeks.
Ankle Sprain (Chronic)
90% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Posterior Tibial Tendinitis at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.91% pain reduction achieved over 8 weeks.
Posterior Tibial Tendinitis
91% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Hip Bursitis at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.95% pain reduction achieved over 5 weeks.
Hip Bursitis
95% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Hip Labral Tear at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.82% pain reduction achieved over 12 weeks.
Hip Labral Tear
82% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Patellar Tendinitis at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.94% pain reduction achieved over 7 weeks.
Patellar Tendinitis
94% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for AC Joint Separation at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.88% pain reduction achieved over 8 weeks.
AC Joint Separation
88% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Lumbar Disc Herniation at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.91% pain reduction achieved over 10 weeks.
Lumbar Disc Herniation
91% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Cervical Disc Herniation at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.89% pain reduction achieved over 8 weeks.
Cervical Disc Herniation
89% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Sciatica at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.96% pain reduction achieved over 6 weeks.
Sciatica
96% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.87% pain reduction achieved over 9 weeks.
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
87% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Degenerative Disc Disease at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.85% pain reduction achieved over 12 weeks.
Degenerative Disc Disease
85% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Frozen Shoulder at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.94% pain reduction achieved over 10 weeks.
Frozen Shoulder
94% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Shoulder Impingement at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.93% pain reduction achieved over 6 weeks.
Shoulder Impingement
93% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for IT Band Syndrome at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.95% pain reduction achieved over 6 weeks.
IT Band Syndrome
95% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Golfers Elbow at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.96% pain reduction achieved over 6 weeks.
Golfers Elbow
96% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Hip Impingement at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.93% pain reduction achieved over 8 weeks.
Hip Impingement
93% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Tennis Elbow at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.97% pain reduction achieved over 5 weeks.
Tennis Elbow
97% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Bicep Tendinitis at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.88% pain reduction achieved over 5 weeks.
Bicep Tendinitis
88% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Rotator Cuff Strain at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.94% pain reduction achieved over 7 weeks.
Rotator Cuff Strain
94% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Plantar Fasciitis at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.100% pain reduction achieved over 6 weeks.
Plantar Fasciitis
100% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Achilles Tendinopathy at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.92% pain reduction achieved over 8 weeks.
Achilles Tendinopathy
92% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Runners Knee at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.90% pain reduction achieved over 5 weeks.
Runners Knee
90% pain reduction
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Tennis Elbow / Lateral Epicondylitis at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.100% pain reduction with work, 95% pain reduction with lifting weights and using cables for upper body exercise achieved over 10 weeks 2 days per week. Diagnosis: M77.11 (Lateral epicondylitis, right elbow). Additional benefits: Better posture.
100% pain reduction with work, 95% pain reduction with lifting weights and using cables for upper body exercise
+1 additional benefit
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Right shoulder impingement at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.95-99% reduction in pain, full range of motion restored, unlimited pickleball and exercises with the shoulder achieved over 8 weeks, 3 times per week. Diagnosis: M75.41 (Impingement syndrome of right shoulder). Additional benefits: Lower back pain improved, neck ROM improved.
Verified treatment outcome for Hip Impingement Syndrome at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.100% pain reduction, able to practice 5 days per week and play weekend tournaments without significant setbacks, improved hip mobility achieved over 10 weeks, 2 times per week. Diagnosis: M24.852 (Other specific joint derangements of left hip, not elsewhere classified). Additional benefits: More explosive hip strength, improved hip mobility.
100% pain reduction, able to practice 5 days per week and play weekend tournaments without significant setbacks, improved hip mobility
+1 additional benefit
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Spondylolysis at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.90% pain reduction achieved over 9 weeks, 3 days per week. Diagnosis: M43.07 (Spondylolysis, lumbosacral region).
Verified treatment outcome for Chronic lower back pain at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.75-80% pain reduction achieved over 4 months, 2-3x week with continuing bi-monthly maintenance care. Diagnosis: M54.17 (Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region). Additional benefits: Improved sleep, less anxiety about my lower back, more explosive running/kicking a ball.
Verified treatment outcome for Chronic Lower Back Pain at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.100% pain reduction, 100% participation in football achieved over 4 weeks, 3 times per week. Diagnosis: M54.17 (Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region). Additional benefits: Stronger hips, better hip mobility, better knee strength, more relaxed overall..
100% pain reduction, 100% participation in football
+1 additional benefit
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Chronic lower back/hip pain at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.90% pain reduction, able to walk up to a mile without achy pain/tension/stiffness, walking up and down stairs multiple times per day without pain achieved over 9 weeks, 3 days per week. Diagnosis: M54.17 (Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region).
90% pain reduction, able to walk up to a mile without achy pain/tension/stiffness, walking up and down stairs multiple times per day without pain
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Lower Back Disc Herniation at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.100% pain reduction, 100% ability to walk long distances and stand for hours, and 100% able to play golf multiple times per week achieved over 10 weeks. Diagnosis: M51.17 (Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region). Additional benefits: Improved sleep quality, increased energy, now able to exercise and lose weight.
100% pain reduction, 100% ability to walk long distances and stand for hours, and 100% able to play golf multiple times per week
+1 additional benefit
Foundation Sport & Spine
Arlington Heights, IL
Verified treatment outcome for Spondylolysis at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.100% pain reduction, 100% increase in muscle strength, and 100% return to full activity achieved over 2.5 months. Diagnosis: M43.07 (Spondylolysis, lumbosacral region). Additional benefits: Improved range of motion, better posture, more explosive muscle contractions.
Verified treatment outcome for Sciatica/Stenosis at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.100% reduction in pain, 100% return to full exercise and long-distance walking ability, 90% able to golf 18 holes pain-free achieved over 10 weeks. Diagnosis: M54.41 (Lumbago with sciatica, right side). Additional benefits: Playing 18 holes of golf 2-3x/week!.
Verified treatment outcome for Frozen Shoulder/Adhesive Capsulitis at Foundation Sport & Spine in Arlington Heights, IL.95% reduction in pain, near 100% recovery of flexion and external rotation range of motion, and 25% improvement of internal rotation. Additionally, Erin is completely able to sleep soundly on her left shoulder (affected side) again, and can now workout with weights in her upper body and do overhead movements again. achieved over 10 weeks, 2-3 days per week.. Diagnosis: M25.519 (Pain in unspecified shoulder). Additional benefits: Improved sleep, increased energy, ability to exercise..
Foundation Sport & Spine delivers exceptional care for athletes and active patients. Their approach to functional rehabilitation and sports injuries is outstanding.
I highly recommend Foundation Sport & Spine for their expertise in active release techniques and comprehensive approach to patient care. A trusted colleague in the chiropractic community.
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Verified Outcomes & Patient Stories
Real progress. Real proof.
Every story below is backed by verified data collected right inside the clinic — not just opinions. These aren't reviews; they're outcomes that show what's possible when chiropractic care is measured, consistent, and patient-centered.
Data Snapshot
Avg. Pain Improvement
91%
After 6 weeks of care
Avg. Range-of-Motion Gain
N/A
Cervical flexion increase
Patient Satisfaction
4.9 / 5
Based on verified check-ins
Recommend to Others
97%
Would refer a friend
Data sourced from 64 verified outcome submissions between Nov 2025 – Feb 2026
Patient Experiences
"My sprint coach told me about Dr. Porcher and his office. When I got there, and worked with him and his team, I was immediately comfortable with the process and started feeling better right away! Thanks to the treatments, I was able to break some school records and train as hard as I wanted to very little pain. It was also fun to see a lot of of my friends at his office. Like every serious athlete is going to Dr. Porcher!!"
– Verified Patient, February 2026
✓ Verified Outcome
Condition:Shin splints, lower back pain
Result:100% reduction in shin splint pain, 85-90% reduction in lower back pain.
Care Plan:Eight weeks, 3 treatments per week
"Before I saw Dr. Porcher and his team, I saw a chiropractor who did a god job but only worked on my spine, and saw me for a few moments each time. Dr. Porcher’s approach is much more thorough, and his techniques are of the highest level. He got my left shoulder back to where I can use it normally without thinking twice about reaching up to put a vase away in the top cupboard, or to walk for miles with my sisters while on a trip or a cruise. I referred my sisters to Dr. Porcher and still trying to get my daughter to see him consistently."
– Verified Patient, February 2026
✓ Verified Outcome
Condition:Frozen shoulder, neck stiffness
Result:100% pain reduction, 40° pain-free ROM improvement
Care Plan:8 weeks, 3 days per week.
"My sons had both seen Dr. Porcher for various problems with their knees and feet, and after having my knees slowly get worse since 2020, I decided it was time to give his practice a chance. I played volleyball and basketball for over 40 years and knew that I had significant wear and tear. I’m sure my knee X-rays still look the same as the first day I came in, but my stiffness, balance, and pain have all significantly changed. I have been able to be active and walk with a friend several times per week without thinking twice about it, and have been to Disney world twice and been successful to do so without needing a mobility scooter. I’ll keep seeing Dr. Porcher every 2-3 weeks so that I can keep up this newfound ability to be mobile and active, which is so important at my age."
– Verified Patient, February 2026
✓ Verified Outcome
Condition:Bilateral knee pain and arthritis
Result:90% average pain reduction
Care Plan:10 weeks, 3 days per week
"Dr. Porcher always makes me feel better. After a while of suffering from plantar fasciitis, I realized I’d go over to his office and see if he could treat it. He helped me immensely with my lower back in the past, and I was impressed how quickly he and his massage therapist, plus shockwave, got my feet feeling back to 100%. Super grateful."
– Verified Patient, February 2026
✓ Verified Outcome
Condition:Plantar fasciitis
Result:100% pain reduction
Care Plan:10 weeks, 1 visit per week
"Whenever I have anything that doesn’t go away in its own, I always know that Dr. Porcher is the first call to a medical professional that I make. His knowledge and expertise are far beyond what I had ever known in his line of work previous to seeing him. My wife sees him also and loves him and his team."
– Verified Patient, February 2026
✓ Verified Outcome
Condition:Rotator cuff tear/labrum tear
Result:85% improvement (100% after cortisone injection towards the end
Care Plan:8 weeks, 3 times per week
"I’m grateful for Dr. Porcher, he helped me to get my back almost to 100% and prevent surgery. I’m able to enjoy time and exercise with my wife and son so much more. I no longer have problems sitting and working in IT. Dr. Porcher was so kind when I was in a very difficult place and guided me to be patient when the results took longer than expected to start to be noticeable."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
✓ Verified Outcome
Condition:Severe lower back pain with severe sciatica
Result:90% pain reduction, able to go in family walks, play cricket, and travel long distances again
Care Plan:15 weeks, 3 times per week
"My therapist recommended I see Dr. Porcher because of my headaches, which were contributing to the depression and anxiety that I was seeing her for. When I saw Dr. Porcher, he showed me on my X-rays why I was having the problem, and provided a plan of care that would get me feeling better, but also help with the movement and posture of my neck. My headaches were bad 3-4 days a week and usually one day as debilitating as each week. Now, it’s rare I have a headache bad enough to make me consider calling off of work or taking strong headache medicine. And, I’m not having them nearly as often. Huge life improvement!"
– Verified Patient, January 2026
✓ Verified Outcome
Condition:Migraines/Tension Headaches
Result:80% headache reduction
Care Plan:10 weeks, 3 times per week
"My other son saw Dr. Porcher for his hip and lower back injuries and we were very happy with how things went at his office and with his treatment approach. So, when my younger son was complaining about his back for a couple of months, I knew where to take him. I’m a nurse and I can vouch for how great this clinic is. And, Ryder is another happy customer!"
– Verified Patient, January 2026
✓ Verified Outcome
Condition:Lower back pain
Result:100% reduction in oin
Care Plan:6 weeks, 3 times per week
"A few months ago, my left shoulder started bothering me, and I thought that I had pulled something or had a problem with my rotator cuff. I went right to Dr. Porcher when my medical doctor recommended PT for it, because he and his team helped me so much with my neck in the past. You immediately figured out what was going on and was able to recommend a course of treatment to keep my shoulder from freezing completely. After four or five weeks (where I try to get to the office twice a week) the motion in my shoulder, started to come back. He and his team did a lot of muscle work, and the PT at his office helped me with strength. I didn’t realize how weak I had become in that shoulder! I always tell my friends and family about Dr. Porcher and a wonderful work he does."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
✓ Verified Outcome
Condition:Frozen Shoulder
Result:100% pain reduction, restored normal ROM, improved strength
Care Plan:10 weeks, 2 times per week
"Before I saw Dr. Porcher, I had tried several things to get rid of my carpal tunnel problem. It made me want to cry because I was so frustrated that I had still had it after acupuncture, massage, some physical therapy and pain meds. I found Dr. Porcher through a friend who had a similar problem, and he and his team got me feeling like myself again. Before I had treatments at his office I was waking up with pain through the night, with my hand and wrist burning, and always had it get worse through my work day, working with small children often sitting on the floor propped up on one of my hands. I thought I might need surgery, but I'm glad I didn't have it because Dr. Porcher and his team fixed me. Now I don't have to think twice about getting down there with those kiddos, and my quality of life has been greatly improved. I feel like myself again!"
"I slipped and took a fall while on vacation where I slipped on a wooden deck with a small amount of snow on it, and my legs split outwards. I have a high pain tolerance and was struggling with a lot of pain in the my inner knees at rest, with sleep, and also with any amount of activity or walking. I used to be a massage therapist, and I've been to several chiropractors over the years, but Dr. Porcher and his team are by far the best I've ever worked with. I sent my wife here too for her neck problems. They not only got me back to 100% after my knee injury, but I always go in for stretching and adjustments and I feel great."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
✓ Verified Outcome
Condition:Adductor strain / MCL sprain
Result:100% pain reduction, able to walk any distance, full return to heavy lifting with lower body at the gym
Care Plan:8 weeks, 3 days per week
"Before I saw Dr. Porcher, I was having the sharpest pain, almost like a red-hot poker being pushed into the top of my neck or base of my skull. Some days I felt like I couldn't get through everything I had to do for my husband, kids, and the dog. On top of that I volunteer for my daughter's girl scout troop and my garage is a staging area for ALL of the girl scout cookies that the entire neighborhood ordered, and I wasn't sure I was going to get through that this year. I had tried multiple things with minimal relief. Dr. Porcher figured out what was going on quickly with an exam and some unique Xrays, and I was able to start feeling better within the first few treatments. A few months of care and I'm pain-free and having virtually no headaches. I'm very grateful--and all the girl scout cookies were delivered and out of my garage:)"
– Verified Patient, January 2026
✓ Verified Outcome
Condition:Occipital Neuralgia
Result:100% reduction in pain/headaches
Care Plan:10 weeks, 3 times per week
4.9 / 5 Patient Satisfaction
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Common Questions About Dr. Nate Porcher's Care
What do patients say about Dr. Nate Porcher?
Dr. Nate Porcher has 64 verified patient outcomes documented. Check the reviews section below for detailed patient feedback.
Is Foundation Sport & Spine open today?
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Where is Foundation Sport & Spine located?
Foundation Sport & Spine is located in Arlington Heights, IL. You can find directions and the full address in the contact section above.
What conditions does Dr. Nate Porcher treat?
Dr. Nate Porcher treats a variety of conditions including back pain, neck pain, headaches, and more. Check the verified outcomes section for specific conditions treated.
How do I schedule an appointment with Dr. Nate Porcher?
You can schedule an appointment by calling 8473423000 or visiting their website. Most clinics accept walk-ins, but calling ahead is recommended.
Is Dr. Nate Porcher a good chiropractor for shin splints, lower back pain?
Yes. Dr. Nate Porcher has documented verified outcomes for shin splints, lower back pain patients. Review the outcomes section above for detailed improvement data and patient stories.
Does Dr. Nate Porcher use manual adjustments?
Dr. Nate Porcher utilizes Muscle Activation Techniques and Be Activated Method among other techniques. Contact the clinic to discuss which approach is best for your needs.
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