Foundation Sport & Spine is a sports injuries in Arlington Heights, IL. with 140 verified patient outcomes covering Back Pain, Sports Injury, Neck Pain. 1 licensed provider on staff. 83% average pain reduction across documented cases. 2 peer endorsements from other licensed providers. Phone: 8473423000.
Arlington Heights, IL· Last updated 11 days ago
Dr. Nate Porcher is a licensed Doctor of Chiropractic in Arlington Heights, IL, 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 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.
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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.
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"Rotator Cuff Recovery & Pain Relief — after four years of persistent shoulder pain following rotator cuff surgery and unsuccessful prior treatments, this patient achieved significant pain reduction, improved shoulder function, better daily movement, and continued progress over time."
"Running Injuries Successfully Resolved — a runner with multiple recurring injuries successfully resolved their injuries, returned to running, improved athletic performance, and continues injury prevention."
"Chronic Illness Symptoms Better Managed — a patient with ongoing chronic illness experienced better symptom management, improved overall function, consistent positive results, and greater confidence in managing their health."
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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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Data sourced from 140 verified outcome submissions between Nov 2025 – Jul 2026
"Rotator Cuff Recovery & Pain Relief — after four years of persistent shoulder pain following rotator cuff surgery and unsuccessful prior treatments, this patient achieved significant pain reduction, improved shoulder function, better daily movement, and continued progress over time."
– Verified Patient, July 2026
"Running Injuries Successfully Resolved — a runner with multiple recurring injuries successfully resolved their injuries, returned to running, improved athletic performance, and continues injury prevention."
– Verified Patient, July 2026
"Chronic Illness Symptoms Better Managed — a patient with ongoing chronic illness experienced better symptom management, improved overall function, consistent positive results, and greater confidence in managing their health."
– Verified Patient, July 2026
"Posture Improved & Daily Pain Reduced — a patient with daily back discomfort and poor posture achieved improved posture, little to no daily discomfort, returned to normal daily activities, and reports feeling back to 100%."
– Verified Patient, July 2026
"Back Pain Prevented Through Rehabilitation — a patient with back pain after physical activity had pain resolved, learned strengthening exercises, reduced future injury risk, and improved spinal stability."
– Verified Patient, July 2026
"Running Without Knee Pain Again — a runner limited to 3 miles due to knee pain increased running distance to 10 miles completely pain-free, was given home exercises to maintain results, and returned to endurance training."
– Verified Patient, July 2026
"Shoulder Mobility Restored — after more than two years of restricted shoulder movement and unsuccessful previous treatments, this patient achieved over 50% improvement in shoulder mobility, increased range of motion, improved daily function, and continued progress with treatment."
– Verified Patient, July 2026
"Lower Back & Shoulder Pain Resolved — a strength athlete with years of lower back and shoulder issues received a customized plan combining multiple therapies. The result was significant reduction in pain, a return to strength training with improved performance, and better long-term function."
– Verified Patient, July 2026
"Active Lifestyle Restored — a patient previously unable to fully participate in an active lifestyle returned to an active lifestyle after the root cause was successfully addressed, with improved mobility and ongoing progress."
– Verified Patient, July 2026
"Knee Pain Eliminated — a patient with persistent knee pain affecting daily life had their knee pain eliminated, mobility improved, and returned to normal activities with long-term improvement."
– Verified Patient, July 2026
"Back Pain Relieved While Traveling — a patient experiencing significant back pain while away from home received immediate care. Their back pain greatly improved, they returned to normal activities, and reported a highly satisfying treatment experience."
– Verified Patient, July 2026
"Athletic Injuries Recovered Successfully — a competitive runner with repeated serious injuries recovered from multiple injuries, returned to competitive running, improved athletic performance, and continues injury prevention."
– Verified Patient, July 2026
"Pain-Free After Long-Term Back Problems — a patient with years of recurring back pain achieved nearly pain-free status after initial treatment, with significant symptom reduction, improved daily function, and continued recovery."
– Verified Patient, July 2026
"Root Cause Treatment Improves Recovery — after ongoing pain requiring more than temporary adjustments, the root cause was identified and an individualized treatment plan created. The patient consistently left appointments feeling better and improved long-term recovery."
– Verified Patient, July 2026
"Sports Injuries Successfully Managed — a high school athlete with multiple recurring injuries successfully recovered from sports injuries, continued competing throughout their athletic career, improved performance, and reduced downtime from injuries."
– Verified Patient, July 2026
"Whole Family Achieves Better Health — a family sought more than traditional chiropractic treatment. Through personalized, whole-person care, they achieved improved overall health for the entire family, greater satisfaction with long-term wellness, and continue ongoing family chiropractic care."
– Verified Patient, July 2026
"Pain-Free Walking & Marathon Training — a patient unable to walk without pain and unable to run or train is now running 20 miles pain-free, successfully training for a marathon. The root cause was corrected and full athletic activity restored."
– Verified Patient, July 2026
"Dr. Nate and his staff are excellent! I most appreciated how much care and time was spent on really solving problems. While they are fully capable of quick adjustments, they are also knowledgeable and care enough for their patients to thoroughly address underlying issues."
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"Dr. Porcher and Dr. Dave have helped me with all my injuries within my whole highschool sports career. I seriously would not have been able to make it through many seasons without them. Both of them are extremely knowledgeable in their field and truly care about their patients."
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"Dr. Nate is very professional, but also down to earth. Went in for my first visit and left feeling so much better. I have had a back issue for years and after just 40 minutes I walked out feeling almost pain free."
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"I had some back pain after jumping on a trampoline. Dr. Nate helped to activate my muscles again and showed me how to strengthen my back to prevent further injuries. I would highly recommend his practice to anyone."
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"By far the MOST knowledgeable doctor we have ever been to. We tried 3 chiropractors before finding Dr. Porcher (through my daughter's PE teacher) and none of them remotely helped and they just wanted my daughter to keep coming back 2-3 times a week indefinitely."
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"Dr. Porcher is honest, empathetic and gets great results. I have a chronic illness that manifests in different symptoms at different times and he has been instrumental in helping me manage them."
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"Great place for sport injury correction. Dr. Sarah Miller is accurate and knowledgeable. A+"
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"I have been going to Dr. Porcher and his team for almost a year. I had my rotator cuff surgery four years ago and onset of other problems came with it. I sought different treatments and was not very happy. I was feeling pretty disappointed until I found Foundation Sport and Spine."
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"Dr. Porcher is knowledgeable and personable. He helped me be able to go from running 3 miles to 10 miles with no knee pain. I would go back to him in a heartbeat and highly recommend him to friends and family. He even gave me homework to maintain my progress on my own. This is a professional who wants the best for his patients."
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"I could not walk without pain last summer. Now I am running 20 miles regularly - pain free - as I train for the Chicago Marathon! Dr. Porcher got me back on my feet for good!"
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"Dr. Porcher is the only reason I can continue to run at school and has helped me recover from several serious injuries. I have been going to him for a few years and not only is he well-versed in anything from active release treatment and manual therapy, but he truly cares about getting athletes back to peak performance."
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"Dr. Miller is amazing. I have been living with limited shoulder mobility for the last 2+ years. In the last 6 weeks she has stretched various muscles, cupped over an old scar and given me home exercises that have given me at least 50% improvement in my range of motion."
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"I highly recommend Dr. Nate Porcher! He is an amazing chiropractic clinician who has extensive training in several different neuromuscular techniques. His unique expertise has helped me tremendously with getting rid of my knee pain. Dr. Nate is professional, personable, and always listens to my concerns."
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"Thanks to Dr Porcher I am getting my active life back! He is friendly and calming! Dr. Porcher spends lots of time in getting to the root of the problem! Great doctor and great office! Grateful to have found Dr Porcher!"
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"Dr. Porcher worked his magic and gave me the spine my mother in law always claims I do not have! All kidding aside - he adjusted my back and I am back to 100%. My posture has improved and I can go about my day with little to no discomfort."
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"Back pain, Dr. Porcher - after years of suffering, finally found relief and returned to normal function."
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"I have been going here for several years and have nothing but good things to say! This is not a one size fits all place and everyone has their own treatment plan! Dr. Porcher listens to what your goals are and works with you to get you there."
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"My 16 year old daughter has been seeing the entire team at Foundation Sport and Spine since Feb-25. Dr. Porcher is very knowledgeable, transparent and positive. He has chiropractic care, massage, and PT for a comprehensive total approach."
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"Dr. Porcher has built up a strong practice since I first started as his patient about ten years ago. I really enjoy getting targeted massage and electrostim treatment in conjunction with my adjustment. I have had back issues for decades, and the care here keeps me moving."
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"Neck pain for 12+ years, pain relief achieved through Dr. Porcher's care."
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"Tension headaches, rehab - headaches reduced from multiple times weekly through Foundation Sport and Spine care."
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"Chronic hip/back pain, holistic care - after years of failed treatments, finally found relief tailored to her specific needs."
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"Hip/leg pain, Dr. Pulvermacher - significant improvement through soft tissue therapy, adjustments, and strengthening exercises."
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"A.R.T., Chiro, stim for strength athlete - returned to training with comprehensive care plan including soft tissue therapy and adjustments."
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"Neck pain was limiting daily activities and preventing normal exercise and recreation. Returned to working out multiple days per week and playing pickleball regularly. Patient reports, 'I have my life back.'"
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"Could not remain on his feet for extended periods. Able to spend 3½ hours walking through a museum with grandchildren. Reports getting part of his life back."
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"Ongoing back pain requiring treatment. Reports back pain improved significantly since beginning care."
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"Dr. Porcher did more to dramatically reduce my radiating nerve pain down my right leg in 4 weeks than an orthopedic pain management doctor did (4 cortisone epidural shots into my spine) in 10 months. This is not 3 cookie-cutter adjustments and out the door."
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"Dr Nate and his team are amazing. After 6 months of working with him I feel like a totally different person. Go see him for chiro and other holistic ailments!"
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"Foundation Sport and Spine is a wonderful office with an incredible staff. They are kind, welcoming, empathetic, and knowledgeable about how to treat a variety of issues. I have seen great success with my neck and shoulders and would recommend them to anyone seeking treatment for pain in your body!"
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"My 14 year old daughter started seeing Dr Porcher in June for her spine and we are already seeing great improvement in just one month!! We are thankful for his expertise and friendly demeanor! His staff is fabulous as well!!!"
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"I started my treatment with Dr. Porcher back in April. I went in to the office with sciatica pain, lower back pain, numbness in my hands and neck issues. The cause of much of my pain is mostly from 40 years working in a kitchen as a chef. The treatment has made a huge difference."
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"I had lower back pain for 8 months. I tried MRIs, acupuncture, and months of physical therapy with no improvement. Dr. Porcher was able to help me when nothing else could. The entire team at Foundation Sport and Spine is amazing."
– Verified Patient, June 2026
"After years of failed treatment with multiple providers, customized stretching and strengthening exercises produced tremendous improvement in pain, movement, and performance."
– Verified Patient, May 2026
"Chiropractic care at Foundation Sport & Spine resolved 8 months of severe lower back pain after MRIs, acupuncture, and physical therapy had failed."
– Verified Patient, May 2026
"After decades of physical work as a chef, patient saw major improvement in sciatica, back pain, neck pain, and hand numbness — eventually progressing to maintenance care."
– Verified Patient, May 2026
"Within just one month of care, a 14-year-old patient showed noticeable spinal improvement."
– Verified Patient, May 2026
"Foundation Sport & Spine helped two teenage athletes recover quickly and return to sports activities."
– Verified Patient, May 2026
"Personalized chiropractic care produced significant improvements in neck and shoulder symptoms over several months."
– Verified Patient, May 2026
"After 6 months of care, patient reported feeling like a totally different person with major improvements in wellness and function."
– Verified Patient, May 2026
"After 10 months and 4 epidural injections with limited improvement, patient experienced dramatic relief within 4 weeks at Foundation Sport & Spine."
– Verified Patient, May 2026
"Patient reported significant improvement in chronic back pain after starting care with Dr. Nate and the team."
– Verified Patient, May 2026
""I have my life back." Patient returned to workouts and pickleball after chronic neck pain limited daily activities."
– Verified Patient, May 2026
"Patient regained the ability to spend 3.5 hours on their feet at a museum with grandchildren — previously impossible before care."
– Verified Patient, May 2026
"After 10 months of failed orthopedic pain management and epidural injections, patient experienced dramatic reduction in radiating leg pain within just 4 weeks of chiropractic care."
– Verified Patient, May 2026
"Customized chiropractic, massage, and therapy treatments improved movement, reduced pain, and enhanced overall quality of life."
– Verified Patient, May 2026
"After several months of therapy, patient became free of lower back pain and returned to normal activities."
– Verified Patient, May 2026
"Ongoing chiropractic care improved movement, reduced pain, and supported long-term health and wellness for the entire family."
– Verified Patient, May 2026
"Consistent chiropractic care produced life-changing improvements after multiple car accidents and years of failed treatment."
– Verified Patient, May 2026
"Patient struggled with chronic neck pain that limited workouts and recreation. After beginning care, returned to working out multiple days per week and playing pickleball regularly."
– Verified Patient, May 2026
"Patient previously could not stand for long. After treatment, was able to walk through a museum with grandchildren for over 3.5 hours comfortably."
– Verified Patient, May 2026
"Chiropractic care led to substantial reduction in chronic back pain and improved overall wellbeing."
– Verified Patient, May 2026
"After 6 months of holistic chiropractic care, patient reported feeling like a completely different person with major overall health improvements."
– Verified Patient, May 2026
"Chiropractic treatment successfully improved neck and shoulder symptoms and overall physical function."
– Verified Patient, May 2026
"Teen athlete saw significant improvement within one month of treatment, supporting return to athletic performance."
– Verified Patient, May 2026
"Patient with decades of chronic pain from kitchen work experienced substantial symptom reduction and transitioned to maintenance care."
– Verified Patient, May 2026
"After 8 months of failed MRIs, acupuncture, and physical therapy, chiropractic care successfully relieved the patient's lower back pain and restored function."
– Verified Patient, May 2026
"Personalized treatment plan with targeted strengthening and stretching dramatically improved patient's ability to run and exercise."
– Verified Patient, May 2026
"After several months of treatment, patient became pain-free and regained normal function."
– Verified Patient, May 2026
"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
"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
"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
"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
"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
"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
"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
"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
"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
"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!"
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"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
"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
"We heard about Dr. Porcher's office from another family in our community, and when my son injured his hip playing lacrosse, I took him in for an evaluation. He immediately diagnosed the problem, and although my son wasn't happy to hear he was going to have to sit out for a couple of tournaments until the fracture healed, it was the right thing. Brayden's lower back had also been hurting him and although he said what Dr. Porcher and his team were doing for it was helpful, I still had that "Mom instinct" to get it checked out further by an orthopedic doctor we've seen for other injuries. He found a small stress fracture in his lower back and lengthened the time Brayden needed to rest from lacrosse and other sports. Thankfully, we already felt comfortable with the work Dr. Porcher and his team were doing with treatments and PT in his office, and so we stayed the course with him. Brayden is now completely better and I'm thinking of making an appointment for myself!"
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"When I started seeing Dr. P, my lower back would be so stiff and painful when I woke up in the morning and no amount of stretching was helping me. I even looked up exercises to do online for my lower back and nothing helped. Quickly, after starting treatment, my sleep quality improved and I was able to get up in the morning and it wouldn't take me even half the time to warm my back up and start to have it loosen up. Dr. Porcher and his team are very talented and thorough, and they did a great job taking me from where I was when I started at the beginning and in a lot of pain, all the way to the point where I was gaining balance, strength, and the ability to push my body in my workouts and with my weekly basketball league. I still see Dr. P and Bre for monthly maintenance because I don't ever want to feel the way I used to."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My athletic performance optimization improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My shin splints improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My hamstring strain improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My groin strain improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My quad contusion improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My calf strain improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My golf performance enhancement improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My carpal tunnel syndrome improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My de quervains tenosynovitis improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My cervicogenic headaches improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My tension headaches improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My whiplash improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My rib dysfunction improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My thoracic spine stiffness improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My hip bursitis improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My hip labral tear improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My piriformis syndrome improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My patellar tendinitis improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My meniscus tear (conservative) improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My mcl sprain improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My ankle sprain (chronic) improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My posterior tibial tendinitis improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My lumbar disc herniation improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My ac joint separation improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My shoulder impingement improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My frozen shoulder improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My degenerative disc disease improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My thoracic outlet syndrome improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My sciatica improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My cervical disc herniation improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My hip impingement improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My golfers elbow improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My tennis elbow improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My it band syndrome improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My runners knee improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My achilles tendinopathy improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My plantar fasciitis improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My rotator cuff strain improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My bicep tendinitis improved significantly with care."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"Working in healthcare myself, it's always easy to spot who is good and who isn't. Dr. Porcher is not just good, he's great. He and his treatment team took me through more quality work than I ever expected from a chiropractic office, and got me to the point where I can work without having to be nervous about seeing certain procedures scheduled at my practice (i.e. extractions, which hurt my elbow probably more than the patient's mouth), and I can workout now at my home gym. It's awesome and I still see him once a month to stay feeling and functioning at my best."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"I learned about Dr. Porcher's office when my son was playing high school football and he was the team chiropractor. He was big into muscle activation and practically all the parents of the team's players were talking about it. I had seen him years ago for an adjustment and activation here and there, but when I developed a more serious shoulder problem this year, I knew who to call. Dr. Porcher's newer approach (compared to how it was back in 2017/18 focused not only on my shoulder, but also on trying to correct problems in my neck, which he said was connected to my shoulder problem. I don't really understand it all, but I know that he does, and he and his team (especially Bre his Massage Therapist) really helped me to make a full recovery. I'm able to lift weights--even overhead--and I can play pickleball with my wife as much as I want to without problems. Dr. Porcher is definitely a miracle worker."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"Before seeing Dr. Porcher, my hip would always "go out," after a couple of weeks of hockey practice and games/tournaments. I saw a chiro that was helpful, but nothing seemed to make the adjustments hold. When my Dad took me to see Dr. Porcher, he talked about how to get the problem corrected and then maintain that correction, with a lot of cool things he and his team members do in the office, and we've been impressed and very happy so far. I feel the best I've ever felt on the ice since this problem happened, and the relief and correction is also very apparent when I'm doing mobility work, stretching, or training on dry ground. If you're serious about getting your body right, get over to therapy at this office."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"By the end of my senior year of football season, my lower back was hurting so badly that my parents took me to the ortho. They found a stress reaction/fracture to part of the vertebrae in my lower back, and I was worried that I would miss my final track season, where I have goals of making it to state and doing really well for my team in a few events. A friend who was seeing Dr. Porcher for the same problem referred me to the office, and I was immediately impressed by how thorough his approach was to not just getting me feeling better, but also trying to ensure that this was the only time I'd have this happen to me. Much of his treatments were also geared towards helping me improve performance in strength/lifting and sprinting. Now I can look forward to enjoying my senior year of track and reaching the goals I've been working hard towards. Thank you Dr. Porcher!"
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"For at least a year, my lower back hurt me so bad when I was playing soccer or doing gymnastics that I would almost always have to signal to my coach to pull me off the field after maybe 10 or 15 minutes of being out there. It made me want to cry because I was training so hard and doing everything I could to get better, but I was stuck. My parents took me to their chiropractor which helped a little bit, but then one of my teammates recommended. I see Dr. Porcher and his team. Their approach was so different than what I had had in the past, and they seem to cover so many different areas of problems that I didn’t even know I had. The deep stretching/ART, muscle activation, massage, and the shockwave I feel made the biggest difference for me. No I’m able to play a whole game if I want to, with only a little bit of pain in my lower back. They also really helped me with shin splints which I thought I would always have, but don’t feel anymore. Dr. P and his team are the BEST for athletes!"
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"My back was hurting so bad every time I would sprint or try to do anything requiring agility/changing directions while I was at football practice. It looked like I was going to miss my season again this year. I had two ACL tears over the last two years, and I was finally healthy with my knees before starting this season. Then the back problem started in August, and I felt crushed. I heard about Dr. Porcher from some of my teammates, and when I started seeing him, I started to feel better right away. By the third week of treatment, I was able to practice at 100%, and able to hit guys as hard as I wanted to in games as a linebacker. Somehow, through treatment, he was able to make all the muscles around my knees, feel much stronger and more explosive also. I’m so grateful for Dr. Porcher, Bre, Nick, and the rest of his team. If you’re having any sort of back problems, this is the place to be. They gave me my football season back."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"Jennifer was unable to go up and down stairs at her house, stand for long periods of time, walk long distances, and had difficulty watching her grandkids because of how bad her left hip pain had become over the several months she had it. After treatment at our office, she is doing very well with her ability to walk long distances, travel, go up and down stairs without restriction, and is enjoying her grandchildren to the fullest."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"Dan presented to the office with moderate to severe lower back pain that wasn't resolving from traditional PT. He was unable to stand for longer than 2-3 minutes, couldn't walk more than 30-40 feet without having to sit down, and had been unable to use his golf simulation at home or play golf in his weekly league or with friends when he started at our office. He went through our combination of corrective treatment techniques for 3 days per week for approximately 10 weeks. In addition to seeing significant improvement of his lumbar X-ray motion study we performed at his initial examination, he had also enjoyed a 100% resolution of his pain and is now thriving, playing golf, and enjoying his grandkids. Dan still comes to our office monthly for maintenance care where he receives an adjustment, muscle activation, Active Release Techniques, and a brief therapeutic massage. And, at the time of writing, he has been able to lose 40 pounds due to his ability to exercise at a higher level."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"John had lower back pain whenever he was running or playing football, basketball, etc. Prior to ordering an MRI, which we did in order to get clarity on whether or not he had the stress fracture, he was still in full participation with his high school football team. With two weeks of treatment (despite the fracture), he was 90% pain-free and continuing to play full contact football. After the MRI results came back, as well as co-managing his case with an ortho, it was decided to hold him out of all athletic activity to ensure that his lower back fully healed, and there would not be a non-union with the fracture. He then continued with the treatments listed above in a gentle manner and as much as we were allowed to per his orthopedic doctor. He has had a full 100% resolution of lower back pain, has noticed that his muscle explosion and strength are much better, and is happily returning to full activity to rejoin his high school basketball team."
– Verified Patient, January 2026
"Ray presented to the office in September 2025 complaining of significant chronic and worsening pain in his lower back and down the left lateral hip/thigh and often to his leg. It had started approximately 6 months before going to our office and he had “failed out of” Physical Therapy . Ray is retired, plays golf several times a week with friends, and exercises 4-5 days per week at the park district health club. Because of his problems, he had been unable to play more than 9 holes of golf in one setting without taking a cart, was unable to jog and/or walk the track at the health club, and was unmotivated to exercise with weights/resistance training in the fitness center because he felt worse all of the time with these activities. He also struggled to walk around on family trips or go to museums with his grandchildren due to the leg pain that would increase with walking. After starting treatment, Ray noticed immediate results. Ray now enjoys his golf, exercise, and grandkids again!"
– Verified Patient, December 2025
"Patient reported not being able to sleep well because of pain waking her up, and could not sleep on her preferred left side. She also couldn’t lift weights overhead or much at all in her upper body without a flare up. Now she is sleeping soundly in her preferred side, and only experiences an occasional pinch in the joint at end range, but the shoulder is thawing, ROM continues to improve close to 100% in all but internal rotation, which is typically last to improve and has already improved about 25% at our clinic during her treatment plan. She’s now having pain-free days, working out with weights again, and able to do tasks like getting dressed and washing her hair without even thinking twice about them."
– Verified Patient, November 2025
4.9 / 5 Patient Satisfaction
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kyle zimmerman • Jun 9, 2026
Dr. Nate is very professional, but also down to earth. Went in for my first visit and left feeling so much better. I have had a back issue for years and after just 40 minutes I walked out feeling almost pain free. It has been 2 days since and the relief has continued.
Beth Rusk • Jun 9, 2026
I had some back pain after jumping on a trampoline. Dr. Nate helped to activate my muscles again and showed me how to strengthen my back to prevent further injuries. I would highly recommend his practice to anyone.
Anthony Kies • Jun 9, 2026
If I could give Dr. Porcher more than 5 stars, I would. Dr. Porcher has helped me come back from two torn hamstrings and a handful of other injuries, each time bringing me back to a point where I was better than I was before the injury. I cannot recommend him highly enough.
Yulia B • Jun 9, 2026
Thursday, July 25, 2019. Dr. Porcher and the team have been wonderful in helping me recover and maintain a healthy, pain-free lifestyle.
Sarah Greene-Falk • Jun 9, 2026
Dr. Porcher is knowledgeable and personable. He helped me be able to go from running 3 miles to 10 miles with no knee pain. I would go back to him in a heartbeat and highly recommend him to friends and family. He even gave me homework to maintain my progress on my own. This is a professional who wants the best for his patients.
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Foundation Sport & Spine has a 5.0-star rating based on 95 patient reviews. Patients have reported 140 verified outcomes with documented improvements.
Yes, Foundation Sport & Spine is open today. Today's hours are 2 PM – 6 PM. Call 8473423000 to schedule an appointment.
Foundation Sport & Spine is located in Arlington Heights, IL. You can find directions and the full address in the contact section above.
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.
You can schedule an appointment by calling 8473423000 or visiting their website. Most clinics accept walk-ins, but calling ahead is recommended.
Yes. Dr. Nate Porcher has documented verified outcomes for post-surgical shoulder pain (rotator cuff) patients. Review the outcomes section above for detailed improvement data and patient stories.
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.