Chiropractic – Physical Therapy – Acupuncture – Massage – Aesthetics
Who It’s For
Dr. Kiper began his career in film, television, and the restaurant industry. After sustaining a neck injury at the gym, he spent months trying traditional treatments — medication, physical therapy, and countless doctor visits — without lasting relief. Raised in a household deeply rooted in Western medicine, he was initially hesitant to try chiropractic care. However, after exhausting other options, he followed a friend’s recommendation and visited a chiropractor. The experience was life-changing. He immediately knew this was his true calling, left his job, and returned to school to become a chiropractor himself.
After graduating and shadowing multiple clinics across Chicagoland, Dr. Kiper realized he wanted to redefine how chiropractic and physical medicine were practiced. Frustrated by profit-driven models and repetitive treatment plans, he founded Lakeside Spine & Wellness in Ravenswood, Chicago — a practice built on genuine patient care and measurable clinical outcomes.
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Our Team
Dr. Andrew Kiper
Dr. Ivette Mendez
Lead Chiropractor |
Cert MDT | Webster Cert
Dr. Joshua Button
Chiropractic Physician | MDT Specialist
Dr. Chunxin Chang
Doctor of Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine
Ken Cook, LMT
Lead Massage Therapist
About
Dr. Joshua Button is the only provider In-Network with Aetna
Dr. Joshua Button is the only provider In-Network with Curative Health Plans
* HSA & FSA Accepted
* We do not accept Medicaid / Medicare
We are currently in-network with all Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Choice PPO plans (excluding Medicare/Medicaid). In addition, Dr. Button is in-network with Curative Health Plans and Aetna PPO plans. We offer a complimentary insurance verification for new patients. Contact us today so we may verify your coverage. At Lakeside individualized patient care is extremely important to us! Cost will depend on your individual needs and coverage. We offer comfortable payment options for high deductible plans, out-of-network plans, or no insurance coverage/self pay.
We understand insurance can be confusing and even stressful at times! At Lakeside, we have many patients with out-of-network insurance plans who see us for the exceptional and outcome-driven care we provide. We currently accept most out-of-network plans and are able to bill them directly. Call today so we can check your individual benefits. Many plans have exceptional out-of-network coverage! Our goal is to get you better as quickly and affordably as we can! Check out all of our five-star reviews from our very satisfied patients.
For patients with high deductibles, out-of-network, or no insurance coverage, we offer flexible and easy payment options including interest-free financing with SunBit as well as Afterpay and CareCredit. In addition, we offer affordable Annual Care Plans to help keep care cost-effective!
At Lakeside, we focus on individualized patient care with extremely high clinical outcomes. Please contact one of our team members today with any financial questions or concerns you may have, and one of our qualified Treatment Coordinators will be glad to help!
A physical therapist helps patients regain strength, mobility, and function through targeted, evidence-based exercises. At Lakeside Spine & Wellness, our providers utilize the McKenzie Method (MDT) to identify the root cause of pain and guide patients through customized exercises that promote faster recovery and long-term relief. By focusing on self-management strategies, we help patients reduce their reliance on frequent in-clinic visits.
Our chiropractors provide precise, hands-on treatments, including spinal adjustments and soft tissue therapy, to complement physical therapy. By integrating chiropractic care with MDT-based rehabilitation, we focus on achieving lasting results efficiently—helping patients move better, feel better, and return to their daily activities with confidence.
The cost of treatment depends on factors like insurance coverage, treatment plan length, and services provided. We believe in transparency, so at your Report of Findings (second visit), we will go over your treatment plan and all payment options. For self-pay patients, we offer affordable package pricing and annual care plans to keep care cost-effective.
Physical therapy addresses pain and movement issues through targeted exercises, manual therapy, and education. After evaluating your condition, a therapist creates a personalized plan focused on improving strength and mobility, often requiring minimal follow-ups.
Unlike physical therapy, chiropractic care involves multiple in-clinic sessions for hands-on adjustments. Lakeside Spine & Wellness offers both treatments to provide comprehensive care tailored to each patient.
Yes! Dr. Mendez is Webster Certified and specializes in prenatal chiropractic care to help with pregnancy-related pain and discomfort. We offer safe, effective care for expecting mothers.
While one visit may provide temporary relief, our approach focuses on long-term solutions. Most patients benefit from a short treatment plan to fully resolve their issue and prevent it from coming back.
At Lakeside Spine & Wellness, we proudly provide chiropractic care to several Chicago neighborhoods, including Andersonville, Ravenswood, Lakeview, Edgewater , Lincoln Park, Skokie, Avondale and Lincoln Square. If you’re in or near these areas, we’re here to help with your spine and wellness needs!
Welcome to Lakeside Spine & Wellness, where we offer professional chiropractic care to help you feel your best. Chiropractic treatment is a proven and effective first choice for addressing musculoskeletal pain, offering a safe alternative to medications or invasive surgical procedures. The American College of Physicians now advises that conservative treatments, such as chiropractor care, rehabilitation, and massage therapy, should be the preferred initial approach for managing low back pain. Invasive and often risky surgeries, as well as medications, should only be considered if chiropractor didn’t help.
At Lakeside Spine & Wellness, our comprehensive chiropractic services are tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient, helping to reduce pain, restore mobility, and improve overall wellness without the risks associated with drugs or surgery.
At Lakeside Spine & Wellness, we focus on providing safe, proven, and effective chiropractic help based on your comfort and needs. We specialize in the McKenzie Method of MDT, a science-backed approach with a 92% success rate for ALL musculoskeletal issues. This chiropractic treatment provides highly effective care with measurable outcomes.
Unlike outdated chiropractic services focused on “life energy,” we only use modern, evidence-based techniques. If you’re uncomfortable with certain adjustments, like neck adjustments, we will never perform them. Your comfort is always our priority.
At Lakeside Chiropractic we also believe in reducing dependency on care. Our personalized treatment plans are designed to minimize the number of sessions needed while maximizing results. We avoid endless visit schedules and instead educate you on preventive care to maintain your progress. At Lakeside Spine & Wellness, our goal is simple: provide real results for your health. With our help, you can forget about endless visits, “natural healing,” which has nothing to do with actual medical help, and so on. Our goal is as simple as delivering high clinical outcomes and helping you overcome your ailment.
Are you ready to experience all the benefits of chiropractic care? Contact us today to see how we can help you and why our chiropractic care stands out!
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