CMR Muscle · Yorkville, IL
Muscle & fascia treatment for pain that hasn’t gone away
You’re not just getting older. The pain has a cause, and a solution. Most people feel their motion change on the first visit.
Practicing since 2012
Thousands of patients treated
No referral needed
HSA and FSA accepted
Stop the cycle.
Start your comeback.
“Try some meds.”
“Try to stretch through it.”
“Try to just ‘live with it.’”
Nothing sticks. Nothing lasts. Any relief is only temporary—and you’re still in pain and struggling to do the things you love.
Pain-Free is Possible
A provider who listens
A clear diagnosis
A treatment plan that works
Real results you can feel
Injuries we treat
Wherever it hurts, the cause is often muscle and fascia. These are the injuries we treat most, grouped by where you feel it.
Head and neck
- Tension headaches
- Migraines
- TMJ and jaw pain
- Neck pain and stiffness
Shoulder
- Frozen shoulder
- Rotator cuff injuries
- Shoulder bursitis and tendonitis
- Shoulder pain that wakes you at night
Elbow, arm and wrist
- Tennis elbow
- Golfer’s elbow
- Bicep and tricep tendonitis
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Wrist pain
Back
- Low back pain
- Back pain that keeps coming back
- Sciatica
- Herniated disc injuries
- SI joint pain
- Upper and mid back tightness
Hip
- Hip flexor strains
- Hip bursitis
- Hip pain
Groin and thigh
- Groin strains
- Hamstring strains
- Quad strains
Knee
- IT band syndrome
- Patellar tendonitis (jumper’s knee)
- Knee pain
Lower leg, ankle and foot
- Shin splints
- Calf strains
- Achilles tendonitis
- Ankle sprains
- Plantar fasciitis
- Foot pain
Don’t see yours listed? Book a free consult and we will tell you honestly whether we can help.
What Our
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What Our Patients Say
5.0 ★★★★★
from 68 Google reviews
What happens at your visit?
No need to be nervous. We start by talking through your symptoms, what you have already tried, and what you want to get back to doing. Then we look at how you move to find the muscle and fascia driving the pain, which is often not right where it hurts.
Most of the visit is hands-on work on the tissue that is restricted, so it can move and glide the way it should. Most people feel their motion change on the first visit. You leave with a few simple things to do at home so the progress holds between visits.
How we treat depends on who you see. Dr. Eric works entirely with his hands. Dr. Brittany uses a combination of hands-on work, dry needling and cupping, whatever is best for your case.
Dry needling and cupping
Offered by Dr. Brittany. Dr. Eric’s treatment is entirely hands-on, with no needles or cups.
Dry needling
Dry needling places a thin, solid needle into a tight, tense muscle to ease pain and tightness and help the tissue let go. Nothing is injected. You may feel a quick poke, then pressure or a deep ache. A twitch can happen, but it is not the goal, and Dr. Brittany can usually avoid it if you prefer. Soreness later that day or the next is normal. Nervous? Start with one needle. If you don’t like it, it comes out and you never have to do it again.
Dry needling is not acupuncture. Acupuncture works from meridians and energy flow and looks at the body as a whole. Dry needling is musculoskeletal: needles go where specific muscles are holding pain and tension. Dr. Brittany pairs it with hands-on work and stretching, never in place of them.
Cupping
Cupping uses gentle suction to lift the skin and fascia instead of pressing down on them, which helps restricted tissue move and glide the way it should. Dr. Brittany uses silicone cups, either left in place or glided along the muscle, usually after hands-on work.
The round marks are not bruises. They are usually dark for a day or two, then fade over a few more days, and tend to show more the first time. If you have a wedding, photos or a beach trip coming up, tell us and we will plan around it.
Neither one is required. Dr. Brittany will talk through whether either makes sense for your case before she uses it.
Who you’ll see
Two providers, one approach: we don’t chase symptoms, we solve the problem.
Dr. Eric Andersen, DC
Muscle and fascia specialist
Dr. Eric has been practicing since 2012 and has treated thousands of patients, from professional and Division 1 athletes to moms ready to take care of themselves, kids, and everyone in between.
He holds a Doctor of Chiropractic degree but no longer adjusts, because he specializes in muscle and fascia: the restricted tissue behind pain that stretching, rest and other treatments have not fixed. His treatment is entirely hands-on, with no needles or cups. His goal is simple, to get you back to the things you love.
Dr. Brittany Dempsey, PT, DPT
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Dr. Brittany treats orthopedic and post-surgical pain, including low back, hip and SI joint pain. She earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy from Northern Illinois University in 2019, worked at Midwest Orthopedic Institute and Northwestern Medicine, and has used dry needling since 2021.
“At the end of your treatment plan, I want you to feel confident in managing your symptoms and maintaining your progress independently, so you don’t feel like you need to be in therapy forever.”
She also leads our pelvic floor therapy.
Transparent pricing
No surprise bills. These are our prices for muscle and fascia treatment and physical therapy.
Free consult
$0
15 minutes, in person
Not sure where to start? Meet a provider, talk through your injury, and leave with a clear next step.
Single visit
$275
60 minutes, or $137.50 for 30 minutes
Pay as you go, one visit at a time.
5 visit package
$1,265
$253 per visit
Five hours of care, used as 60 or 30 minute visits.
Concierge package
Use credits across treatment, physical therapy, pelvic floor, massage, hyperbaric oxygen and sauna.
Packages expire one year after purchase and can be shared with family or friends with written consent from the purchaser.
Muscle Concierge: one plan, total access
Buy credits once and use them however your body needs them: hands-on treatment, physical therapy, pelvic floor therapy, massage, hyperbaric oxygen or the infrared sauna. Mix and match services, and share credits with your family.
20 Credits
$2,500
$125 per credit
Best for one person or a couple.
40 Credits
$4,200
$105 per credit
Best for a family of three or more.
For a 60-minute treatment visit, that works out to $250 on 20 credits or $210 on 40 credits, compared with $275 paid one visit at a time.
What each service uses
| Muscle and fascia treatment, physical therapy or pelvic floor therapy 30 minutes uses 1 credit |
2 credits per 60 min |
| Massage 30 minutes uses ½ credit, 90 minutes uses 1½ credits |
1 credit per 60 min |
| Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) 60 minutes in 100% oxygen |
1 credit per session |
| Infrared sauna with red light therapy Choose your session: cardio, relaxation, weight loss, detox, pain relief or anti-aging |
½ credit per session |
Example: 20 credits could cover five 60-minute treatment visits (10 credits), six 60-minute massages (6 credits) and eight sauna sessions (4 credits).
Credits are good for one year from purchase and can be shared with family or friends with written consent from the purchaser. Your concierge schedules your visits and tracks your balance for you.
Paying for care
We are out of network by choice, and we work to make paying for care simple. Your HSA or FSA card works here the same as it does anywhere else. Ask for a superbill any time and we will give you one at no charge, so you can submit for out of network reimbursement. And CareCredit financing lets you spread a larger plan of care over time instead of paying for it all at once.
Subject to credit approval. Promotional financing terms are set by CareCredit, not by CMR Health Group.
Your Path
Starts Here
This isn’t your typical healthcare.
We’re not here to rush you in and out.
We’re not working for an insurance company.
We’re not offering you another cookie-cutter approach.
We’re here to help you heal—fully.
Hands-on care is the answer for the large majority of our patients. In the rare cases you need more, we partner side by side with an amazing medical team right here in our building.
Our promise: if we can’t fix it, we won’t waste your time and money. We will refer you and connect you with the help you need.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is fascia, and why does it cause pain?
Fascia is the connective tissue that wraps around and through every muscle in your body. When it becomes restricted — from injury, surgery, repetitive movement, or years of compensating for something — it stops gliding the way it should. That restriction shows up as stiffness, tightness, or pain that stretching and rest never quite resolve. Treating the fascia addresses the cause rather than chasing the symptom. Think of it this way: if a 20 pound muscle is pulling on a 2 pound bone, the muscle is going to win. That is why we treat the muscle and fascia to get results that last.
What does a treatment session actually feel like?
You’ll feel focused, hands-on pressure on the areas we’re working. Most people describe it as intense but productive — the kind of pressure that feels like it’s finally reaching the thing that’s been bothering them. We check in with you throughout and adjust. This is not a relaxation massage, and it shouldn’t be sharp or unbearable. Tell us what you’re feeling and we’ll work within it.
Will I be sore afterward?
Some people feel mild soreness for a day or so, similar to how you’d feel after a good workout. Others walk out feeling looser right away. Both are normal. We’ll tell you what to expect for your specific treatment and what to do at home — usually hydration, gentle movement, and skipping a hard training session that same day.
How soon will I notice a difference?
Many people feel more range of motion the same day. Lasting change usually takes more than one visit, because we’re retraining tissue that’s been restricted for a while — often years. What we won’t do is string you along. After your first visit you’ll have a clear sense of what we’re solving, roughly how long it should take, and how you’ll know it’s working.
How many visits will I need?
Treatment plans often involve 5–8 visits. After that, many patients choose monthly maintenance.
Can you help after surgery or with serious injuries?
Yes. Unless you currently have a major fracture or complete tear, we can likely help. Not sure? Book a free injury consultation and we’ll assess it together.
Do you treat chronic pain?
Absolutely. We regularly treat chronic issues like plantar fasciitis, herniated discs, and migraines — with real hope and real results.
What should I wear to my appointment?
Wear something comfortable you can move in — athletic clothes work well. If we’re treating legs or hips, shorts help; for shoulders or upper back, a tank top or t-shirt. Coming straight from work? No problem — we keep shorts on hand for you to change into.
Do I need a referral to be seen?
No referral needed — you can book directly with us. If you’re already working with a physician, surgeon, or physical therapist, we’re glad to coordinate so everyone’s aligned on your plan. Just mention it at your first visit and we’ll take it from there.
Should I see Dr. Eric or Dr. Brittany?
Both treat muscle and joint pain, and both start by finding the cause. Dr. Eric works entirely with his hands on muscle and fascia. Dr. Brittany is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who combines hands-on work with dry needling, cupping and rehab exercises, and she also treats the pelvic floor. Not sure which fits? Book a free 15-minute consult and we will point you to the right provider.
How much does it cost?
A 60-minute visit is $275 and a 30-minute visit is $137.50. The 5 visit package is $1,265, and concierge credit packages start at $2,500. Your first consult is free. See full pricing for every option.
Do you take insurance?
We are out of network by choice, so we can focus on what is best for you rather than what insurance will cover. Ask for a superbill any time and we will give you one at no charge to submit for out of network reimbursement. HSA and FSA cards work here, and CareCredit financing is available.
CMR Health Group’s promise to you:
- We’ll get to the root of the pain.
- We’ll create a plan that you can implement.
- We’ll help you recover, prevent future injury, and feel like yourself again.