Hi, I am a certified stretch practitioner and personal trainer with over 25 years of experience helping people move better, feel stronger and reduce pain through personalized stretching and fitness programs. I hold a B.S. in Kinesiology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and certifications including National Strength and Conditioning Association CSCS and Fascial Stretch Practitioner Level 1. My approach focuses on functional movement, flexibility, mobility and core strength: tailoring sessions to each client’s goals and abilities. Whether you are recovering from an injury, improving athletic performance or simply looking to move with more ease, I am here to help you feel your best!

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Lina Foster is a chiropractic assistant here at 1st Choice Chiropractic. She was born and raised in Lithuania where she earned a Bachelors degree in rehabilitation and worked as a physical therapist in a clinical setting. She is certified in cupping therapy. Lina states “helping individuals achieve their health goals is what keeps me driven.” She lives an active healthy lifestyle. She loves spending time with her son and her family. She enjoys any outdoor activities, nature, hikes, walks and swimming.

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Dr. Jessica Krishnakumar is from upstate NY where she obtained her BS in Biology and a minor in Chemistry. She then went to obtain her Doctorate in Chiropractic from New York Chiropractic College in Seneca Falls, NY in 2010. Dr. Jess is certified with the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners with Parts I, II, III, IV and Physiology completed. She has advanced training in cervicothoracic procedures, Activator Methods and is certified in cupping therapy. Dr. Jess has practiced chiropractic in New York, Pennsylvania and Arizona before relocating to Libertyville, IL where she resides with her husband and two children. She opened 1st Choice Chiropractic in 2020 after relocating from Arizona with her family. When not practicing, Dr. Jess enjoys playing sports with her kids as well as traveling with her family.

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Dr. Katie Niebur is an Illinois native, growing up in the suburbs of Chicago. She is trained as both a Chiropractic physician as well as a Naturopathic doctor. Dr. Katie attended the National University of Health Sciences where she earned both of her doctoral degrees, and her 100 hour acupuncture certification. Her dual education has given her a unique skillset and perspective in natural medicine. With a love of learning, a fascination with the body’s inherent ability to heal, and her passion for helping others, Dr. Katie truly enjoys being a doctor and is always willing to learn how to better serve her patients. She hopes to support her patients on their wellness journey, and it is her goal to encourage and empower her patients to take control of their health. When doctor Katie is not seeing patients she loves reading, yoga, swimming, and spending time in nature, especially when shared with family and friends.

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Rubi Vega is a licensed massage therapist originally from Austin, Texas. She began her professional journey studying Exercise Science at San Angelo State University before relocating to Illinois to attend First Institute, where she discovered her passion for massage therapy. Since beginning her practice in 2019, Rubi has been trained in a variety of massage modalities and continues to expand her expertise. She is dedicated to helping clients feel their best through thoughtful, personalized care and looks forward to sharing her skills to support your wellness goals.

Rubi Vega is a licensed massage therapist originally from Austin, Texas. She began her profession... Read More