Dr. Jeff Heddles, DC

Dr. Heddles is a graduate of the National University of Health Sciences (Lombard, IL) where he earned a second Bachelor of Science and his Doctor of Chiropractic Degree. He is also graduate of Ashland University (Ashland, OH).  Beyond his Chiropractic Degree, Dr. Heddles is an Biomechanics and Elite Provider Network credentialed practitioner of Active Release Technique®. He is also a certified Golf Fitness Instructor, and certified in the molding of custom orthotics.

Dr. Heddles has a strong background in working with athletes.  As a former three time All-American in the hammer throw (track &field), he had the opportunity to train with and compete against some of the top athletes in the country.  Included in his list of former training partners are NCAA national champions, NCAA national record holders, U.S. Navy S.E.A.L.'s, a “World’s Strongest Man” competitor, four different Olympians, and American record holders.  Having trained with elite athletes such as these, Dr. Heddles has a unique perspective on the demands placed on the health and bodies athletes of all sizes and ability levels. Most recently, Dr. Heddles is part of the treatment team for various IRONMAN® competitions including the IRONMAN® World Championships that are held in Kona Hawaii.

Email Dr. Heddles directly:  drheddles@activebodychiro.com 

Dr. Dylan Drynan, DC

Dr. Drynan attained his Doctorate of Chiropractic at the National University of Health Sciences in Lombard, Illinois.  His  undergraduate studies were completed at the University of Guelph in Ontario, Canada where he attained a Bachelor's degree specializing in Bio-Medical Sciences.  Dr. Drynan is a certified Biomechanics and Elite Provider Network practitioner of Active Release Technique®, he is certified in Graston Technique®, and he is certified in the molding of custom orthotics. 

Dr. Drynan is part of the treatment team for IRONMAN® Triathlons including the World Championships in Kona Hawaii. He works with many of the local IRONMAN® triathletes as they prepare for races around the world. He has also had a lot of experience dealing both amateur and professional athletes from such sports as football, running, triathlons, powerlifting, and bodybuilding.

Dr. Drynan has also worked at Chicago's Columbia College where he has recently taught courses in general human biology, anatomy and physiology.

Email Dr. Drynan directly:  drdrynan@activebodychiro.com

Dr. Ryan Verchota, DC

Dr. Verchota is a Magna Cum Laude graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic located in Davenport, Iowa. Prior to Chiropractic school Dr. Verchota attended Augustana College in Rock Island, IL where he earned a Bachelor’s of Science degree with a double major of Biology and Pre-Medicine and a minor in Biochemistry. While in Chiropractic school he served as an intern of the sports injury club, a member of sports council (providing voluntary care at various athletic events in Illinois/Iowa), a rehabilitation and sports injury assistant, and president of the Men’s soccer club. Dr. Verchota is full body certified in Active Release Technique®. Dr. Verchota also practices Vojta therapy which is a technique developed in Germany that uses reflex stimulation in order to center joints and improve functional stability. Dr. Verchota is currently working on becoming a Certified Chiropractic Wellness Practitioner that will help him to incorporate nutritional and healthy living advise into practice.

Dr. Verchota played and coached soccer at the collegiate level and is an avid fan of Liverpool FC. In his spare time he enjoys running, mountain biking, snowboarding, yoga, and reading. He incorporates his active lifestyle and knowledge of sport into each and every treatment. He has treated professional powerlifters, body builders, triathletes, marathoners, and ARMY Rangers. Dr. Verchota will be part of the treatment team at the IRONMAN® Madison this September and will be running his first marathon in Chicago this October to raise money for the Non-Profit Chiropractic Organization. Click HERE to see his fundraising page and learn more about the cause!

Email Dr. Verchota directly:  drverchota@activebodychiro.com