Using the Benefits of Physical Therapy to Improve Posture

Published by Dr. C.J. DeFabio, D.C. | June 25, 2019

Using the Benefits of Physical Therapy to Improve Posture Poor posture rarely starts all at once. More often, it develops gradually as your body tries to work around pain, stiffness, weakness, or limited mobility. While pain lets us know if there is an issue in our bodies, we all do our best to avoid it. Whether you’re experiencing simple muscle soreness and strain, or you are recovering from an injury, your body will often change…
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Dangers of Rounded Shoulders and How to Fix Them

Published by Dr. C.J. DeFabio, D.C. | June 19, 2019

At Ravenswood Chiropractic & Wellness Center, located in the Andersonville neighborhood of Chicago, we regularly evaluate and treat patients dealing with postural changes like rounded shoulders that are often caused by desk work, phone use, and repetitive daily habits. This article explains: What rounded shoulders are Why they matter for long-term spinal health Evidence-informed ways to improve posture safely If you’re experiencing shoulder tightness, neck pain, or upper back discomfort, it’s important to understand that…
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Understanding Motor Control and Motor Learning for Physical Therapy

Published by Dr. C.J. DeFabio, D.C. | June 13, 2019

Motor Control in Physical Therapy: Why It Matters More Than Strength or Flexibility Alone Local, Evidence-Informed Physical Therapy in Andersonville, Chicago At Ravenswood Chiropractic & Wellness Center, located in the Andersonville neighborhood of Chicago, our care model is built around one core idea: Pain is often not just a strength or flexibility problem, it may also be a control problem. Motor control dysfunction is one of the three primary contributors to pain and movement limitations,…
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Post-Surgical Rehab: Get Back on Your Feet Faster

Published by Dr. C.J. DeFabio, D.C. | June 12, 2019

Post-Surgical Rehabilitation in Andersonville, Chicago Physical Therapy, Class IV Laser Therapy & Shockwave for Smarter Recovery Recovering from surgery is a big deal and for most people, it’s not just about healing… it’s about getting your life back. At Ravenswood Chiropractic & Wellness Center, right here on Ravenswood Avenue in Andersonville, we work with patients every day who are trying to bridge that gap between “the surgery is done” and “I feel like myself again.”…
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Physical Therapy for Sports Injuries in Chicago | Ravenswood Chiropractic

Published by Dr. C.J. DeFabio, D.C. | June 11, 2019

Physical Therapy for Sports Injuries in Andersonville, Chicago Why Early Treatment Matters Sports injuries have a way of sneaking up on you. Sometimes it’s obvious, like a rolled ankle, a pulled hamstring, or a sharp pain mid-workout. Often, it builds slowly, like a shoulder that feels “off,” a knee that tightens after a run, or a back that no longer feels right. In fact, one of the most common things we hear at Ravenswood Chiropractic…
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Using the Benefits of Physical Therapy to Improve Posture

Dangers of Rounded Shoulders and How to Fix Them

Understanding Motor Control and Motor Learning for Physical Therapy

Post-Surgical Rehab: Get Back on Your Feet Faster

Physical Therapy for Sports Injuries in Chicago | Ravenswood Chiropractic