Physical Therapy Archives

Core Strength Benefits

Published by Dr. C.J. DeFabio, D.C. | May 28, 2019

Core Strength Benefits: Why It’s the Foundation of Pain-Free Movement If you’ve ever been told to “strengthen your core,” you’re not alone, it’s a common issue and a common recommendation. But here’s the problem: most people don’t actually know what that means or, more importantly, why it matters for pain, injury recovery, and long-term health. At Ravenswood Chiropractic & Wellness Center in Andersonville, Chicago, we emphasize the importance of core strength in every physical therapy…
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Top 15 Weightlifting Injuries and How To Avoid Them

Published by Dr. C.J. DeFabio, D.C. | May 8, 2019

Weightlifting injuries are common but also preventable. Taking a few minutes to warm-up and stretch before and after every workout can dramatically decrease your risk of injury. While exercising, be sure to incorporate all major muscle groups in a given week – don’t isolate one part of the body while forgetting about the rest. Start slow and lift light, gradually increasing the weight you use over the course of weeks and months. If you are…
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Live a Longer, Healthier Life with Strength Training

Published by Dr. C.J. DeFabio, D.C. | January 31, 2019

Strength Training for Longevity: How Building Muscle May Help You Live Longer and Healthier Does Strength Training Help You Live Longer? Yes, strength training is strongly associated with living longer, reducing chronic disease risk, and maintaining independence as you age. Regular resistance training helps: Preserve muscle mass Support joint stability and reduce injury risk Improve metabolism and blood sugar control Maintain mobility, balance, and daily function For most people, 2–3 strength training sessions per week…
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Can A Herniated Disc Heal?

Published by Dr. C.J. DeFabio, D.C. | January 28, 2019

Can a Herniated Disc Heal on Its Own? How Discs Actually Recover Let’s Start With the Question Everyone Asks If you’ve been told you have a herniated disc, your first thought is usually some version of: “Is this going to heal… or am I stuck with this?” It’s a fair question, and the answer is more encouraging (and more interesting) than most people I talk to expect. Yes, many herniated discs can improve over time….
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CrossFit Injuries & Prevention – Chicago

Published by Dr. C.J. DeFabio, D.C. | December 31, 2018

CrossFit Workouts: What You Need to Know Before You Start And How to Stay Injury-Free in Chicago Thinking About Starting CrossFit Or Trying to Stay Consistent With It? CrossFit has become one of the most effective ways to build strength, endurance, and confidence and when it’s done well, it really does work. A lot of the athletes we work with here in Andersonville have been doing it for years, and they’re not looking to slow down…
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PHYSICAL THERAPY

Core Strength Benefits

Top 15 Weightlifting Injuries and How To Avoid Them

Live a Longer, Healthier Life with Strength Training

Can A Herniated Disc Heal?

CrossFit Injuries & Prevention – Chicago