Rehabilitative & Functional Training

What is Functional Rehabilitation?

Functional rehabilitation at Chicago Spine and Sports stands apart from traditional rehabilitation services. We utilize specialized movement screens to prescribe targeted corrective exercises. Research indicates that patients experiencing pain recover more rapidly with exercises specifically designed to address the mechanical cause of their discomfort. Our doctors develop individualized exercise programs tailored to your injury and the activities or sports you aim to return to.

What Types of Movement Screens are Used for Exercise Prescription?

Our functional rehabilitation programs incorporate various advanced movement screens, including:

• Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA)

• Functional Movement Screen (FMS)

• Y-Balance Test

• Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy

• Sport Specific Tests

• Video Motion Capture Technology

What Types of Rehabilitation Programs are Available?

At Chicago Spine and Sports, we offer a proprietary blend of rehabilitation techniques customized to meet each patient's unique needs. Our programs are classified based on the specific requirements for mobility, stability, return-to-sport, strengthening, endurance, pain relief, and recovery.

The foundation of our rehabilitation programs is neurodevelopmental sequencing.

What Does This Mean?

Consider the stages of development from birth: we begin lying on our backs, then progress to crawling, kneeling, and finally standing. Rehabilitating from the ground up allows us to start in the safest and most supportive positions. On the floor, gravity less impacts the body, enhancing basic stability. As you improve, we gradually introduce more complex movements and resistances to further your progress.

How Can Functional Rehabilitation Help?

"Move well, then move often."

This is a core principle at Chicago Spine and Sports. Too often, individuals begin exercise regimens without proper movement abilities, leading to injury. Our movement screens help identify and address potential issues before or after an injury, ensuring a safer and more effective recovery process.