Exercise
Our Functional Movement Program
Chiropractic, Functional Medicine & Wellness
 FMS is a ranking and grading system that documents movement patterns that are key to normal function. By screening these patterns, the FMS readily identifies functional limitations and asymmetries. These are issues that can reduce the effects of functional training and physical conditioning and distort body awareness. |  What are you here for? Every individual develops pain patterns that are specific to themselves. We develop these specific patterns due to individual differences in age, gender, body habitus, lifestyle, and genetics. Perform specific exercises provided by the Doctor to correct musculoskeletal dysfunction and improve the body’s ability to heal. |  Soft-tissue extensibility has to do with the ability that a muscle can extend to a predetermined endpoint. We lose soft tissue extensibility through injury, poor movement patterns, and a sedentary lifestyle. Improving soft tissue extensibility will improve flexibility, strength, power, and range of motion, reducing pain and improving athletic performance. |
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 Proprioception is our perception of the position and movement of our bodies. Proprioception can be reduced as we age, with traumatic injury, as well as poor postural habituation. Optimal neurological and proprioceptive function will reduce symptoms of pain, strengthen joints, tendons, and ligaments, as well as reduce risks for falling. |  Stability, posture, and movement patterning are the major components in developing functional movement patterns. Stability has to do with the ability to maintain control of join movement by coordinating tissues around a joint. Posture is the static position that an individual holds when standing or sitting. Movement patterning is our brain’s ability to direct the body to perform a motor action. Training all three of these components will reduce the risk of getting injured, as well as optimizing |  Functional loading has to do with our ability to produce maximal strength and power in a way that protects the integrity of our joint, reduces unnecessary movement, conserves more energy, and is performed pain-free. Training functional loading will increase our body's ability to handle physical stresses, which will, in turn, reduce the likelihood of injury as well as improve athletic performance. |
Rehab Exercises for Back Pain Relief in Lake Bluff, IL
Move Better. Feel Stronger. Live Pain-Free.
At MC² Health & Wellness, we help patients get lasting relief from back pain through targeted rehab exercises and chiropractic care. Instead of masking pain, we correct the cause — improving movement, posture, and stability so you can get back to doing what you love.
Why Rehab Exercise Works
Rehabilitation exercises retrain your body to move correctly. By restoring balance and strength, you can:
✅ Reduce pain and stiffness
✅ Strengthen your spine and core
✅ Improve flexibility and posture
✅ Prevent recurring back issues
Our programs are science-based and customized to fit your unique needs — whether you’re recovering from injury, managing chronic pain, or preventing future flare-ups.
Our Proven Approach
At MC² Health, we start with a Functional Movement Screen (FMS) to identify your imbalances, weak points, and mobility restrictions.
From there, Dr. McNamara and our rehab team design a plan that may include:
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Core and stability training
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Flexibility and mobility work
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Postural correction and movement retraining
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Progressive strengthening for long-term spine health
You’ll learn how to move efficiently and confidently — not just during therapy, but in your daily life.
Backed by Science, Tailored to You
Research shows that active rehab exercise outperforms passive treatments for chronic back pain. Our integrated approach combines:
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Chiropractic adjustments to restore alignment and nerve flow
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Rehab exercise to strengthen and stabilize
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Soft tissue therapy to reduce tension and improve mobility
This comprehensive strategy helps your body heal faster and stay stronger.
Start Your Recovery Today
Don’t let back pain control your life. Whether it’s sitting, lifting, or exercising — you deserve to move pain-free.
📍900 N. Shore Dr. #170
Lake Bluff, IL 60044
🕒 Appointments available this week
📞 Call us or book online today to schedule your Functional Movement Assessment and start your personalized rehab program.