A Heroic Partnership React Physical Therapy is proud to be an official partner of the Mercy Home Heroes team for the 2021 Bank of America Chicago Marathon. Heroes run on behalf of Mercy Home for Boys & Girls, a residential…
If you are someone who suffers from chronic low back pain, then chances are, you probably have some weakness in a muscle known as your multifidus. The multifidus is a muscle that travels up and along the spine on either…
Now that we have established why sleep is vital to our body's recovery, let's address how to improve the quality of sleep. Here is a list of evidence-based factors that can be changed to improve sleep. 1. Limit Night-Time Blue…
The hard work put in while rehabbing an injury or working out, in general, is not the only thing the body needs to produce meaningful change. The human body needs time to recover in order to repair the tissues in…
If you have done more virtual hangouts recently you might have also noticed increased stiffness in your spine and possibly changes in your posture. We all know it’s healthy not to sit for prolonged periods of time, but sometimes we can’t help…
This month, we want to introduce you to our latest partner Romer Skincare. Based here in Chicago, they launched a clean skincare line for both men and women that covers all your skin needs - and they proved you don't…
Ever get to the gym to do a workout and as soon as you do your first lift, you feel one side of your low back seize up? Or maybe set your alarm early so you can get up for…
Did you know that smoking not only affects your lungs and cardiovascular system but your musculoskeletal system, too? 🚭 Smoking has been shown to hinder healing, whether that’s post-op, recovering from an injury, or even cuts and wounds. Recovery…
As winter weather approaches, so do hazardous conditions. Snowy sidewalks, icy parking lots, and strong winds are unavoidable here in Chicago. With these hazardous conditions comes a high increase in fall risk for all ages, especially in the elderly. …
Want to know one of the most effective exercises in reducing pain and stress? Breathing. Studies show that incorporating diaphragmatic breathing into a daily routine can reduce cortisol levels (reduce stress), improved sustained attention, and decrease negative affect. The problem…