Exercise of theMonth Try this exercise to reintroducemovement to a sore back or neck
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Dr. Elizabeth Racioppi, PT, DPT, Physical Therapist
ElizabethearnedherDoctorofPhysicalTherapy andBachelorofScience inKinesiologydegrees from the University of Southern California in LosAngeles,CA.Elizabeth isaWomen’sHealth Specialist able to help women with a variety of pelvic health issues as well as pre- and postpartumneeds.She isalsoaCrossFitLevel 1Traineranda passionateCrossFitterherself.
Certifications and Training • Doctor of Physical Therapy • Licensed Physical Therapist by the State of Illinois • APTA/IPTA Member • Women’s Health Therapist • CrossFit Level 1 Trainer • Lincoln Park Clinic Manager
Rotation Series
Start from your elbow and your knees to ensure you’re using the correct muscles. First, press down through your elbow until your shoulder is directly over it and you feel muscles in your armpit (serratus anterior) engage. Next, lift the pelvis towards the ceiling without the shoulder coming to the inside of the elbow. Hold for 30 seconds or as long as you’re able to keep those armpit muscles engaged, 3 times. Be sure to keep your head neutral in line with the rest of your spine and make sure you aren’t rotated forwards or backward.
University of Southern California • Doctorate in Physical Therapy, 2012 • Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, 2008
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