Description

In this third installment of the Relevant Rehab series, Dr. Donald DeFabio takes an even deeper dive into active care strategies for managing chronic low back pain, combining progressive stabilization techniques with the latest evidence in lifestyle and nutritional intervention.

Designed to deliver results you can apply right away, this course focuses on how to build and progress core stability for the lumbopelvic-hip complex, while also addressing the often-overlooked lifestyle factors that can affect patient recovery. You’ll gain insight into how and when to progress exercises safely, while integrating guidance from peer-reviewed literature to ensure your approach is both effective and evidence-based.

Hour 1 centers on foundational and advanced stability exercises, with a step-by-step guide for progression and patient readiness.

Hour 2 expands on additional stabilization techniques, and introduces practical lifestyle and nutritional strategies to support long-term recovery and pain reduction.

In this course, you’ll learn to:

Design and progress stabilization exercises for the lumbopelvic-hip complex

Identify when and how to safely advance patients through rehab phases

Integrate research-supported stabilization protocols into your practice

Apply nutrition and lifestyle modifications to complement musculoskeletal care

Strengthen from the inside out—and equip your patients with a comprehensive path to healing.