Functional Range Conditioning: Elevating Chiropractic Care Through Movement and Mobility

At Symmetry Health Chiropractic, we don’t just focus on getting you out of pain, we help you move better, live stronger, and prevent injuries from coming back. One of the powerful tools we use to accomplish this is Functional Range Conditioning (FRC).

This modern mobility system goes hand in hand with chiropractic care, helping us take your treatment one step further by improving movement and function.

Mobility and chiropractic care are complementary.

What Is Functional Range Conditioning (FRC)?

Functional Range Conditioning (FRC) is a science based system developed by Dr. Andreo Spina that focuses on increasing the usable range of motion in your joints, not just flexibility, but strength and control throughout that entire range.

In simple terms, FRC helps you move better, not just more.

Unlike traditional stretching, FRC targets the health of your joints and connective tissue. It uses active movements, controlled tension, and strength training at the end ranges of motion to build more resilient joints and prevent injury.

How Functional Range Conditioning Complements Chiropractic Care with Movement and Mobility

Chiropractic adjustments help restore alignment and reduce tension in the spine and joints, but what happens after the adjustment? That’s where Functional Range Conditioning comes in.

Here's how FRC and chiropractic work together:

• Improve Joint Health

  • Chiropractic adjustments get your joints moving. FRC builds on that by strengthening the tissues around the joint, helping maintain that mobility long after your appointment.

• Build Active Control

  • While adjustments can provide immediate relief, FRC retrains your body to maintain proper alignment through strength and stability. This is especially helpful in preventing recurring pain or dysfunction.

• Support Long Term Function

  • FRC reinforces the changes made during your chiropractic session by developing better movement patterns, posture, and body awareness.

• Help with Injury Rehab and Prevention

  • Whether you’re recovering from a sports injury or dealing with long-term stiffness, FRC can help you move more safely and efficiently, reducing your risk of re-injury.

What an FRC-Inspired Session Looks Like

When you visit Symmetry Health Chiropractic, your care may include targeted mobility exercises based on FRC principles. These sessions are customized for your goals and could involve:

• Controlled Articular Rotations (CARs): Gentle, joint specific movements done daily to maintain joint health.

• End-Range Strengthening: Exercises that strengthen muscles and tissues at the edge of your flexibility, where injuries often happen.

• Progressive Mobility Training: Techniques that challenge your balance, stability, and neuromuscular control.

  
  

These exercises are designed to feel intentional, not rushed. You’ll often work slowly, with purpose, to deeply engage the muscles that support your joints. This will allow more mobility and movement in the body, supporting your chiropractic care with the Functional Range Conditioning system.

Who Can Benefit from FRC?

• Athletes who want to improve performance or reduce injury risk

• Office workers dealing with stiffness from prolonged sitting

• New parents looking to rebuild core and joint strength post pregnancy

• Older adults who want to stay mobile and independent

• Anyone wanting to move with more freedom and control

At Symmetry Health Chiropractic, we meet you where you are, whether you’re new to movement or training at a high level.

A Smarter Approach to Mobility

Mobility isn’t just about stretching, it’s about how well your body moves, how strong you are at your end ranges, and how confidently your joints handle everyday tasks.

By integrating Functional Range Conditioning into chiropractic care, we’re not just helping you feel better, we’re helping you move better, for the long run.

Ready to Move with Strength and Control?

Dr. Annemarie Stupi is certified in FRC (FRCms) and combines chiropractic expertise with modern movement science to provide comprehensive, personalized care. Whether you’re recovering from pain or aiming to improve your performance, FRC can help unlock your body’s full potential.

Learn more or book an appointment at www.symmetryhealthnyc.com