Dr. Michael Calcagno received his Doctor of Chiropractic from Life University and practices chiropractic medicine at Olympia Chiropractic & Physical Therapy’s Elmhurst, Illinois, office. In addition to acting as primary practitioner, Dr. Michael Calcagno also serves as the location’s Clinic Director. Dr. Michael Calcagno and the team at Olympia Chiropractic & Physical Therapy are committed to providing the best possible care for their patients. In addition to comprehensive chiropractic services, Dr. Michael Calcagno offers a full range of physical and massage therapies, as well as athletic training and nutritional counseling. Prior to earning his Doctor of Chiropractic, Dr. Calcagno attended Bowling Green State University, where he played football and rugby. As a former athlete, Dr. Calcagno understands the challenges that athletes face when coping with chronic sprains and injuries. In his dedication to the recovery and rehabilitation of athletes, he acts as team doctor for York Community High School’s track team and as a strength and conditioning coach for the football team of his alma mater, Immaculate Conception High School. Dr. Calcagno is an acting board member of Kickoff for Kids, an organization that aims to enhance the lives of children in the Elmhurst, Illinois, community. Kickoff for Kids coordinates various events throughout the year to support the organization’s vision, including a reading program to promote literacy among children in the region. In his free time, Dr. Calcagno enjoys participating in triathlons, watching his two oldest sons compete at wrestling meets, and taking his family to Chicago Bulls basketball games.Tumblr (3.0; @michaelcalcagno)http://michaelcalcagno.tumblr.com/<p><span>In American football, the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Linebacker">linebacker </a>is a defensive position that is defined by a player&#8217;s ability to hold tough and stand their ground. As the name indicates, a linebacker&#8217;s job is to maintain force behind the defensive line. It is often necessary for a linebacker to anticipate the quarterback’s intentions, weave through gaps and put a stop to runs, provide pass coverage, and facilitate communication throughout the defensive line. To qualify as a linebacker, an athlete should be both fast and large and possess the courage to take direct hits.<br/><br/>About the author: Michael Calcagno is the Director of the Elmhurst, Illinois-based clinic Olympic Chiropractic and Physical Therapy. Prior to launching his career, he attended Bowling Green University where he played football as a linebacker. Currently, he serves as a linebacker coach for the varsity football team at Conception High School. </span></p>http://michaelcalcagno.tumblr.com/post/47702372643http://michaelcalcagno.tumblr.com/post/47702372643Thu, 11 Apr 2013 10:41:19 -0400Michael CalcagnoLinebacker PositionAmerican football<a href="http://home.cod.edu/spotlightDetails.aspx?Channel=%2FChannels%2FAdmissions+and+Campus+Wide&WorkflowItemID=b381986a-a5b9-4b78-b409-0a0bb33e7f5f">Michael Calcagno at College of DuPage</a>http://michaelcalcagno.tumblr.com/post/17326670991http://michaelcalcagno.tumblr.com/post/17326670991Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:58:30 -0500Michael Calcagno<a href="http://twitter.com/CalcagnoMichael">Michael Calcagno on Twitter</a>http://michaelcalcagno.tumblr.com/post/17326648833http://michaelcalcagno.tumblr.com/post/17326648833Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:57:51 -0500Michael Calcagno