Sports Injuries

When it comes to recovering from a sports-related injury, the goal of the athlete isn’t just to relieve the pain temporarily. We are constantly working with athletes to reach this common goal through various chiropractic procedures that not only heal pain, but help prevent any further injury from occurring.

 

It doesn’t matter if the patient is a professional athlete or just someone who likes to exercise, we have the tools necessary to fix any number of sports-related injuries. Many studies have shown that chiropractic care is able treat an injured athlete more effectively that a medical doctor. Unlike a medical doctor, chiropractors are trained to see the human body as one entity rather than seeing one injury at a time. This allows chiropractors to have a better understanding of the body as a whole, leading to less recurring injuries in the future.

 

Without doubt, competing athletes or even the weekend warrior who wants to be at their very best should consider regular chiropractic care for the competitive edge. Not only will it help the body function at an improved level, chiropractic care is good for overall health. Through chiropractic manipulations, Dr. Robinson can increase blood flow for quicker post-performance relief, decrease stress and improve the immune system.

Mental Wellness & Stress

There are a number of unpleasant or challenging aspects of life that can cause stress. In most cases, stress causes negative health effects such as high blood pressure, damage to muscle tissues, damaged immune system and many other negative effects if left untreated. Not many people realize that there are non-substance methods to reducing stress. One of the best options available to patients is chiropractic care. We treat stress with a number of chiropractic techniques to revive patients and relieve them of the negative effects stress causes.

 

Dr. Richard Robinson of Robinson Family Chiropractic is able to provide a drug-free, non-invasive treatment for many types of pain and inflammation caused by stress. When the body is under stress, the brain signals the adrenal glands to produce hormones, including cortisol and epinephrine. These hormones trigger the body's "flight or fight" response. The chiropractic adjustments completed by Dr. Robinson should be enough to convince the brain to turn off the “fight or flight” response that is triggered by stress.

 

Chiropractors work primarily with the spine, home of the nerve impulses that travel from the brain to the rest of the body. Through chiropractic adjustments, Dr. Robinson is able to release muscle tension and help the body return to a more balanced, relaxed state. Adjustments also reduce spinal nerve irritation, and improve blood circulation. A healthy and balanced spine is one key to effectively managing stress. Though Dr. Robinson cannot make a job less stressful or improve patient’s home life, he can provide patient’s with how they handle stress and help the body cope with stress.

Car Accident injuries

After a car accident, there is a lot of work that needs to be done. However, one of the first things people need to think about is themselves. Auto accident injuries are often late-appearing; pain gets worse and worse as time passes. The best thing to do immediately after a car accident is to work with a chiropractor to beat the pain. At our Rolling Meadows and Algonquin, IL offices, we treat patients suffering from injuries sustained in a car accident with gentle care and special attention.

 

The first thing you should do after a car accident is get an examination by chiropractic professional as soon as possible. Symptoms from a car accident and whiplash can include anything from radiating pain into the shoulder, elbow pain, wrist pain or hand pain, lower back pain, headaches, jaw pain and more. While whiplash is the most commonly treated injury, many suffer from strained or torn muscles from trauma. Dr. Robinson will help his patients heal the part of their body that is causing the pain, but they will also work to improve the balance of the body’s nervous system, which helps the entire body. Treatments for accidents include adjustments and manipulations, physical therapy and therapeutic massage.

 

Through adjustments and manipulations, patients can heal and prevent further damage.  Even minor accidents can stress the body and result in a number of injuries, including whiplash. Although auto accidents can be stressful, victims should never overlook their health and wellbeing. Early care is vital when patients intend to fully heal and recover from an injury. Even small accidents can cause legitimate damage to the supporting muscles and ligaments in the body. Chiropractic care is a step in the right direction when it comes to restoring the body to a healthy state.

Custom Orthotics

Foot orthotics are devices that are used to correct any biomechanical abnormalities in the foot and ankle. Orthotics perform functions that make standing, walking, running and other sports-related activities more comfortable and efficient by correcting the angles at which the foot strikes the walking or running surface. At Robinson Family Chiropractic, we offer custom orthotics as a conservative approach to solving many foot conditions that lead to pain in the knees, ankles, hip, back and neck.

Custom-fit orthotics are used to help realign the bones within the foot and ankle. Realigning these bones will take pressure off other parts of the body such as the back, neck, shoulders and hips. Orthotics also help with distributing weight properly and take further pressure off of toes, bunions and other parts of the foot. We offer orthotics to our patients that are suffering from discomfort relating to walking or imbalances in the body that are known to cause related pain.

Custom fit orthotics are much more effective than the over-the-counter options made available at various drug and grocery stores. Pre-packaged, non-prescription shoe inserts are not made for individuals; they are mass-created and do not offer the type of support most individuals need. Custom-made orthotics are specially-made devices that are designed to support that specific patient’s needs. While over-the-counter shoe inserts may be a less-expensive option, custom-fit options are the best choice for those suffering from any number of pain or discomfort.