Acupuncture

Dr. Robinson is able to provide drug-free, non-invasive treatment for many types of pain and inflammation through the use of acupuncture. Acupuncture is used as an alternative treatment for pain management. With the safety of pain relievers being questioned, many Americans are turning to acupuncture to treat a laundry list of conditions.

Some of those conditions include:

• Addiction
• Stress
• Headaches
• Lower back pain
• Fibromyalgia
• Dental pain

Dr. Robinson operates under the guidelines of Traditional Chinese Medicine and according to TCM, energy flows through the body through a network of “pathways”, similar to a highway system. Stress, irritability/anger or any intense emotion acts as a traffic jam, interrupting the flow of energy in the body. Stagnation is the term used in TCM to describe the condition and can cause tension in the muscles in addition to pain or headaches.

Stagnation can be addressed through stimulating specific acupuncture points chosen based on the body condition. Acupuncture works to alleviate pain by releasing endorphins – the natural pain reliever. Acupuncture also improves circulation which helps the detoxification process. The calming nature of acupuncture slows the heart rate, relaxes the muscles and lowers blood pressure, all of which are symptoms of stress, anxiety and depression.

Ergonomics

Many Americans spend at least 40 hours a week sitting in an office in front of a computer. Many of these workers will start to experience certain chronic conditions like neck or back pains, carpal tunnel syndrome, numbness in the limbs, etc. because of poor posture in the workplace. If you suffer from any of these chronic conditions, visit us at Robinson Family Chiropractic to learn more about your treatment options.

Many people who are hunched over or slouching in their chairs experience neck pains from staring at the monitor all day, and feel numbness in the low-back from sitting. Other common ailments are headaches, weakness in the legs, and wrist and/or elbow pain. There are a few things you can do to prevent these pains from occurring so frequently, or even stop them altogether. Here are some tips to improving your posture at work:

• Take a break: take mini-breaks throughout the day to stretch out your arms and legs
• Set yourself up for success: create a desk space that works for your posture, not against it. Your body and legs should create a 90 to 110 degree angle and your feet should be able to touch the floor
• Keep your head up: try keeping your head forward and your neck in alignment when you are working. The top of your monitor should be level with your eyes as well.

If you feel that your work environment isn’t good for your posture, try taking some steps to improve your work lifestyle. During your consultation with Dr. Richard Robinson, make sure to ask what steps you can take to improve your posture throughout your everyday life.

Nutritional Assistance

When it comes to dieting, many Americans struggle with keeping a consistent, healthy diet. Many rely on yo-yo dieting and other extreme measures while attempting to lose weight. The President’s Council on Fitness, Sports & Nutrition projects that by 2030, half of all adults (115 million adults) in the United States will be obese. At Robinson Family Chiropractic, we offer nutritional counseling for patients that struggle with weight loss. Our nutritional assistance programs are designed to help teach you the skills necessary to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Our main goal is to get you to a comfortable, healthy weight, but also to keep it off and maintain healthy habits throughout your life. If you’re considering dieting or starting a workout regimen but haven’t taken the leap yet, schedule a consultation at Robinson Family Chiropractic to get started. Dr. Richard Robinson will work with you to create a weight loss plan that includes a healthy, balanced diet and proper exercise. Incorporating permanent healthy choices into your lifestyle is the best way to lose and maintain weight and reduce risks such as diabetes and high-blood pressure. Weight loss management plans like these are very effective, but should be carefully supervised by a doctor. In some cases, patients can lose as much as a pound a day without feeling hungry or weak.

Call our Rolling Meadows or Algonquin, IL offices at 847-963-4894 and 847-458-8444 respectively to schedule an appointment at Robinson Family Chiropractic. Please also visit our website www.handsdoc.com.

Sports Stretching

You’ve probably been told many times by former coaches and gym teachers to stretch before you exercise, but do you know why? At Robinson Family Chiropractic, our team constantly promotes stretching before exercise because stretching improves flexibility, decreases the risk of injury to muscles and stretching keeps your body limber by releasing muscle tension and tightness.

Not all types of stretching are equal, so the type of stretches as well as the timing makes a difference in flexibility and exercise. If your current stretching routine doesn't appear to improve overall flexibility, then you may want to consider making some changes. Before you begin stretching, you must make sure to do it safely. Here are a few tips:

• Focus on major muscle groups: calves, thighs, hips, lower back, neck and shoulders
• Hold your stretch: try holding each stretch for about 30 seconds at a time. In problem areas, you may need to hold for about 60 seconds
• Feel the burn: expect to feel the tension while you’re stretching, not pain. If you begin to hurt, you’ve pushed too far
• Be sport specific: make sure to stretch for the sport you’re participating in
• Move around: gentle movement while you’re stretching can help you become more flexible

Electric Muscle Stimulation

If you are dealing with acute or chronic pain, electric muscle stimulation is often not the first treatment option presented to you, but it is effective. More common than that, people ignore their injury or try to prevent the pain with medication. At Robinson Family Chiropractic, we offer EMS treatment and have great success healing patient’s neck, back and joint pain.

EMS treatment mimics the body’s nervous system by sending low frequency electrical pulses to the affected area. This will cause he muscles to contract and increase the blood circulation to the area. By utilizing and encouraging the body’s natural healing mechanisms, Dr. Richard Robinson is able to drastically reduce patient’s dependence on medications and unnecessary surgeries to resolve painful symptoms.

EMS therapy is a great tool for patients with the following conditions:

• Carpal tunnel
• Muscle Atrophy
• Muscle Spasms
• Sciatica
• Sports Injuries
• Tennis Elbow
• Ulcers

EMS is a great tool for chiropractors. If you are suffering from any of the above conditions, call  You can set up an appointment with Dr. Richard Robinson by calling 847-963-4894 for the Rolling Meadows office or 847-458-8444 for the Algonquin office. Please also visit our website www.handsdoc.com for more information about our practice.

Therapeutic Exercise

Cardiovascular and strengthening exercise combined with chiropractic care is extremely important in the management of pain. We promote healthy living and our belief is that therapeutic exercise is an important aspect of patient health. Dr. Richard Robinson has established an environment that promotes patient health through exercise and healthy diet here at Robinson Family Chiropractic in Rolling Meadows and Algonquin, IL.

Many studies have shown that regular exercise is extremely important in managing in acute and chronic pain. Proper exercise strengthens the lower back and will improve overall health. Aerobic exercises are the best type of exercise you can do in combination with chiropractic care. Aerobic exercise promotes proper digestion, keeps muscles in proper tone and promotes better circulation.

On our website, we have provided an extensive list of what types of exercises and stretches you can participate in to boost your health. The value of exercise prescription cannot be ignored in cases such as motor vehicle accidents, personal injury cases, and work-related injuries. Our goal is to get you to back to your best self, and therapeutic exercises are one of the best options to make that happen. Dr. Robinson works with his patients to ensure they are advised on which is the right combination of exercises and stretches as certain conditions require specific movements to prevent injury. 

Come in to Robinson Family Chiropractic and talk to us today on how we can incorporate proper exercises and techniques into your wellness journey!