Ten years ago something happened that changed my life forever. Let me introduce myself. My name is Dr. Richard Hagmeyer. It was spring 1993, and I had a serious injury more

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Dr. Richard Hagmeyer
Essential Family
Chiropractic Center
477 S. Weber Rd.
Bolingbrook, IL 60440
(111th and Weber)

(630) 679-0554








Thank you for visiting Bolingbrook Chiropractor.

Multiple Sclerosis

The pathological process involved in Multiple Sclerosis (MS), a demyelinating disease, is the loss of myelin sheaths surrounding axons in the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord). Common early manifestations of Multiple Sclerosis (MS] include paresthesias (numbness / tingling in extremities), optic neuritis (vision loss), mild sensory or motor symptoms in a limb, and cerebellar incoordination (balance loss).

Although the most common course of Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a relapsing and remitting pattern over many years, the manifestation in each patient varies. In most cases, as the disease progresses, remissions become less complete. Some patients have only a few brief episodes of disability, whereas others have a relentless downhill course over months or weeks. Although not all patients become disabled, the end stage of MS often can include ataxia (inability to coordinate voluntary movement), incontinence, paraplegia, and mental dysfunction due to widespread cerebral and spinal cord demyelination.

While medical science has not determined the exact cause of MS, recent research is pointing towards a possible trauma-induced origin for MS. Evidence supports that trauma (in particular mild concussive injury to the head, neck or upper back) increases the risk of MS onset and/or formation of MS lesions. Following the trauma, MS symptoms can take months or years to develop.

The purpose of IUCCA upper cervical care is to reverse the trauma-induced upper neck injury; thereby eliminating adverse effects upon the brain. While many MS sufferers recall specific traumas such as head injuries, auto accidents or falls, some do not. An upper cervical examination utilizing Digital Infrared Imaging is necessary in each individual's case to assess whether an upper cervical injury is present and whether benefit from IUCCA upper cervical care can be achieved.

By 2008, approximately 75 MS patients have been examined and treated by Dr. Hagmeyer using specific Upper Cervical Care . All patients showed evidence of trauma-induced upper cervical injuries during examination (upper cervical radiographs and digital infrared imaging). Many patients recalled specific incidences of trauma (auto accidents, falls, concussions, whiplashes) that could have caused their upper cervical injuries while some did not. Some traumas had occurred more than 10 years prior to the onset of MS symptoms. Even if a patient did not recall experiencing an accident or trauma to his or her neck, upper cervical injuries were found in 100% of cases examined.

To schedule a screening please call 630-679-0554 or send an e-mail to Dr. Rich and the Bolingbrook chiropractor staff.

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How can we help?

The Essential Family Chiropractic Center is about healing the body from within. With a healthy spine, and more importantly a healthy nerve center, the body can heal itself and prevent disease.

What We Do:

- Spinal Correction
- Customized nutrition
- Hormone assessment
  through saliva testing
- Herbal support
- Detoxification and weight
   loss
- Hair and mineral analysis
- Orthotics
- Sports injuries

What's the first step?

The first step is an easy one. Set an appointment for a screening and Dr. Hagmeyer will evaluate your current condition and recommend a plan that will benefit you for years to come.