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.

Rheumatoid Arthritis

Arthritic conditions such as Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) or Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) are inflammatory, auto-immune, joint diseases. When a person suffers from arthritis, the individual's immune system cells malfunction and attack his/her own joint cells. Arthritis can affect any joint throughout the body, including the spine, hips, hands, and feet, to name a few. Symptoms of arthritis can include joint pain, swelling, decreased range of motion, and malformed and/or fused joints.

Most inflammatory arthritic conditions are thought to be caused by hypersensitivity and/or malfunction of the immune system through an auto-immune response. This means that the immune system initiates an exaggerated or improper response to its own tissues and attacks its own cells.

Since the immune system depends upon normal communication from the brain and spinal cord to control and coordinate its functions, alterations in neurological function can contribute to malfunctions in the immune system. Specifically, an imbalance in autonomic nervous system function, caused by input from upper cervical spinal joint irritation (neck misalignment), can produce or exaggerate auto-immune reactions within a person's joints or other locations.

While many arthritis sufferers recall specific traumas such as head injuries, auto accidents or falls, which could have injured their upper cervical spines, 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 upper cervical care can be achieved.

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.