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Dr. Robert Macbarb, DC
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Dr. Robert MacBarb is a Chiropractor practicing in Water Mill, NY. Dr. MacBarb specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating conditions associated with the neuromusculoskeletal system, while improving each patients functionality and quality of life. Conditions treated include sciatica, neck pain, and arthritis pain, among many others. Dr. MacBarb seeks to reduce pain and discomfort through manipulation and adjustment of the spine.
43 years
Experience
Dr. Robert MacBarb, DC
- Water Mill, NY
- New York Chiropractic College
- Accepting new patients
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What treatments are available for ankle arthritis?
I would love to field your question but it’s in the ball park of a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine. If there are images of the foot x rays or MRI the podiatic will need to see them. READ MORE
I would love to field your question but it’s in the ball park of a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine. If there are images of the foot x rays or MRI the podiatic will need to see them.
Is surgery the only method to fix scoliosis?
Well it depends on the degree of the angle of the scoliosis. A severe scoliosis can cause heart, lung, and internal organ issues. Lower degree issues respond well to PT and chiropractic, READ MORE
Well it depends on the degree of the angle of the scoliosis. A severe scoliosis can cause heart, lung, and internal organ issues. Lower degree issues respond well to PT and chiropractic, so you need to speak to your health care professionals to decide what is best for this issue. Dr. Bob MacBarb
What treatment is best for a disc hernia?
You are asking a complex question for the treatment is a disc herniation. First of all, is there radiation of pain or numbness to the arms or legs, second is there motor weakness, READ MORE
You are asking a complex question for the treatment is a disc herniation. First of all, is there radiation of pain or numbness to the arms or legs, second is there motor weakness, third are the deep tendon reflexes over-bounding?
These are symptoms of a severe level of injury. What are the MRI findings?
These are the things you and your Doctor need to discuss to determine your best treatment options. The most conservative options are Chiropractic and or Physical therapy, next is interventional pain management with the use of epidural steroids, and third is a surgical intervention. Discuss this with your Doctor to figure out your best option.
These are symptoms of a severe level of injury. What are the MRI findings?
These are the things you and your Doctor need to discuss to determine your best treatment options. The most conservative options are Chiropractic and or Physical therapy, next is interventional pain management with the use of epidural steroids, and third is a surgical intervention. Discuss this with your Doctor to figure out your best option.
My back
There are many reasons for back pain and if it is continuing 2 years after giving birth you will need to have an in depth examination to determine the true pain generator. I don’t READ MORE
There are many reasons for back pain and if it is continuing 2 years after giving birth you will need to have an in depth examination to determine the true pain generator. I don’t have enough information to aid you further, find a good spinal Doctor who can take a full history and do a full examination as once the cause of pain is determined, proper treatment can begin.
Can a shoulder impingement be fixed?
You will need to find a Doctor to examine your shoulder, and most likely it can be fixed.
How do you loosen tight muscles in your legs?
In our seated work a day worlds our leg muscles shorten and contract, to correct for tight leg muscles start a stretching program with a Chiropractor or a PT. It’s also helpful READ MORE
In our seated work a day worlds our leg muscles shorten and contract, to correct for tight leg muscles start a stretching program with a Chiropractor or a PT. It’s also helpful to stand up and walk around frequently during the day.
Can a chiropractor help with a dislocated shoulder?
A dislocated shoulder is handled by the orthopedic community.
Physical neck/head/shoulders
Well your question is very interesting, you should consult with a good neurologist if stretching your neck produces a headache 2 years post trauma. Once you are cleared by neurology READ MORE
Well your question is very interesting, you should consult with a good neurologist if stretching your neck produces a headache 2 years post trauma. Once you are cleared by neurology a Doctor of Chiropractic should be able to help with the chronic tension you describe.
Lower right back pain
If your pain has persisted this long you should consider having your condition evaluated by a doctor well versed in musculoskeletal issues. If there is pain radiating into the READ MORE
If your pain has persisted this long you should consider having your condition evaluated by a doctor well versed in musculoskeletal issues. If there is pain radiating into the leg, or if pain increases with a cough , sneeze , and bearing down for a bowel movement , please do not wait. Seek professional care..
PCP refusing to listen?
Your problem needs a proper history and examination to understand the mechanism of injury, then and only then a course of treatment can be developed. A Chiropractor, an orthopedist, READ MORE
Your problem needs a proper history and examination to understand the mechanism of injury, then and only then a course of treatment can be developed. A Chiropractor, an orthopedist, or a DPT is well versed to find the cause of your pain and find a cure.
Can a chiropractic adjustment help me sleep better?
Chiropractic adjustments reduce stress on the body frame and nervous system, if the body is in a relaxed state, sleep all other things being equal will be easier and deeper.
How long should you rest after chiropractor?
In most cases light easy movement after a Chiropractic adjustment is helpful to reduce soft tissue swelling that can accompany an injury
How should I sleep to fix rounded shoulders?
Sleeping on your back or chest will help, but by itself will not fully correct the problem.
How do chiropractors adjust ankles?
Most Doctors of Chiropractic do extremity adjustments.
