We are proud to be a Toys for Tots drop point. Consider sharing some blessings with those children who are less fortunate this Christmas.

The goal of the Toys For Tots Foundation is to help the less fortunate children around the United States experience the joy of Christmas. As members of the community lets help make this goal a reality! If you would like to help, please bring new, unwrapped toys between November 1 thru December 15 to the collection box located in our Fort Myers office. If you have any questions about this project, our number is 239-590-9555

Fort Myers Office 239-590-9555

LaBelle Office 863-675-8900

Who is at risk for breast cancer?

Everyone, man or woman, is at risk for breast cancer. The two most important risk factors are getting older and being female. Most women that have been diagnosed with breast cancer have no other known factors.

What can I do to reduce my risk of getting breast cancer?

There is no known way to avoid breast cancer. But, you can do many things that may improve your overall health. Maintain a healthy weight. Exercise and eat a diet rich in fruits and vegetables.

My mother had breast cancer a few years ago. Does that mean that I will get breast cancer too?

Doctors and scientists don’t know what causes breast cancer. But, most women who get breast cancer have no family history of the disease. If someone in your family has had breast cancer or you are concerned about your risk, talk to your doctor. Learn about your choices and ask when to start getting mammograms.

I am currently taking birth control pills. Do birth control pills increase my chance of developing breast cancer?

If you are currently taking birth control pills, your breast cancer risk is slightly increased. The increased risk from using birth control pills becomes less after you have stopped using them. After about 10 years your risk returns to normal.

Does drinking alcohol increase my chance of breast cancer?

Studies have shown that drinking alcohol can increase your risk for breast cancer.

My breasts feel lumpy and tender at certain times of the month. Does this increase my chance for breast cancer?

Breast lumpiness with tenderness or pain at certain times of the month is called fibrocystic breast changes. These breast changes are common, especially before your period, and do not increase your chance of getting breast cancer. Get to know the way your breasts look and feel. Learn what is normal for you. If you notice any change, see your doctor right away.

For more information or if you have other questions about your breast health or breast cancer, please call our breast care helpline (1-877-465-6636) or visit komen.org.

In early December 2010, we relocated our office to what seems to be the southern hub of Fort Myers. We are one light south of Daniels Road directly across Highway 41 from Barnes & Noble and Target plaza. We are in the corner of the L-shaped Red Cross building. Dr. Rob Watkins is a chiropractic physician who was Florida born and Fort Myers raised in this community. His family have been providing chiropractic care and dental care in Fort Myers for decades. Currently, his Fort Myers chiropractic office offers the following:

• Chiropractic care
• Sports and school physicals
• Massage therapy
• Physical therapy
• Rehab therapy
• X-ray imaging
• Ideal Protein Weight Loss program

We are proud to offer chiropractic care in Fort Myers and in LaBelle FL. If you are having back pain or other health problems, please allow us to meet you. Just call the Fort Myers office at 239-590-9555.

We are proud to offer:

• Chiropractic
• Massage
• Physical Therapy
  • Ultrasound
  • Electrical Stimulation
  • Cryo and Heat Therapy
• Rehabilitation
• Decompression
• Nutritional Products
• Back Supports
• Other Health Supplies

We are on many health insurance plans:

• Blue Cross Blue Shield Provider
• Aetna Provider
• Health Options Provider
• Medicare Provider
• Medicaid Provider
• Auto Accidents – All Plans – Allstate State Farm USAA Geico…
• Workman’s Compensation Cases
• School Physicals
• DOT Physicals
• Sports Physicals

Call 574-3533 for an appointment or more info.

Or our main Fort Myers Chiropractic number 239-590-9555

Chiropractic Services: Dr Rob practices several techniques to find the best fit for his patients needs. Cox Flexion Distraction technique is a great way to decompress the lumbar discs of the lower back. This techniques feels great and has been very effective in the treatment of lower back pain.

Massage Services: We have two relaxing massage rooms available for massage each week. Our massage therapist is trained to get into the deep tissues of the back for a therapeutic massage. Massage is a great in combination with chiropractic treatment.

Physical Therapy: We offer ultrasound, electrical stimulation, TENs, hydroculation, cryotherapy, muscle rehab stretching and strengthening and decompression therapy in our new physical therapy suite.

We would love to help you with your back pain too. Visit our main website for new patient information. www.DrRobWatkins.com

Call us at 239-590-9555

Exciting news about chiropractic that has been known for years but has not always been heard by medical ears…

Esteemed authors Niteesh Choudhry, MD, PhD, Harvard Medical School and Arnold Milstein, MD, Mercer Health and Benefits, San Francisco, CA, developed this authoritative report which reviews the existing peer reviewed literature and arrives at the following conclusions:

* Chiropractic care is widely used with almost half of all patients with persistent back pain seeking out this form of treatment.
* “Chiropractic care for the treatment for low back and neck pain is highly cost effective, represents a good value in comparison to medical physician care and to widely accepted cost effectiveness thresholds.”
* “The addition of chiropractic coverage for the treatment of low back and neck pain…will likely increase value-for-dollar by improving clinical outcomes…”
* “We project that insurance coverage for chiropractic physician care…is likely to drive improved cost effectiveness of US care.”
* “Our findings support the value of health insurance coverage of chiropractic care for low back and neck pain at average fees currently payable by US commercial insurers.”

About the Authors:

Niteesh Choudhry, MD, PhD: Assistant Professor at Harvard Medical School and Associate Physician in the Division of Pharmacoepidemiology and Pharmacoeconomics and the Hospitalist Program at Brigham and Women?s Hospital.

Arnold Milstein, M.D, MPH: Medical Director of the Pacific Business Group on Health(PBGH),the largest employer health care purchasing coalition in the US.. He is also Chief Physician at Mercer Health and Benefits, San Francisco, California.

Dr. Rob

Fort Myers 590-9555

LaBelle 675-8900

I find the best way to find any professional in Fort Myers, is to ask someone you trust for a recommendation. Often your family and friends can point you to the the optimal chiropractor, doctor, attorney or whichever professional that you are looking for. They recommend them because they have had a positive personal experience in the Ft. Myers area.

Other methods can be to review comments posted online or information provided on various websites. ManyFort Myers chiropractors that want to be open to prospective new patients will post resourceful information about their practice techniques, education and case studies for you to review.

Things to consider when picking a good Ft. Myers Chiropractor:

1. Did they graduate from a school that teaches a variety of techniques? – Different types of cases require different techniques for treatment. There is not “one technique” that will be best for all patients and all cases, so check to make sure the doctor you are looking into is not “locked into” one technique.
2. Are they involved in supporting their profession? – A doctor that is involved in the success and support of their profession whether locally in Fort Myers or on a state or national level, is more likely to be on the leading edge of techniques and procedural knowledge to best serve your needs.
3. Are they involved in their church or community? – This is a strong indicator of their personal character traits. This will say volumes about how caring your prospective doctor is.
4. Are their recommendations based on a case by case criterion or do they treat everyone the same? X-rays for everyone, no matter if there has been an auto accident injury or just a strain? Long term treatment plans, no matter the details of the condition? – Your condition is specific for you and the history of your past. It would be irresponsible to try to “cookie cut” a treatment plan to fit everyone, including you.
5. Is the chiropractor’s staff courteous and considerate of you? – Believe it or not, most people will discontinue with care regardless of how much they like their doctor, if they don’t like the doctor’s staff… You may want to consider how helpful and courteous the doctor’s staff is before investing your time with a doctor’s office.

I hope this short article will help you in your search for a Fort Myers Chiropractor. Remember a chiropractic physician has a medical education similar to that of a medical physician with a primary difference of diagnosing and treating your condition without drugs and surgery. According to the American Medical Association, chiropractic physicians receive more hours of anatomy, physiology, neurology, x-ray and orthopedics than medical doctors receive. Those classes are the ones that pertain to your back pain, are they not?

Yours in Health,

Dr. Rob

Fort Myers Chiropractor

Future posts will include helpful articles about health conditions like back pain, headaches and nerve pain.

There are many topics to cover and many facts that few know about conservative effective ways to treat them.

Yours in Health,

Dr Rob

Fort Myers Chiropractor