
Emmett A. Blahnik
Chiropractor
2835 McFarland Road Rockford IL, 61107About
Dr. Emmett Blahnik is a Chiropractor practicing in Rockford, IL. Dr. Blahnik 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. Blahnik seeks to reduce pain and discomfort through manipulation and adjustment of the spine.
Education and Training
Northwestern Health Sciences
Board Certification
Certified Nutritional Counselor
Scoliosis Correction
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5 Reasons for Headaches and Migraines
Headaches in the back of the head are often described as a tension-type headaches or even develop into migraines. “Chronic Headaches” may be a more serious concern of blood vessel abnormalities, nerve disorders and side effects from previous traumatic injuries. Up to 80 percent of the adult...
Is fertility reduced with spina bifida?
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My back hurts when I sit down. Why?
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Is it bad to suddenly stop chiropractic care?
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Why does my back feel sore?
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I have a frozen shoulder. What should I do?
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Is slipping of a rib common with age?
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I've been suffering from scoliosis since I was 19 years. I am now 32 years old. Will this problem be corrected with surgery?
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I have a problem with my posture that is causing back pain. What should I do?
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I am suffering from neck and shoulder pain since I was a child. What should I do?
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I have undergone about 5 X-rays in the last 2 months for my spinal problem. Are there any risks?
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Can an X-ray diagnose a spinal deformity?
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Why do I have pins and needles in my legs?
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I am having pain in my buttocks when I sit. What could this be?
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What is the lump that I can feel right behind my neck?
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Why is there pain in my neck and head every morning?
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What causes slipping rib?
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My husband has a bone growth in his ankle. What should we do?
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I am suffering from anterior tibial tendinitis. Should I quit my job?
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Nearby Providers
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- Anne Pospischil DC427 Main St Pecatonica IL 61063
- Dr. Andrea Kae Gale kerkhoff D.C.421 River Ln Loves Park IL 61111
- Samantha Elizabeth Raczkowski D.C.205 Cadillac Ct Belvidere IL 61008
- Dr. Renee Marie Andino DC7264 ARGUS DR ROCKFORD IL 61107
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