Dr. Robert T. Rudy – Chiropractor | Peterborough, ON

Dr. Robert T. Rudy is a dedicated Chiropractor practicing at Westside Family Chiropractic in Peterborough, ON. He is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care that aligns with the standards set by the College of Chiropractors of Ontario (CCO). Dr. Rudy specializes in assessing and treating a wide range of neuromusculoskeletal conditions, with a focus on spinal health and overall well-being. His approach emphasizes understanding each patient’s unique needs, ensuring personalized treatment plans that promote optimal recovery and health. Serving patients of all ages, from infants to seniors, he strives to improve mobility, reduce pain, and enhance quality of life through evidence-based chiropractic care.

Dr. Robert T. Rudy provides skilled chiropractic care for a variety of conditions, including but not limited to:

Head, Neck & Jaw Conditions

• Whiplash Associated Disorders (WAD): Specialized care for whiplash injuries, focusing on restoring neck mobility, reducing pain and inflammation, and addressing associated neurological symptoms.
• Neck Pain (Acute & Chronic): Addressing the underlying causes of your neck pain, helping to alleviate muscle tension, improve joint function, and prevent future recurrences.

Specific Populations & Injury Types

• Pregnancy-Related Musculoskeletal Pain: Management of common musculoskeletal discomforts experienced during pregnancy, such as low back pain, pelvic girdle pain (including symphysis pubis dysfunction), sciatica, and rib pain, using safe and gentle techniques.
• Work-Related Injuries (RSI, Lifting Injuries): Addressing pain and dysfunction arising from the physical stresses of your job, whether it's heavy lifting or prolonged computer use.

Back & Spine Conditions

• Mid-Back Pain (Thoracic Spine Pain / Interscapular Pain): Discomfort, aching, or stiffness in the area between the shoulder blades and below the neck, often related to posture, rib joint issues, or muscle strain in the thoracic spine.
• Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Dysfunction / Pain: Restoring proper motion and stability to the SI joints to alleviate pain and improve pelvic biomechanics.
• Facet Joint Syndrome / Facet Pain: Pain originating from the small joints (facet joints) located on the back of the spine, often causing localized back or neck pain that can worsen with certain movements like bending or twisting.
• Herniated, Protruded, or Bulging Discs (Symptomatic): A condition where the soft inner part of a spinal disc pushes out, potentially pressing on nearby nerves and causing pain, numbness, or weakness in the back, neck, arms or legs.

This list offers examples of conditions commonly addressed. If your specific concern isn't listed, please contact the clinic. Dr. Rudy can assess your needs.

• Sports Injury Management & Performance Optimization: Helping athletes of all levels recover from injury and achieve their performance goals.
• Kinesiology Taping / Athletic Taping: Using specialized taping techniques to aid in injury recovery and support active movement.
• Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Rehabilitation: Comprehensive chiropractic care for injuries sustained in car accidents, such as whiplash, neck pain, back pain, and soft tissue damage, focusing on pain relief and functional restoration.
• Custom Foot Orthotic Assessment & Prescription: Evaluation for and fitting of custom orthotics to support optimal lower limb biomechanics.
• Concussion Management & Rehabilitation: Supporting recovery from concussion through targeted therapies and guided return-to-play/learn strategies.
• Nutritional & Lifestyle Counselling: Guidance on healthy lifestyle choices to complement your chiropractic care and optimize results.

Note: This list highlights some key services offered by Dr. Rudy. For a full list or to discuss your specific needs, please contact the clinic.

All services are provided in accordance with standards set by the College of Chiropractors of Ontario (CCO).

At Westside Family Chiropractic, chiropractic care is focused on helping individuals like you achieve significant improvements in health and daily activities. Dr. Rudy frequently helps patients work towards goals such as:

• Overcoming feeling like the tin man needing oil to achieve being able to actively keep up with their children or grandchildren and resume safely lifting and carrying heavy items at work or around the house is a common success story at Dr. Robert's practice. Personalized care makes a real difference.
• Experience the significant benefit of a noticeable reduction in daily aches, allowing for more comfortable days if you're dealing with repetitive strain injury in my arm/wrist. Dr. Robert helps patients regain their ability to fully participate in activities like volleyball games with friends through focused and gentle chiropractic treatments.
• Dr. Robert understands how frustrating my knee feeling unstable or giving way can be. By aiming for experiencing fewer and less intense muscle spasms, chiropractic care can empower you to return to activities like getting a full night's restful sleep with renewed confidence.
• Getting back to working on your car in the garage after struggling with sciatica flare-ups making walking hard is a frequent aspiration for patients at Dr. Robert's clinic. A dedicated care plan often leads to living with significantly less pain and greater freedom of movement and a return to a more active life.

Your personalized chiropractic care plan, developed with Dr. Rudy, will be designed to help you reach your specific functional and wellness objectives.

Dr. Rudy's practice at Westside Family Chiropractic is situated in the heart of Downtown Peterborough, within the Central neighborhood. The clinic is conveniently located near the Peterborough Memorial Centre (Arena) and is easily accessible via Peterborough Transit. Our clinic is wheelchair accessible. Ample parking is generally accessible close to the clinic entrance.

What is chiropractic care and how can it help me?

Essentially, chiropractic care helps your body move and function better. Your Chiropractor will assess your spine and other joints for restrictions or misalignments that might be causing pain or affecting your nervous system. Through precise adjustments and other treatments, they aim to improve your mobility, reduce pain, and enhance your overall well-being, allowing you to get back to your daily activities.

Is chiropractic care covered by Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) in ON?

Generally, OHIP does not cover chiropractic services in private clinics for most residents. There are very limited exceptions, such as care provided within certain community health programs or health teams that have integrated chiropractic services, but these are rare. It is important to verify your private insurance coverage and check with OHIP for any specific eligibility.

Do Chiropractors work with other healthcare professionals?

Yes, Chiropractors often believe in a collaborative approach to healthcare. We frequently work with and refer to other healthcare professionals such as family physicians, physiotherapists, massage therapists, naturopathic doctors, and specialists when it is in the best interest of our patients to ensure comprehensive and optimal care.

Do I need a doctor's referral to see a Chiropractor in ON?

Chiropractors are primary contact healthcare professionals, so patients can book an appointment directly without a referral from a medical doctor. However, some private or extended health insurance plans may require a doctor's referral for reimbursement purposes. Patients are encouraged to check the specifics of their individual insurance policies.

What is that 'cracking' or 'popping' sound during an adjustment?

The 'cracking' or 'popping' sound, technically called a cavitation, is thought to be caused by the release of gas (mainly nitrogen, oxygen, and carbon dioxide) from the synovial fluid within a joint when it is stretched or moved quickly during an adjustment. It’s similar to the sound made when you crack your knuckles. The sound itself is not the goal of the adjustment and is not indicative of whether the treatment was effective; the primary aim is to restore proper joint motion and relieve nerve pressure.

Westside Family Chiropractic
1600 Landsdowne St. W., Unit #7A
Peterborough, ON K9J 7C7

Phone: (705) 741-2225

Dr. Robert T. Rudy is regulated by the Regulated Health Professions Act, 1991 and the Chiropractic Act, 1991 in ON and is a member of the College of Chiropractors of Ontario (CCO).

Verify registration with the College of Chiropractors of Ontario (CCO): https://cco.ca.thentiacloud.net/webs/cco/register/?t=1#/registrant/all/all/all/all/all/all/2000/10/595d5ea965a9f0df10fced88

Always consult with your primary healthcare provider before starting any new treatment program.