I have been going to Dr Semlow for just a few months for back pain. After just a couple of visits I had noticeable improvement and now have zero back pain. Dr Semlow is very knowledgeable, personable and would highly recommend him.

I had been having problems with misaligned ribs which was causing chest pain. I saw another chiropractor for about a month with no improvement at all. Someone recommended Dr. Semlow so I went and felt relief after my first visit. I continued for a few more weeks and the problem is practically gone. I would highly recommend him. He’s very good at his job!

Dr. Semlow is the best Chiropractor I have ever had. I suffered from back pain for over 20 years which was affecting my ability to workout. After seeing 3 other Chiropractors, I finally went to see Rick. In 2 months I was back in the gym regularly. That was over 14 years ago. I see Dr Semlow regularly. Now I won't go anywhere else for any ache and pain. He always know what I need to get me back on track. Thank you Dr Rick!!!

I was suffering in pain from a car accident and had not bought in completely to chiropractic yet. However, I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in the fall of 2005 and was determined to find a natural alternative to cope and prevent exasperations.  I soon learned that chiropractic was the solution.  My M.S. treatment is without drugs and only includes regular chiropractic visits.  Adjustments from Dr. Rick have decreased my occurrence of exasperations significantly. Within one year from 6 to 2, compared to the increase of exasperations previously obtained each year without chiropractic.  Adjustments during exasperations of optic neuritis and numbness in my feet or legs have shown immediate results with symptoms of the episode disappearing within a few adjustments. I revealed my improvements to my neurologist during my last checkup and shared with him how I was managing my M.S. with chiropractic.  He appeared utterly amazed by the outcome and wondered what was done to achieve these results.  I simply stated with spinal adjustments and that the nervous system is affected by the spine. Furthermore, chiropractic has helped during my pregnancy.  Regular adjustments have alleviated morning sickness, migraines, and prevented foreseeable birth complications. Dr. Rick has become my primary care giver and will soon be that of the new addition to my family as well. Discovering the benefits of chiropractic has changed my life.

Chiropractic care is helping to correct the wear and tear on my spine and body that years of working as a registered nurse has aggravated.  I have suffered with neck and low back pain and have found relief with doctors at Semlow Chiropractic. Recently I was rear ended in a car accident and immediately experienced a headache and neck strain.  After only two adjustments, Dr. Rick was able to relieve the headache and tension I felt.  His knowledge of the nervous system and musculoskeletal systems has helped to reduce my pain and promote healthy living.

Semlow Chiropractic Clinic has helped me more than I thought possible.  I have had scoliosis and back problems my entire life and breaking my left knee a few years ago has made my pain and problems worse.  Dr. Rick is my primary doctor but I feel comfortable under the care of any of the doctors at that clinic.  Dr. Rick has given me my mobility back, allowing me to work out with more weight at the gym, swim easier and do the things that I have not been able to do in years.  With Dr. Rick's sports medicine background he has stopped joint pain in my arms and legs that I thought would be with me for the rest of my life.  Everyone at the office from the front counter to the doctors is helpful, knowledgeable and brings a positive outlook to their work.

Renee Sloan and I would like to thank you for everything you have done for us throughout the years we have been coming to. Semlow Chiropractic.  During High School, I received many injuries from participating in sports.  The first time I came to see you, I had major shoulder problem that had been bothering me for years.  I was doing rehab before and after every practice every day.  In one session with you, my shoulder has not bothered me since.  You have also helped me with my feet, back, and neck issues.  Each of these problems has been improved after a session with you.  By coming to see you, I was able to perform better in my matches, and also limit my time spent with injuries.  You made a major impact in my life as an athlete and as a person. You have also helped with Renee's chronic headaches.  When we first started dating she had headaches on a daily basis, and sometimes, multiple headaches in one day.  One day I talked her into coming to your office to watch and see what happens.  Next thing you know she is being worked on.  After a few sessions, she, and I, noticed a major difference in the severity of her headaches and the frequency.  You have also helped her with other issues ranging from problems with her ankle to kinks in her back. Overall you have made both of our quality of lives better.  People do not realize the improvement they could experience in their lives on a day to day basis by just spending 30 to 60 minutes in your office a week.  I encourage anyone who is having any typeof trouble, including issues you would not think a chiropractor could help, to come see Dr. Rick and the staff at Semlow Chiropractic.

At our home in Joliet, IL and stepped suddenly into a hold in the ground.  My body was severely jolted, and the result was a very stiff and sore neck.  My father knew that an MD would not be able to help me, and so he took me to a chiropractor.  Shortly thereafter the pain went away and the incident was forgotten.  But the neck problem reoccurred at least 2 more times before age 12, and each time a chiropractor was able to fix it. Unfortunately, my Dad id not realize that I needed more that one treatment to realign my neck. Later at age 16 while playing basketball with my high school team, I landed off balance on one leg which caused almost instant low back pain. This time I did have regular treatments, but with the methods of chiropractic almost 50 years ago, 9 months past before the pain subsided.  It was clear that I would need periodic maintenance treatments in order to avoid major pain. Over the ensuing 50 years I have been treated by many chiropractors, and I can report that those trained by the Palmer College are by far the best. The Semlow doctors are Palmer trained and are dedicated to helping those in pain.  I owe much to them and can't imagine how miserable my life would be without their expertise. Should you decide to come to the Semlow clinic, please give the treatments a chance to work.  Too many expect instant relief and if it doesn't come they quit without giving their bodies a chance to heal.  I know from experience that some mis-alignments take many visits. So give your body time, and you will be glad you did!

I am a 40 year old competitive runner.  My back has been causing me trouble as I have gotten older.  Dr. Rick has helped keep me off the couch and on the roads.  His knowledge of the human body and how everything works together is outstanding.  He is excellent at listening to his patients to diagnose the situation so he can make the proper adjustments to get the body back to working like it should.