Dr. Richard E. Hingel, DC brings over 35 years of expertise with his Doctor of Chiropractic from Life Chiropractic College-West (1989, Magna Cum Laude) and extensive postgraduate training in rehabilitation, Mulligan manual therapy (first DC certified in California), myofascial release, muscle energy techniques, and mindfulness-based stress reduction.
With a holistic, integrated approach treating the whole person, Dr. Hingel specializes in mind-body awareness, neuromuscular re-education, spinal adjustments, nutritional support, and corrective exercises to resolve complex pain patterns from back/neck issues, stress, poor posture, and movement dysfunctions without drugs or surgery.β
His longer, thorough appointments deliver customized solutions, often immediate pain relief and self-treatment strategies, drawing from 40+ years studying Tai Chi/Chi Gung alongside manual medicine. Patients praise his caring, knowledgeable style that empowers lasting recovery and optimal wellness at his San Francisco practice (1275 Columbus Ave).