Dr. Alexandra Robin opened Back & Body Chiropractic in Dayville in 2012. She is a graduate of New York Chiropractic College (now Northeast College of Health Sciences). She was inducted into the Phi Chi Omega Chiropractic Honors Society in 2008, and was chosen from her graduating class to participate in an honors remote internship with Chronic Pain Options of Long Island, a neurology practice employing professionals from the fields of chiropractic, advanced practice nursing, physical therapy, acupuncture, neurodiagnostics, and vestibular therapy.
Dr. Robin has studied treatment and rehabilitation techniques including traction, flexion-distraction, diversified adjusting, cupping therapy, Graston Technique, myofascial release, post isometric relaxation stretching, Kinesiotaping, sensorimotor training, lumbopelvic, cervical and scapular stabilization programs for the treatment of conditions such as headache, neck pain, shoulder pain, tendinopathy, low back and leg pain, post surgical pain, and pain related to autoimmune disorders. She has done post graduate training in prenatal and pediatric chiropractic care, infant tethered oral tissues, orthopedics, scoliosis, sports medicine, conditions common to veterans, radiology, the Graston Technique, and has also completed the FAKTR-PM program.
She has been awarded Best Chiropractor in 2022, 2023 and 2024 in The Day Reader Choice Awards. Prior to entering New York Chiropractic College, Dr. Robin attained her Bachelor of Arts degree from Assumption College in Worcester, Massachusetts. She enjoys skiing, coaching youth soccer, cycling, gardening, paddle boarding, kayaking, photography, and adventures with her husband and daughters.
Dr. Rudzinski participated in competitive all-star cheerleading for 19 years and competed at both the national and world championship levels. She was introduced to chiropractic through her teammates who routinely received chiropractic care.
Dr. Rudzinski earned her Bachelor of Science in Health and Fitness from Becker College in 2017. She was inducted into the Alpha Chi National Honors Society and graduated Summa Cum Laude. In 2018, Dr. Rudzinski attended the University of Bridgeport School of Chiropractic where she was educated to diagnose patients in an evidence-based manner and coalesce her care within the larger healthcare system.
Dr. Rudzinski is certified in Dry Needling Technique and pediatric adjusting by the International Pediatric Chiropractic Association. Her clinical skill set includes: In-depth patient education, Diversified manipulation, Activator Technique, various soft tissue techniques including Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization, pin and stretch, CRAC, PIR, PFS and Kinesio taping. Additionally, she is certified to perform various physiotherapy modalities including electric stimulation, ultrasound and cold laser.
As a clinician, Dr. Rudzinski enjoys working with patients of all ages and backgrounds.
Dr. Rudzinski believes while patients may present similarly, no two cases are identical and therefore should be treated on an individual basis. Dr. Rudzinski strives to establish a strong relationship with each patient while providing high quality, customized care tailored to assist her patients in achieving optimal health and wellness.
Sarah has always been passionate about health and fitness, having participated in various sports throughout her life. Early on, she was introduced to the benefits of massage therapy through experiences at sports events, where therapists offered pre- and post-event massages. Inspired by these encounters, Sarah developed a desire to help others feel better through therapeutic massage, knowing this was the path she wanted to pursue.
With a strong commitment to her goals, Sarah excelled in her massage therapy program at the Cortiva Institute in Cromwell, CT, graduating with high honors in September 2019. She completed the accelerated program in under a year and went on to pass the MBLEX National Massage Therapy licensure exam in October 2019. Her dedication and hard work were evident from the start, and she quickly joined the professional community with a position here at Back & Body Chiropractic.
From the beginning of her career, Sarah knew that she wanted to work in a medical environment, where she could do more than just provide relaxation massage. She sought to expand her knowledge by collaborating with medical professionals from various disciplines, enhancing her ability to address specific therapeutic needs. Sarah’s commitment to ongoing education has led her to complete several advanced Myoskeletal Manipulation courses, as well as certifications in modalities such as cancer care, prenatal, pediatric, PTSD, and more. Her expertise also includes treatment for conditions like thoracic outlet syndrome, plantar fasciitis, and myofascial release.
In addition to her massage therapy training, Sarah is a certified personal trainer, further broadening her ability to support her clients’ health and wellness goals. She utilizes a variety of tools in her practice, including Graston, cupping, kinesiology taping, and Theragun, when appropriate. Sarah particularly enjoys working with athletes, children, and veterans, finding each session to be unique and rewarding. She thrives on the challenge of treating sore muscles and joints, always striving to improve her clients’ physical well-being.
She has been awarded Best Massage Therapist for 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 in The Norwich Bulletins Best of Eastern Connecticut contest. She also was awarded Best Massage Therapist & Alternative Medical Practitioner for 2022, 2023, and 2024 in The Day’s Best of the Best Readers Choice Awards!
When not at the office, Sarah enjoys running, hiking, kayaking, camping, and traveling with her husband & dogs!
