Northumberland Chiropractic Care

Testimonials

How each individual will benefit from Chiropractic is unique and is based on the symptoms they present with, their personal health history and how much they commit themselves to transforming their health.

The following are actual testimonials that describe the benefits that chiropractic patients have felt from receiving care.

I had almost constant neck and shoulder stiffness, pain and cracking. I had migraines every 3-4 weeks and fatigue. My “bad days”, which used to be how I lived regularly (i.e. neck & shoulder stiffness, pain, headaches) now only happen about once every 4-6 weeks! My energy level and overall sense of well-being is awesome. I have been able to stop taking anti-depressant medication as well. S.R. (31 year old female)

I began receiving treatment in March 2007, after living in constant pain since late 1999. I had injured my foot in an accident and had not been able to walk properly after my bones healed. … I walked with a noticeable limp and most days needed a cane…. I began my treatments, attending 3 times a week. I can honestly say that by the end of the first month I was pain free! My cane was put away at the back of a closet.

Today I no longer feel 20 years older than my age but more like 10 years younger than my age. I believe my immune system is stronger (I went through this past winter without a cold or flu) and my migraines have disappeared. Now if I get a headache it is only enough to let me know it’s there. I have not had to resort to taking Tylenol or Advil in about 6 months. And, of course, I can walk (even run) now.

I travel approx. 50km (each way) to receive treatments from my chiropractor. I am happy to go the distance for them, as I feel they have more than gone the distance for me. H.F.P. (54 year old female)

My back was really sore, I couldn’t really bend over and couldn’t sleep. I was having heartburn. I wasn’t as active. I was in an irritable mood somewhat and having headaches seemed common.

(Now) I feel great, I still get the odd pain once in a while but nowhere near what it used to be. Sleeping is what it used to be and I feel like I got more energy. Playing sports is pain free. My mood is better, I ‘m happy. I feel a lot fitter. I don’t get headaches as much either. I feel healthy, I love it. I don’t know why I didn’t come sooner. I was a skeptic about it, now I know it works.
K.S. (32 year old male)

I had always been an active person playing sports and enjoying outdoor activities with friends and family. At age 37, I was referred to (my chiropractor) as I had sever low back pain, which would often leave me flat in bed for two weeks at a time, unable to walk, even to my bathroom. I became extremely depressed that I would not heal, and that the sports and way of life I enjoyed for so many years was gone. I had never even considered chiropractic as I was surrounded by healthcare professionals who recommended other forms of care to me. I had been through ten plus years of physiotherapy, massage therapy and even tried one round of acupuncture from a surgeon. While I appreciated and still do appreciate the efforts of each of these individuals, their treatments had not provided me with enough temporary relief or confidence to continue my healing process.

Upon visiting the chiropractor’s office, not only did I leave walking better than I had for years after one week, but the boost that this provided me psychologically was enormous. Sadly, we are creatures of habit and I continued an upward/downward spiral of emotions for some time, but I knew deep down that this chiropractor was helping me, and stuck with chiropractic treatments despite hearing from others that I could further injure myself or risk permanent damage.

I am now 39 years old. In 2006, I commenced chiropractic care and began golfing again in moderation. In 2007 I was playing golf more frequently and coaching little league soccer. In 2008 I started downhill skiing with my kids. In 2009, who knows!

I continue to attend monthly chiropractic care visits and cannot say enough about the exemplary service I have received. I am living testament of the powers of chiropractic care and cannot say thank you enough. S.T. (39 year old female)

I had headaches, low back fatigues and terrible hay fever. After the first adjustment, my headaches disappeared. I took a couple of weeks of treatment then my allergies began to stop bothering me. Right at this moment in time, I feel wonderful! I was trying to lose weight also and have lost about 30 lbs. I feel the chiropractic has helped with this too. I am headache free, back pain free and allergy free. I feel like a whole new person. I just would like to say a big thanks to my chiropractor. His scheduled treatments were tailor made for me and have been of great benefit to my total well-being. J.M. (50 year old female)

I had severe stiffness in my back and shoulder areas and pain in my neck, wrists and elbows. I could not turn properly in my car while driving and long trips were out of the question. At first there were times when I felt worse but as I persevered through a regular routine of treatments and recommended exercises at home, I felt amazingly better. At times I wondered if this was the right thing to do but now I know it was!

I feel over 100% improved. I see the chiropractor on a regular basis now because I ‘can’, not because I feel that I have to! I feel more alert and safer behind the wheel of my car and I can sit for long periods of time without supporting my neck. My sleep has improved a lot. This has certainly increased my quality of life. D.H. (54 year old female)

I had suffered from headaches since my car accident 10 years ago. I could not move my neck to the left to see if traffic was coming while driving, my tailbone had been cracked in the accident and I had been told by the medical profession to “deal with the pain”, as there was nothing that could be done. My knee was also in constant pain. I was advised not to exercise as I could cause further injury to my back, so I finally quit working out. Although my injuries were not considered serious, they made me miserable.

The chiropractor sent me for x-rays, which showed my whole spine was out of line and it was indeed repairable. I decided to try chiropractic because I had nothing to lose. The first thing that was noticeable was the headaches were less severe and soon uneventful. Next was my neck…… I have full mobility in my neck with NO PAIN. Then I noticed that I started handling stress much better. This was the most incredible change for me, as I do have a high stress level position within my company and must handle many a crisis within the course of a week. I never realized that having your physical body out of alignment could cause emotional stress. I began to have energy again, laughing, smiling and playing….. really enjoying life! I joined a gym again after being away for more than 5 years and now work out 4 to 6 days a week.

Another amazing change was that I was diagnosed with athletically induced asthma when I was 30 and I was on 3 inhalers when I walked into the chiropractic office. I don’t have asthma and I have not touched an inhaler in 10 months and my breathing is just fine. I wasn’t even there for the asthma. It was just a bonus.

I have been under care for almost a year now and it did not happen after one or two visits. We had to convince my body to accept the changes and some days I would leave after an adjustment and would be sore for a day or so. I would remind myself that this was my body getting rid of the toxins that have been making me miserable for years.

Nothing has changed in my world, just my perspective of it. I am 42 years old and have lots of years left and nothing is more important than my health. I expect to be whooping it up in an aerobics class when I’m 92 and now I know I can. S.

I had chronic lower back pain, pain in my shoulders and neck. (After beginning care) The chronic pain was gone. I felt better and better after each visit. The initial commitment is a necessary investment in my long term health.

Now I feel great. The pain I had is gone. I also feel that having a year or so of chiropractic care helped with my smooth labour and delivery and great pregnancy! Thank you to my chiropractor and their team for a positive chiropractic experience every time!!! J.Y. (39 year old female)

I had acid reflux, requiring daily medication for approx. 8 years and I was gradually unable to sleep on my left side and needed 2 pillows. I had daily headaches, especially on awakening for approx. 4 years. I also had foot pain that required orthotics, grocery shopping was an ordeal. I had tried herbal and food remedies and sporadic chiropractic care, as compared to a long term program.

I didn’t notice anything for months but slowly discovered that I was less fearful of meal time, bedtime and walking any distance. All the pain I had been experiencing had slowly melted away. I no longer require acid reflux medication, except on rare occasions and can now sleep on my left side with one pillow. Headaches are rare, unless caused by tension. I still have foot pain but not as often or severely and can walk longer distances. Anonymous