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Frequently Asked Questions About Chiropractic
 

Why is the nervous system so important?

Your brain, spinal cord, and nerves coordinate and control every cell, tissue and organ in the body and adapt them to their internal and external environment.  If the nervous system is not responding  properly, the body will not perform at 100% as nature intended.  The result? Reduced immune function, disease, fatigue, premature aging, stress, poor metabolism, hormonal imbalance, difficulty concentrating, muscle and joint dysfunction, etc.

What is a subluxation?
Interference to the nervous system caused by chemical, emotional, and physical stress leading to the body's inability to regulate, heal, repair, and regenerate its cells, tissues, and organs for optimal function. The word "subluxation" comes from the Latin words meaning "to dislocate" (luxate) and "somewhat or slightly" (sub). A subluxation means a slight dislocation (misalignment) or biomechanical malfunctioning of the vertebrae (bones of the spine).

These disturbances may irritate nerve roots and blood vessels which branch off from the spinal cord between each of the vertebrae. This irritation may cause pain and dysfunction in muscle, lymphatic and organ tissue as well as imbalance in the normal body processes.  This also interferes with the body's inborn healing ability and lowers the body's resistance. Lowered resistance is the number one cause of all physical breakdowns. Over time, the organs and glands connected to these compromised nerves begin to malfunction, creating abnormal body chemistry, disease, accelerated deterioration and degeneration!

What causes a subluxation?
Physical, chemical and emotional stresses cause subluxations. A fall, injury, sudden jar, trauma, or sometimes inherited spinal weakness can displace a vertebra. Other causes include improper sleeping conditions or habits, poor posture, occupational hazards, incorrect lifting practices, obesity, and lack of rest and exercise. The birth process is a major cause of subluxation. Chemical causes of subluxation can be from poor diet, toxic food and drinks, or chemical interactions causing imbalances from food, drink, vitamins, or prescription drug use. Mental causes of subluxation can be your body's inability to adapt to sudden traumatic stressful events or even low level stress for a long period of time to which your body does not adapt.

How is a subluxation corrected?
Doctors of Chiropractic are specialists in neuromusculoskeletal conditions. They are trained to restore the misaligned vertebrae to their proper position in the spinal column. They do this manually, utilizing the chiropractic procedure known as "spinal adjustment." Your chiropractor, in most cases, will use his or her hands in applying corrective pressure to the spine in a specific direction and location. The manual force or thrust helps restore the alignment and mobility of the vertebrae. In some cases, the chiropractor may use instrumentation to detect subluxations and adjust the spine.

Does the adjustment hurt?
Under normal circumstances, chiropractic adjustments are painless. In cases of recent trauma, such as whiplash, mild discomfort may be experienced due to inflammation. It is also common to feel a brief sensation in the extremities immediately following an adjustment due to the sudden decompression of the affected nerve root.

Is regular chiropractic care necessary?
Regular chiropractic care may be necessary to correct spinal subluxations to help maintain sound health and fitness. Your spine is under constant strain during waking hours. Improper lifting techniques, poor posture, accidents, falls and bumps, and other causes can contribute to spinal strain. Timely adjustments can help restore the neuromusculoskeletal integrity of the spine to normalize the bodily equilibrium and increase resistance.
 

How old should a person be before he or she begins chiropractic care?
Chiropractic patients range in years from birth to old age. Regardless of age, the vertebrae can become misaligned. For example, the birth process may cause trauma to the neck and spine. Left uncorrected, the vertebral subluxation may disturb the delicate spinal cord and nerves which control the youngster's muscles and organs. In some cases, an uncorrected subluxation may lead to a deformity of the spinal column. An early chiropractic checkup may detect many spinal problems while they are still easily correctable.
 

How will the adjustment help me?
Chiropractic adjustments by themselves do not actually heal the body. When any of the 24 moveable spinal vertebrae become misaligned, a basic imbalance or disruption can occur in the nervous and blood vascular systems, which may contribute to stress in the body. Chiropractic adjustments help eliminate that imbalance or disruption so that the body can function at its true potential.
 

Does an adjustment have to make a noise to be effective?
No, it is a common misconception that your joints must make a noise to be properly adjusted. Chiropractors are not concerned with the noise, rather we are concerned with the effect the adjustment has on the nervous system. Actually, in our office we use a number of chiropractic techniques which make excellent adjustments without causing any noise.

Should I go to a Chiropractor if I feel fine?
Absolutely! Everyone  benefits from regular chiropractic care. Unfortunately, we live in a world where we associate sickness and disease with symptoms and health as a lack of symptoms. There are many that feel fine now, but unknowingly have disease processes going on, and who will die in the near future. Symptoms are not nature's early warning signs. Symptoms are often the last to appear only to surface after years of prolonged damage has already been done. Spinal misalignments cause subtle changes that you don't feel early on. If not adjusted, these misalignments lead to injury to cells and soft tissues and can develop into more serious problems as years go by, such as abnormal body chemistry, disease, accelerated deterioration and degeneration. By receiving regular chiropractic care, you can help your body stay healthy now and through-out your entire life.
 

Is it true that Chiropractors do not prescribe medication or perform surgery?

Yes. Chiropractors do not include medication or surgery in their treatment program. Chiropractors maintain that the body has a built-in capacity to restore health within certain limits, and base their care on this principle. Occasionally, the use of medication can interfere with the body's healing mechanisms, produce side effects, create a dependence and lead to drug-caused disease or complications. The first response in most illnesses and injuries should be conservative care. Chiropractic's principles make it possibly the safest and most appealing of the healing arts.

How does chiropractic care help the pregnant woman?
Because of the additional weight and stress on the framework of the body in pregnant women, chiropractic adjustments can help lower the incidence of pain in the low back and legs, and between the shoulder blades. In some cases, fewer headaches and problems with nausea and elimination may also result. Many chiropractors care for expectant mothers in the regular course of their daily practices. It is wise, however, to first inquire about the experience of your chiropractor in caring for pregnant women and what he or she recommends for you.

Are you against drugs and surgery?

No. There is a time for both.  However, I am more interested in finding and correcting the cause of a problem rather than covering up the symptoms with a toxic chemical experiment that may cause deadly side-effects (just listen to the drug commercials!).  Doesn’t it make more sense to use conservative and non-invasive procedures prior to cutting into the body and removing organs? Surgery is financially, emotionally, and physically dangerous and should be used only as a last resort.

I heard chiropractic cures diseases. Is this true?

The body heals itself when it is given the tools it needs for healing, namely proper nutrition, adequate rest, physical exercise, mental and spiritual balance, and a nervous system that is working properly. 

Nerves control the immune system, skeletal system, respiratory system, reproductive system, digestive system, hormone (endocrine) system, and the list goes on. Chiropractic facilitates healing because it restores proper nerve function. As a chiropractor, I remove the interference to the nervous system and get out of the way... I allow the body to do what it is innately designed to do when the channels of communication are clear. Chiropractors do not cure anything. The body cures itself when it has the proper nerve supply. “Nature needs no help… just no interference.”

How long will it take for my body to heal?

It depends on your personal history, genetics, current physical condition, level of stress, and how well you follow the chiropractic recommendations. Your body has tolerated physical, chemical, and emotional stress for years. It took years for your body to get to its current level of dis-ease. Healing is a process, and like every process in nature, healing takes time. It is unreasonable to expect permanent correction of a condition instantly after we have abused the body for decades.

Why do you insist we follow the chiropractic recommendations?

I am committed that you get the desired results quickly, the effects are long-lasting, and you do not waste your time and money.  It is disappointing to see patients stop chiropractic care before they have even given their body a chance to heal, only to return weeks, months, or years later with the same problem that brought them to the office in the first place.  If you only go to the gym on an irregular basis, and when you do work out, you don't follow the trainer's recommendations, who would be at fault if you did not get the results you hoped to achieve?

Why do I need to get adjusted more frequently when I first start chiropractic?

The initial stage is designed to reduce inflammation and restore joint mobility as quickly as the body will allow. This stage addresses the symptom relief.  The second phase, or wellness care, is designed to further the healing process and maintain the progress your body has already made. Using the gym example again, if after months of working out you feel and look great, is it wise to stop working out? You might not have to work out with the same intensity that got you into shape, but it would be smart to maintain your progress?

Do I have to get chiropractic care for the rest of my life? 

You don't have to do anything for the rest of your life - it's your choice.  You can choose not to brush your teeth, not to change the oil in your car, not to make repairs to your house, not to eat a healthy diet, and not to exercise. However, there are consequences to your actions.  If you want to get the most mileage out of your body, then yes, you must take care of it for the rest of your life.  The spine and nervous system is no exception.

When should someone start chiropractic care?

As soon as they are born.  The point is to maintain health for your whole life, not to abuse or ignore  your body for decades and then put out fires when you are in physical distress. The spine and nerve system is subject to trauma from day one until death - twisting of the  neck during the birth process; falling while learning to walk and while playing; sports injuries; carrying heavy backpacks, purses, laptop computers; poor posture; driving;  sitting all day; inadequate exercise; gravity; pregnancy; carrying and lifting car seats and strollers;  osteoporosis; emotional stress; chemical interactions. It is never too early or too late to start chiropractic wellness care.

Why do infants and children need chiropractic care?
That's a great question. But if you don't understand vertebral subluxation, you will not understand the need for children to have chiropractic care. So, let's review subluxation.

Vertebral subluxation is a change in the position, tension or mobility of one or more bones of the spine causing interference to the nervous system. Changes in the spine are often very obvious in old people. They're bent over, stiff and rigid and have difficulty getting out of a chair. We can easily see the changes in their spines. But did this just happen? Did their spines decay and deform overnight? When did that process of spinal distortion actually begin? Usually during infancy or childhood. Slight changes in the spinal bones, called subluxations, occur throughout a person's life.

The birth process itself often causes damage to a baby's spine. The stresses of growing up, both physical and emotional, add to the stress on a child's spine and nervous system. If you look closer, you'll see children with their heads forward, or perhaps stuck in the low back or pelvis. Often, a foot turns inward or outward, indicating spinal stress (subluxation). They may not have any symptoms yet, but the distortion is present, and unless it is addressed and corrected, the body and mind of the child suffer and work less than 100%.

We all want the best for our children. We all want our children to be healthy and strong. Unfortunately, few parents know about the benefits of regular spinal checkups and adjustments for their children. Simply put, it is easily one of the greatest expression’s of love you can do for your child's health and well-being .

Look closely at this. Years ago, the dental profession recommended we floss and brush our teeth three times daily, and get our children into the habit as well. Why? Because people used to neglect their teeth and they would generally start to rot while in their twenties or thirties, without them even knowing it. Well, guess what? Neglected spines do the same thing. They rot. They decay and corrode and degenerate. I've seen the x-rays. And it's not old age, either. It's neglect, pure and simple. And it starts when we're young.

Am I really telling you that newborn babies get their spines checked and adjusted by a chiropractor? Yes, and their lives are so much better for it. Please understand, it is VERY GENTLE and very honouring to their little spines.

Here's what I have found; children who get their spines checked and adjusted regularly are far healthier than those who don't. I know that's a bold statement, but it does make sense. Why? Because the central nervous system is in the spine. The nervous system runs the entire body. It runs the ears, the sinuses, the organs, the glands, and everything else. Your child's coordination depends on a fully functioning nervous system. When the nervous system is compromised (interfered with by vertebral subluxation), the body cannot function properly. It's that simple.

 

Why do athletes get regular chiropractic adjustments?
Chiropractic helps athletes improve their athletic performance, heal quicker from injuries, increase flexibility and stamina, and much more.

1. Improving athletic performance
   If you had a race car would you make sure your front end was aligned properly before a big race? Of course you would because you know that when your car is aligned properly it will run faster, more efficiently, and with less strain on the car's structure. This is how Chiropractic care relates to your body and athletics. And there's more. To perform at your peak, your body must receive signals from your brain, and your brain must get messages from your body.
   
   Have you ever been on a cell phone when there was static on the line? Interference over your nerve pathways has the same effect. It reduces the communication between your brain and your body and affects your ability to perform at your best.
   
   Chiropractic care removes this interference and keeps it out of your life through specific Chiropractic adjustments. No wonder Dan O'Brien credits Chiropractic for helping him win the Olympic Gold Medal in the Decathalon.
    

2. Heal quicker from injuries
   People heal quicker from injuries, sickness, and everything else if they have good nerve supply from their brain to their body and back again. There are countless personal experiences from people who have limped into Chiropractic offices with a sports or athletic injury, and leaped out to participate in their activity the next day.
   
   While not every person who goes to a Chiropractor has this kind of experience, because it depends on the extent of the injury, many people certainly do. Why do you think Chiropractic has been one of the fastest growing health professions over the last decade? No wonder Emmitt Smith credits regular chiropractic care with helping him break so many football records.
    

3. Improve flexibility and stamina
   One particular study tested two groups of athletes in training. The first group trained without receiving Chiropractic care. The second group trained and received ongoing Chiropractic care as well. As you would expect, both groups improved. After 12 weeks, however, there was a substantial difference in their results. The group that was not under Chiropractic care showed a 4.5% improvement while the Chiropractic group showed a 16.7% improvement after 12 weeks. No wonder Evander Holyfield had regular Chiropractic care during his training, as well as before and after a fight.
    

How long does it take to become a chiropractor?

Four years of college, four years of graduate school, clinical internships, state and national board licensure, continuing education courses. What do you study? Everything they teach in medical school (same books, same curriculum) as well as chiropractic philosophy and chiropractic adjusting techniques. Chiropractors are primary health care providers, in the same category as general MD practitioners, dentists, and podiatrists.

Comparison of Hours of Basic Sciences Education in Medical and Chiropractic Schools

Comparisons of the Overall Curriculum Structure for Chiropractic and Medical Schools

Is chiropractic dangerous?

My malpractice insurance premium per year is less than $1,000.  A general practitioner MD pays at least $60,000 per year. Insurance companies base their premiums on how risky it is to insure a person or profession.  Based on these figures, whose office poses a greater risk? My car insurance costs more than my malpractice insurance!

What are your responsibilities as a doctor?

To be the best technician, educator, communicator that I can be.  To serve with my mind, my heart, and my hands. To create a friendly office with efficient procedures and simple/fair  fee systems. Every month I attend weekend continuing education seminars and hire mentors to coach me in my chiropractic and business skills.  Every week I am on conference calls with my mentors and colleagues.

What are my responsibilities as a patient?

To follow your recommended care plan; to call ahead if you must reschedule an appointment; to attend the new patient orientation;  to communicate with me about any concerns you might have; to adhere to your financial agreements; to refer others to the office for the health potential workshop on Monday evenings; to share your results with friends and co-workers;  to get your family under chiropractic care; to help me find speaking opportunities (in your church, office, daycare, etc.) so that I can share my message of health with others.

Why is the new patient orientation important?

So you understand what chiropractic really is and is not, learn how you can best benefit from care, find out about your own health potential, ask questions, broaden your horizons, have a wake up call, see me in action in a way you have never seen before, share chiropractic with a friend who might be interested in getting care but who wants to find out more before deciding if chiropractic is right for him/her.

Why do you only adjust patients at certain times on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Tuesday afternoons?

It keeps the flow going so you don't wait; chiropractic is very physically demanding so I am warmed up, I am concentrating exclusively on patient care, rather than marketing, insurance, accounting, etc. In between the prime adjusting times I am seeing new patients, performing re-exams on existing patients, writing reports, studying, training, returning phone calls, setting up business meetings. On Tuesday mornings and on Fridays I am either doing more of the list just mentioned, or I am giving or writing speeches, attending conferences, doing research, running errands, participating in community work, wrestling with insurance companies. 
 

Is chiropractic care a substitute or alternative to medical care?
No. It is not a substitute or alternative to anything. It is the location and correction of vertebral subluxation to allow the wisdom of the body to better express itself and to function at its greatest capacity on all levels. No other profession provides this service. This is distinctly the sole focus of the chiropractic profession only.
 

What's the bigger picture?
Get healthy naturally, stay well, appreciate and respect your body,  lead a life that is full of joy, self-expression, fun, personal growth, and activity.

Can I get more information?
If you have questions, or comments, please e-mail at drblevan@comcast.net. You can also subscribe to our FREE newsletter for on-going information, or enjoy a free initial consultation.

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                                  come to us not knowing that truth.  We are at our best
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                                 Patient Testimonials
Melissa S.
            Before experiencing chiropractic adjustments from Dr. Bill, I had an iron deficiency. This deficiency  brought on such symptoms as slurred speech, problems controlling my hands, problems walking and dizziness. I had consulted my family physician that recommended me to a neurosurgeon. After having an MRI, these doctors had no recommendations to improve my problems.

Since I've been coming here I've had great ease in movement, and all problems and symptoms have been alleviated.  Weekly adjustments give physical comfort and facilitate the emotional healing process. 

            The things I like best would be the comfortable environment, the peacefulness which allows me to continue my healing and the customized care which was directed towards my questions and needs.        

Carla B.
            My family suffered from a variety of health problems, which lead us to this office.  My son Robby had migraine headaches 3-4 times a week, my husband had high blood pressure, my son Michael had chronic ear problems (cholestatoma). My son Tommy had allergies and asthma, I had lower backaches all the time, and I wanted my 9-month-old little baby to be as healthy as possible.  

            Now my son Robby hardly has any headaches, my husband’s blood pressure has reduced to the point where he is no longer on drugs. My son Michael has had no ear problems at all since we started getting chiropractic adjustments and his ear specialist is amazed.  My son Tommy still has allergies but his system is now strong enough to deal with it, he no longer uses pills, inhalers, or nose sprays. I have zero pain in my back, and my daughter is nearly 2 years old and only has taken a drug one time in her life, which is truly a miracle in my family.

            What I like best about regular chiropractic care is that it makes sense. The principal that if your whole spine is in alignment then the spinal chord can get clear messages from the brain to the whole body for it to function at top performance. This made sense to me from the very first visit to Dr. Bills Health talk. One thing I love about visits to Dr. Bill’s office is that I know he's concerned about our health and finds joy in our progression to total health as much as we do. We thank God for the inspired practice of chiropractic.

 
Tom A.
            Although I was suffering from a variety of "medical maladies", I mainly came in because of chronic low back pain resulting from an injury from about 15 years ago. I had always been very skeptical about chiropractic care, a non-believer you might say. I'd reach a point of discomfort where I was willing to try anything.  Pain can be an effective motivator and Dr. Bill's explanation of his philosophy seemed logical enough to get me started.  A good friend of mine I try Dr. Bill and I hoped for relief from my low back pain. 

Within a few short weeks my low back pain was gone, and my sinuses cleared (I've always suffered from allergies), and have remained constantly clear, which for me is a true miracle!  For the last 3 yrs I've struggled with other symptoms, which have vanished as well.  The MD's didn't know what to do with me.  I was getting terrible recurring dizzy spells that have since vanished and I've been medication free for months.  My wife and 4 year old son are on board with Dr. Bill now as well and what I like best about it here is the feeling of being with family and getting healthier together.    

Tim F.
            Before receiving chiropractic care I had high Blood Pressure along with pain in my lower back. Ever since I've started coming in for chiropractic care from Dr. Bill, my blood pressure is lower and also my pain in my lower back is gone. I like the fact that if I have trouble I can have an adjustment ASAP.  Also I like the fact that it is close by. My chiropractic care has helped lower my blood pressure with the easy adjustments I have undergone.       

Paula R.
            My spine is fused and most mornings I struggled to get out of bed. Once my feet were on the floor I still couldn't straighten up. A friend gave me a gift certificate for Christmas and since starting care in January, it’s been possible to get up when the alarm goes off without having to think about it. My whole family has begun care since.  Since my family and I started we've all had our little miracles for the problems each of us had. We have thankfully found a new Chiropractic way of life with LeVan Family Chiropractic - about the greatest thing since sliced bread.    

 Christle R.
            I suffered from tension headaches just about every day at work, low back, hip, and knee pain from standing on hard floors which could only be relieved by sitting or lying down for an hour or so. Since coming to see Dr. Bill I can now feel when my spine is locked up.  I feel that I am better able to handle the stresses of my work. I seem to be better in touch with my emotions and am more apt to show anger or sadness than I was before. Typically, previous to care here, I internalized everything and then I would just get filled up and shut down from the rest of the world. 
            Since receiving care from Dr. Bill, I haven't had any of these shutdowns, which I believe were episodes of mild depression. My biological cycles have returned to normal and the feeling has returned to the outside of my right thigh, which had been numb for more years than I can remember. 
             None of the other chiropractors I had been to had done any good. I like the fact that ever since receiving chiropractic care, I've not had to see an MD for any colds, infections, or other treatments. Which is good because I hate going to the doctor's. I feel much healthier and I love coming here because Dr. Bill and Deborah give the best hugs! They really care about how you are; it's not just a rhetorical question when they ask.

Deborah H.
            I have had lower back pain for about 8 years. I lived with the pain on a daily basis, the level of intensity would vary from pinched nerves in my legs, which left me unable to walk or stand upright to just discomfort in my lower back.
            Since I started my care the pain I lived with on a daily basis is gone.  I had forgotten what it felt like to move freely without pain. There are day's that I do have pain still but nothing like I had for the last 8 years.  Everything seems a little brighter now. Thank you for giving me my life back. I don't feel like it’s a chiropractor's office when I walk in, more like a friend or relative. It's a very relaxing place you feel completely at ease.  I enjoy the closeness and the friendship.      

Mary K.
            My asthma got to the point of needing medicine to breathe.  I had neck pain constantly along with lower back pain and sinus infections.  I now have no asthmatic conditions and take no medication.  I haven't had sinus infections since starting care with Dr. Bill.  I feel much leaner and a lot of release.  My attitude is more positive and my inner ear for listening to my body has strengthened.  I know today that my body's wisdom knows exactly what I need and heals my ills.  Dr. Bill’s techniques are gentle and freeing and there is an atmosphere of peace and harmony here.  They also have flexible hours.   

Rose S.
            I had neck pain, stiffness, shoulder pain, symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome, pain in the knees, tendonitis, lack of energy, tightness in the chest at night when I was sleeping, pain in my hips, and arms along with other issues. I have gone to other chiropractors but didn't commit to them because their methods were different.
            I now have more energy, the tendonitis, carpal tunnel, tightness in chest and other symptoms have either disappeared or improved, and I have only been coming here for a little over a month. I really like the open informative manner here, and the caring friendly attitudes.      

Matthew C.
            I had no health complaints coming into this office.  Since I was a child, I had severe allergies every spring and summer.  I assumed that I would always have them and it hadn't occurred to me that chiropractic care could help.  I came to the office for greater health.  The most noticeable difference is that after 20 years of chronic allergies, through chiropractic care I have them no more!!  I didn't even suspect that my allergies would disappear. 
             Regular chiropractic visits were a great help when I quit smoking almost 2 years ago.  I experience a greater sense of well being and health both physically and emotionally due to my chiropractic care. 
             What I like best about chiropractic is its purity and simplicity, which produce vast and dynamic expressions of life.  A clearer nervous system benefits me in all areas of my life.  Anything I attempt or do is done more effectively and efficiently when I get my spine checked regularly.    

Dottie Y.
            I suffered from effects of Lyme disease, which manifested itself in the form of arthritis, fibromyalgia, meningitis, and nerve damage in my neck and spine. I had a stiff lower back and constant headaches and every couple week’s severe headaches.
            Since my friends referred me here, I feel better than I have in years. My neck is not stiff and has stopped hurting.  The headaches have stopped and I can sleep all night for the 1st time in years. I also feel more at peace and can breathe deeper. I love the Peace!

Lenore W.
            I had digestion problems.  I got so much gas after eating; I would get attacks and I thought I would die.  My doctor gave me pills to scatter the gas and it didn't really help.  I took everything I could think of, but nothing worked.  I was on blood pressure medicine, and took vitamins by the handful for the past 30 years. No matter what I would take or do, nothing worked.  I really felt hopeless and depressed; I can honestly say I was in bad shape.  I felt my life was over. 
            I feel grateful to be able to say this; I feel I have a new lease on life.  I now enjoy eating, my work, and going for walks in the outdoors.  I now can fully appreciate the little things in life I never paid much attention to.  I no longer take my blood pressure medicine.  No longer taking pain pills, I sleep much better, my nerves are so much better.  I have been to several chiropractors in my time, but did not receive too many results. 
             I can honestly and truly say this to you Dr. Bill LeVan, you are the only Dr. that ever really helped me.  My heartfelt thanks go out to you.  All  the medical Dr's. did not do a thing for me.  They gave me a drug, which never helped. 
             Another thing I was bothered with a great deal was my sinuses.  Way back when I was in my teens I would get so sick in my stomach, my eyes, head, and the back of my neck hurt so bad I would have to take pain pills to get relief up to the time I went to see Dr. Bill - I was still getting sinus headaches. Now I can truly say I haven't taken one pain pill in the past year.  I may get the symptoms, but it doesn't last long.  Also I hurt so much between my shoulder blades, my doctor said it was arthritis and I would have to live with it.  It felt like a 20-pound weight on my shoulders. 
              Now, thanks to Dr. Bill’s adjustments, I can work all day.  I don't feel that pressure, my back will get a little tired, but I'm not uncomfortable and it sure is a blessing.  Before I went to see Dr. Bill, I prayed and prayed for the Lord to help me.  Deep down I know he didn't forsake me, my prayers were answered.  There is no doubt in my heart and mind that through Dr. Bill and his adjustments, God has helped me.  I feel justified in saying this, that Dr. Bill, you're truly a blessing to mankind.  May God really bless you, now and forever, however long I live, I'll be so grateful to you.

Mark S.
            What brought me to your office was these constant headaches, neck pain, shoulder pain and my left eye was drooping quite severely. All my life, daily stress continued to accumulate in my neck. I had seen numerous other doctors and none of the treatments ever helped.
            Since starting chiropractic care with Dr. Bill, all of my symptoms have been alleviated and I noticed that my digestion is notably improved. Your office takes a pro-active approach that addresses root causes and not just the effects (symptoms). What I like best is that you are sympathetic to individual patient needs and you stress over-all health concerns.

Chris P.
            About four years ago I started having constant mid and lower back pain and arthritis in both big toes. I also experienced allergies, sinus problems and neck pain.
            Since chiropractic care, my whole life has improved for the better. I feel more “alive” and confident. Most of my initial complaints have improved greatly. I have better focus in whatever I do. I learned a lot about the human body. All my senses (hearing, etc.) have improved. I’ve discontinued taking vancanase spray for my sinus and my body is taking good care of itself. I have not had a “major” cold for a long time, while everyone around me did.  
            I like knowing my body is functioning at its highest level. With every adjustment, I feel different things come alive. I like the individual care given by Dr. Bill. He never hesitates to share his knowledge and experience.

Daniel S.   
            I run on the school's long distance track team - both the mile and 2 mile.  I had been running for two years prior to coming to see Dr. Bill, and for those t