Is it Worth My Time?
After years of stress to the body and being told that surgery was the only answer, Robert was asking himself if chiropractic care was worth his time.
Robert’s story:
“ While in college, which is more years ago than I want to think about, I was involved in a serious car accident that resulted in a herniated disc in my mid-neck. After many consultations, tests, evaluations and several doctors, surgery was the option given to me. Thankfully, I didn’t follow through with that option, even though I was having severe headaches and other problems. I decided to find another option.
After moving to Omaha in the early 1970’s, I continued with experiments at Methodist Hospital and saw another back specialist. Eventually, I found a chiropractor that worked with me on how to relax/sit and manipulated my spine, which got rid of the headaches. I was getting along pretty well with occasional adjustments but being an active person, I knew that things could (and would) flair up again. Years of aspirin, along with strong painkillers, got me through a very satisfying career in construction and almost into retirement. During this time, I was diagnosed as asthmatic. I had difficulty breathing and always had to have an inhaler with me.
About this same time, I was discussing these issues with my good friend and neighbor Margret. Margret had told me for years about her excellent experience with Family First Chiropractic and with Dr. Jeremiah. After my retirement and a family loss, I was having trouble breathing, pain when I stood up/sat down, and I was becoming very overweight. I was in trouble! I was ready to try anything to get better so I agreed to see Dr. Jeremiah. I was admittedly a little skeptical about committing the time to be a healthier person but I am so glad I did!
I will never forget driving home after my FIRST visit. I was able to sit up straight for the first time in years! My head was up and my shoulders were back—I even had to adjust the seat in my truck as I was sitting so much taller. My spine is straighter and I have noticed that my balance is better. And the best part? I breathe very clearly and easily now. I haven’t used an inhaler for several months. Even my regular MD is amazed at the change in my asthma. I am so glad I came here! They are truly like family!”
