Dr. Brad Fackrell, Rio Rancho, NM
Patient:
Ruben
Original Date: 6/27/06
I began chiropractic treatment in November
2005, having responded to a general mailing. At the time I commenced
treatment, I had struggled with medical problems of unknown etiology.
MDs suggested an autoimmune disorder which had just not manifested itself
in blood tests by the end of 2005. During 2005, I underwent several MRI's,
nerve testing, inner ear testing, acupuncture and extensive physical
therapy. The table below summarizes my medical condition and the change
following the commencement of chiropractic treatment.
Condition |
Result after treatment |
Severe tinnitus, right ear, 24 hours per day |
Gone permanently following the 3 rd chiropractic adjustment |
Fibromyalgia, severe pain daily |
Reduced to only occasional flare ups. |
Daily dizziness, vertigo |
Reduced to occasional flare ups, and is about 40% of what it was prior to the onset of chiropractic adjustment |
Loss of balance |
I occasionally struggle with this, but the intensity is about 40% of what it was |
Gait problems |
Still occurs infrequently, but is about 20% of what it was in 2005. |
Overall, my energy level and stamina seem higher than prior to adjustments.
Digestion seems to have improved as well, with a boost in
metabolism (15 pound weight decrease since January). I have been able
to quit the debilitating prescription regimen I was on during the year.
Five
years ago, I had similar success with neck pain. My treating
physician had advised me to get used to the pain, following unsuccessful
treatment via physical therapy and heavy doses of ibuprofen.
A session of six visits to a chiropractor corrected this problem.
I highly
recommend chiropractic adjustment as part of an overall regimen for health
and well being. In my mind, each form of healthcare has its merits and
place in a person's life - and I find that chiropractic is
an essential complement to a healthy lifestyle, sensible
adoption of other forms of healthcare, and for remediation
of illness or disease.
I greatly endorse Straight Chiropractic. The environment
is friendly, and there is a relaxing and family feeling - nothing cold
or clinical about a visit there. And all within a caring professionalism
that has yielded results. Dr. Brad's assistants, Veronica, Carie, Erika
and Brianna, help to make the visit friendly while keeping things organized
and helping everyone focus on healing.