Chiropractic Testimonials

Skeptical of Chiropractors

I have always been skeptical of chiropractors. I had vowed that I would never go to one because I didn't need a quack trying to convince me that he could straighten out the curvature of my spine and suck me for all my money attempting to do so.I married my husband Ron in 1978. Ron had started going to a chiropractor before we were married because of his discs continually slipping out of his back. Since he was born in Junction City, Kansas, he had gone to just about every chiropractor that practiced in Junction City. Some of the stories that he relayed back to me from his visits to certain chiropractors made me more determined that I would never go to a chiropractor.In the early 80's, Ron switched to another chiropractor, Dr. Keating, and would bring home good reports from the service that he received. At the same time I worked at a desk job that required me to spend long hours on the phone. I didn't realize at the time that I causing stress on my back by spending hours with my head cocked on the phone. I wondered why I would have sharp pains shooting through my right hip.One Sunday morning as I was getting dressed, I heard a pop in my neck. My neck hurt but it wasn't so bad that I needed to go to a doctor. The next Monday morning when I was washing my hands in the sink, I looked up and was frightened by what I saw--my neck was cocked at an angle. It scared me when I saw my neck in that position. I immediately told my husband and he suggested that I see Dr. Keating.Since Ron had told me so many good things about Dr. Keating, I swallowed my pride and decided to trust him to fix the problem. It took only one visit for him to relieve the pain in my neck. I have gone to Dr. Keating on a regular basis since then and refer him to anyone that I feel needs Chiropractic care.
- Pat S.

Lower Back Pain

I have been going to different doctors and chiropractors since I was a young teen. I had lower back pain constantly. I went to different types of chiropractors all over the country (some practicing accupressure, others manual manipulation and electrolysis). And everywhere I went I would feel better a day or two after the adjustment and then would have to go back. I continued this cycle of going to the doctor almost weekly for years. When I was referred, after a horse-riding accident, to Dr. Wertin, I was in shock that he told me they could stabilize my "out-of-whack" back in 6 weeks. Sure enough, he did it! Now I go back a couple of times a year, or when I do something to cause it to get out of place. I really appreciate the fact that the Alternative Health Care doctors' goal is to make you healthy, not keep you coming back week after week.

I'm a firm believer in Chiropractic. I've taken my daughter since she was 13 months old. Her shoulder popped from birth until she was adjusted at Alternative Health Care and she quit having ear infections after her adjustment. I took my son for his first adjustment when he was 3 weeks old. He had one ear infection (he just turned 5 years old) and he's been a very healthy boy.
- Rosalie C.

Migraine Headaches

Over the last 3-4 years I have suffered from Migraine headaches. My family physician continually prescribed narcotic drugs to help relieve the pain. I regularly receive adjustments for various reasons and had indicated I had been suffering from headaches to my regular chiropractor. Amazingly he has been able to assist in the relief of the daily migraine headaches. With monthly visits to the Chiropractor at Alternative Healthcare I find that I have fewer migraines and require less medication.
- Richelle

Neck Injury

Growing up with a registered nurse in the family, I constantly heard the statement "Chiropractors are quacks. They will cripple you." I suffered a neck injury in my youth and suffered the pain and discomfort associated with it for a long time. My husband of 16 years, Ron, has been a patient of chiropractic for as long as I've known him (21 years). He repeatedly remarked that I should give it a try and finally six years ago he insisted!!

I can't believe I waited so long to be pain free and aligned to function properly and painlessly. I wish I would have listened sooner. Chiropractic is the way and many health insurers recognize it as well!
- Dawna

Knee Problems

I am walking, living proof that chiropractic care works! The most remarkable story took place in 1999, when I was having problems with my knee. It hurt so severely when I bent it that I had to get into my newly purchased van (in March 1999) with a slightly bent leg. After 1 1/2 months of this torture and no improvement, it finally occurred to me to visit Dr. Wertin. After that one visit, I was able to bend my knee! Within a month I had full use of my knee again and I was able to hold it out straight and tighten the knee and quadriceps muscles, something else I'd been unable to do during that time.
- Connie M.

Built-Up Shoe

I have appreciated AHCC and Dr. Mike for a long time. The activator method has been most helpful. I realized how much when I was able to change my built-up shoe from 3/4 inch to 1/2 inch. The caring atmosphere is wonderful.
- Carol

Foot Pain

I had went to my family physician numerous times over a 5 year period to get relief from a sharp pain in my left foot. The pain had grown worse over the years. My foot had been poked, prodded, x-rayed and I was prescribed anti-inflammatory and pain relief medications. Nothing worked. I avoided stairs and curbs and shortened my stride in an effort to avoid the pain. In desperation I asked a friend to recommend a doctor. She suggested Chiropractic care with Dr. Wertin. I was skeptical at first. How could a few gentle adjustments of my back help my foot? After 3 treatments I could feel a difference and 3 months later I could climb and descend steps, pain-free.
- Joanne

Chronic Neck Pain

I have had chronic neck pain for several years. Besides the pain, the problem also affects my disposition. Chiropractic has been the only thing I have found to treat this condition, and I think it makes me a happier person.
- Rick M.

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Injured Ligaments

I injured the ligaments in my left knee, after seeing 5-6 Chiropractors, sports surgeons and MD's and still walking with a cane, I came to see Dr. Wertin. At first I was very skeptical but after 3 treatments I didn't need my cane. After 6 treatments my sports surgeon canceled my surgery. Now I need a treatment every 4-6 weeks for maintenance.
- Pete R.

Vertigo

Several years ago, I was thrown from a horse and received a mild concussion that caused constant vertigo. My regular physician told me it could take up to 2 weeks for the vertigo to go away. A friend of mine convinced me to try chiropractic care with Dr. Wertin. I had never been to a chiropractor before and was very skeptical that it would work. But to my amazement, the vertigo was gone after 2 treatments. I am now a faithful client of Dr. Wertin's and realize how regular treatments can prevent all kinds of aches and pains that active people seem to get! Thanks Dr. Wertin!!!
- Sherie T.

Medical Doctors Missed It

Many years ago Dr. John Wertin advised my husband to seek immediate medical doctor attention.. he thought he had a blockage...sure enough the large artery to the heart was 90 per cent blocked....medical doctors had not seen what Dr. Wertin had...
- Judy

Tingling and Numbness

I had tingling and numbness in my left arm, unable to unhook or unzip dresses, lift a coffee mug or steer a car with just my left hand for approximately 1 year. Discomfort was terrible when lying on my left arm at night. With proper exercises and adjustments over a period of 6 months, I've got full use of my arm again.
- Dianna K.

Tension Headaches

I had been plagued with upper back & neck problems for years. I would feel like I had lots of "knots" and would get tension headaches that were so bad that it sometimes even hurt to chew! I got used to taking ibuprofen every day for the pain (much to Dr. Hamler's dismay!). Dr. Hamler was recommended to me by a friend and seeing him on a regular basis has made a huge difference! I felt better after the very first adjustment. Dr. Hamler has gotten my muscles "trained" so well that I only have to go in on an occasional basis for a "tune-up"! I rarely take pain medication now and am very grateful to not be living in constant discomfort!
- Stephanie G.

Recommended to Family and Friends

I have been seeing John Wertin for over 10 years. He provides relief from whatever ails me. I have given him the highest compliment by recommending him to my family and my friends. He has never let me down.
- Harley P.

Back and Leg Pain

Some time ago I would periodically have pains in my back and down my legs. In recent years I have followed the plan of having an "adjustment" from Dr. Wertin approximately every six weeks and I have been free of those pains. The chiropractic knowledge and skill of Dr. Wertin are greatly appreciated.
- Ken K.

Aches and Pains

I'm a patient of Dr. Eric Keating is Junction City. I have been going to him for over five years now and I recommend him to all who have aches and pains. If it wasn't for Dr. K I don't think I would be able to work today. I am a regular patient of his and I go to see him at least every month most of the time it is every two weeks. I have a lot of problems with my back, thighs, knees, neck, shoulders, and wrists. His adjustments keep me comfortable and enable me to lead a normal life. I get frustrated at times because I hurt and can't move as well as I'd like but a visit to Dr. K's office makes me feel better and move much easier. Dr. K along with his great staff, Missy, Dottie and Jerri are high quality as far as I'm concerned. I wouldn't want to have to make it without them. A great big thanks to all of them.
- Cathy W.

Thrown Out Hip

This story is funny. My husband grew up playing baseball since he was little. Well he decided to learn how to play golf. He didn't have any golf shoes yet to keep his feet in play when he swung. So one spring afternoon while practicing at the golf course he threw his hip out. He was due to drive to St. Louis (approximately 5 hours in the car) and said that he couldn't make it that he needed to get it fixed. My sister-in-law recommended Dr. Hamler since my husband had never been to a chiropractor. So off we went and sure enough Dr. Hamler put him back together. After that visit we went out and bought him some golf shoes to keep him planted while he is playing golf.
- Teresa Z.

Extreme Sports

I am into extreme sports ( moto-cross, jet skiing & mountain biking). I am always ending up at the chiropractors after a fun filled weekend. Try jumping a MX Motorcycle 65 feet and landing wrong and messing up 7 vertebras in your lower back. 3 treatments during that week and I was ready to race the next weekend. I felt great!
- John G.

Scoliosis

I used to have scoliosis, frequent headaches, constant backaches, wear one shoe built up 1 1/2 in, and was scheduled for metal rods to be surgically implanted in my back. Within two months of care, I wore normal shoes and had no headaches or backaches. In four months, sinus infections and allergies were history. Being 200% better physically, made me smile and 100% better emotionally.
- Sarah D.

Arthritis and Rheumatism

As a child growing up, I watched my grandparents (and later, my parents) live with stoic acceptance of aches and pains that they classed under the headings of "arthritis" and "rheumatism". There was a deep-seated suspicion of chiropractors, who were referred to as "powwow doctors". How nice--- and, for me, fortunate---it has been to be introduced to advanced licensed chiropractic care, which is teaching me to keep in close touch with my body's signals, and providing me with proper adjustments that prevent physical and physiological changes that could result in serious conditions. I'm especially grateful for Dr. John Wertin's research into adjustments of the hyoid... this is the major factor responsible for my continued singing appearances, and also has virtually eliminated my memory of sore throats, even with a bad cold or flu! With Dr. Hamler and Dr. Wertin available, the whole business of getting older is a more pleasant and manageable (and comfortable!) affair. Thanks!
- Jean S.

Bruised Sacrum

I've always used chiropractic as a preventive healthcare method. But, if I had to share just one story of the benefits of chiropractic care, it would be the recovery from a serious bike crash. Going to fast on a winding descent in the mountains of California, I lost control, went off the road and stuck a small boulder. The wreck destroyed my bike and bruised my sacrum, leaving me unable to walk without pain, let alone train for triathlon. Frequent visits to my chiropractor didn't help my broken bike any, but sure got me feeling much better in a hurry. I was able to race only 3 weeks after the wreck, and I won a race only 6 weeks later.
- Ric R.

Chiropractic Care for Maintenance

Like, my husband, I use chiropractic care for maintenance. I am a competitive triathlete and when I am training 20 plus hours per week, injuries become a lot more likely. Chiropractic adjustments keep me healthy and ready to go tackle my tough workouts.
- Sara R.

Helped My Son

I myself have benefited from chiropractic care for 3 years now, but my greatest praise for chiropractic is for how drastically it helped my 1 year old son, now 1 1/2 years old. He's strong tempered, naturally, but was constantly irritable, especially when I'd lift his legs to change his diaper. After 2 or 3 adjustments, we realized we had a happier more active, more obedient, and loving sweetheart.
- Angela S.

Nutrition

I'd been having digestive problems for years. After having seen my GP doctor, having a CT scan and seeing a gastroenterologist, I was told I had IBS and that I would have to learn to live with it. I took the medications, started a special IBS diet and just never really started feeling any better
- if anything I actually started feeling worse.

After many years of this I finally had enough and decided to go see Quinton at AHC. In all honesty, it was more of a "what do I have to lose" proposition...

After about 30 days I was feeling much better. Before I had no energy, my stomach and gut hurt almost all the time and I was just miserable. Now I have a lot of good days and have learned a lot about keeping myself healthy. My energy has increased, I don't feel so "down" anymore and I have started to enjoy life again. I've even trimmed down my weight, which always helps the old self-esteem!

At first I was skeptical about using "alternative" health care. However, after listening to Quinton, making some lifestyle changes and actually feeling much better, I'm not a skeptic anymore.

Thanks!
Drew