Chiropractic Success Stories

Migraines and More

As an accident/symptom-prone individual I have seen many doctors for a variety of injuries and ailments over the years.   In 2004 I began suffering devastating migraines that led to uncontrolled vomiting.  The headaches and vomiting continued on a weekly basis.   When I met Dr. Kara she asked me for all my symptoms.  After a complete examination, Dr. Kara explained how my central nervous system was likely causing all the various symptoms and related them to the specific injuries I had had.  After a series of adjustments, the improvement of my physical pain in my jaw, shoulders, knees, back and neck was immediate.  When she suggested a controlled diet to test the response of other symptoms, I enthusiastically accepted.   Someone finally seemed to understand the full extent of my injuries, symptoms and suffering.

Several weeks into my treatment and new diet and I only had two headache and vomiting episodes.   After three months of care I was headache and vomit free!  I have found that my energy level and all other aspects of my life have improved since I've started seeing Dr. Kara.  

Sirena

Neck Pain

I went to see Dr. Kara after she ran a thermal scan of my neck.  I had shooting pain in the left side of my neck that extended from my left ear down through my left shoulder.  I was skeptical of the scan's effectiveness and she was unaware of my ailment at that time.  Sure enough, the scan showed major inflammation in the C1-C3 vertebrae area.  I play electric bass in a band and perform regular shows where we play for several hours.  The pain, as well as a monstrous knot in my left trapezious muscle, started after a weekend of having a cold and playing three shows in a row.  It had not subsided for several months and was becoming detrimental to my enjoyment of playing music, swimming, yoga and even just washing my hair or getting a good night's sleep.

On the first visit, Dr. Kara and staff gave me a very thorough health and well-being examination that was more extensive than my "regular" doctor had even done.  Within two visits I was already noticing dramatic improvements.  I believe it was after my third visit that upon waking one morning I raised my left arm and the pain which I had become accustomed to wasn't there.  Gone.  I continue to see Dr. Kara to ensure my vertebrae remain in-line and my pain doesn't return, although now my sessions are much farther apart.  I have also noticed many other beneficial physical and emotional changes as a result of my adjustments with Dr. Kara and some minor diet and lifestyle changes.  I would highly recommend Dr. Kara and the rest of the staff at Santa Barbara Wellness for Life because that is exactly what they want for their patients, total wellness for life.

Mike

Carpal Tunnel/Low Back Pain/Weight Gain

I'm a 46 year old female who prior to meeting Dr. Aldrich suffered from a number of ailments:  increasing wrist pain, lower back and hip pain, limited range in neck motion, balance issues, shin splints, difficulty sleeping, and inability to lose weight.  I didn't realize how bad my condition was until I saw the dramatic results from my first treatment.  I saw immediate results in the range of my neck motion and a reduction in my wrist pain.  Over the next couple of months, the pain in my lower back and hip went away and the range in my neck increased dramatically.  Additionally, the pain in my wrists also went away.

A couple of months after starting my chiropractic sessions, I began the nutritional program.  Previous efforts to lose weight using only exercise and other weight-loss programs generated limited results without any improved health benefits.  By starting the nutritional program provided by Dr. Aldrich, not only did I drop from a size 22 to a size 16 but my sleep improved dramatically and overall I felt a lot better.   I felt more mentally alert and I did not feel sluggish throughout the day.  My husband also had similar health results by following the nutritional program with me.  I have greatly benefitted from both the chiropractic sessions and by following the nutritional program.

Marisela