Experience Wellness... Gonstead
Experience the Gonstead Difference. There truly is a difference. "I think I heard you say that about a dozen times before I really 'got it'. I have benefited from Chiropractic since I was in an auto accident in college in 1988. The 'doctors' wanted to put me in traction for an undetermined amount of time and of course loaded me up with pain pills. I took enough pain medication to get me in a car and have a friend drive me to the Chiropractor for my first visit. I went every day for a week and by week's end I was back to pulling all night study sessions and threw away the pain medication. Since the auto accident I have continued with Chiropractic care since. When I have been consistent with Chiropractic my health had always benefited beyond anything else I have done.
All that to say I have had many years of traditional Chiropractic care. I first heard of the Gonstead method of Chiropractic from a colleague of yours in a networking meeting. Then I met you at another professional networking group, I listened to about 5 of you and your colleague's presentations before I decided to give it a try. At the time of my first visit with you I had a client who had his own chiropractic practice and I was getting adjusted by him without charge, but all without significant relief of symptoms. After my initial appointment I was convinced and have continued to experience the remarkable difference in the increased quality of life a healthy spine affords.
The "Gonstead difference" was evident from that very first appointment. The Gonstead approach is so much more focused than the chiropractic care I have known. No longer do I settle for the randomness of adjustment I had become accustomed to, The specificity of adjustments, fewer adjustments and significantly better results. Better results over extended periods of time means a better life. And I am all the "better"!
Thank you Dr Chris. The "Gonstead Difference" had made all the difference for me.
- Lauren K, MA
Personal Life Coach
SOAR Consulting
I was having severe hip and leg pain all the way down to my foot on the left side.
After seeing numerous specialists and getting no relief or being told they couldn't do anything for me I didn't know what to do. I had been on pain medication for just over 3 years. I was told by a friend to see Dr Chris so I did. After about a month I had little to no pain. I went back to work and had a relapse. He proceeded to work on me and about a month and a half later I was back to work and have had no problems since. I am now able to play catch and wrestle with my son. I am now playing softball which is something I thought was impossible with my herniated disc in my lower back. Dr Chris has given me life again that I thought was never possible, I am off pain meds now too.
- Dennis F
I walked into Valley Spinal Care somewhat skeptical about Chiropractors. (A result of my experience with other chiropractors)
While it was pretty normal for me to wake up with a headache each morning and down coffee and Advil because of chronic headaches, this headache would NOT go away. After taking Aspirin, Tylenol, Advil, Motrin and Excedrin with no relief over a 3 day period I wandered into the chiropractic office on 64th and Greenway.
I was immediately impressed by the doctor and staff. Dr Chris worked me into the schedule and was able to treat me for the headache the same day. (What a relief - my headache was gone before I went to bed that night) And I didn't have to take any more medicine that day.
Subsequently I spent time with Dr Serafini and we reviewed x-rays and he took time to answer all of my initial (and on-going) questions.
I especially like the treatment style of Dr Serafini as it focuses on the practical mechanical movement of the spine and has a logical basis that is easily understood
Not to be left out, Jason's physical therapy including stretching, coaching and testing provided me with additional ways to help my treatment progress as quickly as possible and see measurable results
I am thankful that I feel so good and that I have a big bottle of Advil that hasn't been opened yet (Planning on keeping it that way)
Everyone has a spine and everyone can benefit from Chiropractic - If you haven't already, set an appointment - the only thing you can lose is pain
- Terry R
I spent a decade dealing with back pain; I couldn't sleep, I couldn't sit up straight, I even had circulatory problems and trouble exercising. I tried physical therapy, stretching, yoga, acupuncture, even other chiropractors, but nothing worked; in fact, most of the 'specialists' I saw couldn't even identify the causes of my back pain. Frustrated, I decided to give Dr Chris a shot. Within the first two sessions, Dr Chris had not only identified the source of my woes, but made adjustments that brought immediate relief. Dr Chris did an excellent job explaining to me not only my symptoms, but also the proactive steps needed to have sustained, long-term success. Thanks to Dr Chris I'm virtually pain-free for the first time in 10 years!
- Brian W
From fear and skepticism, I had never before sought out chiropractic care until the day I walked into the Valley Spinal Care office. I had woken up in pain and unable to turn my neck, and was stuck in a position where all I could see was my right shoulder.
Dr Chris made sure I was comfortable and well informed about the adjustments needed and the philosophy behind chiropractic medicine.
I improved about 80% after my first visit and I've been coming back daily to maintain and strengthen through combined physical therapy exercises and adjustments.
The team at Valley Spinal Care is friendly and professional and they have gone above and beyond to accommodate my schedule and financial capabilities.
I am lucky to be in Dr Chris' care
- Alison B
I have suffered from lower back pain and stiffness in my neck for over 5 years. Dr Serafini took x-rays and discovered a structural problem with my spine and neck. After my first few sessions of adjustments and physical therapy I experienced relief from pain and gained greater flexibility in my lower back. Dr Serafini is a patient and caring doctor who takes time to teach me how to improve my health. He designed a long term treatment plan to ensure effective results in correcting and strengthening my spine.
Thank you, Dr Serafini
- Rita G
I was referred to Dr Chris by an associate at my workplace after having been observed raising my right are and complaining of the pain in my arm, shoulder and neck. When asked what was wrong, I explained it was arthritis. That my GP had diagnosed it several years ago and I had been taking pain medications to control the pain particularly after any strenuous activity such as driving for an hour or so or playing a few holes of golf. Because the pain detracted from the pleasure I had not played for over a year.
My associate told me of the relief she had received from a pain in her lower back and suggested I check in with Dr Chris for another opinion. I had never had any experience with chiropractic medicine but with her encouragement arranged an appointment.
I was pleased to meet with Dr Chris and hear his approach to my pain situation. After examining my x-rays he explained thoroughly what the Gonstead System or approach was about and why he was confident he would be able to help me recover from some injury in years past. He showed me where my injury had damaged my spine and how his treatment would relieve the pressure on the nerve and relieve the pain I was experiencing.
The very first adjustment was amazing. I was virtually without pain for the first time in several years. I had suffered for so long I could not remember when it actually started. I remember several minor accidents in the past but none that seemed serious enough to have caused this painful condition. Dr Chris assured me that the other more obvious injuries during these accidents could have masked the underlying vertebrae problem.
I am pleased to have discovered Dr Chris and recommend him to anyone suffering from any pain situation.
- Al G
