I had pretty much given up hope and was mentally "gearing down" for a much less active life. I was even starting to shop around for handicapped aids like a hospital bed and reaching tools etc. then a friend whose father had had similar - even worse - problems, urged me to see Dr. Gremaud.

After my first visit the symptoms in my back and neck largely disappeared! To my delight and surprise my knees, which had become stiff and painful to bend all the way (from installing floors etc.) became pain free with full range of motion. I can actually squat down on my heels without my knees feeling like they're going to explode.

Since I started treatments, I wake in the morning pain free and simply get up and "go!" for the previous several decades I required several hours to "warm up" and "work the stiffness out." Tying my shoes was the hardest part of my day!

The information I've long yearned for about the mechanics of my spine and nervous system is finally being provided to me by the remarkable healers in this office.

I feel like I'm getting reacquainted with the skeleton of my younger days - like I had an overhaul. I've been driving my family "nuts" gushing about how good I feel and how easily I can move... and I'm just getting started!

"Go get ABC™'d"

V. Lane W----

To all those who wonder if these radical health improvements last, here is an update from Lane, 3 years later:

Here is the follow-up to my original story. My astounding recovery at the hands of Dr. Pierre, I now realize, is typical for his office, because i see and hear them whenever I'm there. A gymnastics injury at age 16 left me with three badly herniated discs. My 40 years in the building trades included countless excruciating, debilitating episodes, countless visits to chiropractors and physical therapists and finally the surgeon when a disc eventually ruptured. Still I experienced only worsening conditions. Now, three years after first starting my ABC™ treatment, I am able to do just about anything including skiing, logging and climbing trees.

The knowledge of spine physics, exercises and lifestyle advice (especially sitting and sleeping strategies) from Dr. Pierre have given me back the second half of my life.

I want to add an anecdotal observation. I can feel whole branches of my nervous system coming "back online" after decades of dormancy. Dexterity has come back to my hands. Guitar licks I labored unsucessfully at for years, now come quite effortlessly. Similarly , I could never do a simple dance move on to one side and then repeat it to the other side - (some kind of crossover blockage?) Anyway, now I can, effortlessly - go figure! So, as I say to myself several times a week whenever I stumble or do something that would have put me in bed for a week not so long ago,
"THANK YOU DR. PIERRE!"

LANE WALSH, age 57

In addition to the laminated cards, Dr. Pierre shared some wonderful information with me. No longer does my concept of feeling "normal" encompass night after night awake in bed between day after day, pissed off at the world because I can't sit straight for any period of time, let alone crack a book through twelve years of education in very uncomfortable desks.
I can now rise in the A.M., brush my teeth, shower, and eat breakfast like a "normal" person. That I no longer use the Zyrtec that was previously the object of my eternal gratitude is a miracle that can be explained only by nerve interference along the spine.
On a larger medium I would tell the world to embark on the same quest of self-discovery, but I am reasonably confident that, one person at a time, we'll be driven to healthier lives without Tylenol and liposuction, only back doctors.

Thanks for control of my life, in addition to what I might do with it.
Roy H, Cornell student

This is what I've noticed since I began care here at the Spinal Wellness Center of Ithaca:

I can breathe easier and that's a very important thing! I can sleep for more that 45 minutes at a time. I now have a regular sleeping schedule. My friends/co-workers can see the change in my posture. I feel my brain is finally getting the right signals. I feel more balanced as my moods aren't as extreme. Bottom line: I feel better and I've only had eight visits!

Alicen H, age 30

Since beginning the ABC™ work with Dr. Pierre and Dr. Michael, my body has felt stronger than it has in years!
A wonderful thing happened on New Years Eve… I was able to dance for nearly 2 ½ hours non-stop with no pain in my knees at all! That was a thrill!! In fact, I didn't even notice that I wasn't in any pain until after the party and I stopped and thought about it.

Thanks so much Spinal Wellness!Happy New Year!!
On my way to great health,
Mike E., school counselor

When I first came to the Spinal Wellness Center, my hip was very painful and causing discomfort whenever I ran or walked. My spine was curving due to the placement of my hips and my finger and toes were getting poor circulation. These symptoms were getting worse; and X-rays showed severe degeneration in my hip.
Since receiving care at this office, I am much more energetic, my circulation has improved greatly. I sleep much better and the pain in my hip has gone way down. I have much more balance and an overall more positive attitude.
I now can enjoy running and walking. I am not in as much discomfort through the day doing my routine activities. I feel more energy and enjoy going through the day.

Andrea M, Ithaca College Phys. therapy student

Dear Doctor Pierre:

I am not sure where to begin. I have been living with pain at varying degrees of intensity for over twenty years. I have had trouble with my right hip on a regular basis. I have been to several different chiropractors over the years, as well as, had x-rays taken of my hips. I was told to get use to the pain, as I had degenerative arthritis. I had finally reached a limit to tolerance to the pain. I could not function in a regular manner to do daily activities. I could not concentrate or sit for more them ten minutes at a time. I was not sleeping and my nerves were raw. I would cry if someone looked at me, let alone tried to communicate with me.
I told a friend of mine that I was desperate and could not go on with the pain much longer. My friend, Sissy, recommended you and the Spinal Wellness Clinic. I came in with skepticism and just "knew" this was a waste of my time.
You sure proved me wrong. I am not saying I did not have doubts even after the six weeks. Slowly I could see such improvement. I can honestly say that in mid October. I am feeling so much better. I have had a low to no hip pain. I am feeling so much better and can again do normal daily activities. I sleep so much better and can now even sleep on my right side and back (haven't done this in over two years). I can sit back in a chair and not experience hip pain that brings me to the edge of my seat. I could not sit right for over three or more years.
I can not begin to thank you enough for knowing that you could help me regain my life as I used to know it. I still know I have a ways to go, but am so confident that I will succeed and be able to live a normal life again.
I recommend you to anyone who will listen when they tell me of their back, hip, leg, knee or any other type of spine related pain.

Again, thank you so very much. Your staff has been great.
Cherl Heary

When I first came to Spinal Wellness, I was bending over at the waist, unable to stand up. My face was not symmetrical, but contorted and pulled in all directions. I had been hit by a car and had fractured four vertebrae (L2 - L5), and my former chiropractor told me it was all in my head.

Now, 10 months later, I am standing up straight. My face has started to balance out, and my back is approaching a normal curve.

Others said it couldn't be done, yet Dr. Pierre and the folks at Wellness Center have really helped my body to unwind and heal itself.

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you,

John S

After 30 years as a competitive athlete, by the time I got to the Spinal Wellness Center, I had a very stiff and sore lumbar spine that had limited me for years. I also had excruciating pain in my neck and shoulder, and pain in my right foot.
Since receiving care at this office, my lumbar spine is now loose, flexible and pain free. My neck and shoulder pain have nearly disappeared completely. My foot is remarkably pain free.
I am now going full out in snowboarding and soccer, like I haven't done IN YEARS. My posture has improved, my energy has increased, and my ability to perform my job has improved. This place has been a lifesaver.

Jeff D; Varsity coach and PE teacher

My name is Loretta and I want to share my experience at the Spinal Wellness Center . I was told about the Spinal Wellness Center in Ithaca , NY , by my sister. I saw that she was having success with her treatment to her back and feet, so I thought I would give it try. I was not sure if this was the answer for me, as this was something unknown and new to me.

I have been going to a chiropractor for years, receiving some help with the pain in my low back, neck, feet and shoulders. I was in pain and discomfort in the lower back and was experiencing some swelling. My neck and shoulders were hurting and a previous foot problem had reoccurred just days prior to my first visit to the Spinal Wellness Center (I wondered if it was due to my back). By the time I made it to my first appointment my range of motion was limited, bending and walking was difficult. I just felt bad all over.

When Pierre adjusted my spine (he explained the procedure as we went along). My thought process was clearer, my range of motion was free. I could bend over with out pain and twisting my body so it would not hurt to do so.

I felt free and not heavy laden, like 150 pounds had been lifted, IN JUST ONE VISIT!!

Driving home, I felt so good, that I was almost giddy with feeling so well. I knew I needed help desperately, and found it at the Spinal Wellness Center .

No back pain, my foot was not hurting or swollen, my shoulders and neck were free of stress and tension, in just one visit. I'm just amazed!!

Side Note : Have you ever asked your self isn't there is a better way, a way for more lasting results from your doctor. I'd like to be healed so I can feel better all the time, instead of just 1-2 days a week. Have you questioned if you could get some chiropractor help so that you would not need surgery. (With pulled muscles in your shoulder) I have wondered that many times. I believe I have found the answer at the Spinal Wellness Center in Ithaca . I am sooo glad that I was told about the Spinal Wellness Center .

Feeling Wonderful,

Loretta H. age 61

The kids loved it! They are telling everyone they know, and my son keeps saying, "dude that was awesome!"

-Rebecca B., educator and mother of Female age 11, male age 14

When I first came to the Spinal Wellness Center, I was real tired all the time. I had brain fog, leg and hand numbness; I could not take deep breaths and was not sleeping well.
Since receiving care at this office, I have noticed that my vision without my glasses has improved. I can focus on the road more easily. I had an eye exam on 3/25/08 and the Doctor told me I "PASSED" my driver's test "WITHOUT MY GLASSES." The contacts I had been wearing were a bit blurry until I got the correct ones.

While under care at this office, I have also noticed the following changes in my quality of life:

• deeper, replenishing breaths
• much less/if any mid-afternoon fatigue
• minimal hand numbness
• clear thoughts

Tracy V., Child care manager, educator, author

I started coming to the Spinal Wellness Center when I was 20 years old and in horrible pain from doing stunts on a 20" BMX bike. I have two bulging discs and one herniated disc from one of my horrible crashes.

When I was 19 was when I started to feel lots of pain in my back, but it wasn't until the next year (20) when I felt scary amounts of pain in my back to the point where I could not touch my toes, could not sit in a car, and to work was torture, I even had to take a Vicodin just to try to come close to finishing my job.

Now I am 21 years old and feeling like someone has taken mountains off my back! I can work without the aid of pain pills and do ALL the activities I want to do and pain does not show up! The ABC™ has done miracles for me. And if you are in as much pain as I was you would be a fool not to get adjusted.

Jason C. , Male, Age 21

**As stated elsewhere,  ABC™ often helps people with Multiple Sclerosis regain their lost health. Here are just some of the many wonderful stories.**

I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis 14 years ago. I work hard to keep myself strong and functional through exercise and diet. I have been seeing Dr. Pierre and I feel that his chiropractic treatments have benefited me greatly. His approach involves a systematic "unwinding" of a once tense spine. It does require a commitment of time and a dedication to the process, but it does provide results.

I feel stronger, straighter, and more stable. My walking is surer and my balance has improved. My posture is significantly better, and I have also gained almost ½ inch in height!

I feel very positive about the chiropractic skills and techniques practiced by

Dr. Pierre.

I know that my progress is a significant step in my battle with MS.

Christen B.

I am 58 years old and was diagnosed with Relapsing/Remitting MS. In the last three years my legs have become weaker and I started to use a cane to assist in walking. I started coming to the Network Wellness Center , not because of MS, but at the time I had severe back pain and I wanted treatment. At my first visit Dr Pierre said I would be glad that I came in to see him - not just for the back pain but because the ABC™ therapy had assisted others with MS and he felt it could also assist me. I was very skeptic at the time but agreed to start the therapy and I have noticed the following changes:

•  First - less back pain. I have some when I first get out of bed but none during the day.

•  I very seldom use a cane to walk - at the time I came in the office I was using a cane frequently for support.

•  My bladder problems seem to have disappeared and I can sleep at night as I don't get up two or three times during the night.

•  I feel more positive about myself and life - I am not as depressed as I was before the ABC™ treatment.

•  Before starting ABC™ therapy, all my toes on my left foot and the left side of foot was dark colored - a red/blue almost black color. At this time my big toe looks normal and the color is starting to come back in second toe.

•  In March at my re-exam Dr Pierre was pleased with the results and how far I had come since November. What really pleased me was that I grew "1/2 inch" in height!

At times I am still a bit skeptic but when I review what the ABC™ therapy has done so far in just five months, I plan to continue. Thank you Dr. Pierre and Dr. Rich!

Eva S., age 58

I went to the Eye Doctor and my prescription for my contacts had to be changed. The reason for this change is that my vision has significantly improved and I need a weaker prescription. I asked the assistant if this happens often, and she replied "never". Thank you ABC™

 I told her I was coming here and that you guys promised to "fix me up". She said keep going and maybe I would not need contacts anymore.

 My optic neuritis was eight years ago and the medical doctors told me that my eyesight would not improve anymore.

 Lisa L., nurse Age 39 (previously diagnosed and on disability with Multiple Sclerosis)

I first came here about one month ago. I have Multiple Sclerosis, and it was getting hard to walk without a cane and real hard to make it around at work. As of now, I can sleep most of the night. I do not ride the scooter at work anymore. I have a pedometer (keeps track of how far I walk) and I walk between three to five miles a day at work and at the end of the day, I don't feel like dying anymore. I am not on any prescription meds anymore except for Chemo once every three months. I feel more alert and even doing chores around the house. I still don't write too well, but it has only been one month.

Greg N., age 36

1) When I first came to the Spinal Wellness Center , I had the following health concerns:

I have struggled with severe fatigue, fibromyalgia pain, cognitive dysfunction, constant headaches, allergies and chemical sensitivities. I also have osteoporosis, erosive osteoarthritis and asthma. I am a survivor of childhood sexual abuse and other traumas.

2) Since receiving care at this office, I have noticed the following changes in my health:

I've had six visits with Dr. Pierre. Yesterday I actually walked around Target pushing a cart - for several years now, I've had to ride the electric carts for shopping at Target or Wegman's. I'm waking up before 8:00 a.m. most mornings, with mental clarity and energy - in contrast to the 10 - 12 hours of sleep I had needed until my first treatment with Dr. Pierre two weeks ago. And the constant mental fog, the constant pain in my muscles and back, unrelenting for almost two decades, is 90% reduced. I was unable to be up and doing things for more than six hours a day - now I am up and going from 8:00 a.m. to 10 p.m.

3) While under care at this office, I have also noticed the following changes in my quality of life and/or my ability to function and perform:

This treatment is life-giving. I'd kept going for many years now on the strength of spirit since my body had worn out and could carry me no more. I have lesions on my brainstem usually seen primarily in people in their 90's. My body was worn out by the burden of childhood trauma, prematurely aged and just burned out. This has already, quite literally, given me back my life.

Marcia C., minister,age 56

I have been going to various chiropractors for about twenty years, and they had treated my symptoms pretty well. I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis and started walking with a cane. I felt that my activity level and my world were shrinking in ways I experienced as losses. When I saw what remarkable changes were happening to a friend who was in this practice, I became hopeful that it could work for me.

Since I have been coming regularly, I have noticed more energy and greater balance. Today I found myself walking two and a half blocks to my appointment instead of driving, and I felt joyous when I arrived. I was tired when I walked back to work, but was glad that I had made the effort. That seems to encapsulate my story - I'm glad that I am making the effort, and that there are people to support my growth and change along the way. There is hope, and widening vistas await me. Thank you.

Margaret, minister, age 46

Dear Pierre -

I wanted to thank you for introducing me to Advanced Biostructural Correction. (ABC™)
After being diagnosed with relapsing-remitting MS I sought help
from various alternative therapies.  Some were/are very helpful, others just
expensive with little or no improvement.  This specific ABC™ chiropractic
technique has proven to be most beneficial.  I received adjustments 3 times
weekly with immediate results.  The results varied as do the symptoms but I
got relief each time and this included relief of pain, improvement with my
shortness of breath, vertigo and dizziness.  Over time I was able to see
improvements in my posture, my balance and overall well being.  I did this for
6 months but then moved to NC and can't find anyone who practices this
technique.   I notice the negative effects and hope to be able to continue
these
treatments very soon.  I visited home for the holiday and thank you and
Rich for fitting me in on short notice, again the results were immediate and
very beneficial.  Most apparent to me are the long lasting results of time
invested in this treatment.  I wish you and all other MS patients continued
success in overcoming the challenges of this poorly understood disease.  Again
thank you for your help, interest and support.

Best regards,
J. G.

Thank you for letting me know you received my note.  I thought more about this on the drive home to NC and realized I left out some important pieces of information; at least they are to me.  As you know I am a nurse and my world revolves around documentation, teaching and insurance.  Your documentation is excellent!   Thank you for taking that kind of time and interest each week. The thermal scan results, pictures, notes by me, you and the others involved were so beneficial and I don't think the average patient realizes how much until they need it.    Not only did my insurance cover some of my treatments, but as a patient I could follow my progress in pictures and in notes, mine and yours.  This reminded me of the benefits and that I did make the right choice on the days when it was a bit painful or just a bad MS kind of day.  If you also feel this is helpful, please add it.  So many are held back because of insurance issues, misperceptions or misinformation, they need to know.

Best regards,

J. G., RN

I heard Dr. Pierre talk about ABC™ at the Health and Fitness Expo. I understood and agreed with the theory about spine flexibility and signed up for a series of adjustments. Because I have MS, and knew that I have some unique problems, I looked forward to better general and spinal health. The unwinding process is gruesome. As I begin to think I should go to my primary medical Doctor, the staff and Doctors at Spinal Wellness explain what is happening and work with me to get past it. When it's over, I feel so much better! I walk better, have less fatigue and a great deal more energy. I definitely know I'm in better condition than last year at this time.

All my Doctors (and I have quite a few!) know whom I go to and why I choose to go. I share all my progress with them. In fact, the pictures of my posture is proof positive of the changes in my body. Every physician who has a segment of my care has a photocopy of my Wellness pictures in their files! My posture and my gait have ramatically improved and my overall well-being has been kicked up a notch. Chiropractic is definitely a partner in my healthcare!

D. Y.

Testimonial to health benefit of chiropractic procedures by Dr. Pierre Gremaud, D.C.

For several years I had been suffering back pain and stiffness. From a lower back disk and vertebra problem of long standing; aggravated by long journeys behind the wheel of our van/camper.

At age of 91, the loss of my wife, caused a move to Ithaca - to be near my son. The back aches persisting - I searched the "yellow pages" for chiropractic practices. Remembering how much they had helped my mother, years ago. The - Spinal Wellness Center - ad of Dr. Pierre Gremaud attracted me to learn more by stopping by his clinic. Where I learned about a new technique for spinal tension relief developed by a famous D.C. in Connecticut , of whom Dr. Pierre is a leading disciple.

After one or two short sessions with Dr. Pierre I felt the start of a new vitality and the ability to stand straight, walk, with lessening stress and pain. And after many weeks now it seems to be permanent - my relief from a "nagging back"!

Willard A. M., age 91

**We are batting well over 80% in permanently eliminating the cause of chronic migraines. These are amongst our most gratifying cases because, as you know if you suffer from migraines, they place a HEAVY toll on your life enjoyment and your family life.**

My children and I have been seeing Dr. Pierre since last summer and what a difference!
My 13 year old son no longer takes medicine for attention deficit disorder, and is getting A's and B's on his report card. It used to be a battle to just pass and a huge struggle to get homework done. Now that is all in the past. He is happier and is able to concentrate better at home and at school.
My 9 year old daughter used to get motion sick on the bus every day after school. She would have an almost daily headache and have to lie down, take a nap, or take Tylenol.
This too has changed. She is alert, has very few headaches, and is now involved in so many activities I can barely keep up with her.

Wendi Z, Registered Nurse

When I first came to the Spinal Wellness Center four visits ago, I was suffering severe headaches and back pain, making it very different to study/go to class.

Since receiving care at this office, I feel more energetic, I no longer have headaches everyday, and it is much easier to concentrate at school.

Andrea J, age 26

graduate student

At this point, I feel so much stronger and healthier than when I began treatment. When I look back at beginning treatment photos I am amazed at how "messed up" my spine was. I am no longer hunched over and forward. I feel straight and strong. My health has improved as well. I used to suffer from daily headaches and lack of energy. I now have headaches only on some lone occasions. My energy level has increased as well. Now after a day of teaching I have energy to exercise almost daily.

My experience here also changed my eating habits and outlook on life. I am much more aware of ingredients in food and have a much more positive attitude about things. These were things that needed to change. I don't know where I would be without these changes. This experience is worth it, stick with it and you will feel better than you thought possible.

Sheri, age 37

35 years ago, migraine headaches became a part of my life. With each passing decade, they increased in frequency and intensity until I felt physically disabled. Over the years, I used drugs, self-hypnosis, acupuncture, massage, reflexology, meditation, exercise, diet, supplements, vitamins, and a week's stay at a chronic pain clinic to attempt to get my life back. Nothing worked for long.

By the time I heard about The Spinal Wellness Clinic and ABC™ therapy, I was not only having crippling headaches, but was overweight, listless, depressed, unable to sleep well, suffered joint and back pains with neck problems, poor digestion, and an increasing mental negativity that cast a pall over not only my life, but my family's lives as well.

After 2 months of spinal adjustments from Pierre, my migraines have diminished in both intensity and frequency and are still dwindling, my energy level is much higher (particularly days after I use the chi machine!), I sleep more soundly, my digestion is better, and the pains in my knees, hips, back and neck are less than half of what they were. Possibly the best result of this treatment however, is a brightening of my mental perspective that develops as I feel better physically. I'm no longer weighed down by a negative outlook, and the future looks exciting again. My sisters tell me that my appearance has improved, and my husband is astonished that I've gained almost ½" in height. I love that the "hump" on the back of my neck is diminishing too. I feel that I'm truly getting my life back.

I thought when I began this therapy that I'd be ecstatic if my migraines disappeared or were even lessened, and just that result would be more than worth whatever it cost in discomfort, inconvenience, time, effort and money. But I'm experiencing improvement in more areas than I ever imagined could be affected by the adjustments, and I am convinced that a healthy, properly aligned spine is improving the function and efficiency of virtually every system in my body. Even the seasonal affective disorder that made every winter an ordeal, has faded this year. I continue to be astonished at the efficacy of ABC™ therapy and am anxious to see how much better I feel and perform as the adjustments continue.

Nancy T.

January 2009 Featured Practice Member

I have had migraines since I was six years old (currently I'm 32). Since beginning treatment my migraines have completely subsided. For 16 years, since a knee injury as a teenager, I was unable to do deep knee bends and stand back up without pain or assistance. Now I can.

Peace, Lara

On Tuesday, after a morning of throwing up from a migraine, my husband brought me in to Pierre Gremaud's office. I wasn't feeling well enough to get myself in, and actually wanted to cancel (I couldn't hold my head up) but Bobbi Jo convinced me to come in because the doctor could help. The plan was for me to take a cab home because my husband had to get to work. Both Bobbi Jo and Dr. Pierre were gentle, handling me with kid gloves. Dr. Pierre did a series of adjustments. I have had chiropractic for about fifteen years, but never experienced adjustments like this. After the treatment, I walked up the Cascadilla Gorge Trail to Cornell without even taking a rest!! It's Friday, I feel fantastic-energized, healthy, positive. All I can say is WOW!!

S.M. Age, 53

I've never felt better in my life! I used to suffer from chronic headaches, neck pain and lower back pain. After my 5th car accident I came here at my fabulous mother's request. I have lost 15 pounds I can mow my lawn (with a push mower!) Which I haven't been able to do in a long time. I have stopped taking my medications I needed before I started here! I have more energy then ever. I used to nap every day now even when I want to nap I can't I breathe more easily, my vision is better, and my posture is noticeably different! Thanks you Pierre and everyone in the office for my new life! Thanks Mom!!

Asia S.

When I first visited the Spinal Wellness Center, I used to have nightmares, headaches and feet/ back pain. The nightmares and headaches are now gone. I feel much less pain, I walk free of pain and I'm happy to live a better life.

Tamara S, foreign exchange student, age 25

At this point, I feel so much stronger and healthier then when I began treatment. When I look back at beginning treatment photos I am annoyed at how "messed up" my spine was. I am no longer hunched over and forward. I feel straight and strong. My health has improved as well I used to suffer from daily headaches and lack of energy. I now only have headaches on some lone occasions. My energy level has increased as well- how after a day of teaching- I have energy to exercise almost daily.

My experience here also changed my eating habits and outlook on life. I am much more aware of ingredients in food and have a much more positive attitude about things. These were things that needed to change. I don't know where I would be now without these changes. This experience is worth it, stick with it and you will feel better than you thought possible.

Sheri

My name is Jamie R.; I am 20 years old and I was first diagnosed with scoliosis when I was 12. I had a 35 degree S-shaped curvature that curves to the left near my shoulders and to the right near my pelvis. My scoliosis was not immediately obvious because my spine compensates for itself by twisting one way and then back to the other.

Several of my doctors say they would like to have caught my scoliosis at a younger age while I was still growing - I was already 5'7" at age 12 and am about the same height right now. ( Michigan public schools are required to screen for scoliosis in elementary and middle school students, but I have always attended private schools that did not screen.) But, despite the doctors' regrets, I am very glad my scoliosis was not detected until 8 th grade. I never had any back pain or trouble with the condition until after they started treating me. In middle school, I ice skated, took tap, jazz and ballet, and played the piano and saxophone without problems. When I brought up this point in a recent conversation, my orthopedic surgeon retorted that that eventually I would have had much worse back pain than I have now if he had not treated me the way he did.

So, here is what happened; I ended up seeing two orthopedic surgeons throughout 9 th grade who convinced my parents and me that I needed to wear a brace. They said I was "fortunate" that the curvature was not quite 40 degrees because they would have recommended corrective surgery in the form of metal screws in my spine. The thought of surgery made me leap for the brace, which I was supposed to wear for 23 hours a day for two years straight.

I wore the brace to school under my clothes but to be honest, I cheated during field hockey and at home. Wearing the brace gave me some of the worse pain I have ever experienced and I spent a lot of my time lying flat on the floor with my feet propped up on a chair. My skin was always bruised from the force of the brace. It was hot; I had limited mobility. I was miserable allover. In addition to this awful back pain, I started developing other problems in my knees and ankles that made it difficult to walk. My back pain has progressively gotten worse since I stopped wearing the brace about six years ago. However, my orthopedic surgeon still considers my case to be successful because my curvature was corrected from 35 degrees to about 29 degrees.

When I first went to Pierre , I could hardly stand for more than a few minutes without shifting around in pain. In fact, sitting around was often just as uncomfortable. I have spent the last few years sitting, standing, sitting and moving back and forth because no position was comfortable for my back. Walking long distances gave me pain in my back, hips, knees, ankles... I can feel all this changing since going to Pierre . He has shown me that fixing my spine is not as simple as throwing a brace on and forcing it into place. ABC™ is correcting my spinal curvature as well as the muscles in my back that have begun to degenerate from years of misuse. It's a completely different approach to treating scoliosis than what I've been accustomed to.

I really cannot say enough about what Dr. Pierre and Dr. Jim have done for me in our short time together. This is the first time in a very long time that I can sit comfortably, something that should be simple for anyone. I know that I still have at least another year to go before I am "cured" but I feel great with the progress we have made. And, the muscle scans Pierre has done are proof that the ABC™ method is working. It really is a shock for me to look at the scans from April compared to my most recent scans in July. I am so happy I found this practice when I did because it has taken away a lot of my pain and improved the quality of my life.

I hope my story helps you in your decision about how to treat scoliosis. Please don't hesitate to email me if you have any questions.

Sincerely,

Jamie

Cornell pre-med student

This program has helped to totally rid myself of the excruciating pain I was in a year ago. The person I was last year would not believe at all that I could become the pain free person I am this year. Many thanks to Dr. Pierre and Dr. Jim and the ABC™ program of chiropractic therapy.

D.R., age 62

I have to admit that I was a bit skeptical coming to ABC™ care I was delighted that my skepticism was unfounded. Almost immediately the symptoms that I had been dealing with for years lessened or even disappeared.

I am looking forward to feeling even healthier than I already do. I would highly recommend this care to anyone.

Steven H., Professional dancer

I was born with scoliosis. It was never treated and caused many problems in my ability to function. Throughout my entire 53 years, I have never been able to lie flat on my back on a hard surface. The scoliosis caused a great deal of tension in my entire body. To work and stand in semi-comfort, I began to curl my toes for balance causing the development of large, thick callus on both great toes and myofascitis (hard sore bumps under the skin in both arches of my feet). This made walking even more difficult. For the last seven years, I slowly developed osteoarthritis in my right hip. This condition resulted in a total hip replacement. After the surgery, I had to once again learn how to walk. I went to physical therapy for several weeks with some result. I started to become depressed and decided I was just getting old at a younger age (faster than everyone else). I returned to Dr. Pierre's care about twelve weeks ago and a miracle has happened. I am able to stand, walk and sit comfortably. My muscles no longer have to struggle to hold a posture. I also can lie on my back on the floor without discomfort. I walk as though I never had surgery! And, I can actually balance on the operated leg. The callus on both toes are disappearing as is the myofacitis, those painful bumps in my feet. For the first time in my life, I actually walk, stand and sit with ease. I have energy I haven't had in years. I am so thankful to Dr. Pierre and his staff for the work they have done to help heal me!

Carol C., age 53

I used to have nightmares, headaches and feet/back pain when I first visited Network Wellness. My nightmares and headaches are gone; I feel much less pain, I walk free of pain and I'm happy to live the better life.

Tamara S., age 30

Here is a TYPICAL story from one of the many chiropractors who have discovered ABC™ tm in the past few years and have switched over to using it in their practices, often times after years of using other, less effective methods:


Eric Spratt, DC from Temecula , CA writing to you.  Here is a great story I wanted to relay to you:
 
 
43 year old male came in to see me 3 years back while I was doing Network Spinal Analysis.  Works heavy construction and had hurt himself on the job.  The Work Comp doc said that he had herniated some discs in his low back and would need surgery.  I treated him approximately 25 visits and had some fair improvement.  (This guy was serious about getting better because he drove from Victorville , CA to see me.  About 80 miles away!)  He still had a substantial amount of pain and was taking 4-6 Morphine Sulphate tablets/day just to go to work!
 
Last year he came back to see me (still living in Victorville).  He was worse than before and was up to 6-8 morphine tablets/day!  I treated him using CBP [Chiropractic BioPhysics] for about 20 visits and also had some fair improvement by the time he left but still had to take the medication to get thru the day.
 
6 weeks ago, unannounced, this gentleman showed up at my office again.  He was in the worse shape he had ever been.  He was limping, antalgic posture, and had a VAS of 8-9.  He was taking 10 plus Morphine Sulphate tablets/day!  He was very worried that this was it and he would not be able to work and support his family.
 
I told him that I didn't have the time to explain the new technique (ABC™) that I would use on him today but I would the next time he came to my office.  I gave him a basic examination to see if there was anything new and then I ran the ABC™ protocol on him.  I was really busy and had to get to my other patients but he told me he felt much better.  His body really popped up after the protocol!
 
A week later, he came back to my office and told me "I haven't had any pain since you did what you did last week!"  He was absolutely amazed.  I explained my understanding of ABC™ to him and again ran the protocol.  He felt great.
 
One week later he called my office and asked to talk to me.  He explained that he was still symptom free!  Now his biggest problem was his Morphine addiction!  I explained that my recommendation would be a detox/rehab.  He said he would call me and tell me what he was going to do.
 
On May 15, the day after Mother's Day, he called my office to talk to me.  He had gotten out of rehab on Mother's Day and was CLEAN AND PAIN FREE!  He told me that his wife wanted to drive from Victorville to give me a hug and a kiss for helping him.  He also told me that he had called HIS mother on Mother's day to tell her the good news.  The first thing she told him was that he sounded so much different not being on the medication that he had been on for 3 plus years.  He told her "Happy Mother's Day" and she responded "Happy Birthday, I now have my real son back."  This man's whole life has been changed because of ABC™!
 
I wanted to write and tell you this story (just like the other docs doing ABC™, I a have a TON more great stories) and thank you for your time, effort, perseverance, and brilliance.  ABC™ is great!
 
Thanks for reading this long winded email.  See you in June!