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Patient Testimonials
August 22, 2008
I never really understood chiropractic care before my car accident. Coming
into Dr. McDowell’s office was a true blessing. His
office staff knows who you are and treat you wonderfully. Dr.
McDowell takes his time with you during your visit. I
never feel rushed or like I don’t matter. He treats
all of me, mind, body and spirit. I always leave feeling
more relaxed, optimistic and encouraged. My body has
started working again, and my aches and pains are more manageable. I
will always be grateful to Dr. McDowell, Bev, and Andrea! If you’ve
never tried chiropractic care or have had a bad experience,
give Dr. McDowell a chance. You won’t be disappointed.
Katie Travigli
I appreciate all Dr. Gary's wonderful care and “overtime”. I
was very impressed with his level of care/treatment. I
would like to also express my gratitude on the x-rays
he did so thoroughly.
Betty Sullivan
“Our calling is therefore the way of being that as both best
for us and best for the world. The place
God calls you to is the place where your deep gladness and
the world’s deep hunger meet.” You truly
have heard and are living out God’s call in your life.
Cynthia
Moe
My first chiropractic experience was with Dr.
Gary McDowell, a seasoned expert in his field who continuously
informed, predicted milestones, encouraged and supported me
through this journey towards physical recovery. I sought chiropractic
care following a serious car accident that left me with neck
and shoulder injuries such as: whiplash, tissue, muscle,
ligament and nerve damage as well as a compromised vertebra. The
pain I was in was the worst I had every experienced and my
daily life had changed. I was haunted with the thought
that I would be experiencing chronic pain for the rest of
my life and did not know how I would manage it.
I had my doubts about the effectiveness of chiropractic care
to restore my health, but through the consistent improvement
over time and Dr. McDowell’s resolute
belief that progress was being made my doubts were alleviated. I came to
count on all of the staff to support me through this long nine month journey
of healing. I never left the office without some on the staff encouraging
me, showing concern or commenting on the change they observed in me as my injuries
were healing. Every question I had was addressed thoroughly, respectfully
and with lots and lots of patience even if I asked the same question over and
over again. The entire staff proved to me that they were as invested in
my recovery as I was and sometimes even more than I could even muster for myself
at the time. They were my most significant support team and I borrowed
strength from them many a time.
As I began to experience chiropractic care I realized some
key differences from the more traditional approach to medical
care. One of the most important one for me was Dr.
McDowell actually took the time each and every visit to
listen to the symptoms I had experienced and developed
a plan of care to address those current symptoms. I
took confidence in the care I was receiving due in a large
part to how he tailored the adjustments to the particular
need of each visit.
Another major difference was the
natural healing aspect to the treatment’s approach.
Although there was a short period of time in which I took
pain medication, the large majority of the treatment was
absent of prescription medication. Instead, the healing
process relied heavily on the body responding to the adjustments
which allowed the healing to take place at a natural pace. There
were no side effects I had to watch out for. I was
free to marvel at the body’s way of healing itself
when it is allowed to do so.
Another key difference was
how attuned Dr. McDowell proved to be time and time again
as he strategically decreased the frequency of visits. As
the frequency of treatments decreased, my anxiety increased
because I was never emotionally ready for such a change and
was sure I would regress. However, his timing was precise
and just like he said, I continued to progress towards healing
and didn't’t need those extra visits. As a bonus,
Dr. McDowell graciously addressed other areas of physical
pain in my life even though it did not relate to my original
reason for seeking treatment. During the course of
treatment, he also addressed foot pain, menstrual pain, and
sleep issues. The homeopathic remedies recommended
have resulted in a significant reduction of symptoms.
It is now ten months later and I have been released from
the weekly visits. I now go every three to four weeks
for maintenance. The contrast between now and then
is dramatic. The pain is now only fleeting, my range
of motion in my neck has been fully restored, strength continues
to return, and my life is getting back on track. I
no longer worry about chronic pains in my life.
This experience with chiropractic care has been the best
medical treatment I have every received. I feel grateful
beyond words for the healing that took place. I would
highly recommend seeking chiropractic care to anyone who
is suffering from pain or an injury. Dr. McDowell and
his staff create a welcoming environment in the office that
will have you wanting to return time and time again.
Amy Jo
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"I have been a patient of Dr.Gary McDowell
since June 2003. I had been referred by a neighbor who had
a positive result from Dr. McDowell, and I needed immediate
relief from severe back pain. Since then, both my wife Jeannie
and son Christian have joined me as regular and happy patients.
Not only does Dr. McDowell provide relief, but he is very thorough with his diagnosis, formulates a plan for remedial and long range chiropractic health, and what I really appreciate about Gary is that he is a teacher as well as he takes the time to explain what the problem is, how I got there, what can be done and terrific, caring follow up."
Marty Rice
La Mesa, CA
November 27, 2006
"The chiropractic
care I have received from Dr. Gary McDowell has been able
to give me relief from my mid-back pain in a more natural
way and instead of taking 3-4 Advil when the ache is bugging
me."
Terresa Park
October 27, 2006
"I have been skeptical about chiropractic care for years. I had been adjusted and ended up on my back for days. But after encouragement from my trainer, Jake at Glaze Fitness, I came to see Dr. Gary McDowell. Dr. Gary has helped immensely. He discovered that I have a severe whiplash that I was unaware of which contributed to my neck, head, shoulder, back, and hip pain! It was a relief to find out what was wrong; but what is even better is through routine adjustments, he has all but eliminated my pain. I not only feel better, I am now more aware of my body and posture and recognize what aggravates my “issues” and how to correct them through posture, exercises, adjustments in my workout, and continued adjustments. Dr. Gary has changed my perception of chiropractic care and now recommend him to everyone I know! I’m a believer! I will continue to beat myself up and rely on Dr. Gary to fix me."
Alexis Martin
October 4, 2006
"Since I’ve been getting treatment, I’ve been able to stand without pain, and I’m able to walk a lot longer distance without pain. It’s getting better as more treatment goes on."
Ramon Alvarez
September 22, 2006
"Since beginning natural treatment, my neck and back pain have become much more tolerable; and I am comforted that my healing process will continue without depending on medications, so that rather than disguise the problem, we are working to eliminate and control it."
Maxine Shearer
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What Celebrities are Saying About Chiropractic
Arnold Schwarzenegger
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"I am very fortunate to have, so-to-speak, my in-house chiropractor, Dr. Franco Colombu, as my own personal chiropractor. So, I visit Franco regularly, and he comes over to my house. He adjusts my wife, my kids, me, everybody gets an adjustment. And we feel always great when Franco leaves. Even when I have athletic injuries he's always there for me, and helps me. So it's really terrific, and I know that first hand. That's why I always will be traveling around, all over the world, talking highly about the profession of chiropractic. You chiropractic doctors are really miracle workers, and that's why it's really great to have you here, part of the Arnold Classic. Because, like I said, the Arnold Classic and Fitness Weekend are about health and about fitness and preventive care." |
Dan O'Brien
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"If it were not for chiropractic, I would not have won the gold medal." |
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Appearing in films like The Patriot and Braveheart has taken its toll on Mel Gibson. "You get hurt all the time. All you gotta do is just like eight takes of running down a hill and you twist an ankle," the action pic veteran tells TV Guide Online. "I got a chiropractor to come along to the [Patriot] shoot, because they can actually stick you back together within 15 minutes. He used to come every other week, from Los Angeles to South Carolina — spend a week and work on the entire crew. All the stunt guys were like, 'Oh, fix my disc.' He's putting their discs back in. The guy's amazing." |
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Jeff Spencer, D.C. has been working
with Lance Armstrong since January of 1999, helping
him to keep his body together for the harsh demands
of the Tour de France. After last year's Tour
de France, Lance said that he could not have won without
Jeff's help. With Lance approaching his second victory, the same thing might well be true.
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Joe Montana
"Chiropractic care works for
me."
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One of the most recognizable celebrity/athletes, holder of four Superbowl rings, three Superbowl MVP's and Player of the Year in 1990 has just agreed to become the spoke person for chiropractic in the State of California. |
Tiger Woods
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"Being a chiropractor patient has really helped me immensely."
"...lifting weights and seeing a chiropractor on a regular basis has made me a better golfer. I've been going to chiropractors for as long as I can remember. It's as important to my training as practicing my swing.”
Tiger Woods and Jim Furyk need treatment, but still combine to win in Friday four-balls |
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Chiropractor Tom LaFountain, left, holds an ice pack on Tiger Woods' back as they walk down the 11th fairway during the better-ball matches at the Presidents Cup Friday, Sept. 23, 2005, at the Robert Trent Jones Golf Club in Gainesville, Va. (AP Photo/Amy Sancetta) |
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Emmitt Smith and Cheryl Burke - Winners of the 2006 Dancing With The Stars
The Oct. 10 episode highlighted Smith’s relationship with his doctor of chiropractic, Robert Parker, DC. The video footage showed Smith receiving a few “minor repairs” before this week’s Samba competition. After receiving treatment from Dr. Parker, Smith went on to deliver “the best samba of the night,” according to head judge Len Goodman.
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Napoleon Hill, author of Think and Grow Rich said he secret for good health was 'eat sparingly, work enthusiastically in a labor of love, love generously, and get Chiropractic adjustments once a week!' You can view the entire testimonial from here. |
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Other Famous Celebrities and Athletes Under Chiropractic Care
These famous people all have the ability to choose any health care in the world, but they have unanimously chosen chiropractic for it's health and life enhancing capabilities!
Make the intelligent choice! Join these celebrities and 30 million other Americans who utilize chiropractic for every aspect of their lives, simply because chiropractic enhances the health and performance of every human being, from grandchildren to grandparents!
Entertainers
- Richard Pryor
- Bob Hope - "Chiropractic is a wonderful means of natural healing!"
- Dixie Carter - "I have a wonderful chiropractor. I believe a healthy spine is a healthy body."
- Andy Griffith - "Chiropractic has advanced tremendously over the past few decades.
It has grown by leaps and bounds to become a specialized and accepted science."
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- David Cassidy - The Partridge Family TV Series
- Lou Waters, CNN Today - "I like to go to the chiropractor at least once a week and have for the past 20-25 years. I feel better when I go; I have more energy."
- Mel Gibson
- Dennis Weaver
- Adam Arkin, Chicago Hope
- David Duchovney
- Sylvester Stallone
- Robin Williams
- David Copperfield
- Denzel Washington
- Whitney Houston
- Penny Marshall
- Kim Bassinger
- Alec Baldwin
- Richard Gere
- Whoopie Goldberg
- Ted Danson
- Macaulay Culkin
- Demi Moore
- Johnathan Lipnicki
- Tea Leoni
- Steven Segal
- Dianne Carroll
- Richard Kuss
- Johnetta Cole
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- Jim & Jan Brolin
- Cher
- Jerry Seinfeld
- Doris Day
- Burt Reynolds
- Robin Wright
- Meredith Baxter
- Phyllis Diller
- James Earl Jones
- Alan Thicke
- Christie Brinkley
- Patrick Stewart
- Clint Eastwood
- Linda Hamilton
- Jane Seymour
- Dolf Lundgren
- Michael Shurtleff
- Heidi Kling
- Josephine Pemice-Fales
- Members of Cosby Family
- David Spade
- Shirley MacLaine
- Liza Minnelli
- Marcello Angelini
- Daniella Buson
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Authors
- John Robbins, Author of Pulitzer prize-nominated international best seller, "Diet For A New America" - "Chiropractic works in harmony with the basic healing forces of the body, whereas the allopathic, western medical establishment doesn't have nearly as holistic a vision."
- Dr. Norman Vincent Peale - Author/Philosopher
- Candace Pert, Ph.D - Author of Molecules Of Emotion: The Science Behind Mind-Body Medicine and other great books.
- Anthony Robbins - Author/Motivational Speaker
 Mark Victor Hansen - Author/Motivational Speaker
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Fitness Experts
Dr. Joyce Verdel - "Chiropractic helps athletes and people working out, engaging in a sport or even just performing daily functions such as walking and sitting, to operate at their peak levels of performance without pain. I highly recommend that you pay a visit to your local chiropractor."
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Ms. Fitness USA, Sarah Harding, Speaks Out About Chiropractic
"Basically, I've always believed in chiropractic care. My parents introduced my brothers and myself to chiropractic care when we were very young and it's been an instrumental part of my life. I believe that it allowed me to do gymnastics when I was very little and allowed me to stay in sports and lead a very active lifestyle. I think it's natural to have aches and pains when you bend your body in directions it wasn't necessarily meant to [be bent in], so it makes sense to go to a chiropractor to get my body back in alignment. Ever since I can remember, I've gone to a chiropractor. www.sarahhardingfitness.com |
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Musicians
- Van Halen
- Air Supply's Graham Russell
 Madonna
- Fred Schneider and Kate Pierson - B2's
- Rosanne Cash
- Alabama
- Connie Smith
- Travis Tritt
- Kenny Loggins
- Victoria Williams
- Members of Greatful Dead
- Members of Extreme
- Members of Bon Jovi
- Members of Dwight Yoakam's Band
- The Eagles
- Peter Frampton
- Roberta Flack
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Athletes
- A research study conducted by Drs. Anthony Lauro and Brian Mouch, published in the journal of Chiropractic research and Clinical Investigation, 1991, indicated chiropractic care might improve athletic performance by as much as 16.7% over a two week period. The report also concluded that subluxation-free athletes react faster, coordinate better, execute fine movements with improved accuracy and precision, amounting to an overall better athlete.
- Top professionals in every sport are under chiropractic care to increase health and performance. The following are just a few sports stars under chiropractic care.
- Mindy Mylrea, World Champion - "We put a great deal of stress on our bodies, so chiropractic is very helpful."
- Bernard Horn, Men's Champion - "My chiropractor is really phenomenal. I've gotten stronger and greatly increased my flexibility."
- Larry & Todd Wise, World Champions
- Jose Canseco - "I've found that it's a great stress reliever to get adjusted. It takes away a lot of the tightness in the muscles"
- Wade Boggs - "Last year I found Dr. Newman (chiropractor), and I have been seeing him ever since. I have been pain-free and feeling terrific. I swear by it. Now, it is just maintenance and keeping in line so the nerves don't touch."
- Greg Mathews - Credits chiropractic with helping him get off the disabled list and overcome a career-threatening slump!
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- Ryan Sandberg - His wife Cindy explained, "He's had some awesome games after getting an adjustment. He was frequently adjusted before games."
- Mark McGwire
- John Smolz
- Chris Sabo
- Robby Thompson
- Kirt Manwarning
- Mark Portugal
- Brett Butler
- Wes Parker
- Don Sutton
- Roberto Clemente
- Rick Monday
- Jeff Reardon
- Dan Schayes - "I use chiropractic as my main source of healthcare."
- Gerald Wilkins - "I didn't know how much I could improve until I started seeing a chiropractor. Since I've been in chiropractic, I've improved by leaps and bounds, both mentally and physically."
- Michael Jordan
- Charles Barkley
- Robert Parish
- Jack Sikma
- Scottie Pippin
- John Stockton
- Kenny Sousa
- Joel Thompson
- Brent Steiner
- Fred Klaven
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- Arnold Schwarzenegger - "Bodybuilders and fitness people have been using chiropractic very extensively in order to stay healthy and fit. I found it was better to go to a chiropractor before you get injured. We are a perfect team- the world of fitness and the world of chiropractors."
- Lee Haney, Mr. Olympia (1984-91)
- Clifta Coulter, Miss USA
- John Defrendis, Mr. USA
- Grace Lewis, World Champion Power Lifter, Record Holder
- Kevin Levrone, National Champion
- Rick Valente, ESPN's "Body Shaping"
- Evander Holyfield - "I have to have an adjustment before I go into the ring. I do believe in chiropractic. I found that going to a chiropractor three times a week helps my performance. The majority of boxers go to get that edge."
- Rocky Marciano, Heavyweight Champion 1956
- Jack Dempsy
- Tony Lopez
- Michael Carbojol
- Muhammad Ali
- Joe Montana - "I've been seeing a chiropractor and he's really been helping me out a lot. Chiropractic's been a big part of my game."
- Joe Montana and 35 of his teammates received chiropractic care right before the 1990 Super Bowl Game.
- Irving Fryar - I definitely believe that chiropractic care has attributed to my fitness. I don't think I could maintain my level of play without chiropractic. When I go to Dr. Napoli for an adjustment I immediately feel better."
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- Emmit Smith - "I go see Dr. Bill (chiropractor) when I get bent out of shape on Sundays. Playing in a football game is like being in 30-40 car accidents."
- Crawford Kerr - "Dr. Bill (chiropractor) kept me on the field many times."
- Atlanta Falcons Team
- San Francisco 49ers Team
- Detroit Lions Team
- Denver Broncos Team
- Dallas Cowboys Team
- Ed "Too Tall" Jones
- Charles Haley
- Roger Craig
- Bob Hayes
- Sean Landeta
- Paul Fraze
- Ricky Bell
- Dammone Johnson
- Alex Karras
- Mark May
- Gary Clark
- Terry Kirby
- Keith Jackson
- Mike Ingram
- Mike Timson
- Bill Fralic
- Warren Moon
- Dan Marino
- Terance Mathis
- Gary Downs
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- Byron Hanspard
- Ruffin Hamilton
- Craig Saur
- Lester Archambeau
- Ronnie Bradford
- Tim Dwight
- Bob Christian
- Joe Profit
- Lenny McGill
- Keith Crawford
- Coey Louchiey
- Fred Funk, PGA Tour Professional - "I do believe chiropractic has really benefited my game. Over the last three years, I feel I have become more exposed to, and knowledgeable about, the benefits of chiropractic for me and my game. I realize how your body can get out of balance, and chiropractic care helps....."
- Barbara Bunkowsky, LPGA Tour Professional - "I have found that chiropractic keeps me flexible and pain-free so that I can perform at my highest level. The benefits of chiropractic have improved my golf swing, putting less stress and strain on my body and allowing me to be a more productive golfer. I believe it also helps prevent other associated injuries that are very common on the LPGA tour."
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 Tiger Woods - Patti Rizzo
- Sandra Palmer
- Lynn Connelly
- Beth Daniel
- Jan Stephenson
- Donna White
- Kim Baur
- Patty Sheehan
- Lynn Adams
- Sally Little
- Amy Alcott
- Mary Lou Retton
- Olga Korbut
- Detroit Redwings Team
- Wayne Gretzky
- Brett Hull
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- George Angat Jr., US Lightweight Champion - "The split second that can be added to my speed by my chiropractor could be crucial."
- Manager-Denis Doucette - "Chiropractic care gives him that little advantage, that little extra strength and quickness and allows him his best opportunity to regain his title."
- Dan O'Brien, Decathlon - "You obviously can't compete at your fullest if you're not in alignment. And your body can't heal if your back is not in alignment. It was the holistic idea that I liked about chiropractic and tat is what track and field is about. Every track and field athlete that that I have ever met has seen a chiropractor at one time or another. In track and field, it is absolutely essential. Chiropractic care is one of the things I think that no one has denied or refuted."
- Joe Greene, Long Jump - "I know chiropractic helped me. It helped my performance and I feel better."
 Donovan Baily, 100 Meter
- Alberto Juantorena, 400 & 800 Meter
- Bruce Jenner, Decathlon
- Mac Wilkins, Discus
- Dwight Stones, Hi-jump
- Edwin Moses, Hurdles
- Maria Maricich, Skiing
- Suzy Chaffee, Skiing
- Mary Decker, Track
- Willie Banks, Triple Jump
- Joseph Arvay, Wrestler
- Nancy Ditz, Marathon
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