Joy H. writes...
I have suffered from neck, lower back and sciatic nerve pain for almost 30 years. I had very little mobility, lots of fatigue and I always felt very tight and wound up—like a spring that was going to spring! The symptoms started after a serious auto accident about 30 years ago, and I’ve been rear-ended twice since then. I’ve been adjusted by other chiropractors but only felt good for awhile. My family doctor prescribed Motrin to relieve the discomfort, but with only one kidney that is not an option—besides it only masks the pain, it doesn’t cure the problem. Between my out of pocket and insurance over the years, I am sure I’ve spent at least $20,000.
With the NUCCA procedure that Dr. Salminen does, I saw and felt results right away. I have less discomfort and more mobility in everything that I do. I don’t feel so tight and wound up—it’s easier for me to deal with everyday occurrences since I don’t feel on edge as much. Unexpectedly, I am sleeping better!
I really appreciate the time Dr. Salminen takes every step of the way for explanations. I would recommend him to anyone who asked. NUCCA has helped me and my husband a lot; we have experienced much improvement! I’ve never felt like just a number at the Alpha Spine Center, but like a real person.
Research
Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Clinical Follow-up: Study of 27 Patients Receiving Chiropractic Care for Cervical and Lumbar Disc Herniations J Manipulative Physiol Ther 1996 (Nov); 19 (9): 597—606 Clinically, 80% of the patients studied had a good clinical outcome with postcare visual analog scores under 2 and resolution of abnormal clinical examination findings. Anatomically, after repeat MRI scans, 63% of the patients studied revealed a reduced size or completely resorbed disc herniation. There was a statistically significant association (p < .005) between the clinical and MRI follow-up results. Seventy-eight percent of the patients were able to return to work in their predisability occupations.
Improvement of Lower Extremity Electrodiagnostic Findings Following a Trial of Spinal Manipulation and Motion-based Therapy?Chiropractic & Osteopathy 2006 (Sep 12); 14: 20 ~ FULL TEXT An elderly male patient presented to a private spine clinic with right-sided foot drop. He had been prescribed an ankle-foot orthosis for this condition. All sensory, motor, and reflex findings in the right leg and foot were absent. This was validated on prior electromyography and nerve conduction velocity testing, performed by a board certified neurologist. Patient was treated using spinal manipulation twice-weekly and wobble chair exercises three times daily for 90 days total. Following this treatment, the patient was referred for follow-up electrodiagnostic studies. Significant improvements were made in these studies as well as self-rated daily function.
I have suffered from neck, lower back and sciatic nerve pain for almost 30 years. I had very little mobility, lots of fatigue and I always felt very tight and wound up—like a spring that was going to spring! The symptoms started after a serious auto accident about 30 years ago, and I’ve been rear-ended twice since then. I’ve been adjusted by other chiropractors but only felt good for awhile. My family doctor prescribed Motrin to relieve the discomfort, but with only one kidney that is not an option—besides it only masks the pain, it doesn’t cure the problem. Between my out of pocket and insurance over the years, I am sure I’ve spent at least $20,000.
With the NUCCA procedure that Dr. Salminen does, I saw and felt results right away. I have less discomfort and more mobility in everything that I do. I don’t feel so tight and wound up—it’s easier for me to deal with everyday occurrences since I don’t feel on edge as much. Unexpectedly, I am sleeping better!
I really appreciate the time Dr. Salminen takes every step of the way for explanations. I would recommend him to anyone who asked. NUCCA has helped me and my husband a lot; we have experienced much improvement! I’ve never felt like just a number at the Alpha Spine Center, but like a real person.
Research
Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Clinical Follow-up: Study of 27 Patients Receiving Chiropractic Care for Cervical and Lumbar Disc Herniations J Manipulative Physiol Ther 1996 (Nov); 19 (9): 597—606 Clinically, 80% of the patients studied had a good clinical outcome with postcare visual analog scores under 2 and resolution of abnormal clinical examination findings. Anatomically, after repeat MRI scans, 63% of the patients studied revealed a reduced size or completely resorbed disc herniation. There was a statistically significant association (p < .005) between the clinical and MRI follow-up results. Seventy-eight percent of the patients were able to return to work in their predisability occupations.
Improvement of Lower Extremity Electrodiagnostic Findings Following a Trial of Spinal Manipulation and Motion-based Therapy?Chiropractic & Osteopathy 2006 (Sep 12); 14: 20 ~ FULL TEXT An elderly male patient presented to a private spine clinic with right-sided foot drop. He had been prescribed an ankle-foot orthosis for this condition. All sensory, motor, and reflex findings in the right leg and foot were absent. This was validated on prior electromyography and nerve conduction velocity testing, performed by a board certified neurologist. Patient was treated using spinal manipulation twice-weekly and wobble chair exercises three times daily for 90 days total. Following this treatment, the patient was referred for follow-up electrodiagnostic studies. Significant improvements were made in these studies as well as self-rated daily function.
Winn B. writes...
I came to Dr. Salminen with lower back pain and sciatic nerve inflammation. When I came in, I was to the point of hardly being able to walk. I had been having these problem for twenty years. I had been to a dozen different chiropractors with no relief and to five medical doctors who told me the only way to fix my problem was surgery. I spent $15,000-$20,000 trying to relieve my pain. One year the pain got so bad, I was out of work and not able to walk at all for two weeks!
Since coming to Alpha Spine Center I am much more flexible. I can sleep better at night and I think better. I have almost NO BACK PAIN!
Dr. Salminen’s integrity was evident from day one. The staff is the best I have seen. I feel like everyone in the office truly cares about my health. I would highly recommend Dr. Salminen to anyone. He has already helped my Dad who was almost as bad off as me. I am forever grateful to Dr. Salminen for what he has done for me.
I came to Dr. Salminen with lower back pain and sciatic nerve inflammation. When I came in, I was to the point of hardly being able to walk. I had been having these problem for twenty years. I had been to a dozen different chiropractors with no relief and to five medical doctors who told me the only way to fix my problem was surgery. I spent $15,000-$20,000 trying to relieve my pain. One year the pain got so bad, I was out of work and not able to walk at all for two weeks!
Since coming to Alpha Spine Center I am much more flexible. I can sleep better at night and I think better. I have almost NO BACK PAIN!
Dr. Salminen’s integrity was evident from day one. The staff is the best I have seen. I feel like everyone in the office truly cares about my health. I would highly recommend Dr. Salminen to anyone. He has already helped my Dad who was almost as bad off as me. I am forever grateful to Dr. Salminen for what he has done for me.
Charyle G. writes...
I suffer from an L5/S1 herniated disc. I had an ‘onset’ of severe pain which kept me bedridden for one whole month. I had severe sciatica nerve impingement with numbness and pain shooting down my entire right leg. It was excruciatingly painful and debilitating. I was headed to surgery when Dr. Salminen recommended that I try Upper Cervical care.
I rescheduled the surgery (6 weeks out—incase I still needed it) and began a series of alternative treatments which included treatments from Dr. Salminen. Over the next few weeks my physical pain began to diminish and my activity level increased. As Dr. Salminen treated me, he also educated me. I became more aware of when I was properly adjusted or needed to be adjusted.
When I went to see my neurosurgeon 6 weeks later, I though I would still need surgery, as I still felt slight nerve pain. However, the neurosurgeon reported…”It appears that your more conservative treatments have made progress.” Additionally, he recommended that I not have surgery, but continue the path I was on.
In addition to not having surgery, the biggest changes I attribute to Upper Cervical care are: 1) My activity level has increased, 2) Nerve pain in my right leg has decreased, 3) I am aware of my body alignment, and 4) I feel an overall wellness when I am properly aligned.
In January of 2000, my MRI films showed my L5/S1 herniation to be severe. I had a follow up MRI in June of 2000, which shows the severity of the herniation to have diminished drastically.
I am very thankful for the Upper Cervical treatments, which have contributed to my healing. Thank you Dr. Salminen!!
I suffer from an L5/S1 herniated disc. I had an ‘onset’ of severe pain which kept me bedridden for one whole month. I had severe sciatica nerve impingement with numbness and pain shooting down my entire right leg. It was excruciatingly painful and debilitating. I was headed to surgery when Dr. Salminen recommended that I try Upper Cervical care.
I rescheduled the surgery (6 weeks out—incase I still needed it) and began a series of alternative treatments which included treatments from Dr. Salminen. Over the next few weeks my physical pain began to diminish and my activity level increased. As Dr. Salminen treated me, he also educated me. I became more aware of when I was properly adjusted or needed to be adjusted.
When I went to see my neurosurgeon 6 weeks later, I though I would still need surgery, as I still felt slight nerve pain. However, the neurosurgeon reported…”It appears that your more conservative treatments have made progress.” Additionally, he recommended that I not have surgery, but continue the path I was on.
In addition to not having surgery, the biggest changes I attribute to Upper Cervical care are: 1) My activity level has increased, 2) Nerve pain in my right leg has decreased, 3) I am aware of my body alignment, and 4) I feel an overall wellness when I am properly aligned.
In January of 2000, my MRI films showed my L5/S1 herniation to be severe. I had a follow up MRI in June of 2000, which shows the severity of the herniation to have diminished drastically.
I am very thankful for the Upper Cervical treatments, which have contributed to my healing. Thank you Dr. Salminen!!
John C. writes...
For the last four years, I have suffered from severe sciatic nerve pain that radiated into my right leg and foot. This condition was causing numbness in my legs make it very difficult to walk. My family practitioner prescribed pain medications and muscle relaxers which only covered up the pain. I was also treated by a traditional chiropractor who provided little relief—usually more pain. All this at a cost of about $4,000.
Dr. Salminen was able to find the true problem that was causing my pain. After being treated only a few times with the NUCCA technique, I received great relief. Now I can do just about everything, including exercising and playing with my kids without pain. Unexpectedly, I am getting proper sleep and just feeling better.
Dr. Salminen is a very caring doctor and explains everything thoroughly. He is a must see— I have told many people about my situation and how the NUCCA treatment has helped me. I would recommend anyone to see him before they see a surgeon.
For the last four years, I have suffered from severe sciatic nerve pain that radiated into my right leg and foot. This condition was causing numbness in my legs make it very difficult to walk. My family practitioner prescribed pain medications and muscle relaxers which only covered up the pain. I was also treated by a traditional chiropractor who provided little relief—usually more pain. All this at a cost of about $4,000.
Dr. Salminen was able to find the true problem that was causing my pain. After being treated only a few times with the NUCCA technique, I received great relief. Now I can do just about everything, including exercising and playing with my kids without pain. Unexpectedly, I am getting proper sleep and just feeling better.
Dr. Salminen is a very caring doctor and explains everything thoroughly. He is a must see— I have told many people about my situation and how the NUCCA treatment has helped me. I would recommend anyone to see him before they see a surgeon.
