Lower Back Pain/Sciatica Testimonial
Date Entered: 7-2-10
Doctor: Dr. Karl R.O.S. Johnson, DC (Shelby Township, MI)
On completion of the 36 week program with Dr. Johnson and his staff I have regained my life back without pain, a new feeling of wellness, and without surgery. Now I would like to share my experience with you.
In April of 2009 I was again experiencing severe pain in the lower back which radiated down the left leg and stopped me from sitting, standing, or walking more than 10 minutes. Also, I was experiencing pain from the left side of my neck all the way down my arm. After going to my medical doctor and having an MRI done of my entire spine, I was diagnosed with 3 ruptured disks in the lower back and a cervical stenosis in the vertebrae of my neck. Following the advice from the doctor I sought out an Orthopedic doctor, who after looking at the MRI suggested cortisone shots for the back. Knowing several people who went through these painful shots and then opted for surgery when they failed or were tired of the temporary fix these shots gave. For the cervical stenosis the Orthopedic doctor advised surgery. This would involve going through the front of the neck, separating the vertebrae, and putting a plate in for support. Leaving the Orthopedic office I did some research on the internet where I found Dr. Karl Johnson who offered a free consultation and examination. He tested neurologically and metabolically besides looking at the entire spine and felt he could help me with all of the problems I was experiencing.
He presented his protocol to both my husband and I explaining how his treatments would benefit me. He treats from the center of the core (spine & nerve) and guiding with nutrition along the way. We seriously contemplated how he could help me without the risks of surgery and painlessly with lasting results if I committed to follow through with his recommended therapies at home for continued wellness. This would be even after completing the 36 visits at his office and wellness center.
After a couple of weeks believe me I was skeptical of how these simple and painless therapies were going to relieve the pain and help me physically, neurologically, and metabolically. I felt this was a challenge for Dr. Johnson and myself to return me to better health without medicine, surgery, and their risks. One of the important therapies was to treat with oxygen at the same time you were given each additional therapy. This promoted healing to the areas of the back and neck and more positive alertness for the day. The decompression therapy was used on both my neck and lower back along with Dr. Johnson's manual adjustments and the use of the cox table.
After a month and a half on the decompression table and adjustments I began feeling a lot better and definitely more energy with less pain. The neurologic therapies have worked to stabilize the right side of the brain. I no longer feel mentally challenged and because of Dr. Johnson's determination and his sought after light treatment to stimulate the brain, I am able to continue therapy at home. In Dr. Johnson's testing he found my adrenals weren't working up to par and by treating this has restored energy to my system that I had lost. The blood work taken revealed I have hypothyroidism (low thyroid function). This meant gluten and wheat products had to be restricted from my diet. I really didn't like this one! Life without good bread, pasta, and baked goods from wheat flour were hard to give up but now I have found gluten and wheat free products that have helped me stay on track plus a gluten free cook book given to me at Christmas. Staying gluten free has removed the run down tired feeling I was feeling daily and helping me to live each day more fully.
Dr. Johnson's therapy on the upper body workout, the elliptical, the WAVE, ATM, and additional therapies all contributed to restoring the health I had lost before I started the protocol Dr. Johnson had written for my needs and personally guided by Dr. Johnson in a very caring, understanding, and pleasant manner.
At this time I must thankfully acknowledge the dedication and caring attitude given by Patti and Pam who always did their job and did it well, for the very pleasant greetings from Sherly and Paige when I entered the office, for Jan who always gave a welcoming hello and a pleasant few words, and last, but not least, Dr. Johnson's wife Sandy who is always there supporting her husband and keeping the office running as smooth as can be and who shares in the care of all the patients who visit the office. Now we have the importance of Dr. Johnson who is very committed to his patients and to restoring health and well being we all seek when we enter his door. His never ending knowledge in his field goes along with his understanding, caring, and commitment he gives to each individual patient. His entire workforce in his practice works as a team supporting each other in a friendly and caring manner. This all contributed to my journey to wellness and now my commitment to continue to follow the knowledge and therapies Dr. Johnson has given me to stay well is my life long challenge.
Carolyn Deneweth
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