When I came to Advanced Chiropractic Wellness Center I wasn't able to sleep more than 2-4 hours without waking up and then I was unable to go back to sleep, my hormones and emotions were all out of whack, my menstrual cycle was 6-8 days long, abnormally heavy and every 2 weeks, my blood pressure was sometimes over 140/100, and I just didn't feel well. Now my life and health are so much better, I sleep the entire night 7-8 hours uninterrupted.  My menstrual cycle is completely normal now and my blood pressure today was the lowest I had seen it in years, 118/76.  And as a bonus I have lost 9% body fat and 12 pounds.  My friends are actually calling me "SKINNY" now and I feel like I can conquer the world. 

It’s amazing all of this in two and a half months. - F. Brooks 

For years I have lived with back, hip, and leg pain, reflux, stomach issues, headaches, insomnia, and poor posture. Through focused adjustments, therapeutic exercise, wellness workshops on improving health and way of life, nutritional counseling, and detoxification I have a new lease on life! The wellness program has basically eliminated my reflux, headaches, insomnia and stomach issues. My posture has improved as well as my range of motion and my back pain is completely eliminated. Depression from living with the pain is also gone.

This road has not been a quick fix, but a lifestyle change!  - Debbie Collins  

Andrea Masdon has been coming to our office for a few months now and her story is amazing. She originally came to our office to get help with daily headaches that were severe and also causing dizziness. In order to get a little relief, she was taking over the counter pain medication. She knew that something had to change, because the medication was only masking a symptom, it was not curing her. She decided to take a chance on Chiropractic. After her first few adjustments, her headaches eased off and she began sleeping better. Andrea has really been a huge participant in helping herself. She came to the “War on Weight Loss” workshop in June. Dr. Josh gave a brief overview on how to manage a healthy weight. She met with Dr. Sharon for nutrition counseling and put into practice what she learned and has dropped 10lbs. Another benefit from her adjustments and eating healthier is that her menstrual cramps are much milder now. Andrea stated that her cramps were so bad previously she compared them to labor contractions. While driving, she would pull over on the side of road and wait for a cramp to pass. She never thought about Chiropractic helping with these horrible cramps. Once again we see the potential to be well when nerve interference is reduced by the chiropractic adjustment!!

I came to see Dr. Josh at Advanced Chiropractic at the recommendation of a friend. I had been suffering from frequent migraines for several years and had recently begun to have lower back pain as well. After beginning treatment, I haven’t suffered a single migraine, and the lower back pain has subsided as well. But there is so much more than just relief from the symptoms to be found at Advanced Chiropractic. Dr. Shields educates his patients on the wellness of their entire being. I have felt continually more energetic and more positive since coming under his care. The “Wellness” approach to life that Dr. Shields has developed is something I would recommend everyone to begin. The change in the quality of my life has been phenomenal. - Elizabeth Raborn

My son, David, 11 years old, was diagnosed with asthma when he was 5. His doctor prescribed Singulair, which is a steroid. He has taken it every day since he was 5. The side effects of the Singulair were decreased energy and weight gain. After seeing Dr. Josh for 3 weeks, David has quit taking the Singulair altogether. I have noticed much more energy in him. He spends much more time playing with his brother and sister. We look forward to many more visits with Dr. Josh. - Kristen Goldner

 I am so thankful God directed me to Advanced
Chiropractic. In recent years, I have been skeptical of chiropractors due to working in the medical field for 10 years – some doctors are not fond of chiropractors. One day as I was reading the newspaper, I read Dr. Josh’s article and the different testimonies. I never knew the extent of help chiropractic care could give! I was intrigued! I called my husband to ask his opinion and he, of course, encouraged me to do what would make me feel better. So… I made the appointment! I wanted to feel healthier and come off certain medications due to certain side effects. After the first adjustment, I experienced an incredible burst of energy. I was hooked. I knew right then God had put that article in my path! I feel better than I have felt in a long time. I look forward to every adjustment given. Also the staff is incredible – they are a blessing to me! Thanks to Dr. Josh and Dr. Sharon for your direction to a healthier life. I appreciate your encouragement always.  -Rhonda Lowery

As a competitive athlete in multiple sports, I can tell you that the most important part of any athlete’s game is his core. Without it he is nothing. As a personal trainer I teach my clients the importance of core and the different exercises to increase core strength. One of the major components of the core is your spine and if it is not aligned correctly it can affect your entire workout and performance. I recently started getting adjusted by Dr. Josh and it has changed my performance dramatically. I have increased in strength, speed, agility, and over all body awareness. I feel the difference every time that I lift weights and when I play soccer. I never thought that I could perform better until I got adjusted and now I would not play or lift without being adjusted and aligned correctly. The difference from then and now is like night and day. I feel like a different person when I participate in activities and it is all thanks to Dr. Josh and his team at Advanced Chiropractic.  - Michael McCaffrie

We tried everything and my baby's ear infections are finally gone!  - Brandi Hamilton with Andrew

Ben Todd came into our office barely able to walk. Ben was in so much pain, he was unable to enjoy his daily activities. Since starting chiropractic care, Ben reports that he is now pain free. Before chiropractic, Ben had daily headaches and had trouble sleeping. He recently stated that he rarely has headaches now. Ben also reports that he sleeps better, has better posture, more energy, and has even lost 10 pounds!  

Sian (the young girl on the right) began with ear infections at the age of 2.  We tried several treatments of antibiotics and nothing seemed to work.  The ear infections eventually lead to hearing loss, speech  problems, and a tolerance of pain.  Sian wasn't even aware that she had ear infections because she was accustomed to the pain.  Her hearing was tested in February 2008 and showed hearing loss...  I didn't want to use another antibiotic that wasn't going to work nor put tubes in her ears.  Sian (at the age of 8) began getting adjusted by Dr. Josh in February 2008.  I had her hearing checked in July 2008 and she had regained all her hearing and no longer had a speech problem.  Chiropractic care WORKS!  - Krystal Loftin

I injured myself at work and was experiencing severe neck and back pain.  I had an inflamed disc, sciatica and numbness in my legs.  The doctors told me to just give it some time; that it would eventually "go down."  Well, things got so bad that I was forced to stay at home in bed, use a walker to get around, and requiring lots of prescription pain killers.  I was no longer able to exercise, either, and the inactivity caused me to gain weight.  After just 5 or 6 adjustments with Dr. Josh, I was walking more upright, not using a walker and getting in and out of my car more easily.  I was able to stop taking the pain pills and could start exercising again.  I've already lost over 40 pounds!  One bonus that I wasn't expecting was a dramatic decrease in the headaches and migraines I'd been experiencing since a car accident in 2002.  I thought they would just be a part of my life forever, but I've definitely seen a decrease in the frequency and severity.  Also, Dr. Josh takes the time to really listen to my problems and finds natural solutions, whereas other doctors would just hand me a prescription for the pain.  I feel more confident in my body's ability to heal itself and I feel even better than I did before the back injury.  This is the first time I've ever commited to a healthcare plan and stuck with it; I am committed to wellness chiropractic care for the rest of my life! - Jim Crider