VESTIBULAR DISORDER:

I was diagnosed with Vestibular Disorder.  I was told by two doctors there was nothing that could be done for me.  
I went to see Dr. Kim and he gave me hope.  He's been treating me for a few months and it has definitely helped.  The dizziness is not as frequent nor is it as severe.  I have chronic sinus problems as well which makes the disorder worse.  He is also working on my sinuses and it has helped also.  I'm not having the migraines or the bad headaches that I did have.  

There is help out here when you're told there isn't any!  I would recommend Dr. Kim highly!

--Margaret H.


CERVICAL PAIN:

Over a year now, I have experienced sharp nerve pain in the cervical area of my neck.  After a year of non-surgical treatments from a neurosurgeon and neurologist, I had NO relief to date. 

 After a recommendation, I gave Dr. Kim a try out.  I have experienced relief from sharp pain and discomfort.  I can testify to the fact that I am experiencing temporary relief and enjoying getting my active lifestyle back.

-Jerry

P.S.  Jennifer has been nothing sort of perfect in assisting me during this process.



Thank you to ALL our patients for entrusting us with your health.  If you know someone who is dealing with Vestibular Disorder or experiencing sharp pains in the neck, head, and shoulders, please have them contact us to schedule a visit with Dr. Kim!

I had pain in my back so bad that I couldn't sit.  I had to stand or lay down.  I had a two minute drive home from work and the pain I felt was so intense I wiggled the whole way home trying to "fix" it.  Now I don't have that problem anymore!  Dr. Kim SAVED me!

--Kim N.

I lost my right collarbone, which in turn effects my neck and causes light headiness and which effects between my shoulder blades and causes chest pain.  My lower back has a lot of pain also.  So when I visit Dr. Kim, he puts me back together so my body functions the way God created it to function without taking medications.  Thanks Dr. Kim for being there for me!

--Carolyn R.


Thank you Kim for entrusting us with your health!  We are happy to be a part of the solution.  If you or anyone you know is suffering from back pain or similar symptoms, contact us to schedule your visit immediately.  

An old Chinese proverb states, "Only when one cannot sleep does one know how long the night is." Anyone who's ever experienced an occasional bout with insomnia—and that's most of us—can relate to this all too well.

In fact, surveys have shown that between 40 and 60 percent of the general population has trouble sleeping. Daily stress and worries, pressures from job and family, body aches and pains caused by uncomfortable beds or pillows, and a host of other issues can keep a person from getting enough quality sleep.

Sleep is critical to good health and functioning, so lack of it is a serious matter. "Sleep is one of the most important functions of the brain," says Frederick R. Carrick, DC, PhD, president of the American Chiropractic Association's Council on Neurology. Through it, our bodies recharge and renew for the next day's challenges.

As wellness experts, doctors of chiropractic can provide patients with a different approach to their sleeping problems-without the use of sleeping pills, which leave many people in a mental haze the next morning. To start, here are a few helpful tips they would recommend:

• Exercise regularly. Exercising in the morning is best, but if you must exercise in the evening, do so at least two or three hours before bedtime. Any later, and your increased heart rate can interfere with your sleep.
  
  
• Limit your intake of caffeinated beverages such as coffee, colas and tea-try to avoid them altogether late in the day and near bedtime. In addition, for each cup of caffeinated beverages you drink each day, drink an equal amount of water.
  
  
• If you have trouble sleeping and then get thirsty, drink tap water at room temperature (cold water may disturb the digestive system).
  
  
• Eat an early dinner. Eating after 6 p.m. may interfere with sleep as your body works to digest the food you've eaten.
  
  
• Go to bed at the same time each night and get up at the same time each morning. The routine will help your body know when it is time to rest.
  
  
• Keep your bedroom at a cool, comfortable temperature and try to make it as dark as possible when you're ready for bed.

Creating a comfortable place to sleep by choosing the correct mattress and pillow is also essential to getting the quality sleep that your body needs to function at its best.   A mattress, for instance, should support the body's weight evenly and allow the spine to stay in its natural alignment. Choosing the right one is a personal matter. Give your mattress a good trial run before you buy it by lying down on a mattress for a minimum of three to five minutes to get a good feel. Sitting on it simply won't do.  After investing in a quality mattress, don't forget to choose an equally supportive pillow. A good pillow will keep the cervical (neck) section of the spine aligned with the thoracic and lumbar (chest and lower back) sections. "[The sections] move together and should be supported together."

Chiropractic Care Can Help...
If you continue to experience pain and discomfort at night or have difficulty falling asleep, visit your doctor of chiropractic. Doctors of chiropractic are trained to treat spinal problems that can interfere with a restful night's sleep. They can also offer nutritional and ergonomic advice that can help improve the quality of your sleep.


2011; American Chiropractic Association, Massachusetts Chiropractic Society at MassChiro.org