Patient Stories, Page 7

I had pain in my lower back for two years. It was getting worse. I had pain after walking and after sitting. I also had cramping in my left calf. Nothing I did had helped.

My friend Charles Daniel told me to go to Khalsa Chiropractic. I had never been to a chiropractor before. Everyone at the office was friendly. Dr. Mha Atma told me to come for regular treatments and gave me exercises for my back. I came three times the first week and twice a week for a month then once a week. After the first month I felt much better. Now after four months I am feeling very well and I still enjoy coming every week or two.

I feel very good about chiropractic now and I recommend it to others. One friend has come and he has felt better. I appreciate the very nice service here.

I had pain in both shoulders and my right knee for several months. The pain was an 8 on a scale of 1 to 10. My medical doctor gave me pain medication which only treated the symptoms. I had a cortisone shot, and took ibuprofen with codeine, but I did not believe that the medications would do anything but temporarily reduce the pain.

I was looking for a cure. I went to my health provider’s list of chiropractors and chose Khalsa Chiropractic. I had not seen a chiropractor in the past 25 years.

I was confident the treatments would help my condition. I liked the homeliness of the office and the friendliness of the doctor. He recommended that I come in regularly at first for adjustments, then less frequent as I got better. After the first three visits I noticed the pain in my joints became less severe, and the improvement continued with subsequent visits. My knee and shoulder feel very much better now.

My wife, who has chronic pain, is going to become a Khalsa Chiropractic patient soon. I now have recommended chiropractic to many people because I have been helped so much. I think it should be a regular part of everyone’s health practice. I continue to enjoy the friendly environment and staff here at Khalsa Chiropractic.

I had bad lower back pain as well as pain and discomfort throughout my entire back. I first injured my lower back in 1998, and the pain continued and grew worse over the years and spread through my entire back. I saw two previous chiropractors—one I did not like and the other was great but I could not afford to continue treatment. I occasionally took ibuprofen but most of the time just lived with pain.

I had been thinking about trying chiropractic again for a while, and then a friend said “Just go!” and referred me to Dr. Mha Atma. I was positive it would help. I found Khalsa Chiropractic to be a very friendly, professional place, with a helpful staff and a very knowledgeable and caring doctor. Dr. Mha Atma recommended twice weekly and then weekly adjustments for a few months, tapering to less often after that, along with exercises and eating right.

It has now been about 10 months since I started treatment. My back feels so much better. The bad pain is gone. I now come in every two weeks for an adjustment to keep myself in good shape. I can move around better, I sleep better, and I just feel better in general.

I absolutely recommend chiropractic care because it helps so much. I have recommended it to a number of people. I love it. If you have back pain or discomfort, just go!

I have been seeing Dr. Mha Atma Khalsa for chiropractic adjustments once a month for almost 10 years. Why? Because he is a doctor who really cares and he has an amazing staff. And because after 20 years of both excruciating lower back pain and shooting sciatica, when I started chiropractic care I felt tremendously better, and coming regularly since then has resulted in more flexibility and very much less pain and kept me in good shape.

I was first referred to Khalsa Chiropractic by my wife’s very good friend, Elena Lobito. Although I was skeptical at first, I quickly became a believer because the treatment helped so much. Since then I have told countless people about chiropractic, and have recommended it because I know it will improve their health.

My advice to anyone who starts with chiropractic care is, don’t stop. Chiropractic is a must in my life, for my health. Khalsa Chiropractic is a warm, friendly place and the ladies in the front office are so nice and welcoming. It has changed my life.

I developed a neck pain that was so bad that I was taking Motrin several times a day and I feared I had a herniated disc. The pain went on for a couple of months. I hate taking medication regularly—it’s so terrible for your body. I hadn’t seen any doctor for this condition and I knew I needed a chiropractor.

I had worked in the past as a chiropractic assistant for a brilliant chiropractor who turned me into a believer for life. When I developed this recent bad neck pain I went looking for a local chiropractor and was lucky enough to stumble on Dr. Mha Atma.

I felt very fortunate to find a true and talented chiropractor. Dr. Mha Atma told me to stop worrying, which I did. Very quickly my pain subsided with several adjustments and the stretches he encouraged me to do. I keep coming back for treatment now, about twice monthly, strictly for maintenance, to keep stress from building up in my spine, and because it’s such a treat for my body.

I recommend chiropractic care to other people all the time. I am grateful to have this little haven—Khalsa Chiropractic—just a half block away from my house!

I initially came to Khalsa Chiropractic because of a desire to take care of my spine as I was feeling general stiffness and neck pain. I returned to Khalsa Chiropractic because of pain in my neck, lower back and knee. I had been a back seat passenger in a car that was rear-ended. In both cases I was in pain and not able to move as freely as I wanted!

When I first came to this office I found Dr. Mha Atma to be friendly, serious, caring and extremely knowledgeable. He recommended more stretching to enhance my movement/dance practice and weekly chiropractic visits to address the painful areas. Since then I have had great results both when I need to address specific areas of pain and stiffness and when I am generally feeling well. Dr. Mha Atma’s treatments allow me to feel breath and space in my spine and body. I look at my chiropractic visits as wellness treatments to enhance my longevity as a dancer and a human being.

I am a 58-year-old dancer, still dancing, still teaching, still directing a non-profit dance company. It’s a wonderful responsibility but is stress-producing. I think it is very important to take care of the health of our spine as it is an integral functioning and alive body part! Chiropractic has given me more flexibility, much more energy and a great sense of well-being.

I have told at least 20 people about the benefits of chiropractic. All the dancers and musicians in my Brazilian dance company need it! Folks need to become spine-educated and chiropractic does just that. And it addresses not just the spine but the totality of the whole body.

I recommend folks new to chiropractic to be patient and to continue chiropractic as a movement and body therapy practice to keep you healthy. I love chiropractic care and I am fortunate that my Kaiser insurance believes that chiropractic is important to our well-being. Come see Dr. Mha Atma on a regular basis to stay healthy and on the wellness path. If you are a dancer, musician…or anyone…take care of your spine! The folks in this office truly care about each of us!

I had pain in my neck and left shoulder starting in January. The pain was preventing me from sleeping. I saw my general doctor and she prescribed a muscle relaxer. I took it once but it didn’t help me sleep. I wanted a more natural way to heal if possible. I saw a rheumatologist and she was able to get me an MRI to get the correct diagnosis after two or three months of pain: a bulging disc. I did acupuncture for a bit; it helped but the pain returned. My doctor suggested I see a chiropractor.

I came to Khalsa Chiropractic in April because I lived so close and because Dr. Mha Atma had great reviews on Yelp. They took my insurance too. I had not been to a chiropractor for about 10 years, but it had worked for me in the past and I was hopeful it would work again. Plus the reviews on Dr. Mha Atma were so good—I thought I was in good hands.

Dr. Mha Atma and his staff were very thorough and professional. The doctor explained everything he would be doing before he did it. I came twice a week for a month or so and then once a week. In addition to adjustments he gave me exercises, and I learned a lot from his Wellness Workshop. Now in July my neck pain is mostly gone and I am coming in once every two weeks.

The treatments are quick and effective. I like that. I am in and out and feel better after the adjustment. I came for my neck pain but my occasional hip pain is better too.

I have recommended chiropractic care to a number of people. I didn’t realize that so many conditions can be improved by chiropractic care. I think it’s great! I am so glad there is an alternative to medication for so many ailments. I feel so much better than when I started coming here. One day I will treatment myself to a session with one of their massage therapists. I am so glad I found this place!

I had pain in my hip and leg whenever I bent down from the waist and then stood back up. The pain in my left hip and thigh was excruciating—about 12 on a scale of 1 to 10. I was taking Aleve to try to manage the pain. Someone in my exercise class recommended I see Dr. Mha Atma Khalsa. I had never been to a chiropractor before and was unsure if it would help.

On my first visit I liked the doctor and the staff as well as the comfortable office environment. Dr. Mha Atma recommended some chiropractic treatment along with exercises and vitamin D. After the very first gentle treatment the pain was mostly gone! I continued with twice weekly treatment for just a few weeks and once weekly for a few weeks. Now I have very occasional pain, and when it comes it is about a 2 on a scale of 1 to 10.

My experience with chiropractic has been great, and the time involved minimal. I have been telling anyone who will listen about my chiropractic experience, especially the many people in my exercise class. The office is very professional and the doctor is excellent. He does not ask you to come in for treatment that is not needed. I have found chiropractic care very helpful, and although my insurance plan does not cover chiropractic care, it has been so helpful to me that I do not hesitate to pay for my appointments.

I have been a Khalsa Chiropractic patient for over 15 years. Dr. Mha Atma and his office are extremely friendly, efficient and effective! They keep their schedule flexible so I can come when I really need to. I have continued as a patient all these years because when the stiffness and pain start to creep into my body, Dr. Mha Atma’s treatments make all the difference in helping me feel better right away and avoiding horrible pain and stiffness later!

Chiropractic has given me greater comfort, strength and mobility. It is very effective in managing pain and discomfort. It has saved me days and weeks of pain and misery and prevented me from needing to use medication.

I have told a number of people about the benefits of chiropractic. My girlfriend has seen Dr. Mha Atma and he has helped her neck and shoulder pain and stiffness.

It is difficult to explain (without sounding like a commercial pitch or religious conversion) but experiencing the help and care at this office has been a life-changing event. I cannot recommend it enough!

I had a severe flare-up of pain in my lower back, lasting three weeks. This has been an ongoing issue for years. I’d previously seen other chiropractors but didn’t feel better after numerous visits. I just had to take Advil.

A friend who has been a Khalsa Chiropractic patient strongly recommended I see Dr. Mha Atma. Based on previous experience I was a little skeptical, but I gave it a try.

I was really put at ease at how thorough my first visit and consult were and by Dr. Mha Atma’s approach. He recommended weekly visits to correct the problem in addition to stretching exercises.

I’ve had chronic neck and back pain from previous injuries in car accidents and right now, four months after beginning treatment with Dr. Mha Atma, this is the best I’ve felt in years. The doctor is great and adjusts in a way that never hurts.

I would recommend chiropractic care to others because it’s proven so beneficial for me. I am now a firm believer in chiropractic treatment. The doctor and the team at Khalsa Chiropractic are great and always make you feel at ease.

I fell over a year ago and I had been in pain off and on ever since, but when I was rear-ended the pain became constant. I would drink comfrey or chamomile tea at night to ease the pain. The pain was in my neck and arm and back, and it was pretty painful.

My lawyer recommended Khalsa Chiropractic. I had not been to a chiropractor in 20 years and I wasn’t sure it would help. I figured it was worth a try, and if it didn’t help I could always go to an acupuncturist.

I loved the music here and the proximity to my house. It was easy to get here and to be here. Dr. Mha Atma was very professional and did not mess around. He recommended frequent treatments, exercises and attendance at the Wellness Workshop.

I felt good during and after each treatment. Toward the time I was scheduled to come back I started to feel tightness and discomfort again. The progression of pain diminished steadily over the three months of my treatment. I kept my appointments as scheduled—in fact I looked forward to them.

I would recommend chiropractic because the pressure is relieved by chiropractic treatment. I really feel the difference. I really understand the benefits of getting treated on a regular basis. There is a feeling of well-being and relief after each time!

The staff is very nice and friendly. I like the energy and atmosphere of the office. The patients are all around friendly as well. I have not regretted for a minute that my lawyer referred me here. It was a pleasant experience and I would recommend Dr. Mha Atma to all my friends who are in need of feeling better. Thank you for helping me!

A couple of years ago I fell out of a tree and landed on the ground on my back. Ever since then I have had lower back pain. Sometimes it was severe. I used heating pads and icy hot on it but these gave only some temporary relief. I had never before seen a chiropractor.

A co-worker recommended Khalsa Chiropractic and informed me of the benefits to wellness of chiropractic care and said it might cure my back pain. I was skeptical at first. My first impression when I arrived was that the office was very professional and not a typical medical practice. Dr. Mha Atma gave many good recommendations, including a series of chiropractic adjustments and exercises to keep my spine in good condition.

I have experienced a major improvement in my spine as a result of chiropractic treatment. I have not used any heating pads or icy hot since beginning care, and the back pain is mostly gone. I now most definitely recommend chiropractic care to others because it really works. My skepticism is gone and I am now a 100% believer.