Chiropractic Care Center Inc.

I came to you in need of assistance for a lifetime battle with Back Pain, that started in my early teens. I was frightened about the idea of seeing a Chiropractor from the lack of knowledge on my own part. I am a nurse and I heard all sorts of stories from skeptics. I just want to say that you have educated me in the last few months on the importance of a healthy lfestlyle. I've been on a roller coaster being in and out of shape all my life. With working out at the gym and running, but having obstacles due to back and neck pain. You have helped me a great deal with chiropractic care and your advice.

In January of 2003, I was feeling well enough to get myself back to the gym. I started out slowly then realized that I was feeling better then ever. I continued to workout 3-5 times a week and was receiving adjustments once a week. I decided to run a marathon with the Leukemia Society. I've tried before seeing you but had to stop the Chicago Marathon because of back and joint pain. This was one of many episodes of my challenge with back pain.


As the months of training from January to May became a distant dream, a new marathon was becoming a reality. Yes, I was a little worried about failure again, I trained hard and was determined to listen to my body, mind and soul. Without your assistance, Dr. Sladic I could'nt have done it. You were always listening and caring about my every ache and pain during this important journey in my life.


My one of many dreams has come true and I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart.

Sincerely,

Dana C.

Name: Christine K.
What is the reason for Beginning Chiropractic Care? Neck and shoulder stiffness and I am quite physically active and want to assure proper spine alignment/ posture.
How long were you experiencing these problems? Several Months
What Was It Like At It’s worst and how did it Affect Your Life? It was never unbearable, However it was clear that it was not going to go away on its own and it was a nuisance at work.. I am a music teacher and I do a lot of standing and instrument playing.
Previous Attitude or Experience with Chiropractic? I had heard that it was not effective in the long term, only short term and that you would be going back the rest of your life. I realized that this is not true unless you have more severe problems. Dr. Sladic is very committed and qualified- genuinely cares.
Past Treatments and Result? Massage therapy, deep stretching, but I did not have professional consultation.
What Progress Have You Made since Beginning Chiropractic Care? My neck and shoulder stiffness has improved considerably and I have more of an awareness of my posture throughout my day.
Additional Comments About Our Office And The Care You Have Received? There is genuine regard for my care and comfort from all staff. Dr. Sladic has considerable experience, explains treatment thoroughly and regularly. Goes above and beyond the call of duty, offering health advice and after hours posture classes weekly, I feel like I not just an anonymous patient, but treated with the same care he would give his family.

Name: Jill K.
Reason for Beginning Chiropractic Care? I initially saw Dr. Sladic for lower back pain when I was waiting tables. He corrected my back. I recently started seeing him during my pregnancy for headaches, which he helped and then after the birth of my daughter because of middle back pain from leaning over to nurse my baby.
How long were you experiencing these problems? I had been having pain with headaches and my lower back since my second trimester.
What Was It Like At It’s worst and how did it Affect Your Life? With my headaches I couldn’t function normally day-to-day. I would be in bed with a pillow over my head and with the back pain I couldn’t do the exercise I needed to do.
Previous Attitude or Experience with Chiropractic? I saw a chiropractor once before who basically cracked every bone in my body then sent me on my way with no further care or concern for me.
Past Treatments and Results? No results
What Progress Have You Made since Beginning Chiropractic Care? Dr. Sladic has helped to control my headaches and has also eliminated my back pain. Once I feel either a headache or a pin in my back I go to see him and id feel much better within a few hours.
Additional Comments About Our Office And The Care You Have Received? Everybody in the office is so thoughtful and caring. They are truly like family.

Name: David H.
Reason for Beginning Chiropractic Care? Had stiffness in my back.
How long were you experiencing these problems? For a couple of years.
What Was It Like At It’s worst and how did it Affect Your Life? I work 12 hour days and 6 days a week and I thought the stiffness in my back was normal from standing on my feet for so long during the day. I was tired all the time.
Previous Attitude or Experience with Chiropractic? None

Past Treatments and Results? None
What Progress Have You Made since Beginning Chiropractic Care? I feel more energy and I’m not as stiff or sore at the end of the day like before.
Additional Comments About Our Office And The Care You Have Received? Very friendly and feel better after every visit.

Name: Kathryn F.
Reason for Beginning Chiropractic Care? Numbness in arms and fingers.
How long were you experiencing these problems? 1 month
What Was It Like At It’s worst and how did it Affect Your Life? I was having trouble with small motor skills. I would awaken many times a night due to sore neck and increased numbness.
Previous Attitude or Experience with Chiropractic? I was pleased with care I had gotten before.
Past Treatments and Results? I found some relief before for stiff and sore neck and back.
What Progress Have You Made since Beginning Chiropractic Care? My numbness is 95% improved, small motor skills to normal.
Additional Comments About Our Office And The Care You Have Received? I am very pleased with my care.

Name: Kathleen C.
Reason for Beginning Chiropractic Care? Couldn’t walk, legs had pain going down both feet.
How long were you experiencing these problems? 3 months, it just kept getting worse.
What Was It Like At It’s worst and how did it Affect Your Life? Couldn’t get out of bed, work out, I lost my job; I was really scared I wouldn’t get better or walk again.
Previous Attitude or Experience with Chiropractic? Never went before just thought it was useful for little problems.
Past Treatments and Results? I went to doctors, received medicine. And none of it worked.
What Progress Have You Made since Beginning Chiropractic Care: 100% Best health in 17 years! Have hope again at 40 years old. Being in the best shape ever!! Sleeping better lower back pain – None! If I over do it – I come in for a visit – good as new! Thank the Lord for using Dr.Sladic.
Additional Comments About Our Office And The Care You Have Received? This office has become very close in my heart. I pray for them daily! Good honest people.

Name: Lisa A.
Reason for Beginning Chiropractic Care? Pain in lower back – Right side
How long were you experiencing these problems? About a year
What Was It Like At It’s worst and how did it Affect Your Life? Most of the time it was a very dull pain. Just very uncomfortable.
Previous Attitude or Experience with Chiropractic: A little skeptic? Everyone says, “Once you go you have to keep going”
Past Treatments and Results? Visited multiple doctors and had tests done but no one could figure out what was wrong. Even physical therapy didn’t help.
What Progress Have You Made since Beginning Chiropractic Care? I hardly notice any discomfort in my back anymore.
Additional Comments About Our Office And The Care You Have Received? I tell other skeptics, its not that you “have to” keep going but that you “should” just as you go to get your teeth cleaned and checked.

Name: Keith L.
Reason for Beginning Chiropractic Care: Constant numbness in my legs and problems with my upper back and shoulders.
How long were you experiencing these problems: Back and shoulder problems: Since 2002. Leg problems: Lasting for a month before I came here.
What Was It Like At It’s worst and how did it Affect Your Life: The discomfort in my legs caused me to only get about 2-3 hours of sleep per night. Walking was more of a hobble of an elderly person than of someone 30 years of age. My back and shoulders became more of a personal issue, than of a physical one. I don’t get to see my kids often, so when I did see them, I was unable to lift them up. My kids actually thought I didn’t love them as much as I used to because I didn’t pick them up and give them hugs like before.
Previous Attitude or Experience with Chiropractic: I used to get my back and neck adjusted, but without ever really finding the problem, it was more of a “quick fix”.
Past Treatments and Results: The results were fine for about a week, but would return back to the same condition I was in previously.
What Progress Have You Made since Beginning Chiropractic Care: First, and most important I can pick up my kids and wrestle around with them like I did in the past. As for my legs, I actually walk the way I’m supposed to. The pain was gone after one session and has not returned.
Additional Comments About Our Office And The Care You Have Received: The group here treats you as an individual not just another patient. Not every person has the same problem and here they realize that. With that type of individual attention the recovery time is quick and to your needs.