Connection Cafe: A Chiropractic Center

Reviews 6

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Frederik Easterly

I highly recommend Dr. Blackburn and Connection Café. In my early 30s, I began to experience pain in my shoulders, lower back, and IT bands. The pain was mild, but was increasing and impeding my training and workouts and, as I later discovered, even my work. I saw several doctors over the next few years, but was disappointed with each visit and was becoming increasingly frustrated. All treated the pain as separate, unrelated incidents and simply prescribed ibuprofen (or other various prescription and non-prescription drugs), ice, and/or rest. Some even recommended stopping working out altogether as I was getting older. The ibuprofen and rest helped temporarily, but I felt these doctors were missing something and that there was something more to getting better than just taking drugs and following the advice to ease off more rigorous exercise as I got older. A friend finally introduced me to deep tissue massages and eventually convinced me to see a chiropractor. I was reluctant at first. I had never seen a chiropractor and just did not understand the practice, nor what a chiropractor could do that a doctor could not. However, I decided to give it a try out of frustration from the doctors I had seen. It was one of the best pieces of advice I have received. Since then I have run my fastest mile time ever; completed a 50-mile ultra-marathon and several smaller marathons; and my first Half Ironman. At age 36, I feel like I am in the best shape of my life and am currently training for a full Ironman. (I have also switched to a diet high in fresh, organic, leafy vegetables and roots and nearly eliminated sugar and highly processed foods from my diet, which I believe has also helped immensely.) Dr. Blackburn has been one of the best chiropractors I have seen along this journey and has helped me tremendously over the last several months. He has been blessed as a doctor that can understand what others are experiencing and use his gifts to help and heal others. He understands the human body better than any doctor I have visited. Furthermore, he understands the bodys innate ability to heal itself and how to help unlock this special healing power in each of us. While he works primarily with patients experiencing everyday pain, what I appreciate most is that he was (still is!) a star basketball player from CA that played in the NCAA at Texas A&M. He truly understands and appreciates the pains, strains, tweaks, and overuse and more severe injuries that athletes experience - and how to heal those injuries. Beyond this, Dr. Blackburn is just an incredibly kind and stand-up guy. He volunteers as a mentor to underprivileged youth at a local school, he worked to help infants in Peru, and is active in the local community. I hope you have an opportunity to meet this incredible care giver, healer, and person.

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katie schlein

Dr. Derrell and Connection Cafe continue to serve me well! Dr. Derrell is extremely knowledgeable in relating chiropractic to my life. Being an athlete, he explained how chiropractic would help me in performing at the highest level. He was a college athlete himself so it was a natural conversation. Ive also noticed that with Chiropractic and through getting my nervous system checked reguarly, Im able to adapt better in many areas. Not only do I feel better (emotionally as well) but Im able to sleep better, stay well through flu and cold season, and have better concentration in school. Dr. Derrell is extremely gentle, open, and knowledgeable. Hes a great listener. He made me feel extremely comfortable and secure with my concerns. Hes one of those people who I just feel better by being around. Connection Cafe is by far a space that you not only receive Chiropractic care, but leave being in a great mood. Id imagine that its a combination of Chiropractic and Derrell! :) Ive also notcied that many kids and their familes come to Derrell as well. What he explained is that when kids get their nervous systems checked, they too can adapt and faciliate health at a higher level. When I have kids in the future, I definetly will being them to Derrell so they can be the healthiest they can be. I would trust him with my closest family, friends and loved ones! I highly recommend Dr. Derrell and Connection Cafe!

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Daschel B

I am new to chiropractic and was introduced to Dr. Derrell by a family friend out of state. I was one of those who thought the chiropractor was someone you only went to when you hurt your back, you were in an accident, or something of the like. I was so excited to learn how chiropractic is beneficial on so many other levels and serves so many positive health purposes. After all this exciting knowledge, I was afraid the real challenge would be finding the right chiropractor who practices based off those same beneficial tenets. We knew Dr. Derrell would be awesome based on our friend who referred us to him, but we didnt expect him to be as incredible as he is! He is not only knowledgeable and honest, but he is so much fun to talk to and learn from! My husband and I live in Santa Clara and make the drive to Union City every Saturday. I wish we could go so much more than that! He is well worth the early Saturday mornings and long drives!! I would recommend him wholeheartedly to anyone, and would say you are pretty lucky to be clear and connected by Dr. Derrell!

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Lidia Arzate

Can I just say amazing!!!! Dr. Morgan was the very first person to ever adjust my daughter and I and we absolutely LOVE her to the moon and back. My daughter loves getting adjusted and feeling healthy. Before I begin seeing Dr. Morgan I suffered from terrible migraines that would take me to the ER and every time I was told that there was nothing wrong and I should take some pain killers such a Vicodin. Since I started getting adjusted I no longer suffer from migraines. As time passed I mentioned to Dr. Morgan about my irregular periods, and how I would go 3-4 months without having one. I was so happy when she came up with a plan to start helping me. Soon after that I had become regular, month after month. What Dr. Morgan can do with her hands is amazing, she has the power to heal and shes beautiful inside and out. Who doesnt love someone so talented and great with people and especially KIDS?! I do!!!!

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Brianna Salvia

Dr. Morgan has taken care of me for over a year. While under her care, my body is always functioning at 100%. Ive been adjusted by several different chiropractors and Dr. Morgan is undoubtedly among the best. She always takes her time to connect and check in with me to see how I am doing. She knows so much about how Chiropractic is good for the mind, body and soul. She will make sure that you know what is possible when you get regularly adjusted. Dr. Derrell is pretty awesome too. He is one of the most hardworking and passionate individuals I have ever met. He absolutely loves serving his community and will do whatever it takes to make sure that you get the best care possible. Come to Connection Cafe--you will not be disappointed!!

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Michael Benites

My wife and I are new to chiropractic, and Dr. Derrell is everything we could ask for and then some. His knowledge of chiropractic makes us so comfortable every time we get adjusted, and also gets us excited about continuing to learn. His passion about making people feel better and function properly is made clear anytime we interact with him. He is not by appointment only, so sometimes we get the opportunity to meet others also getting clear and connected. Everyone seems to love him just as much. I would highly recommend anyone to Dr Derrell, especially those interested in continual health!

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