Santolin Chiropractic Clinic

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A Private User

Wow, where do I start? I guess that I can start by saying that Ive been going to Dr. Santolin for 3 weeks and he has literally changed my life. Im 29 Years old, have been to more "world class" specialists than I care to mention over the past 7 years, none of which have brought me any relief in pain whatsoever. All those medical doctors wanted to do was feed me pills, cut me open (I had neck surgery at the age of 28 to replace a herniated disc @ C5-C6 with metal plates and screws that actually INCREASED my pain), poke me with needles (i.e. trigger point injections, etc...), perform excruciatingly painful procedures on me (i.e. epidurals, burning nerves off in my neck, etc...), and tell me there was nothing wrong with me because the X-Rays told them so. Im not being overly dramatic when I say that I think a lesser person would have killed themselves being put through what I was put through. If you are reading this, chances are you know all too well how depressing it is to be in pain on a daily basis. It bares repeating: Dr. Santolin has literally changed my life. From the first visit I knew Dr. Santolin was different. He did a thorough HAND ON physical exam (a lost art in the medical fields) and provided some very informative "introduction to chiropractic" information. He asked lots of questions and performed several physical tests. My next visit Dr. sat me down to outline his plan for my recovery. I was shocked to see the amount of research Dr. did on my symptoms as he pulled out book after book of pages he bookmarked things that he felt related directly to my specific situation. After the very first day of treatment I felt SIGNIFICANTLY better than I have in the past 7 years. I was in near tears as I walked out of his office pain free. Since then, Ive been going consistently, about 3 xs per week. Im not 100% yet, but I am at least 90% better than I was and have no doubt that Dr. Santolin will get me to 100%. Dr. always listens to feedback/updates I have for him from visit to visit and, if he sees fit, tailors his treatments to those updates. Along with spinal manipulations/adjustments (which have brought me tremendous relief), Dr. also treats me with electrical stimulation of my muscles and has outlined a physical therapy program (which is very targeted and has helped A LOT). I cant possibly say enough good things about Dr. Santolin. Incredibly well read (he frequently references articles, studies, etc...), 25+ years of experience (NOTHING replaces experience), and a genuine concern for the well-being of his patients. Do as I did: ditch the medical doctors (most of which have no clue on biomechanics), and go to a Dr. Santolin. Dont say what Ii say now: I wish I would have found this guy earlier. Now excuse me while I enjoy my new lease on life, I think I will start by playing (PAIN-FREE) with my daughter :) - Mike J.

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Michael Mines

Santolin Chiropractic Clinic are wonderful people that really care about your over health and well-being. I HIGHLY recommend Dr. Santolin to anyone with joint, spine, neck, or headache issues. I only named those four because those were the issues I had which prompted me to seek help. I went to an orthopedic surgeon at Rush that recommended I have hip surgery for my torn labrum and mushroom shaped joint, which was apparently the cause of pain I have had for 20 years. I played basketball in college through that "injury" and remained very active but had been sidelined for several months due to the pain. Being 38 years old and already having had back surgery, I was not ready to go through the month on crutches and several months of rehab that would follow. I was supposed to have the surgery in December of 2015 but reconsidered. Thats when I found Dr. Santolin through Google and chose him because of the awesome reviews I read. I am so glad I did! I came in during November of 2015 with neck, low back, and hip issues. Upon the first visit I knew this was different. Dr. Santolin listened, checked me out, and explained to me the ways in which he could help. He reassured me that he could help me avoid surgery and get me back to feeling better and playing ball again. Man, did he do that and then some! To keep it brief (maybe too late for that), Dr. Santolin helped eliminate all of the pain I came in with. We took it slow as he recommended I stay off the court since I had just had a low back flare up before seeing him. He is a great doctor because he always talked about recent research that pertained to my issues which showed me he keeps up on his craft. He also gave me great exercises for me to add to my at home work out routine that will help me maintain my new found vigor. What I loved the most about him is that he is an avid cyclist. That shows me his practice isnt about theory alone. Its about living the healthy lifestyle himself which naturally trickles down in the care he shows for his patients. I just cant thank him enough for what he has done for me and my physical health, especially when I think I was a month away from having surgery! I usually never write reviews, but I have to give honor where honor is due. Dr. Santolin is beyond 5 stars in my book! If you are reading this review in order to make a decision to set an appointment, please stop reading and call them now!

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Dr. Catherine Carpenter

I was dealing with chronic neck and back pain much like the other reviews have posted, the kind where you forget what it is like not to hurt constantly. Dr. Santolin was extremely thorough in his initial examination as well as my 30 day reevaluation where he explained my progress in measurable terms. During my evaluation I had tears in my eyes and told him I was pretty sure no one could help me with my neck pain (I had already had two surgeries, replacement disc, tons of PT) but I would like to at least try. After the first adjustment I could really feel a difference. Today, I woke up and couldnt figure out what was wrong. Then I figured out my back didnt hurt at that moment. It had been years since I could say that. I also had another appointment with Dr. Santolin today. I pointed to an area on my neck that had whiplash/pain from a car accident nine years ago. He adjusted it and not only was it better, that pain was literally gone. I couldnt believe it after nine years of shots in my occipital nerves, more PT, blah, blah, blah. One adjustment totally released me. Like the other reviews have stated, this is life-changing treatment. It is the best thing I have ever done for myself.

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Sherryl C

I am a critical care nurse and was skeptical of chiropractic care UNTIL I came to Santolin Chiropractic Clinic. My back and neck have been seriously affected by both arthritis and lifting and moving patients for more than 30 years. Dr. Santolin did a very throrough neurologic examination and over the course of a couple of months, was able through manipulations to dramatically increase my mobility and decrease my pain. I plan on continuing with him on a regular basis, as he did more for my mobility in the two months that I have been under treatment than multiple physical therapy visits had accomplished up to this point. To let you know how impressed I am....my health insurance does not cover chiropractic care at all and I am willing to pay this out of my pocket because the improvement has been so noticeable. I STRONGLY ENCOURAGE anyone with spine issues to see him!

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