Sea Change Family Chiropractic

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Kristin Letourneau

I started seeing Dr. Worob at SeaChange in September of 2016. I was having my usual tight and sore lower back. In addition, for the first time I was experiencing plantar fasciitis which had prevented me from any outdoor activities most of the summer. My personal interests as well as my work include a lot of time engaged in active outdoor activities like hiking, kayaking, cross country skiing etc. For decades I have done these pushing through lower back pain and discomfort. There have been several times that my lower back issues have stopped me from doing these activities and put me in a place of just trying to get through a day. Since beginning to see Dr. Worob, I have been completely symptom free regarding the plantar fasciitis. My lower back pain and stiffness has improved immensely to the point that I forget it is something I have had to work around daily. Surprisingly, I have found that I have a lot more flexibility and overall feel much happier and "free". Not only has Dr. Worob helped me directly with spinal manipulations, he also has helped me address my fatigue and pain through nutritional suggestions, home exercises and referrals in the Ithaca community. He is very easy to talk to, a good listener and "down to Earth". The thought of another person adjusting my spine was a little unsettling at first but after my first couple sessions with him, I felt fully confident in his skills and relaxed while he did his work. The staff at SeaChange are very welcoming and helpful. They are very flexible and accommodating regarding scheduling. I enjoy every visit to SeaChange and feel like "part of the family".

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Sten Anderson

For years my wife encouraged me to see a chiropractor for general wellness, but I never felt the need to go figuring that I really didnt have much to gain because I felt healthy. That all changed when I experienced a stabbing pain near my right shoulder blade. Thinking it was a muscle pull, I tried to treat it at home myself; however, the pain worsened over a number of days to the point that I had my left arm immobilized in a sling. Any movement made the pain worse. My quality of life was gone, so I knew that it was time. Dr. Ammitai was everything that I was looking for in a health practitioner. He was attentive, compassionate, and concerned. After the intake appointments, we setup a care plan and I was pain free after a few visits. In the past, I would have stopped my care because the presenting symptoms were gone, but I had trust in Dr. Ammitais wellness approach. It has been over a year and a half that I have continued to work with SeaChange Family Chiropractic on my wellness goals and I am always amazed at the results. As a teacher, I would generally fall ill with common head colds throughout the winter; however, last winter (and this winter so far) passed without contracting any illnesses from my students. Surely there are a lot of factors, but I know that my continued work with Dr. Ammitai is a big reason for this. I would recommend without reservation SeaChange Family Chiropractic to my family, friends, colleagues, and anyone seeking a health practitioner with a focus on wellness. Surely, you wont be disappointed.

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Audrey Ross

I’m not certain how many nerves are in one’s shoulder and arm, but in May of this year, I did something that made every single one of them in my right shoulder very angry! My right shoulder was locked up and any movement made the burning down my arm start. I didn’t have any strength in my arm when it was raised—so putting up dishes or placing things on or removing items from shelving or even trying to put on garments or reach up over my head to do my hair was painful. I couldn’t push myself up using my right arm. I didn’t sleep well because every time I’d roll over on that shoulder, it would wake me up. In June, I visited Dr. Worob at Sea Change Family Chiropractic to check into whether chiropractic care might help alleviate the pain in my right shoulder. The diagnostic x-rays Dr. Worob ordered helped us to decide what treatment option to pursue. In the ensuing months, with chiropractic adjustments, following a physical therapy exercise plan at home between visits, and participating in massage therapy sessions, I have regained full range of motion and pain-free use of my arm and shoulder—without drugs. As an added benefit, the treatments are helping to release tension in my neck and upper back. I am able to rest comfortably through the night and that has, in turn, helped my energy level. I’m very grateful to Dr. Worob, Kay and Sabeth for their dedication and care and recommend Sea Change Family Chiropractic to assist those seeking wellness and well-being. Audrey Ross

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Arne van Leuken

This office differs from most other medical offices in its sincere service, follow through, accessibility and comprehensive outlook on health. They call, text and email. Over time as they get to know you, their suggestions have real specificity and can make surprising changes in your health. Personally for me, Dr. Ammitai has improved my right arm function, caused by years of poor posture, and reduced the pain I have and now I no longer need to take pain meds to get through the night. I am able to do more and am experiencing an increase in what my body can do, that I thought was part of the inevitable decline as my body ages. That is a a great feeling. It is a time commitment, as they recommend weekly to monthly visits, and the methods they use are definitely a bit of a change from many other medical approaches. And that can take some getting used to. My improvements in health didnt happen overnight. But at some point, I couldnt escape the realization that I was taking fewer medicines and I feel better. And on many visits there is a "lift" I feel as I drive home. There is a real security I have in having a group of medical professionals know me. At Sea Change I feel like a valued customer. They make it clear they are looking out for me, and are dedicated to making me the healthiest I can be. -Arne

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Jim Hodges

A regular patient with Dr. Ammitai for over three years, I have enjoyed consistent good health, quick recovery from running and other sports injuries and on-going expert and effective advice for stretching, exercise and other self-care. Dr. Ammitai knows my issues well and can quickly assess my progress and immediately tell when things are amiss, offering treatments and adjustments that provide consistently productive results. I particularly appreciate this personalized attention and always feel well cared for and valued as a patient. I look forward to each visit to Sea Change, as the office has such a positive vibe to it--office staff always provide pleasant greetings and attention to my appointment schedule and account and fellow patients all seem to leave in such good spirits. Such a healthy and positive atmosphere, the center of which is Dr. Ammitais healing touch, the interest he takes in his patients activities and goals, and his good humor and cheer. I highly recommend Sea Change Family Chiropractic, whether its for acute care for a painful injury or on-going maintenance to sustain good health, flexibility and mobility!

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Sheila Squier

I began receiving chiropractic care from Sea Change after meeting Ammitai and his staff at a health fair they helped to organize and deliver in Ithaca. I wasn’t experiencing chronic pain or illness but began to understand the preventative nature of chiropractic care. As someone that is self-employed, I am only able to afford health insurance that covers me for catastrophic events – and I’m not able to provide myself with paid sick days – so if I’m “out sick” - that’s a problem. Outside of my professional career, I also am a Certified Group Fitness Instructor and dabble in Triathlon. For these reasons, and many more, my health and fitness are extremely important to me. I have noticed through regular wellness adjustments an improvement in my overall well-being – and how chiropractic care compliments yoga, Pilates and other fitness modalities. I have only had positive results and experiences at Sea Change. Everyone is professional, knowledgeable, friendly and truly invested in my experience and results. You will not find a chiropractor more passionate about his work than Ammitai.

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