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PATIENT TESTIMONIALS

Being active in sports and the outdoors has always been a big part of my life and it is from what I draw much of my fulfillment. Over the years, my leisure time has been packed with basketball, soccer, hockey, aikido, collegiate volleyball, rock climbing, backpacking, and cycling. I figured that as with any sports you are passionately involved in, your body will probably acquire certain sore spots or pain in areas due to the abuse from that sport. For example, I would have sharp pain in my elbow every time I played volleyball, which limited my ability to play the game I loved so much to only one or two games.

I just expected limitations like these as a permanent curse I did to myself. Two months ago, I abruptly came to the realization that something had to be done. I played basketball over the holidays with some family. After playing three competitive games of “Twenty-one,” my body felt a little more sore than usual. The next day, and about three weeks after that, sharp pains and stiffness plagued my lower back every time I shifted my weight on it.

Around the same time, I attended a trigger point workshop with my wife that Dr. Jeff was hosting. Shortly after, I began my own Chiropractic treatment plan. Only after one month of Chiropractic treatments, I am able to do things that I hadn’t done in years. Even though, my treatment plan is not complete yet, I’m playing volleyball twice a week for three hours straight each session and am training for a sprint triathlon with absolutely no pain! I’m so excited to be able to do the things that I get so much enjoyment from without any pain. Chiropractic WORKS! Thanks, Dr. Jeff!
--Aaron Boyd

Last November, 2003, I hit a dear head on. This resulted in me having to deal with more pain in my right leg (called sciatica) for a whole year. I could not sleep and my life became hell. I changed jobs because I could not deal with the pressures that were placed upon me.
Since I have been going to Dr. Davenport, almost all my pain in my leg has gone away and I am able to sleep better. Before seeking his help, I had tried alternative touch therapy and changed my diet, eliminating wheat and oats, yet with no success. I have been seeing Dr. Davenport for about 9 visits and can’t believe the drastic change in the elimination of pain in my leg. I had given up hope and felt like just not even trying to keep working or anything. Thank you, Dr. Davenport for giving me hope again.

--Connie Pitts

My physical health problems started in 1997 when I was in a car wreck. I had symptoms of whiplash within two weeks of the accident. Also, I fell off a boat in 1998 onto concrete payment resulting in a brain fracture. I dealt with these two issues for more than 6 years going to two different doctors and the Morris Clinic. I also took many kinds of drugs to help with pain management. For instance, I have taken, Wellbutrin, Prozac, Celebrex, and Frexeril to help me cope with everyday life and my job of teaching.

I am 32 years old and have had lower back pain on and off since my teens. I saw a chiropractor briefly in my 20s. Although, the pain has never been severe, it has caused a considerable amount of discomfort.
When the problem worsened approximately 4 months ago, I knew it was time to do something about it. The pain was affecting me at work and my golf swing wasn’t exactly improving either.
I’ve been seeing Dr. Jeff for 2 months now and I must admit that I feel much better. My flexibility has improved and so have my overall well-being. I highly recommend chiropractic care for anybody who wants to improve his or her health.

--David Myers

My wife and I have had some moderate back problems for several years due to all the things we had done throughout our lives that we thought would never affect in such negative ways. This also includes our choice of careers, which has taken its toll on our backs more than we could have ever known. Symptoms over the years have ranged from everyday upper and lower back pain, to headaches, sleeping problems, and apparently many more subtle problems that we never attributed to a misaligned spine. It is very difficult to know how long these problems existed, but it must have been many years since the relief we have obtained from Dr. Jeff has been invaluable.

Obviously, normal life has been impaired to the extent that we were taking OTC pain medication on a daily basis. Again, we could have never known how much this impacted our daily lives until we actually started receiving treatment from Dr. Jeff.

My wife and I never saw a doctor for our back pain. It seemed to us that this was a part of our lives and taking the OTC pain medication was also a part of that.

We have been seeing Dr. Jeff for about 3-4 months and the results have been extraordinary. No more headaches except when the barometric pressure drops. We both sleep much better. No more general soreness. No more OTC pain medications for back pain. More energy, less stress and a feeling of general wellness is now part of our lives.

Dr. Jeff and his staff have made us feel very welcome and comfortable. Dr. Jeff is always making us feel happy to be there and it is this warm hospitality that will keep us coming back for many years to come. I highly recommend Dr. Jeff to anyone seeking relief from back problems and a whole lot more. It still amazes us that so many ills the human body goes through can be relieved and correct4ed from just a 5-minute spinal adjustment.

-- Larry & Debra Jacobs

Even though, others told me chiropractic treatments helped them, I never believed it could help me. About thirty years ago, I had a back injury that resulted in surgery. I was faithful in doing my exercises and careful about lifting—and thought I had recovered completely.
About two years ago, I suffered a pinched nerve in my neck. Then my back began to ache again with pain down my leg. Many days I was unable to go to my job because of pain. I exhausted the services of my primary care physician, my orthopedist and the physical therapist. Although, the condition improved, I still found it necessary to take pain medication and still missed days from work.
In desperation, I finally saw a chiropractor. To my surprise, I found myself steadily improving and soon off all medication. After a year of chiropractic care, I am virtually pain-free and convinced that chiropractic doctors have a valuable place in medical care.

I hope it doesn’t take others thirty years to learn how important chiropractors are in maintaining a healthy body. The added bonus is: “I don’t feel as if I am over seventy years old.” Thanks Dr. Jeff and Davenport Family Chiropractic!

--Dollie Daniels

I am 25 years old. I have always been very active in sports and have been in two car accidents in the last three years. Over the past three years, I have had problems sleeping and have had back pains. I also started having problems with acid reflux. My uncle recommended seeing Dr. Jeff and said he could probably help me. Well, Dr. Jeff did! I have been seeing Dr. Jeff for only a month and I already feel a ton better. I have been sleeping through the whole night, the acid reflux has stopped, and my back pains have stopped as well. I’m so glad I started coming to Dr. Jeff’s office and realize that chiropractic care really works! Thanks a million, Dr. Jeff!

--Glenn Morris

My problems started a long time ago with an injury that happened at work. I lifted a box the wrong way and severely sprained my back. I was later diagnosed as having a pinched nerve in my lower back. This caused numbness and tingling in my right leg and lots of pain as well. When my back was at its worse, I had a hard time just walking. It is hard to walk when your leg is numb. Something as simple as rolling over in bed was painful. Also, I had migraine headaches. . I have been dealing with headaches all my life; whether from mental stress or other things. I was given drugs to take care of the pain. My life would be put on hold until my migraine would ease up. And I was having at least two per month and regular headaches at least every day. Usually I would wake up with a headache. All of the doctors that I went to would just give me more pills for my headaches and sometimes the drugs would make me feel even worse. As for my back, I was not ready for surgery yet.
I have always heard lots of good things about chiropractic care and I understood the principle of it, so I figured: “What could it hurt?!” I didn’t want to take pills for the rest of my life. So, I made an appointment at Davenport Family Chiropractic and was immediately put at ease by Dr. Jeff and his friendly staff.

I started going in regularly for adjustments. After the first adjustment, I knew that things were going to be better. I had no stiffness in my neck and no headache when I woke up the next morning. As for my lower back pain, it is getting better as well.

It is so nice to be able to move and not have pain and stiffness. I can only imagine what I will feel like when I am back up to 100%. I know one thing, I will continue with my adjustments in order to maintain my optimum health. I never want to feel like I did before I started my treatment. Now I can enjoy life pain-free and drug-free!
Thank you, Dr. Jeff and staff at Davenport Family Chiropractic!

--Janice Webb

I started coming to Dr. Jeff about a year ago. My lower back had been hurting for quite some time and my neck hurt so much when I turned my head from side to side. As time went on, the pain from my head to my lower back became so intense that my whole body ached to simply turn over in bed – I am not exaggerating!

I had NEVER been to a Chiropractor before, but I was certainly willing to give it a try. I refused to believe I “had to live with this!” because of my age…I’m still too young!

A patient of Dr. Jeff’s steered me toward Davenport Family Chiropractic. In just a few visits, all of the pain was gone…just like that. My job, now, is to stick to a regular appointment schedule of approximately every two weeks in order to maintain my well-being. Because when I don’t see Dr. Jeff on a regular basis, I suffer. The pain I used to experience gradually begins to return, forcing me back to Dr. Jeff for an adjustment. And when I get the adjustment, I feel so much better and again, the pain is gone. It’s amazing!!! I had no idea how important Chiropractic is!!!

--Katrina Evans

I can’t really pinpoint when I started experiencing difficulty —primarily hip and shoulder pain— but it was several years ago. At times, the hip pain was so severe that it interfered with my sleeping. The pain in my shoulders would increase and then decrease in severity. The mobility in my arm and shoulder area was very much affected. At times, even getting dressed was difficult.

Over the last few years —when the pain would become more severe— I had gone to two or three orthopedic specialists. I was told it was probably arthritis, and I was given anti-inflammatory drugs. These would bring some relief but only for a short period of time.
Finally, about two months ago, I went to Dr. Jeff Davenport. After a thorough exam and evaluation, he told me he believed he could help me. And he was correct!!! Since beginning treatment at Davenport Family Chiropractic, I have experienced an increase in mobility and a decrease in pain and discomfort. I would certainly recommend chiropractic care for anyone who is experiencing the same types of problems that I was having

--Mary Jo Wright

I am 62 years old. I have always worked and been a very active person. In August of 2002, I started having back and leg pains. I went to a neurosurgeon who gave me pain medication, which didn’t really help with the pain. Later that year in October, I had back surgery and was in more pain that I could hardly walk. I had no feeling in my leg and my toes. I also remained on the pain medication.
In January of 2003, after not being able to return to work, I lost my job of 10 years. In March 2003, I had a second surgery by a different doctor who told me I had two damaged nerves in my back and leg. After the second surgery, I again remained on pain medication and could only walk for three minutes without pain. Later that year, I was put on disability because I could not walk or stand for any length of time. As a result, I became depressed and continued my treatment with the pain medication.
In March 2004, my daughter told me about Dr. Jeff Davenport, whom she had been going to for migraine headaches. I made an appointment with Dr. Davenport and the healing began. It is now May 2004 and I am getting some feeling in my leg and toes. I am no longer on prescription pain medication.

I feel as if I have my life again. I wish I had known about Dr. Davenport before my first surgery and I highly recommend him to anyone for any problem! I know he’s helped me!
Thank you, Dr. Davenport!

--Nancy McElhannon

I am 26 years old. I started visiting Dr. Jeff in November of 2004. My wife originally prompted me to visit Dr. Jeff by sharing how Dr. Jeff had increased her well-being in just a couple of visits. I was introduced to Dr. Jeff and his staff at one of the Trigger Point Workshops. I was impressed at what he had to say and offer.

During this time I was suffering from lower back pain and a lack of energy. I am a full-time equine barn manager and having an efficient use of my back is very important. My lower back pain was inhibiting my ability to do my job well.
After just a few adjustments from Dr. Jeff, I noticed I was able to lift heavy objects again without the usual burning sensation. I was also able to sleep better and wake up more refreshed. Now after 7 months of treatment I feel more rested and I have more energy.
Furthermore, I am participating in the Healthy Living Program that Dr. Jeff promotes. Currently, I have lost a few pounds and I am on my way to becoming more fit. I am glad that Dr. Jeff is in my life. I feel more like my age of 26. My visits to Dr. Jeff have made my investment worth while. Thanks, Dr. Jeff!

--Nick Carden

I have enjoyed being an active person my entire life, but with that came accidents and pain. I’ve been living with spinal problems since I was in my teens and even had to have a disc removed in my early thirties. I had resigned myself to living with a lot of pain.
I couldn’t stand up straight, I limped when I walked and carried my neck crooked. My problems were compounded with health issues plus the loss of both ACL’s. I could no longer “just get through” things. My job, as a horse trainer and rider, is extremely physical, so I came with a friend to Dr. Jeff’s office and my life changed within TWO weeks!
I still have ways to go but after a month of treatment, I feel so much better! I don’t always hurt getting out of bed in the morning, I feel and walk straighter! My neck is loosening up and I am enjoying my life with better health. Thank you, Dr. Jeff!

--Pam McNair

I began treatment with Davenport Family Chiropractic approximately two months ago. I met Dr. Jeff when he spoke to our Church ladies regarding general health suggestions, including menopause. I have been having lower back pain since a fall over 35 years ago, and recently I began having tingling and numbness in my left hand and right thigh.

My quality of sleep had deteriorated to about 3 to 4 hours per night, even though I was taking Tylenol PM every night before bedtime. I began seeing Dr. Jeff three times per week for a month and could tell a difference in my lower back problems almost immediately. I have not taken an aspirin or any other medication for two months now and am sleeping through the night and getting some much needed rest.
I still have a ways to go before I can say I am completely healed, but take into account that these problems have been with me for at least 35 years. I thank Dr. Jeff and his staff for the caring and gentle treatments that are making my life much more enjoyable and pain-free!!!

--Pat Huff

Chiropractic care has improved the health of our entire family. Bruce (39) had neck, shoulder and back pain for years. He also had frequent headaches. Symptoms were relieved after the first adjustment and continue to improve. Cathy (33) had insomnia, hip pain, headaches and diarrhea. Insomnia and diarrhea ceased after the first adjustment, and the hip pain and headaches continued to decrease as well. Alex (11) has allergies and since getting adjustments, he decreased his medicine by more than half. Andy (7) and Anna (3) have seasonal allergies and frequent respiratory problems. Their medicines have been eliminated and symptoms have started but stopped in a few days as opposed to having a cold or infection with antibiotic treatment. We recommend chiropractic treatment to everyone we know because it has improved the quality of life for every member of our family!

--The Doster Family

--Tim, Nicole, Jacob, Tyler, and Hannah Rice

On April 2nd, 2003, God gave us our third child…Hannah! Our oldest child is Jacob (8), and middle child Tyler (4). Hannah is now 16 months old. From birth, Hannah has had problems with acid reflux and ear infections. Our original reason to seek chiropractic care was to help my wife’s neck problem. Boy! We were shocked to learn that Dr. Jeff felt that he could help Hannah. Hannah did not sleep at all at night. She may sleep for an hour or two and then she would be up for an hour or two. After her first adjustment, Hannah slept ALL NIGHT! Whenever Hannah has trouble sleeping…Dr. Jeff is put on the schedule for the next day. Hannah’s ears are clear, no acid reflux, and family sleep time. We praise God for our friendship and chiropractic advice we have found with the Davenport Family Chiropractic crew!