Mother & Daughter

Jacqui & Krysia Dennis - (Canterbury)

 

"At first I was reluctant, imagined it to be 'another' treatment that probably would not work." Jacqui Dennis

Jacqui Dennis - Age 56 (Housewife)

At the age of 37 and having had an X-ray (for a kidney problem), my G.P. informed me, that a 'worn disc' in my spine had also shown up. Having had many bouts of severe back pain over the years and trying many different treatments, none of them seemed to bring any long-term relief. It was some years later that I came across Dr. Christian Farthing and his Clinical Assistant at the Wyevale Garden Centre near Canterbury. As I would later find out, Dr. Farthing believes in educating the community, promoting 'wellness' through spinal adjustments and spinal health care.

At first I was reluctant, imagined it to be 'another' treatment that probably would not work. However, thanks to my daughter, Krysia, (who was with me at the time), we both made appointments for a more thorough assessment at the Ideal Spine Centre. X-rays were taken of my spine, including my lower back area and neck. I received an in-depth discussion of my results and a personalised program of care to help correct my problem for the future. This was my first ever introduction to 'Vertebral Subluxation'.

Dr. Farthing's approach to keeping the spine/nervous system/organs healthy through regular ongoing adjustments was a new concept to me. I became a patient and practice member in July 2004. After some weeks of adjustments, I noticed a difference, improvement in my back and lessening of the migraines I regularly suffered from. At the moment I am awaiting an operation for a 'new' knee joint, but having weekly adjustments keeps my body and spine in alignment and makes movement easier. Dr. Christian keeps me mobile. There is always a friendly welcome and a professional and caring attitude always shown when I attend the Centre.

 

"I became a patient and practice member in July 2004. After some weeks of adjustments, I noticed a difference, improvement in my back and lessening of the migraines I regularly suffered from."

Krysia Dennis - Age 26 (Clerical Assistant)

I started suffering with severe pain when I was 14 years old after I fell off a horse and landed in a seated position, which jarred my back. After two weeks of agony I decided I hadn't just bruised myself and went to see my doctor. He told me that he knew what I'd done by the way I was sitting (I was leaning to one side and tipping forward). He then showed me a model of a coccyx and said that I had probably broken mine but there wasn't anything that could be done for it. The hospital could confirm it with an x-ray but they couldn't really put my bum in plaster! It was especially bad when I started working in an office sitting for long periods of time as after only a few minutes I would get an intense pain in my lower back . I also suffered with stiff neck and shoulders, and pins and needles in my arms . I used to have to always carry strong pain killers with me as I also suffered regular migraines and daily headaches.

Eight years after hurting my back I went to my current doctor and explained that I had hurt my back years ago but received no help at the time, was still suffering and that several people I'd spoken to had received physiotherapy for back problems. He put me on a very long waiting list and eventually I had five treatments and was taught exercises to help strengthen my back. Immediately after the treatments I felt great but that soon wore off. After doing the exercises for a long time after finishing seeing the physiotherapist, my back was still no better.

"I've always believed the spine is very important for good health but didn't know exactly how it could be affected until I attended Dr. Farthing's talks."

I found out about the Ideal Spine Centre whilst shopping at the Wyevale Garden Centre where they were doing a screening day. I had a spine and posture assessment there and then, and booked in for a full assessment with x-rays for the following week. I found out I had a military 'straight' neck (a normal neck should have a nice "C" curve in it to act as a shock absorber) , five subluxations (a misalignment of the spine that interferes with nerves running form your brain through your spine to your organs) , two of which were severe and that I was carrying over a stone and a half more on my left side.

Shortly after starting to have adjustments I noticed a big difference. My shoulders and neck felt free, I felt like I was naturally sitting upright and could breath properly . Several years into having regular adjustments and I feel great. I have no pain or stiffness when sitting or pins and needles in my arms. I haven't had the daily headaches or migraines and have got rid of all the painkillers!

What I really like about the Ideal Spine Centre is that the treatment makes sense, it's scientific and there is a plan of treatment which is designed to correct the problem and not just make it feel better. When I first started getting adjusted, I went online and searched for both spine and subluxation correction and wellness care. I found lots of interesting websites. I've always believed the spine is very important for good health but didn't know exactly how it could be affected until I attended Dr. Farthing's talks.

 

"Several years into having regular adjustments and I feel great. I have no pain or stiffness when sitting or pins and needles in my arms. I haven't had the daily headaches or migraines and have got rid of all the painkillers!" Krysia Dennis