For ten years, I had battled chronic heartburn.  It kept me up at night with considerable discomfort and could even be a problem during the day.  Although particular foods certainly aggravated it, I couldn’t seem to control it with diet.  It got to the point I finally sought out a specialist.  He made no inquiries into my diet, besides telling me to avoid anything particularly problematic and prescribed medication.  On the extra strength meds, I still had to take two pills every day, with no relief in site.  I was a slave to the medication.  I had to make sure I took it with me everywhere I went or face potential pain until I could take some.  Even though the pills did help, they didn’t completely alleviate the pain and certainly didn’t solve the original problem!

            In addition to the heartburn, I had suffered from chronic illnesses since I was a child.  Strep throat in particular was a recurring problem.  I would be very sick several times a year and missed a lot of school.  As I got older, I continued to catch everything and anything that was going around.  It was normal for me to miss a couple or even a few weeks of school or work in a year.  I was frequently prescribed antibiotics, which the doctors had to keep changing.

            Within two weeks of being treated by Dr. Allen and Dr. Sharon, my heartburn disappeared!  After years of struggling with it, I was finally symptom free!  It was a relief that I didn’t have to carry medication with me everywhere I went.  Even more amazing is the fact that I haven’t been sick in the eleven months since starting care with the Dubners! 

            The treatments at Dubner Family Chiropractic are like nothing I have experienced before.  There are no cracking sounds or forceful movements at the Dubner office, as you may experience at some other chiropractors.  Their special adjustments are totally gentle!

Courtney Westendorf

Sunnyvale

 

 

When I came to the Dubners in September 2009, I had a history of grinding my teeth for seven years or more, severe headaches that had been particularly bad the past year and constipation since well before college.  I had seen my general practitioner for treatment of the headaches and a nasal spray was recommended.  I used it a few times, but did not like the idea of taking medication every time I had a headache.  I wanted a natural alternative for my body.  I also ate a lot of fiber and drank tea to try and control my constipation. 

 

After I started seeing the Dubners, I stopped grinding my teeth!  I no longer wake up in the middle of the night in terrible pain!  My headaches are much less frequent and also much less painful!  I’m also regular now for the first time in years!  My mental state is more even.  I am calmer, handle stressful situations better and sleep through the night more often!

 

I am amazed at how fast I saw results!  I am very impressed with Dr. Sharon’s amazing ability to determine what is out of balance in my body.  I had never seen that technique used before.  My two children now come here for asthma and posture.  I have and will continue to recommend Dubner Chiropractic to friends and family!

 

 

Anna Pissanetzky

 

Santa Clara Home School Mother

  

 

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

When I came to the Dubners in March of 2009, I had a history of sleep problems.  Due to stress and anxiety, I had difficulty falling asleep and had been taking Ambien for 15 years!  Within two weeks after starting with the Dubners, I felt tired enough one night to try and fall asleep without the use of medication.  I fell right to sleep!  It was amazing!  The next night, I was sleepy and again decided to skip the drug. Again, I fell right to sleep and have been Ambien-free ever since.  In addition, my quality of sleep has greatly improved.

I also suffered from uncontrollable sugar cravings for many years.  I had to have sugar after every meal and had chocolate on a daily basis, which made my blood sugar spike.  Later I would crash and have terrible headaches.  My energy was erratic throughout the day and I had to rest for a couple hours everyday after work, before I could even make dinner.  Dr. Sharon started me on the Health Rejuvenation Program and my sugar cravings disappeared!  Within the first two weeks, I was able to attend three birthday parties and an Easter celebration without having any sugar!  Upon recommendation, I have also made some other dietary changes.  I now eat lean proteins, complex carbohydrates, and ‘good’ fats with every meal.  My energy level stabilized, my mental focus is better, and the headaches disappeared!  Thanks to the Dubners, I am also totally off chocolate!

Kristen Kancler

San Francisco

Editor

Prior to coming to Dubner Family Chiropractic, I hurt my knee in November of 2008.  While I probably should have had it examined right away, I waited and then my hip and ankle also started to hurt.  I had moderate pain that disrupted my daily life.  I had difficulty hiking, gardening and even walking.  When the problems were severe enough, I came to see the Dubners in April of 2009.  Within four weeks, I was completely pain free and was able to return to my daily activities!  I was amazed that Dr. Allen’s adjustments not only treated the injured areas, but really the entire body! My pain is completely gone and I am also more flexible.  Now I continue treatments with Dr. Allen to maintain my overall health and have also started seeing Dr. Sharon for allergy treatments!  I would highly recommend the Dubners to anyone with any type of health concern!

Nancy Marcotte

Los Altos Hills

My son started having allergies when he was 4 years old.  His symptoms were sneezing, itchy, runny nose and nasal congestion.  If left untreated, it would result in an ear infection or upper respiratory infection.  He was on antibiotics every 2 months and also on steroid nasal spray for prevention of the symptoms. 

Then we heard about Dr. Sharon and started treatment with her.  After 3 months of the treatment, we were able to stop using all antibiotics and the nasal spray.  My son was feeling much better because of the treatments and special diet.  He is much better and we would like to thank Dr. Sharon for her work!

I would recommend anyone with allergies to get treatment from Dr. Sharon!  Also, one needs to have patience and allow time for the treatments to work to see the positive improvement.

Uma Balashanmugam & Son

Sunnyvale, CA

I originally started coming to Dubner Chiropractic in 2004 to alleviate hip pain, which Dr. Allen successfully treated.  One of the motivating reasons for correcting my hip problem was that we were planning on having children in the future. 

We had our first child in 2006.  It was a relatively easy pregnancy because I saw Dr. Allen from the start of the pregnancy and continued to see him after.  I believe chiropractic care is especially important during pregnancy because a woman’s hips are expanding so rapidly.  Regular visits helped my body adjust to the changes.  My midwife also highly recommended chiropractic care to help keep the baby in the correct position. 

My second pregnancy was more difficult than my first.  I had morning sickness, indigestion and more stomach irritation in general, but that cleared after only one week of visits!  I also suffered from more sinus pressure, restless leg syndrome and headaches, but I didn’t want to take medication, so chiropractic care was a great, drug-free alternative.  Dr. Allen cleared it all up! 

During the second trimester, my hips began spreading very fast.  Dr. Allen was able to show me stretches to alleviate the pain.  The totally gentle methods of Dr. Allen allowed me to be treated during the full course of my pregnancy.  The regular visits also resulted in natural births (no drugs) for both pregnancies. 

After my first pregnancy, I was told I would never fit back into my old jeans again because of the spreading of the hips, but Dr. Allen said I would.  I was ecstatic to be able to wear mine after only 8 weeks!  Now, only two weeks after my second pregnancy, I can feel my hips moving back into place already and I am continuing postpartum care.  I believe chiropractic care is especially important before, during and even after your pregnancy.  It helps your body stay in shape!

Melanie Banfield

I decided to start treatment for my TMJ. I had been suffering with TMJ problems for four years. I first went to the Orthodontist, then to a TMJ specialist at Stanford for almost a year. Since seeing the specialist, he gave me a mouth splint. Wearing the splint at the beginning was ok but with time it would wake me up in the middle of the night and make tension in my shoulder and neck. Since I started treatment with Dr. Allen, I now only wear the splint 30% of the time and I am able to sleep through the night with no problems. Also, all the pain in my neck and shoulder is gone too. In addition to my TMJ problem going away, I was amazed that my severe headaches with my menstrual cycle are totally gone. The headaches were so bad it would make it difficult to take care of my family. When I started the treatment, I also had my daughters start too.
Both of my daughters had suffered from foot problems. Anjali, my oldest, had flat feet and because of this her feet hurt a lot. Ananya, my eight year old daughter, had pointed feet. She had a hard time running. Since their treatment with Dr. Allen they both are feeling better. Their posture is better and are able to run faster and longer. They are both thrilled that their feet are better and so happy with what Dr. Allen and Dr. Sharon have done for them.
We are all amazed on how much we have improved over the short period of time we have been seeing the doctors. We feel with the doctor’s adjustments and the talks about living a natural and healthy life that we are on the right path of living a better life. And as my daughters Ananya and Anjali say, “I believe that anyone who comes in this center won’t leave without ringing the miracle bell”.

Vathsala Bhat (mother), Anjali Bhat (12 yrs.) Ananya Bhat (8 yrs.)

Sebastian had environmental allergies since he was born. His symptoms included being allergic to grass and weather changes (air pressure). His most severe time of the year was the fall which would make him wheeze and cough. Before coming to Dubner Family Chiropractic, Sebastian was being seen by a pediatrician allergy doctor who had him on four different types of medication everyday. The medications included two different types of steroids and an inhaler.

Since he has been coming to Dubner Family Chiropractic all of his symptoms have gone away. He is now on no medication and his wheezing has gone away completely. Since he has been coming to see the doctors, he is able to play all of his sports without wheezing, breathing problems or any medication. He is able to be out in cold mornings and around grass again. Since Sebastian has gotten relief from his symptoms there is less stress for his family and Sebastian is happier.  

We are able to go on vacations to visit our family on the east coast and in Puerto Rico with Sebastian feeling fine in the humid, hot weather, and air conditioning. He is so happy to be feeling better and tells his friends to get help if they are suffering from allergies.

Sebastian Casellas and Laura Casellas (Sebastian mother)

San Jose, California

I was involved in a car accident that had my leg pinned between two car bumpers. After a lot of physical therapy and visits to an Orthopedic Surgeon there was still pain and swelling in my leg. My roommate, who is a patient of the Dubners, referred me to the office. I am so glad she did because after three weeks of adjustments the pain and swelling in my leg are gone!

I would like to say that I love the office staff and the warm welcome that I always receive! ! !

 Estelle Robertson

For years I have had cold hands and feet as well as cracked and peeling fingernails. After just three treatments with Dr. Sharon, my hands and feet are much warmer and my fingernails have greatly improved.

Thank you Dr. Sharon!

 Coralyn Lundell