Testimonials

"Dr. Doug is very knowledgeable, thorough, innovative and most importantly he really listens. He has the gift of being able to carry his skill in his hands. I highly recommend him and that's why I trust him with my spine."

Gloria Meyer MD

Diplomate American College of Sports Medicine

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Shiroko Sokitch MD

Heart to Heart Medical Center, Novato, CA

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USA Judo Black belt with Severe Neck Pain

"I had severe neck pain, and after several sessions with Dr. DeSalvo, I can say with total confidence that my pain is 100% gone. I believe he is very competent in his field, and I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone."

-David Matsumoto, Director of Training, USA Judo

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I got my life back after living with lower back pain for 25 years with Spinal Decompression!

My name is Jeanette. I have been living with lower back pain for over 25 years. There wasn't any relief after having surgery and shots and living on pain pills everyday. Finally, my husband insisted that I see Dr. DeSalvo to see if spinal decompression therapy would help. My husband had been seeing Dr. DeSalvo for his lower back and neck pain and was also able to get pain free. The first thing Dr. DeSalvo did was a complete exam including x-rays and then he explained what was going on with my back in simple terms so I could understand. Dr. DeSalvo was sure that spinal decompression would help me. Not only did it help, but I can honestly say that I no longer take any pain medication. I am now able to work every day without lower back pain. I am also going to Pilates twice a week and enjoying it.

Thanks to Dr. DeSalvo I am now enjoying my life. I would and do highly recommend him to anyone that has been living with back pain.

(SEE JEANETTE'S BEFORE AND AFTER X-RAYS SHOWING A MARKED INCREASE IN HER L5-S1 DISC SPACE AFTER DECOMPRESSION THERAPY.) GO TO CASE STUDY UNDER THE SPINAL DECOMPRESSION TAB.

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My Chronic Neck Pain, Headaches and Lower Back Pain are Gone!

I came to Dr DeSalvo's with a complaint of chronic headaches, lower back, mid back pain, neck pain and shoulder pain. I had pain since I was age 10, so 15 years. I was evaluated by a medical back specialist and a few different chiropractors. They told me that I had a short leg and scoliosis. However, I was only able to achieve temporary relief and I could never get rid of my pain.

A friend referred me to Dr. DeSalvo. I was skeptical because I had been to other chiropractors without significant benefit. But, since a friend spoke so highly of Dr. DeSalvo, I decided to give him a try.

I was evaluated and started treatment in January of 2010. The treatment consisted of Dr. DeSalvo's system of care consisting of manual chiropractic care, muscle work, exercise, nutrition with omega 3's and the head weight training. The results are that I have no more headaches! No more shooting pain or sharp pain up my back and I can sit and stand for a long time. I can now walk without hip pain as well.

I am very thankful!

Janny M June 2010

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Ruptured Disc

"Approximately 12 years ago, I ruptured a disc at L4/L5 and had a discectomy performed. Over the last twelve years I've felt a large amount of scar tissue around my surgical incision. This tissue felt very tight and sore to the touch. Additionally, I had an MRI and was told I have severe degenerative disc disease and several bulging discs. About 5 months ago I started experiencing thigh pain and a burning sensation down my right leg. My lower back has felt very tight and somewhat sore for years. In early December I started receiving back decompression treatments. Small, but noticeable improvements started within the first week of treatment. These improvements continued throughout the entire 8 week program. I attribute this treatment regime to the following:

Lower back tightness and soreness-98% improved.
Tightness from mass of scar tissue completely eliminated.
Leg pain and burning sensation-95% eliminated.

Yesterday, I had an aggressive 5 mile (2 hour) hike over very hilly terrain. When I awoke this morning, my back and leg felt better than they felt in over 6 months. I haven't been able to walk over this terrain and experience no pain in ov er 6 months. I can't wait to resume golf, biking and more hiking!" -J. Richter

Ruptured Disc and Severe Disc Degeneration Causing Back and Leg Pain

"My name is Kelly C. I came to Back in Motion Spinal Decompression Center to treat my
back and leg pain. I found out that I had a lumbar disc herniation causing the sciatica.
I decided to try the DRX9000 Spinal Decompression program. Before the treatment my pain levels were severe and I could not walk, sleep in my bed and it was very difficult to do simple tasks like putting my clothes on. In addition, I had a severe tilt of my body to the right. I have completed the treatment and I am relatively pain free, I have full function and no longer have sciatica. It is nice to be able to do the things you take for granted." -Kelly C.

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Dear Dr. Doug,

I would like to thank you for the help you have given me. After suffering with my back, off and on, for a number of years it is nice to be able to move and train for the triathlons that I compete in. Actually I wasn't able to train before I started coming to your office. Coaching swimmers at the University of California, Berkeley, we are always looking for always to increase performance. With my understanding of the help that I have received personally, I understand why so many athletes use chiropractic help in their respective sports.

Thanks again,

Kim Musch, Assistant Coach/UC Berkeley Mens Swimming 1989

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Auto Accident

"I recently came to see Dr. DeSalvo for an injury caused by an auto accident. About five years ago I fell at work and injured my neck. I found out I had a herniated disc in my neck and this caused pain to radiate down my arm and into my hand. The recent car accident aggravated my neck pain and arm pain. Dr DeSalvo treated me with the Myokinesthetic System and my neck pain and arm pain is now 80% better after only 10 sessions. "I am very thankful for finding Dr. DeSalvo; he has made my life so much better. I can now move my neck, and bend over without any trouble. I am stronger, more flexible and work is easier. I sleep better and my husband has noticed that I am much happier." -Shelly K.

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Sleepless Nights

"Before I was a patient of Dr DeSalvo, I was in an accident some years ago and so as a result had surgery on my right femur. I never received physical therapy and walked with my right foot severely pointing to the right. Now after over 10 years my lower back started giving me sleepless nights of pain and it hurt to stand, sit, even lie down in certain positions. I came to Dr DeSalvo and he immediately assessed what was wrong, started the Myokinesthetic program and I immediately felt relief! I sang his praises to every body I knew who I thought could benefit and he received 2 referrals including my mom! I had treatment for 4 weeks and now I can sit and stand for long periods, sleep soundly, and my foot is actually starting to point straight even when the Doctors informed me that I may never walk straight! I feel like I'm walking on air when I leave his office.
Thanks Dr DeSalvo!"

Cheryl

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85 Year Old with Lower Back Pain

"I became a patient of Dr. DeSalvo's in February of 2006. I have had chronic moderate lower back pain for 15 years. I have gone to physical therapists, chiropractors and acupuncturists over the last 15 years with minimal relief. Dr. DeSalvo treated me with the Myokinesthetic System. I noticed substantial immediate relief after the first session. My pain is nearly gone now after only 6 sessions.

This is nothing short of a miracle!"

Jack P.