The entire Schramm Family, Melissa and her husband, Ed, and her children – Edward, Miranda and Brandi – have all received chiropractic care from Dr. Johnson.  “I have a son who plays hockey, two in kung fu, and an active baby, so it’s very important to have someone treating our family who is good with kids.”  Our medical doctor keeps telling me ‘I don’t know what your chiropractor is doing, but keep doing it.’”

Melissa was introduced to chiropractic services at a very young age due to a knee injury playing soccer in 7th grade.  “At that time” she says “my Grandmother took me to a chiropractor to avoid a serious surgery.”  Melissa found Dr. Johnson through her kids’ teacher.  Her husband’s back hurt to the degree that he couldn’t even go to work.  Their current chiropractor couldn’t manage his physical size easily.   “Dr. Johnson’s sports background and working with large athletes made a big difference to my husband’s comfort and successful treatments.”

Melissa herself has been in several car accidents and had final given up the idea of living free of pain around her neck and shoulders.  “I couldn’t raise my hands above my head.  I couldn’t even brush my hair without pinching a nerve.”  When she felt the beginning of pain, she would limit herself to avoid it.  She gave up sports because of the risk of injury.  The risk of pain wasn’t worth it.

After working with Dr. Johnson, Melissa reports that she doesn’t even think about pain any more.  “I’ve gotten back to where I feel human again after living with intermittent pain for over 16 years.  Even going to other chiropractors never got me the relief I feel now.”

“I highly recommend Dr. Johnson because he’s open and he listens.  He is thorough and checks beyond the immediate problem for solutions.”  Dr. Johnson can adjust anything, not just my back.  One of the messages I send to friends and family is that you don’t have to get hurt to get checked out.  Getting checked out ahead of time avoids misaligning the spine even more.”

Nancy Eaton has been an athlete all of her life.   However, her first meeting with Dr.Johnson was not as a result of an athletic injury.  She had badly sprained her ankle from falling backward off her front porch while watering plants.

“I met Dr. Johnson through my husband’s business networking group.  During our first meeting, he was extremely knowledgeable and very articulate about what the problem was and what needed to be done about it.”  Nancy appreciated that Dr. Johnson took the time to explain the treatment in depth and also used a model to help her understand the exact situation she was facing.  By providing guidelines on how to care for the ankle, including exercises and treatments, she was able to get back to her normal routine quickly.

Nancy is challenged with a sciatic condition that causes pain in her back.  One of her favorite sports, kayaking, can be a big issue without proper treatment. “Dr. Johnson has a wonderful, gentle way of working with people.  He also develops a plan.  When I am well, he never suggests another ten or twenty sessions, a common practice with other chiropractors I’ve worked with.”

What does Nancy like best about Dr. Johnson’s approach to wellness?  “I know that Dr. Johnson has my best interests at heart.  It’s not just about the dollars.”   “For the first time in my life, I use a chiropractor, Dr. Johnson, as my primary care doctor.  I always go to him first with anything that affects body mechanics.“

Nancy highly recommends Dr. Johnson to ensure an active lifestyle can be enjoyed to the fullest.

Two and a half years ago, Kristen decided to become a triathlete.  Soon after, she started having bad headaches while cycling, along with other aches and pains.  Rather than accepting extreme amounts of pain, she sought Dr. Johnson’s help.

“Most people think that chiropractors just do adjustments, but what I needed was someone who could also find the muscles where the pain originated and then work on those muscles.  I wanted to find the trigger points in order to prevent pain in the future.  Dr. Johnson provided non-medical solutions to conditioning the muscles to avoid injuries altogether.  For a triathlete, this is huge!  When I go in completely beat up with a race coming up shortly, Dr. Johnson not only adjusts me but schedules the daily regime I can do myself to ensure I can compete comfortably.”

Another benefit Kristen reports is that Dr. Johnson listens.  “Regardless of what he thinks is a good idea, he will help you figure out the best way for your body to achieve it.”  This was the case when Kristen and her soon-to-be husband scheduled a marathon the day after their wedding.  The day of her wedding, she made an appointment with Dr. Johnson who prepared her for the marathon the following day.   “The garter removal process during the wedding was a real laugh for everyone present.”

Kristen’s Major Races and Events Since Working With Dr. Johnson

• Ironman 70.3 – California
• Avalon50 – ultramarathon
• San Diego Rock ‘n Roll Marathon
• Wildflower half-ironman
• Next event – Ironman St. George