Patient of the Month: Darlene M. - FOOT NEUROPATHY
"Prior to coming to the office, I was going to numerous doctors and trying to figure out what was causing the severe and constant tingling pain in both feet. No one had been able to figure out a cause for the neuropathy in my feet. I could not take one step without being aware of the pain. Having a teaching position that required constant walking, the work day was very difficult. Over the past eight months, God has blessed me with the care and expertise given by Dr. Amanda Jordan and my primary care physician. By listening to their wisdom and submitting to their care, I can now walk for 1-2 miles twice a week without extreme pain. This is truly an answer to my prayers! I used to walk 4 miles every day for the past 25 years. So, I’m not where I used to be but I’m hoping by God’s kindness and the expertise of Dr. Amanda Jordan I’ll be walking long distances again!"
Linda Donaldson - MIGRAINES
"Hi! I'm Linda Donaldson and I have been a patient at Jordan Family Chiropractic for almost three months. I sought out chiropractic care because my migraines had become so severe and frequent. Sadly I was out of commission about once a week for at least 24 hours. More and more frequently my husband had to take me to the ER for IV narcotics and fluids. That was our last option after Imitrex and other prescription pain killers didn't work anymore. I also saw the effect my migraines were having on our kids. It had become commonplace for the kids to be told "I'm sorry but you can't see Mama, she had a headache." In fact, if either of them ever saw me resting the immediate question was "Oh Mama, do you have a headache again?"
Since I have begun seeing Dr. Amanda Jordan my migraines have diminished slowly and surely. (I am certain she is in as much of a hurry to see them go as I am.) I have now been able to go a couple weeks headache free, and when they do occur they are tolerable -even without medication. (What a change!) Amanda's support and compassion have been incredibly refreshing and sincere. Her approach to chiropractic care is very different from all the others I have experienced. Dr. Amanda is very precise in her adjustments and excellent in her technique. She has an amazing amount of knowledge as to the "why" of what is happening and determining the source of the problem. ~And is able to communicate it all so clearly. I am so grateful for the excellent care and kindness I have received at Jordan Family Chiropractic."
Baby Abby Z. - PROJECTILE VOMITTING Avery Z. - CONSTIPATION
"At just two days old my daughter, Abby, was showing signs of acid reflux. She would breastfeed wonderfully and then minutes after finishing would projectile vomit all over me and her self. It was a sad scene seeing all this liquid coming out of such a small child. It was then followed by crying that at times was almost inconsolable. I had never see acid reflux before, but had heard stories from my friends whose children also had it. I contacted Dr. Amanda Jordan in hopes that an adjustment would improve the acid reflux. After a few adjustments the projectile vomiting lessened. I knew the adjustments were working because we went out of town for a week and missed our bi-weekly visits with Dr. Amanda. The weeks vacation resulted in three episodes. We returned to our scheduled appointment after our trip and things have been great since. Dr. Amanda is very gentle in her adjustments and we were able to avoid having to medicate such a small child. I highly recommend every parent to consider chiropractic care for their children as it has been a lifesaver for Abby and my family." - Casie Z.
[Dr's Update: Abby is now 4.5 months old and doing wonderful with the spaced out checkups.]
"My daughter Avery, now 18 months old, has been attending my chiropractic visit to see Dr. Amanda Jordan since she was about 4 months old. With a developing immune system, I have found the adjustments that she receives to be very beneficial. It was around 9 months when we began to introduce solid food that she experienced constipation for the first time. I contacted Dr. Jordan to see if an adjustment would be something that could ease her discomfort. I was amazed at what a difference a small adjustment made. Needless to say, my daughter made up for lost time and my husband and I changed more than our normal share of diapers in the days following the adjustment." - Casie Z
Seana R. - DYSFUNCTIONAL IMMUNE SYSTEM, MIGRAINES
"Before I started getting adjusted regularly, I would let my pain drive me to the Chiropractor. I never realized that getting adjusted at least once a week would significantly reduce all of my pain and symptoms, improving my overall health.
I was suffering from extreme migraines that were greatly affecting my daily life at least twice a week. As the headaches were becoming more severe, so was my pain. I would lose my appetite, had terrible sleeping patterns, and even being labeled as someone with “a bad immune system” as I was always sick. I was still receiving treatments for a blood disorder up until a month before starting as a patient at Jordan Family Chiropractic.
I was receiving little to no results with “traditional medication” and figured that any other routes were at least going to rule out treatment possibilities. Dr. Amanda started me out with Standard Process Supplements and adjusting three times weekly, decreasing weekly visits over time. Within weeks, my symptoms were done. My headaches had been cut down to only four or five within five months. My whole body and the way it was functioning had improved.
Maintaining a regular visit schedule, I am able to maintain my pain and keep it to a minimum. Something I never had the privilege of before. I am also able to ask Dr. Amanda millions of questions, covering every topic when it comes to my heath. She is always happy to help me find answers, and work my treatment for me, which has been able to change my whole life. "
Scott S. - DIGESTIVE ISSUES, ALLERGIES
For the past few years I have developed back pain while running. In fact exercise in general brought pain that I decided to live with due to unsuccessful treatments with other Doctors that used muscle relaxers and pain relievers to treat me. It was time to go down a different path of treatment than before. I heard some folks in run club talking about their experiences with Dr Amanda Jordan. The practice was highly recommended by several people so I gave her a call.
In the first visit the Doctor took X-rays of my spine and after finding some issues which she explained in detail. She then talked about how she was going to approach the problems. After a few visits and some time educating me as to the process of what was taking place with my spine, the pain lessened and I am running better than I have in a long time with no pain. Dr Jordan is also treating me with supplements to help with allergies and digestive issues. I have seen positive results in these treatments as well.
The treatments were effective and I experienced results in less time than I could have imagined. I was waiting for some long drawn out treatment plan that was going to force me to lose work time. Instead I found a practice that is very flexible with schedules and gets down to the nuts and bolts of the problem with no huge sales pitch. I would describe the quality of care as caring, efficient, educational and effective.
Darryl T. - PAIN
After working around the house, my back was knocked out of whack and I was having a hard time walking. In fact, I had to crawl up the stairs in my home on both Sat and Sunday. On Monday, I called Dr Amanda Jordan and she was able to squeeze me in around 10am that morning. It was the best call I made. My pain was rated at a 10 on a scale of 10!
Dr Jordan has been an amazing help to me. She thoroughly explained the issues and walked me through the x-rays. She gave me tips for eliminating the pain beyond the normal visits and tips for how to live a more healthy lifestyle when it comes to my lower back. Absolutely, the pain started going away in a very short time frame and I was able to return to work rather quickly. The quality of care was more than I expected. Thank you Dr. Amanda Jordan
Cory V. - MIGRAINES AND HEADACHES
I started seeing Dr. Jordan July 2010. I went to her seeking relief of my headaches and migraines. I had approximately 2 migraines every month. They were very severe and would last for 2 days and were followed by a headache for a day or so. My symptoms were seeing spots, pressure behind my left eye and extreme light and sound sensitivity. Since seeing Dr. Jordan both the frequency and severity have drastically decreased.
In addition to my headaches, I also have received adjustments for my jaw which would frequently pop and cause pain making eating difficult. In the beginning treatment was frequent as required, but Dr. Jordan is constantly striving to find the balance between frequency and required treatment. Dr. Jordan's primary concern is individual progress and health, and she goes beyond the symptoms to look at the root of the problem to determine the best way to increase my quality of life.
Anonymous - DEGENERATIVE DISC DISEASE
[This Patient requests to be anonymous due to their personal situation. She has been suffering from pain for the past 9 months. After 3 months of pain, she saw a non-specific chiropractor and actually got worse. Sadly the Chiropractor that she saw was the one she works for. After the past 6 months she has continued to suffer and finally decided to search out a Gonstead Chiropractor. She noticed a remarkable decrease in her pain and an increase in her ability to do daily activities.]
The problems that brought me in to see Dr. Jordan was the fact that no other chiropractors were hearing me because they were not truly “taking the time to listen.” Dr. Jordan really takes the time to listen, truly listen. I feel like with the other D.C.’s my treatment was being put in a box. Meaning I wasn’t a quick fix case and the usual adjustments were not working. I was actually getting worse. Dr. Jordan has you in a gown in order to “see” your back. Because of that she could see swelling; she could see the path of red dots where a nerve was being pinched.
In 2000 I was diagnosed with degenerative disc disease. I am very physically active and because I was getting worse I had to stop exercising. Even using my right leg to push off with and just go up steps hurt.
Because of Dr. Jordan’s caring nature I have started to have days where I can walk, stretch, go up steps without straining or painful tightness. I can even do something so easy as to pivot! My right leg and hip would catch so bad with such an intense grabbing strain that because Dr. Jordan takes the time to listen. I can now, without even thinking about it pivot and turn with no problem.
Gina M. - HERNIATED DISC
I started seeing Dr. Jordan in December of 2009. I was previously diagnosed with a herniated disc. I had been treated for several months prior to seeing Dr. Jordan to no avail. I am very active and an avid runner but this injury significantly reduced my activity and completely halted my running. Running had always been a large part of my life and is something that I enjoy very much. My goal was just to get back to running but eventually the pain and discomfort were altering my everyday life and kept me from being able to complete the simplest of tasks.
Through Dr. Jordan’s adjustments, advice and holistic approach to health a good portion of my pain and discomfort were resolved very quickly. I was able to return to doing most of the activities that I had previously engaged in and was back to running in no time! With her care I was able to progress to the distances that I had been running previously and recently finished a full marathon. This was such an amazing accomplishment for me as I was beginning to question my future running career. I now feel healthier and stronger than I have in a long time and am better equipped to resolve any flare ups as they occur.
Dr Jordan has played a tremendous role in enabling me to resolve my back pain. She has always been very patient with me and willing to answer any and all questions that I have. I feel as though she truly cares about me and my health. Her approach to health and wellness is education of the patient which has always been my belief. The knowledge she has provided me with has enabled me to take better care of myself.
Chrystal S. - ACTIVE LIFESTYLE
"I have had a need for Chiropractic Services for many years.
In January of 2008 I moved back to Iowa and went to the Palmer College of Chiropractic to obtain services. There my husband and I met many different students and have grown fond of Amanda and her careful touch. My difficulties have always been the result of my active lifestyle. I enjoy working around the house and having moved and the work involved with moving has brought me to her attention. I only wish I could move with her as she is going on her own to far for me to be her patient. Her skills and her training have given me great relief. I wish her well and hope that my travels will enable both my husband and I to meet with her again."
Diane McMillian - PAIN
"I need to let you know that without the adjustments you made prior to my leaving on this whirlwind trip, I would never have been able to sit comfortably in the truck for the 12 hour trip. That also goes for the 4 hour plane ride that followed. Thank you again for your expertise."
"For years I have suffered from daily headaches that I attributed to holding stress in my shoulders. After being diagnosed with arthritis in my neck, physical therapists told me that I was too young to have these problems in my spine and I felt I would just have to get use to the pain. Before meeting Dr. Amanda, I wasn't sold on the idea of chiropractic. Her gentle encouragement and promise of relief left me with no excuses. After my first visit, the troublesome vertebrae was set back into place and I was amazed that the headaches, went away. During my visits I learned how a lower back injury many years ago more than likely caused the deterioration in my upper disks and taht I didn't have to accept the consequences. Dr. Amanda is extremely knowledgeable and explains everything in ways that are easy to understand."