Last fall I began to experience some significant pain and numbness in my right hip and leg down to my knee. The pain started out as periodic but became more constant and at times was a very sharp stinging pain from my hip to my knee.

After about 25 treatments the pain is almost completely gone and the numbness has subsided considerably. I am so glad that I came in to check it out and I am so grateful to Dr. Chang for providing me with this relief I am now getting cervical treatment and my neck is beginning to fell better. Thanks again!!!

Michael M; Renton, WA

I Suffered from a sever compression injury to my spine in 1948 and again in 1949. Ever since I've had back pain relieved only partially and only briefly by every kind of muscle therapy, chiropractic, and acupuncture treatment. In June 2005, I began having excruciating pain in my left low back, which I thought was from a bulging disc. I was able to relieve the pain by the sort of maneuver that coaxes a disc back into position. This meant suddenly flopping into a chair, or stopping at the side of the road and getting out of the car...

I had my first treatment on Monday and had virtually no pain, and certainly no severe pain, until Saturday evening --- and was able to relieve that quickly (within seconds instead of minutes). I'm less than half-way through the program at the Non-Surgical Spine Care Center and continue to have much less pain: less often, less severe, more easily relieved. Without a bulging disc but essentially no disc space between three lumbar vertebrae - the eensy discs remaining seem to be healing!

A couple of weeks before beginning treatment (decompression), I started having numbness and tingling in my hands and stabbing pains in my chest. Cervical decompression has cleared up those symptoms almost 100%, starting with the first treat. No head sling, as used by physical therapists which causes TMJ problems!

Eleanor H; Langley, WA

After my 5th treatment, I can't begin to believe how much BETTER I feel. I have been in excruciating lumber pain for 5 months. I was unable to walk over a block and at 68 years of age, I was really worried about ending up in a wheelchair. I did not want surgery (except as a last resort). I felt immediate relief after my first treatment and now I know I will only continue to improve - This is NOT Voo Doo Medicine - It is Space Age technology! I am writing a letter to Maria Cantwell asking her to make insurance companies cover this valuable and safe treatment!!!

Gail P; Maple Valley, WA

Before I started care with the Non-Surgical Spine Care Center I was in pain 24/7. I had pain in any position in bed. I could not find any comfortable position to sleep. My quality of life was not what it is now. I am now able to do more activities and after just (4) visits able to dress myself, walk and in general manage activities that would have otherwise always been associated with pain. I know now that I am making a commitment to exercise more to make my back stronger. The Non-Surgical Spine Care Center gave me the motivation to try again to avoid surgery!

Oleg N; Bellevue, WA

"I worked at construction industry and one day I woke up with excruciating low back pain and could not sit or drive due to pain. I tried chiropractic, acupuncture, massage therapies for a few weeks but could not get the relief I wanted. Then, a friend of mine told me about Non-Surgical Spine Care Center. After a few treatments, my pain level has gone down siginificantly. Now I am able to drive and sit down with little pain."

Chong K; Bellevue, WA

I have been very active and used to exercise all the time to keep myself in shape. Little did I know that I had a chronic disc problem silently developing in my neck. About three months ago, one day I suddenly felt my arms and legs paralyzed and eventually was not able to walk. I went to see my Dr. who advised an MRI was needed of my neck that showed 70% occlusion in my nerve hole with sever disc herniation. My primary care doctor recommended I see a neurologist for a consult. I also saw two other specialists to obtain a second opinion. They all told me to get neck surgery right away. They advised that with little impact to my neck, I could become completely paralyzed. Surgery was my last option and I wanted to try other non-surgical therapies. During my short research, I saw the Non-Surgical Spine Care Center Ad on a Korean newspaper, which stated that disc problems could be treated with 86% success rate. So with a little bit of hope, I decided to give it a shot. Well, to my amazement, after the second treatment, I was able to walk normally on my feet and after the 9th treatment I am feeling almost 90% well and confident that I can be completely healed without the surgery. I thank you Dr. Chang and I sincerely would like to encourage anyone to try decompression therapy before putting yourself under the knife.

David Y; Portland Oregon

"After ten to fifteen years of low back pain and pain in my right leg, and being under the care of many other therapies, I was no logner getting relief and I heard of Non-Surgical Spine Care Center. I went to the clinic for about 25 treatments. I now have virtually no low back pain and my leg pain is minimal."

Gary S; Renton, WA

I met Dr. Chang at a Christmas show in Tacoma in 2007. I've had major back problems since 1984. I've lived in pain everyday since. The pain level on a one to ten scale has been a 10. I have had three treatments now and the pain has gone down to a three. I have better mobility and flexibility. I'd like to thank Dr. Chang and his staff for all they're doing for me. Without his help I don't know what would have happened to me. Thank You Dr. Chang!

Edwin D; Tacoma, WA

I came in with my husband after the Bellevue Home Show because he was so impressed with what he saw. I have gone to chiropractic for a long time and was happy but they hadn't been able to help me with my tail bone problem.

I was also impressed and started treatment the next week. After one appointment I could feel the difference. By the end of the second treatment I felt taller and at the end of the third treatment I had no more pain in my tail bone. Thirty years ago I had been bucked off a horse and really compressed my back. If I walked or sat some time I couldn't get up because of the pain. Two years ago I re-injured my tail bone and could never sit on the floor or ride a bike. Since treatments I have been able to walk without pain and have started to ride my bike again. I stand taller, have no pain and want others to have the joy of a pain free life that I now enjoy.

Karen C; Issaquah, WA

"I worked at construction industry and one day I woke up with excruciating low back pain and could not sit or drive due to pain. I tried chiropractic, acupuncture, massage therapies for a few weeks but could not get the relief I wanted. Then, a friend of mine told me about Non-Surgical Spine Care Center. After a few treatments, my pain level has gone down significantly. Now I am able to drive and sit down with little pain."

Chong K; Bellevue, WA

I have not had my normal night leg cramps for about one month since I started my treatments at the Non-Surgical Spine Care Center.

Harriet B; Bellevue, WA

After my first session, I experienced a great sensation of not having any pain. Having lived with pain in my lower back for so long it was amazing to get a night of restful pain free sleep. The spinal column reload occurred; it was a shock to feel the difference between the one session and my "normal life".

It has now been about five weeks and I can noticeably tell I am having good days and bad days. The pain used to be a wide area of burning sensation in my lower back around my waist. Now the pain is more localized toward my spine. For the most part, sitting and walking have not caused me any major problems recently. I used to strain my back muscles quite frequently but now I'm going several days before the strain and stiffness affect me.

John S; Woodinville, WA

Thank you for providing me with your Non-Surgical Decompression Spine therapy for my condition diagnosed as Lumbar Spinal Stenosis. I was diagnosed with this condition about 2 years ago and have been provided with therapy that included, physical therapy, anti-inflammatory drugs and exercises with limited improvement. My activities were becoming limited because of the pain and discomfort in my back when I walked or participated in physical activity such as lifting and carrying objects that were not very heavy.

With a series of decompression treatments my back became less painful and I am now able to walk for longer distances and carry heavier weights. In addition, my height increased by one and three quarter inches. I think I am on the road to recovery and your decompression therapy helped a lot.

Norm C,; Fall City, WA

I played collegiate sports and have participated in competitive sports all my life. I'm a jock. Can't change that, it's what I do. An unfortunate byproduct of my passion for running, kicking, throwing and hitting, is a long list of injuries: surgeries on my knee, hand and foot, in addition to many broken bones, torn ligaments, sprains and pulls. All of these mishaps have healed nicely with rehab and aside from a couple of dead nerves I'm 100% and still active in competitive amateur sports. However, to my disappointment I have never been able to manage the injury to my back. MRI's have shown 2 herniated discs in my lower back. I've aggravated the injury often. There have been many times where I've had pain that has left me lying on my back with knees up for three days at a time. My back was sore for 15 years.

I've tried chiropractic manipulation, acupuncture, deep tissue massage, injection therapy and every form of stretching and exercise published. I've been very close to the surgical solution more than once but I've never had a physician tell me with confidence whether I'd be better off for it, or worse.

When I heard of decompression therapy and looked into the process I felt it had potential as something that could help. Any alternative to surgery appealed to me and I found that stretching my back with inversion therapy provided some relief but in the end was impractical and made my head hurt.

I was fairly skeptical after getting only moderate relief after about 8 decompression sessions. I stuck it out and after my 10th session my back started to improve dramatically. I write this after completing my 20th session and have almost no pain whatsoever in my lower back. Two weeks ago I shoveled 6 yards of bark and then played with my 8 yr old on our trampoline for an hour. The next day I played 2 baseball games. I couldn't have done one of those activities two months ago without severe lower back pain the following day.

I'll bet if you're reading this you can relate to how much impact back pain can have on your lifestyle. The fact that I can play basketball and swing a bat hard again is no more relevant or rewarding than being able to sit comfortably in the car on long trips, or stay on my feet at work for hours at a time pain free. I forgot how much easier life is without constant pain in my lower back, even the simple things.

There's a cupboard in our bathroom that has towels on the bottom shelf, I never knew that, it hurt too much to look.

Ron H; Lake Forest Park, WA

I would like to thank you and your staff for helping me to become almost totally pain free. I have been working in the marine construction business for almost thirty years and was in a world of hurt when I first came to see you. After only eight treatments I was able to stand up straight without any pain in my neck and after twenty treatments my low back is better than it's been in about fifteen years. This was unexpected since I only recently incurred a serious injury at work. I also have been walking with much better posture due to your excellent care. Thank you very much!

Dexter W; Seattle, WA

In October, 1972, I rear ended a car traveling about 30 mph. I was driving a small 914 Porsche that ran under the back bumper of a Gremlin. I had a severe whiplash and was on medical leave for 3 months. That was my first introduction to Chiropractic care. I found relief, albeit, I don't believe totally permanent relief.

Through the years of aerobic exercise, pregnancies, incorrect lifting and other issues that I unfortunately misused my body, it just developed more pain as the time went on. In 1981, following the birth of my second child, I experienced the most intense pain which was diagnosed as a pinched nerve and Sciatica. From then on, I would have severe episodes at least 2-3 times a year where I was bedridden. Again, Chiropractic care helped, but never removed the pain totally. In 1984, I had a diving accident teaching my boys how to dive when I hit the bottom of the pool with the crown of my head! That certainly didn't help matters either, but it was by the "Grace of God" that I did not severely injure my neck or back. Just consistent, chronic pain and stress aggravated it.

Fast forward to 2007 when I met Dr. Chang at the Tacoma Home & Garden show. When I met Dr. Chang, he was very thoughtful and answered my questions and I could see the vision of what he was doing. Because of Sasha Glenn's professional and persistent follow-up, I finally came in May, 2008. I finally got my body into the office ---- major procrastination is my mantra! I am living a life with very little issues as related to neck and back. My sciatica is virtually gone and my neck rotation is excellent. I am sleeping well and looking forward to a regular exercise program. The time and money invested has been well worth the results!

Norma C; Gig Harbor, WA

I am pain free! How did I get here? Six months ago I couldn't look left. The pain went all the way to my finger tips. Physical therapy worked briefly and then no more. Spinal surgeon time! The surgeon explained how a couple of vertebrae in my neck were pushed together squeezing the disc out one side. He said he could do a procedure using titanium securing the vertebrae together. It would help temporarily but the problem would move up or down to the next vertebrae. He advised looking for a difficult solution, what to do? At home listening to KING FM I heard an ad for "The Non-Surgical Spine Care Center." Maybe they could help me.... I went to them and they did. I am still working on it. One has a long series of appointments including machines that stretch the spine and allow the vertebrae to separate. I haven't had a pain for quite a while. My experience has been wonderful. I leave each appointment feeling as though I have been to a spa for a treat, a very positive experience.

Lolly H; Mercer Island, WA

For the past ten months I have been struggling with back pain, missing over three weeks of work. I used up all my chiropractic, massage and acupuncture care I had available to me. On the 4th of July I spent time with my three boys playing a few rounds of wii, unaware until days later I had ruptured a disc in my back. Panic and a sense of urgency overwhelmed me. My husband and I were celebrating our 30th anniversary with a trip to Rome and Italy. I had to get better - fast!

After a month flat on my back and in constant pain, my son heard a commercial on the radio for decompression therapy. Wow, this made perfect sense! With an over 80% success rate vs. less than 30% for surgery, it was simple common sense that made my decision. By my third visit I had my first signs of real relief! Ten days before my trip, I'm 99% pain free and would not be able to make this trip if it weren't for God and my therapy. The process itself was so easy and pain free, I would not hesitate to recommend this to anyone anytime! Praise God for this procedure! And thank you to my son Jesse for driving me Forty minutes each way four days a week!

Gayle W; Monroe, WA

Thanks to Dr. Chang and the Non-Surgical Spine Care Center, I have finally found relief from the herniation in my cervical spine. After unsuccessful attempts through traditional chiropractic care, osteopathy and acupuncture, I met with an orthopedic doctor and was informed that I would be a good candidate for decompression therapy.

My husband and I met with Dr. Chang and I started treatment that same day. I noticed a difference after about seven treatments and by the fifteenth treatment was literally pain free. Many, many thanks again to Dr. Chang and his wonderful team at the NSSCC. My outlook on the future is much brighter. I have no pain!

Chris P-L; Kirkland, WA

I was injured in 1975 in a car wreck and then in 1982 I re-injured my back at work. At that time the doctors I went to wanted to fuse my spine. I elected not to let them do that. I have suffered with back pain, sciatica and light numbness. In 2006 I injured my back again but this time it was much worse. My leg went completely numb and cold, it would stiffen up and become rock hard from muscle spasms and my sciatica was much worse. I could not work some days. After about eight treatments at the Non-Surgical Spine Care Center my sciatica has gone away, my leg has regained its feeling and spasms are all but gone.

Ken S; Lynnwood, WA

I was in a severe traffic accident in which I injured my knee and low back. I had severe lower back pain on the right side and a golf ball sized knot. At 12th treatment, Dr. Chang has gotten that knot reduced to a pea or marble size. Thanks to his care and decompression therapy my life is returning to normal. I could not stand erect without pain. Now I can and it gets notably better with each and every treatment; to me it is nothing short of a miracle. I was very suspicious of the therapy in the beginning. But I was 100% wrong; Dr. Chang is the real deal.

Russell S; Kirkland, WA

I want to write and tell you what a wonderful job you have done with the decompression therapy and your care that went with it. After over 30 years of constant back pain, all kinds of treatments and therapies, I am pain free! Unless you have been there, you can't understand how energizing and liberating that is. I have been that way since my 9th visit. I want to thank you for the caring way in which I was treated, your skills and the wonderful results. God bless you.

Patrick S; Bellevue, WA