Patient Testimonials

 

 "I Move The Bone, God Does The Healing!

Patient Testimonials- Our Miracles of the Month!

Remember, the biggest frustration in medicine is what to do with patients with chronic health problems, or problems that are not healing.  All would agree that your body is designed to heal itself, and if so, how come these patients are not healing?  Chronic, recurring health problems is an example of a body not healing itself regardless of treatments given to help. 

Most people with chronic health problems eventually get referred to us for last -resort help.  When we are able to help, the missing key to unlock the door for healing is the nervous system.  The nervous system not only controls all the organs and tissues of the body, all healing, including the immune system, are directed by the nervous system as well. 

So you see, chiropractic is not a treatment or cure of disease, instead it is the most powerful way to unlock the nervous system and once again allow the body (Divine Design) the greatest opportunity to heal itself, no matter what age, symptom or disease one may have.  It’s as simple as that!

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“The pain was so excruciating it knocked me off my chair…”

Oh No Mr. Bill!

Picture a guy who over the last several years has had lower back pain and an occasional flare up lasting three to four weeks, but had not had a flare up in over 18 months.  This was me last October.  I felt I was in good and physically in the kind of shape you would expect from, someone who worked out regularly. But I was really kidding myself.  About six months prior, I moved to a location not conveniently close to my gym, I had replaced my vigorous workouts with irregular ones at home consisting of measly stretches and a few crunches.  Coincidentally, at that time I had decided that I needed to do several projects around the house all of which required excessive bending over and kneeling down.  The projects around the house all of which had been postponed, but I was forcing myself into a short timeline in order to get them done before I went away for a weekend church retreat.  About half way through the two-week project cycle my back was starting to give me signals that I needed to lay off for a few days, but I wouldn’t hear of it.  The projects had to be done before I could feel right about leaving for a relaxing weekend to hear the word of God.  Finally, the day came when the projects were complete and I was away for the weekend, but my lower back was not happy.

During the first session of the retreat Friday night my back was sore, but I was confident that sitting down and relaxing would be good for it and in no time it would be feeling better again.  However, by the end of the first session that night it was just as sore if not more so than when it began.  Consequently, I went to bed to give it a good rest. The next morning I was felling pretty good and I thought I was over the hump, but then it happened.  I sat down in a chair during the first session of the morning and it felt like someone had come up behind me and hit me with a baseball bat in my lower back.  The pain was so excruciating it knocked me off the chair and it took all I had to stand up using the back of the chair in front of me for support. Luckily, some of the men around me carried me back to my room where I collapsed in bed for the remainder of the weekend.  I was so miserable I could not even turn myself over without intense shooting pain.  After the weekend was over a nice guy drove me home and he and another guy carried me into the house where…


When I felt strong enough to stand on my own for brief periods I sought the advice of an orthopedic surgeon.  After looking at my MRI and examining me he concluded that I had a condition known as Internal Disc Derangement (IDD), an internal tear of one of my discs. His recommendation was to have surgery right away, which would entail disc removal because in his words “…there was no other option”.  Luckily there was a backlog for surgery I could not get in for about a month.  In the mean time I was encouraged to seek a second opinion and praised the Lord I followed that advice.  Of course it took another month before I could see the second opinion doctor.  




In the mean time the Lord led me to Gold Coast Chiropractic (GCC) by a recommendation from my wife who had seen Dr. Melendez the year before for care.  During that month while waiting for my second opinion, Dr. Melendez and his staff of highly trained experts worked me over three times a week with spinal decompression and rejuvenation therapy (SRT), cervical traction, wobble chair, stretching, body weighting rehab, adjustments, and not to mention introducing me to the “good posture for a healthy lifestyle” mindset.  Believe it or not in only a month’s time I was standing, for the most part, pain free, in front of the second orthopedic surgeon reviewing my new set of x-ray and MRI’s.  Even though I could not bend over and tie my shoes yet, in his conclusion he said “…I don’t see anything I would recommend surgery for!”  Those words were like music to my ears.  Praise the Lord; I had sought the help of Dr. Melendez.  I don’t believe the second orthopedic surgeon would have come to the same conclusion had I not been standing in front of him looking and feeling pretty good and I know I wouldn’t have been had I not received the help of Dr. Melendez.  

“All I can say is WOW!”

It is now three months after that second opinion and I’m feeling no pain and as of two weeks ago I was able to bend over and tie my shoes!  Tonight Dr. Melendez reviewed with me the before and after x-rays.  All I can say is WOW!  He has not only helped me feel better and improved my mobility he has partially reversed the aging process of my spine.  My spine is now much straighter, left and right, than it used to be and more curved where it needs to be.  I am living proof that if you put the spine back in order your physical health will improve.  Over all, I highly recommend GCC and Melendez team to anyone suffering with back pain and decreased physical quality of life.  Thanks Dr. Melendez for helping me see and experience a healthier and more productive life.  May God bless you and your staff.

Sincerely,  

William L. George, Colonel USAF (Ret.)
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I was referred to Dr. Melendez by my dad’s church in August of 2008. I had a severe bulging disc in my lower back, confirmed by MRI. I aggravated an old injury when I jumped off a rock into Lake Shasta while on vacation. I was unable to stand up straight or walk. I was in sooo much pain!

I had tried to treat my old injury previously with another chiropractor but was unsuccessful. The problem continued with regular flare-ups of my old condition.

Since starting Dr. Melendez’ spinal rejuvenation system of chiropractic, decompression and rehabilitation, I am now able to do everything again which includes lifting, surfing, and working as a special education teacher. I have complete confidence in my recovery, which has allowed me to keep my positive attitude!

This trial and experience is just a great reminder of the healing power of Jesus and how the Lord is using Dr. David and his wonderful staff as instruments of healing.

"Glory be to Him whose power working in us can do infinitely more then we can ask or imagine." Ephesians 3:20.

Thank you,

Jonathan Cooper

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"…Three Failed Back Surgeries."

I first came to GCC in late February 2007 in chronic pain and in search of a job from a Craig's List posting. I didn’t make the first interview but I persisted with persuasion that both of us could benefit and God's plan eventually prevailed, as I became the new Chiropractic Assistant at GCC, all the while suffering in silent pain and hoping for a miracle.

My physical condition was one of constant and chronic low back pain uncontrolled by pharmaceutical pain meds, epidural injections, and three failed back surgeries. A total lack of quality of life, unable to enjoy family, sports, or life fulfilling fun, so I thought, was my lot in life from here on out.

A serious car accident originally caused my first herniated disc that quickly degenerated. I went through five years and many methods of chiropractic care, multiple physical therapists, massage, ice, heat treatment, 'pain specialist' with epidural injections and medical care with lots and lots of prescription drugs which completely incapacitated me. The results very short lived, less than one to two weeks at most, which lead to a miserable existence.

God answered my prayer and a miracle on this earth occurred I never thought possible-I began to heal! Since starting care with Dr. Melendez and the Pettibon style of chiropractic adjustments and rehabilitation, I am no longer taking pharmaceutical meds and rarely an Advil (only 3 times in the last 2 years), and have begun to enjoy leisure activities such as hiking, cooking and playing at the beach- boogie boarding and surfing, things I thought would never be possible again. I have begun a life filled with joy, action, and I am no longer fearful that I will become incapacitated by pain or lose my ability to do my favorite activities.

I have a renewed belief that with the Lord and Dr. Melendez “specialized” chiropractic Pettibon Technique, that I can reach true health and healing. I feel more well than ever before. Dr.’s David and Lorraine have shown me that life shouldn’t fall apart just because there is a challenge, there is always hope and work to be done. Remember Dr. David’s Four P’s-Prayer, Patience, Perseverance, Pays off!

Thank you Dr.’s David and Lorraine, you are both truly a blessing,

Deborah Pryne, Super C.A., Riding the Wave of Health and Hope

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"...I danced for hours at my daughter’s wedding without experiencing sharp back pains."

I first came to Dr. David in late November of 2006 with severe lower back pain and numbness below my right knee.  I could no longer stand or walk for longer than 5-10 minutes before experiencing sharp pains in my lower back and my thighs would start to ache and go numb.  Even sitting for long periods would aggravate the back pain.  The only thing that completely relieved this pain was lying prone on my side, but I didn’t want to spend the rest of my life in bed so I just withstood the pain.

I wasn't always in such poor physical health.  I was physically fit; snow skied, and loved to dance.  In 1996, I experienced the first of two major sciatic attacks that led to the severe, recurring lower back pains that brought me to Dr. David.  The pain I was experiencing after the second sciatic attack was so severe, I began to consult with an orthopedic surgeon and a neurosurgeon.  After x-rays, MRI's, and an epidural, both physicians were recommending back surgery.  I didn’t want to subject myself to disc fusion and a long recovery period so I opted to put off surgery and just withstand the pain.  

I was referred to Dr. David by another dancer after a discussion we had about our mutual back problems.  She told me about Dr. David’s technique and how, using this technique, she had begun to experience some relief with her neck and back pain.  Since I was still experiencing recurring pain, even after regular chiropractic visits, it made a lot of sense to make an appointment for a consultation with Dr. David.

I started my journey to wellness the first week of December 2006.  After three weeks of chiropractic care under Dr. David, I went shopping with my children.  I walked into several stores in our local mall before I realized that I had been on my feet for an hour or so without having to sit down.  And, the pain I felt then didn’t compare to prior pain I had lived with prior to Dr. David.  In January of 2007, I started to teach a 1-hour dance class once a week.  I would feel some back pain after teaching, but not as severe as in the past.  

In March 2007, I purchased a rehab kit to do exercises at home.  I believe this was instrumental in improving my back and neck health.  In June of 2007, I danced for hours at my daughter's wedding without experiencing sharp back pains.   In fact, I didn’t start to ache until the next day but it was still not as painful as my pains prior to Dr. David.  In August of this year, I was able to walk for approximately 1 mile to watch my son complete his first half marathon as he crossed the finish line.  I must admit that I did have to finally find a seat after 15 minutes of standing around after his race, but I only had soreness in my lower back - not the severe excruciating pain I would have felt had I attempted this feat a year ago.  

I am now 10 months into my program, and I have made such an awesome improvement with my back pain.  I no longer feel the numbness in my thighs, even when I walk or stand for long periods of time.  I do still experience soreness in my lower back but I can now walk longer, stand longer, and dance longer than I could ten months ago. I believe I will continue to improve with my back health as long as I do my home rehab exercises and see the good doctor monthly.   

I thank God for leading me to Dr. David.  He is always impressing me with his knowledge of the human anatomy, and his thirst for knowledge about health.   I love reading the "thought for the day" written on his whiteboard, and the latest research he provides us weekly.  I also want to compliment Dr. Lorraine, and the Gold Coast office staff for their compassion and warmth – they always welcome me with a big smile at each visit.  I will recommend Dr. David and Gold Coast Chiropractic to anyone and everyone who complains of back and neck pain because I believe that Dr. David, and the Pettibon system, can provide the long-term pain relief they seek


Respectfully,

Chery Coates

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I first brought my daughter Tori to Dr Melendez in July of 2004 on the advice of another patient and friend, Amy Causey.  Tori had been diagnosed with urinary reflux when she was a toddler and was afflicted with chronic and recurring bladder infections ever since.  

I originally sought help from conventional medical treatment, which entailed constant antibiotics and the possibility of surgery to correct the problem.  The results were disappointing, we were still dealing recurrent bladder infections…don't get me started!  

Since Tori started chiropractic corrective adjustment, she has not had any bladder infections and her immune system is much stronger!  Her emotion and mental well-being is excellent with an additional benefit of not missing school anymore.

Thank you,


Cynthia DeMaria         6/1/05

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Friends from Tri-City Christian referred me to Dr Melendez in February 2008, after being involved in an auto accident.  When I got hit I no longer could hold anything in my right hand.  I had pain and stiffness in my neck, right shoulder pain, right arm pain, and right-sided back pain all the way down to my low back.  I was light headed, with numbness in my right leg.  Just looking at my car it didn’t seem so severe, but being hit on the side by a car going 50 mph, it must have been a big impact. 


After the accident I went to Urgent Care and the doctor prescribed me Flexeril that made me unable to do anything on my own and made me sick to my stomach.  I stopped taking the drugs after one day.


After starting Dr David’s Spinal Rejuvenation System, the pain in my neck was gone after my first adjustment.  Other symptoms faded too.  Surprisingly, I wasn’t as bloated as before and I lost 6 pounds the first two weeks!  After a couple of weeks, even my allergies were going away.  Not to mention, my posture was better!


Now I feel more positive and more efficient at all my tasks.  I feel I can do more and I even feel better than before the accident.  My mind is much clearer and I do a lot more cheerfully, having more fun doing it!!  It’s a good feeling.  I’ve graduated to stabilization/maintenance care so I know that Dr David isn’t done with me yet.  I can’t wait to see how I’ll feel in the future!


Thank you,


Izumi Yamashita

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I returned to Gold Coast Chiropractic Center in October 2006 with persistent headaches and noticeably, bad, forward head posture. Years of graphic design and sitting at my computer had taken a toll. I didn’t realize how bad my posture was until Dr. David showed me my x-rays.

Wow, after three months of consistent corrective care, my headaches have vanished, my posture has improved dramatically, and I can think more clearly, as well. This was magnificent! Other People have noticed and have commented on the improved postural changes. Having better posture has not only improved my appearance, but it’s improved my “mental posture” of my mind, will, and emotions.

Each day of my life progressively gets better. Stress no longer affects me as before. All of this is because of God’s love, my choices, and Dr. David’s corrective care.

Thank you,

Mark Griffo

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"No more pinched nerve feeling and my pains are gone!"

I first came to see Dr Melendez in November of 2008 with a chronic pinched nerve feeling in my neck and down into my shoulder. I decided to see if he could help since my office is in the same building upstairs. I had tried to get help before from other chiropractors, over the past 5 years, but received only temporary relief that did not last.

Dr. David took x-rays of my spine and discovered that several vertebrae and disc in my neck were compressed, subluxated and degenerating from an old injury. I also had lost the normal curve and my head was forward causing my disc to wear out fast.

Dr. David’s system of chiropractic, Spinal Rejuvenation Therapy-decompression, and rehabilitation, has helped reverse this once chronic problem. No more pinched nerve feeling and my pains are gone!

I’m feeling better overall because I don’t have a nagging pain to think about anymore. As an Off-Road Racer, I’m starting the new season full speed ahead with victory as the goal.

Thank you,

Brent Fouch

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"I haven’t used my inhaler!"

I first came to Gold Coast Chiropractic on September 18th, 2006 after being in a serious car accident while driving my Mom and Dad. Fortunately, nothing more than our necks were hurt. After the accident I started taking Advil for the pain but it continued to remain very painful.

I was finally referred to Dr Melendez by boyfriend Braie who, along with his mom Laura, had been patients of Dr Melendez for many years.

Since starting chiropractic care with Dr. Melendez, the pain that I had from the accident has gone away within the first few visits. I also have Asthma and had been in need of an inhaler every time I played soccer. Since I have been coming to Dr Melendez, I haven’t had to use my inhaler!

In addition, my posture has definitely improved and I’m more confident with myself because of it too. Having better posture makes me always sit up in class, which will probably make me do better in school.

Thank You,

Andrea Nell

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I first came to see Dr Melendez in April of 2007 following my tryout with the Los Angeles Riptide of Major League Lacrosse. My Mom, a current patient, referred me for a consultation with Dr. David, with concern over my constant colds and poor posture. At that time, I was experiencing chronic lower back pain and shoulder pain after running, and most frustrating of all, constant and recurrent colds that tended last weeks. My immunity was lacking. I was constantly getting sick, especially during weather changes. In addition, my lower back pain severely limited my mobility after sprinting and running, which was not good. I was always icing down my back and taking medicines every time I got a cold. This was not fun nor did it work. My colds would linger, on average, two weeks and my lower back pain always appeared after sprinting, no matter what.

Since I started corrective adjustments and rehabilitative care with Dr David, I successfully ran my first half marathon (2 hours, 6 seconds) in August and fully recovered in 3 to 4 days. My lower back pain of the past is mostly eliminated, but when I start to feel it, an adjustment and rehab quickly takes care of that. My Shoulder pain has been mostly eliminated as well. My immune system has improved greatly with only 2 minor colds since starting care and currently I’ve been cold free for four months straight!

I’ve always been a relatively positive person, but now I am no longer fearful of getting sick anymore! My life has not been nearly as stressful and I am able to be much more productive with my workouts and exercise. I am even able to sleep better and feel well rested.

Thank You,

October 2007

Ryan Hiatt

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No More Cramps!

I first arrived at Gold Coast Chiropractic in January of 2001 as a newly hired chiropractic assistant totally unaware of the principles of chiropractic care. Shortly after starting I was seen by Dr. David as a patient as well. I realized I had been suffering with severe menstrual cramps and lower back pain for at least the past five years. In addition, I was dealing with bouts of depression that runs in my family. With the help of Chiropractic, my menstrual cramps and lower back pain have been reduced down to little or no pain. I’m now able to work and exercise without discomfort. I used to spend days in bed because of my bad cramps and back pain, but now I hardly feel either. Another surprise benefit has been an improvement in my depression. Chiropractic care in addition to counseling has been very beneficial for this. I no longer have episodes of deep depression, which used to cause me to distance myself from work, chores, and relationships. Chiropractic care has changed my life.

Thank you Dr. Melendez,

Katie Ragsdales

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"...I have more energy and I can do more..."

I first came to see Dr. David Melendez in November of 2007 after hearing his radio ad, “Yaba daba do”, on KPRZ 1210 AM. His new style of care, Spinal Rejuvenation Therapy, caught my attention after suffering recurring headaches and difficulty sleeping.

Fourteen years ago I was in a car accident that really injured my spine. I tried chiropractic following the accident with little or no success. I tried relief care several times using my insurance, which covered 20 visits a year. I thought I was taking care of myself because I went to a chiropractor that did kineseology. I practically slept in his office I was there so often. But after a while I looked for another chiropractor. I think I went to all the chiropractors available in Vista and Oceanside area.

Since starting the doctors Spinal Rejuvenation System, my constant and recurring headaches and neck pain are all gone. My sleep has improved as well, where instead of getting up every 2 hours to use the restroom, now I get up only once or twice or sometimes not at all. What a difference! During the night I would rotate my pillows, which I had a collection. Every time I’d see a new type of pillow I would buy one. I couldn’t sleep on my side either because my neck was uncomfortable. So between getting up to go to the bathroom and changing the pillows, I rarely slept. I was glad the night was over at 4 am because I was tired of being in bed. Now I don’t want the night to end. I’m finally enjoying restful and peaceful sleep. I wake up with more energy and can do more with greater productivity in all aspects of my life.

Now I’ve graduated to stabilization care and I maintain my correction with my twice a month visits and home rehab kit. I’m really glad I made the commitment to correct my spine and posture. I finally got lasting results.

Thank you,

Sylvia Espinoza

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"My neck has never felt this good."

My boyfriend Dan has always talked about how much he appreciates his chiropractor, so in June 2008 I accompanied him on one of his visits. Originally I didn’t come for any particular condition but after thinking about my own history I realized I’ve been suffering from back pain since I was 10 years old! As Dr. Melendez pointed out and I agreed, “Pain maybe common but it’s definitely not normal”. After x-ray and examination, I found out that my skull was sitting on my spine crooked, I had significant forward head posture, and he classified me as a Posture III, the worst posture that signifies ligament damage. A lifetime of dancing may have been the culprit.

In years past I’ve tried to get help by going to a doctor who gave me stretches to do everyday which didn’t last long. I went to a different chiropractor whom I felt made things worse. I also tried to crack my back myself, which made it feel better, but only for about 30 minutes. As you can imagine, this produced no lasting results.

Since starting Dr. David’s spinal corrective care, my once chronic pain is gone. I used to have to stand at the back of the classroom because sitting was too painful. Not anymore! My neck has never felt this good! In addition, I can concentrate better on the things I love, like school, the piano, reading, crocheting, etc. Because my neck feels so much better, I can now read for as long as I’d like to, whereas before I could only last 15 minutes before the pain would be too great to continue. Lastly, I sleep better at night which helps me with all other aspects of my life throughout the day.

Thank you,

Alicia Maurer

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"I felt as if I had a straight jacket on…"

I first came to see Dr.’s Melendez October 26, 2007 after hearing their special offer on KPRZ radio. I came because my lower back hurt to the point of needing to push myself up when sitting and putting my hand down and slowly, and carefully sitting down.

Dr. Melendez performed an exam and x-rays and showed how my posture was a reflection of my spine underneath. My head was forward and I had lost the normal curves in my cervical and lumbar spine with premature spinal degeneration.

Since starting Dr. David’s Spinal Rejuvenation System, I can now sit up and sit down without using my hands to help. In fact, I don’t even think about it! It’s now easier to get out of bed and turn my head left and right while driving; my head even feels lighter and I can stand without feeling a “burning” in my lower back. I can also bend over a table without my back hurting; there is no effort to stand up straight; and it’s easier so hold my head up. Amazingly, my feet no longer flair out while walking! I felt as if I had a strait jacket on that restricted my movement. That feeling is no longer present.

It’s encouraging to know I don’t have to hurt and be stiff any longer. I feel better mentally knowing my posture is improving as well.

Thank you,

Marion D. Nelson

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Severe Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Following a car accident in 1991, I developed severe carpal tunnel syndrome making me unable to perform day to day tasks without numbness in both hands. Sleeping through the night was next to impossible as my hands would fall asleep, with both numbness and tingling, waking me up every time.

I tried to treat it myself with magnetic therapy as well as wearing wrist braces to bed at night, but to no avail. Sleep was still inconsistent with my hands waking me up every hour or so.

I first learned of Dr’s Melendez from my first chiropractor after he had recommended them to a friend. I remembered that conversation and called for an appointment.

Since starting with Dr. Melendez and his Pettibon System of Spinal Rejuvenation, my symptoms have lessened significantly with only occasional residual symptoms. My grip strength has improved dramatically, allowing more strenuous workout, which in turn reduces stress levels greatly. My weekly office visit and home rehab kit has given me control to maintain and continue to heal my condition

Thank you,

Wendy Jansema

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Migraine Headaches

I first came to Dr. Dave October of 2004. I came looking for relief from my chronic migraines, tension headaches, and severe neck, shoulder and back pain. 

I obtained my condition from a number of activities, which included injuries from years of aggressive contact sports, horseback riding and a terrible car accident in which my head cracked the windshield.

I have seen countless doctors including neurologists who prescribed me pain medications, headache medications, and muscle relaters.  I had been to other chiropractors that would adjust me without really correcting the subluxation and reversed neck curve.

    The pain pills only masked the pain until it wore off and I would have to take more. The pills also left me fatigued and nauseated. The adjustments only helped slightly and then would prove to be only temporary.

    I came across Dr. Melendez at a street fair by Moonlight Beach. He preformed a postural exam and said that he could help me and I should come to his office.

    I have been coming to Dr. Melendez for a couple of months now and have fewer headaches and migraines. The tension in my neck, shoulder and back have also decreased significantly.

    The pain was so overwhelming and frustrating before seeing Dr. Melendez. There wasn’t a day I wouldn’t experience some form of pain. Now I am far less irritable.

I can honestly say that this is the best I have felt in a very long time. Now with regular adjustments I am much more fun and pleasant to be around. Now I can wake up in the morning knowing I am going to feel great!
Thank you,

Chrystal Johnson

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I first came to Gold Coast Chiropractic in November of 2005 suffering horribly from a very severe pinched nerve in my spine.  The problem first started while over training for the LaJolla half marathon.  I initially tried to treat it myself to no avail. I then saw my general physician who prescribed me anti-inflammatories and muscle relaxers, which were ineffective and made me worse.  

After sharing my pain and frustration with my trainer, Mike Cummings from Cardiffit, he thankfully recommended I see Dr. David Melendez.  
Since undergoing corrective chiropractic care I am unbelievably better!  It was so bad before I came that not a night went by where I was not in tears with terrible pain and frustration.

Now with Dr David’s help I feel 100% better.  My stress management has improved tremendously as well.  With Dr David’s unique home care and personal rehab kit, I now take time out everyday to put healthy practice into my life and body!  What a stress relief!

Thank you,


Cara Giandomenico
February 1, 2006

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I first came to see Dr David from the recommendation of my husband, Rich Morrison, one year ago with headaches, lots of headaches!  My headaches were so bad that the pain would last for days causing me to regularly miss work.  I took lots of aspirin and a prescription drug called Imitrix with a usual result of no relief at all.


Dr David explained that the cause of my problem, was not in my head, but was in my neck.  A subluxation of the top vertebrae was putting pressure on my brainstem!  The dangerous medication I was taking was barely covering up the symptom while I continued to worsen. 


Since beginning corrective adjustments I have no headaches, I feel good overall and I am much stronger. In the past, dealing with days of pain was leaving me stressed, tired and miserable.  I am much happier, I function better overall, and I am able to be much more reliable at work.


Thank you,


Amy Morrison

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My first experience with chiropractic care began in 1996 after a car accident. I have turned to chiropractic care for myself and then for my family since then.
Over the past few years, I have experienced back and pelvic pain.  My OBGYN wanted to do exploratory surgery.  Dr. David X-rayed my lower back and discovered the problem.  He began adjusting me differently and gave me a few exercises to do.  Within one or two adjustments my pain was gone.  Dr. David & Dr. Lorraine have been giving me great care for a year now.
My nine year old son, Evan, has struggled with exzema and allergies since he was a baby.  When his allergies got to the point that it was affecting him at school (sinus infections and missed days) we started him on Zyrtek.  He took it for two years.
During a bad allergy attack, Evan’s eyes itched so much that he pulled out all of his eyelashes. His allergies have affected him in other ways too, sneezing, red, swollen eyes and poor concentration.
We decided to try chiropractic care for him because of the success I had with it.
Evan started seeing Dr. David and Dr. Lorraine in the summer of 2002. He began getting adjusted two and three times a week and we changed his diet slightly to eliminate artificial flavors and colors.
Within a month, Evan’s eyelashes had grown back and we were able to take him off his medications, with great success for a year now.  He has had a few allergy bouts, but they are managed with chiropractic care.
Thank you, Dr. David and Dr. Lorraine for taking care of Evan with such patience and diligence.

 Amy Causey

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I first came to see to Dr. David at Gold Coast Chiropractic Center March 3, 2005.  My Husband, Eric, referred me after getting help himself from Dr David’s care.  I think everyone I know in north county goes to see them.  I travel all the way from San Carlos (east San Diego) to get help.  I have had absolutely terrible, unrelenting neck pain that has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember, and it had been worse than ever for over a year prior to coming.  In fact, the severity was so bad that I could hardly rotate my head in any direction. Everything hurt, even sleeping.  In addition, I have had horrible anxiety for the past year. I tried for years to get rid of the problem. I went regularly to the Acupressurest, she is really great, but it still didn’t get rid of the problem.  The results were often only temporary and that was when I realized that maybe my problems were more then simple muscular tension.  

Since I’ve been coming to see Dr David I am much more calm, the once horrible anxiety has greatly diminished to manageable and almost “normal” levels. I breathe easier and feel more relaxed.  I do not feel as agitated or irritable as I once was.  My neck is now like that of a different body.  I have none of the same pains, issues or problems as before.  I can turn my head; roll my head, things I have been unable to do previously. I feel like I can do anything better now including exercise, cooking, sleeping, playing with my kids, holding and nursing my baby.  I am happier, while simply, living life more fully.

Thank you,


Sally Smith
5-27-05

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Chronic Ear Infections and Sleep Apnea

My name is Jeremiah Conejos. I am seven years old started coming to this office January of 2004. Since I was first born I had Chronic Ear Infections and Sleep Apnea. My ear infections were frequent and the sleep apnea caused me to have trouble breathing at night. When my family discovered I had sleep apnea I was scheduled for surgery to remove my adenoids. Luckily the surgery did not happen due to me moving. My ear infection became so severe that my doctor put tubes in both my ears so that they would drain the liquid out. Since I got my tubes in I have not had any ear infections. The bad thing is that I am not able to swim because I can’t get water in my ear. My sleep apnea had not changed if not worsened since we found out about it. I would wake up in the middle of the night from choking while trying to catch my breath. Since my dad Ron started working at Dr. Dave’s office we found out that everything in our body was controlled by the Central Nervous System. So instead of having expensive surgery we decided to get an alternative way of healing. Since Dr. Dave has started treating me I have been snoring far less and have not had any choke attacks in the middle of the night. I am very happy that Dr. Dave is helping me with my health and tell everyone one how much I enjoy going to the doctors. Now that I come to this office on a regular basis I sleep well at night. Now I have plenty of energy when I wake up and do well in school because I can pay attention. I recently got student of the month at my school and I know its because Dr. Dave keeps me healthy and looking forward to everything life has to offer me. Thank you Dr. Dave, I know my life is just beginning, but now I know my body can keep up with all that life has to

Jeremiah

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I first came to Dr. David in the early part of 1997. I had a pain in my back, which had persisted for about 7 years. At times it was so severe that all I could do was take a pain pill and lay down. For a lung problem, I have been on Prednisone for a number of years. This had caused a weakness throughout my body and in my bones. Because of this bone weakness (5 rib fractures just from sneezing or coughing), I was a little hesitant to have a chiropractor adjust my back for fear of my bones fracturing or breaking. My daughter, Dorothy, had met Dr. David and was impressed with his knowledge and caring. She suggested (insisted) I see Dr. David about my back and made an appointment for me. I was so happy to find that Dr. David and his wife, Dr. Lorraine, were so caring, concerned and thoughtful. I feel that their expertise in giving adjustments is a God given gift to them both. After about 3 visits, I received full relief of the back pain that had bothered me for years. I continued my chiropractic visits until transportation problems (a 66 mile round trip from my home in Chula Vista) and my full time job made it difficult for me to continue.
In March of 1999 my daughter, Dorothy, again made an appointment for me to see Dr. David. In February I developed a sudden severe headache which came on during a hospitalization for breathing problems, muscle weakness, and a diagnosis of Diabetes which was caused by my high dosage of Prednisone. The headache was a kind I have never had before. This headache was a constant throbbing spasm from the back of my neck, up the left side of my head and into the top of my head on the left side. The spasms were so bad that there were times when I could not even talk because it hurt so much. The hospital took a CAT scan of my head and neck and a MRI of my neck. A neurologist even did a spinal tap. These tests did not show a reason for my headaches.
Dr. David took a x-ray, which, among other things, showed a severe subluxation of the two vertebrae at the top of my spine. He also found a bone spur. After his first adjustment of my spine, the terrible head spasms went away and have not returned. It feels like my whole body is working better. I’ve been able to lower the dosage of my Prednisone and fluid retention caused by the Prednisone. My breathing is also much improved. I am very happy that I have improved enough to now be in the “Wellness Program”, having adjustments just once a week.
I’d like to say a great big “Thank You” to God, Dr. David and Dr. Lorraine and my daughter, Dorothy!


Joanne Brockington

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"The pain was so severe that I laid in the street for 30 minutes unable to move."

When I first came to Dr. Melendez’s office it was in August of 2003. I was recovering from a car accident that I had in April, and then I threw my back out. The pain was so severe that I laid in the street for 30 minutes unable to move. I tried everything, from ice, to heat and even stretching to relieve me of my pain, but it only helped slightly. I couldn’t even work or sleep. Then after a few weeks I decided I needed help because my body wasn’t responding quick enough. I decided to come to Dr. Melendez’s office because it was in walking distance from my house it was easier to walk then to get in and out of a car.
After four months of chiropractic care, three times a week, I feel better then I have in years. All areas of my health have improved. I feel confident about my future health, less stressed and I’m even able to work again. I just turned 50 and I am looking forward to running marathons again, and even take up surfing if I can find the time. In the meantime I am going to work my music and enjoy my life feeling young again!!!!
Thank you!!!!!!

Stan Weber

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"I suffered from continual sinus congestion and allergies since I was a child."

I first came to see Dr. Melendez in February of 2000.  I suffered from continual sinus congestion and allergies since I was a child.  I didn’t know the cause so I took Benadryl on and off for many years.  I thought it was just normal for me to have these problems.  Was I mistaken!  Since starting chiropractic care with Dr. David, I went from living with chronic sinus and allergy problems to breathing easy with drug-free health and healing!  In addition, my neck went from curving the wrong way to curving the right way with 70%-80% improvement following corrective chiropractic care.
    Can you imagine being congested all day and taking medication every other day just to breathe?  That was my lifestyle.  Now, thanks to the Lord and Dr. David, I’m able to function 100%.   I would like to be a spokesperson for chiropractic instead of experiencing the side effects of drugs.

Thank You Lord!!!!!

Valerie Seewald 

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