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After suffering with a life time of respiratory problems and a body beat up by extreme sports I didn't even know what it was to feel good. I lived with aches, pains and recurrent health problems that I thought were normal. After my first adjustment when I was sure nothing was happening because it was so light, I felt immediately better. In a short time I not only felt better than I ever though was possible but my respiratory problems were completely resolved. I continue to tell so many people about Dr. Marshall and the work he does and let them know that if they don't get their spine corrected, they are making a huge mistake. I travel over 2000 miles to get adjusted because my life and health is worth it. |
 
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Dr. Marshall is a one of a kind practitioner of NUCCA. The uniqueness and potency of his atlas adjustment is such that you don’t have to return again and again. When I’m in Chicago, I never miss the opportunity to have an overall evaluation by Dr. Dickholtz. |
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“In October 2000, I was involved in a horrific race car accident at speed exceeding 300mph. My left leg was broken in 6 places, 6 fingers were dislocated, and I had a very serious concussion...I tried everything from standard chiropractic, medical care, acupuncture to water training to regain my strength and focus...After just one visit with Dr. Dickholtz, the color returned to my face and my dizziness and concussion were gone..” I regained my health and was able to get back to racing, which is what I love to do. |
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As a practicing clinician I find it vital to the healing process to recognize that the upper atlas/axis complex serves as a vital interface between the head and body. Every single nerve in the spinal cord below the skull passes through the foramen magnum. The altas being the vertebra with the least ligamentous support, as well as being influenced by ocular, masticatory and auditory dysfunction often becomes sublexed, resulting in loss of an optimal instantaneous axis of rotation during normal head and body movements. This results in compression, torsion and sheer forces being transmitted to the cord via the dentate ligaments. The effect of such subluxation is alteration of ascending and descending information in relevant cord tracts, frequently producing pain and dysfunction at sites distant to the etiology, such as low back pain, hip pain, knee pain, foot/ankle pronation and a number of seemingly unrelated symptoms in the domain of the cranial nerves, which are routinely treated with drugs by allopathic practitioners. Having an extensive background in the treatment of head, neck and jaw disorders, orthopedic disorders and the conditioning of world class athletes, as well as having worked very closely with Dr. Marshall Dickholtz, Jr. and other NUCCA doctors, I have been able to coordinate and facilitate the recovery of literally HUNDREDS of patients that had seemingly hit a dead end in their road to recovery! For those of you wanting to facilitate a complete recovery of any patient, friend, relative, or even yourself, I strongly suggest an evaluation by a NUCCA doctor. Until you have a fully functional upper cervical spine, your rehabilitation program is far from complete! |
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I was referred by a friend to come see Dr. Dickholtz for my headaches. I had been living with headaches and ringing in my ears for years. I was very hesitant to come see Dr. Dickholtz because I had on a regular basis seen a chiropractor that would crack and pop my neck with little relief. I was living on a daily basis on an excess amount of extra strength Tylenol to get through the pain of my headaches. Within minutes of my first adjustment by Dr. Dickholtz the ringing in my ears stopped, and my headache was gone. I’m a huge supporter of Dr. Dickholtz and his work. I tell everyone I meet about Dr. Dickholtz. |
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I am pleased to encourage those with persistent pain or long term health problems to consider NUCCA Spinal Care. It is easy to function in an apathetic way, not knowing how to get better. I experienced debilitating back pain and overall dizziness for many years. I was diagnosed with Meniere’s Disease and experienced severe vertigo. After surgical removal of my left inner ear, my vertigo ceased, but I was continually challenged by unsteadiness. At the same time, I was in constant back pain. Dr. Dickholtz was able to correct a spinal misalignment through painless manipulation and I was immediately steady and not failing to the right any more. My back pain lessened and I am now able to function so much better. I am exceedingly grateful to my friend who recommended Dr. Dickholtz and NUCCA Spinal Care. Dr. Dickholtz is sympathetic to his patients and very professional. He is highly competent, a leader in NUCCA field. He analyzes the issues of each patient and gives each one a great deal of data on their particular condition. After treatment, I have hope and an active lifestyle where I can enjoy travel with my husband and playing with my grandchildren. I am very pleased to highly recommend Dr. Dickholtz Suzanne Tressel |
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I had a very successful rugby career playing competitively at the highest levels in the Jay Rizzo |
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Due to my MS, my sister, who is a patient of Dr. Dickholtz, Sr., convinced me that I needed to see Dr. Dickholtz. At her urging, I research the NUCCA method and Dr. Dickholtz, Jr and finally decided that it seemed like a perfect compliment to working with my world renowned Homeopath. |
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I was first introduced to NUCCA nearly 4 years ago. I saw first hand the miraculous benefits achieved by Tony Schumacher after his crash in the Top Fuel Dragster. He swore by the technique and treatments implemented by Dr. Dickholtz. Of course I was a skeptic. I thought, how can such a non-evasive adjustment have such dramatic results? I suffered from lower back pain, hip pain, PMS, anxiety, headaches. I didn’t feel well, and didn’t know why. I just thought, well, I am in my 30’s now I guess this is just the way it is! After being introduced to NUCCA, it was refreshing to know I would never have to feel like this again. No more PMS, anxiety, and I feel like my head is screwed on straight….because it is! My most memorable moment with Dr. Dickholtz was when I ran into him at the NHRA races in Tami Powers, Director of Business Operations, Alan Johnson Racing |
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Where do I start...Do I start with how good Marshall is at putting me back together or how a good person he. Lets start with his work first...I cant tell you how many times Marshall has put my body back into alignment so I can go back to hitting golf balls and everything else I do that can knock me out of alignment. I always feel like a million bucks after a treatment. But more important I consider Marshall a friend and a great person!!! thanks for all your help and friendship.... |
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What a relief and blessing it was to find Dr. Dickholtz. I have been staying healthy under Dr. Dickholtz care for over 15 years. I have a high stress job that requires my frequent travel both nationally and inter-nationally plus working long hours. I create products and sell them in my show on QVC-TV, so I am often carrying props and products and doing things that can throw me out of balance. I love that he puts me back into alignment and I feel so much better right away. I can always tell when I am out of alignment because I get very tight in my shoulders, lower back and even find pain runs down my leg. After my adjustment, that all goes away. I also love that I never have to worry that seeing Dr. Dickholtz could make me worse. His special form of chiropractic doesn’t involve twisting, cracking and manipulating, it is so gentle, and noninvasive. It is wonderful to know that Dr. Dickholtz is there. I highly recommend him to everyone I know! |
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One could only imagine how relieved I was when the MRI revealed only some arthritis in my neck. The six months of sustained headaches sure reinforced something worse. However, knowing this did nothing to minimize, let alone, eliminate my discomfort from the constant headache I was still experiencing. Not until my wife, Mary Anne, suggested that I visit Dr. Marshall Dickholtz, Jr. a NUCCA Board Certified doctor. She reminded me of how Dr. Dickholtz had helped to eliminate her persistent migraines with an “alignment”. I remember thinking; “hey I’m not pulling in any particular direction” (you car guys will understand). Just the same, I recall the dramatic and positive change to her mood and demeanor after her adjustment. So I reconsidered and decided it was worth a try. After a preliminary examination, it appeared that I was a promising candidate for the NUCCA procedure. After some additional pondering, I decided to go ahead and scheduled my first appointment (and I never looked back). Lying on my left side, Dr. Dickholtz administered light hand pressure to the right side of my neck. And with virtually no discomfort my adjustment took just a few minutes. Upon standing up after the procedure, I instantly knew there was a difference. The subsequent posture evaluation revealed that my initial 4 degrees misalignment had been corrected to 0 (zero) degree! This part in itself was amazing, but the fact that my headache had completely disappeared was simply phenomenal! What’s more was the fact that my head felt effortless to maneuver. It was as if someone had taken lubrication and added into my neck. You see, at birth, I was a breech delivery and lived with Torticollis (i.e. a shortening or excessive contraction of the sternocleidomastoid muscle in the neck) up until age 17 when I had surgery for the release of a tendon on the right side of my neck that helped to straighten out my head. I hadn’t felt this type of ease-of-motion in a long, long time, let alone the relief from the nagging headache that I had been experiencing for literally 6 months. I was just about speechless and very emotional thinking how the quality of life could improve for so many individuals with this treatment. I also had a lump in my throat from the gratitude of being helped by a truly outstanding human being. Thank You Dr. Dickholtz. You changed my life for the best!!! WITH SINCERE GRATITUDE Wes Nowakowski , August 10, 2009 |
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When we were introduced to Dr. Marshall Dickholtz my daughter, Alicia, was 8 years old. Our general practitioner referred us to Dr. Dickholtz, and we are so grateful he did! Alicia was brushing her hair and complained of a pain in her neck. What I thought was a pulled muscle was something much more serious. Within a couple of hours Alicia's head was tilted 45 degrees to one side. I asked her to put her head straight for me and she replied, "It is straight." When we brought Alicia to Dr. Dickholtz her legs were approximately 2 inches uneven. Her condition was diagnosed as Torticollis. This is when the muscles tighten in the neck causing the head to tilt to one side. Dr. Dickholtz told us most doctors would diagnose surgery to cut into the muscle. This was by far the scariest injury I had to deal with as a mother. My daughter's entire visual structure was way off. Dr. Dickholtz had Alicia in his office a large portion of his day continually working toward solving her condition. By the time we left he had her head 50% improved! Within a week Alicia's neck and structure were 100% normal!!!! Alicia hardly noticed he was doing anything to her. The type of adjustments performed Dr. Dickholtz are not invasive, no cracks, or uncomfortable positions. Words cannot express how grateful my husband and I are to Dr. Dickholtz. Our daughter leads a normal life. If we had seen another doctor I'm not sure what the outcome would have been. It has been 5 years, and Alicia continues to see Dr. Dickholtz along with the rest of my family. He not only "fixed" Alicia, but he was patient, kind and compassionate during this very scary injury. |
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My name is Wayne Simon and aside from being a husband, father of three and a full time business owner, I have been an amateur bicycle racer, off and on, since 1984 and have never achieved such high merits as in the 2008 road season. I am the current Masters 50-54 National Road Race Champion, and owe a great amount of my success to Dr. Dickholtz and his practice. To be competitive at age 51, it is very important for me to take great care of my body. Thanks to Dr. Dickholtz and my spinal adjustments, I have been able to achieve things that even in my peak as a youth never had the opportunity to achieve. He has helped me come into the best shape of my life, being a contender in may Pro and top amateur races against cyclists half my age. As I continue with my competitive cycling career you can count on me to remain a devout supporter of Dr. Dickholtz.
Wayne Simon
2008 Masters 50-54 National Road Champion
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NUCCA has made me a new person!! Thanks a million!
On Saturday July 11, 2009 while doing Foot Reflexology from Ryan Lee he mentioned to try NUCCA. That afternoon I went to Google NUCCA Care and found Dr. Dickholtz at his HealthSmart facility in Northbrook |
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My name is Kerri Nevin, and in my first trimester with my second son, I developed a herniated disc at L5-S1. The pregnancy was extremely difficult, as I was unable to take any pain medication, and I had constant sciatic pain on my right side. Approximately nine months after the birth of my son and with no relief, a client of mine recommended Dr. Dickholtz and NUCCA care. My Xray showed that my neck was very much out of alignment. Dr. Dickholtz performed the first adjustment, and as I sat upright, I felt warmth go down the left side of my neck. Over the next couple months, I began to feel gradual relief of my sciatic pain. One day, I was in my car, and I noticed with great joy that I was no longer in pain while I was driving! I could also sit without pain, which was a tremendous relief, as I am a psychologist and sit with patients for much of the day. I am so grateful for the care that Dr. Dickholtz has given me, and it is with great confidence that I recommend him to anyone who is struggling with any kind of back or neck pain. NUCCA's gentle and holistic approach has been the best treatment for me and it is with tremendous gratitude that I offer my recommendation for him and his services. Thanks again Dr. Dickholtz! With much gratitude, |
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As a Martial Arts instructor and stuntman my body has always been tested at its limits. I've "intentionally" been hit by cars, fallen from buildings and other insane stunts! There is no way I could continue to perform at my best let alone not have to suffer from the pain of old injuries with out getting my Atlas corrected. Dr. Marshall has helped me feel great and be able to continue to do what I love. |
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I have been playing sports for over 20 years. Around age18 I had my first adjustment with a traditional chiropractor, who used manipulation. The care gave me temporary relief to get me through practice and a game. It was not until I met Dr Dickholtz that an adjustment made a real difference for me. I had learned for the first time that my body had the opportunity to be structurally balanced and in true alignment, allowing my body to truly heal. I feel more fluid, my legs feel energized, I feel like I am in one piece.After 10 years of other chiropractic treatment this is the best I have ever felt! |
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Since my first meeting Marshall in 1978, he has been profoundly influential in helping to shape my life. I was a chiropractic student attending Palmer College of chiropractic in 1978 and had the good fortune to be adjusted in the student clinic by him. I can still, to this day, remember my first NUCCA adjustment and the profound change that it had on my life. As a result of his expertise and commitment to the upper cervical correction, my life has taken on the path of a NUCCA practitioner and Board Certified Instructor.
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After over 20 years in the sport of triathlon, I have spent thousands of dollars on all the equiptment I thought would enhance my performance. New bikes and gear, special running shoes, high tech wet suits, and just about every supplement and nutritional tri food out there. It all has helped in one way or another, but the "best bang for my buck", came from investing in my own health care. I knew there had to be something out there to help keep me from injury, from all the over-use, and to help boost my immune system, to keep from being sick. Something without drugs or surgery. Getting adjusted by chiroptactor Dr. Marshall Dickholtz, using an upper cervical adjustment called NUCCA, has kept me "on the road" well into my 50's. Being "balanced" kept me from over-compensating, thus less injuries, and keeping the nerve flow open at all times, has helped my entire nervous system to fight off any illness. No injuries....no illness, equals less "down time".... equals better finishing times. Tri gear will come and go, but I know staying in allignment is one thing I can depend on, that will keep me on the road at least another 20 years. Barbara McNeal, 8 time Ironman finisher, World Championship Long Course Nice, France,70.3 World Championship Clearwater, Florida |
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I first encountered the chiropractic world in 1998 due to a colliding incident during a baseball game. Low back and tail bone pain were enough to bring me to tears during my ride home after the injury. I had never been to a chiropractor, and had no history of spine pain or injury to this area of the body prior to the collision. I visited a general D.C. six times within 10 days after the injury. He treated the pain site with adjustments to the pelvis and tail bone regions. My adjustments did not hold and the pain kept coming back. I could not jog, sprint, or bend over without pain, let alone swing a bat.
I was referred to Dr. Marshall Dickholtz from a colleague who had been recently treated by a NUCCA practitioner in California.. I understand the concept of chain reactions, so I was willing to give NUCCA a shot. Multi-dimensional X-rays of my neck, a consultation to discuss the findings, one adjustment by the master, and bingo. I was out of pain and back in action on the ball field two days later with no restrictions. It was like I was given a new body.
The adjustment held and no further adjustments were needed in my follow up appointments. I schedule maintenance visits every 3 months or schedule a visit if I’m in any kind of discomfort from my neck to tail bone.
Working as a movement enhancement specialist , personal trainer, and strength coach, I see a very diverse population of clients. When I come across a client with signs or symptoms of an atlas subluxation, they are immediatelly referred to Dr. Dickholtz. Over the last 10 years, I have referred a dozen or so clients per year. I can honestly say that every one comes back with positive corrections, less pain, and better movement quality.
Mark Cibrario
owner, The Trainers Club Inc.
Voted U.S.A. top 100 trainer, www.thetrainersclub.com
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For over 20 years I had suffered with pain in my head, neck, mid and low back. Having Fibromyalgia and living on pain killers and muscle relaxants I knew there had to be a better answer to my situation. I have been to numerous MD’s and several chiropractors in that time. The spinal care I received helped but it was very temporary. Dr. Dickholtz is the only one who can get my spinal alignment to hold for more than few days. I fly in from New York monthly to get examined or adjusted by him. It is more effective and less expensive than going to New York doctors twice a week. His adjustment make the difference between being a semi – invalid and being able to live a normal life. Mary Freeman, A happy healthy New Yorker |
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I could barely walk or stand without extreme pain in my lower back and my right leg. The MRI showed a herniation of the L4-L5 disc. My wedding was just four weeks away and my honeymoon was going to be spent at the hospital having back surgery. I came to Dr.Marshall with only the hope of being able to walk down the isle. He said he would do all he could to help me reach my goal. As it turned out by the time of my wedding I was 100% free of the back pain. Instead of going to the hospital I took my new bride to Hawaii, it was a lovely experience. After a couple months, even though I was feeling great my orthopedic surgeon insisted that I come in for another MRI. The results of that examination showed that the disc had completely gone back to center and was not herniated any more. We are so grateful that we found out about this care and can't imagine how different my marriage would have been without it. I have referred many of my family and friends to Dr. Marshall. |
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"Over the years, I have been worked on by umpteen body workers: chiropractors; massage therapists; practitioners of Rolfing and The Feldenkrais Method; acupuncturists; physical therapists; and ultrasound, electrostimulation, and magnetic-induction technicians. Without question, I have gotten value - sometimes even long-lasting and profound benefits - from all of them. But one type of Chiropractic adjustment, which focuses on the spine's uppermost vertebra, stands out as having consistently made a significant difference for me. This 'upper cervical adjustment' has resulted in an immediate and dramatic improvement in my symptoms, and the adjustment holds for a long duration. After undergoing upper cervical adjustments, I have a bit more spring, and a bit more energy." From his book Zinn's Cycling Primer.
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I found Dr. Dickholtz purely by luck or fate in a desperate search for a Chiropractor. I was over weight, and in a tremendous amount of Back pain that took every ounce of energy I had to get through the day. Dr. Dickholtz explained how a subluxated vertebra in my neck caused the misalignment of my spine, and that was the root cause of all my pain, and how it was ultimately affecting my health. I remember after my first spinal correction how good I felt, and how easily I could turn my head... I never realized how stiff my neck actually was prior to that time. That alone was amazing. I continued with his unique and gentle form of Chiropractic care because I knew I found something very special. So with time, and patience, my body accepted its new position, my health started to improve, the pain gradually went away, and my energy soared, and that played a huge part in allowing me to live a healthier life style. At age 47 I made up my mind to lose the weight. I started exercising, and went on long brisk walks along with a healthy diet, and without diet pill, powders, or potions I was able to lose 102 lbs in 16 months. I have tried several diets and exercise over the years but failed because of pain, lack of energy, and motivation. I am now 53 years old and I'm the healthiest I have been in 25 years.
Dr. Dickholtz I can't thank you enough for all the great care you have given me. I am truly forever grateful.
Sharen Gioia
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I would like to thank you for helping me to recover from a long period of increasing pain levels. For already 20 years I suffered from TMJ problems, starting with numbness on the right side of my face. Over the course of time the sensitivity to cold increased and pain started first locally at the joints of the jaw and in the neck, later on I got overall headaches. I started wearing an appliance against bruxism, taking medication regularly and having massage and chiropractor treatments with increasing frequency. The pain level increased especially around the joints. I started to avoid cold, wind and air-conditioning. Regular sleep also became important to avoid further tension of the muscles around neck and TMJ. My orthodontist recommended a NUCCA treatment which I started with Dr. Dickholtz 5 months ago. With the orthodontic appliance and the NUCCA treatment there is a tremendous improvement. The symptoms described above are much less severe. I feel I am on the right track, my head and neck are relaxed and I have a clearer mind but I believe for a recovery after 20 years I need more than 5 or 12 months of treatment. Now I am leaving the US and I hope that I can find in Europe doctors who are able to continue the treatment. I already talked to several people in Europe about NUCCA but there are very few doctors in this specialized area. Peter Muelder, Business consultant, Frankfurt Germany |
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Being an active senior masters basketball, softball and baseball player at the national international level, I have lived with a lower back problem since grade school. Trying to resolve my problem, I have been to a variety of chiropractors, from "bone crushers" to "light touchers", for over 60 years. While I did get some temporary relief, there was nothing lasting. Fortunately, I believe I now have the solution to my lower back problem -- Dr. Marshall Dickholtz, Jr. and N.U.C.CA. My back feels great and I move much better without pain. When playing second base in a recent men's baseball game, my teammates said "you look and play like a 24 year old." What a compliment for a 68 year old! |
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At age 8 Christopher was diagnosed with the disabling condition, Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis. It became painful and difficult for him to walk or participate in any activities. The medications he was on did not change his condition and were not very effective in reducing his pain. |
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“I’d had help from other chiropractors before but it was only temporary. My health has improved so much with Dr. Marshall. My body learned what “right” is, like my neck had been “oiled”. What’s more, in 13 years of NUCCA care, my x-rays have shown no significant effects of aging.” Jo. A. is a mother, business owner and Chicago based model and actress. |
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No, Stephen Colbert is not a patient "yet". But, he would be if he knew about us and the profound difference the NUCCA correction makes in the expression of anyone's life (including his). He would be the biggest fan of his new level of "healthiness". Helping people get well can be fun and I couldn't resist adding him to my site. So... if you can help bridge the six degrees of separation, hook us up because I think his sense of humor is brilliant and I would really enjoy having him as a patient. The UCRF could also use the Colbert Bump to access some much needed research money. http://www.colbertnation.com/home |
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The stories of Peter Muelder, Gerry Balco and Catherine Ford are true and accurate writen by the patient however their names and images have been changed for privacy reasons. |
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