After a week of being in an enormous amount of pain and unable to turn my head left or right or move it up or down, I became concerned for my long term prognosis. I was afraid I would never be able to have the same movement as I did before the accident. I spoke with my father about my concerns and he took me to see a chiropractor.
On the way to the chiropractor’s office, I asked my father what a chiropractor was. He told me it was a different type of doctor that would help me without drugs. He also told me the doctor was going to crack my neck! I instantly became frightened. I started to remember the motorcycle crash and how my neck popped like a bag of popcorn. I felt my neck was unstable and that if this doctor cracked my neck, he might just break it. I was very scared.
I went anyway because I felt desperate and was tired of being in pain. During the visit I was asked about what happened in the crash and then the doctor took x-rays to assess the damage. The doctor then explained to us what was wrong and how it was causing me so much pain. He said he could help.
I sat in the chair and waited for my adjustment, frightened but hopeful. Instantly I felt the motion of his hand placing pressure on my neck and I remember the popping sounds being very loud. Immediately I understood the concept and was amazed! I didn't have a broken neck as I thought I would. I felt less pressure and I could move my neck again with very little pain. Wow! I couldn't believe what just happened. I had never had such a great doctor visit in my life. I had such a wonderful result and without getting a shot!
Right then I wanted to become a chiropractor and help others the same way that doctor helped me. I mentioned this to my father on the way out of the office and he thought it was a great idea. I remained under that doctor’s care through the duration of my treatment program. Chiropractic changed my life.
After I graduated from high school, I began my undergraduate studies. Once I had completed that, I attended Life Chiropractic College West in San Lorenzo where I received my doctorate. Post graduate, I did my externship with practices in Oakland and Fremont. I have been licensed to practice chiropractic both nationally and in the State of California since 1993. In 1995, I opened Robertson Chiropractic Center and have been in practice for nearing 18 years in the same location.
It is a joy and a privilege to help others as I was helped with chiropractic. I have seen patients with many different types of conditions over the years. I have experience with difficult cases such as automobile accidents as well as acute sports-related injuries. Chronic issues such as arthritis can also be managed.
My goal is to provide quality care that is affordable. After your evaluation, you will be given a diagnosis with treatment options that are both effective and comfortable for the patient. I understand that many people don’t have insurance, or they have coverage with a high deductible and/or copay. That is why I offer an out-of-pocket plan, which is very affordable, with discounted rates but providing quality care. This care program allows more visits than most insurance plans offer, at a much more realistic price. Come in and talk to us. Feel what it is like to live your life without pain.