Success Stories

Coastal Wellness wants to thank those of you who have written a success story for the office after receiving our care. Here are some of your testimonies;

Mary Ann L.-"7 years of back pain-7 short treatments and I am pain free!"

S.B-"I came to Coastal Wellness about a year ago and I'm glad I did! I've felt so much better physically since then especially after playing soccer and getting all (of) those bumps and bruises! Thanks to everyone at Coastal Wellness!"

Lauren-"(Dr.) Janel helps me with my asthma and allergies. She also helps get my spine straight and helps me when I'm sick. All of my family comes here. Thank you (Dr.) Janel!"

Jessie M-"(Dr.) Janel has helped me with my neck pain when I wake up in the morning, and also helped my krinkie ankles and knees! Thanks (Dr.) Janel!"

 Paula B-"Dr. Voelker's care has made such a huge difference in my health (and life!) over the past year. I feel better, arm pain of many years is gone. I have adopted more healthy habits as a result of her education. My whole family now comes. We love (Dr.) Janel!"

J.H- "I have been seeing Lynn for acupuncture. We have been treating post-traumatic stress syndrome. I can say I have felt more balanced since I started. And I also love Janel's work on me too!"

Katie M.-"My neck pain is considerably lessened. I no longer feel it chronically!! Just not dealing with achy pain is a huge benefit!! (I have) more positive feeling about my body and my confidence in my health and my ability to maintain it."

Randy J.-"(I have) less numbing sensation in my foot (and) more mobility in my back, hips and legs."

Bob C.-"My range of motion os much improved in my neck and I feel taller. I am a type 2 diabetic and my blood sugar numbers are better with no change in meds. I feel a little younger."

Michael and Mercedes V.-"We are so happy that we found Coastal Wellness. The care we get from Dr. Voelker is second to none. She knows her patients very well and takes the time needed to make sure they walk out of the door healthy and happy. It's obvious when you visit the office that (Dr.) Janel has found her calling in life. She is inspired by her work and is the kind of person we like to have caring for our family."

Grace S. Age 10- "I came to Coastal Wellness for my breathing and I felt stiff. Now that I come I feel very stretchy!"

Cindy B.-"I was visiting Cape Elizabeth in summer 2008 and my back went out. I walked into the first, closest chiropractor I could find. And what a blessing that it was Janel atCoastal Wellness . Not only did she help my back, she also relieved my heartburn. Now, Coastal Wellness is one of my favorite reasons to return to Cape Elizabeth each summer!"

Sandy L.-"Dear Dr. Voelker, I wanted to say thank you for making room in your schedule to see me. Your skill made my neck so much better and kept my vacation rolling! We had a wonderful time. Thank you again."

"My Legs Hurt"

I would like to share with you the story of a little boy, who I'll refer to as Mike.  Mike's mother brought him in to the office because she didn't know what else to do.  Mike has had Asperger's Syndrome, an Autism Spectrum Disorder, since he was three years old.  When his mother brought him in at age 11, Mike was on 5 different medications to control his behavior and mood.  He had a personal teaching assistant in school, and had to be removed from class frequently for outbursts, and daily to take a nap. 

I took a thorough history and performed an in depth physical examination of Mike.  During the examination, I found myself saddened by the empty shell of a little boy Mike was.  He was very quiet.  Nothing seemed to get him excited. 

We started Mike on a regular schedule of chiropractic care, seeing him several times a week for the initial phase of care.  Each time Mike's mother would bring him to the office, I would ask about any changes that were noticed in his behavior.  The first couple of weeks, there were no major changes.  We continued seeing Mike and correcting his subluxations. 

About three weeks into his care, Mike came in for his regular visit complaining that his legs hurt.  I was a bit surprised because Mike usually didn't say much of anything during his visits.  I examined his legs and performed some orthopedic tests on his hips, knees, and ankles, but couldn't find anything wrong.  I adjusted his spine, said we would continue to monitor his leg pain, and sent him home. 

Two days later, Mike's mother brought him in for his next visit.  She told me she had a conversation with Mike's teacher's aid, and may have figured out why Mike's legs were hurting.  Mike was actually participating in gym class, and playing at recess...for the first time!  He had sore muscles!

As Mike continued under care, I saw wonderful changes in his behavior.  When he would come into the office, I could see a spark in his eyes replace the hollowness that was once there.  His teacher's aid also reported that he no longer needed naps during the school day, and that his outbursts had decreased dramatically.  She was afraid she was going to lose her job due to how well he was doing! 

Unfortunately, my time came to leave that clinic, and to move on, but Mike continues under regular chiropractic care, and continues to live a better quality of life!

Never underestimate the power of a chiropractic adjustment!