Success stories
Attention World!!!
I am writing this letter to let everyone know about my experience and success with a great Chiropractor named Dr. Kara S. Nania from the Advanced Family Chiropractic in Torrance.
My first visit was on October 9, 2008. Upon my arrival, I was greeted by an outstanding staff full of smiles and knowledge of Chiropractic profession. I remember the first thing Dr. Nania said to me after introducing herself, she said to me “Diana, the least I can promise you is that you are going to feel a whole lot better.”
During my initial exam, I expressed the many aches and pains I have been experiencing for years including low back pain, upper back pain, severe neck pain with limited mobility, headaches and a problem with my jaw called TMJ. My most critical complaints were the low back pain from standing and sitting for prolonged periods of time at my job and my entire neck. Dr. Nania prescribed a treatment that included spinal adjustments, heat therapy, and traction therapy three times a week. Dr. Nania how important it was to attend each and every visit. So I made sure not to miss even one appointment.
Today I went in for my re-exam after twelve treatments to see how well all the therapy was working. After only a couple weeks, I am very proud and pleased to report that I have improved in EVERY way. I have increased the strength in my arms with the manual adjustments to my shoulders; my flexibility has improved by a minimum of 50%, even more in some areas. My energy and stamina levels have doubled. I no longer get tired midway through an eight hour day. I no longer suffer from lower back pain at all, even after a long day on my feet at work.
I am pain free! My headaches are almost completely gone and I am able to sleep through the night without tossing and turning from back pain. I have increased mobility in my neck by 70-80% with NO PAIN!!!
There are no words to express my gratitude to Dr. Nania and her staff at Advanced Family Chiropractic for all their hard work, dedication and late hours they put into my getting well. They made me feel like I wasn’t just another patient…I understood that I was a human being in need of care. I not only received outstanding chiropractic treatment, I also received warm welcomes, hugs, laughs, good conversation and a level of professionalism that is not like any other. I am grateful to Dr. Nania, without her expertise in the chiropractic field I would still be living with limited mobility and lots of pain.
If chiropractic care is what you need, then Dr. Kara S. Nania at Advanced Family Chiropractor is the doctor of choice. She is the only health professional who has ever lived up to her word. Not only do I “feel a whole lot better”, like she promised…I FEEL GREAT!!!
I encourage everyone, young and old to visit her in Torrance. If you are experiencing pain or just want some general maintenance and up keep for your body, Dr. Nania and her wonderful, one of a kind staff will take the best care of you. Remember, we only get one body…take care of it by going to the BEST!
Diana E.
- Dear Dr. Nania,
Thank you for helping my mom. It is really helping. Well…It’s great! I hope I see you soon.
Love, Bella (3 years old)
-Dear Dr. Nania
You know how carefully I’ve treated my body over the years. First, I fell off the rings and onto my back in gym class when I was 13. Then, I played football for a couple years. Full back! Add four years in the military (U.S. Air force, 1969-1973) with a Southeast Asia tour in 1972. So after getting slightly messed up there, I played football in college, and a few years later on the semi-pro level. At age forty, I started doing stunt work here in L.A. Just baby stunts: fights, low falls, and sword fights. Nothing huge, but I Managed to sustain a few more injuries there, as well. Did I mention that I dislocated my right shoulder doing that silliness? That pretty much put an end to my days as a stuntman, although I did do my own stunt fall on a recent episode of ER. That was fun!
Then, of course there’s my penchant for playing a kamikaze style of racquetball and running into unforgiving court walls multiple times (but only at full speed and high impact).
At this point, that I can walk upright at all is pretty at all is pretty much your fault. You know there were days when I’d find myself starting to fall for no other reason that my back would give out on me. Ah, the joy of pinched spinal nerves! How many days did you see me coming into your office tilting to the left because I couldn’t stand up without great pain and difficulty? How you managed to put me back together, I'll never know.
Keep doing it, please! I rather enjoy standing upright on my first attempt.
Sincerely R. Noble
I have lived in severe pain for one whole year. The pain began as being mild and progressively worsened. I finally went to seek help from a doctor. I was diagnosed as having SCIATICA. I was told that surgery was necessary. I was also advised that since I am overweight my chances for having surgery were probably impossible. I was referred to a specialist who basically told me the same thing. I was told to lose weight and consider having the surgery later in the future. That left me with a feeling of hopelessness. I was sure that I would live with this unbearable pain for the rest of my life.
I happened to accompany a friend to her chiropractic appointment one day and was introduced to the Chiropractor. While engaged in conversation I mentioned I was diagnosed with SCIATICA. The doctors told me that if I were interested she would be able to treat me and help rid myself of horrible pain that I had been living with. I was very interested. I scheduled an appointment and began treatment.
I will be very honest. I did not believe that it would be possible to get rid of the pain without major surgery. I was not optimistic at all. I continued with the treatments. I did see the results right away because of my pessimism. After my treatment began, it hit me like a ton of bricks. WOW!!!!!!! I was able to move, walk longer distances, sleep at night, play with my six year old, bend down, and tie my shoes. Trust me I can go on and on. I feel like I am a brand new person. Before my treatment began, I would consume more than 60 pain killers in a 30-day period. Currently, there is no need at all for me to take any type of medication.
I am so grateful for my chiropractor. Without her help I am sure I would be lost or struggling to lose weight in order to have surgery.
I owe Dr. Nania the world, without her my life would be in total despair.
M. James
For about five years or more I have had to deal with migraines daily and sharp pains down my lower back. I would constantly sit or stand up awkwardly. Normal daily activities were much harder for me as the years continued. Then one day randomly when I was at the gym, there was a free trigger point massage and I definitely needed it! She told me that there was some swelling and I should consider talking to this chiropractor about all the pain I had explained to her. So I made an appointment for a consultation; the BEST decision I have EVER made!!! Within days I could feel the difference. I definitely had a special case and Dr. Nania has been an amazing help. I can now move freely without pain, my migraines are completely gone, my vision has improved and I can sit with much better posture. Dr. Nania is a great person, with a wonderful heart for helping others live a pain free life!
B. Woodward
September brings lots of activities, including big family dinners in our home. On Sunday afternoon, just before a huge group was due to arrive, I pulled my back. I heard a snap and was sure I’d never make it through dinner, never mind the four courses of dinner dishes.
The first day back to work was Tuesday. I called Dr. Nania and she graciously fit me into her busy schedule.
With the hot packs, tiny electric fingers, then the all fixing adjustment. I felt so much better by the time I left the office. In a couple days I was smiling and back to my “energizer bunny” routine.
To be on the safe side I wore a back support for the next few weeks.
It’s been more than a month and I still feel great! I’m moving like I never had an injury.
Thanks for everything!!!
S. Wright
Dr. Kara Nania has helped me get back the quality of life that I once had.
I was injured in a multi-car accident on the freeway. A couple weeks after the accident, I noticed increasing pain in my neck and upper back. My range of motion was hindered because it hurt to turn my head in any direction.
I’ve never had chiropractic therapy before and did not know what to expect. With each adjustment, I noted a little bit more flexibility (range of motion) and gradual decreasing of pain.
Now, few more weeks after my first visit, I feel like my old self again with full mobility and NO PAIN!!!
I am glad that I have been through this rehabilitation program and am a firm believer as to the effectiveness of chiropractic care. Dr. Kara Nania is knowledgeable and friendly and I will refer people to come and see her!
Satisfied customer G. Kesler
I have had severe back pain since I was 16 years old. The
easiest tasks had become a painful chore. At 17 I had Orthoscopic Surgery and
soon found out it was only a “Band-Aid”. At 20, my back pain was worse and so
was my mood. The pain level ranged from 7 to 9 (of 10) on average and after
years of physical therapy and trying other Chiropractors I felt my pain would
never go away. My former Chiropractors were afraid to adjust my back so I was
always left with a half a treatment. Dr. Nania changed all of that for me. She
accomplished more in the first 6 months than other doctors did in 4 years and
she gave me hope and comfort that I had lost. My back pain subsided and my
former daily pain had caused me a lot of anxiety and other health problems and
I feel like Dr. Nania has given me a huge piece of my life back.
N. Woodward
The idea of going to a chiropractor at first was
intimidating. I didn’t understand how Chiropractic sessions could be a part of
my overall wellness plan.
Meeting Dr. Nania changed my entire perspective of
Chiropractic care. After only working with Dr. Nania for 3 months I have gained
mobility, flexibility, and most importantly, healed a chronic cough that many
traditional medical practitioners could not (or would not) figure out how to
heal.
Because of Dr. Nania’s attitude and methods of health care,
I will continue to maintain Chiropractic care in my wellness program from here
on out. Dr. Nania is a true leader in her profession and also gives back to the
community and to Third World Countries. She is truly an inspiration to this
industry.
B. Bradford Berry
Thanks Dr. Nania for correcting me in every way. I feel like
a new person and the aches I complained about vanished. I sleep soundly and my
wrist doesn’t hurt anymore! You are a wiz!!! Thanks for all the good you do for
all of us.
G. Jordan
Thank you, Dr. Nania, for giving me the strength and hope.
After a month of treatment, I was able to accomplish something I deemed impossible.
On Sunday, August 23rd, I spent eight hours straight on my feet as I
worked relentlessly, like a working ant, helping a friend of mine to move to a
new residence. It was amazing- no pain shooting through my hip and no soreness
in my back! I did not even limp as I waltzed through the rooms, bent to lift
and then carry hefty boxes, etc.
With Dr. Nania’s help, I have recovered some of my vigor and
I am grateful for that.
N. Semko
My back problems started around 25 years ago when I got hurt
in a motorcycle accident. I damaged my spine pretty bad, but luckily my dad had
a good Chiropractor. Through the years I have been going to Chiropractors when
I needed to, but recently my back took a turn for the worse and I was in pain
and having trouble walking and bending. A fellow co-worker recommended me to
call his Chiropractor Dr. Kara S. Nania. I really didn’t realize how much I was
out of adjustment and living with pain until after that meeting with Dr. Nania.
Dr. Nania explained to me what needed to be done to get me back on the road to
recovery. Now after 12 weeks of great
adjustments and care, I feel like a new man. I am now on the road to better
health for a better life. Dr. Nania and her staff are very down to earth and
professional people. Thank you so very much Dr. Nania!
D. Porter
While I was running, I was having trouble lifting my left
leg. Every once in a while there would be a dull pain in my left hip, but
mostly my left leg felt heavy, tired and limited in movement. I brought it up
to Dr. Nania during my adjustment. She noticed that my left hip was out of
place due to abnormal rotating during running. She made a quick adjustment to
my left hip and it popped back into place. Immediately, the problem was fixed!
It was great! I went running that night and my left leg was moving well and it
was easy to lift while running.
B. Gardner
Attention World!!!
I am writing this letter to let everyone know about my
experience and success with a great Chiropractor named Dr. Kara S. Nania from
the Advanced Family Chiropractic in Torrance.
My first visit was on October 9, 2008. Upon my arrival, I
was greeted by an outstanding staff full of smiles and knowledge of
Chiropractic profession. I remember the first thing Dr. Nania said to me after
introducing herself, she said to me “Diana, the least I can promise you is that
you are going to feel a whole lot better.”
During my initial exam, I expressed the many aches and pains
I have been experiencing for years including low back pain, upper back pain,
severe neck pain with limited mobility, headaches and a problem with my jaw
called TMJ. My most critical complaints were the low back pain from standing
and sitting for prolonged periods of time at my job and my entire neck. Dr.
Nania prescribed a treatment that included spinal adjustments, heat therapy,
and traction therapy three times a week. Dr. Nania how important it was to
attend each and every visit. So I made sure not to miss even one appointment.
Today I went in for my re-exam after twelve treatments to
see how well all the therapy was working. After only a couple weeks, I am very
proud and pleased to report that I have improved in EVERY way. I have increased
the strength in my arms with the manual adjustments to my shoulders; my
flexibility has improved by a minimum of 50%, even more in some areas. My
energy and stamina levels have doubled. I no longer get tired midway through an
eight hour day. I no longer suffer from lower back pain at all, even after a
long day on my feet at work.
I am pain free! My
headaches are almost completely gone and I am able to sleep through the night
without tossing and turning from back pain. I have increased mobility in my
neck by 70-80% with NO PAIN!!!
There are no words to express my gratitude to Dr. Nania and
her staff at Advanced Family Chiropractic for all their hard work, dedication
and late hours they put into my getting well. They made me feel like I wasn’t
just another patient…I understood that I was a human being in need of care. I
not only received outstanding chiropractic treatment, I also received warm
welcomes, hugs, laughs, good conversation and a level of professionalism that
is not like any other. I am grateful to Dr. Nania, without her expertise in the
chiropractic field I would still be living with limited mobility and lots of
pain.
If chiropractic care is what you need, then Dr. Kara S.
Nania at Advanced Family Chiropractor is the doctor of choice. She is the only
health professional who has ever lived up to her word. Not only do I “feel a
whole lot better”, like she promised…I FEEL GREAT!!!
I encourage everyone, young and old to visit her in
Torrance. If you are experiencing pain or just want some general maintenance
and up keep for your body, Dr. Nania and her wonderful, one of a kind staff
will take the best care of you. Remember, we only get one body…take care of it
by going to the BEST!
D. Elwell
To understand my success and progress, one must know where I
started. My un-bashfully klutziness started when I was really young. My major
traumas range from being thrown from a horse to falling out of the shower at
12, however that the topper and final incident that made me really think about
Chiropractic Care was the imaginary spider. On January 31, 2009 I was going to
be earlier that normal to prepare for my first 5k. As I was winding down my
excitement I felt a spider crawling on my leg. Normally, I have no problems
with spiders; I just do not want them to touch me. I jumped out of bed, wildly
shaking my pajamas to flick the spider off on to discover in mere seconds later
that it was a hair from my head. After laughing for a moment about how silly I
looked, my lower back and right leg went numb. I though that it might be asleep
after all that was what I trying to do before I went to bed. The next day my
leg was tingled, I thought it was no big deal. After my leg hurt for about a
week I went to my doctor and he stated that it will take about six weeks for
the leg to stop feeling tingly. So I continued about my route until I met
Jennifer. She was a massage therapist for Dr. Nania. She was giving free five
minute massages for anyone who wanted one at the gym. I will never pass up a
(good) freebie. So I gave her my information and told her what was hurting on my
back and my leg for four weeks after the injury. She referred me to Dr. Nania.
After I met Dr. Nania for the first time not only did she address all the
horror stories I googled about Chiropractic Care but that she said she could
help me! She took x-rays and I came back the next day. She went over the x-rays
and explained why I walked funny (not just because of my leg) but when I fell
out of the shower at 12 years old, I did a lot of damage to my spine. She
managed to fix my leg in the first session. I no longer tilted to the right (at
5’9’’ that is noticeable). That was wonderful but that is not what I figured
success. I continued with treatment and progress greatly. My wow moment came
with my last physical exam and progress marker. I was able to touch my toes,
without bending my knees, for the first time!!! The trauma of falling out of
the shower and the placement of my spine limited my mobility since I was 12; I
just sucked it up and went on with life. I never thought anything about it. I
was always told whenever we the presidential fitness test in school that I
should take yoga or do a lot of stretching to help my back as it aged. I always
did but I never even got close to touching my ankles. I now can touch my ankles
and toes!!! So to recap on my success with Chiropractic Care I no longer tilt
to the right, I can touch my toes and my butt has gotten smaller (due to shower
incident it was pushed out more than normal).
P. Lane
I am 15 years old and have been a patient of Dr. Nania’s for
over six months. When I first came to see her my expectations were doubtful. I
have seen physical therapists, other chiropractors, orthopedics and personal
trainers. All who claimed that they could help me but I had no results. I was
diagnosed with mild scoliosis and I am pigeon toes. My posture was so bad that
other people picked on me. I was unable to do simple tasks like stretching and
reaching for my toes. I had upper back pain and I was depressed for no reason;
I could not concentrate and was forgetful. Bottom line I was a mess!
Dr. Nania saw me and explained how pinched nerves could
cause our bodies to feel and act. I had pinched nerves in my back that caused
my mood swings and concentration. Dr. Nania said my scoliosis was mild and
could be corrected. She was confident that she could straighten my posture,
neck curvature, pinched nerves and even my feet as I walked.
My posture is not a 100% but it have improved GREATLY, even
family and friends took notice. I am able to sit without pain. I am still
unable to stretch and touch my toes; but I am able to bend much further. I am
happier and able to concentrate on school work. My neck has moved slightly but
in time I am confident it will be aligned. My feet are up to me to correct, but
Dr. Nania is helping with exercises.
Dr. Nania never made me feel bad about how I was. She was
very supportive and understanding. She has helped me get better. I will be sad
when her assistance is no longer needed.
S. Hite
I feel so much better now that I am a patient of Dr. Nania.
I recently went in for a normal adjustment and told Dr. Nania that I had a
headache and she did a very special adjustment and sprayed the area with
biofreeze. My headache went away very quickly. Thank you Dr. Nania!!!
Last week I bent over to pick something up and felt a
shooting pain in my lower back. I went to Dr. Nania and felt so much better
after my adjustment and stem unit work.
M. Smith
My story begins with back pain, sleepless nights and
headaches. Due to a compression fracture of the T 12 vertebrae. I have lived
with back pain for all my adult life since I was in the Navy. Through the years
I have gone to the doctor only to get medications to mask the pain which
eventually returned. I may of this year I was lying in bed unable to work and
an associate asked me if I had ever considered going to a Chiropractor. I told
her at this point I would try anything. The pain was excruciating. She told me
that her daughter works for this amazing Chiropractor and I should check it
out. I immediately called Dr. Nania’s office and set up an appointment. Dr.
Nania examined me and took x-rays. We discussed the method of treatment and I
agreed to be treated. After my first few treatment s I felt so much relief from
my pain. After years of medications and ointments being prescribed to me that
had no effect, I was overwhelmed with joy that with my normal adjustments I
felt a huge difference. I was finally being able to live pain free and sleep
through the night. It has been about four mounths since I started my treatment
and my quality of life and range of movement have improved beyond my wildest
dreams. I am so thankful for the expert care, professionalism and sincerity
that Dr. Nania has given to me. Dr. Nania and her staff are always kind,
courteous and professional. I would recommend Dr. Nania to anyone who wants to
have a better quality of life from constant back pain. Since I have started
treatment I am able to enjoy the activities that have kept me sidelined due to
the pain. I enjoy riding a bicycle, playing golf, hiking and other activities
that help keep me in shape. Before my treatment I was lucky to do any of these
things without pain and extended recovery time in between. I can now ride my
bicycle and enjoy the scenery rather than when having to stop. My golf game has
improved with longer drives, less fatigue and improved stamina. I have been
able to get back into shape again working out which helps me to go hiking and
enjoy the outdoors with friends. All this has been made possible again without
medications through the expert care that Dr. Nania has given me. I am blessed
to have been given that opportunity to enjoy the quality of life that has been
suppressed for so long. Thank you Dr. Nania for giving back to me the life that
I have dearly missed for years.
T. Tell
To whoever is looking to be pain free,
Before I started my first 12 chiropractic visits with Dr.
Nania I had suffered with severe neck, upper back and shoulder blade pain for a
very long period of time. But never had I experienced difficulty in taking a
deep breath between my shoulder blades. Now I was getting a little scared. Over
the past 12 plus years I have had MRI’s, examined by Orthopedic Surgeon’s,
Neurologists, even another Chiropractor one time, you name it. They could never
find anything too conclusive, except a bulge in the disc in my neck but they
only took out their prescription pads. The Chiropractor didn’t write a
prescription but the treatment he subscribed did more harm than good. This
caused me to be afraid to see another Chiropractor for about 4 years. Sometimes
I experienced headaches in the back of my skull which were crushing at times and
fairly frequent. I had got to the point where it hurt to drive, hurt to
exercise, hurt to cook, wash dishes, basically anything that requires lifting
your arms or turning of the head. I have always been kind of a do it yourselfer
so it has been very difficult for me to ask for help. I just kept burying the
pain deeper and deeper. As a business owner and presenter, sometimes it was
quite difficult to do my job and cover the pain I was feeling but usually
waited to collapse when I got home.
What finally brought me to Dr. Nania was a couple of
persistent friends made me promise to see her after I had completed 21 days of
Prayer and Fasting with my church. I kept my promise, I’m glad I did. After
just 4 weeks, I am driving pain free most of the time; headaches have been
reduced to one or two a week. I am breathing pain free and I am able to turn my
neck from side to side much more comfortably. I also noticed that my posture
has improved; I have been able to get back out on my fast walks and look
forward to resuming my exercise routine soon. Coming to Dr. Nania helped me to
lay aside my fear of going to a chiropractor. She is so gentle and caring. Her
fingers are magical! I would refer anyone to her in a minute. In fact, it won’t be long before my 19 year
old ice skating daughter will be in to see her. If you have been struggling
with anything like I have, please do yourself a favor and call Dr. Nania,
you’ll be so glad you did!
S. Giachello