Testimonials

I am a former patient; my last session [Non-Surgical FDA Approved Knee Program] was in September. I was having severe knee pain at time and was looking for an alternative to surgery.

After seeing an ad in the Southern Illinoisan paper, I went to the SIMPLEMedicalCenter. I just had to write a thank you because it is now January and I am still pain free. Obviously your treatments work, but your staff is outstanding. Your office staff is very caring and professional and it was a pleasure to have such great physical therapists. I have seen them on days when they were not feeling well themselves, but a less observant person would have never noticed, since they are invariably cheerful, helpful and professional. It was even “fun” to get injections from Dr. French, with Heather’s capable assistance.

Should I need further treatments for anything in the future, I will not hesitate to return!

So, Thanks!!

Before my treatment [Non-Surgical FDA Approved Knee Program] at SIMPLE, I had serious knee pain and assumed that would be my situation for the rest of my life unless I had knee surgery.

When I tried to stand up after sitting for a long time, as in car rides, bus rides, in a theater or at a restaurant, my knee would buckle and hurt as I tried to stand and it would be a painful few seconds before I could walk again. I was using a cane for support while walking and especially when climbing and descending stairs.

By the end of the eight weeks at SIMPLE, I no longer needed my cane and I have been cane-free for twelve weeks now. I continue to be amazed by the many things that I can do again that I was unable to do before the injections and physical therapy.

I would recommend this procedure to anyone with knee joint pain. Pain from the injections is minimal, physical therapy is low impact, and the exercised are easily done at home after physical therapy is completed at SIMPLE.

I played a lot of football and received a lot of football injuries. In fact I had a compression fracture in my back. I went to the medical doctor had some x-rays taken, and of course they gave me painkillers and muscle relaxers. They said I would have to live with the pain or take medicine to control it. How long do they think a person can live a productive, healthy life on those things?! My family and friends started recommending that I find a chiropractor and I did. It helped but I really didn't get the whole “chiropractic for life” just yet. I went primarily for the pain management. I would then stop going and guess what, the pain would eventually return. I started coming to Dr. Barrett's office about a year ago and I finally got it. Chiropractic not only helps with pain, but I feel better all around. Not only physically but mentally healthier too. I don't get sick, and I feel stronger than ever. Chiropractic helps me do the two things I enjoy the most: drywall, construction, and bicycling. Over the summer of 2004 I rode my bicycle cross-country. Well, actually 3,300 miles to be exact! I don't think I could do either of these activities without the benefits of chiropractic. I truly feel everyone could benefit from chiropractic adjustments in one way or another.

I have always had back pain and tension in my shoulder areas. I just assumed that it was normal to feel that way so I never sought help. I finally mentioned my problems to the SIU Health Care Center and they referred me to Dr. Barrett's office.

His office is GREAT! After taking x-rays of my spine, he explained why I was having these problems and developed a personalized plan for me. Heather coached me through my exercises, and the adjustments feel great.

I love to play tennis and poker, watch T.V., I'm a Chicago Cubs Fan., and I am studying to be court reporter at SIU. Chiropractic has totally helped in all aspects. I have more energy, my shoulder pain is gone, my posture has improved and I feel better all around.

Chiropractic is amazing! Hi have been recommending Dr. Barrett's office to everyone!

My family began seeing Dr. Barrett after my daughter, Kristin, was thrown from a horse. We were referred to Dr. Barrett through a friend. After listening to Dr. Barrett explain how Chiropractic Care heals tons of symptoms by correcting your spine and freeing your nerves from interferences – I decided to give it a try. After four months of extensive testing, MRI's, Cat Scans, Nerve Conduction Studies, EEG's and numerous blood tests, I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia. I was experiencing chronic muscle swelling, pain, itching, burning, and tingling throughout my body. I was barely able to make it through the day from exhaustion, and lack of energy and strength. The Medical Doctor's prescribed antidepressants, muscle relaxers, nsaids, pain pills, ect, to ‘help' me make it through the day. I didn't like taking all those medication and the cost was more than I could handle! Dr. Barrett began me on a program of natural supplements and continues to do adjustments weekly which have greatly improved my quality of life. I also experienced Colits and many allergy problems before beginning Chiropractic Care, and now these two problems have also improved! I work full time and have three teenage children, so life is very active. I have now been able to resume most of my normal activities without any medication, and I am once again able to do my exercise program. I highly recommend Chiropractic care to anyone – it works. Thank you Dr. Barrett and your wonderful staff for helping me and my family take charge of our health.

I had been a patient of Dr. Barrett's for about a year before getting pregnant. My family had encouraged me to come in due to a sneezing incident in which I threw my back out. I never quit coming. When I found out I was pregnant I kept coming since I had heard chiropractic helped with morning sickness, lower back pain, and I wanted to keep my body in top condition! Chiropractic helped me be more comfortable during my pregnancy, and allowed me to keep doing the things I love to do – gardening, shopping, and spending time with my family. Brock (my new born) and I both get adjustments now. It's a great feeling knowing I am starting him out with the best health care possible! Another thing I attribute to Chiropractic is the rapid loss of my pregnancy weight. I feel that without all the care I received at Dr. Barrett's my pregnancy may not have been so pleasant. I truly feel all expecting mothers should receive chiropractic care.

I had been introduced to Chiropractic some years ago when I fell on my ice-covered back porch. After x-rays, M.D. visits and of course drugs, I was still in pain, but with just 2 adjustments I was pain free. A few years later I was diagnosed with thoracic outlet syndrome with numbness and pain in my arms and fingers. Once again, only chiropractic worked. About 8 months ago I was suffering from debilitating migraine headaches. I couldn't function, think, keep food down, stand the light – there really wasn't much I could stand. After two emergency room visits, two general M.D. visits, two EMT visits, numerous neurological visits, drugs, and outrageous bills, and still no relief, I returned to chiropractic. Dr. Barrett is wonderful! He is helping to prevent future migraines by keeping my spine in line! He is encouraging proper exercise, proper nutrition, rest, and stress reduction and or course Chiropractic Care!

Now days my headaches are down to one time a month. I am so thankful that the Lord is using Dr. Barrett to improve mine and my family's health!