Dr. Degon,
I wanted to thank you for taking such good care of my children and me.  I was experiencing loss of feeling in my fingers on my right hand.  My pinky was the worst.  I was told that surgery would be the only way to correct this problem.  After speaking to you about the problem you adjusted my hands and I have never felt better.  It has been one and a half years and I am still feeling great.

My three children have also been under your care. 

Ryan, nine years old, was experiencing loss of hearing.  He was treated at Children’s Hospital.  He had tubes placed in his ears.  And then on another visit had his ears cleaned out.  After all that there was still no improvement.  He then began getting adjusted and to my amazement his hearing began to improve.  He also suffers with nocturia and this too has improved. 

Amanda, four years old, last summer began to stutter.  It was really bad.  When I told Kathleen, I was in tears.  I thought my baby would never be the same.  Kathleen suggested that I bring her in and have you adjust her.  I said nothing could be that easy.  I reluctantly brought her in to see you.  Once again I was amazed.  You  “fixed” or “healed  her”.  It was like watching a miracle take place.

Justin, seven years old, recently had to go to the pediatrician.  He did not remember the office.  He thought it was my doctor’s office.  I realized that it had been a year and a half since they had been to see the pediatrician.  Every time they showed any sign of illness, I brought then to you and had you adjust them. 

Since Getting adjusted on a regular basis I have noticed that their immune system is stronger and their bodies heal faster.  Thanks to you I have learned so much as a mom and an individual in the past year and a half.

Once again, thank-you for “fixing” my children!

                                                Sincerely,

                                                Tracey Banas

1/15/07

Dear Dr. Degon:                   

8 Weeks to Wellness has been a very positive experience for me and has had a profound impact on my life.  As a mother of two small, active children, all of my attention was focused on them and their needs, with little attention placed on my own.  I knew that I needed to adopt a healthier lifestyle.  I was in need of a change in my life because my weight was escalating and I barely had the energy to make it through the day.  I decided that for the benefit of my family and my own health, that I would give the program a try. 8WW sounded appealing to me since it incorporated a multi-faceted approach to wellness.  

I felt the benefits of the program almost immediately.  In just a few short days, my energy level increased dramatically. I no longer had the mid-afternoon “crash” that I had experienced on a daily basis prior to the 8WW program.  In fact, my energy level remained high throughout the day.  While on the program, I did not feel hungry, experience cravings or feel deprived in any way.  I was amazed at how easily I could incorporate the nutritional guidelines into my life. Other programs that I have tried (and failed) were complicated and cumbersome.  8WW was unlike any other program because it fit into my lifestyle effortlessly. 

The other aspects of the program were just as positive. The meditation exercises helped me to manage everyday stress much more effectively.   8WW is different from any other program I have tried because I received individualized care on my quest for better health.  This program is not focused solely on “weight loss” as most programs are.  The focus of 8WW is on you as an individual.  The chiropractic care, massage therapy and physical training were all personalized to fit my own personal goals and needs.  8WW is unique because I did not feel like I was being compared to others or scrutinized because of how much weight I lost each week.  It’s not about numbers on a scale. It’s about improving your life. 

For the first time in a long time, I felt that I was really in control of my health and well-being—and it shows!  I lost over 12 pounds in the course of 8 weeks.  The most dramatic results I experienced however, was in the number of inches I lost on the program-- 5 inches off of my hips, 4 ½ off of my waist and my body fat decreased by more than 2%.   My blood work showed amazing results as well.  My total cholesterol decreased by 16 points and my triglyceride and glucose levels went down too.  The most dramatic results however were in my LDL (bad cholesterol) levels—they decreased by 42 points!  My blood pressure and blood levels, once in the high/unhealthy range are now all in the normal range since the completion of this program.

Aside from having to wear a smaller clothing size, the best part of the program for me is the dramatic increase in energy.  I feel energized throughout the day and no longer need to rely on caffeine to make it through the afternoon.  The pronounced increase in energy also allows me to go to bed later and to get better quality sleep than ever before. 

As stated earlier, the impact of this program on my entire life has been profound.  I look and feel better than I have in 10 years. I feel a true sense of accomplishment since completing the 8WW program.  I have learned many healthy habits which I have incorporated into my post 8WW life.  I am very appreciative of all you have done for me.  Your staff is absolutely amazing, and I know I could not have accomplished all that I have without them.  I would especially like to thank Brian for keeping me motivated and making working-out fun! Thank you to Kathleen and Billie for their flexibility in scheduling appointments around my busy schedule.

Thanks again, Dr. Degon, for believing in me and for helping me to make positive and lasting changes in my life.  8 Weeks to Wellness is all that it claims to be and more.  “Give us 8 weeks and we’ll change the rest of your life”.  It certainly has changed mine. 

Fondly,

Michelle L.

I was afflicted with an extremely painful nerve condition called Trigeminal Neuralgia for the past year.  The pain in my right eye, sinus, and jaw was paralyzing and crippling.  I could not sleep properly and was lethargic most of the time.  I went to every medical specialist available and had all tests possible with no relief.  Prescribed painkillers gave me numerous side effects and no cure.  I was referred to Dr. Degon by two co-workers and was very skeptical having never been to a chiropractor.

I was treated by Dr. Degon in a professional and caring attitude and within two months of neck ,back , head adjustments, and massage therapy, I was completely pain free, off medication, and had no return symptoms.  I feel great being normal and healthy once again.  It was like a miracle making me feel newborn.

Sincerely,

Lt. Leon 
Philadelphia Police Department

Dr. Degon,

As you know, I was experiencing pain in my lower back, through my hips and legs for several months.  My usual physical activities were limited due to the pain.  I am a very active person with my daily activities including working out with weights, etc., but the pain was causing me to curtail most of my physical activities.  This affected my lifestyle tremendously, I could not accomplish the most simple tasks at home without experiencing pain.  Also, I did not sleep well and the pain made it difficult to sit.

I have not tried treatments with other medical professionals.  I used some over the counter medicines, i.e. Tylenol, Advil, which were ineffective against my pain.

I was referred to you by several co-workers.

My initial thought about going to a chiropractor was I hoped it would be effective, but was not convinced it would work for my particular problem because of the severity of my pain.  I wanted to avoid prescription pain medicine and any surgical procedures, therefore, I was willing to try chiropractic treatments first.  You were highly recommended to me by other individuals who had excellent results with your treatments.

I have been treated by you for about five months and the results of my treatments have been extraordinary.  I have very little pain, if any, on most days.  I have resumed most of my physical workouts and am getting back my active, physical lifestyle.  I feel great, mentally and physically, and have recommended chiropractic treatment to friends and family who are experiencing any pain.  I would like to take this opportunity to thank you, Kathy and Lucy for your professionalism and look forward to continuing treatments to maintain a healthy lifestyle.                      

                                                                      Sincerely,