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Headaches

Mount Vernon, IA I come from a long line of skeptics. Chiropractic care was unheard of in our household.

After many years of suffering from severe neck and shoulder pain due to an old car accident, and after exhausting all traditional medical services, I turned to Chiropractic medicine for answers. I endured Physical Therapy, with very little results. My Family doctor prescribed anti depressants since sleeping became difficult. Test were run, x-rays, MRI’s, all giving the same results – there was nothing the Doctors could do. I was told to treat myself with Motrin and suffer with the pain.

I started treatment with Dr. Cornelius last June. After one treatment I felt results. I am able to walk, sit & sleep comfortably. In October I stopped taking anti depressants. The results have been miraculous. I tried this form of treatment as a last result. I told one of the physician team that cares for my family my results; she was extremely supportive and told me that she too had wonderful results for migraine headaches. I only wish that one of the many doctors along my journey had suggested this as an alternative rather than dismissing my symptoms and prescribing unnecessary medications. Not only have I received relief from my pain, I have also been educated on this intriguing form of medicine. As I continue my journey through life, I will recommend Chiropractic Medicine for those that are looking for relief.

Cedar Rapids, Iowa For six years, I have experienced severer migraine headaches. They start with muscle tension in the upper back and neck. I would also experience floating black spots shortly before the headaches began. I lost all of concentration and therefore I missed work to lay at home in total darkness for from two to fourteen days at a time. Sunlight intensified my headaches. It was almost impossible to open the drapes and always impossible to enjoy the outdoors.

Nothing helped my headaches. I tried Tylenol, Nuprin and Advil. They were all worthless. The medications prescribed by my medical doctor made me ill. I saw a neurologist and he checked me for a brain tumor. His medications made me even more ill.

I talked to many friends and co-workers about my problem and many of them referred me to their Chiropractor, Dr. Cornelius. I was scared to death. My father had always seen a Chiropractor but for 27 years of my life I was dead set against it. But I needed relief now and I needed to get away form medications and their side effects.

Since seeing Dr. Cornelius, I have gone from one-three migraines a week to only one in the last three months. And Dr. Cornelius got ride of that one for me. I waited too long to go see him. I also used to have a cold or bronchitis or walking pneumonia almost constantly due to a low immune system. I no longer have those problems. I take no medications. I have never felt better!!

I saw skeptical of Chiropractic ands down right scared to be adjusted. Now I look forward to going. Chiropractic is the greatest experience I have ever had.

Mechanicsville, Iowa I have suffered from severe headaches for ten years. My mother also had this problem and I naively thought my headaches were just hereditary. For as long as I can remember, I would go to bed with a headaches and wake up with it too. At first I could get some relief by sleeping them off. As time went on I would take six or more Excedrin capsules per day creating a new problem, numb arms and legs. I put off going to a doctor until it became very apparent to me that I could not function doing daily tasks. Even riding in the car was impossible without becoming nauseated . When I finally decided to see my doctor I was suffering from the headaches, numb arms and legs, a stiff neck and back and dizziness.

A good friend suggested that I see Doctor Cornelius, as she had been his patient for a long time. At the first appointment he took X-rays and made some adjustments to my spine. I felt immediate results and now after more than three weeks my headaches a gone and the other symptoms have diminished considerably too. At this point in time I see Dr. Cornelius about once a week and we have a goal to make it once a month. I don't want those headaches back. I hope my experience will encourage others to go to Dr. Cornelius.

Mount Vernon As a result of being struck on the head by a bed frame I had constant headaches, nausea, dizzy spells and pain from my head down into my neck and upper back. I went to two MD's and an orthopedist and they couldn't help me. I wore a beck brace for over five weeks. The doctors prescribed several different kinds of pills that caused major side effects but nothing that helped.

After two months of missing work and wasting time running back and forth to doctors my mom convinced me to see Dr. Cornelius. He seemed very interested in my case and very confident that he could help me. He took X-rays of my whole spine and explained what was wrong and how he was going to fix me. Within a week I felt better and the second week I was back to work. I am convinced that this is the answer.

Cedar Rapids, Iowa Before being treated by Dr. Cornelius I had been seeing a MD for dizziness and severe headaches. I was given a complete physical and was treated for inner-ear infections and possible nervous tension.

I was referred to Dr. Cornelius by my wife. She had been treated by him for a low back condition. I especially wanted to see a Chiropractor who took X-rays before treating a person and this was Dr. Cornelius' practice. After X-raying my spine he showed me where the nerves were pinched off. After my first treatment my headaches were greatly reduced and the dizziness was almost completely gone. In all it took four treatments and my problems are completely taken care of.

I feel there are lots of different problems that a Chiropractor can take care of and I would recommend Dr. Cornelius for any Chiropractic problem.

Mount Vernon, Iowa I am 86 years old and in August I was driving my car when it went off the road. After the accident I started having headaches and earaches. I was also so dizzy that I could hardly walk alone. My kids were going to put me in the nursing home because they thought I would fall if I was living alone.

After the accident I went to my MD and got some pills but I still had lots of pain and dizziness. The MD's weren't helping me so a friend suggested that I see Dr. Cornelius and get a few adjustments. The first time at Dr. Cornelius' office I got an exam and he took X-rays of my spine. He said my problems were coming from my neck.

I have now had five adjustments and my headaches and earaches are all gone. My dizziness is also gone. I can walk normal again without falling down and hanging onto walls. The nursing home can wait. I hope my experience will promote others to see a Chiropractor.

My daughter came home that evening and I told her what had happened. She had seen Dr. Cornelius for a neck problem and suggested I make an appointment. So I went to see him and I was well satisfied with the results. This has been over two years now and my hand is just fine.

This summer I went to see Dr. Cornelius about my low back. It has bothered me since I saw 15 and I have had to wear a girdle for years. Now, since I've had six treatments, I have no back pain and I don't have to wear that hot girdle anymore. Chiropractic has done so much for me and it can help you too.

Tipton, Iowa I have been bothered with headaches since I was a junior in high school. For over 30 years I have averaged two headaches a week. Some times they were so severe I would become nauseated. I took all kinds of medications including special migraine medication but nothing really helped.

My daughter was going to Dr. Cornelius and I had fallen down stairs. My shoulder was bothering me and I had a constant headache so my daughter recommended I make an appointment with Dr. Cornelius. On my first appointment a medical history was taken and he took X-rays of my spine. During my next appointment they were explained to me and I could see exactly where the problem area was. I have seen the doctor for three weeks now.

My shoulder is fine, my headaches are gone and I feel great. This is something I would not have believed. I thought my headaches were something I would have to live with the rest of my life. Thanks to Dr. Cornelius that is no longer true.

Walker, Iowa I am a 69 year old farmer and I have had a problem with my hands getting numb and going to sleep. This has gone on for over a year and it finally got so bad that I couldn't sleep at night. I also had pain between my shoulders and in to my chest. I have been to my MD and two other Chiropractors in the last year and I found no relief from my pain. Various forms of treatment were tried by those Chiropractors but I saw no relief at all.

I saw Dr. Cornelius' ad in the newspaper and I decided to try him and see if he could help. My neighbor thought I should go for surgery but I didn't want to do that. On the first office call Dr. Cornelius examined me and took X-rays of my whole spine. He found a couple vertebrae that were pinching on my nerves and that was causing all my pain. I felt some relief after my first treatment.

I have been getting better every day now and I sleep all night with no pain. I can even button my shirt again. I would highly recommend Dr. Cornelius if you have arm pain.

Cedar Rapids, Iowa Several years ago I was in a bad car accident. My doctor said I had a "severe neck sprain" (whiplash). Following the accident I continued to have throbbing pain on the right side of my neck. I went back to my MD time after time to no avail. The doctor said the muscles in my neck had been stretched so severely that there was nothing he could do for me. He said I would have to "learn to live with it". As the years passed I began to have headaches and problems with gas after eating as well as the throbbing neck pain. So, I learned to live with it.

I first saw Dr. Cornelius in December and we discussed my problem. He said he thought he could help me. I have to admit I was very skeptical and somewhat scared to be adjusted. During my first visit he took X-rays and showed me the cause of my problem. Now after several adjustments I am in pretty good shape. The headaches are gone and I no longer have problems eating. I seldom have the neck pain.

I would definitely recommend Dr. Larry. He is a very dedicated and caring Chiropractor with his patient's best interest in mind.

Mechanicsville, Iowa My daughter is 6 and has suffered from migraine headaches since she was 3 years old. When she got a headache it would last all day. She would go to sleep, wake up and throw up, sleep again and get sick again. She would also get a high fever with the headaches. Sometimes as high as 104. She went to her MD and a neurologist and they found nothing.

They did an EEG, skull X-rays and a very complete physical. After $600.00 in bills they told me she had vascular headaches. They put her on three 15mg. Phenobarbital a day for six months. They said she would probably grow up with headaches. After the six months the headaches came back so we took her back to the specialist. They put her on more medication. After four months she was so highly medicated she would cry for the slightest reason. We reduced her dosage to 2 pills day and she was a little better. Her teacher complained that she was very sensitive and slow which was caused by the pills.

We started taking my daughter to Dr. Cornelius a few months ago and we have seen great results. She doesn't have any more headaches. We are gradually weaning her off the Phenobarbital. She now takes four pills a week instead of twenty-one. Brandy has not had a fever over 100 for three months now thanks to Dr. Cornelius. If your child has headaches check with Dr. Cornelius. He has done wonders for us.

Cedar Rapids, Iowa I have suffered from migraine headaches for several years, and knowing that migraines were common on both sides of my family, I believed it was an inherited condition. I did nothing for the headaches other than suffer through them.

As time went on the headaches became more frequent and more severe. Finally they became unbearable so I began to start looking for some kind of relief. After talking to several people I found that everyone that had been cured of migraines had been treated by a Chiropractor. Many of them mentioned Dr. Cornelius. After a short consultation and examination Dr. Cornelius explained his diagnosis of my condition and how Chiropractic could help.

Since I started treatment I have not had one migraine headache. I feel great!! The adjustments have also relieved a sinus condition which I had since I was a teen. Although I had a rather agnostic attitude toward all doctors, I am a firm believer in Dr. Cornelius. The proof is in the putting.

Several years ago I had a sever case of bursitis in my right shoulder. About three months ago it started all over again. After several weeks of pills and no improvement I decided to go to a Chiropractor. A good friend referred me to Dr. Cornelius. After just a few treatments I had some relief and my arm was better. So far I have had only five treatments and my shoulder is great. I would recommend Dr. Cornelius to anyone who has bursitis. He sure helped me.

Mount Vernon, Iowa As a result of being struck on the head by a bed frame, I had constant headaches, nausea, dizzy spells and pain from my head on down my spine. I went to two different doctors and an orthopedic specialist. I wore a neck brace for five weeks. The doctors put me on several different kinds of pills but nothing seemed to help.After two months of missing work and wasting my time running back and forth to doctors my mother convinced me to see a Chiropractor. Dr. Cornelius seemed very interested in my problem and very confident that he could help me. He took X-rays the first day and showed me what was wrong and what he had to do to fix it. Within a week I was feeling much better. I am convinced that this is the answer to my health problems. Thank you Dr. Cornelius for taking away my pain.

Mount Vernon, Iowa I have suffered for many years with severe migraine headaches. The pain usually lasts 3 or 4 days and the headaches would come two or three times a month. When I got my headaches it was very difficult to function at my job. In the past, I have been treated by medical doctors who would prescribe a narcotic drug to reduce the pain.A friend talked me into going to Dr. Cornelius to see if he could help my headaches. He X-rayed and examined me and showed me several vertebrae that where out of alignment. They where causing pressure on the nerves that control the blood supply to my brain and causing my headaches. As a result of his adjustments my headaches are tremendously improved. I have been completely without headaches now for three weeks and it's wonderful. Thank you Dr. Cornelius!!

Mount Vernon, IA I have been bothered by headaches since I was a junior in high school. For over thirty years I have had an average of two severe headaches a week. Some were so severe that I would become nauseated. I have taken every kind of pain pill and I have had medication for migraines. The headaches kept coming back.

Then I fell down my stairs and hurt my shoulder so my daughter recommended that I see Dr. Cornelius. On my first appointment a medical history and X-rays were taken. During that first visit my X-rays were explained to me and he showed me exactly where the problem areas were. I saw the doctor three times the first week and once a week after that.

I would highly recommend Dr. Cornelius because I have not been bothered with headaches since the fifth visit. This is something I would not have believed before. I thought my headaches were something I had to live with. Thanks to Dr. Cornelius that is no longer true. My shoulder is all better too.

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Low Back Pain

Cedar Rapids, Iowa I've had low back problems for at least 10 years from an injury. I was told it was a minor problem but it didn’t take much to irritate or flare up this old injury. I finally came to the conclusion that this was something that came with age and I’d just have to live with it. No other doctors recommended a Chiropractor they usually wanted to give me a prescription or Advil. I always wondered what good this did. How do pills rehabilitate the injured area?

Dr. Cornelius came highly recommended to me by a co-worker who visits the doctor and is very selective. When he asked the doctor how long it would take to help him, it wasn’t an answer of 3-4 times and you’ll be good as new. Dr. Cornelius mentioned important factors like age, lifestyle, the type of injury etc. I also heard he works with the Athletic Department at Cornell College and the local high schools that told me all I needed to know.

I feel better now than I have in many years. I like to play Frisbee golf, but I hadn’t been able to play for over a month because of my back. The day after my first Chiropractic adjustment I played Frisbee golf pain free. I am able be do so much more now. You owe it to yourself to see what Chiropractic can do for your well being.

Hale, Iowa I have been having lower back trouble for fifteen years or more. I just thought it was from heavy work on the farm. Then the pain went down into my left leg and it would hurt and go numb. I finally went to my family doctor and he sent me to another doctor and he sent me to another. After many tests they finally found that I had a disc out. The doctor told me that if it got worse I should go to the hospital and they would put me in traction. He told me the traction would relieve the pain for a while and that surgery was no sure cure either.

The leg pain got worse and recently I started to feel a lot of pain in my right arm. Another doctor told me that my arm numbness and soreness was from too much caffeine. So I stopped drinking coffee but that didn't help. My back and leg pain got so bad it was making me sick to my stomach. Three friends of mine tried to get me to go to Dr. Cornelius and I finally got the nerve up to go see him. I had never seen a Chiropractor before and I thought he might hurt me.

I can't explain how good I felt after just one adjustment. I thought this couldn't be and it must be all in my head. Dr. Cornelius took X-rays and showed me a lot of things that were wrong. I was also having real bad headaches, which he treated me for on my first visit. I have now had three adjustments and I almost feel like a new person after living with pain for so long.

I love to work in my garden and yard but I just couldn't for a long time. I couldn't even go shopping because I would hurt so badly after just a few hours. But now, so soon, I can be on my feet for a couple hours and get by just great. I have told every one I see just how great I feel.

Mount Vernon, Iowa I began the summer unable to do the ordinary things in life without pain or lots of pills. Dealing with pain took a great deal of my energy. I had to give up physical activities such as gardening and bicycling, which had always rejuvenated my spirits. "My cane and I" became a family jock, but I thought I would need a cane for housework and teaching on into the future.

Because Dr. Cornelius had helped my husband with back troubles for a number of years, I decided to try a few Chiropractic treatments before getting enmeshed in the medical world. I started treatments in June and by August I was almost back to normal in terms of my daily activities and freedom from pain. Along with the adjustments I have used heat on my back and my hips. I'm really pleased to see gradual, natural improvement and a return to strength of my body without having to shock my system with drugs or surgery. My confidence in my body is returning. I now plan to pay more attention to getting fit and staying active now that I am more aware of the inter-connectiveness of my muscles and bones.

Lisbon, Iowa On Sunday morning I bent over and my low back snapped. I laid on the floor for most of the day because my husband was afraid to move me. My husband called our doctor and he prescribed pain pills that I got about 7:00 PM. After about a week of suffering my doctor sent me to an Orthopedic Surgeon. He told me it was osteoporosis and I was sent to he hospital for a bone scan and many X-rays. The Orthopedist advised me to get a back brace. Nothing was helping me. I had severe back pain and my vertebrae were giving me fits.

I finally went back to my job but by 11:00 AM every day I was exhausted and in pain. By the time I went home all I wanted to do was lay down and go to sleep. I suffered for two years.

I went back to my family doctor several times and had cortisone and other chemicals shot into my back. I was sent to another Orthopedist and got the same answers and more expensive treatment but no relief. I was at the end of my rope.

I got the phone book out to look for a local Chiropractor. Dr. Cornelius seemed the closest. I got an appointment for the next day and I was examined and X-rayed. I was given large doses of Calcium and about three treatments a week for a couple weeks. I am truly amazed at the improvement. My back is 95% improved. I still have to watch what I do. I still take lots of Calcium but my adjustments are 10 days apart now. I feel like a new woman at 53. All of this in less than two months time, after suffering for over two years. I am totally sold on Chiropractic care and Dr. Cornelius.

Fairfax, Iowa I am a 65-year-old farmer. I have had back problems on and off all of my life and I have seen many Chiropractors over the years. Several months ago I started having back trouble and this time I got pain down my left leg. I was not able to sit for any length of time. During the next five months I had x-rays taken and went to three different Chiropractors. Not one of them could give me relief. Then a friend told me about Dr. Cornelius, so I gave him a try. I had two adjustments the first week and the pain was almost gone in my leg. I had three more treatments in the following weeks and now I have no pain in my back or leg. I would recommend Dr. Cornelius over any Chiropractor I have seen before.

Mount Vernon, Iowa I have been suffering from back pain for the last 15 years now. I was only 28 when I first noticed the pain. It started after the birth of my first child. I was 31 when my second child was born. I had to have a caesarian operation both times.One day when I was feeling especially miserable I was talking to my neighbor and he said to go to Dr. Cornelius. "I know he can help you, he always helps me", he said.My first visit with Dr. Cornelius he took some big X-rays and I could definitely see how crooked my spine was. No wonder I hurt so badly! Sitting at work sometimes the tears would come it hurt so badly. He adjusted my low back and my neck on the first visit. I have not had a headache since that first adjustment. Before, it seemed every time I turned around I had to take Anacin for my headaches. Now after fifteen years I know why my babies had to be born caesarian with my pelvis and all so out of line. My job requires that I sit at a desk all day so I thought I would just have to live with my backaches the rest of my life. Believe me, I am going to refer anyone I talk to about back pain or headaches to Dr. Cornelius. May God bless and keep Dr. Cornelius always.

Lawden, Iowa I work for the postal service so I am on my feet all day either sorting or delivering mail. I was having severe low back pain. The pain was so bad that it hurt to pick up anything and walk up or down stairs. It hurt when I was trying to sleep or when I was turning over in bed. I would feel so much pain all over my back. This back pain changed my life. I was moving slower and grumpy all the time. After I would lay down and take a nap to try to catch up on my sleep. I couldn't do housework or yard work because of the pain.

Medical doctors ran many tests but they couldn't find anything wrong. They said 'Let's see if it gets worse". I saw five different doctors. One night I was looking on the internet to see what other kinds of treatments were available to me. Chiropractic care was an option. This was my first time to see a Chiropractor for treatment.

The examination was not painful and the doctor explained what he was doing. X-rays were taken to see where my problems were. Dr. Cornelius said I had a pinched nerve. He gave me an adjustment on the first visit and right away I felt better. I was encouraged to eat healthy and take better care of myself. Every adjustment was explained to me on the X-rays.

My condition is greatly improved. Every adjustment makes me feel better. I received three adjustments the first week and two the second. It is so nice to feel like myself again! I would encourage anyone, of any age to make Chiropractic part of their health care. It is so great to feel good without taking drugs. Chiropractic care has been a very pleasant experience for me

Lisbon, Iowa On Monday morning I was at the post office to get my mail. I bent down to get the mail out and when I tried to stand up my back caught and I couldn't straighten up. There was a very sharp pain in my back and down both legs, especially the right one. After being helped to my car I went back to work at the school and asked the athletic director whom he sent his athletes to. He said try Dr. Cornelius. I had never been to a Chiropractor and I was very nervous about calling. Somewhat like a "doubting Thomas". But I was in so much pain I was willing to try anything to get rid of it.

I called Dr. Cornelius' office and a very friendly receptionist said I should come right over. When I arrived she tried to make me as comfortable as possible. A few minutes later I went back to see the doctor. He examined me and took two full spine X-rays, a front and side view. Later he showed me the X-rays and showed me the vertebrae that were out in my low back and where I had a pinched nerve. Next, he showed me X-rays that were more normal. I then received my first treatment and was able to get off the table and walk without pain in my right leg. I still had some pain in my low back though because my muscles were cramping. I was told to alternate ice and heat the rest of the day.

I saw Dr. Cornelius again the next day and he adjusted some places higher up in my spine too. Along with the relief from my back pain I also noticed that I was no longer having daily sinus headaches. I only need medications for my sinus headaches once or twice a month now instead of every day. I want to thank Dr. Cornelius and his staff for all their help and kindness. I am no longer a "Doubting Thomas".

Lisbon, IA I've had low back trouble since I was 20 years old. I've seen two orthopedic surgeons and several other doctors when the pain was intolerable. They said it was not a surgical problem. I've worn corsets, braces and other supports. I've had sciatica twice but nothing ever helped but being careful and waiting for the pain to go away on it's own.

Now at 55, I woke up one Sunday morning with little more than my usual stiff lower back, which Advil didn't seem to help after two days. On Tuesday I had the day off from work as a health care professional. I took two steps away form the table with no problem but on the third step, for no apparent reason my lower back locked up. I couldn't lift either foot or move without incredibly intense pain. I managed to call my medical doctor and I was told I'd need to go to Cedar Rapids for X-rays after being seen in his office. I just knew I couldn't do that without an ambulance so my husband convinced me to call Dr. Cornelius. I have never called a chiropractor before because I'd been taught that medical people don't like chiropractors. However, I have known several people who have given up on medical treatments and tried chiropractic and they all were much or completely relieved. I've heard only good things about Dr. Cornelius and I thought this seemed like the perfect time to try something that might work other than the usual treatments, which unfortunately in 35 years had not helped much. My husband some how got me in my car and over to see Dr. Cornelius. His receptionist, Laurie, said they would be able to get me in within 45 minutes. What a relief that was in itself! I was thrilled to find tables that you didn't have to climb up on to be examined. In short Dr. Cornelius felt he could help my problem right away and safely. I've never been so amazed at a difference. Shortly after my first adjustment I could lift either leg and I could even walk with some resemblance of normality. I know I came out of there with a big smile. I sure wish I had tried chiropractic years ago.

I've continued to strengthen my sacroiliac joint over the last month with periodic adjustments. I can ride my bike again without hip pain. I can pull weeds from my flowers while bending over and I can stand up again without pain. I can take walks again. I can get out of a chair and walk right away without thinking of back pain. This is a whole new world for me. Of course, I can't vouch for all chiropractors, patients or conditions but in my case, things couldn't have gone better.

One other thing, I had no idea what a visit to the chiropractor might cost until I called that first day. I thought the fees were very reasonable, considering the results. This was important to me because my insurance didn't cover chiropractic. I had long ago accepted the fact that I would have to live with back trouble. That's my cross to bear in life. I never really considered that any treatment would get ride of my pain. Dr. Cornelius' adjustments, over about four weeks, have provided me with almost no back pain. I think more people, who think they have to live with pain, should consider consulting with a Dr. of Chiropractic. Maybe there's hope for you too!

Springville, IA I never thought chiropractic care could mean so much to a person until one day when I was going to pour coffee and I found that I couldn't hold on to the coffee pot. I had also found it difficult to wring out a dishrag because of pain in my hand. My daughter came home that night and I told her what happened. She had been a patient of Dr. Cornelius' and she suggested that I make an appointment.

Dr. Cornelius examined and X-rayed me and my hand was better right away. He also discovered that I had be wearing a girdle for over fifteen years to relieve low back pain. He treated me for that too and now I don't have to wear that girdle anymore. I think that is great! I hope my experience will prompt others to seek chiropractic care from Dr. Cornelius.

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Dizziness

Downing, Missouri. In August of1996, after a fall, I started having vision and balance problems. This resulted in vomiting and at times I was unable to even be up. I saw my doctor two times. He finally sent me to the hospital for many tests and I was given two prescriptions. The hospital took X-rays of my head, chest and stomach and they ran various blood tests. Later, I went to an eye specialist. None of these doctors could find anything wrong and none of their treatments gave me one ounce of relief. My daughter lives in Mount Vernon and she called Dr. Cornelius to see what he thought about my problem. He said if I could get to Mount Vernon he would check me over and see what he could do. It was 180 miles to Mount Vernon but I was able to make the trip. Dr. Cornelius examined and X-rayed me on a Thursday. He treated me once on that Thursday, twice on Friday and again on Saturday. I noticed some improvement after the first treatment and by Saturday all my symptoms were gone. Now, after eight months I still feel great.The cost of treatment and X-rays with Dr. Cornelius was about one tenth what the other hospital and doctor bill were and I got great results. Thanks to Dr. Larry.

Lisbon, Iowa I was having dizzy spells. These were not the kind that caused the room to go around but they were very uncomfortable. It is had to describe these spells except to say the only comfortable position for me was lying down. These spells made me nauseated. Often the first indication that a spell was starting was when I got this really funny felling in my stomach.

On a recent vacation we came home through Colorado and the extremes in altitude started one of my attacks. I ended up sleeping in a recliner at the motel because I couldn't lie down. I went to the drug store and bought every over the counter medication I could find for dizziness. I took so much Dramamine that I slept all the way home. Some vacation. I was very afraid to move because it might start another spell.

My MD recommended physical therapy, which I took. My therapist gave me exercises to do every day to help prevent the attacks. After therapy I still had several episodes so I was pretty sure there was something more that needed to be done. I decided I had to find something more to stop these attacks because I was not willing to live my life not knowing when I would have another attack and become immobilized. I finally called Dr. Cornelius to see if he could help me with this nightmare. My dad and his brother had been going to Larry for several years so I thought it was worth a try. He took X-rays of my spine and found that my neck was very crooked and my spine was way off center. My neck was way out of line. I also had one leg that was shorter than the other. That accounts for my sore hip.

I went to Dr. Cornelius twice a week for about a month. Then my appointments gradually moved to once a month. My dizziness improved gradually without me realizing it. One day it hit me, I was not dizzy and I hadn't been dizzy for several days. Now I have not had a spell for over a year. What a relief!! I am still careful by habit but most of the time I forget that I every had any spells. There had to be an answer to my problem and Dr. Cornelius showed me that Chiropractic was it. My neck feels great now I and I feel better all over. As I said this over-all good feeling happened so slowly that I was not aware of it.

My hip is much better but it still gives me some trouble. My other hip gives me no trouble at all. It seems that the arthritis in my hips is slowing. I do not look forward to hjp surgery and no one needs artificial body parts.

I can not thank Dr. Cornelius enough for the relief from my dizzy spells and allowing me to get my life back. I know what "learn to live with it" means and believe me, I was not content with that way of life. Adjustments have also helped me to relax and I am not so up tight about everything. I can roll with the flow better now. Something I had not been able to do for several years.

Tipton, IA In August I was driving my car when it went in the ditch. After the accident I started having headaches, earaches and I was dizzy. I was so dizzy I could hardly walk and my kids were concerned that I shouldn't be living alone anymore. I am 86 and they were ready to put me in a nursing home.

After the accident I saw my M.D. but his pills didn't help. A friend had been to see Dr. Cornelius and suggested that I get a few adjustments. The first time at Dr. Cornelius' office he gave me an examination and took X-rays of my spine. He said the problem was coming from my neck.

I have had five adjustments and my headaches, earaches and dizziness are all gone. I can walk normal again without falling down and hanging on to walls. The nursing home can wait.

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Joint Pain

Mt Vernon, Iowa I came to Dr. Cornelius after suffering from pain in my hip joint that would cause me to almost collapse and fall to the ground. My neighboor referred me. I didn't have much faith in Chiropractors, but Dr. Cornelius used ultra sound and other techniques that helped me a lot. He alos gave me a print out of exercises that I could do to strengthen and loosen the hip muscles that were causing the problem. I'm back riding my motorcycle and feel great!

Marion, Iowa I want to thank you for all the help in relieving the pain in my back, hip and lower leg. Even the pain pills I was taking didn't help. I had pain in my back and leg weather I sat, laid or walked. My shoulders were getting stooped and my legs were so weak. I shuffled my feet when I walked. My day to day activities all but stopped and I had little interest in anything except to find relief from my pain.

I had been to my MD and he prescribed pain pills and muscle relaxors. None of these gave me any satisfaction. The MD had me scheduled for an MRI and possible surgery. A friend recommended that I see Dr. Cornelius. I must admit I was somewhat unsure of visiting a Chiropractor. I am 70 years old and all of my past ailments were taken care of by my MD and I was at the point where I was willing to try anything.

I was impressed at the care I received from Dr. Cornelius. First a consultation and exam, then X-rays and then an explanation of the X-rays. He pointed out the problems and what we were going to do to correct them and relieve my pain. After the first treatment the pain was gone, I mean now! I could walk better. On the drive home I could not believe it. I had left my pain and my shuffle in the clinic. In time waiting for the next treatment I was sure the pain would come back, but it didn't. I feel great now. Thank you for all your help.

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Organic Problems

Mount Vernon From the time my son was a month old he was in the MD's office about once a month for throat or ear infections. This went on for a year and a half so I finally took him to an allergy specialist. Another year went by and things didn't look too much better. I did find out that he was allergic to house dust and pollen but he was still having throat and ear infections on a regular basis.

I saw Dr. Cornelius one day in the store and I asked him if there was anything he could do? Dr. Cornelius adjusted Jimmy maybe six times and now he is like a new kid. He is not crabby any more, he sleeps good every night and he is gaining weight. The MD said his ears and throat were completely clear six months ago and he hasn't had a problem since. We are very happy with this outcome.

Mechanicsville, Iowa For fifteen or twenty years I have noticed that other people have much more energy than I do and this became more pronounced as time went on. Most days I can hardly stay awake at work and I couldn't wait to get home and go to bed early. I needed ten hours of sleep at night. I went from one doctor to another for at least fifteen years trying to find out why I had no energy and people all around me had abundance.

I had blood work ups, EKG and urine tests. They were all normal. My doctors were convinced there was nothing wrong with me except being a "board housewife". I sat through many lectures on how I must find something to bring excitement to my life and thus end my boredom and fatigue. I have many hobbies including skiing, motorcycling, racquetball and bowling. There were many days I would have to cancel because I id not have the energy to participate. It was not lack of interest.

I was referred to Dr. Cornelius for nutritional evaluation through a newspaper ad. I filled out a questionnaire for nutritional evaluation and I was diagnosed as hypoglycemic.

I was treated with vitamins, an exercise routine and some adjustments. The adjustments gave me energy right away and I got by on much less sleep. I saw Dr. Cornelius for about three months and the results were amazing. I was back to a full schedule after working full time and I even began lifting weights tree or four times a week. I have been very surprised what a little common sense nutrition and Chiropractic care can do for a person.

Cedar Rapids, Iowa I am 14 and I have asthma. Asthma gives you problems in your breathing. Before I came to the Chiropractor for treatments I went to a specialist for six years. He gave me all kinds of shots and pills. They worked well until the last couple years. My asthma was getting much worse. I had been taking Intal and Actifed for my asthma.

My mom went to the Chiropractor to have him work on her neck and she asked if he could do anything for asthma. He said yes. The first week I went to the Chiropractor every day. The next week, every other day. Then I got to once a week and now every three weeks. I wish I would have come to the Chiropractor a long time ago. I don't cough at all any more and breathing is easy now. I hope this letter helps others with asthma.

Mount Vernon The Tuesday after Labor Day I suffered severe chest pains following breakfast. I was working out of town at the time and I wanted to have this checked out at home. The attacks were always in the morning and would last for 1 ½ to 2 hours. I would break out in heavy perspiration and after the pains subsided, I would be chilled and physically exhausted. I finally went to my MD and he treated me for the side effects of flu with medication.

In October I was still suffering from the same pains. I could not work with my hands above my head and cold weather bothered me. In December I had another attack while eating breakfast at a restaurant. I went to the emergency room where my heart was monitored and chest X-rays were taken. They found nothing and prescribed a muscle relaxant. The pills did not relieve the pain.

Around Christmas I had to stop working because of the pain. A friend suggested that I see Dr. Cornelius. I had never been to a Chiropractor before. I was impressed by the evaluation and information I received. Dr. Cornelius thought he could help me.

Within two weeks after my first adjustment I was able to go back to work part time. Within a month I was back to full time work and I haven't felt this good for over a year. I can eat anything I want, any time I want and I have no pain. Chiropractic is great.

Mount Vernon I have Parkinson's disease and I experience a lot of body tension due partly to the disease and partly to medication. Some people develop a form of chorea due to Parkinson's medications. Treatments by Dr. Cornelius have greatly reduced the tension due to the above.

It's my feeling that he's the best Chiropractor I've ever been to and I've seen quit a few. I must add that I like his office facilities. The dressing room is convenient, his equipment is up to date and parking is easy. When I'm hurting all these things count.

Cedar Rapids , Iowa For the past eight years, I have had some sort of intestinal disorder; sometimes known as irritable bowl syndrome, colitis or Crohn’s Disease. My symptoms came and went over the years, but at times of extreme flare-ups I was unable to participate in regular daily activities. Holding a job became very difficult and going out for dinner was a nightmare wondering when I ate some thing if it would instantly make me ill. I was loosing weight consistently and gaining it back was becoming impossible. Taking medication became a daily routine at age 28, something I didn’t want to continue the rest of my life.

I had been to see two family physicians, a gastroenterologist and another Chiropractor, whom I had been seeing for two years. Several expensive tests (invasive and uncomfortable) were ordered as well as unending lab work. All came back completely normal. It was very frustrating because no one could find the cause of my problem.

My husband wanted me to see Dr. Cornelius. He X-rayed and examined me on the first visit. I got immediate relief after the first visit to Dr. Cornelius. Dr. Cornelius explained that the ileocecal valve, between the large and small intestine, was stuck opened and that was what was causing my intestinal distress and diarrhea. He adjusted my low back and used accupressure and reflexology to correct my problem.

I began treatment two months ago with three visits a week. Now, I see Dr. Cornelius at two-week intervals. He gave me a diet to follow and nutrients to restore the bacteria in my intestinal tract. He also showed me how to help myself with accupressure and reflexology points, if I show experience more flare-ups between visits. I no longer have to take my medication and my weight has remained steady since I have seen Dr. Cornelius. Dr. Cornelius is a caring, experienced and knowledgeable Chiropractor and I would highly recommend him to others.

Lisbon, Iowa I have suffered from itching and soft boils in my ears for several years. I have tried every kind of ointment, selves and other medications but nothing seemed to help.Then a friend referred me to Dr. Cornelius. After the first examination and X-rays I took a few treatments. The itching and boils completely cleared up. Now when my ears give me any trouble at all a couple treatments always clears them up.

Mechanicsville, Iowa I underwent abdominal surgery three years ago after complaining of terrible stomachaches. The doctors did exploratory surgery to find adhesions on my bowel and they took out my appendix. Following my surgery I still had stomachaches and I was constipated all the time.

I have been seeing doctors ever since this time and have undergone every test imaginable. Most of which were painful and embarrassing. The tests never showed a real problem other than Irritable Bowel Disease, which the doctors tell me I will have to learn to live with. Recently the problem came back with a vengeance and this time it included very bad headaches. Again I was told I should learn to live with it and try to avoid stress. I changed my life to include a better diet, drinking lots of water and taking "Perdiem" every morning with no real results.

I had gotten to the point where I could hardly get through the day without a headache and feeling lousy. My family suggested that I go to Mayo clinic but first I decided to see Dr. Cornelius as he had helped my sister-in-law and husband.

After explaining my condition to Dr. Cornelius, he felt that I was doing all the right things to help my symptoms, but there was hopefully something he could do to help me out. My X-rays showed nerve pressure to problem areas where he could help me and after one week the everyday headaches and the stomachaches were gone.

I have a full time job and a six-month-old baby. I was so tired all the time and I really had a tough time just making it through the day let alone enjoying my son and husband. In a little over a week I have turned into a bundle of energy! I now enjoy going to my job and I look forward to coming home and being with my family. I still get an occasional headache but that's my fault, as I need to quit sleeping on my stomach. It's something I really need to work on.

I was planning that trip to Rochester for further tests but Dr. Cornelius helped me so much I won't be making that trip.

Mount Vernon, Iowa I came to Dr. Cornelius with a very painful nerve problem called tic douloureux. The right side of my face was too sensitive to touch and it was very difficult to chew my food. The pain pills that were prescribed helped very little and had some bad side effects. I was also told of an alcohol treatment, which might help for a short time. The other alternative was to sever the nerve, which would leave the right side of my face without feeling.

I was referred to Dr. Cornelius by a friend and made an appointment with no great hope. X-rays were taken and Dr. Cornelius showed me where there was a pinched nerve. After two treatments the intense pain was gone and after a month I feel fine with no further treatments needed. I would highly recommend Dr. Cornelius after my experience.

Mechanicsville, IA From the time my son was a month old he was in the medical doctor's office about once a week for throat or ear infections. This went on for a year and a half so not knowing what to do next I took him to an allergy specialist. Another year went by and things didn't look much better. We did find out he was allergic to house dust and pollen but he still had his throat and ear infections on a regular basis.

I was talking to Dr. Cornelius one day and I asked him if there was anything chiropractic could do. He thought he could help and he said kids respond fast with chiropractic care. Jimmy went in for adjustments maybe six times and now he is like a new kid. He is not crabby anymore and he sleeps all night every night. The medical doctor said his ears and throat where completely clear six months ago. He hasn't had any problems since his adjustments.

If anyone asks me, I think Dr. Cornelius and Chiropractic are the greatest!

Anamosa, IA For fifteen or twenty years I have noticed that other people had much more energy than I did and it became more pronounced as I got older. Most days I could hardly stay awake at work and I couldn't wait to get home and go to bed early. I went from one doctor to another for at least fifteen years trying to find out why I had no energy and people all around me had abundance?

I had blood work-ups, EKG and urine tests, but the doctors all seemed convinced that there was nothing wrong with me except being a "bored housewife". I sat through many lectures on how I must find something to bring excitement to my life and thus end my boredom and fatigue. I have many hobbies including skiing motorcycling, racquetball and bowling. There were many days I would cancel an activity because I did not have the energy to participate. There was no lack of interest.

I was referred to Dr. Cornelius for nutritional evaluation through a newspaper advertisement. I filled out a questionnaire for nutritional evaluation and it indicated that I had hypoglycemia.

I was changed my diet, took some special vitamins and gradually got into a regular exercise routine, which took over three months to see amazing results. After six months I was back to a full schedule after working full time and even lifting weights three or four times a week. I have been amazed at how quickly the nutritional analysis revealed what fifteen years with medical doctors could not. I would recommend nutritional analysis to anyone with problems their G.P. can't diagnose.

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Shoulder pain/Bursitis

Ely, Iowa I never thought Chiropractic care could mean so much to a person until one day when I was going to pour coffee and found that I could not hold the coffeepot. I also could not wring out a dishrag because of pain in my hand. My daughter came home that evening and I told her what had happened. She had been a patient of Dr. Cornelius and she recommended that I make an appointment with him. So my husband and I went to see Dr. Cornelius. We were well satisfied with his work and his knowledge. My pain went away very fast and it has stayed away for over a year now. This summer I went to Dr. Cornelius about my low back. It has bothered me since I was 15 years old and it made it necessary for me to wear a girdle all these years. After a few treatments I don’t have to wear a girdle which I think is wonderful. I hope my experience will prompt others to go to Dr. Cornelius for Chiropractic care.

Tipton, Iowa

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