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Dr. Sean Reese

MY CHIROPRACTIC STORY                  By Adelle Miller

   I was having a lot of trouble with my neck cracking.  With every step I took, my neck would crack.  I couldn’t turn my head from side to side either.  My whole body felt stiff and I was having some pain in my chest every time I walked up a slight incline.  After only three treatments with Dr. Reese, my neck hasn’t cracked since!

     I went to my regular doctor and explained how I felt.  I was told that as we age our bodies just go through these changes.  In other words… I would just have to grin and bare it.  I was not satisfied with that answer.

     Since being under weekly chiropractic care for the past 8 years at Sea Coast Chiropractic and Wellness, my neck does not crack, I can turn my head from side to side easier, and I can walk up a hill and feel no pain in my chest.  My body does not feel like it is turning into a baked potato!  All my movements are much more flexible.  I am able to walk and live a life free of pain.  I can take trips and travel.  I can live a normal life.

     I know I must sound like a commercial when I talk about the good results I get with Dr. Reese, but I can’t help it.  I feel good!  If I ever do feel a small pain, all I have to do is explain it to Dr. Reese and he takes care of it with an adjustment.  THANK YOU SO MUCH!

MY CHIROPRACTIC STORY                   by Lisa Kelley

     I was experiencing unwanted weight gain compounded by a lack of energy.  Exploring a thyroid problem at the root of these issues lead to an endocrinologist advising me to stop taking the Standard Process iodine supplements that I was taking on Dr. Reese's recommendation.  The medical doctor wanted to inject my thyroid with a solution that would "kill" it and then start me taking the thyroid medication Synthroid.

     My situation deteriorated over time when I stopped taking the whole food supplements and was following the medical doctor's advice.  So I decided to resume my iodine supplement protocol again.

     Now I feel so much better again, both mentally and physically.  I know I have done the right thing by taking a conservative approach and not making drastic changes to my body by taking the medication.  Sometimes medication is appropriate, but try whole food supplements first!  I am happy to say that I now experience increased energy, weight loss, and a more alert state of  mind! 

BREAKING THE CYCLE           By Carol Jenkins

     It was 1997 and I remember the day vividly.  I bent over to tie my shoes and the pain shot through my lower back.  I couldn't stand up immediately, but when I finally was able to, it was agonizing to walk.  I had felt small "twinges" in my lower back on occasion for a few months leading up to this final episode of constant pain.

     I saw my primary care physician and was diagnosed with degenerative disc disease, given pain medication, muscle relaxants, and anti-inflammatory drugs.  I was referred to a physical therapist where I learned some beneficial exercises.  Several months after experiencing some success at the conclusion of the physical therapy  my pain increased again so I returned to my doctor to receive more medications.  I lived like this for over five years, unable to fully feel clear headed, move about freely, or lift any weight.  My upper back and shoulders would spasm and I would have low back pain with leg pain, and tennis elbow.  Normal activities would increase the pain causing the need to increase my  medications.  Eventually the pain would ease up again so I could reduce the meds, but then the cycle would begin again, over and over.

     In 2002 I moved to Wilmington, and my daughter suggested I see Dr. Sean Reese because she had had great success with her chiropractic treatment and maintenance.  I resisted for a short time but knew I had to try something new just to see if I could break the cycle of pain.

     When I initially started with Dr. Sean, I received treatments 2 - 3 times a week for the first several weeks.  Adjustments, exercises, ice... it seemed like that was my entire life in the very beginning.  It didn't take long to feel a change though.  It wasn't magic, but gradually the pain grew smaller in my life and I noticed that my overall health was improving also.  I didn't have as many colds and general malaise.  I felt more energized, my movements were freer, and my strength slowly improved.

     Dr. Sean taught me about how important diet was to the healthy functioning of my body and how what I ate impacted the inflammation levels and internal workings of my entire system.  I became more food conscious and body/mind connected.  I think this aspect of my treatment was vital to my healing and recovery. 

     It has been seven years since I began treatment with Dr. Sean.  I have been in a maintenance mode for quite some time, but if I do have a sudden flare-up, which does happen occasionally, I know where to go and what to do.  Along with the physical  healing he provides, he also offers beneficial spiritual advice to address whatever the issue is at the time.  I can honestly say that my quality of life to date is the best of my life.  Dr. Sean has been instrumental in changing the way I think about my health, and his continuing patience during my chiropractic maintenance has led me to improving my food and physical activity choices, as well as providing the needed reminders of the physical/spiritual  integration needed for a balanced life.

MY CHIROPRACTIC STORY           By Tucker McGeoy

     I have been suffering with lower back pain off and on for the past 15  years.  I have generally been able to endure and adapt to the pain, but during the previous 8 months the pain had become so intense and constant that it had severely reduced my quality of life.  I had missed work and had difficulty enjoying activities with my family.  Everything I tried to do was simply an act of will power with a fake smile to disguise my pain.

     I had sought traditional medical treatment in which drugs were used to treat the pain, an inversion machine (upside down stretching from approximately 170 degrees), normal daily stretching, having my wife walk on my back, and daily prayer.  Each approach I have tried has provided some temporary relief, but prayer and a leap of faith have lead to a true remedy, which is Dr. Sean Reese.

     My back rehabilitation from Dr. Reese has been a good experience.  I really enjoy the positive attitude that he and Nanci exude during my treatments.   Dr. Reese is constantly teaching while treating, and may slip in a joke or two, just to make sure you are listening, but most importantly you can tell he wants you to get better.  His strong belief in the chiropractic approach to healing really gave me a sense of hope that my back and perhaps my entire body would be healed and functioning the way God intended before I even had my first treatment.  As a man with strong Christian convictions, I believe without faith, no healing can occur, and I also believe that God won't act until you do.

     I never stopped any of my activities, but now when I am doing them, the smile is genuine because the pain is gone.  After years of back pain, I sometimes stop out of reflex, while engaged in an activity, expecting sharp pains, but now they don't happen.  That's a very nice experience, and one I don't take for granted.  You will now find me routinely taking long walks with my wife, playing racquetball, swimming, and wrestling with  my three young sons.

     If you are suffering physical pain, and have tried everything else to deal with it, you owe it to yourself to seek the counseling and treatments available at Sea Coast Chiropractic and Wellness.  I would encourage you to challenge any assertions or claims made that you are skeptical of, because Dr. Reese and Nanci can competently explain and defend their techniques and remedies.  Even if you still don't believe them, remember...nothing else you have tried has worked, so you owe it to yourself to give them a chance, and I am quite confident that your skepticism will be put aside in short order. 

MY CHIROPRACTIC STORY              By Christy Difelice

     I used to have severe lower back pain and occasionally the pain would shoot down my leg also.  I thought the pain would just go away on its own eventually, but when it didn't, I finally decided I needed to go to a chiropractor for help.

     I found Dr. Reese to be an energetic and knowledgeable doctor who truly wishes to correct not only one's back pain, but also their lifestyle choices - nutrition, exercise, ect...  I enjoy the feeling of a total health approach.  He's inspiring his patients to make the healthy changes in their lives that will really make the difference.

     Now I can get through my day, and especially in and out of my car without extreme pain, which has made such a difference in my life since I have to make that movement often.

MY CHIROPRACTIC STORY                       By Richard Baker

     I had pain in my hips and a limp that those around me noticed, but I did not want to admit.  My weight had been stuck at a level I was not happy with, and my blood pressure was too high.

     My medical doctor had me on Lipitor, baby aspirin, and pain meds.  I tried the Atkins diet, wrote down everything I ate, used a pedometer, and even ate diet bars.  I relied on coffee in the morning to get going and red wine at night to aid in sleep.  All this, and I still was not satisfied with the results.

     Now that I found Dr. Reese and have been under his care, my limp is almost gone and the pain in my left hip is not nearly as bad as it once was.  Sometimes it is even gone all together.  Dr. Reese put my wife and I on a 21-day nutritional purification program that was unbelievable!  I no longer drink caffeinated coffee and am more awake than ever.  I have a fruit shake with my supplements every morning and have regular and complete bowel movements.  I know I can sleep without the red wine, but I still like to have it.  Hey, the  French live longer!  I also enjoy longer workout sessions.  I realize that I am on a journey of making small lifestyle adjustments that will become more normal to me over time and have positive lasting results.

     My wife started seeing Dr. Reese before I did.  I thought she was just following one of her "health fads", but I saw how the chiropractic care and nutrition was helping her.  Eventually I gave in and started seeing him too.  His excitement about my health gave me hope that I could do something about my hip pain and weight.  The 21-day purification opened my eyes to the changes I needed to make and helped me make them.  It took time to get where I was, and it will take time to get where I want to be, but small changes little by little are having a huge impact on my health.  It is a blessing when the light bulb finally comes on!

MY CHIROPRACTIC STORY           By Ben Register

     I had been experiencing very poor posture and some other bad habits that were challenging my overall health.  I had tried some home remedies, but had not sought any medical attention.

     Dr. Reese helped me improve my posture, which improved my circulation and mental outlook too.  The overall treatment has been very useful in helping me make necessary lifestyle changes.  Dr. Reese's influence has made my life more meaningful and I can enjoy fishing again.

MY CHIROPRACTIC STORY                                                      By Mara Wooten

     I have experienced many positive changes since I did the Standard Process 21-day purification program!  My skin is starting to clear up and I have not had to increase my meds for my thyroid since my skin has quit flaking and my feel have quit cracking and bleeding.  I am more rested in the morning and have much more energy throughout the day.  My clothes are fitting better too.  I enjoy the fruit smoothies every morning with my rice cereal.  I'm anxious to see what my endocrinologist has to say on my next visit after he learns that my progress did not include his conventional methods.  I know he will be in full support though, as he is open to holistic approaches.

     I am finding it fairly easy to stick to a gluten-free diet.  The challenge is mainly keeping ahead of things and having food already prepared to eat when I am tired and hungry, and in the morning coordinating taking my thyroid meds and getting the Standard Process shake down.  Timing!  Some of the foods that are a part of my new diet are somewhat expensive, but luckily I have found some things at Walmart.  Going out to eat can be tricky, so I stick to salads and veggies and have done well with that.  Some of my co-workers are making fun of my new diet and are expressing concern that I am going to get sick doing it, but I just ignore them because I feel so much better.

     I have recommended this nutritional protocol to several friends who often feel rundown and also have some health problems.  Thank you so much for your help Dr. Reese!