Lizette’s Success Story

 My condition prior to receiving treatment from Dr. Akiba Green was, by far, the worst it had ever been.  I would wake up feeling exhausted and sluggish after a restless night’s sleep and as my day would progress, so would my aches and pains in my neck and shoulders.  I had a slight case of vertigo which just added to my overall feeling of just not feeling right.  I would take ibuprofen almost on a daily basis to relieve my migraine headaches which I suffered from regularly, but the relief I got was only temporary.  Overall, I just didn’t feel right. 

Since my treatments with Dr. Akiba Green, I cannot express how grateful I am to him for bringing me back to health.  In my year of treatment, I have not taken a single ibuprofen tablet, I have not suffered a single migraine headache and my aches and pains in my neck and shoulders are down to minimal.  This is no coincidence.  I have always been a firm believer in chiropractic care and had received it for several years prior to being under the care of Dr. Green.  However, I had never experienced the great results that I have since being under Dr. Green’s care.  His ethics and approach to caring for his patients are undoubtedly the most genuine and effective and, by far, the most comprehensive.

Thank you Dr. Green for making me feel great! 

 Kristia’s Story

Initially I came to see Dr. Green as a post-surgical failure.  My lower back was unbearable and was affecting my neck.  I could not sleep, exercise, or do any movement without my neck and back in spasms.

Throughout my treatments with Dr. Green I have experienced many forms of traction which completely corrected my "Reverse S" neck curve.  My lower back curve was flat and is now back to a normal, healthy curve.  Althoguh I still experience flare ups with my back, these are due to my unfortunate surgical leftovers, scar tissue and degenerative disc.

Dr. Green has helped me not only with his chiropractic care, but he continues to research my condition and new ways to help me via exercise, nutrition, etc.  He is a miracle! 

  The Zamora’s Story

 When we arrived to Doctor Green’s office my wife was suffering from constant lower back pain and I had recurring upper back pain. We wrongfully assumed these were all normal things attributed to the stressful lives we all live nowadays. Doctor Green corrected our misconception and explained to us I was having bad posture problems and my wife was suffering from the effects of a car accident from a few years ago. Over the last few months we have seen consistent improvement and we have become true advocates of chiropractic corrective therapy. What has been most valuable to us is not just the fact we no longer have the recurring pain that we assumed was so normal before, but that we are now in control and taking proactive steps towards maintaining our body in the best condition possible so that we can do the things we like for many more decades to come.

  Howard's Story

 At about age 18, I began experiencing fairly chronic but mild pain in my knees and lower back. Also, for as long as I can remember, I’ve suffered from frequent headaches (approximately 2 to 3 per week). For the knee pain and headaches, it would not be uncommon for me to take Advil two to three times per week. While I went to an orthopedist at age 18 for my knee pain (for which he gave me exercises that were minimally helpful), I assumed that my lower back pain and headaches were “normal” experiences.

After several episodes of acute back pain in my mid twenties and early thirties, I decided to seek out chiropractic intervention. I have been to several other chiropractors before finding Dr. Green, but it wasn’t until Dr. Green started treating me that I realized what I was missing. While my other chiropractors administered standard adjustments, none addressed my posture (forward head tilt and loss of curve to my neck, loss of curve to my lower back, and one leg being shorter that the other), and subsequently, my symptom relief was minimal.

Dr. Green has addressed all of these factors with a commitment towards achieving and maintaining health rather than focusing solely on symptom reduction. It wasn’t until I began receiving treatment from Dr. Green that I realized that headaches and dull / mild lower back pain AREN’T NORMAL. The frequency of my headaches has reduced from 2 to 3 times per week to 2 to three times per month, and aside from a rare flare-up, my lower back has never felt better.

Thanks Dr. Green!

 Carol’s Success Story

 I was referred to Dr. Green by a women I worked with who had been helped by his treatment. She heard me comment on how painful my sciatica was and felt he could help. After my preliminary exam and x-rays, we found out that my posture was terrible and a dowagers hump would be in my future, if I didn’t make some changes.

After adjustments and stretches, my sciatica disappeared and never returned. We began neck and lower back traction and slowly my curves started moving in the right direction. I also noticed fewer headaches, which I discovered was a result of my head being to far forward. As my posture improved, I felt better and co-workers actually noticed that I didn’t walk leaning forward anymore.

My job included a repetitive motion that was causing a lot of pain in my hip, back, and leg. Dr. Green gave me exercises, stretches, and treatments to alleviate the pain and strengthen my core. Most importantly, he not only treated my pain and back problems, but encouraged total body wellness. He has helped me with natural supplements, exercise, and a healthy lifestyle.

 Kari’s Success Story

 Hi, my name is Kari Zent and this is my family, my husband Kip and my two kids, Anthony and Sophia. We just moved here from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Now I’m not a stranger to Chiropractic care but I thought to myself what am I going to do now? Where am I going to find another good Chiropractor? Well thank God we met up with John Bradford our Realtor (Great realtor by the way) he suggested we see his Chiropractor Dr. Green.

I have to admit I was skeptical at first. I’ve been to chiropractors and although I feel better when I leave the pain soon returns. I never seemed to get better. One thing in particular was my neck. I haven’t been able to look up for probably over 10 years, but I figured new state, new doctor that John Bradford swears by…I’ll give it a try. I was impressed with the depth in which Dr. Green goes to for patient care and treatment. I remember thinking “ok this might work.” I made sure I did whatever he asked of me because let me tell you 10 years of pain is not fun and I didn’t have anything to lose.

I have to admit I was skeptical at first. I’ve been to chiropractors and although I feel better when I leave the pain soon returns. I never seemed to get better. One thing in particular was my neck. I haven’t been able to look up for probably over 10 years, but I figured new state, new doctor that John Bradford swears by…I’ll give it a try. I was impressed with the depth in which Dr. Green goes to for patient care and treatment. I remember thinking “ok this might work.” I made sure I did whatever he asked of me because let me tell you 10 years of pain is not fun and I didn’t have anything to lose.

Well, this turned out to be the best move ever. Dr. Green is so involved in individual patient care and making sure that he listens and gives the best treatment available to help heal each particular issue and each body as a whole. He doesn’t just cover up existing pains, he makes them go away and stay away. I love the computer program that allows the patient to actually see their improvement. I’m sure its great for medical reasons but it’s also wonderful for patient motivation.

To my amazement it’s been working. I can’t believe it! I’m feeling better, my pain level has decreased and best of all I can now put my head back and look up at the stars with my kids. Unbelievable! Dr. Green you are a GOD SEND!

More people need to realize that Chiropractic care really works and if you can start early enough the better. I’ve been taking my two kids to see Dr. Green and they have not been sick yet, other kids around them are getting sick but not them and it’s been close to a year. Can you imagine a 3 and 5 year old not getting sick in a year….that’s wonderful!! I suggest everyone bring their kids in. It’s not scary, my kids love to see Dr. Green. They might destroy his office but they sure love coming here.

Oh and lets not forget about his wonderful chiropractic techs Melissa and Kia. They are really great, always happy and willing to help. Its been a great experience. Thank you all so much!

 Amy’s Success Story

 Success is a recipe that contains many ingredients. Dr. Green has been one of the main ingredients for my success as a patient. When first under Dr. Green's care, I was having frequent back pain, decreased range of motion, and decreased flexibility. I exhibited very poor posture and spinal malalignment. I began treatment three times per week, low back and cervical traction, and adjustments. I had ups and downs, at times experiencing severe back pain, headaches, knee pain, and TMJ pain (just to name a few). Dr. Green addressed these concerns as they occurred but did not hesitate to recommend me to other specialists and colleagues when he felt it necessary.

While seeing the specialists, I continued adjunct treatment with Dr. Green. His holistic approach during this time proved most beneficial in continuing with my treatment plan. He utilized traction, tread mill, electrical stimulation, massage, and exercises as part of my therapy. Unfortunately, some of my diagnoses are chronic such as arthritis and degenerative joint disease. However, Dr. Green has been most instrumental in decreasing some of the pain I was experiencing on an everyday basis, educating me, and helping me plan for a healthier future. His concern for his patients is sincere and his approach is whole-hearted.

I continue to hit some speed bumps but overall I have come quite a distance. My visits to Dr. Green have decreased in frequency which in his line of work usually means progress has been made. I thank him and his staff for all that they have done for me and for my family. I am now able to be more successful as a woman, parent, daughter, friend, etc. because of the attention given to me by Dr. Green and his staff at Lake Norman Health and Wellness.

 Fass Family Success Story

 I met Dr. Akiba Green four years ago. I had whiplash from three accidents in four years time. I was getting adjusted from another chiropractor however, I was not improving. There was no curvature in my neck and I had too much curvature in my low back. I was in a lot of pain.

I am thankful my family and I have met Dr. Green. He has corrected my spinal curvatures and reduced my pain. My husband Bryan and I have been bringing our son to Dr. Green since he was 4 days old. He is now 22 months old and the adjustments have reduced the amount of ear infections my son has had.

We appreciate the healing we have received.

 Lindsey's Success Story

 I’ve had upper back and neck soreness since high school sports, but my pain reached its max this summer. I woke up with pinched nerves and radiating pain and numbness one morning; I couldn’t take the pain another day.

Dr. Green did a thorough assessment and came up with a treatment schedule that he believed would work. I was a little skeptical but was willing to do whatever it took. Seven months later I feel remarkably better and my neck and shoulders no longer make that awful cracking sound.

I am recently experiencing new pains due to my first pregnancy. I am due the end of April and thankfully have Dr. Green’s guidance and chiropractic support to ease some of the tension related to my expanding belly.

The Griffin's Success Story

 Over the past 20 years Ted and Nancy have been under chiropractic care with various doctors in Atlanta.  When we were new to the Lake Norman area one of Dr. Green’s patients highly recommended him to Ted. After treatments for pain and numbness in his arm, Ted was relieved to realize this was an alternative to possible surgery for his Carpal Tunnel symptoms. So when our teenage son, Vic, complained of back pain we brought him in to see Dr. Green. Not only was Vic’s pain relieved through adjustments but Dr. Green showed us through photography how his posture was affected. The before and after photos show a big improvement in just one year! The guys have both benefited from exercises and shoe inserts recommended by Dr. Green too.

Well, that was enough evidence for me, Nancy, to be persuaded to return to chiropractic care under Dr. Green. I had recently tried physical therapy, and while pain in my neck and back was relieved during therapy, it had returned. Now Dr. Green is actually changing the curve in my back that has caused the pain as well as providing tools I can use at home, along with exercise. I’m finding out I don’t have to walk around just blocking out the pain anymore, I can actually feel good. It’s good to know our family will feel better as we camp, bike, play golf and basketball, hike and snow ski.