I have to say that I am one of the few skeptics when it come to chiropractors ... I remember going to see one yeeeeaaaars ago ... and walking out of there 2 hours later and $50 bucks lighter, not feeling so different. So in my mind, I honestly didn't think they were of any use to me.
Many many years later, finding that my geriatric body needs help with aches and pains, I sought out a chiropractor.
Funny thing is I didn't have to look far, because he is a client of my employer. Win!!! Plus, he's a great person that's so easy to get along with.
So, when I found out that he's on my list of doctors for my insurance, I called his office!!! I spoke to Kawehi, who is the most sweetest person!!! She is such a really cool person to talk to! She helped me with paperwork and such. They are located in Moiliili, above Down to Earth on the 3rd floor.
First appointment is getting to know your aches and pains and what he can do for you. He also sends you for x-rays to get a better idea of whats going on. Which by the way, I have a cervical disk degeneration (I think that's what he said :/)... meaning my neck protrudes forward from the extensive computer use. Also, my right shoulder is lower than my left. That's from when I attended Maryknoll .. We could never leave books in the lockers there, so we had to carry all of our books to and from. Hence the sloping shoulder.
Now, here's what flipped my mind! Don't know if some of you remember me saying that I have tarsel tunnel on my left foot. On my first visit to see Dr. Taira, he adjusted my foot. Yeah, you heard me. He - adjusted - my - foot. And guess what. It hasn't hurt once since that day. I'm pretty amazed by that since it hurts at least every other day. Ya know? To think the podiatrist had me spending bank on their things (which never really worked much).
Annnnd ... I have been sleeping so much better at night. My migraines that I get very often have been dwindling and I'm not popping Excedrine like its candy anymore. Yay!!
Mind you that today has been my second appointment with him. And I still have nothing negative to say about his services!! I had my adjustment and like the first time, hours later I want to crash. Some may say that I'm singing my praises too early but, positive things have happened and I am loving it!
He takes insurance, just call Kawehi and ask her. My co-pay is about $10 a visit, which is reasonable for me.
Recommend him? Yes I do! In fact tell Kawehi that I sent you!! read more