Sports Recovery
Chris Lieto
3X IronMan Champion
"Dr. Johnson, Thanks for getting my body in the best shape ever!"
Chris Lieto has been competing at the highest levels of triathlon for many years. He is currently considered one of the top tri-athletes in the world, having finished in the top ten at the world championships in Kona, Hawaii for two consecutive years.
Chris first came to see Dr. Johnson in the summer of 2006 after competing in a week long cycling competition. Chris was referred to Dr. Johnson by his manager/agent Chris McCrary, who also competes in triathlon and thought Chris could benefit from Dr. Johnson's unique approach to sports therapy. After Chris' initial treatment sessions, he experienced immediate benefits with the elimination of some nagging injuries, improved recovery time from training, increased flexibility and enhanced performance. Chris was so excited about his results that he flew Dr. Johnson to Hawaii to work on him in the weeks prior to his 2006 World Championships. Chris went on to post his best ever finish of 9th in the world and first American at Kona! In 2007, Chris followed up the 2006 performance with another personal best, finishing 6th in the world.
Chris and Dr. Johnson now work together on a regular basis to keep Chris at his best as he continues his journey to finish first at Kona in 2008. For more information about Chris and his amazing story, please go to www.ChrisLieto.com.
Dan Burke
48, Real Estate Consultant/Ultra Marathon Runner
"Recovery is faster with new techniques of stretching and muscle maintenance."
I developed lower back pain due to piriformus and hamstring injuries. Because of the pain I tended to favor one side while running which caused issues with my gait. As a result of this compensation I developed pain in my lower back, hip flexors, right knee and ankle. This pain became extraordinary. I was at a point where sitting normally in a chair was extremely uncomfortable and driving any notable distance was impossible.
I tried self-stretching, massage therapy and acupuncture without any lasting results. I was then referred to Johnson Chiropractic by a friend who is also a runner. Dr. Johnson targeted the cause of my problem with deep tissue work (NMR) and assisted stretching.
Since my initial treatment I feel 110% better. The pain has completely disappeared and my recovery from running is faster with the new techniques of stretching and muscle maintenance provided at Johnson Chiropractic Group.
Judy Corbett
50, Personal Trainer/Avid Runner
"I never in my life dreamed I could qualify for Boston!"
I tore my right quadricep muscle many years ago running the Lafayette Reservoir. Since the initial injury my quad would always tighten up during my runs, causing pain and numbing which referred down into my right calf and foot. I was never able to finish a run. I was referred to Dr. Johnson after trying several unsuccessful therapies.
Dr. Johnson diagnosed the cause of my symptoms and implemented a comprehensive treatment program which consisted of deep muscle work (NMR), assisted stretching, chiropractic manipulation and rehabilitative exercises.
Since working with Dr. Johnson I have been able to finish my runs! In fact, I ran the race of my life on June 3, 2007 in the San Diego Rock-n-Roll Marathon. I completed the race in 4 hours, 1 minute and 25 seconds. This time qualified me to run the Boston Marathon in April 2008. I never dreamed I could qualify for Boston!
Michelle Craw
34, Implementation Consultant
"I am running faster than I have in Years."
I was referred to Dr. Johnson when a sharp pain in my heel from running would not go away after several days. By the time I made it to my first appointment my ankle was swollen and it was extremely painful to run, walk or go up and down the stairs in our home. I was very frustrated.
Doctor Johnson diagnosed my problem and successfully treated it. After seeing the success of his treatment I also had him work on injuries in my shoulders and neck.
After three months of care, I feel great!! The original injury has been 200% cured. I am not only running and doing all of life's normal activities, I am running faster than I have in years. In fact, I ran my first 5k in 22 minutes and 56 seconds. I continue to see Dr. Johnson for maintenance while I ramp up my training for my next Ironman race.
Monica Mazzocco-Zucker
41, Ironman Competitor/Domestic Engineer
"I am confident that if I do get injured, Dr. Johnson will help me fully recover."
I developed right hip pain which became chronic after several months. The pain intensified and inhibited me from running and training for triathlon altogether. I had to pull out of a half Ironman and was resigned to canceling a second half Ironman a couple months later. I was then referred to an Orthopedist. He examined me and ordered a bone scan and MRI but was unable to identify the source of the pain. I wanted answers.
I went to see Dr. Johnson after several people had recommended him. He spent a couple of sessions focusing on my hip area, discovering no improvement. Rather than continuing with something that was not helping, he felt the problem was coming from another area causing the hip pain. He was correct. He discovered I had developed adhesions in my lower quadriceps, which caused my leg and hips to lock up.
After several sessions of deep tissue therapy in my quads, I was again able to run and train. I have been under Dr. Johnson's care now for over two years. My maintenance program prevents the possibility of re-injury and I continue to feel good. I am confident that if I do get injured, Dr. Johnson will help me fully recover.
Paige Bearce-Beery
46, Business Owner
"Dr. Johnson will be a part of my health and wellness plan for the rest of my life."
I am a runner who could no longer run as desired. For three years I suffered from constant low back, glute and hip flexor pain. My pain kept me from running and participating in normal daily activities. I was referred to Dr. Johnson by a colleague who had previously had great success with his therapies.
Dr. Johnson immediately addressed my injuries with a variety of deep tissue therapies and stretches. Through his treatments and the massage therapy services offered in his clinic, I no longer suffer from the pain.
I am now running marathons and my health and well being has improved 100%. I am normal again and thankful to have Dr J in my life. He will be a part of my health and wellness plan for the rest of my life!
Claudia Howard's Story
About two years ago, Claudia began to have acute pain in her hip and subsequently was unable to move her leg. She sought help through traditional medical channels, and after about three months of physical therapy, anti-inflammatory drugs and a battery of tests, they were unable to come to a conclusion on the cause of her pain and loss of mobility. The best they could offer was a series of cortisone injections in her hip to alleviate the pain. Claudia was tentative at best about this approach because she knew cortisone injections would only mask the symptoms temporarily, but she felt she had no other options.
On the day Claudia was scheduled to have her first series of injections, she headed out to find Diablo Yoga Center because she learned through research that intensive stretching might help. She dropped into Blue Tomatoes in the Town & Country Center to get directions and engaged in a conversation about why she was looking for the Yoga Center . The shop owner told her about Dr. Jeffrey Johnson at Johnson Chiropractic Group, Inc. just a few doors down calling him a "miracle worker" and encouraged her to go there immediately. She did, they fit her into the schedule on the spot and her life changed from that moment.
Dr. Johnson spent a great deal of time to understand her problem. He encouraged her to give him six to eight sessions to correct her problem. He also strongly advised her to hold off on the cortisone injections. After eight sessions of Neuromuscular Reeducation (NMR) therapies and techniques, Claudia was pain free and regained complete mobility of her leg. She was a believer! In fact, Claudia felt so good that she decided to start competing in triathlons.
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