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I am an extremely active, athletic
person. I run a construction company, workout, and snowboard in the
winter, and play semi-pro football in the summer. This winter, while
snowboarding, I fell wrong, knocked my head and strained my neck
severely. I had instant stiffness and extreme soreness at my neck and
the base of my skull. It was so debilitating that I started to miss
workouts and even work. After a month Id had enough. I was recommended
to Rick through my chiropractor, and within twelve visits I was
completely healed. Within three visits I had increased mobility and
suffered from 50% less pain. I continue to see Rick for other injuries
and strains I incur from football, and cannot recommend him strongly
enough. I have referred workers of my company, teammates, and friends to
him and they all thank me for it. Hes a miracle worker. |
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I came to Rick about 9-10 weeks ago,
after one my trips, where I had severally injured my lower back, for
days I could not sit or walk, after his treatments I have regained full
use of my body, feeling normal again. |
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Before treatment from Rick Phan, I had a very limited range of motion in my neck both up and down, and side to side. My lower back was so painful and had such a restricted range of motion that I could not even lean over to put on socks and shoes. A slight movement in the wrong direction would send a spasm of pain through my neck or lower back. Although I tried to continue sports activities at a reduced level, I suddenly felt as if I had aged 20 years. The first treatment gave noticeable, albeit short-term relief in both areas. By the third treatment the range of motion in my neck was 90%, and gradually improved to normal by about the sixth treatment. My lower back started noticeable improving by the fifth treatment, and by the tenth felt normal. Over a period of four weeks I was able to resume previous levels of
sports activity, and after twelve treatments my body feels more stable
and limber than it has for years, and I am totally pain free.
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A good friend who had recently
received therapeutic massage from him recommended to me Rick Phan.
Trusting my friends judgment I scheduled an appointment with Rick. I
had injured my lower back at work lifting something that was too heavy.
At first I was skeptic of massage and chiropractic therapy, but after
the first session with Rick I soon became an advocate of the practices.
He didnt just tell me what was wrong with my back but how it happened,
why and what could be done in the future to prevent it from happening
again. By explaining to me how we were going to fix it he
involved me. This enabled me to completely understand the injury and the
healing process. In just one visit I saw amazing results and was no
longer in pain every day. It was with his thorough involvement and
devotion to my injury in which he gained my full trust. Rick Phans love
for his profession and passion for health itself resonates from him. Not
only does this grant Rick the credibility he deserves but intrigues
people around him including his patients. Rick Phans therapeutic
massage work comes extremely recommended and will exceed his patients
expectations. |
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I was in a high speed auto accident and suffered neck
and back strain. I couldnt sleep, I was always in pain. Doctors told me
it might even take up to a year for a recovery. But once I combined
Ricks massage therapy with my regular chiropractic care I began to
improve more rapidly. Now I feel great and am able to sleep and get on
with my life with no problems! |
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On 08/21/01 I was in an auto accident. I was
rear-ended at about 25 mph. I didnt expect to have any discomfort or
injuries, but the next day I was in excruciating pain. My back and neck
hurt. It was hard to stand for a long time, hard to sit. It hurt to do
just about anything. My physician referred me to Rick Phan for massage
therapy. After only a few visits my discomfort lessened and I started
feeling better. feel a whole lot better due to Rick Phan and his magic
hands. Now Im recovered from my injury. |
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About 2 months ago I made a appointment to see Rick because my back was hurting so bad that I could not sleep, walk or even move without a great deal of pain. I got into see Rick and have been counting my blessings ever since. Not only did he help me with my back problem, but he has helped me with two other on going problems I have been suffering with for several years. I had neck surgery about 15 years ago because of a crushed disk in my neck. The surgery went well but I was told that I would probably continue to have neck problems down the line because the vertebra above and below the fused one would cause problems in time. I've been fortunate, it took over 12 years for that to happen, but it did, and for the past 3 years I've spent a lot of time in physical therapy and on pain killers. The physical therapy would help for a few months and then come back. The pain killers would cover up the problem but not solve it. (beside I didn't like the way they made me feel, very light headed and not completely there). Rick has been working on my neck for about a month now and my neck is feeling so much better, there have actually been long periods of time I am pain free, and it feels soooo good. My son and I were sitting on the couch this past weekend watching TV, and having a really good time laughing, he looks at me and says "Mom, I haven't heard you laugh this much in a long time, it sounds great." Well, the reason he hasn't heard he laugh much is that when your in pain, it's hard to let go, your up tight waiting for the next wave of pain to hit you. I'm looking forward to having Rick work on my carpet tunnel, and then I'll be able to play racquetball again (if I can remember how) and paint my house without suffering excruciating pain. Thanks Rick for all your help. Sincerely, -Tena Vanderpol, Library Assistant, Bellingham, Washington |
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I came to see Rick in January of 2001 because of my
chronic hip pain. I could not even touch it. I had not been able to
sleep on my left side for a year because of the pain. I am a very active
person, I practice martial arts, kayak, and hike. In May of 2000 I went
backpacking with a friend and could not sleep the whole night because of
the pain in my hips (my right hip hurt also, but not as severe as the
left). I had been to see a family doctor who told me I might have
arthritis in my hip. He gave me a shot of cortisone which made my hip
feel better for about two weeks, then the pain was back. I also went to
a physical therapist but still the pain persisted. Then the chiropractor
I was seeing referred me to Rick. Rick was very helpful in explaining to
me about how my muscles and joints were connected and it made a lot of
sense why my hip was so painful. After several sessions, I noticed the
pain beginning to diminish and I could lay on my left side for short
periods of time. I could stand up from a sitting position without being
painful and stiff. At 42, I donft feel I am old enough to have
arthritis yet. After seeing Rick for about twelve weeks, I am able to
lay on my left side at night for as long as I want, and the pain is
gone. I am not stiff and painful when I stand up and can kick higher
than ever in my martial arts class. I would also like to mention, Rick
is very discreet in working with his patients. I felt very comfortable
having him work on my hips and thighs. |
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"Rick has helped my long term chronic Back and Neck
problemsmore than any other practitioners I have seen." |
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I have been in two auto
accidents, as a result I suffered chronic neck and shoulder pain along
with headaches for the last 15 years. I have tried everything,
chiropractic, biofeedback, painkillers, acupuncture and traditional
massage. Although I had some relief my neck was still always sore and
the tension headaches continued. I have received 11 treatments from Rick
and for the first time I feel good again. I have complete range of
motion and my neck feels strong. |
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I have been suffering from chronic back and neck pain
for the past year and a half. My neck was locked so badly that I could
not bend it from side to side. I experienced sharp, stabbing pains in my
upper back, and had trouble sleeping due to the pain. I had tried
massage therapy in the past, and even tried chiropractic. None of these
treatments worked, and I had given up on getting better. Then, I read
Ricks ad in the Bellingham Herald, and decided to give it one more try.
Well, within two weeks, the sharp pains in my back were gone, my neck
was unlocked and my sleeping had improved dramatically. I also
appreciated the way Rick takes the time to really educate the client as
to what he is doing, what is causing problems, and how you can help
support the treatment on your own. I ended up focusing my work-out
program thanks to information Rick shared with me. I would highly
recommend Rick Phan to anyone who is experiencing pain- his knowledge
and professionalism are greatly appreciated. |
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