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Gylling Family
Jut, DeLani, & their 3 younger kiddos have been patients here at Align Family Chiropractic since 2019. Like all of our patients - we've really enjoyed being a part of their wellness journey, and it's been so fun watching the kiddos grow up right before our eyes!
Jut was the first of this wonderful family that we had the pleasure to meet! Unfortunately for him, he had been involved in a car accident and wasn't feeling the greatest. He also enjoyed participating in demolition derbies - which had taken a bit of a toll on his body as well. Jut came in for adjustments & laser treatments a couple times a week for about a month, and was quickly feeling great! He says one of his favorite things about coming to Align Family Chiropractic, is when he does experience that stiff/sore back from time to time, he knows that once he comes in, he'll be feeling better soon! Jut experienced such great results, he was quick to tell DeLani that she should be seen by Dr. Danaca as well :)
DeLani was around 30 weeks pregnant with their youngest when she was experiencing quite a bit of pain in her pubic bone. She said she couldn't believe how much better she felt after being adjusted during her pregnancy, "it took away a lot of the pinching in my pubic bone!" She continued to be adjusted throughout the rest of her pregnancy, and has been maintaining weekly adjustments ever since! She says there's no way she could ever go back to not getting adjusted regularly - once your body is used to feeling great, you don't ever want it not to feel that way!
Jordyn was about 5 years old, and Blakely was about 3 when they were seen by Dr. Danaca for the first time - and little sister KaLi was just a newborn (7 days new to be exact :)) "KaLi came weekly until she was about 18 months and she was an amazing baby thanks to her adjustments!" Jut & DeLani continue to bring the kids in for regular adjustments to keep them healthy and "in line". DeLani says, "we are all able to work and function at our best!" She also says regular adjustments help with a better attitude for all of them! The kids' favorite part of coming to Align Family Chiropractic is getting adjusted, using the rebounder & power plate, and of course the suckers :)
DeLani tells us there are plenty of reasons why they love coming here so much: "We always feel at home here and we love the positive atmosphere. It makes all the difference when you go to a chiropractor that you can connect with and feel like a family with, then if you don't." "We love all the options for such positive healing here - the laser, sauna, power plate, rebounder, all of it. And Dr. Danaca is so full of knowledge and is always looking up information to help you and going above and beyond for her patients!"
"We tell people to come all the time & will continue to until forever!"
Joanne D
Joanne is such a gem. She has a heart of gold and is such a joy to have as a patient. She is devoted to her family (especially her 2 adorable grandchildren) and is one of the hardest working women you’ll ever meet. She and her husband own their own business & they truly know the meaning of hard work. I think it’s safe to say that Joanne can drive a forklift/skid loader better than most men!
Joanne has been a patient here at Align Family Chiropractic since 2020. She had been in pain for quite some time, so her son (who is also a great patient of ours) gave her a gift certificate for a new patient exam & her first adjustment (which she says was the best gift ever!). Joanne first came to us with severe pain in her hip – she had been battling bursitis for about 8 years! She also had pain in her lower back, neck, & shoulders as well. Joanne also told us her legs have been really tight for the past 5 years – she would get Charlie horses often as well as restless legs. She was hoping for some relief of pain, but also really wanted to work on improving her posture.
After meeting & evaluating Joanne, Dr. Danaca recommended frequent adjustments as well as Class 4 Summus Medical Laser treatments to help speed up the healing process. Joanne has been an excellent patient! She’s following the “Doctor’s orders”, and doing everything she can to be the best she can be! She’s making changes to her diet & lifestyle and is more aware of her body/movements. All of her hard work is truly paying off! She tells us, “I just want to be the best I can be”.
Since starting care, Joanne tells us she has improved so much! She says she is getting better every time she comes in! “I no longer take Advil every day!” (she had been taking 2 daily). Joanne also tells us she really feels like she’s on the upswing, rather than just surviving. She has experienced huge improvements in her flexibility & mobility, “I can actually walk!” She also tells us her sleep has improved, and she has more energy! Better sleep, more energy = less stress! At her most recent Progress Exam, Joanne told us, “100% I am pain free! I’m able to be very active and I feel great!”
Joanne loves coming to Align Family Chiropractic – we didn’t even have to ask if she would recommend AFC to her friends/family because we’ve already seen some as new patients 😊
Joanne tells us she loves coming to AFC because “everyone here is upbeat, friendly, & helpful to suggest things to improve my health. I enjoy coming and working on getting better. I may live to be 100 like my grandma – my poor family” LOL. “A big thank you – for everything. You’ve given me my life back!”
Mona C
“My journey with chiropractic care started when I was 18 years old and I have suffered off and on with lower back pain ever since. Over the past 50 years I have had other issues too. About 24 years ago I was rear ended, which caused me to have neck issues at first, and later causing pain and weakness in my arm for years. With much treatment, eventually the arm pain disappeared. Jump forward 20 some years, I am still dealing with my neck and lower back issues. I have been seeing Dr. Danaca for maintenance care with periodic aches and pains since the first week she opened her practice in the Natural Touch Massage building. About 6 months into my treatments, I got West Nile which has left me with some lifelong problems; including arthritis and fibromyalgia. I have learned that fibromyalgia is a very complicated disorder that doctors aren’t really sure how to treat you. They just prescribe pain/depression medications, that have bad side effects, and send you on your way. With fibromyalgia there is no rhyme nor reason for your pain, it just jumps from place to place on your body. I know I have been a challenge for Dr. Danaca and I am so thankful I have her with me down this dark tunnel. She has never given up on me and is always researching for things to help me. I am feeling so much better now; not only because of her adjustments but for all the advice she has given me and for teaching me how to make healthier choices. Melanie has also helped me with great information and I am so grateful for both of them.
At my worst, I was getting adjusted and having laser treatments 3 times a week for a long time. I was scared that I was always going to feel this way. Gradually I started getting better and better and needing fewer treatments- “I was doing great”. I even told Melanie how wonderful I was feeling before I left that day. The very next day I was out of town and got rear ended again. I called Align Family Chiropractic right away and left a message because they weren’t open, to see if I could get in the next day because my neck was already getting stiff. Danaca called me back and said she would see me that night when I got back to town. I was so appreciative of her kindness to see me that night after hours. Needless to say, I was back at square 1. I am so happy to say I feel great again. I have learned what not to do and how to do other things to keep feeling good.
In my early years of chiropractic care, I thought that once your pain was gone you didn’t need any more treatments until you hurt again. But I have learned the hard way that maintenance is everything in keeping your body healthy. It’s so much better to maintain than to catch up or even start from scratch again.
I am also happy with all the latest technology that Dr. Danaca has to improve my health. I have responded so well to the laser treatments all over my body. I also love the sauna treatments and now the Vibration plate.
We are so lucky to have Dr. Danaca and her wonderful staff here to help us.
Thank you!
Theresa P
“I have a close friend that has seen wonderful results after coming to see Dr. Danaca. I was impressed with the positive changes I saw in my friend, Rebecca, so I thought I would like to see if Dr. Danaca could help me to feel better and work toward living a healthier lifestyle. When I started with Dr. Danaca, I often felt tired, did not sleep well, and had frequent headaches. The original assessment showed me I had a lot of work to do to improve my health. That’s what happens when you do not take time to take care of yourself. Like so many wives and parents, I have been busy taking care of everyone else and did not “put myself on the list.” I loved that Dr. Danaca took the time to listen to my concerns and was honest about the path I was on. We discussed that for me to improve my health, I needed to be committed to taking care of myself. Since my husband, Roger, has Parkinson’s Disease, I need to assist him more and more as his disease progresses. For me to do that, I need to be healthy myself. After my first adjustment, I felt a change. I felt more energetic, more upbeat, and slept better. My first thoughts were, why did I wait so long if one adjustment could make such a difference? As I progressed down my path to better health, I was encouraged to eat healthier and increase my exercise level. Dr. Danaca always had uplifting things to say and it was obvious she only wanted what was best for me. Usually chiropractors go through the motions and “pretend” they care for the time you are in their office. Dr. Danaca is different. She did research to find ways she thought I could improve my health and feel better. How amazing is that? After the first month, I couldn’t wait for my next adjustment because I knew how great I would feel after visiting Dr. Danaca’s office. I knew I was on the right path to better health when I no longer had frequent headaches for several days in a row. I can joyfully report I have had no headaches since beginning with Dr. Danaca! My husband has noticed that I am more pleasant to be around and we have started spending time together cooking. I have the energy to complete projects that have been on my “to do” list for quite a while and enjoy life so much more. As I improve my score and my health gets better, I can’t thank Dr. Danaca enough for taking the time to help me understand MY health is as important as taking care of my family. Anyone that can motivate me to eat healthier and exercise 3-4 days a week is truly fantastic! Thank-you Dr. Danaca, Katie and Melanie for making such a difference in my life".
Brent D
For anyone that knows Brent personally, this goes without saying, but for those of you who may not know him – Brent is a HARD WORKER. We’ve given him grief that he needs to get more sleep, or take time to relax, but that is just not his style. He & his wife own their own business and they truly know the meaning of hard work!
When Brent first came to us a little in 2020 – he was in PAIN. (It took some persuasion, but his son was able to talk him into coming to see us.) He told us; his #1 goal is to work until he’s 80! Although in 2022 he told Dr. Danaca his new goal is to work until 90! Dr. Danaca looked at him and said “then what are you doing to take care of yourself to make that happen?”
Brent had been suffering from severe back pain for a number of years. He stood up slow, and it even took him a couple extra seconds just to be able to get his back straightened out – He told us that after only 4 adjustments, that problem was gone! When asked if he was experiencing any of that same back pain now, his response was, “No. Absolutely nothing. No pain. I never thought my back would feel this good again.” Wow!!
He also had severe pain in his shoulders. So severe that it would wake him up at night. Dr. Danaca recommended that Brent start laser treatments on his shoulder along with adjustments to help facilitate faster healing. He recently told us that he never expected his shoulder to recover and figured he would end up having to have surgery. “The way Dr. Danaca has helped me… amazing!” He says it’s so nice to wake up pain-free and be able to work without pain. Brent credits both consistent adjustments & laser treatments to his great results with his shoulder. Brent has experienced such great results with laser on his shoulder that he decided to start laser treatments on both of his knees, as well as the ankle that he broke many years ago. He now reports that he is able to do squats, which he has not been able to do in years!
Brent tells us that he’s never felt better. This is the best he’s felt in years. He also said he feels like he’s 20 years old again. He said before seeking care, he felt like around 8:00 at night, he was ready for bed.. now he wants to keep working!
Brent enjoys coming to Align Family Chiropractic not only to feel so much better, but also says, “the friendly atmosphere. It feels like I’ve known you all my whole life.” He also says he loves doing his Progress Exams and loves the challenge of wanting to improve on his score! Brent has been such a great patient and takes all of Dr. Danaca’s recommendations to heart. He says he’s more conscious of his posture, and the way he operates his skid loader. He’s doing whatever he can to improve his overall health! – even if we think he could be getting a few extra hours of sleep at night 😉
Guza Family
Their story starts out a little different from most of the testimonials we share – they weren’t suffering from chronic pain, an injury, or contemplating surgery. They simply sought out chiropractic care as a tool to help their bodies function the way they were designed to. Chiropractic care for the Guza family was less about “pain” and more about achieving optimal overall health!
Nickel is a devoted wife & mother – who like most mothers, understands what it means to be “busy!” She wears many hats: chef, maid, chauffeur, teacher, nurse, cheerleader, beautician, and the list goes on. These four beautiful children keep her on her toes from the moment they wake up until the moment they fall asleep. They are typical children who love to be active, play outside, chase after puppies, & get dirty – just what kids are supposed to do! Nickel is an excellent mom who is clearly doing her best to give her children the best childhood possible. She’s spent countless hours researching healthy alternatives & lifestyle changes they can make to ensure they are all living their best life. No matter how busy their life may get, Nickel makes sure everyone in her family is well adjusted. She knows chiropractic care isn’t all about how our bodies feel, but how well they are functioning.
Anyone, at any stage in life, can benefit from chiropractic care. During pregnancy, Nickel received regular adjustments to help control symptoms of nausea, alleviate back, neck, & joint pain, and ensure proper pelvis alignment (which helped to promote proper baby positioning). Nickel had a smooth pregnancy and is such a Rockstar – she delivered baby #4 without any pain meds.
We all know what mothers go through during childbirth – now think about what a baby goes through as well – whether it’s a natural delivery or cesarean, baby’s head & neck is pulled on and twisted, usually with great force. It’s no wonder that 95% of infants have misalignment after birth. They transition from their cozy home in mom’s womb, to a bright & cold new world and it’s a complete shock to their systems. Chiropractic care for infants helps to relax muscle tension, improve sleep, reduce colic symptoms, and improve breastfeeding outcomes. Nickel did not waste any time getting her precious little boy adjusted immediately after birth.
Nickel also knows how important it is to have her older children adjusted as well. Chiropractic care for kids helps to maximize brain & nerve development. “nature needs no help, just no interference”. It also helps to strengthen immunity and reduce the incidence of colds & ear infections. Nickel says, since starting chiropractic care, they’ve noticed a huge difference in the overall health of their family. They aren’t sick as often, and when they do catch the occasional cold – recovery time is much faster.
Nickel knows in order to be the best mom & wife, she needs to make the time to care for herself too. If she feels good, is able to concentrate, and can handle life’s stress – it helps everything else fall into place. She says her energy levels are higher and just feels “so good” overall.
Nickel says she appreciates not only the adjustments & staying aligned, but all the advice and extra information Dr. Danaca shares as well. She says “We love coming here! You guys take such great care of all of us!” Nickel also tells us “and if something does come up, you’re quick to get us in to be seen.”
Taylor B
Meet Taylor!
••If you don’t know Taylor, you should. He’s a great guy with an even better personality/sense of humor. Taylor has been a patient here at Align Family Chiropractic for about 6 months. He first came to us with a back pain/strain. After a few adjustments his back was feeling much better. Since starting care he’s also reported better sleep, more energy, and better focus!
“I love getting adjusted. When I get c1 adjusted I have a wave like feeling wash over my body. It is the most relaxing/stress relieving thing I’ve experienced to date. If I could start every day with an adjustment, I would.”
Briana W
Briana is a devoted wife, nurse, and new mom! Lydia is her sweet & perfect little girl. Check out their amazing story:
“Chiropractic care has always been very important to me. I have experienced low back pain since High School and chiropractic care has made a huge difference for me. In January, I had my 1st child and knew I would not only need to continue chiropractic care for myself but also for my newborn daughter. At 4 weeks old, with the help of Dr. Danaca and a lactation consultant, my daughter was diagnosed with a tongue tie and an upper lip tie that was preventing her from having a good latch while nursing. This was the cause of a lot of pain that I was experiencing nursing. With Dr. Danaca’s help, my daughter was referred to have a frenectomy. That accompanied with continued chiropractic care, relieved all of our issues and now my daughter has been successfully nursing for the past 9 months.”
Kailey W
First of all, how darn cute are these two!? Kailey is as beautiful on the inside as she is on the outside! She is a busy wife, mom, nurse, small business owner, and the list goes on- but she knows the importance of making time to take care of herself & her son! ... And that little man of hers- what a doll! His favorite part of coming to visit us just might be the John Deere tractor toys!Check out what Kailey has to say about their experience here at Align Family Chiropractic:“I loved being pregnant, and I have Dr. Danaca to thank for that. She helped ease so much of my nausea and back pain and helped make sure I was properly aligned which helped me to have an easy and smooth labor. When my son was born, there was no question in my mind that he wouldn’t get the same wonderful care that I received. My baby has been adjusted since he was 5 days old and I credit Dr. Danaca for his good temperament and sleeping habits. Anytime he’s ever a little “off”, I take him in and he’s back to himself. Not only is Dr. Danaca great at her job, but she has the most amazing personality behind it. I’ve always known she truly cares about me and my family’s health and well-being. We always get excited to see her and her wonderful crew when we have an appointment.”
Jeanna W
Jeanna first came into our office struggling with daily acid reflux, migraines, and severe pain in her back, left shoulder, and neck. No other treatments she had tried were working and since her husband and daughter were already seeing Dr. Danaca, she decided to jump on the bandwagon. Jeanna’s initials goals were to be more energetic, have less pain, and be able to enjoy and do more activities with her family. We are happy to report that Jeanna’s acid reflux is significantly decreased and that she reports being able to do more activities with her amazing family! Jeanna also states that she is sleeping better at night and her anxiety and stress levels have declined. She continues to seek Chiropractic care to improve her energy levels, keep her stress levels down, and help support her active life style.
We are so proud of this amazing lady!
Jodi D
When we first saw this adorable babe, she was struggling with sleeping, frequent spitting up, and stiff shoulders & arms. After her 1st adjustment, mom reports that she has been sleeping so much better! She has even slept through the night! Before her first adjustment she was unable to sleep lying flat & has since been able to sleep in her crib. Spitting up is considerably better and her shoulders & arms are not as stiff and rigid. We are happy to report that not only is babe doing so much better, but mom is much more rested too!
& check out mom’s review after their first visit:
“Every aspect of this visit was amazing. From customer service to the explanation of care, I felt very comfortable about the care my baby was receiving. Both Dr. Danaca and Katie went out of their way to make this visit possible and effective in more ways than one and I am so very grateful. Thank you so much!”
Katie B
“Hi, I’m Katie! Most of you know me as the “front desk lady”, but what you might not know is that I was a patient before I started working here. So, my personal testimonial is coming from me as a patient, rather than me as a team member here at Align Family Chiropractic.
I first started seeing Dr. Danaca because I was having some mild low back & neck pain – nothing crazy. I’d been to a few other chiropractors before, but when I saw she was opening her own practice, I decided to switch to support her (we’ve been friends since we were kids). At my very first appointment I could tell this was going to be different from anything I’ve ever experienced before. We went through my new patient paperwork and talked about things that I didn’t think had anything to do with chiropractic. “how’s your sleeping?” – terrible. “how’s your stress level/anxiety?” – high. Again, I thought, ‘what does this have to do with cracking my back?’. It didn’t take long and I knew why she was asking me these questions. She explained how everything in the body relates back to the nervous system and how adjustments can help with things I didn’t know it could.
After my first adjustment, my low back & neck were feeling better – so I was very surprised to see the results of my scans and hear her recommendation of coming 3 times a week. I honestly can’t tell you why I decided to listen to her recommendation instead of saying “no thanks I’ll just come in when I’m in pain again” … But I did. I was adjusted 3 times per week, then 2 times, then finally promoted to once per week – and I’ve been getting adjusted once a week for over a year now.
I had been taking a sleeping pill every night since high school to help me fall asleep/stay asleep, and even then, most nights I slept terrible and was always tired and drinking ridiculous amounts of Diet Coke for “energy”. A couple months into my care plan, Dr. Danaca asked me about my sleep again, and that’s when I realized – I couldn’t even remember the last time I took a sleeping pill, and I’ve been sleeping great! Not only sleeping great, but actually feeling rested when my alarm goes off. A good night’s sleep and feeling well rested seem like something so simple – but you don’t know how much something “so simple” can affect your life, until it does!
There have been plenty of times over the last year where I have felt stressed, but I feel like I’m able to handle it so much better than I could before. I’m more patient. I’m less cranky. I’m less anxious. It feels good to finally not feel like crap all the time. And it feels good to put myself and my health first. It’s made me a better wife and a better mom.
Dr. Danaca has impacted my life in more ways than I can count. Her positive outlook, kind & caring nature (and all of our wonderful patients) make it a joy to come to work. She’s always encouraging me to be the best version of myself that I can be. She’s always learning and sharing stories/tips/articles/recipes/you name it. I’m eating healthier, exercising more, drinking waaaay less diet coke, and I feel so much better. I’m not saying – get adjusted & you’ll start working out and eating healthy just like that – but she has definitely taught me the value of good health and helped me to understand the importance of taking care of myself. It’s ok to put yourself first ❤️”
Sawyer S
This little cutie is almost 7 months old and has been a patient here at Align Family Chiropractic for the past 3 months. As you can see in the first picture, Miss Sawyer was really favoring one side and always seemed to be looking to the right. Mom & dad would gently turn her head or try to get her to look to the left – she would for a short time, but she always turned back to the right. This was the case whether she was sleeping or playing. This issue was also creating flat spot on the back/side of her head. Another thing her parents noticed early on, was her tummy was always rumbling like crazy, she wasn’t having regular BMs, and “her toots could clear the room!” :) Mom tried essential oils for tummy, did bicycle legs, and lots of other suggestions – none of which seemed to make much of a difference. She was also a little stiff/rigid and wasn’t able to bring her toes up to her face.
A couple of our great patients suggested having Sawyer adjusted by Dr. Danaca, and we’re SO happy they did! Little Miss Sawyer is an absolute doll and has seen great improvements since starting care here at AFC. Mom says, “she’s always been a pretty good baby, but she’s SO happy now!” (We can attest to this as well; I don’t think we’ve ever seen this sweet girl without her giant grin!) Mom also tells us, “Since coming in to AFC her tummy is much better, she’s much more regular, and her toots are not near as bad as they used to be!” She’s also a better eater and doesn’t get quite as “antsy” while eating. Sawyer no longer favors her right side, which means her flat spot has improved as well! “She’s always happy and always has her toes in her mouth now!” 😊
Mom tells us she’s thankful for Dr. Danaca for the help & encouragement she’s received. She says Dr. Danaca has also helped her understand the importance of tummy time and helping to make sure Sawyer meets “those developmental milestones.” Mom’s favorite part of coming here is, “seeing how happy it makes Sawyer, and knowing she’ll have a great day!” She also tells us, “We love it here! And when we get the text reminders, it’s not ‘ugh we have to go to the chiro’, it’s “Yes! We get to go!”
Mike W
Mike has been a patient here at Align Family Chiropractic for the last 2 ½ months. When he first came in, he was experiencing “big-time sciatic nerve pain”, hip pain, and foot drop. He also had numbness in his foot and toes. Mike enjoys living an active lifestyle and spends a large majority of his time outdoors, whether it be working/farming or hunting. The pain was interfering with these activities and the footdrop was causing him a lot of problems as well – he was “stumbling through corn fields” and had a very hard time walking on any sort of uneven surface. This was especially hard because part of his livelihood includes walking through corn stalks, tall grass, and climbing in & out of semis/tractors. He had a hard time stepping over things – and even developed a sore on the front of his shin due to all the times he missed a step or stumbled. Mike had been dealing with these issues for a little over a year.
Originally, Mike met with his RA doctor to discuss his hip pain. After his doctor told him it was most likely nerve related - Mike decided to give Chiropractic a try. Like all of our patients, Mike met with Dr. Danaca, we performed a full exam and his health history/goals were discussed. Dr. Danaca recommended frequent adjustments as well as Laser treatments. (The Summus Medical Laser helps to create better circulation, gets more oxygen to the tissues, which helps the cells to produce more energy – this all leads to a reduction in pain, inflammation, and accelerated tissue healing) Mike said he really started seeing change 3-4 adjustments & laser treatments in, and he has continued to see positive change. His foot drop has also been gradually improving over the last couple of months and he is very pleased with his progress.
Mike tells us, “I assumed it was my RA and thought I would have to learn to live with it.” Now, he is able to walk long distances, his hip pain has diminished, and he has no more sciatic nerve pain whatsoever. He says his foot drop “still isn’t perfect, but it’s improved tremendously” – his foot is more limber, he has a better range of motion, he’s not stumbling, and “my wife says I don’t walk like an old man anymore!” 😊 Mike says he’s also noticed that he’s sleeping better, he has more energy, and a better attitude. He’s feeling great and is able to spend plenty of time playing with his little grandchildren!
His favorite part of coming into Align Family Chiropractic is, “knowing I’ll feel better when I leave.” He also says, “it’s the people… friendly and helpful, and everyone has good attitudes.”
Jason B
Jason has been a patient here at Align Family Chiropractic for about a year now. When we first saw Jason, he was suffering from severe pain radiating from his shoulder down the front of his arm – along with pain in his neck & back. He also noted a “stinger” in his shoulder that would bother him on a daily basis. Jason has a very physically demanding job and does not have time for his work to be hindered because of pain. Jason was on the verge of shoulder surgery when he decided to give chiropractic adjustments & laser treatments a try. By his 4th treatment his “stinger” was gone and he was sleeping better at night. We love seeing our patients succeed and feel better!
Check out Jason’s review:
“Good afternoon!!! I would like to share my experience with Align Family Chiropractic. I was almost certain that my left shoulder was beyond hope. But with regular adjustments and some Laser treatments my shoulder does not bother me anymore!! Very satisfied and happy with the whole staff at Align!!! Always friendly and very positive atmosphere!!! Thank you all!!! Customer for life!!”
Eve E
Meet Eve!
This sweet little girl is almost 4 months old and has been a patient here at Align Family Chiropractic since she was one week old! When Eve’s mom, Carly, first brought her in – she was not the smiley/happy little girl you see pictured here.
Miss Eve was not a happy camper at all. She screamed/cried during diaper changes (and any other time they tried laying her on her back). She was very fussy, tense, and just couldn’t relax – which also meant, sleeping was not in the cards for her. Eve’s dad even made the comment, “are all babies like this?” – Eve also had a slight tongue/lip tie which was affecting their breastfeeding journey. Mom knew she needed to do something to get Eve some help and peace of mind for herself/her husband.
Carly has been bringing Eve in for consistent adjustments for the last 3 ½ + months and the results have been so great. As you can see, she is full of smiles and is a much more content little girl! She loves to sleep! – now getting two 4-hour stretches each night! Mom & Eve both enjoy diaper changes a whole lot more as well. She enjoys learning new things on her back & tummy and is much more relaxed when she’s playing on her own. Eve now enjoys being snuggled by people other than her mom, and does so without fussing 😊 All around, the whole family is happier. Miss Eve is a well-adjusted babe and mom & dad feel like they are doing something right.
With the help of Dr. Danaca and a great, local Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) – a tongue/lip revision was recommended and Eve had done at around 1 month. Mom tells us, “I didn’t know the importance of chiropractic care when a child has a tongue/lip tie. Eve has a much better latch & suck, and their breastfeeding journey has improved drastically.
Mom says, “YES! Definitely recommend Align Family Chiropractic! Eve is a completely different baby because of our experience here.” She also tells us, “Everyone is so friendly and supportive, and willing to help in any way possible. Dr. Danaca is so kind and full of knowledge. As a mom, I needed reassurance that I was doing all the things I could to help Eve – it’s been a wonderful experience! This is what every person needs.”
Glendon W
Glendon is no stranger to Chiropractic care – and after recently relocating from TN – he was looking for a new Chiropractor. Glendon was referred to Dr. Danaca and has been a patient here at AFC for the past few months. Glendon has a long history of back and neck issues. More recently though, he had been experiencing headaches/migraines about 2 to 3 times per week, as well as fatigue & sleep issues.
Glendon says the constant headaches and migraines were becoming part of his “norm” and they were affecting a large part of his day. There were times it was a struggle just to get through the day – the throbbing headaches, neck tension, and foggy brain. After seeing such great results at his previous Chiropractor in TN, he knew it was time to get in and get adjusted to keep his body healthy & functioning properly.
Since seeking care at Align Family Chiropractic, Glendon is happy to report that he has seen so many wonderful improvements! His back and neck are feeling great, his mental clarity has improved, he’s sleeping better, waking up with more energy, and so much more. “The biggest one is headaches/migraines are no longer the norm! Yay!” He tells us that he feels more like a normal human again. Glendon also says, “I had been seeing another chiropractor, which was great, so I knew what to expect – however, I was surprised when I no longer felt ‘foggy brained’! I literally feel like my brain is functioning normal again!”
Glendon also tells us, “This has impacted every part of my life, from better sleep, better outlook on life, to being very excited for the future! It’s a drag to have migraines plaguing you, dictating what you want to do. I truly am a much better person!”
Glendon says he would (& already has) absolutely recommend AFC! He says “I think my favorite part of coming to Align Family Chiropractic is the people! I feel at ease coming into the office and Dr. Danaca is always excited to see me – plus she has so much knowledge to share with us! Thank you guys for being awesome!”
Gretchen T
Meet Gretchen! Gretchen has been a patient here at Align Family Chiropractic for the last 3 months. She’s had such amazing results in that amount of time and is so excited to share with you! Check out what she has to say about her experience here at AFC:
“I felt like I was constantly snippy and short tempered with people, especially my family. I had a constant pain between my shoulder blades that would not go away – I wasn’t sleeping at night at all and if I did, I was being woken up by my hands feeling tingling & numb. An 8-hour workday was a struggle because I felt exhausted all day long and my Crohn’s Disease was constantly flaring.
Since seeking care at AFC, I noticed my overall mood is better and I feel like I can handle stress better most of the time. I am sleeping a million times better – the pain between my shoulder blades is completely gone. When it comes to my Crohn’s Disease, I get an IV infusion of medication every 8 weeks to manage my Crohn’s Disease. Prior to consistent chiropractic care, I was barely making it to week 6 and I would already need the infusion. I am not able to get the infusion until I have hit the 8th week, so for the last 2 or 2.5 weeks prior to my 8th week, I was miserable! I could barely eat or drink anything and I was tired all the time. Since starting with Dr. Danaca I am able to make it right up to my 8th week and still be feeling pretty decent for the most part. This is amazing! This hasn’t happened for almost 13 years!
I am surprised by how my mental clarity has improved. I have been to chiropractors before, so going isn’t anything new – however, after doing a consistent plan it just amazes me how my mental clarity has improved. Sometimes I feel like I get a little hyper and it is because I feel so good all the time. I haven’t felt that way in years. I am on the local ambulance and I was always paranoid that when I was on an ambulance call my Crohn’s would flare. Now I take every call as it comes with no worry because of how much better my stomach feels all the time.
I feel like I am a better person with a better mood and happier disposition.
My favorite part about coming to the office is the Power Plate! I look forward to it every single time! Another close favorite is the environment. I feel so calm when I am at Dr. Danaca’s office. The staff makes you feel so welcome and comfortable. And obviously, Dr. Danaca is the reason for everything I just listed!
At first, I was very hesitant about going to AFC. My reason for the hesitation was I just kept thinking, ‘what is she going to do that the others haven’t?’ Every chiropractor I have been to has been good. The consistency of being adjusted truly is the game changer! I would highly recommend anyone who is even remotely considering it to take the plunge. I promise you won’t regret it.”
Jenna E
We love the Erickson family! Jenna is such a great mom - always researching, learning, sharing, & asking questions about health/wellness for her family and herself. She is a nurse and knows the importance of chiropractic care. These sweet boys always have a smile on their face and make our day every time they walk into the office. It’s safe to say they look forward to the vitamin C suckers after each visit! Dad is also a great patient, but was busy farming this morning so missed out on the family picture.
Check out what Jenna has to say about their experience here at AFC!:
“My family and I love Dr. Danaca and the good work she does to help keep us healthy and feeling our best. We’ve been seeing her for adjustments for over two and a half years now and have never been so healthy. Chiropractic work truly affects all parts of your body and we see results in all parts of our lives. Our kids sleep well and rarely get sick. I also saw Dr. Danaca throughout pregnancy, I felt amazing the whole way through. Dr. Danaca is also great about educating on overall health and is a wealth of knowledge. We can’t recommend her highly enough!”
Jen S
Jen has been a patient here at Align Family Chiropractic for almost 4 years now! When she first came in, she was looking to improve her overall wellness, as well as looking for relief from her frequent headaches. Jen tells us she had always suffered from headaches, but the matter was made much worse when she was involved in a serious car accident a few years prior. She said she was having “too many” headaches – at least weekly and sometimes several times a week. She just “didn’t feel good.” They would make her nauseous & sometimes wake her up at night. Jen was having a hard time getting relief, and “Tylenol didn’t even help.”
She had been to other chiropractors before, but wasn’t a “regular” patient. Dr. Danaca met with Jen and discussed her history & goals she had for herself – “headache relief, strength, wellness, & staying active.” To start out, Jen was coming in for adjustments a couple of times per week. Shortly after, she transitioned to weekly adjustments, and most recently has been promoted to adjustments every other week. Jen listens to her body of course, and knows to come in more frequently when she is more stressed. After starting chiropractic care here at AFC, Jen says she’s feeling “so much better!” She’s sleeping better, “and I wake up feeling good!” The tension in her neck has improved and she has greatly reduced her number of headaches. Jen also says, “I’m more aware of my stress levels and how to manage that.”
Jen is very health conscious and mindful of what she fuels her body with. She tells us, “I take a lot more vitamins and supplements since learning about them from Dr. Danaca!” Jen is very active and will frequently walk or bike to her chiropractic appointments. She also works out at least 3 times a week at Life Fit here in town. At her most recent Progress Exam, Jen told us she’s stronger & has more mobility. She’s also noticed improvements in her attitude, mental clarity, sleep, and energy levels!
When we asked Jen what her favorite part of coming to AFC was, she replied “All of it!” 😊 “The atmosphere, the décor, scheduling, the text reminders – I just like coming here!” Jen also says she likes all of the new machines and tools Dr. Danaca is always getting!
Laurie E
She has been a patient here at Align Family Chiropractic for about 2 months now. When Laurie first came in, she was a self-proclaimed “mess” – she was having issues with her hip, neck pain, vertigo, she couldn’t sleep, and had constant tinnitus. She had been doing PT for her hip because it was thought that she had bursitis, “it helped some, but came back.” This was affecting her sleeping/sitting/standing – she said she felt, “like a stiff old lady!” She described her tinnitus as “constant cicadas!” This made sleeping extremely difficult – she was taking a sleeping pill and had to use white noise every single night, and still wasn’t sleeping well at all.
Laurie is a hard-working lady to say the least, she farms alongside her husband and they have a large cow/calf operation as well as farm grain. Her day-to-day activities consist of a lot of physical work; everything from working with the cattle, to driving tractor, to picking rock, you name it. Two months ago – Laurie and her husband were busy in the field with spring planting, she was hurting and didn’t exactly have much time to spare. She was experiencing pain and discomfort in her neck & between her shoulders – which made it especially difficult to turn her head while she was driving tractor. She knew she wouldn’t be able to make it through planting feeling the way she did – so even during one of her busiest seasons, she made a point to put her health first. She came in as often as her schedule allowed, which was usually about twice a week.
Shortly after starting care here at AFC Laurie says, she is feeling great! She noticed huge improvements in all areas – everything from her neck pain, hip pain, & vertigo have all improved “110%!” She says her tinnitus is at about 90% better which is truly amazing since it’s something she’s been dealing with for the last 11 years!! Laurie is absolutely thrilled with her results. She says she really enjoys Dr. Danaca’s approach with continual adjustments, “it just makes sense and it works! It’s not a one and done.” Laurie also enjoys the friendly staff and says “Dr. Danaca is so nice” 😊 When asked if she’d recommend Align Family Chiropractic to her friends and family, Laurie replied “oh yeah!” Laurie’s long-term goal is to remain active and be able to keep up with her grandkids – she’s doing a great job taking care of herself to help make sure that happens!
Amanda R
Meet Amanda!
Amanda has been a patient here at Align Family Chiropractic for about 6 months. When she first came in, she was suffering from some pretty bad low back pain. It was ongoing and just kept getting worse & worse. She could hardly walk; and was in pain when she bent over or tried lifting - not an ideal situation for anyone, but especially a daycare provider! Amanda is a very busy wife & mama, as well as daycare mom to numerous little kiddos. When the pain was interfering with her day to day activities, she knew it was time to try something different so she could start feeling better.
Dr. Danaca met with Amanda, and they decided she would see the best results by getting adjusted twice a week. Amanda was also using the Infrared Sunlighten Sauna, so we did our best to coordinate those appointments! As we said before, Amanda is busy and doesn't exactly have a ton of free time - but she knew what it would take to start feeling better, so she put herself first in order to continue caring for those around her!
Amanda is now promoted to weekly adjustments and continues to use the sauna weekly as well. Since starting care, Amanda says she's feeling great. Her back is much better, as well as her flexibility and mobility. Not long ago, Amanda was suffering from severe postpartum depression - she credits her adjustments as well as relaxing sauna sessions to feeling much better in that area as well. Amanda says she is now able to manage her stress better and is a more positive person. She also says she is more patient with her own children & her daycare kiddos as well. She's able to exercise without pain now, is putting herself first, and is a great role model for her children!
Her favorite part of coming to AFC is the welcoming feeling she gets when she walks through the door. She says, "it feels like home, feels like family." Amanda also loves the clean and welcoming environment - she would definitely recommend AFC to anyone looking for a change!
Becci S
“I have been coming to Align Family Chiropractic since June of 2018. I was suffering from constant neck and head pain, low back pain, and generally never feeling well!
I was an every 3-4 hour Excedrine user! I usually take it now when I get up in the morning due to joint/arthritis stiffness and pain, and sometimes realize at the end of the work day that I never took any more all day! That is a huge WIN for me! I feel so much better and am able to play with my grandchildren more! I also recovered amazingly well from my knee replacement!”
Brenda J
“I started seeing Dr. Danaca due to pelvic issues, TMJ pain, and carpal tunnel in both hands. Since 2017 I have been having consistent adjustments mainly on pelvis and jaw. Before 2017, my sleep was interrupted due to hip/pelvic pain. My pain is almost nonexistent now and sleep is pain free!! My TMJ had gotten to the point where my jaw clicked every time I opened my mouth. Now my jaw moves freely and eating is no longer painful. I am a firm believer in regular chiropractic visits and Dr. Danaca has greatly improved my quality of life!”
Claire G
We were lucky enough to meet this sweet little girl when she was just shy of 3 months old! Miss Claire had a bit of a rough start and spent her first 26 days in the NICU. Claire suffered from GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) and HIE (hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy – which is a type of brain dysfunction that occurs when the brain doesn’t receive enough oxygen or blood flow for a period of time) She is one tough cookie and was anxious to get home with mom, dad, & big brother. Unfortunately, she wasn’t allowing any of her family members much sleep.. Claire was having a hard time sleeping, was spitting up, fussy, and agitated.
Dr. Danaca met with Claire’s mom, Trisha, to discuss her health history and the goals she had for Claire. A healthy & happy baby was/is the #1 goal! We’ve now been seeing Claire since the end of September, and in just a short time she has seen such amazing results! Mom says, “It has helped tremendously!” They’ve noticed a huge change in her sleep, spitting up, attitude, digestion, and flexibility/mobility. “She now sleeps all night with no issues being on her back! Before she would never fully fall asleep, and would wake up crying every 45 minutes.” Miss Claire is healthy, happy, & thriving – what every parent wants for their child! She is turning her head both ways, poops regularly, doesn’t spit up constantly, and is “just so much happier!”
Mom says her favorite thing about coming to Align Family Chiropractic is the friendly staff, beautiful décor, and of course Dr. Danaca “she is very knowledgeable and great with babies!” She says she would definitely recommend AFC to any new mom looking for a chiropractor!
Mel P
When we first met Mel, she was in pain! She had herniated discs in her lower back – which were pressing on the nerves that ran down her butt & left leg. Her pain was so severe she had to rely on the help of her husband and son for the simplest day to day activities – helping her on/off the toilet, putting on her pants, and just getting around. She had been to the Spine Center in Sioux Falls and was given two options: 1) back surgery, or 2) get a shot to aid with pain & inflammation. She chose option number 2, and although the shot gave her some temporary relief, she knew this was not how she wanted to continue living her life.
Mel was referred to Dr. Danaca by some friends from church and thought she’d give chiropractic care a shot. After reviewing her case, Dr. Danaca told Mel with complete honesty – she believed chiropractic care would help her, but it was going to take work and commitment. Mel was “beyond skeptical” and also said, “my first thought was ‘really!’ typical chiropractor, wants me to come in more than once” 😉 But after discussing with her family and knowing that surgery was her only other option – she committed. She committed to adjustments 3 times a week for over a month and a 45-minute drive each way. Eventually the 3 times per week turned to 2 times, then finally to 1. (Mel says, “I listen to my body and I will always seek to have chiropractic care once a week”)
Mel was committed to a healthier lifestyle and worked so hard to get to where she is today. She is an excellent patient and advocate for herself – always researching and asking what more she can be doing, and taking Dr. Danaca’s advice & suggestions to heart. She hired a coach to help her learn more about which foods best fuel her body. Once her body was feeling better, she started working out and continues to work out regularly. She left her stressful “corporate” job and now works at a local nursery. She grows TONS of
vegetables and spends as much time outside as possible. She works on her overall healthy everyday – mind, body, & soul. She has truly become an inspiration to all of us here at AFC and we’re so proud of her.
Earlier this fall, Mel & her husband celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary by taking a trip to Colorado. They went on a self-guided archery elk hunt, walked miles & miles, and carried their camp on their back. The weather ranged from sunny & 94* to 18* & 10” of snow. They had a blast and made memories that will last a lifetime – something that wouldn’t have been possible had she not invested in herself.
Mark E
Mark has been a patient here at Align Family Chiropractic for about 4 months. When we first met with Mark, it was the beginning of October – which might seem like an insignificant detail to most of you.. but Mark is a farmer, and as we all know, October isn’t exactly a slow or relaxing time for farmers 😊 He was extremely busy in the field, and certainly didn’t have extra time to come in and get adjusted multiple times a week… but more so than that, he REALLY didn’t have time to be feeling so terrible and in so much pain.
Mark was suffering from some pretty severe back pain, as well as pain in his neck and between his shoulder blades. His hip would also “lock up” from time to time. “It pretty much affected all aspects of my life.. sleeping, sitting, working, driving a tractor, playing with my kids, everything.” This is something that has been going on since he was in high school, “when you’re 18, you don’t really pay attention to it.. but I’m getting older and it’s getting worse.” Along with the pain he was experiencing, he also told us how stiff he felt, he couldn’t bend over and it was hard to get down on the floor and play with his kids because of his lack of flexibility. Mark had been to other chiropractors in the past, “it would help a little, but always back to the same old thing.” After seeing the great results his mom had received here at Align Family Chiropractic, he decided it was worth a shot!
As mentioned earlier, Mark was in pretty rough shape when he first came in – and after meeting with Dr. Danaca, she recommended he get adjusted 3 times a week. He carved out the time in his busy schedule, and it didn’t take long for him to reap the benefits. He was then able to back down to 2 adjustments per week, and is currently getting adjusted once a week so he can keep feeling great! Shortly after starting care, Mark said he was “feeling so much better!” His sleep had improved, he had more energy, and a better attitude, “it’s hard to be a happy person when you don’t feel good.” He also noticed a significant difference in his flexibility and mobility, especially in his hips, “I’d try to stretch to relieve the tightness and couldn’t even reach my toes, now I can!” He tells us he’s more productive, “I feel better so I can get more done!” His wife and family have noticed a change as well, as he’s able to get down on the floor and play with his 3 young kids 😊
Mark said his favorite part about coming to Align Family Chiropractic is the staff. He enjoys visiting with everyone at the front desk and is always learning from Dr. Danaca. He also says, “it’s a really nice place, put together and set up nice.” And of course, the fact that he’s feeling so much better! Mark says he would absolutely recommend AFC to his friends and family!
Scott and Brenda J
Scott & Brenda both credit consistent adjustments as well as Laser treatments to how great their bodies feel! They are a great example as to why it’s so important to take care of ourselves – had they not invested in their health & wellness, there’s no way they would’ve been able to experience a trip like this!
Brenda tells us, "two years ago, there's no way I could've done all that hiking - not with how bad my hips were!" Scott has worked a very physically demanding job for the majority of his life - thanks to consistent adjustments & laser treatments, his knees were able to carry him over 30 miles in 3 days! - they also went on a 4-hour rafting trip on the Colorado River and his elbows "held up" through all of that. Brenda tells us, "there was a day and time, he wouldn't have been able to do that" -- he was sure to come in for an adjustment & laser treatment as soon as he got back home though :)
These two were able to walk, hike, and climb miles and miles each day – one day traveling over 15 miles! Their daughter and son-in-law even commented how impressed they were that their folks were able to “keep up”. Their stories are so amazing and we're so honored to be a part of their health journey!
Kelsey B
••Could she (& her bump) be any cuter!? Kelsey is one of the sweetest & funniest people you will ever meet! She & her hubby Taylor are the perfect duo. We love having them as patients and can’t wait for babe to join the fam here! 💗👶🏼💙 Kelsey is an AMAZING teacher and we know she will be the best mom!
••Check out her story:
“I began seeing Dr. Danaca in early August to help with fertility and starting a family. Little did we know, I was very early on in my current pregnancy when I started seeking care! Since then, I have been a regular patient because of how helpful Dr. Danaca has been for my pregnancy. I was very fortunate and did not get very sick during my first trimester like some people do, and I believe I have Dr. Danaca and regular visits to thank for that. Recently, baby has been crowding my ribs and making it very painful to be comfortable, but fortunately Dr. Danaca has been able to give me comfort and relieve that pain! I will continue to seek care at Align Family Chiropractic for regular adjustments and baby will too when he or she arrives!”
Thea K
Thea has been a patient here at Align Family Chiropractic for almost 4 years now! When Thea first came in, she was looking for a change. She said “I had heard good things, so wanted to try it out and see if Dr. Danaca could help with my neuropathy.” She has dealt with neuropathy for many years and has tried other avenues, but hadn’t noticed much change or relief.
Shortly after starting care, Thea was involved in a car accident. So, in addition to her neuropathy pain, she was also now dealing with neck pain as well. Thea came in 3 times a week and received adjustments as well as Summus Medical Laser treatments. Thea was eventually able to progress to 2 times a week, then one – and now she comes in every other week for regular maintenance care. Dr. Danaca also recommended the Infrared Sauna we have here at the office, and Thea noticed such great results that she decided to by one for herself! She said thanks to her sauna sessions she noticed “considerably less neuropathy pain!”
Since starting care, Thea has noticed great change in all areas! Her body feels great, “I’m able to move better and I can do things with my grandkids that I couldn’t before.” (Thea is such a wonderful and involved grandma to all of her grandchildren!) She also tells us her stress has improved, as well as her sleep – which in turn means more energy! “I always feel awesome after my adjustments!”
Thea says her favorite part of coming to Align Family Chiropractic is Dr. Danaca and staff. She says, “they are kind and respectful, very personal, listen to what you say, and care about their patients.” Thea also says she appreciates the scheduling and not having to wait as appointments are on time. “I would absolutely recommend AFC to my friends and family. My granddaughter started to come and has amazing results too!”
Randy K
Randy is the owner of the Tyler Locker - he is an extremely hard worker and his job is very physically demanding.
Randy was in extreme pain and desperate for some relief – “sleeping, working, sitting, walking, all times” – he was hurting. He had low back & hip pain, and his right leg was numb all the way to his toes. Randy told us that for at least 10 minutes every morning he had to hang on to something for support. He had to grab on to things to get up/stand up and it was “virtually impossible to be mobile” until his body loosened up. Even reaching to grab the toothpaste out of the cupboard was painful. His wife had to help him put his boots on because he wasn’t able to bend over. He was dealing with this pain since last fall. He’d received 2 cortisone shots that didn’t offer him any relief – his ortho doctor told him it was probably time to set up a surgical consult. One of Randy’s customers, who is also one of our patients, recommended he try Align Family Chiropractic.
Randy was committed to doing whatever he needed to do to feel better (I think he had some encouragement from his wife too 😉). Randy took the time out of his busy schedule to get Adjustments and Summus Laser treatments three times a week for a month; and within that time, he has already seen lifechanging results!
When we asked Randy about the change since starting treatments, he said “you mean besides feeling better?” 😊 His back feels great, he has feeling in his feet, and hardly any leg numbness. He has no problem sitting and is able to “function normally”. He’s able to be more mobile and can get out & walk. His sleep has improved and he’s able to get up without using his hands – “I can get out of a chair normally – I can stand up immediately”.
His work has changed considerably as well – before he was only able to lift about 15 lbs., now he can easily lift 50 lbs. because it doesn’t hurt to bend over and lift anymore. Randy told us just the other day that he butchered 2 beef & 3 hogs in three hours – and before that would’ve taken him at least 4 ½ hours. He has been extremely busy due to the COVID-19 situation, and he would not be loving life if he was still in that much pain.
Randy says his favorite part of coming to Align Family Chiropractic is the hospitality, cleanliness, and getting to feel better! When we asked him if he’d recommend AFC to his friends/family, he said “absolutely – already have!”
Sandy C
“I have been coming to Align Family Chiropractic for about a year. Due to COVID, there was some downtime, but I am so happy to be back on track.
I first started coming to Align because I hurt my back while cleaning my tub. I immediately noticed positive changes in my back, but then had to stop treatment for a while in the spring due to COVID. It was during this time, things really went downhill for me. I am a very active teacher who moves around my room all of the time while teaching. When we went to Distance Learning, the length of my work day increased, while my movement ended. I spent from 6:30 AM to 8:00 PM each day sitting at a computer. I was at a point where I couldn’t move my neck and had constant pain and headaches.
What has impressed me the most about Dr. Danaca and Align Family Chiropractic, is the commitment to me as an individual. Dr. Danaca presented my treatment plan to me in the same way I would instruct my students. She explained that change happens little by little and we need to “do our homework” each week in order to see results. I tried to be a good student and do what she assigned and little by little, change took place. I feel so great! I came in to fix neck and back issues, but so many things have improved. I sleep so much better. My stress is down and my attitude is so much more positive. Now that I have full movement, I am able to exercise again and have added yoga to my daily routine. I feel like a new person!
My favorite part about coming to AFC is the decor!!! Just kidding, but I do love the feel of the clinic. What keeps me coming back is the total experience and commitment to care. From the minute you walk in the door until you leave, you are the number one priority. You aren’t just a patient; you are a person. I absolutely recommend AFC to anyone needing chiropractic care. Thanks Dr. Danaca and AFC staff!”
Sandy also left us the kindest review recently, so of course we had to share!:
“Dr. Danaca and the entire staff at AFC create a patient experience that is second to none. From the moment you walk into their beautiful office until the minute you walk out the door, they are there to serve you. To Dr. Danaca, you are more than a client, you are a person first. She does more than treat you, she gets to know you. She isn’t there for the quick fix, she is there to help you build habits that help sustain a healthy lifestyle. If you are in need of chiropractic care, give Align Family Chiropractic a try, you will be glad you did!”
Kristie J
She has been a patient with Dr. Danaca for over 4 years now. When Kristie first came in, she was hurting pretty bad. She is definitely a “go-getter”! She was working out pretty hard – lifting a medicine ball over her head, when she injured her neck and became extremely dizzy. She tells us, “I know I pushed myself too far and take full responsibility for that, but darn it!” 😊 Later that evening she was sitting on her bedroom floor watching the room spin around her and said, “someone better take me to the hospital!” Her family took her to the ER and she was given medication for motion sickness, which unfortunately didn’t help. She was in pretty much constant pain and so dizzy. It was affecting everything from her sleep, to her work, to everything in between. Kristie had never been to a chiropractor before and when someone suggested it to her, she luckily “fell into Dr. Danaca’s lap.”
Kristie was seeing Dr. Danaca 2-3 times a week at first – she said it took a little while, but it was “quite shocking how much it helped!” She didn’t know exactly what to expect having never been to a chiropractor before, but she’s definitely glad to have found Dr. Danaca!
Kristie has recovered from her neck injury, but like most people, seems to carry her stress there – so she continues to see Dr. Danaca on a weekly basis to keep feeling her best. She says her neck feels so much better & even better than that, the dizziness is gone! She is so thankful to be feeling better and she has also noticed a big improvement in her quality of sleep! Kristie is a great advocate for our Summus Medical Laser as well – that’s something she’s recently started incorporating into her care and has been extremely pleased with! She has noticed a huge decrease in the stress she carries in her neck since starting the Laser treatments. The Summus Medical Laser is an excellent tool which not only helps to speed up & promote healing, but also reduces pain and inflammation.
Kristin P
Kristin first came to us about a year ago. She was looking for a chiropractor closer to home & was looking to relieve back pain & headaches. Dr. Danaca met with Kristin, like she does all of our new patients, to discuss her health history, challenges, and goals. After further discussion, we were saddened to learn that Kristin had suffered a devastating miscarriage at 20 weeks, as well as multiple other miscarriages. Dr. Danaca discussed the correlation between conception/fertility/a healthy pregnancy, and chiropractic care. Dr. Danaca also stated, “it’s not my job to get you pregnant, that’s your husband’s” 😉😏
What we were able to offer Kristin was the ability to get her nervous system functioning better through Chiropractic Adjustments. Reproductive organs are regulated by the nervous system and Chiropractic aims to maximize nervous system function.
A short time after starting chiropractic care, Kristin shared with us that she was pregnant! She determined that she got pregnant right when she started care with us & was able to carry to full term!
To be completely honest – we cannot tell you that Chiropractic is only reason that Kristin was able to get pregnant and carry to full term – but what we do know, is that a clear functioning nervous system allows the body the best chance to function the way it was designed to. This includes getting pregnant, and being able to have a healthy pregnancy. The nervous system is what tells everything what to do – this includes growing a baby. Chiropractic is an amazing thing! Just look at how much this beautiful mama’s life has changed in this past year before & after seeking chiropractic care.
See what Kristin has to say about her care here:
“Dr. Danaca is always so positive and excited when she opens the door that it makes me wish I had her energy! She listens when I let her know what’s stiff/sore and always works on those spots. She works great with my daughter to help get her neck adjusted for latching – as I know when it’s time to go in as she fights the latching. Dr. Danaca is great to work with and I’m glad I found her!”
Mark S
Mark has been a patient here at Align Family Chiropractic for a little over 2 months. When he first came in, he told us he was “looking for something different” because his “other care just wasn’t working” Dr. Danaca was recommended to him by “a lot of people” so he figured he’d give us a try. He had a rib that was causing him lot of pain – it would keep him up at night and would bother him while he was working. It started when he fell off of a combine over 12 years ago! He said about 3 or 4 days after his rib would “go out” – his heart would start skipping!
We are so proud of Mark and the progress he has made over the last couple of months. Since getting to the root of his problem and not just treating symptoms, he’s able to experience a lot of positive changes! His rib is feeling really good and his heart hasn’t been skipping either! He said he’s sleeping better and just feels better all around – “and when you feel better, you have a better attitude”.
Mark works as a Service Tech at John Deere here in town & he knows it makes a lot more sense to regularly maintenance equipment than to wait for it to break down and fall apart. As many farmers know, regular maintenance is much more efficient & affordable. – He’s taking the same approach with his body!
His favorite part of coming to Align Family Chiropractic is the staff (& we didn’t even coax him to say that). He says everyone is so friendly and willing to help. Mark says, thanks to Dr. Danaca, he’s more aware of his movements – he catches himself slouching & is working to improve his posture. He appreciates that Dr. Danaca is so helpful by sharing different tips, stretches, or things for him to try.
Recently, his girlfriend noticed that she’s able to give him a hug without him flinching/stiffening up in pain! – it’s the little things, isn’t it?
Mark says, “I feel good – I have a whole different attitude.” He would definitely recommend Dr. Danaca & Align Family Chiropractic!
DeRuyter Family
Carly & her adorable kiddos (& hubby-not pictured) are such great patients of ours! Like most of us, they are busy and could come up with plenty of excuses as to why there’s just not enough time in the day to come in for regular adjustments.. But- this family is so great at putting their health first. We've been taking care of Ryker since he was just a couple years old & it’s been so fun watching him turn into such a great big brother!. Carly was seen during her pregnancies, and the two littles - Big sister Jessa, and little (big) brother Grady, were each seen at just a few days old 🥰
Carly knows we’re here to help her whenever she needs – whether it be entertaining the kiddos while she’s getting adjusted, or holding a door for her as she carries in those sweet littles! Ryker & Jessa feel right at home and know exactly where the toys (& suckers) are located :) After their adjustments, the kids love to take on the Power Plate with mom!
Jed S
At his first visit, when we asked what brought him into our office, he replied “I saw the stuff you were posting about other people on Facebook and thought ‘if they can feel that good, maybe I can too’” & here he is! Sharing his own story to inspire others just like him!••
Jed first came in to Align Family Chiropractic a little over 4 months ago. He was experiencing constant neck pain, back pain, and headaches. He stated, “nothing else I had ever done, worked”. He was experiencing aches & pains that no 21-year-old should have to face. Jed decided to make a commitment to his health and his frequent visits & hard work have definitely paid off. Since seeking care, Jed has reported his neck & back pain have gone away, as well as the headaches he’s always had. His neck & back are not stiff like they used to be. He also notes that he’s sleeping better and is able to wake up ready for the day.
Jed came in because of neck & back pain, and was very surprised that after a few visits, his eye pain that he had been dealing with was finally relieved. He said, “my eyes hurt really bad. I thought I needed an eye doctor to help that. Since coming here it’s all gone! They don’t ever hurt anymore.”
Jed is thankful for the care he’s received- “It makes me enjoy going out with friends and not just staying at home because I’m tired and ache so bad”
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“I enjoy that Dr. Danaca is so friendly and cheerful every time I go in. Her staff is also very helpful, friendly, and caring. I like the people the most.”
Kristy S
Kristy is a busy farm wife, mom to 4 great boys, and spends her days chasing after kiddos at daycare! When body aches & pains were slowing her down, she knew she needed to do something. After a few gentle nudges from one of her loving boys 😊 she decided to give chiropractic a try! (speaking of her loving son – Jed shared his own testimonial with us a couple of months ago – check it out if you missed it!.) When Dr. Danaca asked what brought her into the office, Kristy said her son no longer had constant headaches after seeking care in our office, and thought it would be nice to not have constant pain.
Kristy first came in to Align Family Chiropractic about 6 months ago. She was experiencing low back pain, joint pain, and almost daily headaches!
Since seeking care, Kristy has reported her lower back is “way better”! She’s had fewer & less severe headaches – which also means, happier & a better mood!
She shared with us that the pain in her knees is much better as well! AND her jaw doesn’t hurt anymore – what a simple thing – chewing/eating. How many of us take that for granted? Kristy is so thankful that she can once again, eat pain free!
Kristy recently took a long car ride and was shocked when she got out of the vehicle, pain-free! It’s the little things!
When we asked Kristy what her favorite part of coming to AFC, she said: “The friendly staff. Helpful, caring, concerned with my health in all areas. Always willing to help with any pain problems that are new.”
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Cullen D
Cullen is a hardworking husband & father of 3 😊. He owns his own gravel business and is a very busy man. He also knows how much more work he can get done – and how much of a better father he is, when he’s feeling good!
Cullen has been a patient here at Align Family Chiropractic for over 4 years. He first came to us complaining of general back & neck pain, as well as extreme headaches. He said his headaches were all the time and so severe they would make him nauseous. It interfered with everything: working, sleeping, playing with his 5-year-old son – everything. He didn’t feel good and had a short temper because of it.
Since coming to Align Family Chiropractic, Cullen tells us he hasn’t had any headaches... “none.. at all!” He also tells us he has more energy and is a much happier person. Cullen tells us he was looking for relief with his headaches and was surprised by how much better he felt overall after seeking care. He tells us, “I sleep a lot better and wake up more well rested.”
Cullen also tells us he is more patient & a better dad. He loves playing with his children, and loves taking them 4wheeling & fishing.
Cullen tells us his favorite part of coming to AFC is the people. And when asked if he would recommend Align Family Chiropractic to his friends & family – he said “yeah I have! To lots of people!”