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Dr. richard r. Shaker's Testimonials

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Agonizing Immobilising Sciatic Pain

"Dr. Shaker literally gave me my life back! As a competitive a mature ballroom dancer, I had been sidelined for almost a year due to increasingly agonising and immobilising sciatic pain. I had tried traditional chiropractic care, therapeutic massage, acupuncture, and pain management injections, none of which provided a solution for me. I had even been referenced to a neurosurgeon and was so desperate for relief that I was actually considering surgery. Thank goodness I heard about Dr. Shaker before meeting with the surgeon! Under Dr. Shaker’s care, I was back on the dance floor within weeks, feeling so much better, and, once again, enjoying the freedom of movement-PAIN FREE! His knowledge of Trigenics®, expertise in the body mind connection and experience in treating all types of injuries put him in a league of his own. I have and will continue to recommend him to anyone seeking real answers for quick, true, and lasting pain relief. Dr. Shaker…you ROCK!"

- Deborah Alberti, Ballroom Dancer
Shoulder Pain and Knee Pain

"Dr. Shaker, “thanks for getting me ready.”
Tim Tebow after the loss to Mississippi, Tebow and the Gators went on to win the national championship 2008.

- Tim Tebow, NFL Quaterback
Chronic Back Pain and Neck Pain

"I have been a patient of Dr. Shaker for 5 years. He has enriched my life and I am now on a road to good health. When I began my visits, I suffered from back and neck pain. At that point, I thought I just had to live with the pain. However, after just a few visits, I felt so much better. Dr. Shaker has also cured me of my plantar fasciitis. I can now get out of bed in the morning with no pain on my feet. Since Dr. Shaker has been so successful in helping me in the past, I posed him with a challenge. My whole life I had suffered with motion sickness. I could not take a plane without major medication, which made me very sleepy. My children live in Chicago, so I travel a great deal. I needed my motion sickness problem to be solved. Dr. Shaker applied the cold laser therapy to my ear and in about 4 easy and painless applications; I no longer suffer when I fly. I experienced no side effects and it has been over 3 years that turbulence no longer affects me. I was even able to experience Soarin at Epcot, which was an opportunity I could not take part in before my treatment. I was so excited that during my first ride, I kept on shouting for all to hear. Thank you, Dr. Shaker I was elated after I could experience this and many more with my family!"

- Mary Farina, Tampa Resident
Sports Injury Pain

"Last season I was referred to Dr. Shaker by my teammates Brian Kelly and Ryan Nece. Unfortunately, I didn’t take their advice. My injuries continued to pile up – resulting in 2 surgeries.I finally came to Dr. Shaker in Feb. ’06 as a last resort. At the time, I was unable to reach out with my left arm without pain. I had excrutiating pain in my left toe and was not able to extend my Right knee completely. I could not squat my own body weight without pain. I was unable to jog or workout. I had been treated for an alleged ‘turf toe’, for which I had received no relief. After treatment by Dr. Shaker my injuries were improved.I am currently treating with Dr. Shaker 2 times per week to prepare for the upcoming season. I feel confident that with his help, I will be back at 100%. I feel he has saved and prolonged my career."

- Michael Clayton, NFL 3rd all-time leading receiver
Joint and Tissue Sports Injury Pain

"As we get out of our youthful prime and still want to strive for greatness, aches, pains, and injuries happen. Do you think it’s gonna stop this girl–Hell no!! Just have to call in the reinforcements…Dr Shaker, What an amazing skill he has (and all the crazy & wonderful state-of-the art tools he uses to accomplish GREATNESS). He whipped me right into shape w/in weeks. Now I’m back, stronger than ever and feeling Fantastic all because of Dr Shaker. I love training, in particularly in weight training. Over the year, I developed serve injuries that prevented me from training to my highest potential. One injury, a radial nerve entrapment in my right arm hindered me from training my upper body, not to mention causing excruciating sharp pain during movement. As a nurse anesthetist I have access to many doctors and therapists, none were able to help. Thank you Dr.Shaker and your use of the amazing Trigenics System that prevented me from having surgery. Any of you out there that have any type of joint, or tissue injury and you want to avoid surgery, I highly recommend Dr Richard Shaker. Go to drshaker.com to check him out!"

- Lori Carollo, Nurse Anesthetist
Knee Pain and Severe Achilles Tendonitis Pain

"I was referred to Dr. Shaker by several of my teammates, including Brian Kelly. At the time, I could not play because my knee was clicking and I suffered from severe achilles tendonitis. After treatment by Dr. Shaker, I am currently pain free. I am so impressed with his abilities that I refer my family and colleagues."

- Dexter Jackson, NFL Superbowl XXXVII MVP
Immobilizing Pain

Dave Mathews' Band contacted our office prior to his performance at the Ford Amphitheater here in Tampa. They informed Dr. Shaker that Dave was laying flat on his back and his performance was in huge jeopardy. Thankfully Dr. Shaker got him up and walking and Dave was able to perform for the Tampa community that night.

- Dave Mathews, Musician
Prevention and Maintenance as a Pro Athlete

"I’ve been treating with Dr. Shaker since 1997 when I was with the Buccaneers. Now with the Atlanta Falcons I still seek Dr. Shaker’s expertise whenever I’m not feeling 110%. Over the course of my career Dr. Shaker has consistently got me back on the field."

- Warrick Dunn, NFL Pro Bowl Running Back
Neck, Shoulder, Lower Back, Ankles and Feet

"I have been treating with Dr. Shaker exclusively for the past 4 seasons. He has fixed my neck, shoulder, lower back, hips, knees, ankles and feet. Without his assistance and care, I may not be playing today. Currently, Dr. Shaker also cares for my wife and 3 children. We continue to refer our family and friends to him."

- Brian Kelly, NFL Defensive Back
Prevention and Maintenance as a Pro Athlete

"I have been treating with Dr. Shaker since 1990 and I have since retired from the Carolina Panthers. The care and treatment of Dr. Shaker assisted me in my long productive career in the NFL. When I was still playing with the Panthers, I traveled to Tampa to be treated by Dr. Shaker."

- Mark Carrier, NFL All-time leading Receiver
Prevention and Maintenance as a Pro Athlete

"I met Dr. Shaker when we were both still playing baseball in college in 1983. Since that time. During my 15 year pro baseball career I have been treated by a plethora of specialists in both the US and Japan."

- Orestes Destrade, New York Yankees (shown with Don Mattingly)
Prevention and Maintenance as a Pro Athlete

"I have been treating with Doctor Shaker since 1990. I have referred my family, friends, and colleagues to him for the past 17 years. He has helped manage many of my ailments during my career. Currently, he is keeping my neck and shoulders healthy. Thanks Doc for all of your help!"

- Ricky Reynolds, Tampa Bay Buccaneer & New England Patriot Defensive Back
Osteitis Pubis (Pelvic Pain) and Shoulder Pain

"For years I have had to overcome chronic and painful, Osteitis pubis (pelvic pain). This condition has significantly slowed me down, and led to compensation shoulder condition. My physical condition was so bad this year, (2008) I may have had to retire. I have been to several specialists over the past 5 years; none have helped. My teammate, Greg Dobbs referred me to Dr. Shaker. R. Shaker watched me walk, and then treated me. After one treatment, I felt an immediate relief in my pelvis and my gait improved. After six sessions I began to move and sprint like my old self. Dr. Shaker also fixed my shoulder. Thanks Doc for resurrecting my career!"

- Jason Werth, Philladelphia Phillies
Herniated Disks and Other Pain

"10/10 recommend using Dr. Shaker as your personal chiropractor. For starters he is a great guy, is very serious about getting your problem better in a timely fashion, and has great techniques that I have not seen other chiropractors use. I have two herniated disks in my back along with a bunch of other problems and Dr. Shaker was able to help me to where i am now able to get back on the field."

- Julian Bombart, Student Athlete
Ankle Injury

"After my ankle injury, I never thought that I would be able to get back to my full potential on the field. With the help from Dr. Shaker I’m able to regain my confidence and my ankle feels better than it’s ever felt! I would definitely go see him if you have any pain in your joints or muscles. Thanks Doc!"

- Jessica Warren, Student Athlete

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