Thank you so much for the changes you have made in my life! I had never considered seeing a chiropractor before, thinking my General Practitioner could address any health needs that came up. When I came to your clinic last month, my hip was in terrible pain. Both shoulders were aching and my back ached (all the time). After learning my history and through x-rays, you discovered something that well may have occurred when I was two. After we spoke, so many things finally made sense as I looked back over 50+ years of aches nd pains. We have a Wii Fit; you begin by standing on the board as it measures your BMI, weight, and determines your center of balance. My balance was always far to the left; you discovered my right side was shorter……now, because of my sessions with you my balance is spot on center! The Wii also does balance tests. The last time I took one of the tests my balance was 34% ~ last week it was 97%! I have more energy; I walk straighter, taller; I am virtually pain free for the first time in over 50 years! I would recommend your clinic to anyone! Your staff are always there with a smile and kind, caring words. Coming to see you that day was one of the best decisions I ever made! Thanks again. Sincerely, Debbie Colgrove, Grace UMC
To whom it may concern:
After more than 35 years of chiropractic care, I have come to regard such care as my first line of defense in maintaining an active life. Dr Joel Durham understands this, and works with me to acheive a level of physical well-being unusual for my age. Having been treated by chiropractors in many parts of the United States, I am convinced that Dr Joel is among the leaders in the field!
Thanks, Joy Lanoue
Thanks for always taking such great care of us both through the years!
Kelly and Willadene Holmes, Madison County Fire Chief, 50+ years
Dr. Joel,
I want to first thank you and your staff for being so good to me and making me feel very welcome and comfortable! I've been going to other chiropractors for over 9 years and you were the only one who really helped me. Not only did you do adjustments that were crucial and specific, you also gave me advice on things to do myself at home to help my areas of concern. All that together has helped me to feel better than I have in a long time. My job is very physical and you have helped me stay well in order to continue to work.
You do what you say you do "Improving the Quality of Lives".
I recommend you to anyone and everyone! You are truly a blessing to me and I am very thankful.
Thanks again, Suzanne Istvanko
Why do I choose Dr. Joel Durham as our family chiropractor? Dr. Joel is very knowledgeable of his profession and keeps up to date by attending workshops, seminars, and classes. I feel that if he does not know the best procedure he will ask someone he trusts to be more knowing in that area.
Although he makes sure you do not have a long wait time during your visits he still plans enough time to counsel with you and answer any questions you may have. I never feel rushed when I am in his office and he encourages questions I may have. Whereas I have felt very rushed in other doctor offices and as if I am part of a revolving assembly line. He is very thorough during examinations and patient.
He also accommodates emergency situations without pushing scheduled patients behind. Twice last year I called the office early in the day because my son could not turn his head and they had me bring him right in, worked on him, and got me back to work within forty-five minutes. I have also called Dr. Joel after hours on several occasions because of injuries our son’s have endured and he immediately brings them in to X-ray them. This has saved us a lot of time and money by not going to the emergency room. I never feel he is out to make a ‘buck’ and schedule unnecessary procedures or tests.
I have and will continue to recommend him to friends, family, and strangers. He is an excellent doctor and very personable. I have found these two things hard to find in one doctor.
Robbi Ashbaugh, Northside HS Educator
I have been seeing Dr. Joel for more than 10 years. I have numerous muscle/joint issues and he keeps me going! I recommend Joel to everyone, not only for his talent in adjusting and keeping my body on track for healing, but also for his compassion and professionalism. It is often a challenge to find a Dr. that truly cares for your individual situation. In Dr Joel, you will find that. Once you see Dr Joel for an adjustment, you will remain under his care. You won't find a better Chiropractor! So, to you Dr Joel, I say thanks-for your humor, your compassion and your healing hands! Last, but certainly not least, Dr Joel's staff follows in his shoes in the way they care, showing compassion, and their prefessionalism. There you go, Joel. Thank you for everything. Melissa
aO'Siyo(Hello) Dr. Joel and Staff,
I just wanted to thank each and every one of you for the wonderful care you have been giving me since I started coming to your office.I had been contemplating Chiropratic care for several years. As you all know, I have my share of aches and pains, including, as I call them, 'the rytises' - Arthur, Osteo and Rheuma - along with some other medical problems, and I'm not one that blindly accepts recommendations, or takes prescription medication for my ailments. In the past I have been put on medications to 'help me' with these things which instead caused me to have some pretty serious side effects which then caused more prescriptions and/or tests for those side effects, becoming a vicious cycle and I finally said enough is enough!
My mother-in-law and brother-in-law are both patients at your clinic and speak very highly of you so I finally decided to take that first step and come in for a consultation. You all made me feel so welcome and were so friendly and personable from the very first minute I walked through your door. Dr. Joel, when you came in to speak with me and discuss my problems, I felt we 'clicked' immediately and I knew right then I was in good hands! You told me exactly what you planned on doing; that you not only would help me with my aches and pains by providing me with Chiropractic care, but guide me with exercise plans and diet. You further explained that this is not 'just adjustments' but would include me accepting the fact that I would have to become involved and change other things in my life - with your help - to enable me to feel better. I have been coming to see you for approximately a month now and I must say that I already feel better than I have in years! I look forward to each appointment; not only for my adjustments and other therapy, but also learning new things from you that I can do outside of your office to help me continue on my path to better health without prescription medication.I only wish I had taken that first step years ago!
Wado(Thank you)!
Dawn Winbush
With sincere thanks to Dr. Joel,
After total knee replacement in 2006, I found myself in excruciating low back pain and unable to perform in my Physical Therapy sessions. One week after my initial surgery I called Durham Chiropractic Clinic hoping for even minimal relief of this pain to, at least, be able to tolerate my treatments. To my surprise, after the first session with Dr. Joel my low back pain had decreased enough that I was able to complete a treatment with less pain and tolerate one to two hours on the continuous passive motion machine. I continued to have weekly sessions with Dr. Joel and was able to endure one month of extensive out patient Physical Therapy for my knee and was well enough to return to work three weeks after my surgery. WOW!!!!!!! This has totally changed my life and my energy level has almost doubled. Three years later, I continue to have monthly sessions with Dr. Joel, and I have never felt better. I appreciate the hard work that Dr. Joel and his fabulous staff provide daily to all those with pain. If you are one of those who has always been skeptical of this alternative healthcare, but you are in pain and on continual medication, please let Dr. Joel help to turn your life around and live healthier. Thank you Dr. Joel for everything you have done for me. You’re the BEST!!! Becki B, Physical Therapy Assistant
Dr Joel,
Thanks for your help all these years keeping me going!
Your friend in Christ, Phil Cearley
1st place 2009 NASA TN State Powerlifting Champ, TN record holder, age 50-54, 260lb class
I returned home to see Dr. Joel after becoming dissatisfied with the care that I received in Memphis. I now drive to Jackson on a regular basis to receive adjustments and to talk with Dr. Joel about changes in my health and lifestyle. He is always interested in my needs and I am very pleased with the results. It's worth every minute to receive the best in chiropractic care.
Steve Crossnoe, Attorney
Dr. Joel,
Great improvement...feeling much better.
Thanks again, Dr. John Nelson, Dentist
Experiencing neck and shoulder pain, I grew tired of analgesics and sought
help. Dr. Durham evaluated me and not only explained my problem, he included
me in the care of my neck. He gave me exercises to do at home that expedited
my recovery. I continue to use Dr. Durham because his approach is to partner
with me in taking care of my health in a natural way.
Tina Taylor BSN, RN, CCM
As any collegiate athlete knows, sports injuries are inevitable. Back injuries are some of the most painful, persistent, and debilitating for a soccer player. However, Dr. Durham was able to significantly reduce my pain in only a few intensive sessions, diagnose and correct a long-standing vertebral misalignment issue, and provide training techniques to prevent reccurance. In a only a few weeks, Dr. Durham was able to get me back to 100% on the soccer field. Thanks for everything!!
Caiden Barcomb, Lambuth girls soccer team
“My Name is Jason; I wanted to take the time to thank Dr. Joel Durham and his staff. I was fortunate to have been referred to Dr. Joel by a friend of the family. I currently work in the country of Iraq with a Security Contracting company that does High Threat Protection/Diplomatic Security for the U.S. Department of State. My job requires me to wear approximately an extra 40lbs. of body armor and spend a lot of time on my feet. Before that I spent 12 years in the U.S. Marine Corps Infantry, so it would be safe to say my back has taken a beating over the years. With my job I usually get to spend only 1 or 2 months out of a year back in the United States which puts me on a very limited schedule when I am home. Dr. Joel and his staff worked diligently with my schedule while I was home so I could be seen and treated. I received timely and effective services from Dr. Joel and his staff. I have not had any problems with my back since being back here. I have used the stretches we talked about and I have paid more attention to my posture. I will be talking to you soon. I would like to say thank you and how much I appreciate you for improving my quality of life.” Jason, Protective Security Specialist / WPPS High Threat Protection, Iraq
I am college baseball player at
Union
University
. During the fall term at Union my day consisted of weights, classes, and conditioning. The first few weeks went by pretty smooth, but I felt my body wearing down. I began to rely on my back to get me through weights and conditioning. That only lasted a short time before I would wake up with a sharp pain in my lower back. It was miserable sitting through hours of classes and still continuing to lift weights and condition. I was a freshman and trying to earn a spot in the pitching rotation. I couldn’t take a day off. That’s when I was referred to Dr. Durham by our trainer. My first visit was over my Christmas break, he took x-rays to determine what was causing the pain and then began adjusting my lower back to get it back to normal. He gave me easy exercises I could do in minutes to strengthen my back and he continued working to get rid of the pain and keep it away. Today, I am pain free and continue to go to Dr. Durham about once a month to keep my back perfectly aligned and pain free. Jeremey Stack, (Starting!) Freshman pitcher
Union
University
Dr. Joel, Thanks for making your site available so I can formally thank you for improving my quality of life. You and your staff have always been professional, accommodating, and have a genuine caring spirit for your patients. I am so thankful I found you!
Judy Arrington, R.N.
Nurse Clinician/Community Education
Women & Children's Center
Jackson-Madison County General Hospital
Dr. Durham,
Thanks a bunch for taking care of my back!
MS. AMERICA 2006, Jennifer Berry, Tulsa Oklahoma
I was referred to Dr. Joel by one of Union's trainers as well as one of their orthopedic surgeons. I was sent for evaluation of a hip and groin problem which kept me from my game of soccer. I was able to return and compete in a reasonable timeframe without limitations to my abilities. Thanks. Brendan Crozier, IRELAND
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
I have known Dr. Joel Durham, a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician, both personally and professionally for about 10 years. I have found Dr. Durham to be a health care professional with the highest itregrity , ethics, amd moral values that are beyond reproach. I have not only been in the health care field myself for several years, but I have been a patient of Dr. Durham for several years also. Due to some clinical issues I have personally experienced, Dr. Durham, through his very kind and professional services, has certainy enhanced the quality of my life immensely. I have recommended him to many of my family members and professional associates as well. Dr. Durham, his assistants and office staff, are, in my opinion, definitely assests to the health care profession and our community.
Nelda Davis, BS, NASW, ACLF, NAPW
CEO and President
Nelda Davis Consultant Services
I am a 54 year old female, that works for the phone company.
I wear a tool belt, climb latter's, and work in all kinds of
Positions, so my back needs to be healthy.
When I first came to see Dr. Joel, I was in so much pain it was hard to sit, walk or even lay down. The pain was in my lower back, going down my to my right leg. After just a couple of visits I started to feel better. Dr. Joel explained all the adjustments he made on my back and was very caring. I am now on a maintenance plan, where I see Dr. Joel once a month, and I feel great. Dr. Joel I want to thank you and your staff for getting me back on track. Olivia Murley, AT&T Electronic Technician
I first visited Dr. Durham because my left hand , arm, shoulder, and back were burning literally all day from a pinched nerve. My range of motion for my neck side to side was extremely limited. During the previous months I had tried with some success deep tissue massages and reflex therapy, yet the burning returned and eventually worsened.
When Dr. Durham examined me he discovered my neck was in the early stages of fusing together. Not good. This was the long term consequence of a motorcycle accident I had been involved in 13 years earlier in my days as a Bible Translator in a remote village in West Africa. He likened my condition to a rusted hinge on an old barn door. He explained that if we were successful with his treatments and my willingness to correct my posture and tweak my fitness routine, then I would regain range of motion in my neck and relieve pressure on the nerve, eliminating the burning in my arm and back. I also needed to correct the ergonomics of my computer screen and keyboard in my office. Easily done, since I work from home.
Dr. Joel worked with me for several weeks, and I took his advice in adjusting my workouts to strengthen and stretch appropriate muscles as he did the loosening of the old barn hinge – my neck. The bottom line? I am now pain free and have full range of motion in my neck. I’ve made a great new friend and love maintaining a new level of health , fitness and mobility by visiting Joel every couple of months. Was it worth it? Is it worth it? I’ve got my wife and kids lined up to join me at Durham Chiropractic, so you’ll have to get behind us for your appointment!
Leon Hoover
Director, Harvest Time Encounters
Missions Director, Encounters Network
After moving to Jackson several months ago, I was experiencing severe neck and lower back pain. My friend and co-worker, who has severe scoliosis, referred me to Dr Joel Durham. Within a few visits my pain was gone and I felt like a new person. He sat down and took an extensive history so he knew exactly where my pain was and how to treat it. He is an excellent chiropractor with a wonderful bedside manner who cares about his patients total well being. He never seems rushed and spends time addressing any concerns or issues that I may have. His office staff is very competent, friendly, and willing to help in any way. At Jackson Madison County General Hospital, my schedule has often been unpredictable and they have been more than willing to accommodate me and work me in when necessary. I am thankful to have found Dr. Joel Durham!
Twila Curtice, Nurse Anesthetist
I am a cancer survivor now in remission. I’m thankful for each day and the wonderful things in my life that God has blessed me. Why does it take a tragic happening to make us realize that we are not in control? Everything I do is at a greater risk and I find it very hard to change old habits. Example: For the past 6 weeks I have been experiencing lower pain on the left side of my pelvic. I don’t have any idea just what I did to cause this problem. But it got to where I was unable to do normal activities. The pain was so severe that I was barely able to get around. It hurt to walk, sit, rise, or even lay down. After four days of taking Extra Strength Tylenol and trying to mend, I finally decided to make an appointment with Dr. Joel Durham, a Chiropractor, who had treated me in the past. Dr. Durham not only did adjustments but taught me how to turn, rise from a chair, and put on my shoes. The changes lessened the pain. Apparently my injury had caused inflammation and swelling that was pressing on the sciatic nerve. After seven visits and many hours of ice packs, I am feeling almost normal again. Thank you… There are many good things that I could say about Dr. Durham but the ones that mean the most to me is his genuine concern for me as an individual and his Christian attitude. I would highly recommend him to anyone. Joan Garner
I am a 27 year old female who has spent the last three years battling insomnia, symptoms of depression, and fibromyalgia. My body ached consistently and no matter what I did the pain would not go away. I attempted various prescription medications, sleeping pills, buying a new bed, visiting a masseur up to once a week, and still experienced sore muscles and pain all day. I was referred to Dr. Joel by my family physician and within the first week I was sleeping through the night and woke up the next morning with no pain. For once in three years I felt my age, and I would like to thank Dr. Joel and his lovely staff for their assistance. I’ve also received very useful education through the website, and Dr. Joel’s teaching. He is now preparing me to learn how to keep my body in top condition for something I never dreamed possible, pregnancy!!!!!! Thank you all very much!
A Very Grateful Patient, Tinisha Schmidt, Area Relief Ministries
Dear Dr. Joel and Staff,
I was thrilled to finally have a forum to formally thank all of you for keeping me walking. I am sure that without Dr. Joel's knowledgeable expertise and counsel, I would be unable to work and possibly unable to walk. Although we haven't been able to completely eradicate the pain, it is being held at a manageable level and I am still gainfully employed.
I was referred to Dr. Joel by my family physician. Hi praise indeed! And, I have been nothing but thoroughly pleased ever since. A reoccurring theme in all of the postings is the personal touch you feel from him and all of his staff. They have become like a second family only better. Finding time to fit you in is an everyday occurrence. And when I fell at work and immediately came to his office at lunch time, everyone made time for me.
Thank you all from the bottom of my heart. May your practice, and this site, flourish and grow.
Sincerely, Debby Perry, a very happy patient !
My name is Wilda and I am 56 years old. I am a manager with a fortune 500 company that involves a lot of stress. I am responsible for 140 employees. I visit Dr. Joel every three weeks. The visits to Dr. Joel help to keep me relaxed and relieve the pressure from my two bulging disks. I could not be as productive without care from Dr. Joel and highly recommend him and encourage regular chiropractic visits to sustain good health.
Dr. Joel,
Just want to thank you and your staff for working with me on unscheduled days. You all have been so very considerate of my well being. Thank you, Dr. Joel, for being a friend as well as a doctor. You are greatly appreciated. You are very professional at what you do. Thank you so very much for fixing me.
Your friend, Jeff Haynes
After hurting my back, the pain I experienced outweighed my fears and anxiety of going to a chiropractor. The staff at Dr. Durham's clinic was so compassionate and easy to talk to about my problem. Dr. Durham was very patient and eased my concerns with his experience and knowledge of spinal problems. In less than two weeks after my injury, I'm feeling almost "normal" again and the pain is gone in my back. I've also learned ways to prevent this from happening again. Thank you. Gina Sims, RN BSN
My husband is a fairly large and strong man. We knew that Dr. Joel could keep him adjusted and handle his size. Since then, we have come to know him as a truly caring doctor who puts his patients' health ahead of paperwork and billing. He is a true asset to his field. Alice Rhea
I had hurt my back one morning before Christmas. My co-worker recommended Dr. Joel. He put my care before my being able to pay. I was up and walking by Christmas. Dr. Joel is a great chiropractor. Ashley Gray
I highly recommend Dr. Joel to anyone. He takes time with each individual and does not rush with you. He offers many options and suggestions for healing. I have been blessed to go from three visits a week to every other week. This has transpired in a very short period. His staff is wonderful and makes you feel right at home. I can't say enough but give them a call! Teresa Summar
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