What Our Patients Say

What others say about chiropractic care can help you make the right health care choice. Review a selection of Natural Health & Wellness Center patient testimonials below and please email me or contact the office if you have any questions.

Health and happiness,
Dr. Christine Hoch

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I Had Extreme Pain

I’ve been a patient of Dr. Hoch’s since November 2007. I initially came because I had a kink in my neck that got to the point where I was in extreme pain. This had happened to me in the past but massage would always help. Not this time. This time I was determined to find out why this kink in my neck kept reappearing. Before coming to Natural Health and Wellness, I had a brief chiropractic experience that left me with limited temporary relief and disappointment. Even though my pain level was extreme, Dr. Hoch and her staff made my first visit comfortable and quick. I was even able to return to my job as a massage therapist that afternoon. I was impressed with how much detail Dr. Hoch went into while reviewing my x-rays and scans. I finally knew why I’d sometimes wake up and couldn’t turn my head. My cervical spine had curve loss and was subluxated. I even learned what all that means because Dr. Hoch and her staff were careful to educate me about my spine and how it affects my nervous system and essentially my entire body. She assigned exercises for me, that I still do from time to time when I feel stiff because they feel great!

So, I started seeing Dr. Hoch because my neck hurt, but through the many years of being on a maintenance program, I have noticed several positive things happening. I have less colds, I sleep well and am more rested in the morning. I used to suffer from ear infections 3- 4 times a year. They would last 7-10 days and be debilitating! In the past 5 yrs I have only had 1 ear infection. It was just a month ago and lasted 3 days with minimal irritation. I even took part in her weight loss program and lost 17 pounds! I am now working in the office assisting Dr. Hoch and am even more impressed by the quality of care she offers. Every one’s care plan is customized to meet their individual needs. I am very proud to be a part of Natural Health and Wellness.
Linda Ferguson

Chiropractic Helped My Sciatica

About 4 years ago I had sciatica. I thought it went away on its own, but recently it came back with a vengeance! The pain originated in my low back and travelled all the way down my leg. It effected my whole life and just increasingly became worse until eventually I began having weakness and tingling. I couldn’t walk straight and sleeping was impossible.

I have a Brother-in-law that deals with the side effects of back surgery so I realized I needed a more permanent fix to my problem than a few muscle relaxers and at this point invasive surgery was completely out of the question.

The Natural Heath and Wellness website was interesting and very informative. It’s what drew me in to the office. The atmosphere at Natural Health is very positive. I have learned so much from Dr. Hoch. I was recommended exercises to do at home and also was explained how to use this wonderful tool called “the stick” which has helped loosen up the muscles in my back and legs.

The exercises have helped my balance, strength, and flexibility. I have also learned the importance of icing! It’s free! And it really works. Within only a few visits my pain was manageable and my mobility improved so much. I have been under Dr. Hoch’s care receiving spinal adjustments, electrical muscle stimulation, ultrasound, and on occasion, massage for a few months and I no longer have to worry about pain. I sometimes wake up a little sore but after moving around the soreness goes away. I will continue to see Dr. Hoch on maintenance and I am careful to tell anyone who will listen about the positive experience I had at Natural Health and Wellness.
M. Frigo

I'm Finally Pain Free

I was experiencing numbness in my hip and down my leg. My medical doctor prescribed pain killers, muscle relaxers, and physical therapy. The physical therapy was four times a week and really cut into my work schedule and consequently, my wages. After many weeks of physical therapy, the numbness was worse. It was now creeping down into my foot which seemed to be causing me to be unsteady when I walked. The physical therapist then recommended me to go back to my M.D. for more medications and an additional prescription for more physical therapy.

My brother heard about the problems I was having and referred me to Natural Health and Wellness. Within two visits with Dr. Hoch the numbness was gone. Within a few weeks the pain disappeared.

Thinking back on all the time and money I wasted by following my Doctors recommendations, I listen more closely to politicians when they talk about healthcare and what a mess we will all eventually be in if things don’t change.

I am pain free and continue to see Dr. Hoch to maintain a healthy spine.
Christine Bailey

A Week Without A Headache

I broke my record…After just 2 adjustments I am headache free for a week!! That’s a new record for me- one that I’m looking forward to breaking again and again as I continue improving with my Chiropractic care. I have been living with chronic headaches for 4 years and thought that it was just something to try to adapt too, but now I know my new normal: pain free! With 6 kids, I finally put myself first and received some of the best chiropractic care. I now have so much energy with my headache-free days that my kids ask me, “Have you had coffee today, Mom? You’re the Energizer Bunny!” I love Natural Health & Wellness because they are concerned about treating the WHOLE body for total wellness. I’m telling everyone I know about Dr. Hoch’s chiropractic care, and I’m so excited for pain-free days to be my new normal.
Heather Graham

My Child Had Acid Reflux

Three month old children can’t tell you what’s wrong with them. All they can do is cry, and of course then you know something isn’t right. Before bringing my 3 month old, Chase, in to see Dr. Hoch his nickname was crabapple. I knew my child had acid reflux because he had the same symptoms as my older son. We tried 3 different medications and none of them seemed to help.

Thankfully, my friend recommended Dr. Hoch. Within a month Chase’s mood was better. He wasn’t crying all the time. He slept better and even smiled more. The first 3 months of his life was literally spent in my arms. Now he’s more a part of our family rather than my extra appendage. His older brother Heath can play with him now. I was so worried that my babysitter would have difficulty with him because he was so needy, but now with a combination of mild medications and chiropractic adjustments, I can go to work and not have to worry about whether he’s miserable. I am very pleased with my experience at Natural Health and Wellness.
-Amy Devore

My Son No Longer Suffers From Ear Infections

My baby Jack has suffered from ear infections since he was one month old and had ten in his first year of life. A good friend of mine is a chiropractor (out of state) and she recommended I find a chiropractor in my area. I had never heard of taking a baby to a chiropractor. That is how I found Dr. Hoch. Since Jack’s adjustments started, he’s been much healthier. His complexion has cleared, the ear infections have been resolved and he’s even sleeping better. He’s a very happy baby. I’m so pleased with how chiropractic has changed his life and mine.
– Baby Jack’s Mom

Sciatic Pain Cured Naturally – No Pills

I first came to see Dr. Hoch because I was having horrible, horrible sciatic pain for about 2 ½ months. I was miserable and in so much pain that I couldn’t even stand up straight. I took Advil and had no relief. I saw a MD and was prescribed pain medication, but still, no relief. I don’t even like the idea of taking medication for my pain. My mom had good results with Dr. Hoch so I decided to give chiropractic a try. I had been skeptical, but after coming here, all that changed. I learned that I had subluxations in my spine, meaning the vertebrae in my spine were misaligned. This was causing my hips to be uneven and aggravating my sciatic. I also had headaches. Within a month of receiving therapy 3 times a week, the sciatic pain dramatically subsided and the headaches got much better. I still get migraines, but they are not as intense or as often. And when I do get them, they are treated naturally; with ice and adjustments. I think differently about the medical community versus chiropractic care now. The medical community wants to push the pill. I know you don’t need medication to get better. For example, I was dealing with restless leg syndrome. An MD wanted me to take medication. Dr. Hoch told me to take iron and it worked! I have encouraged others in my family to come. It is so important to keep up with your adjustments to prevent future problems from occurring. What I am telling you is the truth. I wouldn’t be coming here for 4 years if I didn’t believe in chiropractic! - Lori Kritselis

Chiropractic is Steadily Healing Aches and Pains

I started to see Dr. Hoch for lower back pain, my neck bothered me and my feet hurt. I had been experiencing this for several years and found it bothersome and I felt exhausted mid-way thru the day. I had a friend that mentioned Dr. Hoch, but I wasn’t sure until I heard Dr. Hoch speak at an Herb Guild. I found her pleasant and interesting as she not only treated patients by chiropractic but also how she spoke and believed in natural remedies. I may not be able to remember my exact diagnosis but I sure new my spine needed help by her exam and x-ray finding. As I had been to a chiropractor before, I knew what to expect and followed Dr. Hoch’s recommended treatment plan to experience relief around the third week of care. I also had a sciatic nerve problem with my right hip. Dr. Hoch took the time to address it and today it is about 90% fixed. I realize that you can’t fix something overnight when it is a problem you have had for many years. Slowly but surely, it is being resolved. Dr. Hoch even preformed the Bio Energetic Synchronization Technique (also known as Best Technique) on me which I enjoyed. The staff is polite and respectful and I plan on continuing chiropractic care to maintain what changes I have made to keep me pain free and feeling well. - Kathy Tovey