The flexiblilty and strength of a healthy spine is a curvy weight bearing support for your body, much in the same way as this suspension bridge moves and yet supports those persons who
walk across it's wooden slats or beams.
When we bend, lift, run, twist, jump, sit, stand, play sports, turn our heads, move... we apply forces to our spine and its' moving parts and supportive ligaments.
To maintain our best form, it is important that we preserve normal spinal alignment to prevent irritation of our spinal cord and nerves, which are housed inside the spine and skull.
Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, Co. Antrim
Did You Know?
Chiropractic is the third largest doctoral level health care profession after medicine and dentistry.
The nervous system controls your body. When chiropractic joint dysfunction interferes with normal nerve function, it creates "dis-ease" (loss of body harmony).
Although this condition can be painless, it can cause damage if it remains undetected or uncorrected, and can lead to gradual erosion of health and well being.
Mr. Edward Dugan, Office Manager Cool Green Planet -
Chiropractic Café
Bristol
Eddie completed a basic Certificate in Radiography in 2005, broadening his knowledge base and providing him another tool to add to the resources of our practice.
Additionally, to further ground him as a chiropractic office manager, he has attended on a non-medical basis, over 250+ hours of Chiropractic Continuing Education.
An excellent carer of people, Eddie was awarded the William Keown Trust Outstanding Carers Award for his excellent caring skills and service to another member of humanity. His smile will greet you over and over again, and he will strive to make you feel welcome!
Disclaimer:
Below are listed a few patient testimonials, which are given with each patient's express consent, and are written in an informal format.
Patient experiences and the doctor's clinical judgment are two of three parts of what comprises Evidence Based Practice.
In sharing these testimonials, patients or prospective patients should understand that the efficacy of a patient's response to chiropractic care varies from individual to individual and from chiropractor to chiropractor, and this does not constitute in any way a promise of results for another patient,
though we experience a very high patient satisfaction ratio in our clinic.
Contact us if you have further questions about how we may help you or a family member, friend, or associate.
Patient Testimonials
Many people wait to seek care until they have severe pain and then look for an effective treatment to rid themselves of the pain. The message is Don't Wait - get yourself under chiropractic care now for more ease and to avoid a longer recovery.
Sometimes by the time people reach the chiropractor they have tried many other forms of treatment and still suffer from the pain. That was the case for Cheryl Orr H., a patient of Leah Remeika-Dugan.
Here is her story...
"I had suffered from a pain in my neck and shoulders for about two years and had tried the usual routes through the doctor and physio etc. but to no avail for me.
Then my brother recommended Leah Remeika Dugan, as he was a patient under her regular care and said it really helped him.
From the first appointment, I felt comfortable with Leah, although chiropractic was all new for me. I noticed an improvement from the outset not just in my neck and shoulders but I felt a release in my whole frame when I was walking or sitting down or gardening and even horse riding.
Previously, if I had over done things my back would have went into a spasm and stuck so I couldn't straighten up. I have never experienced that again since I began chiropractic care.
I was also privileged to meet Leah's husband Eddie, who is a real asset and support to her within the business. They both make you feel very welcome, and I can assure you, you wouldn't experience anything else quite like their service and care!!!"
- Ms. Cheryl Orr H.
Testimonial -
Danny Hughes, University student/Ex-Professional
& Current Footballer, AFC Telford
"I used to frequently have a stiff back and the spinal fixations caused more pain that was often confused with muscle tears before I came to this clinic. I missed alot of football with these suspected muscle tears - when once I came here this chiropractor quickly had it sorted out.
This chiropractor is unique in that she got to the bottom of it quickly. Dr Leah starts with a great exam and chiropractic care right away, minimising the lost time in football and lifestyle stuff.
My back is less stiff and my nerves are in better shape - which has allowed me to play more football, and I do so at a much faster pace.
Also, Dr Leah actually cares about the well being of her patients, and calls to see if I'm okay in between sessions. I feel well looked after.
I spend a good bit of my time both as a student and footballer in Birmingham now, but I still prefer to travel to Bristol to see her for my chiropractic care.."
- Danny Hughes, age 20, Nailsea Bristol, Currently in Birmingham, August 2010
Testimonial - Paula Mahon, MBE , Ardglass, Co. Down, UK
"I want to express my gratitude to Leah Remeika-Dugan for all that she has done for my wellbeing and that of my family. I would particularly like to thank her for helping my daughter Kate who was left with no feeling in her legs from her waist to her knees and severe headaches.
Spending considerable time in hospital and being subjected to all sorts of medical tests including MRI scans and lumber punctures, Kate's condition still baffled her doctors.
For a considerable length of time she was given increasingly stronger drugs for her headaches and missed so much schooling. One visit to Leah improved her condition and within a couple of visits the feeling returned to her legs and her headaches cleared up. I have total faith in Leah Remeika Dugan, her treatment plans, and her outstanding professionalism.
Over the period of time that I have known her, I have also gotten to know her husband Edward who is a wonderful person and who is very supportive of her and all her work. They are without a doubt a perfect couple who support each other. When Edward was ill, Leah was quick to recognise the symptoms and ensured he got the best medical care, and without her care and quick action and that of his surgeon, he may not be alive today.
I believe that people are very lucky to find her and be under her chiropractic care and that they make a great team both professionally and personally."
- Paula Mahon, MBE, April 2006
"Cool Green Planet is a very good chiropractor clinic. I went there having the worst back pain I had for years, and in 3-4 sessions I was pain free. Now I visit Dr Dugan once a month and thankfully my back is in good condition ever since."
- Sylvester Yee - Wooton-under-Edge, Cotswolds, England July 2009
Testimonial - Sylvia Powell, Patchway, Bristol
"Before coming to Cool Green Planet Chiropractic Café, I was suffering from arthritis in my thumb, knee and left foot. I had lower back pain and stiffness, causing me to walk leaning to one side with a slight limp.
Walking upstairs was a bit painful. I found it easier at home up the stairs going on all fours - any pressure on my foot and knee caused pain.
I just find the whole experience quite incredible and relief of my pain is amazing. I no longer need my painkillers. The constant pain in my thumb was, at times, reducing me to tears, and keeping me awake.
Since seeing Leah I can open my thumb to full capacity and the pain is no longer continual. Leah seems to listen more to where you have a problem and treats you like a person and not a condition to be treated."
- S. Powell, October 2009
"I want to express my thanks to Leah Remeika-Dugan for her valuable chiropractic care. It was unique to me, as I have never experienced this kind of treatment before... and the pain was reduced straight away and has never come back as I kept up with the chiropractic care.
I was suffering from chronic backache, even sleeping in bed hurt. It meant that I had to keep straight at all times, walking, turning, sitting were all uncomfortable, and as I was training for the Marathon, it meant that I was missing out on training runs.
I had no more problems with my back from the initial adjustment and after a few months of treatment, I ran the Marathon in under 4 hours... (I was pleased and any running injuries I picked up from training (and I had a few) were alleviated by the treatments I was receiving).
The chiropractic care also made a dramatic difference to my sinus problems which have always been the bane of my life... and now I have no problems at night with my sinuses - like I used to do.
Each time I went for chiropractic care, it followed on from the last visit, but also any new pains or discomfort was taken into account and dealt with.
I mean everything I said in the testimonial, her chiropractic care made a huge positive difference to my health."
- Trudi Collins, age 34, Civil Servant, Bristol UK, December 2009
Testimonial - Gareth Browing, Colin Appleby, Football Players, Bristol
I intend to keep coming in for chiropractic care with Dr. Leah because it keeps me fit for football! We have both referred several others to her as well.
Gareth Browning - Bristol
I want to make chiropractic care a regular part of my regimen to prevent injuries and to improve my performance in football. I feel I have got quicker when playing, and little to no injuries compared to the season before.
Colin Appleby - Bristol
Thanks for all of your help! 2010 Champions, Bristol Downs League & Norman Hardy Cup, Gareth & Colin
Testimonial - Robert Lennon, electrician, skilled tradesman
"As far as I'm concerned Leah Remeika Dugan is 100%. I am one very satisfied and loyal chiropractic patient. When I came to her I wasn't walking, I was waddling, and now I know I should never have waited so long. It was down to my knees and I felt it in my hips, but I didn't even know it was coming from my spine and nerves. I've had a lot of experience trying to get treatment, and her chiropractic treatment is 100% bar none. I've told hundreds of others the same thing and I've sent loads of people to her - go to her (Leah Remeika-Dugan), definitely!"
- Robert L., 2008
Testimonial - Ron S., Little Stoke, Bristol, age 69
Dr. Leah, patient Ron S., and Eddie (Practice Manager)
"When I came to Leah Remeika-Dugan this year, I had severe pain and numbness down the whole of my right leg and foot, and I had a shaking tremor all in my body. It was so painful when walking and painful and energy draining when standing for long periods of time.
I did go to try and get help previously (nine years ago) when I was 60. I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, I was told that I probably also had arthritis of the spine. I was not given much help to overcome this, but I myself changed my diet several years ago, and I refused to take recommended drugs.
My dietary changes helped me to overcome most of the rheumatoid symptoms in the joints, but I still had joint problems which were preventing me from fully enjoying my activities, as described at the beginning.
Leah's unique approach gave me confidence and faith that something could be done for me, by her professional approach and technique. She adjusts me when I come to my appointments, my life has improved, as the pain has been greatly reduced and I can now walk much faster and without a lot of pain. Also, importantly, the tremor I had in the body has been removed."
- Ron S., Little Stoke, Bristol, September 2009
Testimonial - Kenneth Parke
"On the 31 May 2000 I had an accident. When I was at work, I fell five meters off a lorry directly on my feet, the pain shot into me straightaway. As I lay the pain got worse in my low back and feet, and I felt so bad. Since then I've had six orthopaedic surgeries, so I am very wary of who I let touch me. I was recommended to get a morphine implant into my spine, but instead I began a course of chiropractic treatment with Dr Remeika-Dugan. After a thorough exam the treatment began, I felt the treatment was very very good, and I felt great relief when I saw her, every week building on the previous week and improving. I also had pain injections into my spine, which for me was no success. My best results came from my chiropractic treatment with Dr Remeika-Dugan, who I heartily recommend. She also gave me rehab exercises for my back, which helped keep me right, but in my case her chiropractic care remained the key to controlling my unbearable pain."
- Ken P. Co. Down, UK, December 2008
Testimonial - Kerry Tessler, Bristol
"I would recommend this practice to anyone.
I've been under their care for some months now, and wish I hadn't left it so long. Damage I did in my sporting youth has had a big impact on my spine/neck health and Dr Leah has been working her magic to put it right.
I would recommend her to anyone in need of an excellent chiropractor. Their care is beyond a 'paid-for' service, your welfare is their primary concern. Five stars given."
- Kerry Tessler, Business Development Specialist, Bristol, May 2010
Testimonial - Craig N., Staple Hill, Bristol
"I first came to see Dugan in the summer of 2009. A few years back I fell off a ladder and split my head wide open. When I came to see her I was very painful in all areas of my back, and after what happened to me I was very limited as to what I could do. In her clinic, I am very amazed what she could move without an operation and with no real discomfort to me. My life has drastically improved, my family are so glad about the changes in me and how she has helped me. Also, another family member comes here now and is greatly helped as well. Coming to her clinic makes me pain free a lot longer and also makes my life a lot easier."
- Craig N., Staple Hill, Bristol, August 2009
Testimonial - George M.
"In the autumn of 2002 I started to experience pain in my lower back. I had never felt anything like it before. I had often heard about back pain and ordinary medicine not being able to find a satisfactory remedy and so I decided to look for an alternative. This is when I discovered Leah.
After an initial consultation Leah was able to plot out a course of action to eliminate the pain in my back. What was discovered from the very outset was the fact that I had, as a child received corrective orthopedic surgery, and while this at the time was a necessary procedure, it has in effect created a slight (true anatomical) difference in the length in my legs, which resulted in my back being put out off alignment.
Following a number of visits to Leah I started to feel better and it wasn't long before I was back to my old self. To me, the treatment I received was extremely professional, a welcome relief, and a God send. I would therefore have no hesitation to say it makes sense to leave your back in her hands."
- George McDonagh, Newcastle Co Down, October 2008
Testimonial - M. Robinson, Sea Mills, Bristol
"They have given me the utmost care and I will always appreciate having had such expert treatment that has turned an "oldie's" life around!"
- M. Robinson, Sea Mills, Bristol UK, May 2010
Testimonial - Viktoria H.
"Before coming in for care with Dr Leah I had a stiff neck and shoulder, and was not able to turn my head and had swelling in my shoulder and back pain.
I was not able to hold my upper body straight and felt sleepy and tired all the time.
This clinic is unique in that the treatments she gives are designed around the patient's needs and I had a proper and very complete examination before treatment commenced.
After 5 weeks I felt more relaxed and the sleepiness has disappeared along with the pain. Even my walking and previous tremor have improved.
The practice is very friendly with a professional approach to helping patients, and the treatments are designed around the individual's need."
- Viktoria H., Professional Traffic Engineer, W-S-M, June 2010
Testimonial - Marek L. and baby Julia L., Slovakia
"I was a patient of Dr Leah during the time I was in Bristol. During this time my wife gave birth to our beautiful baby daughter.
I knew the good of bringing our baby to be checked by chiropractor, but after she was born we very soon noticed Julia would not have her head to the left or to breastfeed with her head left, and she was generally not looking so good at all, and not gaining any weight.
I trust Dr Leah. Dr Leah gave her a lengthly baby check first. The after her first adjustment, which was very gentle with hands and also gentle instrument which was called activator ? she started feeding and alot more bright straight after.
I had so much relief to see Julia looking so better and gaining weight for the first time.
When we left to go back home to Slovakia, we will never forget and will tell Julia how the chiropractor helped her get her start in life."
- Marek L., Slovakia, formerly working in Bristol, UK. Sept 2009
"After a hectic summer of revamping the garden I was left with backache, which spread down my right arm resulting in poor grip with my right hand. I was taking prescribed painkillers and constant use of the muscle relaxing cream, which I believe, without Dr Dugan's help, I would have been taking with little effect for months.
I could only sleep in a sitting position and was sleeping in the spare bedroom so as not to disturb my husband. I did not have a decent night's sleep for six weeks as I was constantly in discomfort, often walking the house until morning. I was unable to grip well with my right hand, which made washing, dressing and some household chores difficult.
At the initial consultation I was amazed that Dr Dugan was able to diagnose not only my present state but also older injuries. She knew my history in my bones!
After the first session I slept throughout the whole night and have done so ever since. My pain has gone and my grip is returning. I will not neglect my bones or nerves again and plan to take advantage of the wonderful knowledge Dr Dugan has.
Dr. Dugan is professional, friendly and I feel at ease to discuss any problems I have with her. She takes time and is genuinely interested in you the person. I have no hesitation in thoroughly recommending Dr Dugan, Eddie her husband and the whole concept of the Cool Green Plant I only wish I had known about them earlier."
- Jackie Bull, Patchway, Bristol, February 2010
"I'm so glad I met Leah Remeika Dugan. Having suffered a variety of injuries over the years, I came to expect a reduction of flexibility and an increase in pain & discomfort, and probably more pain killing tablets.
However, Leah's treatments have changed all that. I now look forward to much more flexibility & much less (in fact no) pain.
I can't thank Leah enough. Huge, Huge Thanks!"
- Hilary Baker, October 2009
Testimonial - Mary T, housewife, Bristol
"When I first came to Leah, I found it difficult to get up and down stairs and walk any distances and my knees used to swell up. I was very stiff and my knees were painful most of the time.
I found her approach more gentle than previous experiences and she is friendlier. It is a very relaxing and informative clinic with a great atmosphere.
My knees are much more flexible now and I don't need painkillers for the pain any more, and I am happier and walking with far more freedom - as example a walk that previously used to regularly take me 15-25 minutes, now it only takes me regularly seven minutes, as I have monitored this, and it is much more pleasant to walk for me now."
- Mary Trott, Bristol UK, December 2009
Another testimonial from a patient:
"The compliments are well deserved as finding a good chiropractor is very difficult and I found that her style of treatment suited me.
She was only with us in Sheffield on a temporary locum at the time, but after she left, I looked for her for nearly two years, and finally found her website,
www.coolgreenplanet.co.uk
I am disappointed that she is no longer in Sheffield, but wish her all the very best.
She was the chiropractor for me."
- Annette C., UK Estate Agent, April 2008
Her colleagues also have something to say:
"Leah Remeika-Dugan has my highest recommendation as a chiropractic physician. Having worked with Leah, I quickly realised her competency and passion for the healing arts and to see people healed and renewed in their personal lives.
Combining her clinical thoroughness with her experience in medical and chiropractic clinics, she has an unusual confidence and ability to help people. Dr. Remeika-Dugan is an asset to any facility in which she works.
Since knowing her, it has become very evident that Dr. Remeika-Dugan has a special calling to practice her profession and offer her gifts to the people of the UK and Ireland.
I truly believe that given the opportunity, she will be an immeasurable blessing to those she touches. She will certainly continue to bless those she touches..."
- Dr. Patrick V. McClure, BS, DC, Chiropractor and Certified Hospital Chaplain
And...
"Leah did an in house clinical with me over a decade ago for about a year. I have had the pleasure of similar type clerkships with medical students and have never had a medical arts person (she was the first trained chiropractor) in training who impressed me to the extent that Leah did.
I found her insights and general attitude and demeanor to be quite helpful during our relationship. And I wouldn't hesitate to take my own family to her for treatment. I feel that the chiropractic profession is greatly enhanced by having Leah as a member."
- Dr Peter B., Medical Physician and Surgeon, General Family Medicine
By sharing the above testimonials, we are not criticising the medical profession at all - they do all they can.
But sometimes there's another avenue.
Cool Green Planet Chiropractic Cafe, Leah Remeika Dugan, Registered Chiropractor
Qualified and Experienced Back Pain Surgery
walk across it's wooden slats or beams.
