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Dr. James Salmi
Your Tacoma Chiropractor

Gena Kemp Sadler       

30 July 2011

I was diagnosed with asthma when I was about 11 years old. Before I started having symptoms, I was a very active kid. I loved riding my bike, climbing trees, running, baseball, dancing…I was a real tomboy. After the symptoms started showing up, I all but quit everything I loved.

I have been on a variety of medications for asthma for most of my life. A couple years ago, I was reading the insert that comes with one of my inhalers which stated that this medication that helps me to live with my condition may also cause me to die from it. It was not very comforting news.

About the same time I read the alarming news about the medication, I also decided I wanted to lose weight (I was about 70 pounds overweight). I could diet, but I could hardly exercise at all. I had to take my rescue inhaler even when walking at a moderate pace and I was afraid to even walk out-of-doors in case I had a bad asthma attack with no one around to help me. I mentioned my frustration to Dr. Salmi’s receptionist at the time and she suggested I ask him about getting my ribs adjusted. I was skeptical…how could that help me with respiratory problems? But I took her advice and asked Dr. Salmi about it.

It is about two years later now, and guess what? I exercise regularly (it’s one of my favorite things to do now) have lost about 60 pounds, have run in two 5K races, and am looking into getting certified as a group fitness instructor. (I also am not afraid to run outside anymore, as far as asthma attacks go.) With Dr. Salmi’s guidance I have reduced the frequency that I take my “daily” asthma medicine from two times per day to one time every three days. I took a breathing test last year which indicated that I was breathing in the normal range for a person without asthma! This has also saved me a considerable amount of money. The medication, taken twice daily, costs about $240/month; it now costs about $40/month. It has been a long, slow process but there has been a definite, noticeable improvement in the quality of my life.

Dr. Salmi not only is interested in helping overcome medical problems, but also in explaining how your body works and how the adjustments work. He listens well and has great advice about adjusting your diet, too. Thank you, Dr. Salmi!

Since coming to Acts Chiropractic Center, I have been almost pain free! Occasionally I feel some pain in my back or down my leg, but nothing like it was before. My feet never hurt anymore. As for my asthma, I have gone off my inhaler and antihistamines. I recently went to have a physical and my doctor told me that my lungs were clear! I feel much better not taking all those drugs. My persoal life has been enhanced tremendously. My husband is very happy not to hear me complaining about my back constantly. I am able to work out at the YMCA regularly which has helped me to lose some weight. I seem to have more energyand am able to travel without bringing painkillers to help me sleep comfortably. Coming to Dr. Salmi's office has changed my life for the better. He explains everything he does and often challenges me to change my way of thinking about my health. Thank You Dr, Salmi!    Barbara E.

I had constant pain between my shoulder blades and my hips. My hips would ache after every exercise routine no matter what it was. More so after jogging. I had difficulty getting enough air into my lungs. I always felt as if I couldn't get enough air, no matter how deeply I breathed. I was also battling anxiety, which I tried to control with medication. I now have no pain between my shoulder blades. My hips ache less frequently and the pain will subside after icing. I am much more effective as a teacher. Because I do not have the pain, the breathing problems, or the anxiety, I am able to focus. I think more clearly, worry less, and feel happier. I also have a better attitude towards my students. I can handle stressful situations better. As a musician, I am able to play with a bigger sound and with more confidence because I can breathe so much better.   Amanda M.

Before coming to Acts, I could not even pull myself out of bed. Every common activity was excruciating. I couldn't even bear to walk- even with a cane. In less than a month, I was able to get rid of the cane. I improved so much that people even forgot that I was injured at work. I had to remind them- asking for help lifting heavier objects. I am now able to do my job more effeciently. Since following Dr. Salmi's expertise and care even other pains I've come across has a solution here, so don't be afraid to ask!   Alex Z.