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After suffering with a life time of respiratory problems and a body beat up by extreme sports I didn't even know what it was to feel good. I lived with aches, pains and recurrent health problems that I thought were normal. After my first adjustment when I was sure nothing was happening because it was so light, I felt immediately better. In a short time I not only felt better than I ever though was possible but my respiratory problems were completely resolved. I continue to tell so many people about Dr. Marshall and the work he does and let them know that if they don't get their spine corrected, they are making a huge mistake. I travel over 2000 miles to get adjusted because my life and health is worth it.
Christopher Titus Comedian, Actor, Writer Starred in Fox's Titus, ABC's Big Shots, Comedy specials HBO and Comedy Central
Dr. Marshall is a one of a kind practitioner of NUCCA. The uniqueness and potency of his atlas adjustment is such that you don’t have to return again and again. When I’m in Chicago, I never miss the opportunity to have an overall evaluation by Dr. Dickholtz.
Michael Bernard Beckwith
Founder, Agape International Spiritual Center
In Los Angeles www.agapelive.com
Featured in the documentary The Secret. He has been a featured guest on Larry King Live on CNN, and The Oprah Winfrey Show. Author of: Spiritual Liberation;Fulfilling Your Soul's Potential and Life Visioning.
*I highly recommend Dr. Beckwith's teachings, I listen to his Sunday services as they are sent out on CD weekly. The message is always healing and inspirational. Dr. M.
Photo by Carl Studna
“In October 2000, I was involved in a horrific race car accident at speed exceeding 300mph. My left leg was broken in 6 places, 6 fingers were dislocated, and I had a very serious concussion...I tried everything from standard chiropractic, medical care, acupuncture to water training to regain my strength and focus...After just one visit with Dr. Dickholtz, the color returned to my face and my dizziness and concussion were gone..” I regained my health and was able to get back to racing, which is what I love to do.
Tony Schumacher,6 Time World Top Fuel Champion, first driver in NHRA history to win 5 consecutive TF championships, 2008 Driver of the Year, Holds the record for the lowest 1/4 mile ET at 4.428 and the fastest speed of 336.15 MPH
As a practicing clinician I find it vital to the healing process to recognize that the upper atlas/axis complex serves as a vital interface between the head and body. Every single nerve in the spinal cord below the skull passes through the foramen magnum. The altas being the vertebra with the least ligamentous support, as well as being influenced by ocular, masticatory and auditory dysfunction often becomes sublexed, resulting in loss of an optimal instantaneous axis of rotation during normal head and body movements. This results in compression, torsion and sheer forces being transmitted to the cord via the dentate ligaments. The effect of such subluxation is alteration of ascending and descending information in relevant cord tracts, frequently producing pain and dysfunction at sites distant to the etiology, such as low back pain, hip pain, knee pain, foot/ankle pronation and a number of seemingly unrelated symptoms in the domain of the cranial nerves, which are routinely treated with drugs by allopathic practitioners. Having an extensive background in the treatment of head, neck and jaw disorders, orthopedic disorders and the conditioning of world class athletes, as well as having worked very closely with Dr. Marshall Dickholtz, Jr. and other NUCCA doctors, I have been able to coordinate and facilitate the recovery of literally HUNDREDS of patients that had seemingly hit a dead end in their road to recovery! For those of you wanting to facilitate a complete recovery of any patient, friend, relative, or even yourself, I strongly suggest an evaluation by a NUCCA doctor. Until you have a fully functional upper cervical spine, your rehabilitation program is far from complete!
Paul Chek MSS, HHP, NMT, World-renowned expert developing practical and effective methods for all aspects of physical and mental wellbeing; Author of the best selling books "How To Eat, Move and Be Healthy", "The Last 4 Doctors You'll Ever Need - How To Get Healthy Now!", and "The Golf Biomechanics Manual: Whole In One Golf Conditioning" www.chekinstitute.com
I was on the high school swim team performing and training for state competition when I developed pain in my middle back. I went to see Dr. Dickholtz and he not only understood and explained why I was having the pain but showed me how my posture and spine was very distorted from an optimal athletic position.
Immediately after my initial correction I started to feel better as the muscles in my back loosened up. The immediate bennifits in my body's postural position were so great that my swimming improved dramatically. I took 8 seconds off my 200 meter IM and 20 seconds off in my 400 meter freestyle in a single season. I also felt a huge increase in endurance.
At the state competition I went on to win in the 50 yd Freestyle and placed 3rd in the 100 yd Freestyle.
I am so glad to have had the opportunity to perform at my best with the help of Dr. Dickholtz. I would recommend this to every young athlete who desires to feel great and perform at their best.
Kelly Hagerty
My daughter Alyssa was the first in our family to see Dr. Dickholtz due to nerve irritation she was having in her head and legs. As a mother it is hard to see your child upset day after day and not know what is wrong. After just a couple adjustments he had my daughter back to being the happy 11 year old she should be. Not only did these adjustments correct the nerve problems but she no longer suffers from seasonal allergies.
I was so encouraged with my daughter’s results that I too began care. After few adjustments, I felt better than I ever thought I could feel. Then I woke up one dreary rainy morning fully expecting to feel miserable from allergies and they were gone. I could not wipe the smile off my face and was literally dancing with excitement. I cannot thank Dr. Dickholtz and his wonderful staff enough for what they have done and will for the rest of my family.
Katrina Raysby
I was referred by a friend to come see Dr. Dickholtz for my headaches. I had been living with headaches and ringing in my ears for years. I was very hesitant to come see Dr. Dickholtz because I had on a regular basis seen a chiropractor that would crack and pop my neck with little relief. I was living on a daily basis on an excess amount of extra strength Tylenol to get through the pain of my headaches. Within minutes of my first adjustment by Dr. Dickholtz the ringing in my ears stopped, and my headache was gone. I’m a huge supporter of Dr. Dickholtz and his work. I tell everyone I meet about Dr. Dickholtz.
Michael Meister
I am pleased to encourage those with persistent pain or long term health problems to consider NUCCA Spinal Care. It is easy to function in an apathetic way, not knowing how to get better. I experienced debilitating back pain and overall dizziness for many years. I was diagnosed with Meniere’s Disease and experienced severe vertigo. After surgical removal of my left inner ear, my vertigo ceased, but I was continually challenged by unsteadiness. At the same time, I was in constant back pain.
Dr. Dickholtz was able to correct a spinal misalignment through painless manipulation and I was immediately steady and not failing to the right any more. My back pain lessened and I am now able to function so much better.
I am exceedingly grateful to my friend who recommended Dr. Dickholtz and NUCCA Spinal Care. Dr. Dickholtz is sympathetic to his patients and very professional. He is highly competent, a leader in NUCCA field. He analyzes the issues of each patient and gives each one a great deal of data on their particular condition. After treatment, I have hope and an active lifestyle where I can enjoy travel with my husband and playing with my grandchildren. I am very pleased to highly recommend Dr. Dickholtz
Suzanne Tressel
I had a very successful rugby career playing competitively at the highest levels in the U.S. for 19 years but had my career cut “short” by a car accident. For two years I was in extreme neck pain and was told by top physicians that the only way to fix the problem would be to have surgery. They wanted to enter through my mouth and throat from the front to access the section of my spine that was injured. Needless to say I was not eager to move forward but the pain was incapacitating and unbearable. I was referred to Dr. Dickholtz from a friend with some skepticism but the initial consultation was not only informative but also comforting. He explained how my body had the strength to heal my injury on its own without any surgery. Within 2 months I was pain free and after two years I was able to play rugby again at the age of 44. Not only did he help with the original problem but the other discs that had deteriorated from years of abuse, began to reverse the trend and heal. I have two boys so I remain very active and don’t plan on slowing down anytime soon. My social rugby and snowboarding careers are just beginning. I highly recommend everyone to read up on NUCCA and go to see Dr. Dickholtz, he corrected a life altering injury and I owe him a lot.
Jay Rizzo
Due to my MS, my sister, who is a patient of Dr. Dickholtz, Sr., convinced me that I needed to see Dr. Dickholtz. At her urging, I research the NUCCA method and Dr. Dickholtz, Jr and finally decided that it seemed like a perfect compliment to working with my world renowned Homeopath.
My first visit was eye opening. Pun intended. I walked in to the office wearing distance glasses, which I have worn for over 22 years. Walked out without them. I have been a patient for 2-1/2 years and am still not wearing distance glasses, and only wear reading glasses in dark places. Not many 56 year olds can make that statement J This was definitely a bonus that I wasn’t even counting on! When my distance vision begins to blur, I know I need an adjustment. …and, Oh, yes, everything else is working just fine! Thanks, Dr. D!!
Kathy Estabrooke
I was first introduced to NUCCA nearly 4 years ago. I saw first hand the miraculous benefits achieved by Tony Schumacher after his crash in the Top Fuel Dragster. He swore by the technique and treatments implemented by Dr. Dickholtz. Of course I was a skeptic. I thought, how can such a non-evasive adjustment have such dramatic results?
I suffered from lower back pain, hip pain, PMS, anxiety, headaches. I didn’t feel well, and didn’t know why. I just thought, well, I am in my 30’s now I guess this is just the way it is! After being introduced to NUCCA, it was refreshing to know I would never have to feel like this again. No more PMS, anxiety, and I feel like my head is screwed on straight….because it is!
My most memorable moment with Dr. Dickholtz was when I ran into him at the NHRA races in Pomona, CA. I had a wrist brace on and was suffering from Carpal Tunnel. A prominent hand surgeon in Beverly Hills told me surgery would be my only relief. I scheduled to have the surgery on the following Friday. After telling Dr. Dickholtz my dilemma, he said I didn’t need surgery. Even after all the benefits I had already received from my NUCCA treatments, I didn’t believe him. Long story short, within 15 minutes, I was pain free, ditched the hand brace and cancelled my surgery. Even then I was still worried the pain would come back. It has been over two years and I am still pain free. Thanks to Dr. Dickholtz, I didn’t have to have a $10,000 risky surgery, and months of physical rehab on my dominant hand. What a relief. I can’t stress to people enough the benefits of NUCCA. Dr. Dickholtz is a true healer, and I am so lucky to have been introduced to him!
Tami Powers, Director of Business Operations, Alan Johnson Racing
Where do I start...Do I start with how good Marshall is at putting me back together or how a good person he. Lets start with his work first...I cant tell you how many times Marshall has put my body back into alignment so I can go back to hitting golf balls and everything else I do that can knock me out of alignment. I always feel like a million bucks after a treatment. But more important I consider Marshall a friend and a great person!!! thanks for all your help and friendship....
Louis Sauer
Director of Instruction, 8+ years as a Lead/Master Instructor @ the Jim McLean Golf School,Northmoor cc , Highland Park, Il swingbylou@aol.com
What a relief and blessing it was to find Dr. Dickholtz. I have been staying healthy under Dr. Dickholtz care for over 15 years. I have a high stress job that requires my frequent travel both nationally and inter-nationally plus working long hours. I create products and sell them in my show on QVC-TV, so I am often carrying props and products and doing things that can throw me out of balance. I love that he puts me back into alignment and I feel so much better right away. I can always tell when I am out of alignment because I get very tight in my shoulders, lower back and even find pain runs down my leg. After my adjustment, that all goes away. I also love that I never have to worry that seeing Dr. Dickholtz could make me worse. His special form of chiropractic doesn’t involve twisting, cracking and manipulating, it is so gentle, and noninvasive. It is wonderful to know that Dr. Dickholtz is there. I highly recommend him to everyone I know!
Lori Greiner, Host of her own QVC-TV show called Clever & Unique Creations for 11 years, President of For Your Ease Only Inc., invented over 200 products. www.lorigreiner.com
One could only imagine how relieved I was when the MRI revealed only some arthritis in my neck. The six months of sustained headaches sure reinforced something worse. However, knowing this did nothing to minimize, let alone, eliminate my discomfort from the constant headache I was still experiencing. Not until my wife, Mary Anne, suggested that I visit Dr. Marshall Dickholtz, Jr. a NUCCA Board Certified doctor.
She reminded me of how Dr. Dickholtz had helped to eliminate her persistent migraines with an “alignment”. I remember thinking; “hey I’m not pulling in any particular direction” (you car guys will understand). Just the same, I recall the dramatic and positive change to her mood and demeanor after her adjustment. So I reconsidered and decided it was worth a try.
After a preliminary examination, it appeared that I was a promising candidate for the NUCCA procedure. After some additional pondering, I decided to go ahead and scheduled my first appointment (and I never looked back).
Lying on my left side, Dr. Dickholtz administered light hand pressure to the right side of my neck. And with virtually no discomfort my adjustment took just a few minutes. Upon standing up after the procedure, I instantly knew there was a difference. The subsequent posture evaluation revealed that my initial 4 degrees misalignment had been corrected to 0 (zero) degree! This part in itself was amazing, but the fact that my headache had completely disappeared was simply phenomenal! What’s more was the fact that my head felt effortless to maneuver. It was as if someone had taken lubrication and added into my neck.
You see, at birth, I was a breech delivery and lived with Torticollis (i.e. a shortening or excessive contraction of the sternocleidomastoid muscle in the neck) up until age 17 when I had surgery for the release of a tendon on the right side of my neck that helped to straighten out my head. I hadn’t felt this type of ease-of-motion in a long, long time, let alone the relief from the nagging headache that I had been experiencing for literally 6 months. I was just about speechless and very emotional thinking how the quality of life could improve for so many individuals with this treatment. I also had a lump in my throat from the gratitude of being helped by a truly outstanding human being. Thank You Dr. Dickholtz. You changed my life for the best!!!
WITH SINCERE GRATITUDE
Wes Nowakowski , August 10, 2009
When we were introduced to Dr. Marshall Dickholtz my daughter, Alicia, was 8 years old. Our general practitioner referred us to Dr. Dickholtz, and we are so grateful he did! Alicia was brushing her hair and complained of a pain in her neck. What I thought was a pulled muscle was something much more serious. Within a couple of hours Alicia's head was tilted 45 degrees to one side. I asked her to put her head straight for me and she replied, "It is straight." When we brought Alicia to Dr. Dickholtz her legs were approximately 2 inches uneven. Her condition was diagnosed as Torticollis. This is when the muscles tighten in the neck causing the head to tilt to one side. Dr. Dickholtz told us most doctors would diagnose surgery to cut into the muscle. This was by far the scariest injury I had to deal with as a mother. My daughter's entire visual structure was way off. Dr. Dickholtz had Alicia in his office a large portion of his day continually working toward solving her condition. By the time we left he had her head 50% improved! Within a week Alicia's neck and structure were 100% normal!!!! Alicia hardly noticed he was doing anything to her. The type of adjustments performed Dr. Dickholtz are not invasive, no cracks, or uncomfortable positions. Words cannot express how grateful my husband and I are to Dr. Dickholtz. Our daughter leads a normal life. If we had seen another doctor I'm not sure what the outcome would have been. It has been 5 years, and Alicia continues to see Dr. Dickholtz along with the rest of my family. He not only "fixed" Alicia, but he was patient, kind and compassionate during this very scary injury.
With gratitude~Nicole Pietramale
NUCCA has made me a new person!! Thanks a million!
In October of 2004 after being hit on the head by a heavy object became the start of my ailments, I had a left facial sensation and left eye pressure that would not disappear. This feeling made it difficult for me to feel my normal shelf, function properly, drive long amounts of time in a vehicle, be around other people feeling comfortable, and shopping in stores was horrible experience for me, & the list goes on and on!
Work had become a real chore as I did not feel good and did not want to be around people, so being in sales that became a real challenge and suffered each day of work.
In the evening I could not wait until after dinner so that I could go in my bed to be alone, and gain relief from the world, this was a horrible feeling for a person who loves being around people and was at one time the life of the party.
In December 2004 I started my journey for help and first visited my internal Doctor who sent me for a brain MRI. No major findings were found.
From 2005 - 2008 I also had the following tests taking which was a second Brain MRI recommended from an Ear Nose & Throat Doctor, (No findings) and a Spine MRI and CAT Scan recommended by one of my Neurologist. Findings = disc generative space C6-C7 & C7-T1, C3 –C4 Minimal annular bulging and physical therapy was recommended. Lastly I went for several eye test and special optical test with no findings.
From 2005 until July 13, 2009 I search for help & relief from the following list of professionals:
- 2 Neurologist,
- 4 Chiropractors,
- 1 Cranial Message Therapist,
- 2 Ear, Nose, Throat Doctors,
- 3 regular Message Therapist,
- 4 Acupuncturist,
- 3 places for Physical Therapy, which gave me some relief but after the treatment was complete I only had relief for a few days and then came back my symptoms.
- 1 Foot Reflexology person,
- 2 Ophthalmologist,
- 1 Kinesiology Doctor……….as you can see I was busy, frightened and determined to find help!
On Saturday July 11, 2009 while doing Foot Reflexology from Ryan Lee he mentioned to try NUCCA. That afternoon I went to Google NUCCA Care and found Dr. Dickholtz at his HealthSmart facility in Northbrook Illinois and spent over an hour on his website. I also viewed other websites on NUCCA but felt Dr. Dickholtz was the Doctor that I wanted to try, and was I correct!
On Monday July 13, 2009 I went in for an orientation by Dr. Dickholtz and tests by Dr. Dikey.
On Tuesday July 14, 2009 I was explained more about the program, and was shown the results of my tests from the day before. That first night I had my first NUCCA treatment. That evening Dr Dickholtz also performed a second NUCCA alignment, and upon leaving I noticed my sensation facial pain was gone immediately and has not returned for 2 .5 weeks now. I still have a little pressure in my left eye but the eye is about 70% better than before.
I had to do another NUCCA procedure on Thursday July 16, 2009 but in the past 2 weeks my alignment is holding. Dr. Dickholtz says I will continue to heal and my health will continue to improve each day as times goes on with my Atlas - C1 holding and staying aligned.
Last week I also started working with Cory at the HealthSmart facility for some additional therapy message which he is directly working my neck (Atlas C-1) and spine issues that I had found from my spine MRI and from the test Dr. Dickholtz found from his X-Rays on July 13th.
After my first session from what Cory accomplished last week I am truly excited and optimistic this will make my recovery even quicker and put me back to the happy and fun guy I once was. Monday August 3rd will be my second Therapy session with Cory and I can not wait to see some additional positive results from that treatment.
Lastly, the office staff including Sheila, Natalie, Cory, and Dr. Dikai are terrific, very helpful and knowledgeable.
Thank you HealthSmart and Dr Dickholtz as I am totally excited and grateful for the tremendous progress I have had in my health in just a short time from NUCCA and form your HealthSmart facility.
Thanks also for your hospitality as in a short period of time I feel as part of the HealthSmart family and feel like I have known this team of professionals forever!
Dominick Burdi
My name is Kerri Nevin, and in my first trimester with my second son, I developed a herniated disc at L5-S1. The pregnancy was extremely difficult, as I was unable to take any pain medication, and I had constant sciatic pain on my right side. Approximately nine months after the birth of my son and with no relief, a client of mine recommended Dr. Dickholtz and NUCCA care. My Xray showed that my neck was very much out of alignment. Dr. Dickholtz performed the first adjustment, and as I sat upright, I felt warmth go down the left side of my neck. Over the next couple months, I began to feel gradual relief of my sciatic pain. One day, I was in my car, and I noticed with great joy that I was no longer in pain while I was driving! I could also sit without pain, which was a tremendous relief, as I am a psychologist and sit with patients for much of the day. I am so grateful for the care that Dr. Dickholtz has given me, and it is with great confidence that I recommend him to anyone who is struggling with any kind of back or neck pain. NUCCA's gentle and holistic approach has been the best treatment for me and it is with tremendous gratitude that I offer my recommendation for him and his services. Thanks again Dr. Dickholtz! With much gratitude,
Dr. Kerri Nevin
Heart Light Psychological Services www.HeartlightPS.com
As a Martial Arts instructor and stuntman my body has always been tested at its limits. I've "intentionally" been hit by cars, fallen from buildings and other insane stunts! There is no way I could continue to perform at my best let alone not have to suffer from the pain of old injuries with out getting my Atlas corrected. Dr. Marshall has helped me feel great and be able to continue to do what I love.
Tommy Primeau, lives in LA, worked in films and television, Get Smart, CSI, Fox network. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0AQfK9Mk5ME
I have been playing sports for over 20 years. Around age18 I had my first adjustment with a traditional chiropractor, who used manipulation. The care gave me temporary relief to get me through practice and a game. It was not until I met Dr Dickholtz that an adjustment made a real difference for me. I had learned for the first time that my body had the opportunity to be structurally balanced and in true alignment, allowing my body to truly heal. I feel more fluid, my legs feel energized, I feel like I am in one piece.After 10 years of other chiropractic treatment this is the best I have ever felt!
D'Wayne Bates NFL Wide Receiver; Played on North Western University Rose Bowl Team, Chicago Bears, Minnesota Vikings
After over 20 years in the sport of triathlon, I have spent thousands of dollars on all the equiptment I thought would enhance my performance. New bikes and gear, special running shoes, high tech wet suits, and just about every supplement and nutritional tri food out there. It all has helped in one way or another, but the "best bang for my buck", came from investing in my own health care. I knew there had to be something out there to help keep me from injury, from all the over-use, and to help boost my immune system, to keep from being sick. Something without drugs or surgery. Getting adjusted by chiroptactor Dr. Marshall Dickholtz, using an upper cervical adjustment called NUCCA, has kept me "on the road" well into my 50's. Being "balanced" kept me from over-compensating, thus less injuries, and keeping the nerve flow open at all times, has helped my entire nervous system to fight off any illness. No injuries....no illness, equals less "down time".... equals better finishing times. Tri gear will come and go, but I know staying in allignment is one thing I can depend on, that will keep me on the road at least another 20 years.
Barbara McNeal, 8 time Ironman finisher, World Championship Long Course Nice, France,70.3 World Championship Clearwater, Florida
For over 20 years I had suffered with pain in my head, neck, mid and low back. Having Fibromyalgia and living on pain killers and muscle relaxants I knew there had to be a better answer to my situation. I have been to numerous MD’s and several chiropractors in that time. The spinal care I received helped but it was very temporary. Dr. Dickholtz is the only one who can get my spinal alignment to hold for more than few days. I fly in from New York monthly to get examined or adjusted by him. It is more effective and less expensive than going to New York doctors twice a week. His adjustment make the difference between being a semi – invalid and being able to live a normal life.
Mary Freeman, A happy healthy New Yorker
I could barely walk or stand without extreme pain in my lower back and my right leg. The MRI showed a herniation of the L4-L5 disc. My wedding was just four weeks away and my honeymoon was going to be spent at the hospital having back surgery. I came to Dr.Marshall with only the hope of being able to walk down the isle. He said he would do all he could to help me reach my goal. As it turned out by the time of my wedding I was 100% free of the back pain. Instead of going to the hospital I took my new bride to Hawaii, it was a lovely experience. After a couple months, even though I was feeling great my orthopedic surgeon insisted that I come in for another MRI. The results of that examination showed that the disc had completely gone back to center and was not herniated any more. We are so grateful that we found out about this care and can't imagine how different my marriage would have been without it. I have referred many of my family and friends to Dr. Marshall.
David is a corporate executive, with a great family and now has three children.
"Over the years, I have been worked on by umpteen body workers: chiropractors; massage therapists; practitioners of Rolfing and The Feldenkrais Method; acupuncturists; physical therapists; and ultrasound, electrostimulation, and magnetic-induction technicians. Without question, I have gotten value - sometimes even long-lasting and profound benefits - from all of them. But one type of Chiropractic adjustment, which focuses on the spine's uppermost vertebra, stands out as having consistently made a significant difference for me. This 'upper cervical adjustment' has resulted in an immediate and dramatic improvement in my symptoms, and the adjustment holds for a long duration. After undergoing upper cervical adjustments, I have a bit more spring, and a bit more energy." From his book Zinn's Cycling Primer.
Lennard Zinn of Zinn Cycles is well known in the cycling world, giving practical advice and sound solutions. He is also the author of Zinn and the Art of Mountain Bike Maintenance, Zinn's Cycling Primer, Zinn and the Art of Triathlon Bikes, and senior technical editor of VeloNews. www.zinncycles.com
I would like to thank you for helping me to recover from a long period of increasing pain levels. For already 20 years I suffered from TMJ problems, starting with numbness on the right side of my face. Over the course of time the sensitivity to cold increased and pain started first locally at the joints of the jaw and in the neck, later on I got overall headaches. I started wearing an appliance against bruxism, taking medication regularly and having massage and chiropractor treatments with increasing frequency. The pain level increased especially around the joints. I started to avoid cold, wind and air-conditioning. Regular sleep also became important to avoid further tension of the muscles around neck and TMJ. My orthodontist recommended a NUCCA treatment which I started with Dr. Dickholtz 5 months ago. With the orthodontic appliance and the NUCCA treatment there is a tremendous improvement. The symptoms described above are much less severe. I feel I am on the right track, my head and neck are relaxed and I have a clearer mind but I believe for a recovery after 20 years I need more than 5 or 12 months of treatment. Now I am leaving the US and I hope that I can find in Europe doctors who are able to continue the treatment. I already talked to several people in Europe about NUCCA but there are very few doctors in this specialized area.
Peter Muelder, Business consultant, Frankfurt Germany
Being an active senior masters basketball, softball and baseball player at the national international level, I have lived with a lower back problem since grade school. Trying to resolve my problem, I have been to a variety of chiropractors, from "bone crushers" to "light touchers", for over 60 years. While I did get some temporary relief, there was nothing lasting. Fortunately, I believe I now have the solution to my lower back problem -- Dr. Marshall Dickholtz, Jr. and N.U.C.CA. My back feels great and I move much better without pain. When playing second base in a recent men's baseball game, my teammates said "you look and play like a 24 year old." What a compliment for a 68 year old!
Gerry Balco, Gold Medal Team Senior Olympics, Baseball, Winnetka, Illinois
At age 8 Christopher was diagnosed with the disabling condition, Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis. It became painful and difficult for him to walk or participate in any activities. The medications he was on did not change his condition and were not very effective in reducing his pain.
After four years of constant suffering we were referred to Dr. Dickholtz. He said Chris's spine was out of alignment and that could be influencing his condition.
After only one week since the spinal correction Chris's blood test showed his Sedimentation Rate (the key factor in his arthritis) was at normal. This was the first time in four years! Immediately Chris started feeling and walking better, in a short time he started running. His recovery was a miracle. Chris went to run track in high school and has not had any sign of his condition since. My self and our whole family have now been under Dr. Dickholtz's care
Mrs. Catherine Ford, Grateful Mother of three healthy children
“I’d had help from other chiropractors before but it was only temporary. My health has improved so much with Dr. Marshall. My body learned what “right” is, like my neck had been “oiled”. What’s more, in 13 years of NUCCA care, my x-rays have shown no significant effects of aging.”
Jo. A. is a mother, business owner and Chicago based model and actress.
No, Stephen Colbert is not a patient "yet". But, he would be if he knew about us and the profound difference the NUCCA correction makes in the expression of anyone's life (including his). He would be the biggest fan of his new level of "healthiness". Helping people get well can be fun and I couldn't resist adding him to my site. So... if you can help bridge the six degrees of separation, hook us up because I think his sense of humor is brilliant and I would really enjoy having him as a patient. The UCRF could also use the Colbert Bump to access some much needed research money. http://www.colbertnation.com/home
The stories of Peter Muelder, Gerry Balco and Catherine Ford are true and accurate writen by the patient however their names and images have been changed for privacy reasons.
Since my first meeting Marshall in 1978, he has been profoundly influential in helping to shape my life. I was a chiropractic student attending Palmer College of chiropractic in 1978 and had the good fortune to be adjusted in the student clinic by him. I can still, to this day, remember my first NUCCA adjustment and the profound change that it had on my life. As a result of his expertise and commitment to the upper cervical correction, my life has taken on the path of a NUCCA practitioner and Board Certified Instructor.
Since 1978 I have maintained a special and close friendship along with an ongoing professional relationship with Dr. Marshall Dickholtz Jr.
There is no one that I know who carries a deeper commitment, passion and dedication to caring for patients and their spinal health issues. His work has continually grown in terms of depth and expertise and to this day he remains one of the top NUCCA practitioners in the world.
I have the deepest respect and appreciation for who Dr. Mashall Dickholtz Jr. is as an individual and as a practitioner. I have the utmost confidence in his capabilities and would recommend his care, no matter how complex that individual’s problem might be.
He has the experience, the dedication, sensitivity and compassion to attend to even the most challenging of problems. He is my greatest friend and most respected colleague.
We both continue to practice and teach the NUCCA procedure and are dedicated to making a difference in the world through the correction of the Atlas Subluxation Complex. Dr. Marshall Dickholtz Jr. has impacted hundreds of thousands of lives and is committed to furthering the NUCCA care through his clinic, his teachings and his own personal study.You are in good hands!
Dr. Gordon Hasick D.C. F.P.A.C.
Board Certified NUCCA Instructor, www.c-1.com





















