Pregnancy Testimonials
I had a relatively great pregnancy except for a relentless upper back, dull ache that never went away. I thought it had to do with the way I was forced to sleep on my side, and tried pillows, new positions, and yoga to relieve it. Nothing worked. Finally I searched for a chiropractor who treated pregnant women and came across Dr. Donath. I was able to go see him right away. He explained my problem and did a combination of adjusting my back and muscle work. What was really impressive was his knowledge of pregnancy and how it affects the body. He was able to give me some exercises and stretches to do on my own as well. After my first visit I felt major relief. The dull ache was significantly less bothersome. I returned to his office a few days later and after that visit I was pain free. I no longer had any pain throughout the rest of my pregnancy! I was able to do the stretches on my own to help prevent the return of the pain, and I honestly never felt it again. After enduring labor, and beginning breastfeeding, the dull ache returned and I had difficulty even holding my newborn. I immediately went back to Dr. Donath. Once again he relieved me of the pain! Pregnancy is a wonderful thing, but it certainly can be stressful on the body. I feel that Dr. Donath was able to use his expertise of pregnancy related issues to specifically target these stresses. It was wonderful to see someone who really knew what he was talking about, and was able to help me to enjoy my pregnancy and feel wonderful!
Michelle C. Bronxville, NY
About two years ago, I suffered a back injury. This injury caused me to experience excruciating sciatica pain. This was not just localized in my lower back, but radiated down both my legs. My primary care physician sent me off to physical therapy, and when that didn’t work prescribed cortisone shots. I found a pain management specialist and was receiving these very painful, debilitating shots at least once every 2-3 months. In March I became pregnant and knew my back pain would only get worse. I also knew the shots that I had been getting would not be an option during the pregnancy. Thankfully I was referred to Dr. Donath around May at about 2 months pregnant. After my very first session with Dr. Donath, my lower back was completely pain free. Not only did he adjust my lower back, but also worked on my upper back/neck as I have been told I have weak muscles there which cause severe headaches. This is also something that I have previously been in physical therapy for. In addition to the adjustments I received, Dr. Donath took the time to teach me stretches to do at home to help in my healing. I have been seeing Dr. Donath on a weekly basis throughout my pregnancy. He truly has worked wonders for me and I feel that if I had gone without these adjustments, I probably would have ended up on bed rest at some point in the pregnancy.
Christine T. Scarsdale, NY
After a long pregnancy with a lot of back pain, I went through 10 plus hours of severe back labor. While I was ecstatic about the birth of my son, the lingering intense back pain really prevented me from enjoying every moment as much as I would have liked. I was recommended to Dr. Donath and after two sessions, my back pain was 90% better. I continued to see Dr. Donath and within a matter of weeks, my back was not only feeling better from the pregnancy and labor, but it was feeling better than before I was pregnant. I was initially skeptical of being treated by a chiropractor, but Dr. Donath explained everything in great detail and was able to answer all my questions about why the treatment he was performing was the answer to my back problems. I was so grateful for his attention and professionalism and would not only recommend, but encourage, any one that has a problem with their back to call Dr. Donath. I am now on the floor, playing with my 4 month old, pain free, thanks to Dr. Donath.
Erica L. New Rochelle, NY
I am 39 weeks pregnant. After the 28th week, I started having problems with my back which gradually increased until I was experiencing sharp pain in my lower back almost every time I would walk up the stairs. With five other children at home to care for, I knew I needed to take care of this problem. I was encouraged to see Dr. Donath by those who had benefited from his expertise. It took me a while to make an appointment, but I'm really glad I did. Dr. Donath understood exactly what was the problem (it had to to with my muscles, not my bones) and after only a couple sessions I was able to walk much more comfortably. I haven't had the same pain since the treatment I received from him and the exercises that he taught me have been very helpful.
Juliane T. Eastchester, NY
Dr. Donath has been a life saver for me, both before and after my son’s birth. Before his birth, I saw Dr. Donath from 38 weeks on to prepare my body for a successful VBAC (Vaginal Birth After C-Section). I also had pain in my inner thighs from 3 months pregnant on, which he got rid of in one visit! I wish I had gone to him from the beginning of the pregnancy, and will next time, that’s for sure! After my son’s birth, I had a fractured tailbone, which led to back pain as well. He treated both and I started feeling relief within a few weeks time. By six weeks post-partum I was healed! Oh, then one day I mentioned a knee surgery I had had twenty years ago as a kid, and how I never had regained full movement afterwards. In two minutes of stretching out the scar tissue, I had my full range of movement back. He is truly amazing at what he does!
Melanie M. White Plains, NY
As a board certified family physician, I am very open
to the idea of "complementary" medical therapies which may
be beneficial to my patients, as an adjunct or alternative to traditional
medicine. The challenge, I find, is developing relationships with providers
in the area that I feel comfortable referring patients to when I am
confident they might benefit from this care. Luckily, my own search
for chiropractic care led me to Dr. Jonathan Donath. Not only has he
been able to help me with a variety of issues, from
migraine headaches to pregnancy related back pain to exercise related
ailments, but he has proven to be a valuable resource to me as an urgent care
physician.
Doctors usually make the worst patients, and I am no exception. I usually call on Dr. Donath in some moment of desperation, when some ailment or injury is preventing me from keeping up with my busy life. In "short order" (usually one or two visits, because I rarely have more time than that!) he is able to get me some relief and break the cycle of discomfort, as well as provide me with tips or exercises to remedy the root of the problem. Some of the patients I refer to Dr. Donath are in need of this kind of specific targeted treatment for a painful condition--I know that based on my own experience, Dr. Donath will be able to give them some relief in one or two treatments which might ameliorate their need for other medications, as well as provide them with exercises and modification of activities to prevent the pain in the future. The other category of patient he has been able help are those who have a more chronic condition--those who have "tried everything" that conventional medicine can offer them, and still have pain or disability. I am happy to be able to provide those patients an option that they might not have explored yet. Additionally, it is nice to be able to assure these patients that I have personal experience with Dr. Donath and that he has helped me--he is not just another name on a piece of paper.
Sincerely,
Dr. Jenifer Johnson, MD Family Medicine/Urgent Care White Plains, NY
Midway through my pregnancy I developed a very painful case of sciatica. I was lucky to find Dr. Donath -- who treats many pregnant women -- since it is important to receive chiropractic care from someone who knows how to modify treatment specifically for pregnancy. With several treatments over a relatively short period of time I got a tremendous amount of relief. I am grateful for the outstanding care I received and would absolutely recommend Dr. Donath to anyone in need of chiropractic care, pregnant or not. I credit him with getting me better and keeping me healthy. Thank you Dr. Donath!
Sheila E. Greenwich, CT
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