AlternaHealth Solutions

I had long standing problems with my knee, back and neck when I had whiplash that locked up most of my body and impaired my mobility. I went to several therapists, but was not able to find anything that helped me.

A chiropractor who had done everything he could for me recommended Dr. Friedman.

In working with Dr. Friedman, the knee, back issues have been resolved, and the neck is substantially better. My mobility is excellent, and I am no longer in pain.

Unlike many other chiropractors, Dr. Friedman’s technique is very gentle, and there is never any concern of force being applied to your body, but he is still able to get my body to assume an normal position.

He is every adept at the techniques that he employs, and he considers the whole person and all of the different things that are impacting a person. He understands that we are not necessarily condemned to live with disabilities, and that with the proper work and guidance, we can be normal and healthy once again.

When I arrived at AlternaHealth Solutions 18 months ago, I was broken both mentally and physically. A “regular” chiropractor adjusted my neck and immediate sharp pain went through my head and cervical spine. In addition to the pain that was 24 hours a day, I started having severe panic attacks, trigeminal nerve issues, suboccipital nerve issues, and more that began as a result of the adjustment. I had multiple x-rays, two MRIs, and I went to TEN different doctors trying to find out what was wrong with me for a year and a half following the initial adjustment by the “regular” chiropractor. I was told nothing was wrong with me and prescribed multiple medications for my nerves and depression. I was lost!!

I found Dr. Russell Friedman on the internet and looked up his QSM3 method and testimonials from other patients. In a desperate search for help, I got in my car and drove for 4 hours to his office and literally found the man that saved my life. He was the only person that took x-rays and said, “I can see what is wrong with you, and I can fix it. It will take a while, but I can fix it if you trust me.” I will never forget those words. I finally felt validated and hopeful.

On that initial visit, Dr. Russel Friedman, Dr. Ali Friedman-Puro, and Dr. Shaun Puro all worked overtime after the office closed and gave me a QSM3 adjustment and hours of functional therapy. I drove 4 hours back home and literally cried most of the way because someone had finally HEARD me and CARED about me. Dr. Friedman personally called me at home multiple times to check on me and make sure I was okay after that first visit.

Literally, the next day I felt better. Not healed yet, but better. I have not had a single panic attack since the first adjustment he did. My physical and mental body heals a little more after every visit. For 18 months, I have continued my 8 hour round trip journey twice a month. I have come so far and feel like a normal person again.

From the minute you walk in the door, the office atmosphere is friendly, personable, comfortable and calming. I have been going to Dr. Friedman for almost 10 years. He is a cut above the rest for chiropractic care. He is not a crack your back chiropractor, you can read about his technique on the AlternaHealth Solutions website, and he has saved me from physical pain I thought I would never get rid of. The entire professional staff - Greg, Candace, Ali, Shaun - is highly skilled, and knowledgeable. 5+ Stars from every aspect.

Great team, great people and great care. I have had serious back, neck & shoulder pain for over the last 5 years working as a professional, and after half a dozen chiropractors, I thought I was destined for back pain forever. Thanks to Dr. Friedman, Ali & Sean that is not the case and I am back in the gym training as hard as I can. Quality of life has improved greatly thanks to these fantastic people and I am very grateful. 2 big thumbs up.

I don't know what the previous reviewer is talking about, they have always been wearing masks in the office.

I've been coming to Dr friedman, Shawn, and Ali for multiple years, and they always take care of me. I really am grateful for the amount of work that they have done to make sure that my neck is always in alignment, as well as make my back and everything else feel good.

All the doctors are very gifted and special, but I especially like Dr Puro the most.

I started with Dr Friedman, and he is great also. Ali is also wonderful.

I was having severe issues with my neck before I became a patient in 2016, and I don't go to any other chiropractors except for them.

Very gentle technique, much better than the crazy snapping and popping that you get with other chiropractors.

I think that qsm3 should be the standard of care for all chiropractors and that they should learn this technique, but maybe we will get there one day...