About Dr. Leathers
I became interested in Chiropractic about 20 years ago when I lost the use of my hands. With chiropractic care I quickly regained full control of both hands. Meanwhile, at the same time, I was experiencing headaches. Chiropractic treatments cleared my headaches that I had been having for almost 10 years. As a result I enjoy helping people who experience headaches and neck/arm issues.
My chiropractic journey continued as I went to Northwestern Chiropractic College. While there, I found out that my mother had been experiencing severe foot pain for over 30 years. One of my instructors spent months working on my mother's feet and during that time, he taught me everything he knew about treating foot pain. As a result of this treatment, my mother’s foot pain all but vanished. Many of my patients are now able to walk without pain thanks to this training.
In 1990, I was involved in a couple of motor vehicle accidents. I experienced injuries in my neck and upper back. I sought immediate chiropractic care and healed from my injuries in less than a year.
As you can see, I understand what it's like to be injured in a car accident, both as a patient and as a doctor. I have received extensive, on-going training in the treatment of car accident injuries. I have helped many people who have been injured while in a car or bus, while riding a bike or while at work. I provide effective treatment and exercise programs which help people recover quickly from their injuries.
On a personal level, I am also a musician and crafter who understands the injuries that musicians and crafters often experience with their necks, backs and the repetitive stress issues which can occur in their arms and hands (ie carpal tunnel). These injuries are similar to those experienced by computer users and are treated with gentle chiropractic adjustments and other modalities.
Mostly, I am a family practice chiropractor who works with people who suffer with back pain; stiffness from gardening and yard work; injuries from sports and summer activities; and repetitive stress issues from working on the computer or playing an instrument. I also offer useful and practical advice on nutrition and exercise.