Many pro-athletes and celebrities use chiropractic to keep them fit and healthy. Take a look below and learn more about the value many famous people find in natural, drug-free, chiropractic care.
Tiara-wearing Olympic medalist Julia Mancuso gives Chiropractic a shout out in this NBC Today Show interview!(below)
"I
am very fortunate to have, so-to-speak, my in-house chiropractor, Dr.
Franco Colombu, as my own personal chiropractor. So, I visit Franco
regularly, and he comes over to my house. He adjusts my wife, my kids,
me, everybody gets an adjustment. And we feel always great when Franco
leaves. Even when I have athletic injuries he's always there for me,
and helps me. So it's really terrific, and I know that first hand.
That's why I always will be traveling around, all over the world,
talking highly about the profession of chiropractic. You chiropractic
doctors are really miracle workers, and that's why it's really great to
have you here, part of the Arnold Classic. Because, like I said, the
Arnold Classic and Fitness Weekend are about health and about fitness
and preventive care." Arnold Schwarzenegger
Dan O'Brien
"If it were not for Chiropractic, I would not have won the gold medal."
Dan O'Brien
Decathlon Gold Medallist
Lance Armstong
Jeff
Spencer, D.C. has been working with Lance Armstrong since January of
1999, helping him to keep his body together for the harsh demands of
the Tour de France. After last year's Tour de France, Lance said that he could not have won without Jeff's help. With Lance approaching his second victory, the same thing might well be true.
One
of the most recognizable celebrity/athletes, holder of four Superbowl
rings, three Superbowl MVP's and Player of the Year in 1990 has just
agreed to become the spoke person for Chiropractic in the State of
California. Joe Montana "Chiropractic care works for
me."
Tiger Woods
"Being a chiropractor patient has really helped me immensely."
"...lifting weights and seeing a chiropractor on a regular basis has
made me a better golfer. I've been going to Chiropractors for as long
as I can remember. It's as important to my training as practicing my
swing.”
Chiropractor Tom LaFountain, left, holds an ice pack on Tiger Woods'
back as they walk down the 11th fairway during the better-ball matches
at the Presidents Cup Friday, Sept. 23, 2005, at the Robert Trent Jones
Golf Club in Gainesville, Va. (AP Photo/Amy Sancetta)
Emmitt Smith and Cheryl Burke - Winners of the 2006 Dancing With The Stars
The
Oct. 10 episode highlighted Smith’s relationship with his doctor of
chiropractic, Robert Parker, DC. The video footage showed Smith
receiving a few “minor repairs” before this week’s Samba competition.
After receiving treatment from Dr. Parker, Smith went on to deliver
“the best samba of the night,” according to head judge Len Goodman.
Napoleon Hill, author of Think and Grow Rich
said the secret for good health was 'eat sparingly, work
enthusiastically in a labor of love, love generously, and get
Chiropractic adjustments once a week!' You can view the entire
testimonial from here.
Other Famous Celebrities and Athletes Under Chiropractic Care
These famous people all have the ability to choose any
health care in the world, but they have unanimously chosen chiropractic
for it's health and life enhancing capabilities!
Make
the intelligent choice! Join these celebrities and 30 million other
Americans who utilize Chiropractic for every aspect of their lives,
simply because, Chiropractic enhances the health and performance of
every human being, from grandchildren to grandparents!
ENTERTAINERS
Richard Pryor
Bob Hope - "Chiropractic is a wonderful means of natural healing!"
Dixie Carter - "I have a wonderful chiropractor. I believe a healthy spine is a healthy body."
Andy Griffith - "Chiropractic has advanced tremendously over the past few decades.
It has grown by leaps and bounds to become a specialized and accepted science."
Katherine Kelly Lang, Bold & Beautiful Soap Opera Star -
"I leave my chiropractor's office feeling fresh and rejuvenated and
back in line the way I should be. He has also been successful at
getting rid of my tension headaches."
David Cassidy - The Partridge Family TV Series
Lou Waters, CNN Today - "I
like to go to the chiropractor at least once a week and have for the
past 20-25 years. I feel better when I go; I have more energy."
Mel Gibson
Dennis Weaver
Adam Arkin, Chicago Hope
David Duchovney
Sylvester Stallone
Robin Williams
David Copperfield
Denzel Washington
Whitney Houston
Penny Marshall
Kim Bassinger
Alec Baldwin
Richard Gere
Whoopie Goldberg
Ted Danson
Macaulay Culkin
Demi Moore
Johnathan Lipnicki
Tea Leoni
Steven Segal
Dianne Carroll
Richard Kuss
Johnetta Cole
Jim & Jan Brolin
Cher
Jerry Seinfeld
Doris Day
Burt Reynolds
Robin Wright
Meredith Baxter
Phyllis Diller
James Earl Jones
Alan Thicke
Christie Brinkley
Patrick Stewart
Clint Eastwood
Linda Hamilton
Jane Seymour
Dolf Lundgren
Michael Shurtleff
Heidi Kling
Josephine Pemice-Fales
Members of Cosby Family
David Spade
Shirley MacLaine
Liza Minnelli
Marcello Angelini
Daniella Buson
Authors
John Robbins, Author of Pulitzer prize-nominated international best seller, "Diet For A New America" - "Chiropractic
works in harmony with the basic healing forces of the body, whereas the
allopathic, western medical establishment doesn't have nearly as
holistic a vision."
Dr. Norman Vincent Peale - Author/Philosopher
Candace Pert, Ph.D - Author of Molecules Of Emotion: The Science Behind Mind-Body Medicine and other great books.
Anthony Robbins - Author/Motivational Speaker
Mark Victor Hansen - Author/Motivational Speaker
Fitness Experts
Dr. Joyce Verdel - "Chiropractic helps athletes and people
working out, engaging in a sport or even just performing daily
functions such as walking and sitting, to operate at their peak levels
of performance without pain. I highly recommend that you pay a visit to
your local chiropractor."
Ms. Fitness USA, Sarah Harding, Speaks Out About Chiropractic
"Basically, I've always believed in chiropractic care. My parents
introduced my brothers and myself to chiropractic care when we were
very young and it's been an instrumental part of my life. I believe
that it allowed me to do gymnastics when I was very little and allowed
me to stay in sports and lead a very active lifestyle. I think it's
natural to have aches and pains when you bend your body in directions
it wasn't necessarily meant to [be bent in], so it makes sense to go to
a chiropractor to get my body back in alignment. Ever since I can
remember, I've gone to a chiropractor. www.sarahhardingfitness.com
Musicians
Van Halen
Air Supply's Graham Russell
Madonna
Fred Schneider and Kate Pierson - B2's
Rosanne Cash
Alabama
Connie Smith
Travis Tritt
Kenny Loggins
Victoria Williams
Members of Greatful Dead
Members of Extreme
Members of Bon Jovi
Members of Dwight Yoakam's Band
The Eagles
Peter Frampton
Roberta Flack
Athletes
A research study conducted by Drs. Anthony Lauro and Brian
Mouch, published in the journal of Chiropractic research and Clinical
Investigation, 1991, indicated chiropractic care might improve athletic
performance by as much as 16.7% over a two week period. The report also
concluded that subluxation-free athletes react faster, coordinate
better, execute fine movements with improved accuracy and precision,
amounting to an overall better athlete.
Top professionals
in every sport are under chiropractic care to increase health and
performance. The following are just a few sports stars under
chiropractic care.
Mindy Mylrea, World Champion - "We put a great deal of stress on our bodies, so chiropractic is very helpful."
Bernard Horn, Men's Champion - "My chiropractor is really phenomenal. I've gotten stronger and greatly increased my flexibility."
Larry & Todd Wise, World Champions
Jose Canseco - "I've found that it's a great stress reliever to get adjusted. It takes away a lot of the tightness in the muscles"
Wade Boggs - "Last
year I found Dr. Newman (chiropractor), and I have been seeing him ever
since. I have been pain-free and feeling terrific. I swear by it. Now,
it is just maintenance and keeping in line so the nerves don't touch."
Greg Mathews - Credits chiropractic with helping him get off the disabled list and overcome a career-threatening slump!
Ryan Sandberg - His wife Cindy explained, "He's had some awesome games after getting an adjustment. He was frequently adjusted before games."
Dan Schayes - "I use chiropractic as my main source of healthcare."
Gerald Wilkins - "I
didn't know how much I could improve until I started seeing a
chiropractor. Since I've been in chiropractic, I've improved by leaps
and bounds, both mentally and physically."
Michael Jordan
Charles Barkley
Robert Parish
Jack Sikma
Scottie Pippin
John Stockton
Kenny Sousa
Joel Thompson
Brent Steiner
Fred Klaven
Arnold Schwarzenegger -
"Bodybuilders and fitness people have been using chiropractic very
extensively in order to stay healthy and fit. I found it was better to
go to a chiropractor before you get injured. We are a perfect team- the
world of fitness and the world of chiropractors."
Lee Haney, Mr. Olympia (1984-91)
Clifta Coulter, Miss USA
John Defrendis, Mr. USA
Grace Lewis, World Champion Power Lifter, Record Holder
Kevin Levrone, National Champion
Rick Valente, ESPN's "Body Shaping"
Evander Holyfield -
"I have to have an adjustment before I go into the ring. I do believe
in chiropractic. I found that going to a chiropractor three times a
week helps my performance. The majority of boxers go to get that edge."
Rocky Marciano, Heavyweight Champion 1956
Jack Dempsy
Tony Lopez
Michael Carbojol
Muhammad Ali
Joe Montana - "I've been seeing a chiropractor and he's really been helping me out a lot. Chiropractic's been a big part of my game."
Joe Montana and 35 of his teammates received chiropractic care right before the 1990 Super Bowl Game.
Irving Fryar - I definitely believe that chiropractic care has
attributed to my fitness. I don't think I could maintain my level of
play without chiropractic. When I go to Dr. Napoli for an adjustment I
immediately feel better."
Emmit Smith - "I go see Dr.
Bill (chiropractor) when I get bent out of shape on Sundays. Playing in
a football game is like being in 30-40 car accidents."
Crawford Kerr - "Dr. Bill (chiropractor) kept me on the field many times."
Atlanta Falcons Team
San Francisco 49ers Team
Detroit Lions Team
Denver Broncos Team
Dallas Cowboys Team
Ed "Too Tall" Jones
Charles Haley
Roger Craig
Bob Hayes
Sean Landeta
Paul Fraze
Ricky Bell
Dammone Johnson
Alex Karras
Mark May
Gary Clark
Terry Kirby
Keith Jackson
Mike Ingram
Mike Timson
Bill Fralic
Warren Moon
Dan Marino
Terance Mathis
Gary Downs
Byron Hanspard
Ruffin Hamilton
Craig Saur
Lester Archambeau
Ronnie Bradford
Tim Dwight
Bob Christian
Joe Profit
Lenny McGill
Keith Crawford
Coey Louchiey
Fred Funk, PGA Tour Professional - "I
do believe chiropractic has really benefited my game. Over the last
three years, I feel I have become more exposed to, and knowledgeable
about, the benefits of chiropractic for me and my game. I realize how
your body can get out of balance, and chiropractic care helps....."
Barbara Bunkowsky, LPGA Tour Professional -
"I have found that chiropractic keeps me flexible and pain-free so that
I can perform at my highest level. The benefits of chiropractic
have improved my golf swing, putting less stress and strain on my
body and allowing me to be a more productive golfer. I believe it also
helps prevent other associated injuries that are very common on the
LPGA tour."
Patti Rizzo
Sandra Palmer
Lynn Connelly
Beth Daniel
Jan Stephenson
Donna White
Kim Baur
Patty Sheehan
Lynn Adams
Sally Little
Amy Alcott
Mary Lou Retton
Olga Korbut
Detroit Redwings Team
Wayne Gretzky
Simon Whitfield
Donovan Baily, 100 Meter
Tiger Woods
Brett Hull
George Angat Jr., US Lightweight Champion - "The split second that can be added to my speed by my chiropractor could be crucial."
Manager-Denis Doucette - "Chiropractic
care gives him that little advantage, that little extra strength and
quickness and allows him his best opportunity to regain his title."
Dan O'Brien, Decathlon - "You
obviously can't compete at your fullest if you're not in alignment. And
your body can't heal if your back is not in alignment. It was the
holistic idea that I liked about chiropractic and tat is what track and
field is about. Every track and field athlete that that I have ever met
has seen a chiropractor at one time or another. In track and field, it
is absolutely essential. Chiropractic care is one of the things I think
that no one has denied or refuted."
Joe Greene, Long Jump - "I know chiropractic helped me. It helped my performance and I feel better."
Alberto Juantorena, 400 & 800 Meter
Bruce Jenner, Decathlon
Mac Wilkins, Discus
Dwight Stones, Hi-jump
Edwin Moses, Hurdles
Maria Maricich, Skiing
Suzy Chaffee, Skiing
Mary Decker, Track
Willie Banks, Triple Jump
Joseph Arvay, Wrestler
Nancy Ditz, Marathon
Vale Peter Brock
Before
I had regular chiropractic care, I had only “first aid” type care a few
times prior. I guess you could say I was in a slow physical decline.
From childhood on, I was determined to achieve my goals and desires,
however it was becoming tougher – I was doing it with less ease and
good humour. When I began regular chiropractic care and maintenance, it
was not due to any crisis, but rather as a realization that things
couldn’t continue as they had been. I immediately felt lighter,
stronger and more aware of everything that was happening around me.
This included my body and it’s performance levels, even my taste buds.
I grew an inch at the age of 39.
I became far more energetic, clearer of mind and in time with the
intuitive component of myself. To me, this constitutes success -
living life to its fullest potential. Chiropractic has meant I have
greater resilience, quicker recovery from fatigue. I have a lifestyle
that in any ones estimation is hectic and physically demanding and I
found this no longer had any negative impact on me.
Let’s be frank, preventative health care and general well being are
what society needs, not more drugs or procedures that encourage people
to hand responsibility for their health to others. Chiropractic care
has only realised a small part of its true potential. I believe it
needs to be very clear and patient with its objectives. The great
temptation in this current era is for instant gratification and instant
results. Compromise is acceptable but never at the loss of one's
integrity. Chiropractic and other therapies will eventually surpass
those that don’t recognise the true nature of who we really are.
The ever increasing trend towards non intrusive, natural health care
therapies simply presents an acceptable choice to the vast majority who
had placed much of their power in the hands of those saying they have
the answers.
"I
am very fortunate to have, so-to-speak, my in-house chiropractor, Dr.
Franco Colombu, as my own personal chiropractor. So, I visit Franco
regularly, and he comes over to my house. He adjusts my wife, my kids,
me, everybody gets an adjustment. And we feel always great when Franco
leaves. Even when I have athletic injuries he's always there for me,
and helps me. So it's really terrific, and I know that first hand.
That's why I always will be traveling around, all over the world,
talking highly about the profession of chiropractic. You chiropractic
doctors are really miracle workers, and that's why it's really great to
have you here, part of the Arnold Classic. Because, like I said, the
Arnold Classic and Fitness Weekend are about health and about fitness
and preventive care." Arnold Schwarzenegger
Jeff
Spencer, D.C. has been working with Lance Armstrong since January of
1999, helping him to keep his body together for the harsh demands of
the Tour de France. After last year's Tour de France, Lance said that he could not have won without Jeff's help. With Lance approaching his second victory, the same thing might well be true.
One
of the most recognizable celebrity/athletes, holder of four Superbowl
rings, three Superbowl MVP's and Player of the Year in 1990 has just
agreed to become the spoke person for Chiropractic in the State of
California. Joe Montana "Chiropractic care works for
me." 
The
Oct. 10 episode highlighted Smith’s relationship with his doctor of
chiropractic, Robert Parker, DC. The video footage showed Smith
receiving a few “minor repairs” before this week’s Samba competition.
After receiving treatment from Dr. Parker, Smith went on to deliver
“the best samba of the night,” according to head judge Len Goodman. 
Mark Victor Hansen - Author/Motivational Speaker
Madonna
Before
I had regular chiropractic care, I had only “first aid” type care a few
times prior. I guess you could say I was in a slow physical decline.
From childhood on, I was determined to achieve my goals and desires,
however it was becoming tougher – I was doing it with less ease and
good humour. When I began regular chiropractic care and maintenance, it
was not due to any crisis, but rather as a realization that things
couldn’t continue as they had been. I immediately felt lighter,
stronger and more aware of everything that was happening around me.
This included my body and it’s performance levels, even my taste buds.
I grew an inch at the age of 39.