TESTIMONIALS Some of the following testimonials are from people that were taken care of at Glide Memorial Church Health Clinic. I am referred to as Sasha because it is the Russian translation for Alexander. Everyone at Glide refers to me as Sasha. Initially I had gone to Dr. Khanin as a last resort. I was experiencing limitations to the mobility of my neck and severe pain in my jaw, which was being treated ineffectively with medication. I was prescribed (increasing) dosages of Nortryptaline, but continued having pain. Desperate, I went to see Dr. Khanin for a neck adjustment in hopes of an organic change in symptoms. Within weeks the pain in my jaw, which had been going on for about a year, began to subside. With the neck adjustments I was able to function without pain and now have hopes of weaning myself off the medication entirely. ~Denise Dear Sasha, Thank you so much for your sensitive care and generous giving of time and self. I recommend your services highly to anyone who is "a bit nervous" about chiropractors. ~Heather Dear Alex, This note is in appreciation for the wonderful work you have been doing with me. On the morning of April 27, I was stricken with a problem in my left leg. Over several days the condition worsened, to the point where I was in nearly constant pain and unable to put weight on my leg. A visit with a myofacial therapist gave me only temporary relief. When I met you, I was still in severe pain. My emotions were raw and I was unable to express feelings of any kind without tears. You patiently listened to my description of my condition, without appearing to judge in any way. You displayed a professional confidence that reassured me. You also did something I have rarely seen any doctor in any discipline do. You described the objective of your work, what we were going to do together and what I could expect as a result. After the first session, I was able to walk and I was free of pain for 12 hours. After our fourth session, I felt nearly normal again. This week, I have been concentrating on retraining my body to walk normally, without limping. I feel that this degree of progress with such a short therapeutic program is nothing less than miraculous. You have my confidence and my gratitude. Thank you for being a model professional. ~David Dull I met Sasha through Glide Memorial Church. I had been suffering from high blood pressure, headaches and insomnia and had tried seeing other specialists with no positive results. He evaluated and adjusted me and I felt relief almost immediately. I was finally pain-free and happy. I pray for Sasha and Glide Memorial Church for offering me the services I needed. ~Elsa Ramirez I have endured chronic lower back pain for over three years. I could no longer perform my favorite physical activities-bicycling, dancing, hiking, and weight lifting. Since coming to Dr. Khanin, my pain has greatly subsided. I now have returned to my sports activities and can do the more strenuous activities including jumping jacks, cardio kick boxing and sit-ups, without pain. My mood and spirit has greatly improved as well. What a joy it is to return to my active lifestyle. ~Lily Thang "Hi my name is Leslie. I'm an administrative assistant at Glide Health Clinic and I have been seeing Sashay for about one year now. I met Sashay at Glide when he started to volunteer in our clinic. I can remember my first Chiropractic lesson; Sasha provides an adjustment and does not crack your back. Since then I have learned more of what chiropractic work is about and the great benefits you receive from it. Over the past year I have grown to trust Sasha and have a good relationship with him. I would definitely recommend him to family members and friends. I truly feel he cares about his clients and is genuinely concern with your overall physical and spiritual health. Thanks Sasha." "Karl Gordon: Age 47 American-American, non-smoker. I'm an Inside Sales Representative for a small computer recycling firm in San Rafael. I have always been physically active my entire life. My fitness routine consists of running, cardio training (cross training machine, spin cycling and full court basket ball. I also weight train both circuit and free weights. I normally work out 3 to 4 time a week consistently for the past 25 yrs. I started visiting Sasha about 18 months ago as part of my overall wellness plan. I occasionally experience minor lower bad pain as a result of daily stress and working out. Since the treatments I have greater flexibility and reduced pain, better posture and reduce frequency of pain episodes. Sasha has been very helpful in making me aware of how to better take of my back and neck. Including recommending stretching exercises for both the neck and back. And a greater awareness of how stress may effect my back. I would highly recommend Sasha to my friends because has good knowledge and is committed to helping his clients gain most from the experience. By donating his time to Glide he has made it possible for someone like myself who is uninsured the opportunity to take advantage of the service and I'm very grateful. Glide is blessed to have him a part of their medical staff. I have and continue to benefit from his high quality health care." "My name is Carol. I first became aware of chiropractic services when I was involved in a car accident a few years ago. I received physical therapy as part of my treatment and it was suggested to me to check out chiropractic. What I found was more than just a physical adjustment to my body. After seeing Sasha, I've come away with a greater knowledge and understanding to the language of my mind, body, and spirit. I found Sasha's technique to be different than the conventional "clinical" practice of treatment. And his knowledge and education shared within the sessions again has become part of a new awareness to my personal healing energy. I would definitely recommend this treatment to others even without an injury. It is so much more than a "medical" type of service. Namaste."