Thanks Dr. Ness
I have known Dr. David Ness for 5 years; I refer ALL of my athletes to him! His knowledge of the human body is excellent; combine that with an intuitive presence and his work is practically flawless. EVERY single athlete I’ve referred to him has become healthier, happier and active, once again.
Thanks, David!
Mark H. Wilson Professional Triathlon Coach Founder/President-Hudson Valley Triathlon Club
My IT Band pain is gone!
“I had been lucky during my running career not to have to deal with many serious injuries, but that made it only more frustrating when I started having IT band problems after running my marathon PR at Chicago in October 2006. Ice, anti-inflammatories, stretching, and using a foam roller didn’t seem to help. I took three weeks completely off thinking that the rest would solve the problem, but the pain seemed even worse when I started running again. By this point I was getting nervous. I had read a lot of horror stories of people dealing with this injury for months, even years of chronic pain and inability to run. A friend recommended Dr. Ness. I was hopeful that he might be able to help me, but I was a little skeptical, as I had not had any experience with ART before. Not only that, I was wary of starting a treatment that might drag on for months at a time. My first few treatments were painful, but I could feel a difference almost immediately. Within a week I was riding a bike; within two weeks I could jog 15 minutes without pain; within three weeks I was running 30 minutes three or four times a week. It took no more than 10 treatments over the course of a month, maybe less, before I was getting back into my normal training routine, running pain-free. Five months later, I narrowly missed the course record at the Finger Lakes 50K. Now I’m looking forward to another marathon PR at Chicago 2007. Thanks to Dr. Ness, my injury did not become a chronic issue, and I’m running as well as ever.”
Dr. Jay Friedman, ER Physician -Vassar Bro Hosp.
Finally, I’m better after my hip surgery
I came to Dr. Ness after a somewhat unusual stress fracture in my hip, given my age of 37, and a subsequent surgery to pin the fracture. Although after six months the fracture was pronounced healed, and numerous MRIs and even more physicians could find no apparent physical cause, I was still in pain. Beyond the pain, I was as equally bothered by the complete loss of my active lifestyle, which included running half marathons, rock climbing and snowboarding.
Since beginning ART treatments with Dr. Ness, the severity and frequency of my pain have certainly lessened. However, what I perhaps have found even more valuable is that I’ve been able to resume my athletic pursuits. In fact, I’ve even noticed that I now have a greater range of motion and flexibility that I never had, even prior to my injury. I’m happy to say that within just a few months of seeing Dr. Ness, I’ve been rock climbing some pretty tough grades and even slowly getting back to running. I’ve even felt strong enough to try ice climbing this winter.
Dr. Ness understands that for many of us, just walking or being pain-free isn’t good enough. He understands the demands of sport-specific athletics and helps you reach those goals in particular.
Jill Macelhiney, Gardiner
My knee pain is gone after horrible fracture
Just wanted to express my appreciation for your ART treatment of my leg problems. As you know, I sustained a tibial plateau fracture (3 breaks) in a skiing accident 3 years ago. I also suffered knee damage warranting a bone graft.
Since rehabilitation from the injuries, I have been plagued with knee pain and constantly recurring hamstring strains and tears. After 3 months of treatment by you, my leg feels better than it has at any time since the accident. My hamstring is stronger than ever and gives me only occasional trouble. The knee pain is also reduced from what it was. My range of motion for flexing and extending with the leg has also increased since I started treatment with you. I continue to get stronger and expand the extent of my physical activity.
Skiing is on the horizon for next winter. 
Michael Cox, Saugerties
Thanks Dr. Ness
At 42, I’d been suffering from lower back injuries that began at age 15, from chronic lower back pain for more than 10 years and had developed a twisted posture over the past four. Chiropractic treatments, exercise and yoga yielded measured results and the pain returned more and more often. It was difficult to get through a day at work, to play guitar for more than a few songs, or to lift either of my young sons, I discovered that 2 herniated discs were at the core of my problem when I relocated to New Paltz in January of 2007.
I was referred to Dr. Ness dozens of times. With hesitation and at the end of my rope, I sought help from Dr. Ness. By the end of the day of my first Active Release treatment, I stood in the mirror, straighter than I’d been for weeks. After a few treatments, as well as doing the stretches and exercises that Dr. Ness recommended, I was having pain-free days and feeling a strength and confidence I’d lost long ago.
I’m now on maintenance, exercising regularly and on the road to the best shape of my life. I’m learning to use my body in ways that are building strength and protecting my injury, as well as strengthening and healing my disks. I recommend Dr. Ness to anyone seeking compassionate, comprehensive and expert no-nonsense assistance in regaining your chiropractic health. He has changed the course of my life.
Seth Branitz, Karma Road Organic Café
