The many benefits of Newton Health and Wellness

In December 2013, Newton Health and Wellness' Dr. Kevin Shaw will be celebrating a milestone anniversary — fifteen years of a successful chiropractic practice. Having been a patient of his for about half of those years, I can attest to some of the reasons behind his success.

Having been diagnosed with spinal stenosis through an MRI several years ago and suffering with acute sciatica, I had been trying to find some relief from this constant pain. Physical therapy was initially tried and only seemed to aggravate the situation. I was referred to a doctor to try a series of injections into my spine; the first one giving some relief for a couple of months, the second for a couple of weeks, and the third not at all. Someone suggested I try acupuncture for pain management, which initially brought me to Dr. Shaw’s practice. He had an acupuncturist employed there and I had good results with the weekly treatments provided for me. Eventually he referred me to see Dr. Shaw, who could provide more relief through his adjustments and therapies. It was at that point in time when my association with Newton Health and Wellness began on a regular basis. For awhile I was seeing him a couple of times a week until things improved and were under control. Since then, I have been a weekly patient on a preventative maintenance program to help keep my health intact and to prevent future problems. There was a time when I could barely walk up and down my stairs. His adjustments have been instrumental in now making my lifestyle much more active and free of constant pain.

Newton Health and Wellness is much more than your typical chiropractic office. Dr. Shaw believes in a package for one’s total health and wellness. He offers alternative healthy natural supplements for the body’s improved functioning. He employs a knowledgeable and most competent massage therapist who works with him to improve the patient’s weaker areas. Her hands work magic on specific areas that need help. There is a room designated for creating and restoring flexibility and ease under the direction of a trained yoga instructor. I’ve come to find out that stretching is such an important part of keeping the body limber and active. Prior to his adjustments, time is spent on a table underneath heat packs on several areas of the back and neck. The quiet time relaxing under heat with soft music playing in the background is total relaxation and so beneficial to the adjustments forthcoming. It’s also an opportunity to meditate and bring peacefulness to your being. Dr. Shaw’s wife, Ati, is also an important part of this practice. Her warm and friendly demeanor has endeared her to each of his patients, giving a feeling of friendship and family. She handles many of the business responsibilities as well as helping with the patients. Ati is Dr. Shaw’s “right hand” for sure!

I have seen many changes take place during the past several years at this health care facility, including the physical appearance of his practice. There was building construction for a huge room expansion and major renovations done to both floors of this dwelling. What was once a barn in the back of the property is now a modern and remodeled building where classes are held for Yoga and Pilates as well as cardio and strength training to promote and restore conditioning. There is also an outdoor garden area, complete with waterfall, where his services can be performed in a lovely open-air and tranquil setting.

In addition, Dr. Shaw has presented varied workshops to offer informative educational topics to the community in order to empower the patient. He has done extensive research for the past three to five years in an effort to write a book which will detail methods of empowering health and wellness. His future plans for his practice are, in his words, “to continue to improve and try to meet the changing health needs of the community.”

I feel blessed for finding this special place that I visit each week to provide me with the important preventative maintenance needed to safeguard my health and well being. Newton Health and Wellness has become a part of making my life much more productive. I totally endorse this practice and hope they continue to celebrate many more anniversaries in their business of helping people live better lives!

Beverly Rentler
Newton