Quality of life
is dramatically improved for Advanced Wellness Patients

Yvonne's story is a powerful testimony to the therapeutic results of the DRX9000. Her degenerative disc condition was not only debilitating, but it drained her of the many pleasures she most treasured; one of which was dancing with her granddaughter. Following treatment on the DRX9000, Yvonne can once again enjoy her daily activites which, not too long ago, she had to avoid due to her back pain, and is now looking forward to all those wonderful moments that a grandmother cherishes.
Pictured, Yvonne H. and her granddaughter Alysiah

“Walking into the office each day was like visiting friends. I always received a big hello from Cheryl instead of the usual ‘can I have your co-pay’ I got from other offices. Charlie would joke around & make me laugh while putting me through rigorous therapy. It makes it much easier to bear when it seems like you’re having fun. It’s relaxed & friendly here & my results were great. I would recommend anyone in need of PT to Advanced Wellness. My thanks to all.” Kerry O. 01/25/06

“Dr. Cilea and his expert and gracious staff began my healing process as soon as I shambled with great effort through the door. Exceptional care was given to me, and the advice dispensed was stellar; the education fully covered all angles of my problem. As Sir Francis Bacon once stated- Knowledge is Power. The more you know about your condition the better armed you are to heal first and prevent a reoccurrence.”

“The combination of Chiropractic Care with Physical Therapy
is sensible, logical, and powerful.” “-J.R.


“I have used chiropractic for over 15 years and highly recommend him for his service and his passion for people and a great friend and a true professional.” Steve W.

“My overall experience here has been extremely positive. The staff has been phenomenal with all my needs and was nothing but courteous and professional. As to Dr. Jeff, his assistance with my rehabilitation has been incredible. His approach, humor, expertise, and professionalism were instrumental in my rehabilitation. I would recommend Dr. Jeff without any reservation.” Gerald H. 06/28/06

“I started treatment on Monday February 7, 2005 with headaches on a daily basis, allergy/sinus pressure & the on-set of asthma. I have been coming in for my PT & Adjustments for 3 weeks and do not have headaches anymore. I used my inhaler once. My neck pain has gone away.” Eileen L.

“Having had chronic shoulder pain due to a rotator cuff problem, I came to Advanced Wellness for relief & improvement. Needless to say after a few short weeks seeing Dr. Jeff, the relief came quickly and is improving with each visit. Jeff certainly knows how to identify very quickly what works. It’s like he can see the muscles & tendons that need attention!” Gregory B.

“Nine months ago I started getting migraines and for months afterwards I was unable to get any relief. I had consultations with four different doctors and tried many different medications and still had no relief. My husband told me about Dr. Cilea and thought I would give it a try. I can honestly say since I started here I have not had any migraine problems and the staff always makes me very comfortable. I have just finished my treatments and have no migraines and will miss being there.” Stephanie H. 02/26/07

“A doctor told me a long time ago that you can’t make a hard boiled egg soft again. Not true!! When I first saw Dr. Cilea and the amazing staff of professionals at Advanced Wellness I was, in effect, a hard-boiled egg, all tied up in knots. And now after a few weeks of adjustments & therapy, that hard-boiled egg is soft again. Ready to get back into action. And by the way, I’m 81 years old and If it worked for me…” -C.S. 04/28/07

“Dear Dr. Cilea; WOW last night at about 9:00pm, I realized that I was pain free! I continued to sit very still and savored every second. This lasted about a half hour. Today, Tuesday although busy I noticed several periods when there was NO PAIN! I was elated. Never give up and work with professionals who care are what I think Advanced Wellness (AW) is all about. For more than 5 years I went to others, wasn’t too pleased, then I came to AW in about ’05. Shortly after I moved then returned in ’07 to begin at AW and worked with all (I think) the health care staff. You, Dr. Jeff, Mary Ann, Dr. Yen, and later Dr. B. are all incredible. Also and just as fantastic your office staff, I do know Jennifer and Nicole, but not everyone else. They are always cheerful and so helpful while handling my numerous schedule changes with patience. Billing questions are handled in a similar manner by the rear office. Thank you all so very much for all your help on my journey to wellness. It is greatly appreciated. I now look forward to more hours than days without pain. PS- on Tuesday afternoon I met with your newest staff member Maria Phillips who made me feel quite comfortable while explaining acupuncture. A perfect addition to AW! Again, my sincere thanks.” Helen R. 10/30/07

“Dr. Cilea, I had many headaches before I began coming to you. Since I have been maintaining a monthly visit with you for the past five years I have had no more headaches at all. I am amazed at the difference! Thank you.” –Jane B.

“Dr. Jeff, while crazy, is an excellent physical therapist. The atmosphere here is very calm and relaxed and it never puts any undue pressure to get you along. Dr. Jeff always keeps things fun, but you understand you have to always be working and do your best. In a matter of a couple of weeks my progress has been outstanding allowing me to be back up on my feet and moving around. It was a great job and I enjoyed coming to therapy.” -L.S.

“Thanks Dr. Jeff- my knee feels almost like New. I am looking forward to resuming my exercise walking my dog every day. You all were very nice, professional & made the visits enjoyable.” - Nancy G.

“Dr. Yen has been most helpful with management of my back & leg pain. His treatment has made my daily trips around town almost pain free and his professional care is most appreciated.” Regina W.

“My recovery from a knee replacement operation has been a long and hard one for me. The staff at Advanced Wellness has been warm and caring, especially Dr. Jeff and they have made it almost enjoyable. Thanks guys.”
Bill N.

“Jeff is great. Great fingers. I was in much pain for two weeks. I had been receiving heat and electrical therapy along with adjustments with not much improvement. Then, I was treated by Dr. Gontarski who proceeded to knead the pain right out of my body. I am thankful to all the members of Advanced Wellness Center for their expertise and dedication to their patients.” Mario G. 07/14/06

“I have been coming here for a number of years. An injury from high school looked as if it would lead to be a lifetime of chronic pain. Because of the personal attention you receive from here, I am able to report the most positive results. When you come here, it is about you, not your condition. I would recommend these guys to everyone I know; I already do.”- Jason R.

“Your service is great. There has never been a time that I had to wait for my appointment. The doctors are truly concerned about my condition and your staff is excellent. It is a pleasure to come here knowing that I’m getting good medical attention.” Charlie C.

“I am extremely pleased with the PT services I received from Dr. Jeff. He started working with me when my pain level was between an 8-9 and now I am down to about a 1-2. He has made a big difference in the quality of my life.” -D.J.

“My condition was a herniated disc and 2 bulging discs in my cervical spine. A number of doctors, including Dr. Cilea, was shocked that I was walking around. Also there was a loss of strength on my left side. After my treatments on the DRX9000 and the great staff of physical therapy, my condition has greatly improved. The numbness is gone & my strength is almost back to normal!!!!” -J.K.

“When I first arrived at Advanced Wellness I could not stand up for more than ten minutes because of acute sciatic pain. After just a few visits to Advanced Wellness the pain began to gradually go away because of the great care I received from all of the doctors at the practice. Thank you.”

“I would like to thank Dr. Cilea and his friendly staff for a wonderful job in relieving my pain in my lower back in only a few short visits. Thank you.” William K.

“My experience with Advanced Wellness has been great. Physical Therapy has helped and the program was well thought out. My physical therapist was outstanding.” -D.P.

“I guess it was my lucky day when I chose Advanced Wellness for pain treatment after experiencing extreme pain in my lower back which ran down my right leg. After an MRI showed a herniated disc pinching the nerve, I was then told by Dr. Yen I could be a good candidate for their machine called the DRX9000. I decided to try it. I started at a high pain level, which decreased in numbers after a few sessions. By the time I completed the required 20 sessions on the DRX9000, I am happy to say I was pain free. I was very pleased with the entire staff who was always there for me, and the physical therapist Mary Ann who helped treat my condition. Thank you all at Advanced Wellness and thank you Dr. Cilea for having the DRX9000.” -Catherine L.

“Before starting the DRX9000, I was in constant pain for 7 years. I had neck pain, shoulder pain, and pain that radiated through my arms and into my hands. I started to feel relief from the pain after a few visits. By the end of my treatment, I felt great. The pain was gone; I could move my head without neck pain. The pain in my arms, shoulders, and hands was gone.” Bea A.

“Since having my treatments on the DRX9000 for my lower back pain/condition, I have been experiencing the following: less pain, more mobility with back including sitting down at my desk for longer periods of time, less in-take of pain medication, and feeling slightly better in the mornings when getting up from sleeping. DRX9000 met my expectations for pain management for my lower back/condition. I would like to thank all staff and doctors who took part in helping me to live a pain-free life and assisted me in this time of need.” Michael A.

“I had pain since 1999 and was in pain between 7-8 scale. After coming to Advanced Wellness and completing all 20 sessions, my pain came down to 3 on scale. Dr. Jeff was very helpful and constantly concerned about my back pain. I thank you Dr. Jeff for his great work and considering my feelings and concerns.” -J.P.

“When I first met Dr. Cilea to discuss treatment for my back, my pain level ranged from 8 to 10 (excruciating.) I was not able to stand on my feet or walk for more than 5 to 10 minutes. The pain had become debilitating. I had seen several doctors; nothing seemed to help. Surgery was recommended; that is when I decided to get more information about DRX9000. I’m happy to say that after my treatments were finished, I gradually got relief from my pain. I’m able to function normally, get a full night sleep; all without pain medication. I truly feel much better than I did back in November. Many thanks to Dr. Cilea and his excellent staff. Special thanks to Mary Ann for her professionalism and knowledge, but most of all, for her caring ways. She made it a pleasure to make my appointments.” Charles N. 02/12/07

“I came to Advanced Wellness in a lot of pain. I had just finished with a chiropractor who could not help to relieve my pain anymore. My last resort was to have surgery on my back, until I found an ad on Dr. Cilea’s DRX9000 decompression machine. By this time, I’d try anything before surgery. During my interview with Dr. Cilea, he explained the operation of the DRX9000. I had 20 plus treatment sessions on the DRX including PT with Mary Ann, the therapist. After 2-3 weeks of the machine I was feeling better, almost back to normal. I owe a lot to the therapists and staff who treated me like family.”
- Rolanda R.

“I retired this year with the intention of living a relaxed and low stress lifestyle. But as life would have it, I woke up one morning with severe pain in my lower back, which radiated down my left leg to my foot, causing me to limp. This pain wasn’t new to me. I had one herniated disc operated on in 1999, which alleviated my pain. Unfortunately, it has returned with a vengeance. The same disc was involved plus two bulging discs. I went to an orthopedic surgeon and he recommended physical therapy and strong pain medications, which did not agree with me. After three weeks of this therapy, my condition was aggravated even more. A friend gave me an advertisement for Advanced Wellness that featured the DRX9000 machine. It sounded like something I should look into because I did not want to have back surgery again. I scheduled a consultation with Dr. Celia and after he looked at my MRI he told me that with my condition I was a candidate for the DRX9000. Dr. Celia also stated that if I was seriously committed to correcting my condition, that he had his staff would do whatever they could to help me. At that point and with the pain I was experiencing, I decided that I had to try the DRX9000. After approximately six weeks on the DRX9000, which was also followed up by physical therapy in the office, my pain level has dropped from a pain level of 9, which was severe to a level of 1. Thank you to Dr. Celia and his staff, especially Mary Ann for helping me attain a better quality of life. I am very happy with the final results and highly recommend the DRX9000 and the Advanced Wellness office to give you back your life.” John B.

“Before DRX treatment began, my pain levels were 5-6 in the right leg and 1-3 in the left leg. At the completion of the post-DRX therapy, my right leg pain levels are 2-3 and the left leg has been 0 for the past few weeks. As I continue with the strengthening exercises, I hope to reduce the right leg pain levels even more. The most noticeable overall improvement has been in the evenings during sleep periods. Many thanks to the Advanced Wellness staff for not only their technical skills, but also for their high degree of caring and professionalism." Bob M.

“I recently hurt my back and I couldn’t do anything for myself. I went to Advanced Wellness. They were able to treat my problem without causing me more pain. I looked forward to going to therapy, I felt so much better. My back feels better now than it has in a very long time. I recommend Advanced Wellness to anyone who will listen.” Janice A.

“Having never had serious pain before that went away relatively quickly, I was somewhat skeptical about physical therapy. However, working with Mary Ann was great. She explained all the exercises and how they would strengthen my back. She gradually introduced new exercises that have helped in all aspects of my treatment. I would strongly recommend physical therapy, especially treatments given by Mary Ann." Henry N.

“I have suffered with chronic pain as a result of a motor vehicle accident. I was worried and off work and felt that my career in the nursing field would have to end. My first visit with Dr. Celia was very reassuring; he was understanding and compassionate. We discussed treatment with the DRX machine and I felt that it would be beneficial and help to alleviate my neck pain. The staff was remarkable and made my road towards healing so much easier. The treatment with the DRX machine and the care from Dr. Celia and staff has helped me to continue working in the nursing field. I highly recommend the Advanced Wellness Team to anyone who is suffering with chronic pain in the neck. I cannot thank you enough.” Carol C., RN

“After several weeks of suffering with severe pain and numbness in my lower back and right leg, I went to see Dr. Joe Cilea. He recommended an MRI, which showed bulging discs and spinal stenosis at L 2, 3, 4, & 5 to some degree. He suggested the DRX9000 protocol along with PT and chiropractic, which quickly relieved the numbness and pain. The DRX9000 procedure is absolutely painless and will ultimately leave you pain free. I can’t thank Dr. Joe and his caring staff enough for their help. I think of them each time I get out of a chair or bed without pain. Thanking you again.” -John L.

“I had difficulty in walking, even short distances and standing in one spot. Since I have had the treatments I have found that I am able to do both. The treatments are totally painless and I would recommend them to everyone. The treatment time seemed to go so quickly. I am happy I found Advanced Wellness. I would be remiss if I did not mention the staff. From the moment you walk through the door you are warmly welcomed; everyone is friendly and outgoing. You are treated as you’ve been a friend of theirs for a lifetime- you are not just a name on a chart. Thank you to a very caring group; receptionists, therapists, and doctors.” Sandra B.

“I have recently completed 20 treatments on the DRX9000 and have greatly lessened my pain level to nearly a zero. My range of motion has steadily been improving with the diminished pain and allowing me to better move and do strengthening and flexing exercises. I plan to continue strengthening exercise to protect and enhance the stability in my back. I am now able to do some every day things that I have not been able to do since my injury over 15 months ago. Basic things like washing my face & brushing my teeth in the morning are now painless. Waking up without pain and being able to get up out of bed without a great effort make all the difference in the type of day I will have. My children and family are all happier to have a pain-free mom.” Helen A.

“From the first visit I obtained almost instant relief. I felt like Dr. Joe’s hands were blessed. I have steadily progressed since then. I have returned to work within 1 ½ months of first coming here.” -R.M.

“I came to Advanced Wellness because I heard about decompression from a friend. I did some research and found out that Advanced Wellness had the DRX9000. I was suffering from severe lower back pain due to a herniated disc that was pinching my nerve. I saw 3 different specialists & they all recommended surgery to fix the problem & alleviate the pain. I even scheduled my surgery. When I walked into Advanced Wellness & met with Dr. C., I was in severe pain that started in my back & shot down my leg. I had to take very strong pain medication in order to function. Having seen other chiropractors in the past, I was very skeptical. I wanted to try 1 last thing before I had my surgery. To my surprise, after 3-4 sessions on the DRX & with the help of the physical therapists here, my pain level started to drop! After about 10 sessions I stopped taking my pain medication & felt about 50% better. After finishing all my treatments, my pain level went from a 9 to a 1 and I cancelled my surgery. The combination of the DRX9000 and the friendly & knowledgeable staff here at Advanced Wellness made a huge difference in my wellbeing. Thank you Heather, Nicole, Mary Ann, Charlie, Jeff & Dr. C.”
- Roberto M.

“I have been in pain for 10 years from herniated discs in my lower back. Over the years, I have had several epidurals in my lower back with only short-term success. My chiropractor recommended I try the DRX9000 for treatment. I can honestly say that after completing the program at Advanced Wellness I’m practically pain free. I would strongly recommend this treatment for any type of back pain.” Bill Z.

“Before using the DRX9000, I would have trouble bending at all forward or backward. Then after using the DRX9000, I was able to get back into doing every-day activities. As a result, I felt after finishing on the DRX9000, I could train again for wrestling. This was important because of the high demand of activity my sport requires. So, I feel that the DRX9000 gave me the strength to be able to start to get back to my old training ways.” Michael G.

“I injured my back in August 2005 while exercising. I was unable to sit, stand, walk, or lay down for more than 20 minutes at a time. I saw an ad for treating pain with the DRX9000 system. They said it could help my herniated disc. I decided to try it. After 3 weeks of treatment, I noticed a big change. No pain. I am able to stand, walk and sit for longer periods of time. I am able to get up in the morning with no pain.” Joyce S.

“Before beginning chiropractic with Dr. Cilea & Dr. Beck, I was having migraines 3-4 times per week. After 3 weeks I was having 1-2 per week and within 6 weeks, none. After combining chiro & acupuncture with Maria, I feel my overall health has vastly improved. Less stress, anxiety & increased strength.” J.M.

“With a diagnosis of Carpel Tunnel Syndrome, I experienced the following symptoms associated with the disorder: numbness in fingers, hands totally falling asleep (especially while sleeping), uncomfortable achiness, slight pain in wrists, and loss of strength in both hands. Then, Dr. Cilea brought the Cold Laser machine into his office. With regular treatments, I noticed changes soon after. Now, I can say the symptoms I first experienced are non-existent. I would highly recommend this course of treatment to anyone with Carpel Tunnel. My biggest fear, when first diagnosed, was that someday I would require surgery. That fear no longer exists thanks to Dr. Cilea.” - Suzanne D.

Before treatment, my neck was stiff and I couldn’t bend it side to side. I had numbness and tingling in my 4th and 5th fingers on my left hand. I took Mobic to take the edge off. After chiropractic and PT treatment, my numbness in my finders is gone and the pain in my neck is gone. I also have much better range of motion. I’m sleeping better and I am not taking Mobic.” Linda G. 06/12/06

“Before my treatment, I was experiencing a lot of pain in my back and down my legs. I was unable to walk, sit, or sleep without feeling pain. My treatment with DRX has enabled me to do things such as walk long distances, which I had not been able to do in years. Now, I am able to sleep all night without having to wake up due to pain. I am also able to play with my kids without worrying that it may trigger pain symptoms. This treatment has definitely returned my life back to normal. I highly recommend it for all those who suffer with pain, as I once did.” Martha T.

“The first time I came on July 8th, 2005, I could not sit, stand, or walk. I was in major pain. After one and a half weeks I am now 75% better. Dr. Cilea and Dr. Berger are very caring people. They are excellent chiropractors. They took me in immediately and are still treating me with tender loving care. I want to thank you for helping me.” Mary N.

Patients at Advanced Wellness describe their overall results

“Extremely better range of motion in neck & arms, stiffness virtually gone, pain in left arm and hand is gone, and generally feeling so much better.” –Cheryl L.

“Excellent. Initially, the pain subsided very fast & became bearable. It is now diminishing steadily.” RB

“Relief of pain and more flexibility!” Alex B.

“I usually suffer from allergies, but because of chiropractic care, I did not suffer from any allergies this season!” Ehsan W.

“Very good results; presently, almost no pain, able to sleep without pain, and perform physical activity without pain. I would certainly refer others experiencing lower back pain.” MB

“Once treatment began, the daily occurances of headaches diminished significantly. The daily headaches ended & they now occur “maybe” once a month & much less severely.” FG

“A significant increase in my range of motion and decrease in the frequency and magnitude of the pain and headaches.” Suzanne R.

“I try to get adjusted 1x/week and it helps me from taking pain medication for cramps & has erased my neck pain.” Sherrin C.

“Wonderful! I can move again.”

“After 2-3 weeks of treatment 3x a week, I no longer have migraines or headaches.” Jessica W.

Patients at Advanced Wellness describe what they’ve learned about their health

“ Eliminating the cause is the first step.”

“Dr. Cilea always has a great deal of information every time I come in for a visit. This is how I learned about him adjusting another boy for bed-wetting. Trevor is 5 years old & he is very proud every morning when he wakes up dry.”

“You do not have to go to a chiropractor for only your neck & your back. When you are adjusted it helps the nerves all over your body to be healthy. Chiropractic is so much better than drugs (medicine.) Chiropractic means health.”

“Dr. Cilea continuously keeps me educated. Since one of my favorite hobbies is weight-training, I now know how important the spine is in order to carry around muscle and keep the mind healthy.”

Patients at Advanced Wellness share what they’ve learned about their health

“Dr. Cilea always has a great deal of information every time I come in for a visit. This is how I learned about him adjusting another boy for bed-wetting. Trevor is 5 years old & he is very proud every morning when he wakes up dry.” –T.D.

“You do not have to go to a chiropractor for only your neck & your back. When you are adjusted it helps the nerves all over your body to be healthy. Chiropractic is so much better than drugs (medicine.) Chiropractic means health.” –A.A.

“Dr. Cilea continuously keeps me educated. Since one of my favorite hobbies is weight-training, I now know how important the spine is in order to carry around muscle and keep the mind healthy.” –C.P.