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I started treatment with Dr Agrios for my fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis and headaches. I had been suffering with them for many years while on medications without relief. I felt that no one could help me until Dr Agrios treated my teenage daughter with severe fibromyalgia with unbelievable success. I was so amazed with her progress of little to no pain that I decided to give him a shot. I’m glad I did.

I would highly recommend Dr Agrios for any chronic illness or pain that you may have even if you think you have been to the best. His treatments are different because he treats all aspect of who we are, the mental, physical and spiritual. With his approach, I was able to get the relief I so desperately wanted.

One more thing that no other doctor I have gone to has ever been as accessible and caring as Dr Agrios. Once you join his program, you become like family and he will be there when you need him, without question. I feel that part of his program is what helped me get through the anxiety of starting something new. He is behind you 100% of the way and you are not doing this alone.

Pam Berson
Librarian

Where do I begin? I knew for several months that something wasn’t normal. I was having symptoms such as joint pain, anxiety and moodiness, carpal tunnel syndrome, intolerance to cold, exhaustion, depression, etc. The inside of my mouth used to shed as well. I had also complained to my general practitioner about what I thought could be sleep apnea or heart palpitations during my sleep that would wake me up with my heart racing. I complained of carpal tunnel type pain and upper arm pain. She sent me off to the orthopedic who offered two support pieces for the affected muscles and sent me on my way. I was working out and taking an Advil a day for the joint pain, chalking it all up to the aging process. The pain became so bad that I stopped working out altogether. I was only 45 at the time.

About 2 months later I ended up in the ER. I woke up with heart palpitations that were much more than previous times. I couldn’t really breathe and felt dizzy. After lots of testing in the ER, it was determined that I had hypothyroidism and my TSH was at 26. Needless to say I was put on medication for thyroid by my doctor and sent on my merry way. NOT so merry, as I ended up in the ER two weeks later with worse heart symptoms where I actually felt chest pain. They kept me overnight and ran a stress test the following morning. Of course, I was relieved to hear my heart was fine, but worried as to what was happening to me. The only suggestions at the time were Xanax and Lexapro, and psychotherapy. I knew I was truly in a bad place and my body was causing all of these symptoms, not my brain.

THEN...I found Dr. Agrios. Wow! He diagnosed me with Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis, which is an auto-immune disease of the thyroid. He had a regiment for me to follow. He began his treatment for this illness, and I am feeling better than I have in years.

Dr. Agrios’ program worked wonders for me. Through very detailed blood work analysis, proper diet and natural supplements, chiropractic and life-changing therapy. We worked extensively on matters that cause stress in my life, and how to change my ways. He works on the whole person: mind, body and spirit. He works to find the root of the illness and how to treat it naturally. I am still on thyroid medication, but I have eliminated gluten, soy, cow’s milk, and any refined sugar from my diet. What a difference! I no longer crave sugar and caffeine, either.

He is a doctor who genuinely cares about the well-being of his patients. I cannot say enough good things. I recommend Dr. Agrios to anyone who is looking for a holistic approach to healing. I went from feeling hopeless, scared and broken to energetic, strong and vibrant in three months.

Dr. Agrios taught me how my body functions, which made me realize how I can change my habits to improve my quality of life. This empowered me to be able to eat the right foods and supplement my diet with the proper vitamins and minerals that have kept me more energized throughout my hectic day. Now that I am aware of what exactly my body thrives on, I know the correct combinations of supplements to boost my immunity and decrease my stress levels significantly.

I have recently been diagnosed with an immune deficiency called Immunoglobulin A deficiency within the last two years, and several other doctors have previously given me the wrong steps to take. With Dr. Agrios’ help, I’ve been much healthier, felt stronger, and have been able to do more things that I enjoy in my everyday life.

Samantha Laganga
Nursing Student

For the past 2 and a half years, I have suffered from constant weight battles and lethargic lack of energy. I have exercised vigorously and eaten 'healthy' but was still not able to lose a pound. Meeting Dr. Agrios, in October 2012, has changed my life.

After extensive testing, he diagnosed me with functional hypothyroidism and adrenal fatigue. Eliminating gluten, soy, dairy, eggs, and processed white sugar and specific natural supplements, I have gained an unbelievable amount of energy that lasts through the week. I no longer have breakouts, which I have been struggling with for about 4 years. I am not bloated because of my clean diet, and I no longer have stomach aches, which I would get almost every day.

Along with many positive physical changes which I have seen in myself in the past months, my mental, emotional, and spiritual capacity has increased immensely due to the personal coaching he gives me. I have discovered so much about myself, and I am on the way to recovery by healing myself before I move on to college. I owe it all to Dr. Agrios for helping me with what has been the most important journey of my life.

Tedi Pascarella
High School Student

I happened to be at an appointment with my primary physician when I saw a flyer on the wall for a seminar about thyroid issues. Unfortunately, the date for the seminar had passed so I wrote down the name and phone number for the doctor who was holding the seminar. As they say, the rest is history!

I got in to see Dr. Agrios for a consultation and knew immediately that he would change my life. He diagnosed me with Hashimoto’s Disease. You could imagine the look on my face when he explained to me that my thyroid was not the problem but that my immune system was not only destroying my thyroid, it was attacking other parts of me as well. No wonder the thyroid medication wasn’t working well and I needed all of those other medications. I had an autoimmune disease causing my thyroid condition, NOT the other way around!

Being on his program has not only helped me reduce the number of medications I was on (17) down to the current number I am on (5) in 5 months but the life coaching has made such an impact on me that I am a more confident, happier, and so much healthier person now. He discovered that I am gluten sensitive and with the recommended dietary changes along with needed supplements, I have lost over 50 pounds and no longer have the brain fog, depression and constant pain that I had before.

Since I was so impressed with the results I was having with Dr. Agrios’ program, I convinced my skeptical sister to go see him and she also is having awesome results from being on his program-especially the coaching.

He is definitely a life-changer and I would recommend anyone who is interested in feeling better physically, mentally and emotionally to go see him and be another of his success stories.

Shelly Haskett
Rantoul, IL

Dr. Agrios epitomizes what Hippocrates meant when writing the Hippocratic Oath.

My name is Kathleen Johnstone-Horwedel. I am a RN that suffered with many aliments the least of which caused me to accept ECT or Electroconvulsive Shock Therapy. I suffered many years with depression after the birth of my third child. I reluctantly accepted antidepressants, mood stabilizers and anti-anxiety medication's to name a few.

It wasn't until the death of my first born son that my health began to deteriorate rapidly. I tried therapy, exercise, self-help groups, all of which helped to some degree. Unfortunately, I would self sabotage and find myself back on the pity pot once more. When I met Dr. Agrios he himself was unsure as to his ability to motivate my will to grab the reigns in my life and fight once more.

I was taking thirteen different medications all of which caused debilitating side effects. I had Barrette’s esophagus, ulcers, diabetes, depression, fibromyalgia, hypothyroidism (diagnosed as Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis) and had recently undergone a thyroidectomy and hysterectomy.

I had no will to live. I remember speaking to him before undergoing ECT. He asked me to give his program a chance before accepting such a drastic treatment. I decided to go ahead with ECT because I could not conceive that Dr. Agrios' program would be so liberating. After approximately 10 sessions of ECT, I was “told” I was better.

I was also told I would need follow up sessions every month thereafter. My most important goal at that time was to get off the medication that caused me such pain. I was told not to stop any medication and that it might be necessary to add another! I felt betrayed by the system I work for and believed in for so many years.

I finally called Dr. Agrios and despite my reluctance to believe that anyone or any program could help, I've discovered I can live without pain, medication and self pity.

Presently I am only taking one medication for my thyroid, I have no more pain from the fibromyalgia, my diabetes is almost reversed, and I am happier now than I have been in years. I feel that my depression has lifted and I can enjoy my life once again that I thought could never be possible.

It's a tall order to ask one doctor to examine his patient holistically. Dr. Agrios does so with grace, dignity and a sense of professionalism that causes me to finally have a sense of hope. Hope to live, laugh and love again.

Kathleen Johnstone-Horwedel, RN
Registered Nurse

When I was a kid, I was sent around from doctor to doctor. Nobody really knew what on earth was wrong with me. I was always in pain and I had no energy at all. Even simple things like doing my laundry and climbing stairs were difficult. It started to take a turn for the worse in high school. We originally thought that the issue was Rheumatoid Arthritis, so I was put on a lot of medicines to combat the pain. We later found out that they were doing more harm than good to my body. Eventually, I was so weak and tired that I spent weeks at a time out of school.

I was in an incredible amount of pain and lacked the energy to function normally. I spent most of my junior and senior years of high school in my bed. Sitting through class took so much energy out of me that I was afraid to go to school. Most teenagers enjoy going out with friends or walking around the mall. I was lucky to be able to get up and down the stairs.

I received a scholarship from a Florida university and was unable to go due to the severe pain throughout my body. All someone had to do was just slightly touch my skin anywhere and it produced severe pain. I would have to take multiple baths a day especially when I would wake up throughout the night. The baths helped a little but something was better than nothing. I would unfortunately wake my parents up. This would go on every night for years.

Then my mom’s friend told me about Dr. Agrios. To be honest, I don’t know where I would be if I hadn’t undergone his recovery program. My best guess is that I’d be addicted to painkillers or worse. I used to take Vicodin, Tramadol, Plaquenil, Celebrex, Sulfasalazine and Lyrica to combat the pain. Because of the doctor, we were able to find out the cause of the fibromyalgia and that stress was one of the reasons for it. By taking time to sit and talk to me, Dr. Agrios showed me the respect and understanding that the other doctors couldn’t. He gets to the heart of the main problem and fixes it by resolving a group of smaller problems.

I also learned a great deal about myself through the program. When I graduated high school I had this set plan in mind that was completely overwhelming me. I was going to graduate college in four years no matter what damage it did to me. The doctor taught me that it’s okay if a plan changes; we’ve got to do what’s best for ourselves if we really want to succeed. Perhaps, that’s one of the best things I got out of Agrios’ program. Once that issue was resolved, I was much happier and healthier than I imagined I ever would be.

I am now a college student in my freshman year with a part time job in retail. I never imagined that I would be able to stand for five hours at a time. This was never even a thought in my mind six months ago. However, after about five months on his program, it is now a reality.

I would recommend Dr. Agrios to everyone I know who suffers from chronic pain or a similar disease. He is truly amazing and although I’m approaching the end of the program, we will still keep in touch.

Daniela Berson
Student

A close friend of mine met Dr. Agrios through business. She knew how much I suffered through the years with my fibromyalgia and talked to Dr. Agrios about me. He said, “ I have an extensive program that helps chronically ill patients by treating their physical, mental and spiritual levels.” My girlfriend called me immediately so excited; she loved him and wanted me to go to him. How many doctors have I been to, how many doctors said they could help me, how many years of pain, exhaustion, brain fog, weight gain and no help. Oh wait sorry, the only help they would give is drugs. Take this pill for the pain, this pill for the spasms, this pill for the depression and this pill to sleep. But my girlfriend was determined to get me to see him. Months of her nagging me I finally went to see him. What was he going to do that all those other doctors tried and didn’t work? What was his gimmick?

Now to tell you about my background and where I got to this point. I was married at 23 and had my son when I was 24, we owned my childhood home and doing great. I loved life, loved being busy, loved taking my son skiing, camping, sporting events. I thrived on showing my son new experiences any chance I could. Several years later I ended up losing my job with the Government due to a reduction in force (RIF). Then I was lucky enough to start working for a government contractor. I loved my job as a financial analyst and I was working myself up the corporate later as they say. I finally found my calling. The office I worked in was absolutely the best, my boss was wonderful, most of the time, and my coworkers were a blast. We would all get together after work and hang out. We worked hard but had so much fun.

Then things started changing and I started not feeling well. My memory was failing to the point where I felt I could not perform my job. Tried part time hoping I could keep my financial analyst position and it didn’t work, my memory was really failing and the pain and fatigue was just getting worse. After years of going from doctor to doctor, one finally told me I had Fibromylagia. I was around 33-35? All runs together, not a time I want to remember.

As I said above many, many doctors. All these people telling me, try this, heard about this, new meds. I know they were all trying to help but it was getting to the point where I felt nothing was going to help. Last winter, I turned 40, wasn’t working, lost my career, gained 60 pounds, couldn’t get off the couch and was in constant pain. This was going to be my life, no one has helped me and no one can.

I was told I had Lymes Disease and was on antibiotics for 9 months. Then a specialist told me I didn’t have it and the doctor I was seeing was a quack. I have been told that fibromyalgia was a designer disease and wasn’t a real thing. And how many people didn’t believe you. Even my husband has had a hard time with it, can’t blame him. It almost destroyed my family.

All those things I loved to do with my son, was over. I was a totally different person, someone I did not like and didn’t even know. I felt like I was a fat lazy nothing. In my mind as horrible as it sounds it would have been easier if I had cancer. Then people would understand and would help me when I needed it. No one is going to help someone they think is exaggerating their pain and fatigue and is lazy. Then if I had cancer I would look sick and people would finally believe me. I was in a horrible, horrible place when my girlfriend, who I now call my Angel, gave me Dr. Agrios’ phone number……

So here I am, it took me 4 months to go see him, and then after I did see him, I still fought it and it took me another month to sign on with him. And the thing of it is, I have always believed in everything he was saying. I grew up with a mother who always gave us vitamins and worked in a health food store. She even had my Dad and sister go to a chiropractor like Dr. Agrios in the 70’s when it was unheard of. And I still thought how is he any different from the ALL the other doctors.

I will tell you now, he saved my life!!!!!!

What he has developed is the most amazing program! I don’t know how he is not world known and doctors everywhere using his program. Oh wait then they wouldn’t be able to prescribe drugs. It is not easy by any means. It is hard and very emotional. But it is worth every moment. In order for you to get healthy you have to heal every part of your being. I have had some real struggles getting through this, I have fought myself, beat myself up, said I couldn’t do it. But I’m doing it!

And Dr. Agrios is with you EVERY step of the way. That is where the mental and spiritual coaching comes into play. He is there 24 hours a day, for those bad moments you need help getting through. Matter of fact just last night he was texting me because I was having a bad moment. I was feeling I should be further along, but I have come so far and I am so proud of myself. And I couldn’t say that without him supporting through this. What doctor do you know that would be there for you like that? We got done texting at 10 o’clock last night. If I didn’t talk to him I was going to self sabotage myself again and eat something that was going to hurt me.

Some details about what he has found out would probably help. So I found out I am low on Vitamin D and Iron. And one of the biggys is I am Gluten Intolerant and allergic to oats. I have always described myself as a carboholic, I would joke about it all the time, saying I was going to start a group, “HI, My name is Jennifer I am a carboholic!”

Well Dr. Agrios found out through the detailed gluten testing that I am highly addicted to gluten. So that explains the reason why I had and am still having a hard time staying away from it. It’s hard but I am doing it. That food causes pain to my body so I just look at it as pain. Then another part of the test explains why I am in a fog all the time and can’t remember anything. There is a type of gluten, that I had very high numbers on, that affects your brain. So now after a full summer of getting through some really hard emotional issues, during the fall going through a two week detoxification program and staying off of gluten, I feel AMAZING!!!!!!!! I have lost almost 20 pounds, my bloating in my stomach and face has gone down tremendously. My pain is almost gone, fatigue is better. My meds are down by half and working on getting them completely gone. That is why I say Dr. Phil Agrios saved my life!!!!!!!

One more thing, this is really a true account of my life, I am a 41 yr old mom of a 16 yr old from Shrewsbury. I wanted to write this so that I can hopefully help save someone else’s life. I have been through years and years of pain and thought I would never have a chance at a normal life again. Well now I have that chance. And when I say it is a hard program, it’s not the program, it’s the fighting with you that is hard. You know how you would have to fight through those diets or buying those shoes you can’t afford. Yeah, like that, but this will actually save your quality of life. I use to want to fight what’s good for me, but not anymore and when you figure all that out, OMG, what a great feeling. He is the real deal, he truly cares about you and he truly cares about helping people and his program works!!!!!!!!!!

Jennifer Klahre
Shrewsbury

I came to see Dr. Philip Agrios after a meeting at a business card exchange with the Southern Monmouth Chamber of Commerce. I fell off my horse and jammed my back in January 2011. I had discomfort for 5 months and finally decided to do something about it. When I first started with Dr. Phil, he would gently touch my body in any spot and it would be excruciating pain. I did not realize I was carrying so much pain.

After 4 weeks under Dr. Phil’s care, he can touch my body with pressure and I am almost pain free. This therapy has allowed me to walk better, and has really allowed me to do some things that I had not been able to do for quite some time. I am back to working out on a regular basis. It has also helped reduce my stress because I am not in pain all the time. This has been the best way I’ve found to manage my fall, because this has been a life changing experience for me!

Lynne Kraft,
Realtor

Just a small note to say thank you very much for everything you have done for me in the past six months. When I first came to see you, I had very little self confidence. I was gaining weight and I had lack of energy.

You have helped me with my thyroid problem which is near normal now. You found that I had Hashimoto’s disease and explained to me that my main problem was not my thyroid but an auto-immune condition. You turned it around for me and I feel wonderful. I have plenty of energy which I never thought I would. I have also lost two dress sizes.

The personal coaching segment of the program has given me a lot of self confidence. I would like to thank you very much for being with me when I lost my father and how you helped me to cope with my loss.

I will definitely recommend you to others.

Once again a very big thank you for giving me my life back.

Aruna Shah
Manchester, England

My name is Jody Webster. I have recently completed Dr Agrios’ six month program. I can tell you it was and is a Great Success! I am 53 years of age and have never felt so good and healthy since I was a preteen. I had a multitude of medicinal issues such as diabetes, fibromyalgia and polycystic ovary syndrome. I have had many back surgeries, a knee replacement, just to name a few. I’ve been dealing with these conditions for a very long time.

I was born with polycystic ovaries and was seen by twenty-three different gynecologists since the age of ten. All of them treated the same symptoms of problems but never the cause of them all.

I’ve battled with my weight all my life up to when I went on Dr. Agrios’ program. I have since lost more than 70 pounds and went from being a size 24 to a size 12. I am still losing and am enjoying the journey.

I am no longer a diabetic and my fibromyalgia symptoms are completely gone. I am now the healthiest I’ve ever been since I was a kid.

I am also the happiest I’ve ever been my whole life. After going through Dr. Agrios’ program, especially with his coaching, I can see why I was depressed. He taught me how I could use my past experiences to enhance my life.

As a child I went through mental, physical, and sexual abuse. I can now see how it all made me the kind, loving, understanding, and caring person I am today and for that I am thankful. I can now accept everything in my life and in my past.

I am also thankful I am no longer on the shopping bagful of prescription medications the doctors all had me on. I just take my vitamins now.

Dr. Agrios’ program works. If you want to be the best you can be, complete his full program. It will be the best experience you can do for yourself.

At the age of 53 I feel like life is just beginning.

Jody Webster
Jackson, NJ

Dr Agrios diagnosed me with Hashimoto's Disease. With his program I have lost two dress sizes, have no more migraines, have skyrocketed my energy and now understand why I had my three miscarriages.

Jackie Leiva
Business Owner

Dr. Philip Agrios’ ultimate health program has been the best thing to happen to me in a long time. Where no other program has succeeded for me in the past thirty years, this program has. Thanks to the genius of Dr. Agrios, I discovered not only how, but why I allowed my health to deteriorate the way it had. Reading his book, watching his videos, and his personal guidance allowed me to be fully informed and educated on the workings of my mind, body, and emotions.

But by far, the most influential part of the program was the caring nature of Dr. Agrios as my doctor. I felt success in his presence and it has carried over into my life. I now feel like a new person with a new relationship not only with food, but all relationships in my life that caused my health to deteriorate. I am deeply indebted to him for his patience, his warmth, and his persistence in guiding me through the program. His approach uses the body, the mind, the emotions, and the spirit to create harmony in the self, ie, integrated self.

Not only am I grateful for this change, but my wife and kids thank him too for saving their dad from a lifetime of diabetes and heart conditions. I recommend this program highly to anyone who is seriously thinking about changing their health. Choose yourself, meet your needs, and grow into the person you were meant to be.

Avi Gopin, MA, LPC, BCIAC
Biofeedback Specialist

I have been taking steps to heal my body with Dr. Agrios for about a month and a half. Over this time I have experienced healing on so many levels in addition to the physical. His three pronged approach addresses my body, my mind and my spirit. Our sessions of coaching together with nutritional counseling and physical therapy are the cause of inches lost, increased strength, stamina, greater confidence, and a better understanding of how I used to get in my own way.

Through his program I have found the one thing; yes just one thing that I had continually tripped over. With one small adjustment, everything in my life began to change for the better.

I highly recommend working with Dr. Agrios because his approach is to educate and empower. He is an excellent guide on the journey back to yourself.

Michelle Brown
Financial Planner

When I started seeing Dr Agrios I was always tired, fatigued and always had pain in my shoulders and neck. I was on thyroid medication which did nothing for those symptoms. His extensive examination and testing was able to pinpoint my cause and after a couple of months, I was feeling so much better.

What impressed me the most is his compassion. When he spoke to you he truly listened to what you were feeling and because of his expertise I always left his office feeling so good. Dr Agrios is a true professional. He was always so pleasant and has a positive attitude. I am thankful to have found Dr Agrios and would recommend him to my family and friends.

Darlene Lange

Commercial Credit Manager

After years of seeing orthopedic specialists and chiropractors for my bad back (herniated discs L-4 and L-5 in 1983) I went to see Dr. Phil Agrios on the recommendation of a friend in late 2000. My friend said that Dr Phil was really helping him, that he was different than most chiropractors he had been to and I should give him a try. I was complaining of pain in my hip that all the doctors that I saw told me was coming from L-4 and L-5. Dr. Phil within a few visits suggested that it could be my hip causing the pain and sure enough it was my hip itself that was causing me so much pain. After a total hip replacement restored my health in 2001, I still see Dr. Phil whenever I get out of alignment.

Sam Tomaini

Carpenter

I received chiropractic care from Dr. Agrios over the past four years. I sought out a new chiropractor when I suffered from chronic TMJ pain for eight months and received no benefit from my prior chiropractor. Under Dr. Agrios’ professional care and gentle touch I was relieved from the TMJ pain. I have also seen Dr. Agrios for other various musculoskeletal problems including neck, shoulder, and back pain with excellent results. When I am in good health with no chiropractic problems, I would then go for monthly visits for maintenance. I have full trust and confidence in Dr. Agrios’ care and expertise. He is very compassionate and an excellent listener. My husband and three children have all received care from Dr. Agrios for various stress and sports related injuries. I have also recommended him to friends and family who are now his patients as well.

Deborah Stubing
Registered Nurse

I had seen chiropractors on and off for several years, and when I moved to this area in 2005 I was referred by my primary physician to Dr. Agrios. Since then I have been impressed with his expertise, professionalism, and lively sense of humor. I don’t need to tell him where the problem lies—by means of just a few quick diagnostics he gets it right, and it’s usually not where I think it is! For instance, he was able to trace excruciating pain in my buttock while driving to the need to stretch muscles in my calf. I thought I’d never be able to endure long drives again, and thanks to him I no longer suffer. Over the last few years Dr. Agrios has treated me for both acute and chronic musculoskeletal problems. Often he encourages me to participate in my treatment by prescribing specific strengthening and stretching exercises, which I have found to help tremendously. When I have not responded to treatment, however, he has not hesitated to refer me to an appropriate specialist. Dr. Agrios’ whole-body approach to chiropractic care, integrating his knowledge of Active Release techniques, has been ideal for me.

Robin Kucharczyk, PhD
College Professor

Like many people I have seen my share of chiropractic physicians, and they all seemed to have the same thing in mind—to make me their patient for life. When I was referred to Dr. Agrios I expected that he would be the same. I couldn’t have been more wrong. He went right to work and relieved my symptoms within a couple of visits and explained to me what he was doing every step of the way. Dr. Agrios is a true professional that has his patient’s best interests at hand and I can only say that I would recommend him to my family and friends without any apprehension.

Bart Natoli
Realtor

When I first came I was a little skeptical about chiropractors. But Dr. Agrios made me feel right at home the day I met him. I developed a trust with him. Every time I came to the office I was treated great. The service like the waiting room went very quickly. And his advice and treating was great. I’d trust him with any one of my family and I’d recommend him to anyone that I know that has problems like I had (back and neck). Very nice personality and trusting Doctor.

Mark Valenti
Electrician

Every time I get adjusted by Dr. Agrios, my body, particularly the neck and lower back felt loose and relaxed. His adjustments and his techniques are quite different from other chiropractors that I’ve been to.

Clarvin Ombajin
Physical Therapist

Always having negative views from others, I was reluctant to see a chiropractor. However, with the advice of my boss, I was given the recommendation to see Dr. Philip Agrios. I said I would at least give it a try and to my surprise ended up being very satisfied. My view on treatment from a chiropractor was just manipulation in a harsh way, in which my appointment was very different. Dr. Agrios uses different techniques, stretches, and massage therapy in his treatment. I can now say I have no more reservations to treatment and am very happy to have found such a sincere and wonderful chiropractor.

Lynette Nasonte
Dental Hygienist

Dr. Agrios has a unique style of adjustments. After an adjustment, my back and neck feel so relaxed and comfortable--more so than any chiropractor that I have experienced in the past 20 years. I would highly recommend Dr. Agrios to anyone in need of chiropractic services.

Ted Rockford

Accountant

Thumbs Up for Dr. Agrios - I have been under treatment with Dr. Agrios for the past three months for back and leg pains caused by sciatica. In that time, I have experienced remarkable progress in the reduction of my pain levels. From my first visit onward, Dr. Agrios’ interest in my case has not diminished one bit. He never settles for anything less than the best possible results. For these reasons, I highly recommend Dr. Agrios.

Lorenzo Fernandez
Public Relations and Marketing Expert

Four years ago, I was troubled by terrible pain all over my body and excruciating headaches that continued for more than a year. I had been to numerous doctors including a neurologist and a rheumatologist. I was being treated for Lyme’s Disease as a precaution and was given every diagnosis from MS to possibly a brain tumor. And then one doctor told me I was depressed, really??

Being a young person with undiagnosed pain and told of no way to fix it—of course I was depressed! A friend of mine recommended Dr. Agrios. After following his program of adjustments, detoxification and dietary changes, within 4 weeks time, I was pain free!! Dr. Agrios’ whole body and mind approach is key for health change and improvement. Most doctors treat the symptom, not the cause. His ability to diagnose the problem and fix it, in my opinion, is one of the best out there. Over the years, I have recommended him to friends and family and will continue to do so because I believe that highly of his ability.

Leanne Menzel, No Picture
Customer Service Representative

I never believed in Chiropractors until I met Dr. Agrios. He is wonderful. I put my whole body out of whack playing the Wii Game. I went to Dr. Agrios and it took a few weeks but I could stand straight again and felt no more pain. He is now my Doctor and I visit him quite often, I do not know what I would do without him. So for those who do not believe in Chiropractors you are missing out--never hesitate to see Dr. Agrios. He is the best and will certainly heal you. He is a very compassionate man. “You’re the Best, Dr. Agrios.”

Gail Lionetti
Spiritual Advisor

I wasn’t sure that any Doctor could ever truly help me. That was until I decided to give Dr. Agrios a chance. He is very knowledgeable and has definitely helped me to feel better. When I started, every bone in my body hurt me. Now, I am improving with every visit to him. He helped make my life easier to live. By helping me move and be with less pain.

Rose Sheehan

Anita Norton,
Certified Personal Trainer & Weight Loss Coach

I’ve been a chiropractic patient of Dr. Agrios’ for several years. As a massage therapist, my body sees stress and strain on a daily basis. My treatments with Dr. Agrios never fails to bring relief. He has a very well rounded, holistic approach. He not only deals with the physical symptoms, but sometimes the emotional as well. I wouldn’t go to anyone else for my chiropractic care!

Jennifer Oliveira No Picture
Massage Therapist

I have had chronic back and stomach ailments for over twenty five years. Needless to say, I have seen numerous doctors and specialists with very little results. Recently, I was introduced to Dr. Agrios. I was having a very bad back episode which always coincides with stomach inflammation. I tried to get an appointment with my regular chiropractor. I was given an appointment for the following week. This was unacceptable.

I was suffering and needed an appointment now! I couldn’t wait a week suffering. Luckily a friend of mine told me to call Dr. Agrios. I did, and got an appointment the same day! Upon my first visit, Dr. Agrios took the time to listen to my lengthy account of my chronic episodes. Not only did he adjust my back, I received physical therapy in his facility and he listened to my tales of ongoing stomach ailments.

Within a few minutes, to my surprise, he recommended some things to do that I had never tried before and that could possibly help. I followed his instructions and I started to feel better. Since this helped me so much, I began to follow through with his series of other healthy recommendations, and have been seeing fabulous results. I have not had any back pains, my chronic stomach pains and episodes are better. I have more energy, I’m more alert and of course, I have a more positive outlook on life. I feel rejuvenated! It’s great to know that I am getting the best natural health care from an expert, caring doctor, who is truly interested in the health and well being of his patients. I am so thankful to have finally found the ultimate wellness facility.

Janice Carcozza

I was in a bad car accident on 3-3-09—went to a hospital that did nothing, didn’t listen to my complaints. Came to Dr. Agrios a day later, he saw that I was hurt and knew I fractured my 7th rib—had an x-ray soon after to confirm it. Although I still have some problems from this accident, he has helped me a lot to reduce a lot of the pains in my neck, shoulder, back, and knee pain and bad headaches so I can function at my job without pain medicine. He’s truly a kind and dedicated doctor to his patients and cares a great deal about them. I wish that more doctors could compare to him as he truly listens to you and doesn’t rush his treatments. Thank you Dr. Agrios.

Sandra Stetz
Certified Home Health Aide

My pain management doctor and orthopedic surgeon sent me to Dr Agrios because I was not getting any relief. He has been working on my neck and mid back because I have three herniated discs and a pinched nerve. I started with my pain at 10. Now it’s about a 2. He works great! He has positive attitude and can fix your problems. So I give Dr. Agrios “5 Stars”.

Luis Rivera
Truck Driver

I started treatment in February 2009. Dr. Agrios always has a pleasant attitude and is a good listener. I have had shoulder/back/leg pain. Since treatment, I do feel a lot better! I do not get as easily fatigued, I am able to run long distances without leg cramps and I actually feel “taller”. Overall, I would recommend his services to anyone I know. I will continue to use Dr. Agrios as my chiropractor. Not only is he my chiropractor, but he is also a friend. I feel comfortable around him, and that I show a patient should feel.

Giuseppina Altilio No Picture
Nursing Student

Dr. Agrios listens to me as a patient in regards to my discomfort or problem areas and uses his vast medical knowledge and experience to find a solution and correct the problem. I have been seeing Dr. Agrios over the past few years for chiropractic adjustments. I am pleased with the results.

Randall Gudanowski
Country Club General Manager

I have been a patient of Dr. Agrios for nearly 10 years. I have had chronic back and neck pain for years. My job is very strenuous on these parts of my body. By seeing a chiropractor, my pain is manageable. Many people think this type of medicine is not good, but I can tell you that is so wrong. Without this type of practice, I probably would not be able to continue my type of work. Dr. Agrios is a very caring and compassionate man. He has helped me through some rough times with treatments and times by lending an ear to some of my pain. Anyone who suffers any type of body aches should try this type of medicine. Regular treatments for pain is necessary and definitely worth it.

Sandy Sides No Picture

As a patient of Dr. Agrios’ for many years, I have been helped with my back pain through his chiropractic adjustments many times. Dr. Agrios has always worked to relieve the pain as well as help to prevent the pain through the use of diet and exercise. His true caring and professionalism is what keeps me coming back as a patient.

Anthony Ercolino
Architect

My first visit to Dr. Agrios included x-rays to check the condition of my spine. I was comfortable with his thoughtful, gentle approach. Over the years he has helped me with sciatic issues, a twisted knee, and neck and shoulder pain. Dr. Agrios has much knowledge, but more importantly, has the sensitive hands to apply it correctly. He also considers the “whole” patient.

Audre Gudanowski

I suffered through the month of August with terrible neck pain that just wouldn’t go away. I could hardly turn my neck to the left. After just a few treatments from Dr. Agrios, just one week later I am near 100%.

Dominic Vaccaro

Dr. Agrios is very nice, helpful and considerate since I started. Thereby with Dr. Agrios’ treatments, it’s like my entire body felt much better. He knows what he’s doing and best of all he makes sure you are getting information. When it comes to your body, Dr. Agrios is one of the world’s greatest Doctors.

Donovan Myrie
Meat Clerk

After a few treatments with Dr. Agrios, my joint pain and Fibromyalgia have diminished greatly. Also, I am able to contain and manage sinus problems with special therapy that Dr. Agrios performs. This is particularly helpful since I do not have to take any prescribed medicines.

Doris Jones
Human Resources Specialist

I am Dr. Agrios’ patient. The first time I met him I felt very confident in him and his services. I was very stiff from the accident and never thought I would get better. Dr. Agrios worked my back, shoulders and neck. He was very good in making me feel better with all the movements and adjustments. One time I went in and Dr. Agrios noticed that something was bothering me. I told him I had a bad headache. He worked on my face region and my jaw. When he was done, I felt relief. I would recommend him to my family and friends.

Elizabeth Fernandez

Dr. Agrios is a true professional and very personable. He takes ample time to talk to his patients and this made me feel very comfortable. He is one doctor who offers his cell phone to call him directly if you are distressed or need medical help or have questions. I came to him with very severe pains, and sleepless nights. His therapy has made tremendous difference toward my healing process. I highly recommend him if you have persistent pain with no relief.

Jennifer Mukasa

Under the guidance and care of Dr. Agrios I have experienced relief of pain and increased flexibility and overall mobility. He has demonstrated, through his chiropractic expertise, a keen ability to identify and provide effective intervention for focal discomfort but treats the entire body and person. He listens and shows appropriate concern and follow-up as necessary. I would recommend him to my friends and family.

Joyce Bores
Speech and Language Pathologist

I met Dr. Agrios through my wife. She raved about how good he was with adjusting her neck and back. I was in an accident and felt a little pain on my neck. My wife made an appointment for me and she was right. Dr. Agrios adjusted my neck and now I feel much better. I will be going to him whenever I need an adjustment. Dr. Agrios is very good at what he does and very professional. Thank you Doc.

Juan Fernandez

I have been going for physical therapy for over six months now. Our sessions start with a therapy on my left shoulder that stimulates the torn muscles. Then Dr. Agrios has me do stretching exercises--different ones. I find I am moving my shoulder better and less pain. I voided surgery. His treatments for the spine for my herniated disc are also helping me. That helps walking and bending that I find is getting better with each session.

Lorraine Maher
Retired

I have been working for FedEx for 11 years. I’m a courier and lifting, carrying and delivering heavy boxes every day. I started to feel lower back pain 3-4 years ago. It got worse and looked like nothing was going to help. I saw many doctors, tried many methods for healing without success. Finally, Dr. Agrios saw me. He found right away the spots in my muscles that were not strong or were tight or unbalanced. He also realized that my pelvis was out of line. He “lined me up” and “opened up” the tight muscles with his treatments and I started to feel better right away. My back will never be 100% due to my job and continue stress I put on it but seeing Dr. Agrios for “maintenance” will keep me going and relatively pain free. I can recommend him to anyone with back or neck problems.

Matti Tenhunen
Fed X Courier

It has been, so far a great experience with a charming, smart experienced doctor that always knows what to do for an ailing patient. Massage, ultrasound, heat, or whatever. He knows, try once you’ll be back.

Stephen Kramer
Retired

When I first became Dr. Agrios’ patient in December 2008, I was in a lot of pain. I had suffered multiple injuries due to a car accident in November 2008, and the pain was overwhelming. In addition to injuries, I also suffered from chronic fibromyalgia for four years. My shoulders, neck, back, arms, and legs felt painful at the slightest touch. Dr. Agrios addressed my pain through chiropractic adjustments, ultrasound, stem therapy, nutritional analysis/detoxification, and calming techniques. With his help, I have recovered and am now playing first singles for my high school tennis team as a sophomore. While the road to recovery for me has proven more difficult than most, I am grateful for Dr. Agrios’ medical expertise, emotional support, and advice. If not for him, I would not be where I am today.

Rachel Harmatz
Student

Dr. Agrios gives excellent treatment. He is thoughtful and caring. He gives his treatment its all. He is always there when you need him. I feel much better after treatment.

Robert Yale
Retired

Dr. Agrios really cares about his patients and in my opinion goes out of his way to provide the best solutions for their ailments. He is easy to talk to and makes sure you understand what’s expected of both parties to achieve the goal of a better you!

Starzan Norman

I am a big guy, over 300 lbs., and most chiropractors had neither the strength nor skill to adjust my lower back. My size was no problem for Doc. I have suffered with low back pain for over 10 years, but after being treated by Dr. Agrios, I am finally pain free. I can honestly say Dr. Agrios is hands down the best chiropractor I have ever been to.

Steven Poulos

Dr. Philip C. Agrios has been my chiropractor going on two years. I see Dr. Philip C. Agrios for my upper cervical and lower lumbar. Sometimes I get different therapy determined by my severity. I am massaged and stretched before being adjusted. There has never been one single visit where Dr. Agrios wasn’t able to adjust my neck or back into place. I trust him. I need him.

Joyce C. Taylor
Retired

Dr. Agrios helped me in every way possible. His expertise in Chiropractic care in conjunction with physical therapy have improved my hip and lower back pain.

Freddy Bustamante

When I first met Dr. Agrios I had been suffering for 6 years with a chronic condition that no doctor could diagnosis. I went from being told I had severe acid reflux and then chronic acid reflux with chronic IBS. They said it was triggered by certain foods I ate along with my high levels of stress and anxiety. Then I was told it was part of my menstrual cycle and that I possibly had endometriosis.

I was in the emergency room every month with uncontrollable vomiting. No doctor could explain how or why I was going through this. I had to take very strong nausea medication, the kind they give to cancer patients and strong pain narcotics to stop the vomiting and the pain. Sometimes I had to be admitted for weeks. This went on for 6-7 years once a month and sometimes twice a month. This affected my life, work, marriage and eventually I fell into a deep depression. I went from weighing 120 lbs to 92 lbs where you could see my facial bones, neck bones, backbones, and rib cage.

Eventually I met a Doctor in the emergency room at Raritan Bay Hospital by the name of Dr. Theocardies who gave me Dr. Agrios’ name and number. He told me about him and what type of doctor he was and thought it might be good for me to meet with him. At that point I had given up and had lost all hope. My husband told me to go see him and said “What do we have to lose by seeing him?”

When we first met Dr. Agrios I wasn’t so sure and I remember thinking this is going to be another wasted doctor visited. But the more we listened and the more he listened to me everything seemed to click. It was as if he’d walked this journey with me and slowly I began to trust him and what he had to say.

After our first meeting he put me on a vitamin and diet program. That first day I tried it I felt very sick. I remember him calling me to see how I was doing. When I told him I wasn’t feeling good he came to my home (on a Saturday straight from his daughter’s game if I remember correctly). I didn’t ask him to, I didn’t hint or anything. He came over to check on me to make sure I was ok and to reassure me that what I was feeling was normal and that he was there for me. No other doctor ever did that for me and because he showed such compassion and concern I felt more at ease, which allowed my body to relax and start to heal itself.

I was taking 8 medications daily for 6 years, 2 being heavy narcotics and before I knew it I was starting to feel better with Dr. Agrios’ treatment and dedication. As months went by and I continued the program he designed for me I continued to get stronger and healthier with is his treatment program and his coaching and spiritual guidance. His never ending commitment to getting me to a healthier place was so reassuring. Even when things sometimes felt like they were slipping, he was always there to pick me up and give me the strength I needed to continue on.

With his constant thirst for knowledge and new approaches in the medical field, he is constantly thinking of other ways to change the program to adapt to the new me which has now evolved from that first day he met me.

I have been seeing Dr. Agrios for 2 years now and he has never given up on me even though there are times where I felt like giving up. He is always there for me. He goes way beyond any doctor I have ever been to. When I need him he is there for me.

I am pain free and have not been to an emergency room or hospitalized for my chronic illness in 2 years. I am happy and learning how to deal with my depression when it does pop up and I own this all to Dr. Agrios. I could not have done it without his support and constant faith in me.

Dr. Agrios is a doctor who caters to each individual’s illness and situation differently and provides what they need to be successful in their daily lives. He wants you to be happy and successful and live a full and healthy life. And if there are areas out of his scope of expertise he refers you to people who have the same philosophy that he believes and promotes, which is good health for your body, mind and spirit.

Sharie Guzman - Creative Director

I just had my work performance review and my boss told me that this year I have shown a really good demeanour, am tackling projects, being proactive, and that it’s really nice to work with me. Last year, although my work was praised, he told me I needed to work on being more calm, less uptight and frazzled.

He didn’t realize how I was struggling many days with migraines, fatigue and sinus issues, just pushing through and trying to get my work done, only to go home and get straight into bed. I would get very stressed when I was in a bad cycle that wouldn’t seem to break for days. So, I really worked on it and with Dr Agrios’ guidance and program including personal coaching, healthy eating, supplements and stress reduction techniques, I was able to build momentum for change.

There was great improvement in my health which in turn had a positive effect on my attitude and energy level. I am so happy my boss noticed, and with consistent confidence in my improved professional attitude, it could put me on track for a more senior position. So thank you Dr Agrios! You continue to be my ally.

Beverly Cohen
Compliance Manager

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