ABOUT
ABOUT
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Dr. Shay Ridge
CHIROPRACTOR
My Education
-Lincoln Land Community College– 1996-97
-Northeastern Illinois University– 1997-98
-Missouri Valley College– Bachelor of Science, B.S.
2001
-Palmer College of Chiropractic Florida– Doctor of Chiropractic, D.C. 2008
-Northeastern Illinois University– 1997-98
-Missouri Valley College– Bachelor of Science, B.S.
2001
-Palmer College of Chiropractic Florida– Doctor of Chiropractic, D.C. 2008
Dr. Shay Ridge
Dr. Shay Ridge stands firm behind the premise that the greatest doctor dwells within you. More specifically, there is an innate or inborn intelligence within all of us that desires to maintain and provide balance to the many systems of the body. It is for this reason, that he places concentrated focus towards empowering the body to function and heal at its optimum potential in an effort to facilitate this process. Chiropractic is much more than back pain, neck pain, sciatica and headaches.
Dr. Shay states, “Our bodies are all wonderfully complex and the workmanship is marvelous. We are a combination of many different factors, and while not one person is an exact replica, we all encounter repeated and similar stressors. Each day the body is bombarded via physical, chemical, and mental/emotional stress which becomes the precursor to all sickness and disease.” This concept is contradictory to the mechanistic method used by traditional medicine, which correlates age, genetics, or just plain bad luck as an explanation for our acquired ailments.
The approach to healing that is utilized also differs as Dr. Shay does not treat sickness, nor does he strive to simply eliminate symptoms. His goal as a chiropractor is to detect and eliminate the root causes of the malady and return the patient to health without the use of drugs or surgery.
It is important to note that like disease, health is a process. This journey can be described as a rollercoaster with many ups and downs on the path to recovery, and that as we age, the body does not achieve and maintain health without us first placing focus on the prevention of disease. He concludes, “Chiropractic is not the end all be all, but it sure is a great place to start.” Additionally, emphasis is applied to diet, supplementation, exercise, and purification of the body to accomplish true health and wellness.
Dr. Shay holds the belief that we are all designed for a purpose and that each person is shaped to serve in their own unique capacity. Simply stated, “You were put on earth to make a contribution and it is my goal to assist you in achieving abundant health. It is my prayer that as a direct result, you may ultimately maximize your God-given potential!”
Shay Ridge, D.C.
Some of our Testimonials
Chelsey D.
Dr. Shay is the best! This new office is so gorgeous and warm. The level of care is on a different level! There’s no one I trust more with the overall health journey of my whole family…18 month old included!! You won’t regret making this commitment to yourself.
Dijana M.
Dr. Shay is amazing! He’s caring and compassionate about his patients. He takes time with patients and never rushes like many other doctors. You feel his care for diagnosis of the problem and know that he has your health and healing in mind. Best doctor and highly recommend Thanks for helping me feel better.
Melissa U.
I battled bad SI Joint pain for over a year. I went to 2 different chiropractors in that year many times with minimal relief. I decided to make the drive to see Dr Shay because I had prior experience with him and knew he was the best. Literally on my 2nd appointment with him last week and I am pain free!
Ursula Mae
I would come here every single day if I could! Dr. Shays weekly adjustments have completely taken away my lower back and hip pain from my scoliosis. Forever grateful!
