Success Stories

                                                                                                                                                                                       I wanted to take a moment to thank Dr. Dave for coming to the rescue. I was diagnosed with Vertigo and the dizziness was causing me a lot of anxiety. To make matters worse, the medication that was prescribed increased the symptoms. I kept feeling heaviness in my head and back so I decided to see Dr. Dave. He agreed that I was off balance and offered to help. When he adjusted my back I expected to get off of the table with the same head rush I had been feeling for weeks. To my surprise, I wasn't dizzy anymore! I could't belive it. We aren't sure if the Vertigo was caused by the problem in my back or if the adjustment relieved some of the symptoms...but it doesn't matter to me because my dizziness is significantly better than it was. Thanks Dr. Dave! In one visit you made me feel better than two trips to the doctor!

          Kelly Byrd 

    I have had the unfortunate experience of what I would call an aggravating shooting pain for over a year in my left hip. When I visited with Dr. Hargraves I explained to him I was unable to sleep without waking up every time rolled over due to a shooting pain in my hip, was unable to stand or sit for extended periods of time without great discomfort and please help alleviate the pain. He took x-rays and spent a great deal of time explaining the results to me and provided me with an action plan and explained what he was going to do to correct my situation. The most amazing shocker was my hip was not even the problem; it was my back as I had been complaining about hip pain for as long as I can remember.

I had my first visit and treatment on a Tuesday, and afterward I was still uncomfortable and a little ache here and there but did not seem to have those shooting pains I had experienced on a regular basis throughout the day everyday for as long as I can remember. On Wednesday I had another treatment and was still a little uncomfortable when I moved a certain way but did not have any shooting pains every time I moved a certain way. Low and behold Wednesday night was the first night in as long as I can remember that I did not wake up not even once to shooting pains.

I received my third treatment today on a Thursday and I am looking forward to continued improvement and and total alleviation of discomfort. I have lived with it for so long the aches and pains have become the norm, but with the help of Dr. Hargraves I am looking forward to a pain free norm.

           Shannon Twiddy 

    I was on my way down the steps, pulling a box behind me and suddenly I felt the most excruciating pain. The pain in my back (lower left side) was debilitating. I hit the floor and called for help and bag of ice. I lay in bed for 24 hours taking muscle relaxers with no relief what-so-ever. I picked up the yellow pages and toyed with the idea of going to the hospital or calling a chiropractor. I'm so glad I went with the latter! Dr. Dave spoke with me, asked me some questions about the location of my pain, how it happened, along with some medical information questions and he told me "He could help me"! I went to his office looking like I had be run over by something! I realyy didn't care because I was in so much pain! After one treatment/ adjustment I could tell he was going keep his promise that he could and would help me feel better. I was no longer experiencing the horrible pain that took my breath every time I moved. I was able to stand and tell him " I actually feel a little better!" With each visit I was remarkably improved in the way I could stand and the pain was leaving. I'm happy to say that I was pain free after 5 visits.

I would like to thank Cynthia his receptionist for being so compassionate and getting Dr. Dave to return my call so promptly. Thank you Katie, for your kind words and tender care while helping me to get comfortable on the table. Lastly, thank you Dr. Dave! You are the best! # 1 Chiropractor as far as I am concerned.

           Bonnie Godfrey 

       I was here on vacation and had some very severe pain in my lower back. I called Dr. Dave's office and they were able to see me that very day. Dr. Dave did a full work up and made an adjustment that day. He also was able to see me again the next day and was able to give me significant relief. He also gave me some suggestions about my continuing care. The office staff was great and I was very happy with the service. 

          Kathryn Erhardt

       I found Dr. Hargraves' ad in the yellow pages and I guessed right that Dr. Dave was just like my doctor at home. The treatment I received was second to none the staff and everyone involved are just great. I will absolutly come back again.

           Ed Meyers

       Many of my friends go see a chiropractor but I never thought I needed to; honestly I didn't think it would help. Eventually the pain gets bad enough and everyone gets tired of hearing you complain so I decided take their advice and see a chiropractor. I made an appointment with Dr. Hargraves a few weeks ago (my back and neck pain had started to effect my job) after all the consultation was free! I went in and described the pain and he basically knew exactly what was wrong and even said he may be able to ease the pain in my wrists and arms! I came back in for x-rays and he was correct and it was clear at that point that I needed to be there. I started coming in right away, three times a week,they open early so it worked with my schedule too! He accepts my insurance and after the first week my headaches have stopped, I can turn my head with no pain, talk on the telephone, do all the lawn work I need to do at home and use my computer without pain! The funny thing is that you don't really think about it until you are asked or you try to do something you couldn't do before and it doesn't hurt, or you go to the store and don't have to load up on pain relievers and more! I even sleep better and this makes my husband happy too not to mention that I no longer bug him to rub my back and shoulders every night! I did not expect to feel a difference so quickly! This has been and continues to be a very good experience I only wish I would have gone sooner.

       Michele Shrader

     I came to Dr. Hargraves and his wonderful staff on July 13, 2009. Because four days earlier before leaving to come here to Outer Banks on vacation, I fell at work landing on my side catching myself with my arm. After arriving on July 11th I was in a lot of pain( my neck) so I decided I needed an adjustment. I chose Dr. Hargraves! I visited his office on July 13th. His wonderful staff helped me get paper work done and he saw me that very day. He helped me immediatly and I came back two more times. He helped me a lot. Since I was on vacation I had to find someone else back home to continue my therapy, but I'm so grateful I came to Dr. Hargraves office!

       Jacqueline S. Hamilton 

    I'd had lower and upper back pain for about four years. It made work miserable, and sitting at a desk to study nearly impossible. After it got to be almost too much to bear, I came to Dr. Hargraves. After two weeks, I could already see a huge difference. Now I can stand, sit, work, and do anything longer without having to stop because of pain.

       Nathan Lamb

     A few years ago, on our vacation, I was barely able to get out of bed. We found Dr. Hargraves number in the phone book, called and had an appointment right away. I felt great after the first adjustment and went back the next  day, before leaving the OBX on our long 12 hours trip to PA. He adjusted my back and hips again and I was able to make the long trip home without any problems. This year we had an accident on the way( hit a deer), I went to Dr. Hargraves, who took me right in and like the last time the relief after the adjustment was unbelievable. Thank you Dr. Hargraves.

       Leonard Howlett

    I could not bend over to tie my shoes 10-14-2008, by 10-15-2008  I feel so much better I can jump for joy!

       Diane Debenedetto

    After months of sinus congestion and related problems, a friend of mine suggested going to see a chiropractor. Five minutes after my first adjustment by Dr. Hargraves, I could breathe clearly. I admit that I was skeptical at first, but my sinus trouble and range of motion have improved more and more with each adjustment. I continue to see results with each subsequent visit. Each visit to Dr. Hargraves' has been quick and painless. Further more, I reccomend seeing a chiropractor to anyone who has had chronic problems, despite whether it appears to be chiropractic related.

       Bob Smith

    I am a thirty one years old male who has an intensive history with severe migraine headaches with symptoms of nubness, slurred speech, and blurred vision. For approximately 21 years I have attempted to maintain and control the symptoms and occurrence using many different ways of intervention without medication. I have used chiropractic care within the past but have not used it regularly for many years. Prior to coming on vacation to the beautiful Outer Banks I experienced a heightened level of occurrence and began using a local chiropractor within my hometown with some relief. While on vacation, I expected another occurrence and located Dr. Hargraves for intervention. To my surprise and relief Dr. Hargraves and hiss staff were highly knowledgeable of my symptoms and corresponding intervention. I was assessed and seen within hours of calling. Dr. Hargraves took the time to make me feel comfortable and completed a manual adjustment. Within an hour I was back to participating in all the activities of vacation  migraine free. I can not say enough good things about Dr. Hargraves and hiss staff and only wish that I could maintain regular appointments with their office. Looking back at the situation it was just another positive memory of the vacation.

       Robert E. Ritchie

   I have been visiting O.B. Chiropractic for many years now. Initially went for tendonitis, then returned for back strain. Dr. Hargraves and his staff, Susan, Katie and Raye Lynn have relieved the problems I had and I continue to see them them weekly.

   I attribute seeing Dr. Hargraves on a regular basis to my great state of health. He adjusts my spine weekly, but I fully believe by doing this he keeps my whole body healthy. I have not been sick/ ill for four years now.

   I have and will continue to reccomend him to those who pull/ strain their backs or other related problems.

        Wendy Simpson  

   Four years ago while vacationing on the Outer Banks I over induldged in boogie boarding and other beach avtivities. Dr. Hargraves business magnet was on the refrigerator of our rental unit. Dr. Hargraves gives an adjustment like no other chiropractor I have gone to in fourty years. He uses no new age techniques just a time honored and proven manual alignment. I do not come to the Outer Banks without visiting Dr. Hargraves. I have considered driving from my home in Pittsburgh, PA to the Outer Banks for adjustment. He is that good!!!

   If you are a visitor or resident of the Outer Banks, you owe it to yourself to give Dr. Hargraves a try. Your body will love you for doing so.

     Jim Granville

   I've been plagued with back pain in the lower back and neck pain. I was hesitant to see a chiropractor even though my wife had been a patient for over a year and she did nothing but rave about how she feels so much better and now only visits for tune-ups. So, after her successes I finally tried and I'm sorry I didn't visit sooner. I get around much better, pain free. Since I've started my visits, I've even bowled my lifetime high series and game. 

     Joseph Sandor

   Before coming to Dr. Hargraves my neck was constantly stiff and hurting. This had gone on so long I didn't even realize it was not normal. Thanks to Dr. Hargraves I can now turn my head again. And use a lot less Tylenol!

     Bobby Henning

   I am here from Sharpsville, PA. Dr. Dave  is an awesome chiropractor. He helped me very much, I could hardly walk or climb steps without heavy pain. He makes you feel like a part of his family.

  The office young ladies do add a spark to his office and are very pleasant and friendly!!

  "God Bless All of You!"

     Eleanor J. O'Hare 

      I'm 65 years old and have had regular chiropractic care since my mid-thirties. My neck and lower back pain is managed by monthly( if possible) adjustments. I'm convinced that this care has eliminated the services of other doctors and more than likely pain medication, and who knows what else.

    I wouldn't trade my chiropractor for anything else in the medical world.

      Carol K. Sterner

      Dr. Hargraves is the only Doctor that has adjusted my neck with success and no pain. My body heals a lot faster, because of good adjustment.

     Thank you Dr. Hargraves.

        Nancy A. Mike

       Came in with headaches and ankle pain from previos injury. One week later headaches gone and ankle feeling perfect. Also, after initial pain abated body feels much more relaxed and responsive. Neck and other areas have more mobility now as well.

        Michael Campion

      When I first started coming to Dr. Hargraves approximately four or five weeks ago I could barely move I was in very severe pain and surviving on pain medication and was suffering so much. Within two weeks I could move much better and I am not taking any pain medications.I am doing very well.

   Thank you very much Dr. Hargraves.Thanks again.

        Crystal R. Gray

      Dr. Hargraves can loosen areas in my upper back that no other chiropractor that I've gone to has been able to do. Hooray!

        Barbara Trevaskis  

      I met  Dr. Hargraves and his staff four years ago. I was skeptical of chiropractic care, but had tried every possible form of treatment for chronic neck and shoulder pain. I made my first appointment with the feeling that this would be just another attempt at pain relief that would fail. I was wrong! I noticed a difference after my first visit. I continued to receive treatments and the problem was corrected.

  I am now a member of the Outer Banks chiropractic team and I am proud to be a part of something I believe in. Chiropractic care changed the quality of my life. The pain I thought I would just have to live with for the rest of my life is gone!

        Raye Lynn Johnson

     It only takes one visit to Dr. Hargraves for the aches in my back to disappear. Thank you!

        Marjorie S. Wallwork

    While on vacation I was having extreme TMJ/ JAN pain. Through the couple treatments, it relieved the pain in my neck and upper back area enough to enjoy my vacation.

        Andria M. Di Presso  

    During my first visit with Dr. Hargraves, he did an X-ray and determined that I was about to go through an unneccessary back surgery. I really needed a hip replacement. My visits with Dr. Hargraves while waiting for the replacement relieved the back pain significantly. I have had the hip replacement and I am thrilled to be back undergoing chiropractic treatment for my back. Hopefully now that my legs are the same length, I don't limp and with continued treatments with Dr. Hargraves  the back issues will be relieved. I am so grateful for his discovery, my life has truly changed.

       Stephanie J. Neff

    I was rear-ended on March 6, 2008. The adjustments helped alleviate the pain and stiffness. I was able to return to work rather quickly and the continued visits continued to "work out" the stiffness that would occur by the end of my teaching day.

      Marcia Jenkins

   I was almost at the point of not being able to work. Dr. Hargraves has my tail wagging again!

       Betty Stone

   Constant pain in hands-neck. Numbness in right arm ( tingling ) down to finger tips at times. With time and age my lower back started getting painful. NOW...with constant periodic care I'm active, riding my motorcycle and LOVING LIFE. Thanks.

         Joseph Hawkins

    I awakened on a family vacation with a recurrence of  " old back" pain and a headache. Always a bit skeptical of chiropractic manipulation, my pain overcame my wariness and I found myself in Dr. Hargrave's office. Warmth and professionalism were evident in the entire staff. Dr. Hargraves took the time to reassure me and explain the process. I am pain free and ready to play again after his expert care.

     Susan Joyner 

    I came to the Doctor while visiting on vacation from Michigan. My lower back went out during the twelve hour drive to N.C. I was miserable. After two visits to th center I felt 100 % better. My kids appriciated my new vigore and energy. I am totally satisfied with the doctors patience and ability.I have been under chiropractic care for years. And Dr. Hargraves is one of the best. Thanks a lot.

       Larry Hackney

     I hurt my back right before coming down on vacation. I was stiff and had pain coming down my leg. The doctor helped to alleviate some of this pain and stiffness. I was able to better enjoy the rest of my vacation.

        Kevin LaBarr

    I was supposed to come down on Saturday, but postponed my drive until Sunday due to the inability to move and/ or drive. I looked Dr. Dave up Monday morning and got immediate relief. I saw him 3 times this vacation week and he literally saved my vacation. I have been seeing chiropractors and PT's all my adult life and he is as good a chiropractor as I have seen. Thank you Dr. Dave and staff.

        William M. Wade

    We were vacationing on the Outer Banks when my back "went out". Between the long drive from Indiana and sleeping on a different bed, it was too much. I got Dr. Hargraves' name from the phone book, came in for 3 visits, and he literally saved my vacation! He kept me moving and enjoying the things I had so looked forward to doing. I am so thankful for his expertise and care. His office staff was also very personable and kind. I appreciated that, too!

        Melinda Firestine 

   After a few days on vacation I could not get out of bed without help from my husband so I opened up the phone book and found this office. They saw me within two hours and after my first visit I was better. Now I'm on my way home without pain. I only wish the Doctor wasn't six hours away because I'd continue my visits.

     Great Doctor and wonderful Staff!

        Wanda Barden

    Two weeks ago I came in with the most painful experience of my life! My lower back was hurting for about two days( dull but constant pain). By the third day my lower back, hips, tail bone and pelvic area were completely locked up.It felt as if I was paralyzed from the waist  down., but I still could feel very sharp pains. 

  On my first visit I had to be carried in to the office. I left walking just after one visit. I used crutches to get around for about four days. By the end of the first week I was walking completely by myself. The second week of the treatment was used to get rid of the last bit of stiffness and dull pain in my lower back. After two weeks( 6 visits) I feel like myself again. Thank You Outer Banks Chiropractic Clinic!

      Sabrina Montague