Reviews of Portsmouth Family Chiropractic (Chiropractor)

Jeronimo Garrigues

Dr. Dawson is an amazing doctor!! He is very professional, kind and he listens very attentively. The adjustment of the atlas is a delicate thing and is calming to see him carefully and precisely decide how to do the adjustment. He took away three years of headaches that I was having after a car accident!!! Always grateful!!!

sean poper

Wanted to eat a bullet yesterday it was so much pain insurance and dr won't do anything until I complete 6 weeks of physical therapy I'm 2 weeks in and counting went to see dr dawson today and after 5 min in adjustments I'm not 100% but I feel so good compared to yesterday it is unbelievable I can function! I cant say enough good thinks about this man and his practice I drive an hour one way to get there thank God for parents brow beating me into going I'm so stubborn. Thank you again dr dawson you have no idea how extremely happy I am! Dont wait people go see him!

Cavanaugh Family

Dr. Dawson solved years of problems for me. He is extremely knowledgable--beyond any other dr that has tried to help me.

Suzy Finniss

Thankfully a colleague recommended Dr.Dawson after I had herniated my C-3. That was 9 years ago! Surgery was a risky option but thanks to Dr.Dawson, I haven't had to even think about that option! He is incredibly helpful, knowledgeable and gifted in his approach! I am incredibly thankful that I don't ever have to suffer from pain! One phone call, and I'm back up and running! Life is good and I'm back to my active self thanks to Dr.Dawson!

Emily Bean

"A 15-minute trip to Portsmouth Family Chiropractic is better than a day at the spa; and not just on your pocketbook, it’s much more effective as well! Not only is Dr. Dawson incredible, he treats the problem, not the symptoms. This is not your usual chiropractic visit. Dr. Dawson treats from temple-to-toes as gently and thoroughly as possible. My first visit began with a quick x-ray to deduce my problem areas. Then Dr. Dawson patiently explained my problem areas in detail and the way in which he would treat each issue. I can honestly say my back – and my whole body! – truly feel like a whole new me. I’m able to stand straighter, sleep better, and most importantly, have a life without back and neck pain. Portsmouth Family Chiropractic gets five stars from me; do yourself a favor, go in for a consultation. You will absolutely be back. Thank you Dr. Dawson for everything you’ve done for me!"

Kristine Bean

Recently, I had the awful misfortune of experiencing a bulging disk in my L4. I was unable to walk without spasmodic pains and my family physician could offer no respite other than muscle relaxers. Eventually, the pain was so crippling that they prescribed narcotic pain medication. I was unwilling to utilize the prescription and sought help at Portsmouth Family Chiropractic and Dr. Dawson. By this time, I was chair-bound and barely able to drive. He spent incredible time in explaining my condition and how best to treat. While I will always deal with this issue, I am eternally grateful in the relief Dr. Dawson was able to offer. After several careful, pain-free adjustments, I began to regain range of motion and the experienced much- needed relief. Within a couple weeks, I was able to walk upright and even lift small items. Thank you, Dr. Dawson! As anyone with back issues and pain knows, this type of injury affects every single aspect of your life. I am able to continue on with my life and I am so, so appreciative of Dr. Dawson’s skill, manner, and treatment consistency. Fantastic doctor and wonderful practice… I’m now bringing my entire family! Thanks so much Dr. Chris Dawson!! Kristine Bean

Gerri DeSimone

Cannot say enough good things about Dr. Dawson. Because of his knowledge, expertise and gentle manner at adjusting the atlas bone I was relieved of several years of debilitating Positional vertigo. Before his evaluation and adjustment, I never knew when a dizzy spell would take place. It is well worth the 90 minutes ride to his office for maintenance adjustments. All is well for me for over more than 5 years. I am forever grateful to him and his practice. Give yourself a wonderful gift of a healing visit to Dr. Dawson.

Shelli Scott

Husband had bad headache for over a month, tried everything we could think of, went to Dr Chris and wam bang in 10 minutes problem solved. Worth the 80 minute drive and more. He knows what he’s doing.

h rau

I was working long hours as a chef and sustained a severe back injury, herniating two lumbar discs. In the hospital, was put in traction and given muscle relaxants, then scheduled for spinal fusion surgery. I asked about the details of the procedure. A piece of bone from my illiac crest would be inserted between the injured vertebral bodies, fusing my spine. I chose to find another way. Over the next few weeks, my left leg began to weaken. More X-rays showed the nerve root was being impinged by calcification around the facet window. I was in extreme pain and very much terrified. An EMG study confirmed the nerve was deteriorating. Still, I had enough faith look for another way. I was considered totally disabled. My doctors warned me that I would lose my ability to walk if I didn't have the fusion procedure. I kept searching and found a chiropractor who gave me some relief. A temporary fix, for every two weeks my back would go out and I'd be right back in the office. I began practicing Pilates and have continued to this day. My progress was slow, and over the years I regained my health and physical stamina. Still there were setbacks which I took on as they appeared. I became an accomplished open water swimmer and SCUBA diver. I studied anatomy and addressed the weakness in my body. I continued to use chiropractic to keep me adjusted, when I could not get results otherwise. In the past several years, I resolved most of my issues. One area I could not get past was my severe recurring headaches. My chiropractor would adjust me by manipulating my head and with a crackling sound and all would be well, for a few weeks. Then the pain would come, and back for another session. I had to find a better way. One of my Pilates students mentioned Doctor Chris, I became interested in his NUCCA method. I did the treatment with him and felt immediately better. The dull constant pain was gone. Over the next two weeks, I continued to improve. My sleep was much better, as was my mental focus and ease of movement. My neck and head pain has not reappeared. I feel this was the last piece of the puzzle in my return to full functioning. It has been a decades long journey. I am so glad I found Dr. Chris at Portsmouth Family Chiropractic. Harry M. Rau, Rye Beach, NH

Helen Parreira

Dr Dawson is very kind, patient and knowledge about nucca chiropractics... I wouldn't be able to live the quality of life I live without his adjustments

Nina P

In June of 2017, I sat up after my NUCCA adjustment and said, "Wait! I can hear!!" For the first time in a year and a half I was able to hear clearly, without the sensation of my ears being blocked. The trouble started after a flight home from Florida. The ENT called it "blocked eustachian tubes". After medications and in-office treatments failed to help, they recommended a surgery to insert tubes in my ears. I hated the idea, but after such a long time, I was ready to consider it. That is when the NUCCA adjustment restored my hearing to normal! My ears have been fine since that day, a year and four months ago! THANK YOU Dr. Dawson, for your fine work and for the practice of NUCCA. Nina Pension 10/16/18

Carolyn Johnson

Dr. Dawson is amazing! I injured my shoulder three months before a Tarpon fishing vacation. He helped me get my shoulder ready to fight a 140lb. fish...thank you for all you do for me!