Pennridge Wellness Center

Pet Wellness Event- MAY 15 2010

2010-04-11T07:24:00.001-04:00

The Pennridge Wellness Center will be sponsoring the First Annual Pet Wellness event in Menlo Park, Perkasie. The event was created to raise awareness for complimentary care for animals. Dr. Leah has teamed up with Dr. Michele Rupp (Veterinarian specializing in Acupuncture and Rehabilitation for animals) and Rockhill Veterinary Clinic. It's going to be an amazing day! One you won't want to miss!

Healthier Habits for a Healthier You

2010-02-26T08:39:00.001-05:00

Join us for our anniversary open house celebration on Saturday, March 20th from 12-3pm. Enjoy a sampling of our services and local vendors. Meet and greet with local holistic practicioners. FREE. All welcome!

Mission-Chiropractic: Haiti

2010-02-01T20:33:00.004-05:00

Join us at the Pennridge Wellness Center for an all day fundraiser to benefit Haiti relief.

Chiropractic-Acupuncture-Massage-Reflexology

All donations will be forwarded to Mission Life International

7am-7pm Call to Schedule Your Appointment Today! 215.257.3938

If you are unable to attend our event and would still like to participate. Please visit http://www.missionlifeintl.com/

LIFEforce 1000

2009-12-28T09:31:00.003-05:00

LIFEforce 1000

Giving back to those who give back to the profession

Dr. Leah Garlan will be speaking to the students of Life University on January 22nd-23rd about her experience and success as a Chiropractor. She is honored to be sharing the stage with other respected practicioners in our professsion, including Drs. Jeanne Ohm, Guy Riekeman, and Mark Victor Hansen (Author of Chicken Soup for the Soul). If you are interested in having Dr. Leah speak at a company event, please contact the office at 215.257.3938.

Have a Safe, Healthy, and Happy New Year!!!

Animal Chiropractic/Pet Wellness Class

2009-12-15T13:43:00.005-05:00

Animal Chiropractic & Pet Wellness Class

Pennridge Wellness Center

Saturday, January 9th

12:00-1:00pm

Dr. Leah will be talking about how to keep your pet healthy naturally. Call the office to sign up. FREE. Bring a friend.

215.257.3939

Mitten Tree

2009-12-02T09:59:00.002-05:00

As the holidays begin to approach, I invite you to take a moment to reflect on your blessings. We are most thankful for a wellness center that is abundant with wonderful patients and the opportunity to be of service to each one of you. We are blessed with health and gracious to be surrounded with your love and support. Thank you for being a part of that. It has been brought to our attention that our local Pennridge children are especially in need this year. Many children, right here in our neighborhood, are in need of winter outerwear including mittens, hats, scarves, and jackets. Please consider joining us in supporting our children and providing them with some warm wear for the winter months. We will be collecting donations at the Wellness Center and decorating our holiday tree with mittens of all sizes and colors.

Thank you in advance for your donations. Enjoy the holiday season. May your families be blessed with health and happiness.

Yours In Health,

Pennridge Wellness Center

Kids and Chiropractic

2009-11-18T14:59:00.005-05:00

FREE Workshop. Saturday December 5th, 2009. 12-1pm

Kids and Chiropractic

As parents, we always want the absolute best for our children. Join us on December 5th from 12-1pm to learn the essential elements to raising your kids in the wellness environment. Studies show that introducing chiropractic at an early age along with other positive lifestyle habits, children tend to grow up with a greater respect for their bodies and make healthier choices for themselves and their future families. Dr. Heidi looks forward to sharing her passion for nurturing children through natural health care with you and your family. See you there! Bring a friend! All attendees will receive a coupon to get a complementary exam for their children ($80 value).

Fall Safety Health Fair

2009-11-04T16:40:00.002-05:00

Dr. Leah will be collaberating with Johnson and Johnson Pharmaceuticals for their Fall Safety Health Fair on

Friday, November 6th from 11am-1pm.

Tell your friends to stop by to learn about the benefits of Chiropractic, Acupuncture and Wellness Care and how you can keep your immune systems strong during this flu season!

If you would be interested in having Dr. Leah or Dr. Heidi speak at your business function, contact our office for more information. 215.257.3938 We are always striving to serve the community in any way that we can.

Webster Technique--For Pregnant Women

2009-11-02T15:11:00.003-05:00

Dr. Heidi will be earning her certification in the Webster Technique from the International Chiropractic Pediactric Association on November 7th & 8th. This highly successful technique is designed to restore pelvic balance and function to the pregnant mother, which encourages breech babies to turn into the proper birthing position.

Please share this valuable information with your family and friends. It may prevent an unnecessary cesarean section! Chiropractic care during pregnancy can provide relief for back, rib, pelvic, and sciatic pain as well as make for a smoother labor and delivery for both mom and baby.

FREE Acupuncture Workshop

2009-10-21T16:42:00.007-04:00

Pennridge Wellness Center

Saturday, November 7th

12pm-1pm

FREE Workshop discussing the benefits of Acupuncture and healthy tips on how to build your immune system naturally. Vital information for the flu season!! Call to sign up @ 215.257.3938

Happy Boss's Day Dr. Leah!

2009-10-14T16:23:00.003-04:00

Thank you, Dr. Leah,

for creating such a wonderful environment that we can all be a part of! Best Boss Award 2009

October Special!!!

2009-10-12T09:05:00.004-04:00

October 21 Day Cleanse Special

$20 off Cleanse Kit

PWC will donate an extra $20 to Habitat for Humanity

Please join us in supporting Habitat for Humanity in their mission to build affordable homes, better lives, stronger families, and safer communities through partnerships with people and organizations throughout Bucks County.

Call today to order your cleanse kit for the fall! 215.257.3938

Open House Fun!

2009-09-30T18:48:00.002-04:00

Indian Valley Farmer's Market

2009-09-23T12:10:00.002-04:00

Come visit us on Saturday, September 26th from 10-12pm at the Indian Valley Farmer's Market.

FAMILY FUN DAY

2nd ANNUAL HARVEST FUN AND CRAFTS

Visit our table to learn more about the

Pennridge Wellness Center and our excellent services.

chiropractic . acupuncture . massage . nutrution . rehab

Take advantage of Special Offers for New Patients!

Meet our doctors and staff!

Share your chiropractic story!

Enjoy a fun, fall day with your family!

OPEN HOUSE September 19th 10am-3pm

2009-09-08T10:34:00.000-04:00

PWC Now Offering Acupuncture!

2009-08-21T22:12:00.005-04:00

We are proud to announce that appointments are officially available for ACUPUNCTURE.
Please call the office @ 215.257.3938 to schedule your consult with Dr. Leah to see how you can benefit.

Interested in learning more??
Join us for our FREE Acupuncture Workshop
**Thursday, August 27th @ 7 PM**
**Pennridge Wellness Center**

Topics:

*What is Acupuncture?*How does it work?*

*Who benefits from Acupuncture?*

*See the needles, moxabustion, guasha and cupping*

*Pricing & availabilty at the Pennridge Wellness Center*

August News & Events

2009-08-04T12:44:00.006-04:00

Pennridge Wellness Center News & Events August 2009

Tues. Aug. 4th – Goal Setting & Personal Development Class $30 – 7:00 PM Tues.

Aug. 11th - Intro to Chiropractic & Wellness / Acupuncture Class 7-8 pm

Tues. Aug. 18th -Intro to Chiropractic & Wellness / Acupuncture Class 7-8 pm Tues.

Aug. 25th – Intro to Meditation Class with Jill Foltz, $10 7-8 PM Tues.

Aug. 25th – Steve from Standard Process available from 11:30 – 12:30 for Nutritional Consultations & Muscle Testing. $45 Tues.

Aug. 27th – Acupuncture Workshop – 7 PM - All who attend will get a complimentary initial evaluation for Acupuncture. Please sign up at the front desk as we may need a larger location.

Acupuncture is coming soon!!!

1281 Rte. 113, Blooming Glen, PA 18911
215-257-3938
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August Office Hours

Mon /Wed 9 - 11:30 2 – 6:30 Tues /Thurs 2 - 6:30
Sat. 9 - 11

Saturday Hrs. in August:

Aug. 1 – Open
Aug. 8 – Closed
Aug. 15 – Closed
Aug. 22 – Open
Aug. 29 – Closed

Book Recommendation:
The Success Principles, by Jack Canfield

Schedule a relaxing massage with Tim or Sasha!
Gift certificates available! Massage is $1 a minute.
Love and kindness are never wasted. They always make a difference.
They bless the one who receives them,
and they bless you, the giver.
~Barbara De Angelis

Check Out Our New Inversion Table!

2009-08-01T17:49:00.003-04:00

Hanging Upside Down For Health

Many health benefits have been suggested with the use of an inversion table or the practice of inversion therapy --

Inversion May Help to Relieve Many Forms of Back Pain, Provide Care and Feeding for the Discs, Improves Circulation and Accelerates the Cleansing of Blood and Lymph Fluids, Increases Oxygen Flow to the Brain, Reduces the Effects of Aging Caused by the Force of Gravity, Decongests Internal Organs, Relieves Varicose Veins, Enables the Body to Stretch and Re-Align, and Strengthens Ligaments

Stop by the office to find out if inversion therapy is safe for your spine!

Living With Hope

2009-07-30T20:32:00.006-04:00

Dr. Heidi and Jill will be out in the community on Friday, July 31st spreading the wonderful word of chiropractic and wellness care. PWC was invited to attend Living With Hope-Summer Camp 2009 at Branch Creek Community Church in Harleysville.The event is proudly coordinated by the Parish Nurse Program of the Delaware Valley Region. Summer camp will provide a time of renewal for those involved in Health Ministry and those affected by cancer. Our hope is that we are able to reach out to these individuals through education and natural wellness care.

New Support for the 21-Day Purification Program. Check it out!!

2009-07-09T15:07:00.007-04:00

We are pleased to introduce a REVOLUTIONARY new approach designed to increase your compliance and success by supporting you during the 21-Day Purification Program. We offer a service that will not only help you to receive better results during the purification, but will also continue to educate you during and after the cleanse. We will hold your hand throughout the entire program to improve adherence and ensure that you are achieving the maximum benefit from the program. So, how does it work? Find out in the office how to enroll in the program. Some benefits include being assigned a "detox friend”, receiving daily emails which will include helpful tips and recipes. as well as one on one support. At the conclusion of the program you will receive tips on incorporating the lifestyle changes that you have made into your everyday life.

Congratulations Carole!! Thank you for Serving the Community.

2009-07-09T14:59:00.003-04:00

Three generations of firefighters were present at the ceremony. Carole Miller (center), an EMT in Silverdale, received an achievement award for completing Firefighter 1 Certification. She’s congratulated by her father Joe Deangelis, a firefighter with the Bristol Consolidated Fire Co., and her daughter Gentilina Miller, an EMT and firefighter with Silverdale. Miller’s son is also a firefighter.

GOAL SETTING & PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT CLASS

2009-06-23T09:32:00.000-04:00

Pennridge Wellness Center
Goal Setting & Personal Development Class

Dr. Leah is teaching this dynamic class on goal setting and making your dreams a reality!! Learn how to use your talents to bring more abundance into your life in any economy!! This is one of Dr. Leah's passions! She has been doing coaching for 8 years and has her own personal coach. Learn some of the secrets used by Dr. Wayne Dyer, Robin Sharma, and Dr. John Dimartini to name a few...!

This is a 3 part series being held Tuesday evenings:

June 30, July 14 & July 28

7:00 - 9:00 PM

$30 per class or $75 for all 3 classes

Although the classes build on each other, they are individual classes that stand on their own and you can sign up for each night if you are unable to attend them all.

Limit 15 people. Sign up in the office. You don't want to miss this!!!!

Yay for Kids Day!

2009-06-16T09:16:00.005-04:00

Thank you to all who shared in our wonderful

Healthy Kids Day event at the Pennridge Wellness Center.
From the fire truck, to Ida the Clown, face painting, crafts, popcorn, and balloons...it was a blast!!!
Dr. Heidi and Ida the Clown
Ida the Clown and Jill Foltz, our fabulous Chiropractic Assistant
Hilltown Fire Company VolunteersFace Painting!SMILES!!!
Crafts!
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

Healthy Kids Day - June 6th 10am-2pm

2009-05-19T21:45:00.004-04:00

Voted #1

2009-05-09T15:01:00.001-04:00

Happy Spring-Happy Cleansing

2009-04-07T09:09:00.004-04:00

Wishing you all a happy, healthy spring. Enjoy the fresh weather, and the beautiful produce in season. Remember to nourish your bodies with wholesome foods, sunlight, and exercise. Make your spinal health a priority. Engage in activities that will raise your spirits and deepen your relationships. Be mindful in all that you do. Cultivate the life that you wish to live.

"Be yourself. Above all. Let who you are, what you believe, shine through every sentence you write, every piece you finish."

When you are inspired...

2009-03-08T22:25:00.004-04:00

"When you are inspired by some great purpose,
some extraordinary project, all of your thoughts
break their bonds: your mind transcends limitations,
your consciousness expands in every direction and you
find yourself in a new, great and wonderful world.
Dormant forces, faculties and talents become
alive and you discover yourself to be a greater
person than you ever dreamed yourself to be."

-Robin Sharma

OPEN HOUSE

2009-01-12T11:17:00.003-05:00

We would like to wish you all a new year that is filled with an abundance of health, peace, and happiness. Here at the wellness center, we are kicking off the year with an OPEN HOUSE to spread the good word about health and wellness and the wonderful services that we offer.
OPEN HOUSE
PENNRIDGE WELLNESS CENTER
Saturday, January 24th 2009
12:00 pm- 4:00 pm
Join us for fun, refreshments, and prizes!!!
Give your loved ones the gift of health and share this information with anyone that you think deserves better health. We welcome the opportunity to serve your families and friends.
Truly yours in Health,
Pennridge Wellness Center

2008-12-31T16:28:00.001-05:00

I Promise Myself

2008-12-22T16:08:00.004-05:00

To be so strong that nothing can disturb my peace of mind.
To talk health, happiness, and prosperity to every person I meet.
To make all my friends feel that there is something worthwhile in them.
To look at the sunny side of everything and make my optimism come true.
To think only of the best, to work only for the best and to expect only the best.
To be just as enthusiastic about the success of others as I am about my own.

To forget the mistakes of the past and press on to the greater achievements of the future.

To wear a cheerful expression at all times and give a smile to every living creature I meet.

To give so much time to improving myself that I have no time to criticize others.

To be too large for worry, too noble for anger, too strong for fear, and too happy to permit the presence of trouble.

To think well of myself and to proclaim this fact to the world, not in loud word, but in great deeds.

To live in the faith that the whole world is on my side, so long as I am true to the best that is in me.

Rice Therapy Bags

2008-12-22T15:53:00.003-05:00

Stop by the wellness center to check out our rice therapy bags. They are beautifully handcrafted using a fragrant mix of essential oils and organic lavendar to relax the mind and body.

Use for sore muscles, arthitis pain, stiff joints, fibromyalgia, cramps, headaches, and much more.

Heat in the microwave or chill in the freezer. Enjoy!

Holiday Giving Tree

2008-11-11T16:17:00.013-05:00

As the holidays begin to approach, I invite you to take a moment to reflect on your blessings. We are most thankful for a wellness center that is abundant with wonderful patients and the opportunity to be of service to each one of you. We are blessed with health and gracious to be surrounded with your love and support. Thank you for being a part of that.

It has been brought to our attention that our local Pennridge children are especially in need this year. Many children, right here in our neighborhood, are in need of winter outerwear including mittens, hats, scarves, and jackets. Please consider joining us in supporting our children and providing them with some warm wear for the winter months. We will be collecting donations at the Wellness Center and decorating our holiday tree with mittens of all sizes and colors.

Thank you in advance for your donations. Enjoy the holiday season. May your families be blessed with health and happiness.

Yours In Health,

Pennridge Wellness Center

It's only a thought, and a thought can be changed.

2008-11-07T13:07:00.003-05:00

I am not limited by any past thinking. I choose my thoughts with care. I constantly have new insights and new ways of looking at my world. I am willing to change and grow.

THANK YOU!!!

2008-10-28T13:21:00.003-04:00

TEAM CHIROPRACTIC

THANKS TO ALL

FOR MAKING LAUREL HOUSE-5K

A SUCCESS!

FREE CHAIR MASSAGE

2008-10-20T12:56:00.009-04:00

In appreciation of our wonderful patients, we are offering FREE chair massage, with Tim, on Tuesday, October 28th. Please schedule your chiropractic adjustment between 3-6pm, if you are interested. As always, if you have a friend or family member whom you think could benefit from our care, please feel free to bring them along.

We are also excited to be introducing HOT STONE massage therapy in our office. Hot stone therapy is a fantastic way to relax your muscles and de-stress your mind. Treat yourself or a loved one to a massage this fall.

TEAM CHIROPRACTIC

2008-10-15T08:52:00.008-04:00

Dr. Leah and I had the pleasure of joining Dr. Sandy Levenson and Dr. Tammy Portolese, also local chiropractors, for a morning of eating, laughing, and inspiration! They say that power comes in numbers, and it certainly felt empowering to be sharing a table with others who share in our purpose. We all agree that we are here, as chiropractors, to provide a "ROPE OF HOPE" for our community. Each patient approaches our office with their own story, with a unique set of needs, and with individual goals for their future. Combined with compassion and understanding, we are committed to unraveling your story and helping you to achieve your goals. Whether your goals are set to get you back on the golf course, to allow you to play with your grand kids, to manage your weight, or simply to preserve your good health, you can count on us. The "ROPE OF HOPE" is right in front of you, all you have to do is reach out.

Together, our three offices, will be walking in Laurel House's 5K as "Team Chiropractic." Look for our purple bandannas!

Yours In Health,

Dr. Heidi

HOLISTIC MOMS NETWORK

2008-10-12T18:11:00.004-04:00

We are pleased to announce that the Pennridge Wellness Center is officially a proud sponsor of the Holistic Moms Network-Central Bucks Chapter. It's encouraging to see a group of moms that is proactive about their children's health and dedicated to making healthy choices for their families. Their purpose is to generate national awareness, education, and support for holistic parenting and to provide a nurturing, open-minded, and respectful community for parents to share these ideals. We share a similar purpose here at PWC and are enthusiastic about sharing these principles with others in the community. If you have questions about how you can help your children achieve optimal health, please don't hesitate to ask.

LAUREL HOUSE 5K FITNESS WALK

2008-10-10T13:04:00.010-04:00

LAUREL HOUSE

5K DASH

AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

WHO: Team Pennridge Wellness Center

WHEN: Sunday, October 26th @ 8am

WHERE: Upper Gwynedd Township Facility

One Parkside Place

North Wales, PA

Please let us know if you would like to join the fun!

Thank you for your support & enthusiasm!

Toggery by Kate D'Arcy

2008-10-07T23:18:00.011-04:00

One of the main reasons that Pennridge Wellness Center is such a wonderful place to be a part of, is YOU, our wonderful patients. The energy that each one of you brings to the office ties together to create an incredibly positive, healing environment. We consider you part of our chiropractic family. Whether we are hyped about the 21 day cleanse, our new mascot "Maddie," or the amazing results we are getting with Dr. Leah's latest KST technique, you always engage with us and share in our excitement. Thank you! Please take a moment to indulge in one of our favorite eco-conscious fashion finds. Toggery by Kate D'Arcy offers a collection of pieces boasting not only beautiful colors but classic, easy to wear styles that transition from casual to dressy and from season to season. We especially love Toggery because each piece is made from environmentally conscious fabrics and produced here in Pennsylvania. You can access the links to Toggery's main site as well as it's new Lux Green Living site on the right hand side of our blog. Enjoy!

October~Spinal Health Month

2008-10-06T09:03:00.008-04:00

In recognition of October's National Spinal Health Month, I invite you all to consider the factors that impact our spinal health and overall quality of life. Remember, the most critical component to our health is our central nervous system. It originates in the brain, channels down through our spinal column, and extends to each and every part of our body. Our spines were designed to protect this delicate, intricate connection of nerves. Misalignments of the spinal bones can irritate the nervous system, thus dampening the nervous impulses travelling from the brain out to the various parts of our bodies. Thankfully, we have control over our choices, habits, and lifestyles which can have a tremedous impact on our spinal health. Take a moment to evaluate the following areas:

1. Nutrition & Supplementation

2. Exercise

3. Adequate Rest

4. Stress Management

5. Sleeping/Postural Habits

6. Regular spinal checks by your chiropractor!!

Are you making healthy choices? Each one of us at PWC is here to help you achieve optimal health and wellness. Please call on us for advice and support to improve the quality of your life. We only get one spine, one body, one life; you have the power to take yours to the next level. As always, please let us know how we can better serve your families.

Yours In Health,
Pennridge Wellness Center

THE NEW OFFICE

2008-07-14T08:08:00.009-04:00

SERENE AND CALMING ATMOSPHERE

THE FRONT DESK

SEMI-OPEN ADJUSTING AREA

THE POWER PLATE

2008-07-14T07:45:00.002-04:00

Now that we have moved and settled into our new beautiful space, it was time I stopped making excuses and started working out. As many of you know, we added the Power Plate to the Pennridge Wellness Center as our primary workout machine.

Benefits : FitnessPower Plate® machines are a great alternative for people who enjoy an active lifestyle, but do not have the time for a lengthy work-out three or more times a week. Acceleration Training™ exercise using Power Plate® machines offers a number of important benefits that will help fitness goals easily be achieved or exceeded. These benefits range from an immediate improvement in blood circulation, to a variety of other measurable outcomes, such as increased muscle strength and flexibility, better range of motion, better core conditioning and stability, and faster recovery.

"I love that with the Power Plate, I can get a full workout at home in next-to-no time.
I really am impressed with the machine's ability to target and recruit specific muscles and improve my flexibility at the same time. It just feels good."
-- Hillary Swank, Oscar® winner, Actress

DR. LEAH BEGINS ACUPUNCTURE CLINIC

2008-05-01T07:52:00.002-04:00

In one of the most memorable days of my life, our supervisors Ed Cuningham and Damini Celebre (my acupuncturist) welcomed the 2nd year class as collegues. I have never experienced such gratitude for being a healer and I look forward to many years as an acupuncturist.

MY 2 FAVORITE PEOPLE & STAFF!

2008-04-30T07:59:00.001-04:00

DR. LEAH WITH DORIS AND BILL ALSO KNOWN AS "THE OLDIES"

BARB, MEGHAN, DR. LEAH, PAM, TIM

THE PENNRIDGE WELLNESS TEAM

Silverdale Wellness Center Is Moving!!!

2008-01-23T11:22:00.000-05:00

Dr. Leah Garlan is proud to announce the Silverdale Wellness Center will be expanding to a new larger state of the art health care facility. "Pennridge Wellness Center" will be located in Blooming Glen at the corner of RT 113 and Blooming Glen Rd. In addition to Chiropractic, the center will offer Massage Therapy, Acupuncture, Nutrition, and the NEW Power Plate exercise machine. Stay tuned for our move in date and check back soon for updates!

2007-09-25T17:12:00.000-04:00

Just for Ponies e-Newsletter | August 2007

Dr. Leah Garlan Specializes in Alternative Care for Animals
Dr. Leah Garlan is a human chiropractor that specializes in alternative care for animals at the Silverdale Wellness Center. She also breeds beautiful crossbred ponies at her farm, Dreamland Ponies, in Silverdale, PA. After getting her Doctor of Chiropractic degree she also became certified by the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association (AVCA). Although the benefits of chiropractic are well known for humans, the science for animals is still a growing

Dr. Leah Garlan, a certified human and animal chiropractor, is demonstrating a shoulder stretch on her imported pony, *Talponciau Blodyn (nicknamed Cricket). Cricket is one of Dr. Leah's broodmares and is by Boston Bentick.

field with less than 1000 AVCA certified doctors worldwide. Many of Dr. Leah's amazing success stories confirm that animals can live a higher quality of life with chiropractic adjustments. She's helped several paralyzed dogs walk again and has assisted numerous horses and dogs to return to the show ring. Chiropractic is the science, art and philosophy of correcting spinal misalignments to increase the range of motion, flexibility and overall health. Dr. Leah commented that "In my experience, the majority of the animals I work with enjoy getting adjusted. I notice that they relax when they sense you are there to help them and make them feel better."

Star Rabbit is a 2007 colt by Rocky Rabbit and is owned and was bred by Dr. Leah Garlan. Star Rabbit is out of Dr. Leah's imported mare *Talponciau Blodyn (see photo on right). Dr Leah breeds crossbred ponies at her farm Dreamland Ponies, Silverdale, PA. Star Rabbit is going to a handler for training, so watch for him next year at Devon!

click HERE for the online article

NEW DISCOVERY!

2007-09-16T09:08:00.000-04:00

This weekend while I was busy at school we got to take a break for the Glenside Street Fair. There were many great vendors and one I was most drawn to was Milkshake Crafts. These amazing crafts are all handmade and beautiful. Check out their website at www.milkshakecrafts.com. I hope to offer their products in my office in the future!

NEW ARTICLE IN PHILLY FIT

2007-09-16T09:01:00.000-04:00

Dr. Leah has again been featured in, see her latest article in

Philly Fit Magazine Sept - Oct 2007

SWC IS MOVING!!!!

2007-09-16T08:52:00.001-04:00

After several years of hard work and visualizing, my dream of a BIG wellness center has finally arrived!!! In the next couple months we will be making arrangements for the big move to Blooming Glen. The practice is going to offer Acupuncture, Massage, Power Plate exercise, Nutrition, Yoga, Meditation......so many to name, in addition to the great Chirorpractic services we already offer. Visit our website for current updates and look in your mail for open houses and special events. Wish us luck in this exciting new journey. I have to also thank all my amazing patients who have given me the ability to grow so quickly. I look forward to taking care of you and many more new families in the future. Thanks again!!! Dr. Leah

CANADIAN CHIROPRACTOR VISITS DR. LEAH

2007-08-14T10:35:00.001-04:00

Dr. Recnik is a chiropractor from Alberta, Canada. She was in town for the Masters Circle Seminar in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Leah was excited to have her in town and they both did lots of brainstorming!

RUSTY THE WONDERDOG!!!

2007-08-14T10:15:00.000-04:00

As many of my patient's know, I have been talking a lot about the incredible little dog I started taking care of named Rusty. This dog (and his wonderful owners) amazed me and his story is one I love to brag about. Rusty was referred to me by Dr. Smith from Ark Animal Hospital in Chalfont, PA. I have just started to form an excellent relationship with this office and I am starting to get a stream of referrals from them.
When I got the phone call about Rusty I was very excited to take care of him. Rusty became my oldest "doggie chiropractic patient" at the age of 17 years old!!! When I met Rusty, you would have never known he was 17. It took 3 people, I call them his bodyguards, to bring the little Norwich Terrier to the office. You can see it in everyone's eyes, he is one loved dog.

To my surprise Rusty was in excellent physical shape. He has what I call, "old age syndrome", but he is in otherwise great shape. The owners main complaint was his legs were starting to give out and he has a hard time on smooth surfaces. This is very common in older dogs, even half Rusty's age. I chose to do very gentle treatments and focused mainly on using the Erchonia Cold Laser.

After 2 treatments Rusty has been much more mobile. He was doing so well he decided to jump off his crate while he was getting his daily pampering. I decided to make a house call yesturday to see him. I was excited to see he was doing fine and made a lier out of his owners!

Thank you to Rusty's wonderful owners and an incredible veterinarian for allowing me to take care of him. Thanks for the cake and lemonade too!!!

Dr. Garlan featured in PHILLY FIT MAGAZINE

2007-08-14T10:14:00.001-04:00

Philly Fit Magazine
May-June 2007(click image for full story)

Dr. J. Leah Garlan - Contributing Writer...

2007-08-14T10:07:00.001-04:00

Dr. Garlan is a licensed chiropractor specializing in chiropractic and wellness care for animals. She is certified by the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association from Parker Chiropractic College in Dallas, Texas, and practices in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, at the Silverdale Wellness Center. She is pursuing a master’s degree in acupuncture at the Won Institute of Graduate Studies. (click on the pictures to view the article)

BUDDY IS DOING GREAT!!!

2007-08-14T09:30:00.000-04:00

Buddy is a 13 year old lab mix who was referred to me from Ark Animal Hospital. His owner said he was having a difficult time getting around and had hip problems. Buddy's vet, Dr. Smith, thought a chiropractic adjustment would benefit him.

Buddy has had 4 visits over the last couple months and he's doing fantastic. His owner even said he jumped on their bed for the first time in years! I am very excited that he's getting such great results.

Our patient's love the SWC

2007-08-12T16:53:00.000-04:00

In Loving Memory

2007-07-13T22:10:00.000-04:00

"Kelci"

you will be forever missed. love leah

PHILY FIT BASH

2007-05-21T12:59:00.000-04:00

The Silverdale Wellness Center was at the Philly Fit Bash on Sunday May 20 to support animal chiropractic. Dr. Leah was also featured on CN8 with Lynn Doyle. We will be adding a link to the clip soon!

Dreamland Ponies

2007-05-18T20:20:00.000-04:00

NEW WEBSITE: www.dreamlandponyfarm.com

ROCK FOR REDS - HUGE SUCCESS!

2007-01-21T17:01:00.000-05:00

Over $1000 was raised for the Doberman Rescue of PA at ROCK FOR REDS. The event was inspired from "Caine's Story", a love for animals, and a vision for the future.

Rock for Reds raised awareness for Alternative Care for Animals. Thank you Dawn Heckenberger and her family for putting together such a wonderful event.

Making Caine Able

2007-01-21T16:34:00.000-05:00

ROCK FOR REDS

2007-01-21T13:02:00.000-05:00

MAKING CAINE ABLE

By FREDA R. SAVANA
The Intelligencer

Dawn Heckenberger and her family had just about given up hope that their beloved Doberman pinscher would be with them much longer. Injured and aging, Caine was unable to walk and the time had come, they thought, to have him put down.

But the 9-year-old dog lived another year and a half after the Hatfield woman made a call to a chiropractor, Leah Garlan.

“I was very skeptical,” said Heckenberger, “but I listened to what she had to say.”

Garlan, who has a human chiropractic practice in Silverdale, convinced the family to have Caine come for a couple of visits to see if she could help the 120-pound dog, paralyzed in both back legs. She's also licensed with the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association.

“He started to respond after only two adjustments,” said Heckenberger. Within about eight weeks, Caine regained almost complete use of his hind legs.

For Heckenberger, whose heart, she explained, “lies with the animal world,” the recovery of her dog was more than a blessing for her family; it became an opportunity to raise awareness about chiropractic and homeopathic care for animals.

“I never knew about it, that there was alternative care for pets,” she said. “I want others to know.”

Heckenberger is sponsoring an event Saturday at the New Britain Baptist Church on Route 202 in New Britain to educate the public about animal chiropractic care.

Pet owners turn to chiropractic care, which involves adjustments, sometimes called manipulations, of the spine and joints to keep them in proper alignment, when they aren't getting the results they want through traditional veterinary medicine, said Garlan.

“With gentle adjustments by hand you can restore proper motion to the joints and that promotes healing,” Garlan said.

“The most important thing is knowing when to refer” an animal to a veterinary chiropractor, she said.

Dr. Drew Sporer, a Doylestown vet, said although he doesn't practice chiropractic care, he strongly supports it and recommends it for some of his patients.

“I absolutely believe there's a place for alternative care for pets,” he said.

Ten or 15 years ago, his opinion might have been different. “I was more skeptical then,” said Sporer, “but I've actually seen pets recover.”

Alternative medicine for animals has been around for some 20 years, but has become increasingly popular in the last several years.

Sporer said he's seen more practitioners popping up, offering acupuncture, homeopathic and chiropractic care in growing numbers over the past five years.

Dr. Alberto G. Gil, who has been practicing holistic medicine for 13 years from his Long Island, N.Y., office, believes chiropractic medicine can be a great benefit to animals.

Dogs with hip dysplasia, whose owners are often told will not walk again, can be returned to a healthy quality of life, Gil said.

Cats, horses and other animals can also be helped with chiropractic care, many veterinarians agree.

Fees for the services range from $40 a visit to $75.

VISIT: www.drleahgarlan.com for more info

Caine's Story...

2007-01-20T15:53:00.000-05:00

Coty's Story

2007-01-18T16:09:00.000-05:00