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About J Hartley

1992 Palmer College of Chiropractic Graduate 1995 Diplomate American Chirpractic Neurology Board 2012 Fellow Palmer Academy of Chiropractic CLEAR Certified Intensive Care Scoliosis Doctor Practice in St. Augustine Since 1996 Owner of Hartley Chiropractic and Scoliosis Center in St. Augustine, FL

Are you or someone you know interested in an education and career in Chiropractic?

If yes we are here to help. Dr. J Hartley is a graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa and has been practicing in his home town of Saint Augustine, Florida for 20 years. Palmer College was founded in 1897 and is the first and largest chiropractic college.

Palmer offers many varied career paths including educator, hospital staff, solo practitioner and fitness/sports chiropractor.  With campuses in Iowa, California and Florida, Palmer College of Chiropractic is accessible to students around the country.

Feel free to contact Dr. J Hartley at 904-679-3233 with any specific questions or apply for more information @ http://www.palmer.edu/rugby-referral/ . Hartley Chiropractic and CLEAR Scoliosis Center is located at 1740 Tree Blvd. Saint Augustine.

 

“All my life I have had back trouble because of scoliosis…Boy, Did it help…being a senior citizen and working would not be possible if I didn’t visit Dr. J at least 3 times a week”

20 years of outstanding service to patients in St. Augustine has garnered Dr. J Hartley the gratitude of hundreds. As 2016 marks this auspicious 20th anniversary, we would like to share another such story.

“It is so easy to tell you how much I appreciate Dr. J. All my life I have had back trouble because of scoliosis (curvature of the spine), then two auto accidents with a neck injury did not help the situation. Dr. J was so helpful and explained my condition and made me aware of treatment for scoliosis and how it would help.

Boy! Did they help!

Being a senior citizen and working would not be possible if I didn’t visit Dr. J at least 3 times a week. I work as a cashier at Publix and look forward to my visits with him. I can honestly say the advice he gives me and the kindness of his staff is the greatest. I look forward to treatment with the best chiropractor who keeps me able to work and enjoy life more fully.”

-Alma

Alma’s case is another prime example that health starts with the spine.  Join patients like Alma on the road to a healthy and pain free 2016 by contacting Dr. J Hartley for a consultation.  Our office is located at 1740 Tree Blvd, St. Augustine; Serving Jacksonville, Gainesville , Daytona Beach and all of North Florida/Southeast Georgia and can be reached at 904-679-3233.

50 year old man who had severe neck and back problems was told by a doctor that he had no choice but to have surgery to ease the pain….” Thanks to Dr. Hartley my neck feels 90% better…. the thought of having back surgery is no longer in my plans.”

20 years of outstanding service to patients in St. Augustine has garnered Dr. J Hartley the gratitude of hundreds. As 2016 marks this auspicious 20th anniversary, we would like to share another such story.

“I am a 50 year old man who has had severe neck and back problems for most of my adult life. The excruciating pain and numbness had become so bad it affected my every day activities, as well as making it impossible to get a good nights sleep. X-rays had revealed several herniated discs. I had been told by a doctor several years ago that I had no choice but to have surgery to ease the pain. Not being a big fan of surgery, I decided to see Dr. Hartley for a second opinion. He assured me he could help my situation with chiropractic care and that I wouldn’t need the surgery. This sounded like the way to go.

To make a long story short….after about the fourth visit I started to feel like I did 20 years ago. Now that I have been going to Dr. Hartley for about five months, my neck feels about 90% better and my lower back, there is definite improvement. I can now sleep without waking up every half-hour in extreme pain. I no longer get fatigued just walking up a flight of stairs or taking a walk on the beach. I am living a much more productive life which I owe to Dr. Hartley. With continued treatment, I am certain I will be benefiting from chiropractic care for many years. The thought of having back surgery is no longer in my plans.  Another bonus to going to Dr. Hartley is I have not even had a cold in the five months of coming here. I used to get colds and sinus infections on a regular basis. It’s true —-chiropractic care DOES have a positive effect on the immune system. I will continue to tell friends and relatives about the benefits of chiropractic care.

IT REALLY WORKS!!!!”

-Jay

Jay’s case is another prime example that health starts with the spine.  Join patients like Jay on the road to a healthy and pain free 2016 by contacting Dr. J Hartley for a consultation.  Our office is located at 1740 Tree Blvd, St. Augustine and can be reached at 904-679-3233.

With my cane in hand I knew I had to get back to Dr. J, he was my only chance at getting better…….I am now smiling and I no longer need the cane!!!!

20 years of outstanding service to patients in St. Augustine has garnered Dr. J Hartley the gratitude of hundreds. As 2016 marks this auspicious 20th anniversary, we would like to share another such story.

“February 13, 2005 was the worst day of my life. I became very aware of the word pain. I woke up feeling pretty good, until I put my feet on the floor. All of a sudden I was in the worst pain of my life.

I was screaming, I could not sit or walk or do anything at all. I broke out in a cold sweat and was so nauseated I thought my life was over. the pain was so severe that I passed out cold. I fell to the floor and my husband had to leave me there because he has a bad back and could not lift me. He made sure I was ok and waited for me to come too. In two hours I woke up to more severe pain than I have ever known in my life.

My husband called Dr. Hartley and he said to bring me in right away. Steve tried to get me up and out to the car but it was a losing battle. He called Doc back and told him he could not get me there. Dr. Hartley offered to come to our home to help me. I thought house calls went out with high button shoes but this dear man was willing to come and see me.

Well I finally got to the office and after a couple of adjustments Dr. Hartley thought there might be something else wrong with me and advised me to go and get an x-ray. I went to the hospital and they kept me for a week, running all kinds of tests and giving me morphine. Most of that week I was asleep from all the drugs. When I left the hospital I was in as much pain as when I entered.

Depression became my middle name. With my cane in hand I knew I had to get back to Dr. J, he was my only chance at  getting better.  I went back to the man I trust to get me well.

Thank you Dr. J from the bottom of my heart for giving me my life back. I am now smiling and I no longer need the cane!!!!  You are #1 in my book forever.”

Joann’s case is another prime example that health starts with the spine.  Join patients like Joann on the road to a healthy and pain free 2016 by contacting Dr. J Hartley for a consultation.  Our office is located at 1740 Tree Blvd, St. Augustine and can be reached at 904-679-3233.

“Last week I realized I felt different, more alive… Suddenly it hit me; I had no pain! None!!

20 years of outstanding service to patients in St. Augustine has garnered Dr. J Hartley the gratitude of hundreds. As 2016 marks this auspicious 20th anniversary, we would like to share another such story.

“For eight long miserable months I was unable to think about anything other than the pain in my back and hips. My Parkinson’s Disease affected my legs making it not only difficult to walk, but also put my back and hips into spasm. One day in October 2004, after an especially painful episode, I decided I needed chiropractic help. I called Dr. Hartley’s office and made an appointment for the following day.

I shuffled into Dr. Hartley’s office leaning on my cane. I could barely get onto the table. I moaned at every adjustment. But after the first adjustment my back felt better – for about an hour. However, as the weeks wentby, each adjustment made my back feel better, and for longer periods of time.

Last week I realized I felt different, more alive. Suddenly it hit me! I had no pain! None!! What a wonderful feeling! You never know how good having no pain is until you experience it. 

Yes, the Parkinson’s is still with me but – thanks to Dr. Hartley and Chiropractic treatment – the back pain isn’t.

How’s that for a success story?”                              -Mary P.

Mary’s case is another prime example that health starts with the spine.  Join patients like Mary on the road to a healthy and pain free 2016 by contacting Dr. J Hartley for a consultation.  Our office is located at 1740 Tree Blvd, St. Augustine and can be reached at 904-679-3233.

The most amazing news one could ever expect…all lab tests were 100% NORMAL….No surgery….

20 years of outstanding service to patients in St. Augustine has garnered Dr. J Hartley the gratitude of hundreds. As 2016 marks this auspicious 20th anniversary, we would like to share another such story.

I have a nice little success story about my niece, Brooke.  At the age of two, she was having major problems. She was continually plagued with kidney and bladder infections. In one year she had seven infections. 

Nothing was making them better. Her mother took her to many specialists who strongly urged her to proceed with surgery. It was some “new” surgery, and they wanted to experiment with Brooke. Her mother came to me asking me for advice, and I told her that we needed to get her adjusted. I requested that we wait until her follow up in one year before we make any decisions about surgery of any sort. So we began adjusting her spine, and let her INNATE do the rest. Brooke went back to the urologist, who was not happy that she had chosen not to do surgery and to see a chiropractor instead, for her one year check-up. The most amazing news one could ever expect…All lab tests were 100% NORMAL!!! It was awesome. No surgery, and Brooke is now going on 5 years old, and I am very pleased to say that she is one of the healthiest little girls that I have ever known

GET THE BIG IDEA, AND ALL ELSE FOLLOWS.

                              ENOUGH SAID.

Brooke’s case is another prime example that even our children’s health starts with the spine.  Your child can join patients like Brooke on the road to a healthy and pain free 2016 by contacting Dr. J Hartley for a consultation.  Our office is located at 1740 Tree Blvd, St. Augustine and can be reached at 904-679-3233.

 

 

Healthy Restaurants in St. Augustine

Here in St. Augustine, Florida there are 3 local restaurants that can help us stick with our healthy eating resolutions at home and on the go.

Diane's Natural Market
2 locations in St. Augustine
Natural and organic foods, produce, vitamins, supplements and a cafe

Smoothie Fresh
2 locations in St. Augustine
Juices, smoothies, salads and wraps

Present Moment Cafe
King Street in St. Augustine
Organic, vegetarian, gluten-free fare as well as food classes and workshops

A healthy diet and chiropractic care are two important components of a healthy body.  Dr J Hartley can provide a consultation to get you on your way.  Our office is located at 1740 Tree Blvd., St. Augustine 32084 and can be reached at 904-679-3233.

 

 

 

“I could hardly sit…he did wonders for me” Displaced Back Resolved

20 years of outstanding service to patients in St. Augustine has garnered Dr. J Hartley the gratitude of hundreds. As 2016 marks this auspicious 20th anniversary, we would like to share another such story.

Several Years ago, I saw that there was a chiropractor but did not know that soon thereafter I would need his help. It happened one morning and I rushed to see him. I could hardly sit in the car and I proceeded half bent to reach his door. He did wonders and ever since I came to see him. If I feel I displaced something in my back I call him immediately.

“He and his staff deserve to be #1″

All the best to all of you and many thanks.

Chris P.

Chris’s case is another prime example that health starts with the spine.  Join patients like Chris on the road to a healthy and pain free 2016 by contacting Dr. J Hartley for a consultation.  Our office is located at 1740 Tree Blvd, St. Augustine and can be reached at 904-679-3233.

 

“After 2 months of treatment from Dr. Hartley my last blood work up came back with all levels normal..”

20 years of outstanding service to patients in St. Augustine has garnered Dr. J Hartley the gratitude of hundreds. As 2016 marks this auspicious anniversary, we would like to share one such story.

Back a few months ago I made the decision to seek the help of Dr. Hartley for a long standing pain in my lower back.  The pain was constant and started radiating down my leg affecting my Achilles tendon area and my ability to walk normally.

After my initial screening and adjustment the pain at the back of my foot was gone, as my body resisted the adjustment the pain did come back but has since disappeared completely.

The pain in the back has diminished greatly, I had not known the extent that my back bothered me, the abuse of such an intricate skeletal structure had shown wear over the years and the pain was just accepted over a long period of time.

My overall health has always been pushed to the high levels, weight, blood pressure, blood sugar, etc.  Every six months I have a blood work up that showed my ill health, after two months of treatment from Dr. Hartley my last blood work up came back with all levels normal.  When you are aligned properly you rid yourself of dis-ease and you feel better.  If you feel better you are more apt to do more, if you do more your overall health increases.

Thanks to Dr. Hartley and his crew, I am more conscious of my posture, I am able to visually see what I do wrong and how the misuse of my skeletal structure has a direct link to how I feel.

Mark C.

Mark’s case is a prime example that health starts with the spine.  Join patients like Mark on the road to a healthy and painfree 2016 by contacting Dr. J Hartley for a consultation.  Our office is located at 1740 Tree Blvd, St. Augustine and can be reached at 904-679-3233.

“Can Chiropractic Lower Your Blood Pressure?…”

Can chiropractic adjustments lower your blood pressure? According to a recent study at the University of Chicago…YES!!

Realigning the Atlas vertebra at the very top of the spine may affect blood flow. If the Atlas is out of position it can pinch nerves and arteries in the neck. A chiropractic procedure can produce results comparable to two different blood pressure medications, with no adverse side-effects.

If you are suffering from high blood pressure, or wish to avoid future health risks, schedule a consultation with Dr. J Hartley. Hartley Chiropractic and CLEAR Scoliosis Center is located at 1740 Tree Blvd. in St. Augustine, FL and can be reached at 904-679-3233.