Nine years ago you relieved the problems in my neck. Well, now my neck was once again acting up in a different way. Despite the long drive all the way to Santa Monica [from Seal Beach], I wanted your professional care. Now, two months later, I am feeling infinitely better.

...And your expertise turns out to be relieving a second problem that had been gradually getting worse in my low back for the past year...My worst fear was that irreversible osteoarthritis was developing. ...Exercises and your maneuvers...are making the pain go away and I'm feeling younger to boot!

As a physician I have worked with many patients myself...It inspires me to work towards being an even better doctor myself, with my own patients--to be as good as you are with yours.

With grateful regards,

Hilary Siebens, MD
Medical Physician
Established the physical medicine department at Havard Medical School, Cambridge, MA

Dear Dr. Morris,

I truly believe that everyone has special people put in their lives for a reason. For me, you are one of those rare people…When I broke my back I was scared of how it would affect my future, but I was determined not to let it define my life. I searched for many different outlets from the pain, and went through a few different doctors. But, nothing seemed to help and I didn't trust the doctor's I had been treated by. At that point in my life, I didn't think that there would be any hope for me to return to running tract at USC or for anyone…I became depressed and struggled to try to find myself a solution. When I came back to finish school I was still desperate for help and I remember Ashley talking to me about your practice. I became very excited hearing about the recommendation, but simultaneously I was nervous to try another doctor out. When I first met you, I felt in my heart that I could trust you and the presence you hold was comforting to me. You told me that I had a lot to be fixed, but that in time I would feel better.

One of the greatest choices I have ever made was taking that chance. You don't realize how hard it is to live in pain, until you are free from it. You then wonder how you ever lived before like that and made it through. You have changed my life in so many ways that there really are no words to describe my gratitude. Not only, do I have the choice to return to track, but I have my health back. That gift is worth more than anything and because of that I look at you as a blessing put in my life. I had prayed that I would receive a miracle, and you were what God handed to me. …you have done so much to better my life and future and for that I will always be indebted to you!

Yours friend,

Heather Hennessy
USC Student and Middle Distance Track Athlete

in February 2003 when I developed (what an MRI two weeks later would show to be) a large extruded disc. The pain was initially excruciating. When it stopped being excruciating, my left leg became completely numb. My left knee reflex was almost non-existent.

Physically, I was at a stand-still. I was use to power-walking 4 miles a day and to moving quickly. I was frightened and looked to orthopedic specialists for answers. Three doctors marveled at the size of my disc extrusion...I wasn't a good surgery candidate...not one of them knew what to do with me.

Two and a half weeks after the injury, a friend of a friend called and literally insisted that I see Dr. Morris. He was convinced that this doctor could help me avoid surgery and recover.

Unlike the others, Dr. Morris had seen my condition twice and had successfully helped these patients return to full health without surgery. My initial exam with Dr. Morris lasted longer than all three of my previous doctor visits combined.

After 30 days of treatment, the numbness had disappeared. My knee reflex had returned. Better yet, I'd learned how to move, what not to do, effective biomechanics, etc.

Most importantly, as Dr. Morris' patient, I have been priviledged to experience a level of care that pays attention to my fears, answers my questions and is 100% present and focused on my condition...I recommend Dr. Morris without reservation.

--Sherri D. Cannon
Executive Coach; The Cannon Group, Inc.; Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

Back in March of 2003, I was injured in a car accident and was forced to seek treatment in the Los Angeles area. I immediately started looking for a reputable chiropractor, and after positive referrals from friends and family members, I ended up at Dr. Morris' office…I could not have been happier with my results. I first started with limited motion of my neck and back, as well as damage to my wrists. This pain was compounded by the constant computer use at my job, as well as the beginning signs of carpal tunnel. I didn't have high hopes for my wrists, but in that short period of time I walked out of his office recuperated 110%...His passion for what he does sets him apart from any other doctor with whom I have come into contact.

--Brian Gross, President, CEO , Calendar Creations

I woke up one morning feeling pain down one leg-it would be the beginning of a long journey…I went from doctor to doctor, had test after test, was given one med after another, was given traction repeatedly at a hospital, had x-rays, nothing helped. By this time I could not straighten up upon getting out of bed-besides the constant pain. All of this covered a period of nine long months. To say the least, I was miserable.

…About one month later (after seeing Dr. Morris), I was able to straighten up when I got out of bed and soon was pain free. To me it was a miracle…For the last 18 years, Dr. Rick has been a big part of my well being. He is exceptionally caring and sensitive and smart!"

--Niki Williams

Dr. Morris discovered that my right hip was 15mm. higher than my left. I had trouble with my feet for 5 years. After years of doctors and shots and orthotics-my feet still hurt. Dr. Morris began to slowly raise up my left side by adding a small lift into my shoe. Once we reached the maximum of 7 mm. he ordered special orthotics for me. I remember Dr. Morris laying on the floor to examine my new orthotics to make sure they fit perfect. Perfect was all that was allowed.

Having my hip and back corrected and holding, and my posture and feet corrected and holding, I feel like a new person…I recently walked in New York City for 8 days and my feet and hip did not hurt me.
This doctors office is unlike any I've ever been to before and I don't think it can be improved! The proof is in the pudding-and I'm walking proof…

--Christine Briscoe

I had been suffering from sciatica since December 2002, had consulted my primary care physician, and just completed a course of physical therapy recommended by my physician…The previous Friday, the physical therapist had stated the obvious-that the therapy had not made me symptom-free…the "other approaches" probably meant a referral to a pain center specializing in epidural blocks and that, if those were ineffective, surgery might be recommended. Co-workers suggested acupuncture or chiropractic-options never mentioned by my physician or the physical therapist…I was trying to ignore my symptoms and just keep functioning. That approach was not working. After 2.5 km of a 5 km walk that Sunday, I had to quit and return to the main event arena-very much in pain.

And then, there you were on stage at the event speaking about sports injuries…In six weeks, your course of treatment had me symptom free and I have remained so…Not only have I returned to pre-injury physical activities, but also I have expanded my physical activities significantly. I feel great. I feel 30 again. Not bad for a 64-year-old!...I only regret that I had to endure so many months of pain before finding you…
--Donell Cohen, Los Angeles

Several years ago, I was involved in a car accident which left me unable to sit or walk without excruciating pain. After having x-rays and MRI examinations, I learned that I had two herniated discs in my lower back. During that time, I went to several chiropractors and orthopedic surgeons who helped my back temporarily, but the pain persisted.

A couple of months ago, I aggravated my back again while exercising in the gym. A co-worker recommended … Dr. Rick Morris…After just a few treatments with this amazing Doctor and his caring staff, I was back to enjoying my active lifestyle again. I highly recommend Dr. Morris to my friends, family and anyone suffering from back pain or any other chronic ailments…I am forever grateful to you…

--Lori Shapiro, Yoga Instructor

…recently, when my lower back simply couldn't keep quiet any more, I paid a visit to Dr. Morris … Dr. Morris was more professional and knowledgeable than any orthopedist or sports doctor whom I had ever visited…While I'm no longer a starting second baseman playing college ball, I am currently enjoying a strength and agility, which I haven't felt for years. I have had such great results with Dr. Morris and his team that I have recommended him to all of my colleagues, and even my fiancée. Everyone has echoed my enthusiasm…

--Sean Hanish, President, LBC Advertising

When other doctors just want to treat me with drugs or tell me there is nothing else they can do, you kept working on my back and legs, so now I am moving with much more ease and no pain. I can actually straighten my left leg!...Seeing you on a regular basis is definitely the most important part of my medical treatment.

--Sheila Noonan (Discussing her treatment with M.S.)

In my experience as Yoga teacher and director I have met many good doctors. Rick falls into the category of great…Over a long period of time I have referred over one hundred clients with a wide range of muscular skeletal problems, all received good results. Rick Morris is also man of high integrity who sincerely cares about his patients and spreads a lot of sunshine along the way.

We in the health community hope and pray that Rick Morris lives a long time because we need him.

--Larry Payne, PhD. Founder and Director of Samata Yoga Center and author of Yoga for Dummies and Yoga RX


Never actually realizing that I had a herniated disc in my lumbar spine until getting out of bed and walking were almost too painful to bear, mine is a story that begins just after they slid me into an MRI machine...

First, I was off to a specialist who told me that while I might be only twenty-three I certainly looked like I had the back of a forty year-old. This was followed by, "well, you're definitely going to have to look at what you want to do for a living because there are certain things that are just out of the question..."

My next stop was to a world-renowned back surgeon who makes a living off the bulging and herniated discs of pro athletes. Yet, the surgery he would propose was, by his own admission, so risky it would be foolish to even try it. So they stuck me in physical therapy. Two-to-three times a week for months and months I rolled on towels, I rolled on balls, I stretched and was stretched, but it was all to no avail...

Frayed and tired I was at the end of my rope... In my first week…I…immediately felt incrementally better. I cannot underscore this enough, remember I had been in physical therapy for months, yet after only one week …I was seeing major improvement. Suffice it to say that my back has only gotten better.

I don't know the stories of others, but I thought you might want to know exactly what it took for one person to find something that has changed their life.

--Jason A. Karsh
Advertising, Writer