Glen Feliz Chiropractic Assoc
3171 Los Feliz Blvd Ste 202
Los AngelesCA90039
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Description
O'Neill Claire DC is located at 3171 Los Feliz Blvd, Los Angeles, CA. This location is in the Atwater Village neighborhood. This business specializes in Chiropractic Offices.
Member Reviews
If it walks like a duck, and quacks like a duck...:
Of the old school variety of chiropractors, requiring x-rays ($125, even with 2 "free" views) before treatment and subjecting patients to a 15 minute video about the benefits of chiropractic. For those familiar with chiropractic treatment, this is just a complete waste of time. The lengthy spinal evaluation and x-rays did not tell me anything that I did not already know about my spine, and had in fact already told them about during the intake. Due to my history, they told me that they would not touch me without the x-rays. My history also includes extensive imaging that shows that non-cracking chiropractic would be safe, but they were not interested in those findings. When it comes to actual treatment, nothing special there.
The whole practice seems geared towards getting as much $$ as possible out of newbies with the ol' chiro song-and-dance. Just a quick example... I paid the $ for the x-rays, against my better judgement, because I was told that at least I could have some newer films to add to my growing pile. No mention of any extra costs involved with getting that copy of the films (that I thought I had already paid for). When I asked for a copy today, I was told it would be $35 to burn a disc. $35?! When I protested, I was pointed to their thick manual of rules that was given to me at the first appointment, where it "clearly states this."
I was looking for a chiropractor that can integrate in with my current healing program, but this one follows its set ruts in the ground, and does not appear to stray from the script much. Oh, and watch out for their young sarcastic receptionist who is quite the effective communicator.I'm just glad that I was given the "special deal" (that everyone gets if you just know to ask for it) of no initial exam fee ($129). Just be aware that if you do choose to go to this chiropractic office and you pay the full price, you are about to be taken on a ride.
Update: I had to ask some insurance questions repeatedly to the obtusely unhelpful receptionist, and was still not getting a clear answer. My repeated questioning (in other words, not moving along like a sheepish "good patient") together with my incredulity about the x-ray CD costs prompted a call from Dr. Claire this morning. In her message to me, instead of seeking to know what her patient's perspective was on things, barred me from her office because she heard I was being "rude to her staff." Fantastic practices at this place!
The whole practice seems geared towards getting as much $$ as possible out of newbies with the ol' chiro song-and-dance. Just a quick example... I paid the $ for the x-rays, against my better judgement, because I was told that at least I could have some newer films to add to my growing pile. No mention of any extra costs involved with getting that copy of the films (that I thought I had already paid for). When I asked for a copy today, I was told it would be $35 to burn a disc. $35?! When I protested, I was pointed to their thick manual of rules that was given to me at the first appointment, where it "clearly states this."
I was looking for a chiropractor that can integrate in with my current healing program, but this one follows its set ruts in the ground, and does not appear to stray from the script much. Oh, and watch out for their young sarcastic receptionist who is quite the effective communicator.I'm just glad that I was given the "special deal" (that everyone gets if you just know to ask for it) of no initial exam fee ($129). Just be aware that if you do choose to go to this chiropractic office and you pay the full price, you are about to be taken on a ride.
Update: I had to ask some insurance questions repeatedly to the obtusely unhelpful receptionist, and was still not getting a clear answer. My repeated questioning (in other words, not moving along like a sheepish "good patient") together with my incredulity about the x-ray CD costs prompted a call from Dr. Claire this morning. In her message to me, instead of seeking to know what her patient's perspective was on things, barred me from her office because she heard I was being "rude to her staff." Fantastic practices at this place!
The Best I Have Been to:
I have been to 4 chiropractors since I was a teen, and Dr. Claire is MUCH better than the others. I walked into her office with a lot of doubt after the previous less than successful experiences I had with chiropractic.
Dr. Claire knows my money situation is tight, and has made every concession to save me money. She has a business card/coupon that is a free first consultation and x-rays that you can give to your friends. Thats how I started since I am paying out of pocket. And the appointment costs are quite reasonable for her level of expertise. She did an EXTENSIVE exam to determine what x-rays she would need, so I would not be subjected to more radiation that necessary. She also reviewed every inch of my x-rays with me, and made sure I understood exactly what was going on. I think I memorized my spine that day. Be prepared to commit a chunk of time for your first 2 visits. Her office is really busy, but her staff is great and will help you get in and out if you are rushed.
I don't buy the supplements since I am vegan and they all have animal in them, but I will get a vegan alternative. Dr. Claire regularly continues her education and research in alternative medicine. I don't always understand what her method is, but I know that I am getting the results that I want.
If your injury is severe or one that occurred over time, chiropractic is not a quick fix. You must be a participant with Dr. Claire. She asks you to tell her everything that is going on with you physically at every visit. She expects you to follow up with ice and the exercises she prescribes. If you want faster results you must do the recommended exercises that help stabilize your adjustments. Also you must ice after your adjustments. The process takes longer if you don't. Most of the adjustments that I get are painful since I have a severe, old injury. Dr. Claire gets me thru the adjustments like a sports coach. She will push me as far as I can go on each visit. I have followed Dr. Claire's instructions, and I am healing faster and better than before, and I am 30 years older now, so she must know what she is talking about.
Dr. Claire is passionate about what she does, and that may put some people off, but she really cares about what is going on with your skeleton and everything connected to it!
Dr. Claire knows my money situation is tight, and has made every concession to save me money. She has a business card/coupon that is a free first consultation and x-rays that you can give to your friends. Thats how I started since I am paying out of pocket. And the appointment costs are quite reasonable for her level of expertise. She did an EXTENSIVE exam to determine what x-rays she would need, so I would not be subjected to more radiation that necessary. She also reviewed every inch of my x-rays with me, and made sure I understood exactly what was going on. I think I memorized my spine that day. Be prepared to commit a chunk of time for your first 2 visits. Her office is really busy, but her staff is great and will help you get in and out if you are rushed.
I don't buy the supplements since I am vegan and they all have animal in them, but I will get a vegan alternative. Dr. Claire regularly continues her education and research in alternative medicine. I don't always understand what her method is, but I know that I am getting the results that I want.
If your injury is severe or one that occurred over time, chiropractic is not a quick fix. You must be a participant with Dr. Claire. She asks you to tell her everything that is going on with you physically at every visit. She expects you to follow up with ice and the exercises she prescribes. If you want faster results you must do the recommended exercises that help stabilize your adjustments. Also you must ice after your adjustments. The process takes longer if you don't. Most of the adjustments that I get are painful since I have a severe, old injury. Dr. Claire gets me thru the adjustments like a sports coach. She will push me as far as I can go on each visit. I have followed Dr. Claire's instructions, and I am healing faster and better than before, and I am 30 years older now, so she must know what she is talking about.
Dr. Claire is passionate about what she does, and that may put some people off, but she really cares about what is going on with your skeleton and everything connected to it!
Quack:
She briefly examined my son with no x-rays taken. Diagnosed him with a pinched nerve. A few days later my son was seem by a Neurologist and diagnosed with Epilepsy. She now tells my husband she can cure our son. Her staff is very unprofessional. She is aware that a staff member is dayting my husband.
Information from the business
Dr. Claire O'Neill-Close's experience in pharmacy altered her belief in true health from medicine to wellness; changing her life from medicine to chiropractic. Dr. Claire believes that true wellness can only be achieved by correcting and preventing subluxations.
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