Yesterday at school Camryn was awarded a special award by the P.E. Teacher Mr. Weiner. The award was for the most Outstanding Skills in Physical Education Achievement Award. If you could have seen the look in Cam’s eyes when she got this award it was something I will never forget. Camryn had such problems with balance, walking for long periods of time etc. until You got her those orthodics. Those orthodics have made such a difference for her athletically. I mean they nicknamed Camryn “Speddy” in P.E. because she is the fastest.

As a mom to see that excitement, that look in her eyes that is what its all bout for me. My kids happiness. So I wanted to THANK YOU, thank you for looking out for Camryn and getting those for her. They have changed her posture, balance and have helped her all around. For most people a P.E. award wouldn’t be a big deal, but for a mom who saw her daughter struggle for 2 years in Dance classes and cry every Saturday for 2 months straight because she didn’t want to go to dance because she couldn’t do what the other girls were doing. This award was big–and even the P.E, teacher said that ever since Cam got orthodics he has seen a 70% improvement in her ability physically. Awesome, I know!!!!!!!

So I guess I just wanted to take a minute to tell you that there aren’t enough thank you’s to express my gratitude, love, appreciation for what you have done.

Torrie
Charlotte, NC

“I cannot begin to tell you how valuable Mr. Igani’s instruction in back care and diet have meant to me. I have been able to lose over 25 pounds and I have lowered my cholesterol over 95 points. His passion and conviction for his back care and health prevention program are a true inspiration. I know professionally that it is often difficult to convince patients to be proactive regarding their healthcare. It is my hope that many others will come in contact with Mr. Igani and benefit from the lessons to be learned.”

Stephen Rich, MD
Chattanooga, TN

“Dear Mr. Igani, thank you for your sincere interest in Mrs. DM’s health and well being. Your instructions in proper dietary choices have helped her improve her overall health. She has made a significant improvement in her weight, strength, energy level and disposition. She is no longer on pain and sleep medications. She states that her balance and endurance have improved and she has become very active.”

Johannes DuPlooy, MD
Chattanooga, TN

“I can’t thank you enough for the care you have provided. I am so thankful that you go into the homes to help those who need your services. I continue to tell people every time the subject comes up, that Summit Physical Therapy is the organization to use for physical therapy!”

Glenda Atchley

“One of the Mandatory educational requirements for employees at Siskin Hospital for Physical Rehabilitation is to attend an in-service on Proper Body Mechanics. Locating someone who had developed a specific program directed to healthcare employees was no easy task. Fortunately, James Igani had a program to specifically meet the needs of our employees and organization.”

B. Pope
Director of Human Resources

“I wish to express my thanks to Mr. James Igani for his time and talents in presenting a back safety education program to the LIFE FORCE Air Medical Crew. The information Mr. Igani presented was both informational and helpful, and I believe that it will help us reach our goal of minimizing the risk of back injury for the flight crews at LIFE FORCE. This approach not only minimizes job injury and lost productivity, but also benefits the employee by preventing painful and potentially life-changing injuries.”

C. Janow, R.N. EMT-P
Flight Nurse/Education Coordinator
LIFE FORCE

“My diagnosis was a SLAP tear and Bursitis of my right shoulder. My physician gave me an option of conservative care with physical therapy or surgery. Dan Dotson came to my home and worked around my schedule. Through a treatment plan of the appropriate exercise and diet, my pain went away and I could play basketball and baseball with my eight-year old, active boy. Dan was terrific, professional, and as a health care provider, I would choose him first to care for me, my patients, friends, or family. His knowledge, compassion, and love shown were unique to today’s world.”

James L. Marcum, MD
Chattanooga Heart Institute Speaker/Director Heartwise Ministries

“I was very happy with Dan. I could always count on him to be on time. All the therapy he gave me has really helped me with my physical problems. I am very thankful for your services and was very satisfied. I would definitely use your services again. Thank You.”

Gertrude Broyles

“ I have had the opportunity to attend one of the Back Safety sessions provided by Mr. Igani. The intent of these sessions is to prevent back injury and promote a healthy lifestyle. I found the instructor and the course very energetic and motivating. I believe this program will help all personnel in any occupational setting to improve their total health, back health, job performance and productivity, not only on the job but also in all other areas of their lives.”

J. Naylor, PT
Rehab Supervisor
Erlanger Health System

“I am pleased to recommend the program “Injury Prevention and Maintenance of an Optimal Back” as presented by James Igani. The preparation, presentation and follow-up conducted were professionally done and drew only favorable comments from the warehouse personnel. More than one person commented that the program was “the best safety presentation we ever had”.”

R. Smith
Director-Health, Safety and Environmental Affairs
Chattem Chemicals. Inc.

“Kevin is a good therapist. He is kind and gentle. He works on getting you back to the way you were before your surgery or accident.”

L. Camp

“I would recommend Mr. Igani’s program for any human services organization that values their staff, clients and quality of care.”

R. Rader M.D.
Director, Morton J. Kent Habilitation Center
Chattanooga, TN

“Mr. James Igani, who conducted the class, was very knowledgeable and his delivery of the subject matter was excellent. This class was the best body mechanics class that I have ever attended in my 29 years of nursing. We also received information on nutrition and ways to achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle. I only wish that I could have attended a class of this caliber while I was in Nursing School.”

G.S. RN, BSN, CCRN
Education Coordinator, Critical Care
Chattanooga, TN

“Dear James, I attended one of your classes a few months ago on Back Safety and Wellness. I was very impressed with your knowledge, enthusiasm and motivation power in health and wellness. At the time I weighed 249 pounds, and every day I felt angry, depressed, hungry, irritable, fat, ugly, unhealthy, sad, confused and worthless. I felt like a failure. I was on Zoloft for depression, I had painful menstrual cycles, I was taking Tylenol with codeine and anti-inflammatory for low back pains. Advil twice a day, blood pressure medicine and Imitrex for migraines. Attending your class made me realize that no one is going to care for me and my children like I could. I also became convinced that I had the power to make the lifestyle changes and couldn’t blame anyone else for my health problems. Almost two months later and 30 pounds lighter, I am more energetic, don’t require as much asleep as before. I have no more depression, no more migraines and best of all the low back pain and the abnormal bleeding that accompanied my menstrual cycles every month, has disappeared. Thank you for saving my life.”

C. G. Certified Nursing Assistant
Chattanooga, TN

“I would like to take this opportunity to add my endorsement to James Igani’s program advocating lifestyle change and the care and nutrition necessary to maintain a healthy back. Our employees have been very surprised and appreciative of the fact that you have taken the time to actually meet them in the “field” and experience the type(s) of work that the employees are doing. Considering that our workforce is somewhat “laid back”, I have been pleasantly surprised at how many employees have come to me after attending the “Back School” with very positive comments- one employee has gone so far as to tell me that since attending the class, he has embraced the diet changes and has gone from using insulin four times a day over the last twenty years to treat his diabetes, to not having used insulin in the last two months- much to the amazement of his personal physician. I sincerely believe that your program provides a win-win situation for our employees and the company alike. Again, thanks for the excellent presentations.”

R. Snorek
Former Safety Supervisor
Electric Power Board of Chattanooga, TN

“Dear James, thank you for the excellent work you did at my law firm. Your individual ergonomic assessments of the staff were greatly appreciated by the staff and of tremendous benefit to them. Also, the seminar on back safety, nutrition, overall health and wellness and lifestyle changes which you presented yesterday was extremely well received. I thought you would be interested in some of the comments made about you and your program: Mr. Igani’s energy and ability to motivate. He is very inspiring. Mr. Igani’s sincere belief in his program and interest on our well being. And the fact that the program was informal, yet professional, very informative and to the point. Thank you for showing us how to take better care of ourselves.”

Susan Rich, Managing Partner
Baker Donelson law firm
Chattanooga, TN

“Dear Mr. Igani,
I have been very pleased and amazed with my 92 year old patient’s progress. By following your dietary instructions and minimum exercises, she has been able to improve her overall health and I have been able to decrease her prescription medications to a minimum. I heartily recommend your wellness program and approach for anyone who is seeking a superior health and vitality.”

Patrick Rhyne, MD
Chattanooga, TN

“As Nurse Managers of Med-Surg units, we are very concerned about the number of staff with work related injuries. We attended a Patient Transfer and Mobility” class with James Igani, and feel that it is an absolute “must” for anyone involved with hands-on patient care. I listened to very experienced nurses and PCT’s proclaim the valuable body mechanic techniques taught in this class. James demonstrated and then we practiced. We feel this class will improve patient satisfaction as well as staff satisfaction.”

S.H. RN BSHA, S.V. RN BSN, P.S. RN
Nurse Managers, Erlanger Hospital
Chattanooga, TN

“Dear James, in the class you discussed the causes of back injury and joint deterioration. You also talked about the harmful effects of smoking on our discs and other parts of the body. Your sincere interest in our health and safety and your passion and energy along with the horrible facts on smoking, inspired me to give it up. six years later I am still a non-smoker. I have a lot of energy and I can exercise now because I feel better. I am also more productive at work which makes me feel better about myself. Thank you very much.”

J. E.
Erlanger Hospital, Chattanooga, TN

“Dear Mr. Igani, A hearty “thanks” for again presenting your Back safety and wellness for the Healthcare Providers. I believe you have prevented a lot of back fatigue and injuries, which will allow these new nurses to have long and more comfortable careers. Every nursing student and practicing nurse could greatly benefit from this excellent program. Much success to you and thanks again!”

Lorella Howard, RN, MSN
Associate Professor of Nursing, Southern Adventist University

“James Igani, I am writing this letter to commend you for excellent job performance. The back safety classes held at Erlanger have been instrumental in communicating to employees our desire to promote healthier lifestyle. The comprehensive nature of the class, (nutrition, exercise, attitude, body mechanics, etc.), have resulted in numerous letters from individuals who have attended the courses and made positive changes in their life. I also want to thank you for the ergonomic assessments and suggestions you have made. This has contributed to a healthier and more productive workforce. Your enthusiasm is contagious and employees have really bought into the theme of healthy lifestyle decision making.”

J.G., Corporate Safety Officer
Erlanger Health System

“Dear Mr. Igani, As a former Director of Nursing in a 120 bed facility, I was absolutely thrilled with the injury prevention principles taught and demonstrated. In my career, I have seen numerous fraudulent workmen’s compensation claims submitted by employees trying to “squeeze” money out of the company. But, sadly, I have also seen some valuable employees suffer some very debilitating injuries. Most of the legitimate injures that occurred under my employ could have been prevented by a comprehensive back maintenance and injury prevention program such as the one provided by James Igani. I highly recommend this program to every employer. Such proactive education would create healthier, more prepared employees and, as a result, increase productivity and reduce absenteeism and on the job injuries. I wish there had been a program such as this 10 years ago. I could have saved my company a great deal of money and saved my staff a great deal of pain. Your program provides a foundation of knowledge regarding healthy dietary, lifestyle, and exercise choices, in addition to practical, hands-on body mechanic techniques. Protecting and employees’ health is protecting the employer’s investment. Investing in this program is, in essence, buying “injury prevention insurance”.”

M.E., RN, IBCLC
Erlanger Health System

“Dear Mr. Igani, Thank you for your nutritional instructions and encouragement that you have provided to my patient. She reports that embracing your nutritional recommendations in the past three months has helped her improve her overall health. I have been able to successfully eliminate many of her prescription medications. She seems to have increase energy, and vitality, reduced depression and anxiety, improved circulation, sleep quality, and decreased joint pain. She has also lost 40 pounds in just two months and her recent blood profile demonstrates her improved lifestyle choices. I commend you for your knowledge and sincere compassion to help others improve their wellbeing. I highly recommend your program to anyone who is in search of an excellent health.”

Terry Smith, MD
Chattanooga, TN

“So often nurses focus on everyone’s needs but their own and James worked wirh the staff to help them realize th importance of caring for themselves as well. James was instrumental in assessing and formulating a correction plan to assist the staff of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in performing their daily car tasks. He not only offered sound advice for modifications the nursing staff could make to their daily practices but he also offered advice for long term changes to better their lives and state of health. Again, thank you for having the insight to hire an ergonomic Specialist to help us do our jobs the best that we can.”

T.W. RN MS, CPNP
Manager of the Neonatal ICU, TC Thompson Children’s Hospital

“At 72, weighing only 86 pounds, I had lost all hope to ever regain my health and strength. After working with Mr. Igani, and making some changes in my diet, I have been given an anticipation of better health. I am able to enjoy eating again without feat of horrible stomach pains that I had experienced before. I am no longer taking pain medication, I feel better and sleep much easier. My strength has increased and I have gained 14 pounds in the past few years. I still have some stomach and colon cramps, but not as frequent, and also with less intensity. You have truly been the answer to my prayers.”

D. M.
Hixson, TN

“You may recall talking to me about lifestyle changes with emphasis on proper nutrition. I was overweight, suffered from high blood pressure, diabetes and a smoker for over 50 years. At the time of our meeting I had just had a triple bypass. Since our conversation, I have embraced your recommended nutritional changes and stopped smoking. I have lost 40lbs, my blood pressure is under control and I was recently told by my physician that I was no longer diabetic according to recent blood work. I am still working on further improving my health and general lifestyle. I heartily recommend you and your program. Thank you very much”

T.C.
Jasper, TN

“Dear James, You are the source of knowledge when it comes to proper nutrition and overall good health. I feel that I owe part if not all of my success to you and your teaching. I lost over 50lbs in only 14 weeks and have maintained my weight now for several years. I could not have done it without the Back Safety and Wellness class. We as healthcare workers should set an example and not be a statistic. When people ask me my secret to good health, I’ll gladly tell them that I received my knowledge from you. I feel both blessed and privileged to have met such a knowledgeable person as you in my lifetime. You have truly changed my life!”

L.H., LPN-c, CPC, CPHT
Chattanooga, TN

“I heartily recommend James Igani’s nutritional philosophy which emphasizes natural foods as a foundation for achieving optimal health.”

Dennis Harris, MD
Chattanooga, TN