This story is part of our new Patient Stories series, where we share real experiences from people in our community who have worked with Dr. Bob Curtis at Advanced Sports Chiropractic.
For Randy McIntyre, movement is a way of life. But when pain struck unexpectedly after an intense workout, those everyday pleasures were suddenly put on hold.
“I overdid it initially with exercise and kind of pushed myself a little too hard and hurt my lower back. I knew I needed to come in and get things taken care of.”
Fortunately, Randy knew exactly where to turn. For the past decade, he and his family have trusted Dr. Bob Curtis at Advanced Sports Chiropractic to help them stay healthy, mobile, and pain-free. Randy says Dr. Curtis has made a real difference for all of them in being able to keep active and stay active on the trails.
Randy’s injury came on fast - and hit hard.
He says he suffered through a weekend before coming in for his initial adjustment, and he started feeling better fairly quickly after that.
After just one adjustment with Dr. Curtis, the improvement was noticeable. To support healing, Randy also scheduled a massage that same week.
Within a few days, he was back to his normal activities - proof, he says, of how quickly his body responds to the right kind of care.
“I’m back on track again, and I’ll be playing golf tomorrow if the rain isn’t too bad.”
Even with the relief of feeling 100%, Randy doesn’t see chiropractic care as a one-time fix. He’s a firm believer in consistent maintenance - not just for treating injuries, but for preventing them.
Even though he feels great, he knows he needs to work through it a little more. He’ll do his part, and he counts on Dr. Curtis to do his.
For Randy, that partnership between doctor and patient has been essential to staying strong and avoiding chronic pain.
“Since I started coming here, the biggest change is that I don’t have chronic issues. I’ve gone for years now without having lower back issues, and occasionally I do overdo it, but he keeps me on course.”
Over the years, Randy has come to appreciate how Dr. Curtis tailors treatment to the individual - adjusting techniques and pacing based on the patient’s needs and level of comfort.
“He really works with the patient - specifically what your needs are - and solves the problem. He even gives you some long-term solutions to work with after the fact.”
That focus on understanding each patient’s situation has made a lasting impression on Randy. He says the attention to detail and thoughtful approach make all the difference - especially for active people who want to avoid setbacks.
“I’ve referred so many people to Dr. Bob. He really works with you and helps you figure out how to stay active.”
Now, more than ten years since his first visit, Randy credits chiropractic care with helping him continue to live the life he loves - one filled with movement, adventure, and time outdoors.
“For the most part, I don’t really have pain, and I’m completely, fully active.”
That’s no small feat for someone who admits he doesn’t always slow down when he should.
Whether he’s hiking with his family or heading out for a round of golf, Randy’s confidence in his health - and his body’s ability to move freely - is stronger than ever.
And for him, that’s the true measure of success.
“He’s really made a difference for all of us in being able to keep active and stay out on the trails and that type of thing.”
Randy plans to keep chiropractic care as a regular part of his health routine. It’s a partnership, he says, built on trust, understanding, and shared commitment.
“I’ll do my part, but I count on him to do his.”
His story is a reminder that staying active doesn’t just happen by chance - it takes care, consistency, and the right team supporting you along the way.
For Randy and his family, Advanced Sports Chiropractic and Massage has been that team - helping them keep moving, stay strong, and live life without limits.