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Amherst Family Chiropractic Center is located just north of Lynchburg and Madison Heights in the lovely town of Amherst, Virginia. Dr. Katz and his staff have been serving the Central Virginia area for 25 years. The practice features the latest advances in cold laser technology and decompression therapies. The combination of modalities offer most patients fast pain relief. The 3D Active Trak table has given many, many patients a successful alternative to back surgeries. Read some of our patient testimonials by clicking here. Feel the difference chiropractic care can make in your life. Call us today at 434-946-7323 for your appointment. We look forward to serving you and your family with high quality chiropractic care.
In the News
Dr. Katz invites you to his latest health talk. Join us on Tuesday March 30th for a presentation on how to Eat to Live, and not Live to Eat. The program starts at 7PM. It's free and open to the public as well as patients of the practice. You're encouraged to call ahead to reserve your spot as spaces are expected to fill quickly.
Experience the Aqua Med table (regularly priced at $20 a session) for only $5. This will be taken as a donation to assist the earthquake victims in Haiti. The practice will match all donations collected during this special promotion. The special ends on April 30, 2010.
Are you curious about NET, or the Neuro Emotional Technique Dr. Katz uses to balance the emotional issues that could be affecting your health? Click here to read more about how this gentle technique can alleviate underlying issues that may have plagued your health for years. Dr. Katz attended an advanced training Research Seminar recently in San Diego, California. Doctors worldwide attended this important Seminar. Read more about the important research advocated by this professional foundation organized to scientifically support our understanding of how NET works in a variety of health related issues, including cancers.
Why Chiropractic? Ask pro football player and Dancing with the Stars Champion, Jerry Rice
Here's the last newsletter we published. It contains useful and fun information. Click this link for page one, and this link for page two.
Worried about contracting the flu this season. Reduce your risk by boosting your immunity. Amherst Family Chiropractic Center announces Flu Prevention Kits.
The Staff of Amherst Family Chiropractic Center

Dr. Katz pictured with his warm and welcoming staff. From left to right: Joshua Read, Ally Eckhardt, Dr. Katz, Dick Wallace and Mitzi Williams. Not pictured: Jessica Jones, Jessie Canada and JoAnn Sweeney.
Every Journey Begins With the First Step…
Your journey to healing and wellness can begin today. We look forward to discussing the issues that you’re facing, working on solutions, and helping to implement those changes in your life. Dr. Katz believes in treating the WHOLE individual and this is why he utilizes the Brimhall Method of chiropractic treatment. Dr. Katz has studied extensively with Dr. John Brimhall and believes wholeheartedly in the recommended combination of hands on adjusting and nutritional support.
The newest addition to the the practice is the Asyra. It's an AMAZING piece of technology designed to scan your body and make specific nutritional and diagnostic recommendations. If you're frustrated with hearing that you're healthy but YOU still don't feel as good as you have in the past, then the Asyra is for you. Be proactive in your health and wellness. Take an active part in your health management and schedule an appointment on the Asyra today. It not only scans your body and makes specific nutritional suggestions, it will even produce a customized homeopathic remedy just for you and your specific imbalances. If you're ready to take an active part in your health and wellness, then schedule your Asyra session today. Book your Asyra session in conjunction with an adjustment with Dr. Katz, and receive the Asyra session for only $45 (regularly $75). If you haven't visited the practice in a while, please schedule as a returning patient to receive the same special. Want to know more? Please click here for more details on the Asyra.
We invite to spend some time reading our website. Please watch the videos located throughout the site that will explain what the Brimhall Method of treatment is about and how it works. Please check out our monthly calender to take advantage of our free talks and programs. This month, we launch our new Music and Drum Circle group. It's open to everyone, so please come by and bring a friend. We'll be on the back patio from 7:15 to 8:30 every third Tuesday of the month.
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