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West Los Angeles Chiropractic aka West LA Chiropractic is regarded as one of the most respected in the city. Dr. Michael Karr attended UCLA and gained a background in kinesiology while working with their prestigious track and football team in biomechanics. From the time he graduated from UCLA, he has since committed thousands of hours helping people out of pain and into better healthier lifestyles using chiropractic care. He specializes in helping patients with back pain caused by sports related and auto related injuries. His deep understanding and intense interest has allowed him to have tremendous success with sports-related and disc-related injuries, as well as provide welcome relief to pregnant women who are trying to manage their lower back discomfort.
5.0 of 5 stars.
If you're searching for a professional chiropractor who actually cares about your well-being, definitely go to Dr. Karr. I am from Italy but I live in LA, when my backache was intensifying I was'nt...
yelp.com - user review - 10/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Hum. I've been to Karr on and off over the years. I found the office on Yelp and agreed with the reviews then and now. I like him and the office. He's got a new chiropractor and acupuncturist helping...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I was referred to West LA Chiropractic, Dr. Michael Karr, by my orthopedist and was not disappointed. While I was being treated, Dr. Karr was also treating two (2) other medical doctors who worked in...
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
SCAM ARTIST!!!!!!!Don't believe the positive reviews. They are NOT to be trusted. If you look on other review sites (i.e. Google, InsiderPages, etc.) you'll see that all the glowing reviews are quite...
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I would NOT recommend this chiropractor.I went in about a year ago seeing that at the time he had 5 stars even though his location was a schlep and away from my house.I thought it would be better.I...
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
NOT HAPPY! They are purely a BUSINNESS. It's all about $$$. They rack up the x-rays and charges without your knowledge, and every time you go in, suddenly there was a charge that you thought you...
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2009
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Very fair and I get more then I was expecting. Not that I knew what to expect really. The office was very thorough and presented a report to me on the following visit with what was going on and what Dr. Karr...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/25/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I would not recommend Dr. Karr or West LA Chiropractic for ongoing chiropractic treatment.Dr. Karr charges $65 an adjustment which he doesn't tell you when you go in for your first adjustment. You are...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2009
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Really fair and professional. Easy location with Saturday hours. Heard about him from a friend. I feel better bottom line. They took my insurance and it saved me money. Other office's I checked with didn't...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My deep belief that I'm actually a little old Jewish lady manifests itself not only mentally, but physically. The words "Oy! My aching back!" have actually escaped my lips. Unlike most little old...
yelp.com - user review - 02/03/2009
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Honest and relaxing office. Modern and fully equipped. Dr. Karr wouldn't treat me till he took an X-Ray, which I really appreciated and made me feel more comfortable under his care. I argued with him at first...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/09/2009
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Skeptical. Definitely, but what was the alternative? Dr. Karr had no hidden costs. He takes insurance and applies it towards to total cost. $3490 was my cost and he even went over the agreed number of...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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Convenient, great staff and professional friendly doctors. Dr. Karr has made a wonderful atmosphere for patients. His office goes out of there way to help in. They take insurance and apply it towards your...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/15/2008
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Found Dr. Karr from friends and we just did my re-exam yesturday one week early. I feel great. I feel better then before this injury that brought me to a chiropractor happened. Didn't know how stiff I really...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/08/2008
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Thanks Dr. Karr for the years of caring for me and my family. You've seen it all with me and the family and we appreciate you very much. Life is about people and the relationships you have. Helping eachother...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/08/2008
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Karr gives a fair visit and deal - I found his ad on the internet. Staff was decent in their handling of my visit.
citysearch.com - user review - 10/04/2008
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I know Chiropractors, since I've been been to many over the years and Dr. Karr is in the top 3 I've ever been too. The other two chiropractors retired, but Dr. Karr has the confidence and knowledge that makes...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/01/2008
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Dr. Karr and his staff are upbeat and truely caring. The office is much more relaxed then the ones I have been to in the past. Since moving here I have not been disappointed with this office and or Dr. Karr....
citysearch.com - user review - 09/30/2008
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I've known Dr. Karr for awhile, but never really needed his care, till recent. Wow, what insight to what he really does for people on a daily basis. I found myself in extreme pain in my lower back. Unable to...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/27/2008
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I've been to several offices and Dr. Karr is the BEST. Betty was such a help on the phone and helping with insurance and explaning it to me. She's da bomb! Wait till you meet her. Dr Karr does a full history...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/26/2008
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Very friendly staff. Best adjustment in years. I felt great. THIS PLACE IS THE "TALK" OF THE TOWN. Get your back adjusted now! Your back will thank you for it. THanks "west Los Angeles Chiropractic. You feel...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/20/2008
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I've called around inquiring about spinal Decompression. I listen to a radio show regarding Decompression, spoke and visited with that office and several others. I started with Dr. Michael Karr before...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/07/2008
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I feel better every time I leave Dr. Michael Karr's office. Even the days I think I feel fine and go get an adjustment anyway, I feel great. And on the days I really need one...this doctor really knows what...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/03/2008
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I am a lawyer and don't have much free time, so when my back and neck gave in on me, I needed fast and professional care. My associate recommended Dr. Karr to me, so I gave him a shot. I am very happy I did,...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/03/2008
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I fly regularly from Canada to the US and need to maintain my adjustments, so after looking for a longtime and trying various doctors everywhere, I can tell you Dr. arr is the BEST. Gentle, exact, and fast...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/03/2008
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I had a wonderful experience at Dr. Karr's office. I had a car accident and Dr. Karr was able to treat me so that my pain was 99% improved in a relatively short amount of time. His office was very competent...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/03/2008
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Excellent care. Great staff. Takes insurance and within weeks starts working and feeling the effects of no lower back pain and or siactica.A Must if you're thinking of surgery.
citysearch.com - user review - 06/25/2008
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I have been to many chiropractors, and Dr. Karr is the best thus far. His bedside manner is very pleasing yet professional, and his adjustments are effective yet gentle. I used to be scared of going to get my...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/25/2008
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My friend went to go see him a few months ago after seeing his online advertisement - he wanted to do spinal decompression and according to him on the phone they said it was all covered by insurance I think it...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/24/2008
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I am so glad I found Dr. Karr. I went to a chiropractor once before after a car accident and had a horrible experience. I had written chiropractic off until I was diagnosed with a herniated disc and suffered...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/23/2008
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I travel to LA for work often and found Dr. Karr on Citysearch. I thought I would try him, since I wasn't happy with my doctor here. What LUCK! He's terrific and so is the staff. They are kind and try there...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/22/2008
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Not great, not bad either. The doctor knows what he is doing, but he's a little hard to understand when explaining things. Nice guy, though. Also, some of the staff members have an attitude.
citysearch.com - user review - 06/12/2008
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Dr. Karr goes above and beyond the call of duty! I have been to numerous chiropractors throughout my life, and I often left feeling like I was put through an assembly line with impersonal assessment. Dr. Karr,...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/20/2008
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I went to Dr. Karr after a friend of mine referred me to him and it was a great decision. The professional care that I received was far superior than most other chiropractors I had visited in past years, and...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/03/2008
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I have 3 children, the youngest at age 1 was sufferring from ear aches so I brought her in to see Dr. Karr. He was able to diminish her pain so that no antibiotics were ever required. Plus, she no longer gets...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/03/2008
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I'm so happy to have this office as source for health maintenance. The staff are always quick to respond and are happy to serve! Dr. Karr is by far the best in his field.
citysearch.com - user review - 04/02/2008
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I got into an accident a couple of weeks ago and, though skeptical about finding a doctor online, ended up with Dr. Karr's office, and I'm glad I did. My first exam was thorough yet efficient, with x-rays and...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/01/2008
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I have had lower back problems since a sports injury in college and specialist after specialist has told me I needed surgery. I didn't want to go under the knife and, after years of postponing it, was in so...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/01/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dr. Karr was my 1st experience at a Chiropractor and thank the lord it was so great! He has become a fantastic resource and such an intelligent Dr. to work with that it is a pleasure going to visit...
yelp.com - user review - 03/25/2008
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I found Dr. Karr on Citysearch after reviewing many chiropractic sites. He boasts about being the number one chiropractor on CitySearch..nothing could be further from the truth unless you are looking on the...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/19/2008
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Just read what the others wrote! It's all true. Dr. Karr really is a good adjustor. I've been to several and after moving it was hard to find someone who knew how to really adjust and was comfortable! Stop...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/24/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I just completed a 3 month treatment for an auto accident I was in. Dr. Kaar's office is nothing short of amazing. Aside from being flexible, courteous, and fun; Dr. Kaar is the most amazing...
yelp.com - user review - 12/18/2007
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I started going into Dr Karr because I was recommended by a co-worker , I when into his office because I've always managed stress very poorly and it literally would store up all the stress on my neck and upper...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/04/2007
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Dr. Karr and his staff are friendly, efficient and knowledegable. After a sports related back injury, Dr. Karr relieved my pain instantly and then put me on a strength and conditioning program to give me a...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/10/2007
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Best doctor related experience I've had in my ten years living in Los Angeles. Most importantly, they literally have set me straight and gotten me away from over reliance on Advil, Aleve, ect. to take care of...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/07/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Referred my co-worker here for a knotted up muscle in his neck that was just not getting better. I chose Dr. Karr based solely on Yelp reviews and was understandably nervous to send him to someone...
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2007
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Citysearch helped me find Dr. Karr...and I must say, all the reviewers were right on. He is friendly, thorough and professional. I was a rookie in the chiropractic world, and he explained my problem and walked...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/25/2007
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I've been seeing Dr. Karr for over ten years. Some might say, well, geez, aren't you healed yet? 10 years? But what I see Dr. Karr for isn't a sudden sprain or chronic injury. It's ongoing maintenance. I work...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/29/2007
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I walked into Dr. Karr 's office because I had won a free massage, and 4 years later I'm still a regular customer ! The adjustments have completely eliminated my constant headaches, and the accupuncture...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/28/2007
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I usually don't even make appointments, I just swing by and before I know it I have a hot pack on my back. Payment plans are flexible and fair (I do the four non-expiring appointments for $150). Adjustments...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/26/2007
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I have for many years been reluctant to to go and see a Chiropractor. That was until a friend reccomend i see Dr. Karr. Not only was Dr. Karr extremeley informative on how I would feel during a after the...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/11/2007
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I have been going to Dr. Karr for several years, and even bring my little children in to see him. He has been able to relieve my back, neck and arm pain in a relatively short amount of time. His technique is...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/04/2007
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I had seen several doctors none of which were able to help me feel better. After contacting Dr Karr's office they immediately got me in. He took the time to listen to how I was feeling and what was bothering...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/02/2007
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I had seen several doctors none of which were able to help me feel better. After contacting Dr Karr's office they immediately got me in. He took the time to listen to how I was feeling and what was bothering...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/02/2007
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I wouldn't even think of going anywhere else. Dr. Karr is fantastic, friendly and very good at what he does. His staff is knowledgeable and efficient. They handled all of my insurance paperwork and answered my...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/30/2007
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I had never been to a chiropractor before in my life. I am brand new to Los Angeles and had NO references for chiropractors in the area. I pinched a nerve somehow and my boyfriend was hustling to find me...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/15/2007
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Been too many chiropractors and no one ever took xrays before Dr. Karr. He took the time to do a history, exam and then xrays. I feel like he took the time to understand my problem before rolling me and out as...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/05/2007
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I was having severe neck pain from a car accident. I went to see Dr. Karr and was handled with care and excellent treatment. His office helped me find an attorney and place my case on a lien. I'm very athletic...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/03/2007
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I went in after find Dr. Karr on the internet. I was upset and in tremendous pain. My neck and arm were in constant stabbing pain.Dr. Karr examed me, took x-rays, and then did some treatment. I returned the...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/30/2007
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We found Dr. Karr through Citysearch. I was in a great deal of pain when I made the appointment at Dr. Karr's. His staff fit me in ASAP. They examed me, took x-rays, and later started treatment. Because of the...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/27/2007
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I?ve been a patient of Dr. Karr's for several years. I was struck by a truck while on a motorcycle at 15 years old and went 10 years without chiropractic care of any sort. Dr. Karr taught me what sublixation...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/30/2007
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I have had major back pain for years and years, and was very hesitant to go to a chiropractor. I get massages frequently, and it got to the point where my therapists were telling me I needed to go see a...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/26/2007
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I found Dr. Karr through this website, and I created an account just to put in this review. I have been getting adjusted since I was a little girl, and Dr. Karr is by far the best chiropractor I've been to....
citysearch.com - user review - 03/09/2007
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I have been seeing Dr Karr for a few weeks now and am so glad I did! I was suffering from numbness and lower back pain and I haven't felt this good in years. Thank you Dr Karr!
citysearch.com - user review - 02/01/2007
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I couldn't agree more with the reviewers. My orthopedic surgeon only recommended pain relief medication for me. And when I took some, it really didn?t do much for me. It's been 2 weeks since I started seeing...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/20/2006
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Thank you so much for all your help rehabing my left shoulder. When I hurt my shoulder at work in 2003, I wasn't able to play sports the way I use due to the pain. I did surgery in 2005, and Physical Therapy...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/03/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dr Karr is the greatest chiropractor I have ever had in my life. I have been to over a dozen chiropractors in my life and Dr Karr trumps them all. He is a smart and very intelligent doctor. He employs...
yelp.com - user review - 09/03/2006
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I was a little hesitant when a coworker recommended that I look for a chiropractor on LA Citysearch. How would I know he was any good? She said that she had found quite a few great things/people/services...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/11/2006
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Dr Karr is the greatest chiropractor I have ever had in my life. I have been to over a dozen chiropractors in my life and Dr Karr trumps them all. He is a smart and very intelligent doctor. He employs not just...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/23/2006
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I've tried it all. My MD just pushed medication on me. My visits were quick and nothing really was done. I've lied with this neck and arm pain for years. My MD only recommended PT, which didn't work. Years...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/10/2006
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I started having mid back pain approximately 3 years ago for unknown reasons. Treatments included intense physical therapy for weeks, various exams by 3 medical physicians, including a rheumatologist,...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/16/2006
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I came to Dr. Karr with what I thought was a back issue. Quickly, Dr Karr determined it was neck and treated me with care and kindness. This is the first time I have visited a Chiropractor on a regular basis,...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/08/2006
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I visited Dr. Karr after having suffered a few years of recurring shoulder pain (stress and scoliosis related). As a pretty active person, I had started to have difficulty sleeping and exercising--and repeated...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/27/2006
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I did the MD & PT thing with Meds for 4 weeks with no relief at all. BTW-I hate taking Meds. I was told about Dr. Karr at the beginning, but went to my friends dad who was an MD instead. What a waste of time...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/02/2006
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I went to so many other doctors. No one mentioned a Chiropractor to me. Until I meant Dr. Karr I feel I've wasted my time and money and had to deal with pain for years. I'M SO HAPPY WITH DR. KARR! He did want...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/22/2005
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I've been to several office over my life time and none compare to Dr. Karr's. The office is not stressed out or on my case about calling me constantly. Dr. Karr is a gifted adjustor. His adjustments are not...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/09/2005
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I was injured at work about four months ago and have tried just about every method known to man to relieve my acute back pain. Karr chiropractic was able to reduce my pain immediately and enable me to return...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/06/2005
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Dr. Karr is caring, friendly and knowledgeable. He helped me to gain range of motion in my neck. I am a much safer driver thanks to him. His adjustments helped me to continue to participate in my life, while I...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/28/2005
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I been to 3 chiropractos in the past two years and got some relief, but never had the lower back pain completely dealt with. A friend told me several times to try Dr. Karr. I wasn't into trying another...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/04/2005
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The staff made things so easy. I went in on a Saturday due to an Auto Accident. They put it on a lien. Did a thorough exam with x-rays. The following visit Dr. Karr sat down with me a did a report of what's...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/28/2005
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Dr. Karr has been treating my spine for over a year and it's been terrific! I used to almost live on ibuprofen because of severe headaches. Due to Dr. Karr's treatments, I haven't had to take any pain meds for...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/20/2005
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Dr. Karr and staff have to be the most professional and friendly chiropractic office in W. LA. In a matter of 3 weeks, nagging lower back pain that has been a recurring nuisance is gone. Highly recommended for...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/14/2005
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His staff was friendly and very helpful. They took care of all the insurance billing. After the exam, he talk to me about what he found, showed me my X-Rays and I got to ask him questions about them, then told...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/01/2005
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What can I say except Dr Karr and his staff gave me back my quality of life...My disc injury symtoms were getting worse, and my previous doctor couldn't help. After a few visits with Dr. Karr, I began to...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/09/2005
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Over the past 15 years I have had issues with back pain, tension, and numbness resorting from nerve issues. From my very first visit to Dr. Karr, I gained invalueable knowledge of the problems and what was...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/09/2005
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A couple weeks ago I had my neck lock up in pain and wasn't suer where to go. I checked citysearch and had my boss drive me over to Dr. Karr's office. Within a couple days, I was well on the road to recovery....
citysearch.com - user review - 05/26/2005
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I have had chronic shoulder pain for the last 5 years now, and in just 4 weeks, 3 sessions per week; I have noticed such a major difference. I have had limited movement in my left shoulder and now in such a...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/19/2005
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Initially, I was apprehensive about visiting the Chiropractor. But after visiting Dr. Karr's office I would recommend this treatment to all my friends and family. Dr. Karr was so understansing and took his...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/29/2005
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Dr. Karr is a rare gem of humanity. He has been consistently understanding, helpful and highly knowledgeable. His office is relaxing and positive. I know that he is taking good care of me and I would strongly...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/28/2005
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After years of pain and problems with my knees, I was referred to Dr. Karr by a friend. I wanted to train for the marathon but was uncertain if I should because of my ongoing issues. At that time I was unable...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/09/2005
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I was referred by a friend who knew I was having pain in my neck on and off for years. I surprised he was open on a SATURDAY and and plenty of FREE PARKING! He did the most thorough exam I have ever had. Took...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/06/2005
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It was what I was looking for exactly! Easy, Easy, Easy ... His staff handled everything before my appointment on a Saturday. I noticed relief after the first treatment. He took the time to sit down with me...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/02/2005
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Dr. Karr is not only a great doctor but also a wonderful human being. He has a way of making his patients at ease and comfortable even in the most painful situations. His holistic and individual approach is so...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/21/2004
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