I want to share how Hands On gave me my life back. Prior to receiving treatment from them I was in chronic pain that constantly interfered with sleep and made my life miserable for over 2 years - I didn't hang out with friends - I gave up my exercise - I really had no life other than work and pain. But thanks to them that all changed. My story is kinda long, but I want others to know how good this place is.\r
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Prior to going to Hands On, I had tried several things for pain relief including an epidural steroid shot which did not help (but did give me hives for 6 weeks), 2 rounds of physical therapy at HealthSouth and Seton each lasting 2 or more months, 3 months of chiropractic adjustments (2 to 3 times a week), some acupuncture and massage, and pain medication for 6 months. None of these resolved my pain - and the medicine just made me feel wonky. I even tried 6 sessions of prolotherapy over the course of 1 year - this is a really painful treatment to endure and unfortunately it only gave me about 10 -20% cumulative relief. All of these treatments I named may not have worked for me - but that doesn't make those practitioners bad. Those treatments have helped others - they just didn't work for me.\r
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When I was referred to Hands On last year in May 2008 after 2 years of pain and no resolution - I have to admit I was skeptical about trying physical therapy again - for a third round. But the doctor who referred me explained that this type of therapy was different - that one of the areas they specialized in was myofascial release. He explained that although it was very effective, it might be uncomfortable at times to receive it - it is NOT a relaxing massage! I have had regular physical therapy for torn ligaments on my ankle years ago - so I knew that PT work can sometimes be uncomfortable.\r
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My first visit included taking measurements, getting my range of motion tested, etc - not only is this appropriate physical therapy practice, but it is also expected by our insurance companies - it's exactly what the other 2 PT offices had done on my first visit as well. Erin was my therapist on the first visit and she did all this but she also gave me my first treatment after taking the measurements - I was really surprised at how much better I felt after this first treatment (seriously surprised - but afraid to get hopeful for real relief). I saw Erin later the same week for my 2nd visit - and some of the session was uncomfortable to be honest. But WOW - talk about effective! After that 2nd visit I was amazed because I had improved about 75 - 85% and it just got better from there. This was nothing short of a miracle for me after 2 years of no relief!! \r
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I continued receiving treatments for about 2 months last year and have remained pain free about 90% of the time since then. Even when I do have pain, I have been able to manage it at home using the exercises they taught me. \r
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I am a massage therapist - I work for one of the clinic chains in town - and I have recommended Hand On to well over 50 of my clients who have chronic pain. I will continue to do so because I have experienced first hand that they know how to resolve pain. Thank you Erin, Michael, Patti, Ashley, and Kristi for all the great sessions you gave me. Hand On Physical Therapy is awesome!\r
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Julie Haynes\r
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p.s. About the $65 late cancellation fee - this is very standard and I have paid it once as well with no complaints. I would not be very happy if my boss didn't pay me because someone cancelled with very little time to fill the spot - we all have bills to pay.\r
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Pros: Professional, caring, and skilled
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