I have to say, that today is my day to write the reviews I need. I am in fact taking my time away from other things to do so, as I think that the feedback we all provide is important for those who are seeking opinions from others for services at a particular establishment. We have to take the time to let others know either how bad is the situation we are walking into or how much you will benefit from going to a place. Thankfully, the latter is the case Spainhower Chiropractic.
I was walking and was distracted as I turned my back to get out of the way and my ankle rolled into the edging of the grass and sidewalk. Not paying attention leads to injury. Though it was not serious , the pain was incredible! I thought maybe I could muster through the pain and just wait a few days before seeing a physician. I did the norm ice, motrin, elevation. That was a blunder. I started having such dreadful pain in my ankle, leg and every time I tried to put the slightest weight, I would freak out. It was crazy! The pain was unbearable, so much that I couldn't take it. Went to Urgent care, they took an xray and said no fracture or broken bones , just injury to my soft tissues, so they wrapped my foot and sent me home with meds. I really don't take any medication at all if I can deal with the pain. If I absolutely have to then I will.
Weeks passed and my ankle was not better. I had been using a scooter & cane to get around. I couldn't go to work and or about my everyday business. I am a very busy individual, my time is valuable and my right ankle not working was a setback . I was determined to go back to my doctor if the pain did not subside. It didn't in fact it got much worse throughout each day ( the easiest way to describe it is, getting a paper cut or even using a knife incorrectly and slicing yourself) Can you just imagine that same pain on the back of your achilles tendon?! Unbearable!! I made an appt with my PCP and she was scheduling another xray and MRI. After going home and not feeling any relief I was finally at my breaking point. I was in serious pain, I couldn't straighten myself up, thus I decided to go see Dr Spainhower in my 5th week of being injured. BEST DECISION EVER!
I went there the first time around May 23rd before I went in vacation and it was a consult and exam of my foot. Today is just the 13th of June I am back on track! I can walk independently without a cane but still take it when I walk a far distance or in public. After the 5th visit , I will say that I feel 90% better! He did an adjustment, trying to reset my ankle, laser to promote quicker healing used this tape for support. This is almost incredible. It is so frustrating when you have an everyday routine and something like this happens.
Dr. Spainhower and the staff are cordial and want the best for their patients. They are welcoming , considerate, patient & very professional. I will be there next week as I am attending a well class. As someone who is very apprehensive with the thought of any pain I'm glad I made the decision to come in! read more