Came here for 12 sessions after major musculoskeletal injury requiring basically full…read morerehabilitation of my right shoulder. 2 months later and I'd consider myself to be almost entirely back to normal. If I have further issues, I would return to Dr. Civil despite having paid for this out of pocket as he is not an in network provider.

Wow! I'm so blown away at how fast my recovery was with Dr. Cliff. He was so detailed in the exact…read moretreatment I needed. I had to go straight back to work and needed fast yet healthy results and he did JUST THAT! He was so calm and explained the process in detail so I understood my treatment. He was so knowledgeable on each step I needed to take. The treatment was modified with every visit including using compression boots down to acupuncture and several other high tech advanced treatments I wasn't expecting at a private practice. I'm so pleased! I have zero pain and my swelling finally went down with his treatments. He is an actual doctor and that gave me so much reassurance and comfort! He has the best patience and bedside manner as well. I couldn't be more pleased with my result!! Period!!! Thank you Dr. Cliff!!!!

I had cervical laminioplasty surgery in December on my neck. I've continued to have pain since and…read moremy dr strongly suggested going to PT to assist in my recovery. Sports Rehabilitation came highly recommended to me by a family member; unfortunately I found my visits to be entirely worthless. I visited at least 6 times. In fact, after most appts I felt worse than I had when I got there. Many times during my appointments a student in training worked with me under supervision of another therapist. (For what it's worth she seemed to care more than the actual therapist. Also, I have no problem with students in training). When the therapist who I'd had the appointment with actually worked one on one with me he frankly seemed uninterested and like he couldn't wait for the appointment to be over. In fact, on one occasion he left early because it was the end of his shift, and on another occasion he literally put on his coat at the tail end of the appointment and said goodbye and left me in the hands of another therapist to put a heating pad on my neck. He truly seemed like he could care less about me getting better or finding out how he could help me. The final straw was when he realized I didn't have any more appointments on the calendar (I'd already decided I wouldn't be coming back by this point) and he tried to encourage me to schedule some more appointments and for the first time gave me some performance empathy...it was obvious to me he wanted me to do this not because he thought he could help me or cared, but rather because he wanted more appointments on the calendar to make quota. Very disappointed with my experience and I've already made arrangements to go elsewhere. Maybe I just had the wrong therapist, but I was really turned off completely from this rehab center.

I am writing about my Physical Therapist at the Sandy Springs, Sports Rehabilitation Center,…read moreKirsten Fogarty. I went in for PT due to a torn rotator cuff beginning in March after Covid hit. Kirsten was my 3rd therapist assigned to me (4th week) and I'm so glad she was! She was great! The other two PTs only provided exercises, Kirsten provided the manual work on my arm that I desperately needed in addition to the exercises. I couldn't use my arm for 6 weeks (in a sling). My arm had trigger points and pain up and down the arm, particularly around my elbow and under the arm near the arm pit. Each time I went she'd manually manipulate the problems areas providing tremendous relief. She was fun, pleasant and upbeat - great energy. I followed her guidance carefully and have full use of my arm and it was a massive tear. I highly recommend her.

Dr. Nick knows his stuff. I've left each time with a significant improvement in my tension and…read morediscomfort. Dr. Nick takes a different and much less invasive approach. You must try this prior to more invasive remedies like surgery. Dry needling is a very quick process. You get 100% of Dr. Nicks attention in a 1 on 1 appointment. Its immediately apparent he is extremely knowledgeable. You are in good hands here!

Excellent therapist-top notch techniques and quality service to increase mobility and reduce muscle…read morepain. Dr. Nick has helped me recover tremendously from a catastrophic medical accident and my overall balance and movement are significantly improved over the last two years. He is easy to book with online, does not run late, and makes the whole process enjoyable from start to finish. Well worth the investment into your self-improvement!

Amazing staff and care! Helped my sciatic pain tremendously and gave me some good stretches to do…read morein between visits.

OK, here's the deal: by looking at the red-cord contraption hanging from the ceiling, you'd think…read moreit was a S&M sex machine. (Not that I'd know - honest.) But after 2+ months of a disastrous lower back situation--to the point where I thought I was in traction--the *entire problem literally melted away. Ingrid Anderson is not only good at what she does--she's a phenomenally great person to talk to and confide in as well. Trustworthy, smart and dynamic. Bring your issues and she'll know how to fix them. She had surprising, drill-down knowledge of my male-centric issues and had a pointed empathy that really struck a cord (letter changed for the intended bad pun). In addition to all that, Ingrid gave me some great pointers on how to exercise in a smarter way that doesn't tax the body as hard as traditional stuff. It's a tack I'm going to take from now on to protect against injury in the future. So, if you're ailing about something, go. You'll leave there feeling better and smarter about your body. I promise.

To find relief for my lower back pain, my PCP referred me to Dr. Christopher Edwards at the Atlanta…read moreNeurological and Spine Institute. Dr. Edwards is an orthopedic surgeon who is renowned in his field, having been the first to perform many different types of spinal surgeries in Georgia and having worked with many college and pro athletes. The Spine Institute also has an in-house physical therapy clinic, so I will break this review into two parts. Part 1 - Dr. Edwards, Mr. Adams, PA-C: I had five appointments with the doctor. The first appointment, where I was initially evaluated, was handled by Dr. Edwards' Physician Assistant, David Adams. Mr. Adams surveyed my experience with back pain and performed a series of tests which included testing my range of motion, strength, and reflexes. Mr. Adams, in consultation with Dr. Edwards, ordered an MRI and a follow-up appointment. In the meantime, I was prescribed medicine and physical therapy. The length of time between my first appointment and my follow-up appointment was exactly one week, with my MRI promptly taken in between. The process was fast and efficient. At my follow-up appointment, I saw both Mr. Adams and Dr. Edwards. At this appointment, I learned that I had two ruptured discs. Both Mr. Adams and Dr. Edwards pointed out and explained the problem areas on my MRI. Dr. Edwards had a good discussion with me about what was going on with my discs, what may have caused it, and my treatment options. He also answered all my questions. Treatment-wise, he prescribed various medications and physical therapy at his office. After learning of my disc herniations, Dr. Edwards was very particular about which PT clinic he wanted me to go to. At my third appointment, after 5 weeks of PT and no significant pain relief, I was seen by Mr. Adams again. At this appointment, both he and Dr. Edwards agreed I should proceed with an epidural. Dr. Edwards' office referred me to an anesthesiologist where I had a three sets of injections done. After the epidural injections, I saw Dr. Edwards again. This time, he was accompanied by resident M.D. David Fiedler. Based on my age and symptoms, Dr. Edwards did not recommend surgery. Instead, he recommended I receive IDD (intervertebral differential dynamics) therapy from a neurology group. Based on my visits with Dr. Edwards, I find him to be a very knowledgeable doctor and I like his conservative approach. He is a surgeon at heart, but won't recommend surgery to anyone unless they truly need it. I highly recommend grabbing an 8am appointment (first appointment of the day). I was in and out in just over an hour for my 8am appointment. I had two 9:30am appointments and I was not seen until about 11am (about a 1.5 hour wait) for one of them and nearly 12pm (an over 2 hour wait) for the other! Part 2 - Physical Therapy: I saw Joy, a physical therapist who is specially trained in the Watkins Protocol, a lumbar/trunk stabilization program. Joy received her training directly from Dr. Robert Watkins in California. (Dr. Edwards is the first to introduce the Watkins Protocol to Atlanta.) I saw Joy for 7 weeks. She is pleasant, friendly, and gentle but also assertive. My first appointment with her lasted about two hours because it involved an initial evaluation. Like a doctor, Joy was able to explain a lot of what was going on with my spine and why. She also explained the body mechanics behind the Watkins exercises and why they were beneficial to me. I noticed Joy seemed more knowledgeable and spent more time explaining things to me and answering my questions than physical therapists I've worked with in the past. After the first visit, my appointments lasted about 1.5 hours each. All of the physical therapy exercises are done in a room that overlooks Downtown Atlanta. From left to right, there are views of the Georgia Dome and Pemberton Place (Georgia Aquarium, World of Coke) to Tech Tower and Bobby Dodd Stadium. At 18 stories high, the view is very nice to have to work out to. Joy printed out a packet of exercises for me so I wouldn't forget to do them at home. She is flexible on scheduling and doesn't pressure you to make appointments. She's accommodating in that sense. Her methods and advice are sensible and practical. Other Comments: The rest of the staff - Keosha, Lina, and Sandy - are great. They are good at answering questions, being responsive, and taking care of insurance and appointment scheduling. Teresa, in billing, has also been helpful when it comes to insurance. The Atlanta Neurological and Spine Institute moved from the Atlanta Medical Center on Boulevard to Emory University Hospital Midtown on Peachtree, next to the Bank of America building. It is located on the 18th floor of the hospital. Parking in the parking deck costs up to $6 for one day. I normally paid $5 for each of my visits. The office does not validate parking.

My Husband and I are both patients of Dr. Christoper R. Edwards of the Atlanta Neurological and…read moreSpine Institute. My husband has had two very successful hip replacements. I have had two separate operations on my back: the first was the top of my vertebrae and the second on my spinal column in my lower back. The results: I no longer walk with a cane and no more trouble breathing after four years of pain and suffering. After only three months recovery I am as active as always even though the true recovery period is approximately a year. Both my husband and I had done the research and knew we needed surgery but Dr. Edwards insisted we have second opinions and all proper tests before he agreed. He reviewed our X-ray results with us and the before and after images are amazing. Yes, the wait can sometimes be a bit long for your appointment but that is because he is not on a fifteen minutes and off you go time clock. Dr Edwards cares for the entire person and if you have special needs he will give you the time. The best of Dr. Edwards is that he is truely a man of God. He reminds us he is a "tool" for healing and always prays with his patients right before surgery. This humble man is truely blessed and his patients benefit. Hon. S Dempsey (retired)

It's been more than a decade, since 2010, since I received treatment for two herniated discs in my…read moreneck. Initially, my insurance wouldn't cover the costs, deeming it experimental. However, it's now widely accepted, which is fantastic. Dr. Craig guided me through the SpineMed treatment, and over time, my pain disappeared, leaving me in great shape ever since. I've referred numerous friends to Dr. Craig, and they all thanked me for the recommendation. In my opinion Dr. Craig is undoubtedly one of the best doctor to trust with your treatment. Stewart Shearer Snellville GA

THANK YOU, Dr. Castanet! After 3 weeks of sudden lower back pains, I was fortunate I had my first…read moreconsultation with Dr. Castanet. Now, after 3 sessions of SpineMed - Spinal Decompression treatment, I'm 99% BACK to normal. I HIGHLY recommend this treatment. I'm 42 yrs old and never had any back problems until suddenly I could hardly bend to put on my shoe, sit or move without pain. I didn't lift or do any strenuous that specifically hurt my back so I was totally clueless why I was in so much pain for weeks. I had no idea what spinal compression meant, but after seeing Dr. Castanet and doing my first spinal decompression within a couple of days I felt significantly better. After a few more follow-up sessions, here I am feeling AMAZING! At 42 and not getting any younger, I feel spinal decompression is a great physically regime comparable to routine dental check-up and cleaning. I will be back to see Dr. Castanet occasionally.

I've had issues for about 2 decades with my neck- osteoarthritis, herniated discs & disc…read moredegeneration which ultimately led to surgery in 2013. I've been in PT a number of times prior to & after the surgery, the latter for myofacial pain & spasm that has been reluctant to release. No one has ever worked with me to give me significant relief until Barbara. I can honestly say I'm her Number 1 fan, & of course highly recommend her!!!

I went to Fit Core after suffering a trimalleolar fracture in a roller skating accident. Barbara,…read morethe owner, assessed my injury and paired me with Amanda, who specializes in ankle fractures. She was kind, yet firm, and pushed me the perfect amount to get me across the finish line. Having been extremely active before my injury, my goal was to be able to run again. Nine months post injury, not only am I able to run (and have been doing so for two months now), I have been biking, skiing and hiking. I feel like I have my life back, which is exactly where I wanted to be when this journey began. I could not be more grateful for the amazing, high quality physical therapy I received. There's absolutely no way I would be where I am today without PT with Fit Core.

He replace my left hip and it's been working well for the last 11 years. It was a quick operation…read moreand a short recovery. I was up and walking the day of the surgery.

Knee replacement ... done 2 other surgeries in past... excellent Dr... would recommend him for any…read moreorthopedic surgery...