Dr Ptacek is simply amazing! I have to tell you my story just so if you're thinking about going to him you will know what I went through . At 54 years old I had seen numerous doctors about the pain I had in my hip and in my back . The other doctor said did the shots and even told me well I'm 54 years old I might just have to live with it . I had very painful sharp stab every time I put weight on my left leg it was horrible ! And I was only able to bend over possibly two to three times a day without being an excruciating pain . I honestly felt like my life was over . I was not able to do anything I enjoyed . I wasn't able to work so I was stuck in my house all day long . So somebody recommended Dr Ptacek to me and I thought well can't be any worse than it already is . The very first time I seen him he made me do a bending over do this do that which was painful . And he said well you have two problems one is your SI joint and your other is like L5 in your back . I thought well no s*** I could tell you where my pain is I'd live with it for a couple of years . But I looked up at him and asking can you fix me . Without hesitation he said yes ! No doctor had told me yes . So I thought well he's either an arrogant prick or he knows what he's doing . So I went back again and Dr talchak did an SI joint fusion with some pens . And I am 57 years old right now I walked over 5 Mi everyday at work . 5 miles! I couldn't get up out of my chair and walk to the bathroom without being in tears because the pain hurts so bad . My back hurts if I overdo it too much but that's my own fault I am 57 years old . Before he fixed my back I wasn't even able to get pots and pans out of my lower cabinets . I couldn't put any vegetables in my crisper drawer drawers in the bottom of my refrigerator because I couldn't bend over to open them . I couldn't empty my dishwasher because I couldn't bend over to get the plates out ! I felt like a total failure as a wife and human being . Doctor not only relieved the pain but this man literally gave me my life back . So if he says he can fix you he can . He's smart he's funny . But the man knows his s*** ! And he has the best staff ever! If you're in pain make an appointment ! Get your life back like I did ! read more

After years of debilitating back pain and neuropathy, Dr. Ptacek completely changed my life. He was incredibly thorough, he took time to explain everything clearly, and patiently answered all my questions. You can tell he's an expert and I'm so grateful to have him in Rapid. His diagnosis was spot on, and his treatment plan worked better than I ever imagined. The entire staff was amazing--kind, professional, and easy to work with. I finally feel like myself again. If you're living with pain, Dr Ptacek is the doc to see! read more