I had disks in my lower back that were out of alignment ? I had had 2 herniated disks almost 20 years ago, and chronic mild back problems since. I had been seeing an orthopaedic surgeon because of a recent flare-up, when I really twisted my back somehow. I was out of work for a couple of days, barely able to walk. I visited the surgeon, who of course recommended surgery. Because of the pain, and the inability to move, I was ready to go ahead with it. Why not? Just replace the disks with anything, as long as it would get rid of the pain.\r
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Then, on a recommendation from a friend, I visited Dr. Tsao. She had helped him recover from elbow surgery, and he thought she could help me at least get mobility back. I figured I would give it a try, what did I have to lose? I could always have the surgery if I needed it.\r
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At the first visit, Dr. Tsao said, ?I can help you. I can get your back into alignment, you won?t need surgery.? I wasn?t sure, but she had helped my friend, so I tried it. I was barely able to walk to the exam room, I had trouble laying down on the table.\r
The first treatment was painful ? my muscles didn?t want to relax. But afterward, so much tension was gone, I felt so much better, just getting my upper and middle back to relax. I was excited to go back.\r
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So, after about 6 weeks, I was able to reduce the number of visits. I was walking easily again. After 8 weeks, I was walking to work every day, and I was able to dance at my friends wedding, the first of many that summer. Now I just go in for checkups. My back muscles are getting stronger and I?m able to do just about everything ? work outside in the garden, tear down walls in our new house, even help my rugby team practice!\r
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Dr. Tsao has an excellent technique, is very friendly, helpful, even fun to talk to! I highly recommend her to everyone!\r
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Will Geisler
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