Making the decision to go to East Bay Pain Care was one of the best decisions I've ever made. For three excruciating months, I had experienced relentless back pain that shot from my lower back down to my heel. Walking, sitting, bending over, or just plain existing sent down white-hot bolts of jaw-dropping pain down my spine. I couldn't get into or out of a car without a) crying and/or b) grasping fitfully at the steering wheel and/or car door for support. Traditional physicians gave me medication that eased the pain, but had the extra added bonus of leaving me in a complete, drooling stupor.\r
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Enter Dr. Errol Medel and the amazing team at East Bay Pain Care. From the moment I walked into the office, I felt validated, cared for, and listened to. Dr. Medel took the time to sit with me and truly understand how pain affected my life. After gently testing to see my range of movement (which was basically nonexistent), Dr. Medel proposed a plan of chiropractic care for me based on my particular symptoms. With each visit, Dr. Medel helped me achieve a greater range of motion, and build up strength in my spine and leg. He's more than just an ""adjuster""-- he also proposes exercises and stretches to alleviate pain and strengthen muscles. Besides being willing to answer any question I had (complete with charts and models to illustrate how things work), Dr. Medel was consistently patient, thorough, kind, forthcoming, and gentle. And with a sparkling sense of humor to boot! He's especially good at helping his patients set goals for their treatment, and helping them to achieve those goals, step by step.\r
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Today, after 3 months of treatment, I am dancing, working out at the Y, and doing yoga again: things I thought I'd literally never be able to do again. If you're at all considering chiropractic care, think of Dr. Medel and the East Bay Pain Care team. Thank you, Dr. Medel and everyone at East Bay Pain Care for helping me on my path to wellness!
Pros: Knowledgeable, friendly staff; client-centered care
Cons: Parking can be difficult before 5 pm
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