When I started therapy I was a potential surgical candidate. Through physical therapy I was able to strengthen my back to the point that I am no longer considering surgical options. Beyond the structural therapy I have a personal plan to continue my rehab.
I told people the pain was gone. It went away one afternoon and I was able to go back to work in January 2014. I was thinking that I was never going to make it back to work…I can’t say enough good about Dr. Chiappetta. He’s the best doctor I ever had. I just think he’s great.
I’ve got to tell you, he just earns so much respect in my eyes. Sometimes all doctors want to do is cut, to get you under the knife and fix. Dr. McDonnell didn’t jump to that option, but when it came to surgery I learned he is very skilled.
I strongly recommend Dr. Matthew McDonnell and University Orthopedics Associates. Due to a large herniated disc in my lower back, I was in excruciating pain and could barely walk, but immediately after surgery, I was able to walk and move on with my life free of pain. I was incredibly pleased with the professionalism and personal care I received from Dr. McDonnell throughout the entire ordeal.
Facing potential spine surgery, I oped to give physical therapy a try first, knowing very well it might not provide the results I wanted. My therapist Kristine did my evaluation and put together a program for use at UOA and at home. It was difficult at times but Kristine encouraged me to stick with it and I’m so glad I did. After 4 weeks I noticed an improvement; I had less pain doing my normal activities and so we extended the therapy to 6 more weeks. I’ve since returned to playing golf and other activities with minimal pain afterwards. I continue to use her therapy program at a local fitness center and at home. I would not hesitate to use UOA again and recommend them to anyone.
I am so grateful for the caring, gifted professionals and staff here. I had so many injuries I wondered how I could ever feel even close to “normal” again. But I found what my body and my spirit needed. Thank you for making words about healing reality. This safe, warm and very competent environment breathes life – and hope.
After cervical fusion I was back at work within 6 weeks! Dr. Chiappetta was reassuring of the procedure and the outcome. Now after 3 months I am back at work full-time, no pain or numbness and I owe it all to Dr.Chiappetta.
I’m very pleased with my experience at UOA. The entire staff was very friendly, helpful and kind. They made sure I was comfortable from the minute I walked in to when I left. The facility is great. Everything you need under one roof. I would definitely continue to be a patient here (as needed)!
All of the staff at UOA are extremely pleasant and caring. I was impressed with the amount of time Dr. Chiappetta took to explain my condition, all of my options, and to answer all of my questions. I would highly recommend UOA.