After diagnosing arthritis to be the leading cause of my back pains, UOA’s Dr. Cook recommended that I attend “Back School” where I would undergo physical therapy to strengthen and stretch my back muscles with exercises that I would learn how to also perform on my own.
My teacher was Lynn Van Ost, a veteran physical therapist whose knowledge of body mechanics proved to be rock solid and most beneficial. After just two treatments, my back began to feel better, albeit slightly, but improvement was evident nonetheless. Any notions that I may have had about “Back School” being a waste of time were quickly dispelled thanks to Lynn. I can now function normally as my discomfort level is almost nonexistent. Occasionally I may feel some pains flare up- as Lynn explained, thus is the nature of arthritis- but at least I now know how to relieve them better the exercises I was taught. Now that I have finished “back school,” I’ve decided to take what I will refer to as UOA’s postgraduate course, with Blake Swan as its instructor. Blake is a strength and conditioning specialist who will act as my personal trainer. He has assessed my physical capacity and is going to tailor my workouts so that they meet my needs and goals. I am eager to start my new fitness program under his guidance.
On 2/13/15 I came to you facility with extreme knee pain and started with an initial consultation with Dr. Bechler. Within hours, the diagnosis of a torn meniscus was confirmed by an MRI; the procedure to repair the tear was explained, and surgery scheduled for 6 days later. I was pain free 2 days after surgery and now, 6 days after, started PT to straighten the knee joint so I can get back to work climbing ladders and other carpentry functions.
Professional doctors, reliable staff, state of the art equipment. Who needs Philadelphia or New York? We have university orthopedic.
As you walk in the front door of the UOA building immediately there is check-in desk & waiting room. This is such a plus! No roaming the halls or looking for an elevator. There is never a long wait to see the doctor. The nurse will take you to the exam room for any tests needed. This is another plus as tests are there and now. Results are given to the doctor within minutes. He then explains your results and answers any questions you may have. The staff is professional, but friendly and go out of the way to make you comfortable. This is place to be you have orthopedic problem.
Thank you!! I could never have imagined being injured as severely as I was, without a doubt, I could not have recovered without the expert therapy programs by Nevean and ALL of the staff. Neveen’s technical knowledge, adaptability and most importantly, positive personality and emotional support, kept me on track and always moving forward. Neveen kept me on track- she was aggressive with it appropriate and handle the “down” times professionally. My Family and I will never forget the treatment Neveen provided physically but more importantly the mental and emotional support she gave!
I would highly recommend University Orthopedic Associates for therapy for anyone who has to have therapy after surgery or therapy that doesn’t require surgery. I have worked with Mohammad and Erin (left knee replacement and later back); Christine (right knee replacement.) The therapists are professional, friendly and show concern for their patients. It was a pleasure working with them and LaToya, the receptionists; they always welcome you with a smile!
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.
Thank you to Kristine and the staff. It was a very positive experience for my daughter, Shannon. She was injured (knee) during gymnastics and the treatment, exercises and encouragement was outstanding. After 11 sessions she is stronger, pain-free and keeping up with her exercises since she has been discharged. Thanks again!