Scoliosis, Back and Neck
“Think you have to ‘live with it?’ Mary doesn’t anymore.”
Mary Platt, a youthful patient at ARC Physical Therapy and Pain Center, was unable to perform her everyday household tasks. She had been suffering since 1987 from pain caused by a curvature in her spine. Because she did not want to undergo surgery, she had resigned herself to living with pain.
Mary began to research acupuncture for treatment. After searching online, she found ARC Physical Therapy and Pain Center. After only four treatments, she felt a significant improvement. Aside from acupuncture, Mary also received massage therapy, physical therapy and exercise.
After 10 treatments, Mary can now resume all her activities, including those that require bending. One weekend, she even worked in her yard for over 2 ½ hours. She was amazed that she didn’t have to stop because of pain.
Mary said that the staff at ARC is very knowledgeable, and takes their time giving individualized attention. She is very excited that she no longer has to live with pain. She is also having her husband come to ARC to receive treatment for chronic headaches.
“Her pain level is down from level 9 out of 10 to a 2 out of 10.”
Brenda Strickland, a vibrant 60-year-old, had been living with severe lower back pain from a spinal curvature she developed in her teens. The pain affected her daily life—causing numbness, limping, and making simple tasks like shopping or housework difficult. After trying cortisone shots and traditional physical therapy with little long-term relief, she was referred to ARC Physical Therapy and Pain Center.
With a personalized treatment plan that included acupuncture, physical therapy, and massage therapy, Brenda saw her pain drop from a 9 to a 2 out of 10. She’s thrilled to be back to shopping, volunteering, and living more freely. Grateful for the knowledgeable and compassionate care she received, Brenda confidently recommends ARC to others in pain.
“Thirty years of back pain gone!”
Annie Price, a strong and independent 84-year-old, had been battling lower back pain for over 30 years, along with severe neck stiffness that left her unable to turn her head left. Daily tasks became difficult, driving felt unsafe, and sleep was disrupted. After trying spinal injections and chiropractic care with only short-term relief, she turned to ARC Physical Therapy and Pain Center upon her doctor’s recommendation.
At ARC, Annie received acupuncture, stimulation therapy, massage, and physical therapy. In just six weeks, her pain dropped from a 9 to a 2 out of 10, and she regained full mobility in her neck. Annie now drives comfortably, sleeps well, and handles housework with ease. She’s thrilled to be pain-free without medication and proudly shares her story with friends, recommending ARC with full confidence.
William Gerlach, a lively 63-year-old, spent nearly three years unable to walk, move, or sleep due to intense back spasms. Despite receiving multiple epidural and facet shots, relief was only temporary. After both his primary care doctor and rheumatologist recommended acupuncture, he turned to ARC Physical Therapy and Pain Center with hope.
“Able to ride again.”
After just two treatments at ARC, William stopped all pain and anti-inflammatory medications. With a combination of acupuncture, cupping, physical therapy, and massage, he’s now back to swimming, walking with his wife, and even riding his motorcycle again. William is grateful for ARC’s knowledgeable and friendly staff and happily recommends their care.
“A pain in the neck can be worse than a nosy neighbor …”
Wayne Free, 44, had been living with chronic neck pain for over five years following a motorcycle accident. The pain disrupted his sleep, made driving difficult, and kept him off his motorcycle. After trying medications, epidurals, and various therapies with only short-term relief, his rheumatologist recommended ARC Physical Therapy and Pain Center.
At ARC, Wayne received acupuncture, cupping, massage, and physical therapy. With consistent care and encouragement from the staff, his pain dropped from a 9 to as low as 0 out of 10. He regained full range of motion, sleeps better, and is back to riding. Wayne now confidently recommends ARC to friends and coworkers.
Lori Campbell had been living with debilitating back and neck pain since 1999 due to scoliosis and degenerative bones. After trying surgery, cortisone shots, physical therapy, chiropractic care, and medication with limited success, she came to ARC Physical Therapy and Pain Center, encouraged by her husband’s positive experience.
To her surprise, Lori felt relief after just one treatment. With a personalized plan that included acupuncture, manual therapy, massage, and physical therapy, her pain dropped from a 10 to a 0 out of 10. She now has more energy, no longer needs to rest daily, and happily recommends ARC to others seeking lasting relief.
“Debilitating back pain can be managed.”
Ella Frances Shaffer had endured years of severe back pain following two surgeries in the early 2000s. At its worst, her pain reached an 8 out of 10 and left her depressed, exhausted, and unable to complete daily chores. After reading about ARC Physical Therapy and Pain Center, she decided to give it a try—and was amazed to be walking upright again after just one treatment.
With a customized plan including acupuncture with electrical stimulation, moxibustion, massage, and physical therapy, Ella’s pain dropped to nearly zero within a month. She’s now active, energized, and back to enjoying everyday life. Grateful for the caring staff, Ella confidently recommends ARC to friends and family.