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I can't really help you with a chiropractor, but there is a trigger
point massage therapist in Champaign who may be able to help you. His
name is Doug Nelson, and he runs a very good sized practice called
bodywork Associates. Their web site is www.bodyworkAssociates.com

Dr. Michael Minieka

Northwestern Hospital

Wesley Pavillion

251 E Chicago Ave

Suite 930

Chicago, IL 60611
312-908-2731

might want to try dr. michael minieka in chicago. technically, i think his specialty is neurology, but he's a pretty aware and thorough doctor. I saw him a few times last year; he ended up referring me to an occupational therapist for strengthening and streching exercises. I probably would have continued to see him, but I moved to CA.

If you need a doctor I recommend Dr. Michael Minieka. I've been seeing him
for 10 years. He is a neurologists but specializes in RSIs. His contact
information is
201 E. Huron St
Suite 11-100
Chicago, IL
(312) 926-3731

Towards the end of 1995, I saw Dr. Daniel J. Nagle, 448 East
Ontario, Chicago, IL (312) 337-6960, who is affiliated with
NorthWestern Memorial Hospital. He specializes in hands and
upper extremities. After reading my history, taking an
additional oral history, consulting old x-rays and taking new
ones, he recommended a nerve conduction test, but immediately
treated by DeQuerivain syndrome with a cortisone shot. We then
discussed the possibility of surgery for my ulnar nerve problem
as well as the first dorsal compartment pending test results. No
question was too silly, too small or too "stupid" for Dr. Nagle.
He answered every single question I asked, thoroughly explained
the risks and benefits of surgery and did not treat me in a
condescending manner.
Last month Dr. Nagle performed cubital release, ulnar
transposition and first dorsal compartment release surgeries on
my left arm. I am currently undergoing physical therapy with
Marcie Moran COTA/L, at his office. I know it's going to be a
slow process but am expected to regain between 85 and 90% use of
my hand.
I trust Dr. Nagle and my physical therapist Marcie implicitly.
Additionally, prior to surgery I spoke with several other
therapists in his office regarding my post-surgical concerns.
Little things you take for granted, such as how to put on a bra
when your arm is casted at a 90 degree angle, how to floss your
teeth. Granted these are not earth-shattering events, but
everyone took time to answer my questions. Consequently, I was
as prepared for the post-surgical experience as I was for surgery
itself.
I highly recommend Dr. Nagle to anyone with hand problems. The
office does take worker's comp. My initial visit, including
x-rays and a cortisone shot was $250. I have rarely met medical
professionals who are as concerned with your whole being as these
people.

To make a long story short, I found a hand expert -- Dr. Daniel Nagel -- in
Chicago who has seen a great deal of strange problems. I felt Dr. Nagel read
my chart carefully and talked to me very carefully about my long-standing
upper extremity problems. He was smart, patient, and thorough.
I know your problem is not hands, but a smart doctor or other provider with
deep experience in upper extremity pain will know how to listen to you.
I wouldn't say my problem has been solved, but I've made a lot of progress
by combining medical care with alternative care and stress reduction, and I
feel much better.

if you are anywhere near Chicago, contact the rehab institute at
Northwestern Memorial Hospital. They were a great, non-surgical help to me
in my playing & computer work.

Medical Program for Performing Artists

Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago

345 E. Superior St.

Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 908-ARTS

Director: Dr. Alice Brandfonbrener

Occupational Medicine Clinic

Cook County Hospital

720 South Wolcott Clinic Founded 1976

Chicago, Illinois 60612

AOEC Contact: Stephen Hessl, MD, MPH
312-633-5310 FAX 312-633-6442

University of Illinois Occupational Medicine Program

840 S. Wood

P.O. Box 6998 M/C 678 Clinic Founded 1976

Chicago, Illinois 60612

AOEC Contact: Linda Forst, MD, MS, MPH
312-996-1063 FAX 312-996-1286
Stephen Hessl, MD, MPH

If you live in Chicago, there is a very good FREE accupuncture/oriental medicine
clinic on Montrose avenue, in Uptown (I don't recall the exact address, but its
on the 2nd floor of the highrise building on the SEC of Hazel and Montrose.
Evening hours until at least 8:30 or 9:00 on Mondays and Tuesdays; maybe other
days, too). I found out about it from my son's babysitter who is a student
clinician there.

I have worked with a good massage therapist in the Chicago area. She
understands what we are going through. Her name is Janice Mertz. RN, NCTMB.
She is located in Evanston, Illinois and can be reached at 847-491-1122
extension 15.

I would recommend Dr. Rich Lyon, a chiropractor, in St. Charles, Il ( about 20
minutes east of Dekalb). his number is 630-584-5800

...I would recommend Dr. Rich Lyon, a chiropractor, who
specializes in RSI. He has done wonders for my wife and others I have
referred to him. His phone number is 630-377-7700.