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These are providers suggested by patients, either directly to me by e-mail or to the public on Internet newsgroups and mailing lists. Your favorable recommendations, and any other hints about finding good RSI care, can be e-mailed (names, city, office phone numbers) to me .
ONLY THE HEALTH CARE PROVIDER'S INFORMATION will be added to this list; each contributors' name and e-mail address will be stripped out and permanently discarded to maintain privacy.
NOTE: I've received a very few complaints that one or more of the practices listed here were not helpful or made things worse. IF THIS HAPPENS TO YOU PLEASE CONTACT ME SO I CAN REMOVE THE LISTING HERE. What one patient hath recommended, another can "unrecommend". But I will not be posting comments about specific bad doctors for reasons of liability.
These are practitioners who have represented to me that they are knowledgable about RSI and related ailments and experienced in their treatment. As with the Patient Recommendations, I have only the word of the contributor to go by. The people listed here have simply convinced me that they might be a better place to start than a provider picked out of the blue.
These are reproduced with permission from Appendix B of the excellent book: THE MUSICIAN'S SURVIVAL MANUAL: A Guide to Preventing and Treating Injuries in Instrumentalists. by Richard Norris, M.D. International Conference of Symphony and Opera Musicians, 1993. ISBN 0-918812-74-7 MMBMUSIC,INC. Many instrumentalists' injuries described therein are very similar to typing RSIs, and practitioners treating them should be able to help computer users as well. Thanks to Dr. Rob Maher for scanning this appendix, and especial thanks to Dr. Norris for his permission to reproduce it.
The preface to this appendix carries the following comments by Dr. Norris: "The following list of clinics was compiled from various journal newsletter, and conference sources. It is intended for informational use only and does not imply any endorsement by the author. The clinics are listed alphabetically by state, followed by foreign clinics Please note that some of these facilities are full-service clinics, while others are primarily referral services. For further information, please contact the specific clinic."
This is the Association of Occupational and Environmental Clinics. Their web site contains a list with many more details about these individual clinics. I have only reproduced the basic contact information here, and only for those clinics that list expertise in musculoskeletal problems. I cannot claim that all such clinics are competent and effective in treating RSI, but they are, at least, more likely to be aware of RSIs and experienced in addressing them, than the "average" general practitioner.
5] Hellerworker trained by Sharon Butler
Sharon Butler is the author of "Conquering Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Other Repetitive Strain Injuries: A Self-Care Program ". She writes: "The Hellerwork technique for releasing soft tissue injury is the best I've seen yet - and I've seen a lot of it in my 10 years doing this work. At the same time, Hellerworkers are skilled in teaching clients about making effective changes in how the body is used, how to avoid future soft tissue injury by using the body in a structurally balanced way, etc. In addition to being the best form of myofascial release available (in my opinion), it can also be some of the most effective ergonomic education as well. . . . Not all Hellerworkers will be adept at treating patients with RSI, just as not all Physical Therapists are successful with RSI. It is up to the patient to ask the therapist beforehand if they have any experience in this area. I saw the need to create a continuing education program for Hellerworkers so they could help more people around the country with their RSI injuries . . . They would be a great place to start if you choose Hellerwork as a form of treatment for your RSI." You can learn more about Hellerwork by checking out their web page.
6] Bonnie Prudden Myotherapist
Bonnie Prudden Myotherapy is a technique of relieving trigger points, muscle spasm, and pain through localized pressure. Some RSI patients have found it effective as part of their recovery. The names here were provided to me with this statement: "This list is comprised of Certified Bonnie Prudden Myotherapists (C.B.P.M.s). The C.B.P.M.s on this list have completed an intensive 1300 hour certification course, passed board examinations and are required to complete a 45 hour update every two years to retain their Certification as a Bonnie Prudden Myotherapist." More information can be found at the Web Site of Prudden's institute, including an list of practitioners.
Pennsylvania Health Care Providers
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Bonnie Prudden Myotherapist
Nancy Lake Bleam
Loretta J. Shann
Myotherapy Center
2200 Hamilton St.
Allentown, PA 18104
610-437-6187
610-437-0733
Patient Recommendation
I am having good success with my therapist
surpana damany [author of it's not carpal tunnel syndrome)"
I'd like to recomend her to others at my place of work
(software company) who are getting rsi symptoms,
but they may not want to make the one hour and forty minutes
trek to Allentown, PA.
Patient Recommendation
I can recommend Dr. Jay Talsania at Allentown Orthopaedic Assoc. near
Lehigh Valley Hospital in Allentown, Pa. while he, along with other
docs, do not always have the magic cure, he does believe in RSI and will
recommend appropriate western as well as eastern medical treatments.
Hellerworker trained by Sharon Butler:
Lansdale- Connie Keener, Registered Nurse. Ph: 215-997-8056
Self Referred
The Upper Extremity Institute "Emphasizing Conservative Care of Injuries to the Neck, Arm, and Hand" 180 West Germantown Pike Suite B-1 East Norriton, PA 19401 Phone us toll free at 1-800-Nerve-55 Send us a fax at 1-610-277-2007 Dr. Scott M. Fried and Dr. David E. Reinhardt Website: http://nervepain.com
Patient Recommendation
"For thorough init dx, I'd highly recommend Dr. Scott Fried in Blue Bell PA(610-277-1990, nervepain.com) - caring, thorough D.O. with 17+ years exp dealing w/arm/shoulder/neck issues incl RSI, esp neuro TOS. He looked over all my previous records I brought in, dictated a summary of past med history, then did a thorough init exam from neck to fingertips to r/o or dx anything from hand up through neck, esp nerve issues like CTS, neuro TOS, etc. Init exam took about 4 hours (incl custom soft splints for my CTS, and multiple x-rays). Although ortho hand surgeon, he only does surgery as last resort, prefers non-surgical tx (both std and alternative tx, incl careful PT, massage, biofeedback, etc.). His PT staff's conservative tx for TOS/B Plexus issues closely matches that rec by Dr. Richard Sanders, a TOS expert in CO - stretches, nerve glides, no over-aggressive strengthening exercises (http://www2.ecentral.com/members/rsanders/). The total fee for init exam (mainly X-ray costs for mult wrist/neck XRs) was around $1400, but well worth it - most thoro and helpful xm I've ever had. He might also be able to recommend good PT closer to your area, esp if you have brachial plexus/neuro TOS issues (apparently many PT places know how treat CTS and sports injuries, but don't know how to treat brachial plexus/neuro TOS issues properly - acc to Dr. Sanders, many standard PT approaches such as aggressive strengthening can worsen TOS). I'd call ASAP for info or to set up appt, as he can get booked for a while. If you have neck/shoulder symptoms or numbness/tingling in hands, please make sure to see him or someone else who can diagnose TOS - quite serious if left untreated or mistaken for something else. "
Another posting on Dr. Fried: "
If you're in or near Pennsylvania, I'd highly recommend Dr. Scott Fried in
Blue Bell (610-277-1990, nervepain.com). He's an osteopathic hand specialist
with many years of experience dealing with RSIs, and the best doctor I've had so
far in my 10 or so years of dealing with RSI issues - initial exam took about
two hours(between reviewing old records and thorough hands-on exam), and
diagnosed multiple RSI issues, including a serious case of brachial plexitis
(probably another name for neurological TOS), which was then confirmed by the most
thorough EMG I ever had (1 1/2 to two hours, included brachial plexus area),
then by SSEP by an area top specialist in this form of testing. He appears to
have good knowledge of/experience dealing with brachial plexus/neurological
TOS issues.
If not, he also gives free e-mail consultations at uei@bellatlantic.net -- he
might know of a thorough RSI specialist in your area who is also familiar
with TOS (which can be generally more serious than ulnar nerve entrapment, and so
needs to be treated properly if present, or ruled out by a thorough exam by
someone who knows what they're doing (no three-minute wonder docs!)"
Hellerworker trained by Sharon Butler:
Paoli- Sharon Butler, Certified Hellerwork Practitioner. email: sharon@selfcare4rsi.com Practice location: Paoli, PA (suburbs of Philadelphia) Office phone number (for scheduling appointments only): 610-812-6276 website: http://www.selfcare4rsi.com
Hellerworker trained by Sharon Butler:
Perkasie- Barbara Hopkins, Certified Hellerwork Practitioner. Ph: 215-249-0672
Patient Recommendation
I live in California but I am aware of a place in Philadelphia called "The
Philadelphia Hand Centers" phone #215-629-0980.
Patient Recommendation
If you are going to the Philadelphia Hand Centers you need to see either
Dr. A. Lee Ostermann or Dr Randall Culp.
...
I went to see Dr. Randall Culp at the Philadelphia Hand Centers for a 2nd
opinion on complications I encountered from a carpal tunnel surgery I had
done elsewhere. He was the only dr of the many I saw that had even a clue
what my problem was -- a neuroma in the palm -- and he competently laid out
what my options were, both surgical and non-surgical. I didn't end up
having any surgery done because I didn't think it was worth it, so I
can't vouch for his expertise there, but he at least seemed very
knowledgeable.
Here is a cautionary review of Dr. Culp. PLEASE SEE THIS
NOTE regarding negative comments found in this document.
I Went to the hand center in Feb. Of 1998, For a second opinion. I was said
to have ulnar nerve entrapment at the elbow. My problems had been going o for
over a year and started with a frozen shoulder with numbness of the 4th and
5th fingers. Also ice cold hand and electric like shocks down the whole arm.
My appointment with DR Culp was for 10am. When I got to the
Hand center at 9:30am (Had two hour drive) you had to sign on a standard 8x10
paper . I was the last name on the list, And all the patients where for DR
Culp? This worried me from the start of my visit to DR. Culp. For the most
part I was seen my a student of Dr. Culp. When DR. Culp came in I did not see
him for more 5 minutes. He was in and out so fast I did not know what happen.
It took three weeks for a three page written report to
come back to my Doctor. I could never figure How Dr. Culp could have gotten a
three page report with the time he spent with me? I had elbow surgery and It
did not help because my problem was TOS and RSD, Now in both arms. Maybe if
Dr. Culp had spent a little time with me He could have figured this Out. This
was A WC Case and my impression of the Hand Center was a big WC factory get
them in and out.
Patient Recommendation
Philadelphia PA - Philadelphia Hand Centers
I went for a comprehensive evaluation there. I saw Dr. Hunter (who must
be on the
edge of retirement) and a younger doctor training with him. I've read
papers written
by doctors a the Hand Center and been impressed by them. Them seem to
know a lot
about nerve entrapment, and have some somewhat unconventional surgical
approaches
to CTS and TOS, though I didn't get the impression they were
surgery-happy. They
also have procedures for doing nerve conduction testing under stressed
conditions
that supposedly show things other test procedures miss. I was warned
that the
office is extremely disorganized and it takes a full day to deal with
your appointment.
(They also lost my advance paperwork and failed to be responsive to a
billing problem.)
The examination itself seemed quite competent. I didn't follow up
because
all this amounted to a second opinion in my case. Probably worthy of
consideration,
though I obviously can't vouch for their long term treatment.
Patient Recommendation
Philadelphia PA - Philadelphia Hand Centers
A piece of letterhead suggests the Philadelphia Hand Centers
has the following locations:
The Benjamin Franklin House 834 Chestnut Street, Suite G114 Philadelphia, PA 19107 (215) 629-0980 700 South Henderson Road, Suite 200 King of Prussia, PA 19406 (610) 265-3135 9892 Bustleton Avenue, Suite 303 Philadelphia, PA 19115 (215) 698-2144 1503 North lansdowne Avenue, Suite 3007 Darby, PA 19023 (610) 586-9440 I believe the main office/scheduling center can be reached via 1-800-971-HAND. The following doctors are listed on said letterhead: John S. Taras A. Lee Osterman John M. Bednar Randall W. Culp James S. Raphael I believe that the same doctors visit: The South Jersey Hand Center 1025 Briggs Road Suite 144 Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054 (609) 840-1050
...I have been a patient at the Philadelphia and South Jersey Hand
Centers. The Philadelphia office is downtown; my appointment was at the end of the day. Parking was
expensive and I got caught in rush hour traffic going home. After that I went to the Cherry Hill
office, though there is also one in Blackwood. I use Dr. John Bednar--was first sent to him after I
injured my hand in a car accident. Found him wise and compassionate and willing to listen. Had
extensive examinations, including grip strength tests, something my other orthopod didn't do. Was
sent for physical therapy and during the therapy sessions symptoms of CTS appeared.
I'd already had CTS release surgery on the other hand and wasn't happy with the results; wanted to
avoid it on the left hand if possible. Eventually I had one cortisone shot and was fairly symptom
free for 3 years. Just went back to him again as symptoms peaked in both hands again. (Probably
related to a non-functioning thyroid...something I had just found out about..and LOTS of stress.)
This center has been involved in the testing of the ballon carpal tunnel-plasty device. Don't know
whether it's still going on or not, but it may be an alternative to surgery, shots, etc.
Appointments were not difficult to get...I was seen about a week after calling for one. However,
I've found the office staff a little disorganized, but helpful. The Cherry Hill office is centered
in a physical therapy/rehab facility and shares offices with the center. I think some of the
patients can/do receive therapy there; however, I used a hand therapy specialist in the Atlantic City
area.
Again, cautionary remarks, covered under this disclaimer.
The Philadelphia Hand Center staff was disorganized and rude. The physical therapists I was seeing before I set up an appointment with them said they see many of their patients, but haven't seen a TOS person recover. I then set up an appointment, and I tried to get Hunter or Culp. The nearest appointment I could get was over 3 months away. During that period, my problem worsened to the point where I had to do something. I ended up at Dr. Pascarelli's door.
Since that time, I have had an in-law who is a machinist/mechanic laborer encounter double carpal tunnel (a.k.a. TOS) and was operated on by the infamous Hand Center. He was very optimistic and felt great after the agony of P.T. only to have his symptoms return in under one year.
I do not think that this group thinks outside the box, they have traditional training which is too narrow for the rsi problem.
MSM Appendix B
The Arts Medicine Center
1721 Pine St.
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 928-8300
Director: Dr. Robert Sataloff
Occupational & Environmental Medicine Program
AOEC Member
University of Pittsburgh
130 DeSoto Street, Room A729 Clinic Founded 1982
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15261
AOEC Contact: David Tollerud, MD, MPH
412-624-3155 FAX 412-624-3040
AOEC Member
Univ. of Pennsylvania, School of
Medicine, Occupational Medicine, Clinic Founded: 1996
Silverstein Pavilion, 3400 Spruce Street Philadelphia, PA
19104-4283
AOEC clinics have extensive experience with soft tissue injuries and
take a multi-disciplinary approach to diagnosis and treatment. That is,
each patient is examined by a team of practitioners who then huddle and
draw up a plan.
Patient Recommendation
Where: Pittsburgh, PA
Who: Dr. David Stone at the University of Pittsburgh Center for
Sports Medicine, 412/578-3300.
Satisfaction level (1 is bad, 100 is good): 70
Comments: Not an RSI specialist, but definitely better than the other
folks I've seen here. If you see Dr. Stone, prepare by
figuring out what exactly (positions/activities) exacerbate
your symptoms, and then present him with this information;
He's good at figuring out problems, but his inventory of
tests seems a little small. Also, I had to ask for PT
before it was prescribed. Request Marnie for PT if
possible. She's brusque, but seems to know what she's
doing. I've been getting better since seeing her.
Hellerworker trained by Sharon Butler:
WArminster- Christine Keener, Registered Nurse, Licensed Massage Therapist. Ph: 215-672-1543
AOEC Member
Center for Occupational & Environmental Health
Abington Memorial Hospital
2510 Maryland Road, Suite 101 Clinic Founded 1991
Willow Grove, Pennsylvania 19090
AOEC Contact: Lora S. Regan, MD, MPH
215-881-5904 FAX 215-881-5920
Medical Director
Saskatchewan Health Care Providers
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Hellerworker trained by Sharon Butler:
If you are anywhere near Nipiwan or Regina and you are interested in an
alternative therapist to help you, I have trained a very skilled Hellerwork
Practitioner there in my RSI treatment techniques. His name is Denny Rudy
and you can reach him at 306-533-5446 or at drudy@sasktel.net.
AOEC Health Care Providers
AOEC
This is the Association of Occupational and Environmental Clinics.
Their
web site contains a list with many more details about these individual
clinics. I have only reproduced the basic contact information here, and
only for those clinics that list expertise in musculoskeletal problems.
I cannot claim that all such clinics are competent and effective in
treating RSI, but they are, at least, more likely to be aware of RSIs
and experienced in addressing them, than the "average" general practitioner.
Illinois Health Care Providers
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Patient Recommendation
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
Patient Recommendation
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
Patient Recommendation
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.
Patient Recommendation
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.
MSM Appendix B
Medical Program for Performing Artists
Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago
345 E. Superior St.
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 908-ARTS
Director: Dr. Alice Brandfonbrener
AOEC Member
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
AOEC Member
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
Patient Recommendation
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.
Patient Recommendation
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.
Patient Recommendation
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.
Nebraska Health Care Providers
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Self Referred
Julie Sheridan Registered/Licensed Occupational Therapist
Physical Therapy and Sports Rehab
207 S. Burlington Ave.
Hastings, NE 68979
(402) 462-8824
This is an outpatient rehab clinic. There are four physical therapists, a
PTA, who does myofacial release by the way and myself an occupational
therapist working mainly with hand and upper extremity rehab.
Self Referred
Physical therapist Jane Austin at the University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Health Center responds that they are knowledgable in the diagnosis and
treatment of typing RSIs and can provide therapy. 402-472-7490
Patient Recommendation
After reasonable initial testing & treatment at Mutual of Omaha Health
Plans of Lincoln, I got referred to Lincoln Orthopedic Physical Therapy,
P.C., where I got good, competent testing and advice from Jake DeNell,
Physical Therapist/OCS, and others. LOPT: 402-483-6161 MOHPL: Requires membership in HMO.
Lincoln General Hospital maintains the "Ask-A-Nurse" telephone line to
help people find appropriate health care for their ailments: 402-473-5500
Patient Recommendation
See the doctor/therapist first, but if you are looking for massage as
part of your recovery, check out:
Newman's Neuromuscular Massage 770 N. Cotner Suite 318 Lincoln, NE 465-4340
Does neuromuscular massage, trigger point stuff, was happy to teach me
what I could do on myself, very reasonably priced, and laughs a lot.
Omaha's Methodist Hospital has Methodist WorkAbility Services that, judging
by their publications, are very involved in RSI prevention and treatment.
They suggest that individuals with RSI symptoms call Health Touch One
at (402) 331-1111 for referrals to health care professionals.
Patient Recommendation
One of the treatment methods that I have been most impressed with is the
McKenzie approach to physical therapy. In order to be credentialed in this
treatment approach the therapist has to complete 4 continuing ed courses and
take a credentialing exam. I checked the credentialed therapist list and
there is only one credentialed therapist in Nebraska. I do not know him
personally but have found that people with this training are generally
excellent clinicians. You may want to speak with him. His info is given as:
Henri Prieels, Physical Therapist
Regional West Medical Center
4021 Ave. B
Scottsbluff, NE 69361
Work Phone: (308) 630-1355
Phillipines Health Care Providers
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Bonnie Prudden Myotherapist
Angela L. Gonzaga
First Asian Myotherapy Exercise
91 San Juan St.
Bacolod City
Neg. Occ. Phil 6100
011 (6334) 25396
RSI-UK List Health Care Providers
RSI-UK List
If you live in the United Kingdom you should be aware of the RSI-UK Mailing List. FindADoc has reposted some of the practitioner recommendations that were cross-posted to the Sorehand e-mail list. Some of these appear to be patient recommendations.
Arizona Health Care Providers
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Hellerworker trained by Sharon Butler:
Eleanor King, Certified Hellerwork Practitioner
Dewey, AZ 520-775-3674+
PASIG Affiliate
Northern Arizona University Physical Therapy Clinic Lynn E. Medoff, MS, MPT P.O. Box 15046 Flagstaff, AZ 86001 Phone: (520) 523-2280 Fax: (520) 523-4315 e-mail: LYNN.MEDOFF@NAU.EDU Available: Clinic; Screening/prevention/education; On-site; Research
Bonnie Prudden Myotherapist
Augustine Martinez
Northern Arizona Myotherapy
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
520-526-2093
Self-Referred
The Pain Clinic of Northern Arizona 1355 N. Beaver St. Suite 255 Flagstaff, Az. 86004 Phone: 1-520-774-3070 Fax: 1-520-556-1576
Patient Recommendation
I think that this osteopath may be a good one in
Arizona. I have read several of his papers and have received
information from his practice. He also has 1-week treatment
sessions for "out of towners". He treats TOS, CTS and other
RSI's. He is:
Dr. Benjamin Sucher
Center for Carpal Tunnel Studies
10585 N. Tatum Blvd, Suite D-135
Paradise Valley, AZ 85253-1623
(480) 483-7387
Dr. Ben Sucher is one of the finest RSI docs I know. As a disclaimer, Dr.
Sucher is my research partner, so I may be biased, but he has treated both a
close friend of mine (for thoracic outlet syndrome) and a relative of mine
(for carpal tunnel syndrome). They have had nothing but great things to say
about Dr. Sucher. What makes Dr. Sucher stand out is that he is not only a
clinician, he is an active researcher in the area of upper extremity RSI's.
He has published many research articles on the subject, and is asked to
speak around the world on the topic.
Patient Recommendation
Canyon Orthopaedic Surgeons Ltd.
4615 N. 51 Avenue
Phoenix, AZ
phone 602 846-7614
Specifically their hand/arm specialist is
Richard C. Christiansen, M.D.
(Board certified orthopaedic surgeon)
Very knowledgable and willing to discuss alternatives,
very good on keeping functionality where it is feasible,
and adjusting attitudes (as in telling you flatly - if
you don't rest it, it will NEVER heal!) as necessary,
(yeah, he's done it to me; and I deserved it).
Emphasizes rest, non-invasive treatments, and rehab if
at all possible, very candid about the success rates of
surgery for various conditions.
Patient Recommendation
Dr. Robert Lee Wilson
Hand Surgery Associates
2610 N. 3RD ST-Phoenix,
Arizona-85004-(602) 264-3541.
He is one of the very few doctors who understand and know how to treat RSI.
Self-Referred
Sebastian B. Ruggeri MD FAOS
Arm Shoulder & Hand Surgeons Ltd.
3104 E. Indian School Rd. #200
Phoenix, Arizona 85016
Phone 602-954-9484
Fax 602-954-6433
E-mail Benrugg@ix.netcom.com
(List manager's note: I asked this doctor to provide his info on the basis
of a good article he contributed to the SOREHAND mailing list that made it
obvious he was knowledgable about RSI. - Paul Mx)
Self-Referred
My name is Mark Hyland. I am a certified hand therapist and
occupational therapist. I work for a local outpatient rehabiltiation
provider. I manage our work injury programs and hand therapy departments.
Our staff is knowledgeable and experienced at treating soft tissue
musculoskeletal illnesses/injuries. In addition, we provide patients with an
education, job site visits, ergonomic job site analysis and a home/work
exercise program and instruction. We are seeing more and more CTD cases and
our experienced certified hand therapists are helping to educate the rest of
our staff. I truly feel confident with our staffs competance of RSI's. I
would appreciate being added to your list of healthcare providers.
If you have any further questions please call me at 602 547-1836 or e-mail
me.
Our address is:
Strength Training, Inc.
17233 N. Holmes Blvd.
Phoenix, AZ 85023
telephone: 602 547-1836 fax: 602 547-0809
Bonnie Prudden Myotherapist
Ron Sacco
Arizona Myotherapy Center
1600 W. Camelback Rd., Ste. 1-W
Phoenix, AZ 85015
Serving Phoenix since 1981
602-277-6859
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Bonnie Prudden Myotherapy Therapists
are trained and certified by
Bonnie Prudden Pain Erasure Clinic
7800 E. Speedway
Tucson, Arizona 85710
Telephone: 602-529-3979
E-mail: Paineras@aol.com
Upon request they furnish info and listing of certified therapists
Bonnie Prudden Myotherapist
Dave Carney
Susan B. Fleming. M.D.
Bennie Gemello
Pain Management Myotherapy Assoc.
4725 N. First Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85718
520-888-1795
Bonnie Prudden Myotherapist
Frank Hammer Tomizuka
Tucson Myotherapy
633 N. Stewart Ave
Tucson, AZ 85716
520-795-4670
Bonnie Prudden Myotherapist
Heidi Carlson
Myotherapy / Personal Training / Exercise Rehab
Tucson, Az
520-797-4875
520-291-5487
Bonnie Prudden Myotherapist
Sandy Hamilton
Myotherapy of Arizona
Mobile Myotherapy of Arizona
602-788-1924
e-mail: dham2@swlink.net
Indiana Health Care Providers
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Bonnie Prudden Myotherapist
Terry Huff
Indiana Myotherapy Clinic
1106 Meridian St., Ste. 409
Anderson, IN 46016
317-642-0529
MSM Appendix B
Rebound Sports Medicine
839 Auto Mall Rd.
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 332-6200
Contact: Lexi Orfanos, Physical Therapy
MSM Appendix B
Performing Arts Medicine Program
Indiana University School of Medicine
541 Clinical Dr.
Indianapolis, IN 46223
(317) 274-4225
Director: Dr. Kenneth D. Brandt
