RSI
Louisiana Health Care Providers
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Bonnie Prudden Myotherapist
Gayle Feibel
Myotherapy Clinic of Louisiana
P. O. Box 508
Homer, LA 71040
318-927-6838
Patient Recommendation
In the New Orleans area, Rodney Erickson, Licensed Massage Therapist (Licensed Massage Therapist),
helped me recover from a painful and limiting bout with Thoracic Outlet
Syndrome. Rodney is familiar with myofascial massage, trigger point work,
deep tissue, etc. He was the first and only health care practitioner who
actually offered me advice on how I could alter my behavior (mainly
stretching and postural changes) to speed my recovery and avoid further
injury. Rodney can be reached at (504) 861-8000.
AOEC Member
Ochsner Center for Occupational Health
1514 Jefferson Highway Clinic Founded 1952
New Orleans, Louisiana 70121
AOEC Contact: Douglas A. Swift, MD, MSPH
504-842-3955 FAX 504-842-3977
Patient Recommendation
Dr. Waddell is great!!!
My first and hopefully only surgery a total ACL Reconstruction and Cartlige
Replacement is a success.... and i have no scares from the surgery.... lot
of pain then and memories of 29 staples and 19 stitches.... but its over... i
would like to suggest Dr Waddell w/ Orthopedic Specialist of
Louisiana in Shreveport, LA, General Othopedics, Arthiscopic Surgery, Micro
Vascular Surgery, Foot Surgery, Sports Medicine, Telephone number:
318-635-3052.
New York Health Care Providers
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AOEC Member
Eastern New York Occupational Health Program
155 Washington Avenue Clinic Founded 1988
Albany, New York 12210
AOEC Contact: Anne Tencza, Registered Nurse, COHN
518-436-5511 FAX 518-436-9110
Eckardt Johanning, MD, MSc.
Bonnie Prudden Myotherapist
Faith Trotta
Alfred Myotherapy and Exercise
Box 534, 49 Hillcrest
Alfred, NY 14802
607-587-9218
I can recommend Judith Kahn,MD. She treats musculoskeletal problems in her clinic and is highly trained in Osteopathic Manual therapy precedures by one of the leading D.O.s in the country.I think she has two offices. I met her about three years ago, so my numbers will
hopefully be current. . . I am sure she can help.
Dr. Kahn adds:
My name is Judith Kahn, M.D., P.C. You have me listed as having 2 offices.
I now only have one in Riverdale, NY due to my other occupation as mother.
The phone number that someone added is the only correct number now for
reaching me: 718-884-8115. I now have a website: JudithKahn.com which gives
more detailed information about my practice, and how it has evolved in the
past three years.
Self-Referred
I was wondering if you could post some information about me on your web
site. I am a social worker practicing in Brooklyn, New York. I
specialize in working with people who have repetitive strain injuries
and other chronic pain problems. I was diagnosed myself with RSI in
2000 and have much experience dealing with both the practical and
emotional aspects of the injury. Feel free to contact me at
718-541-1274 or by e-mail at rachelchernick@earthlink.net. My address
is 26 Court St., Suite 410, Brooklyn, NY 11242.
Thank you!
Rachel Chernick
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Department of Nuclear Medicine
105 Parker Hall
3435 Main St.
Buffalo, NY 14214
(716) 838-5889
Contact: Dr. Alan Lockwood
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Neurological Consultants of Central New York
P. O. Box 505
5730 Commons Park
Dewitt, NY 13214
(315) 449-0011
Contact: Dr. Pieter Kark
Self-Referred
Therapist Tom Chi writes:
"RSI is a very simple thing to treat in most cases. It can be "fixed" usually in 2 to 12 treatments. It is a mechanical problem and occassionally is a "satellite" problem from the elbow or the brachial plexus or further up to the thoracic outlet and finally from the neck. All may be fixed quite fast, again and again.
Most RSI comes from adhesions in the soft-tissue/muscle/tendons at the elbow on the lower arm side. These muscles are the engines to operate the finger/wrist movements. A properly trained therapist can eliminate this problem, usually in just 2- 4 treatments though (as stated above) infrequently, more therapy is needed."
Middletown 342.3000 Fallsburg 436.9000
Self-Referred
Self-Referred
I am the director of a facility located on Long Island (NY)called
Bellmore Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation....we have Physical Therapist, chiro care,
Physiatry and specialize in treating CTS with mobilization, stretching
and traction.....we have had close to an 80% success rate with mild to
moderate cases in the past 2 and 1/2 years...
phone 516.221-0225 Dr. Michael Schonfeld & Dr. Mark Greenbaum
Self-Referred
" There is a hospital on Long Island that used to have a great P.T department, well trained in
osteopathic soft tissue techniques, Southside Hospital in Bay Shore on Main Street. The head of the
department there was Michael O'Brien. They could be very helpful. I did some training there and it
seemed a good place. It was about 4 years back though and staff changes. "
Patient Recommendation
, if you can get to Long Island, I would recommend Dr. Weingarten or
his colleague at the Pain Alleviation center. they have a web site. RSD is
extremely serious, as any website can verify. It should be treated
aggressively within the first 6 months or it can become incurable, from what
the literature says. good luck.
Paul's Note: several New York state communities are served by branches of the
practice mentioned in this posting. See the web site for details.
Bonnie Prudden Myotherapist
Kaye O'Connell
Muscle Works
9565 Maple Ave.
Machias, NY 14101
716-353-4415
Self-Referred
Dr. David Drier
PO Box 198, Monroe, NY 10950
Ph. (914) 774-7378
e-mail Bodyworks1@juno.com
I am a chiropractor, working almost
exclusively with repetitive stress and cumulative trauma injuries, with a
specialty in performing artists (dancers, musicians, etc.).
I work in Orange and Rockland counties, NY, with trips into New
York City, to deal with performing artists, as well as athletes and
others, "on site", before or after performances.
My own specialty is Active Release Technique, developed by Dr.
Michael Leahy, and used on Ironman and Olympic athletes, as well as
professional musicians and dancers, and thousands of "carpal tunnel"
sufferers. Very few have true carpal tunnel. The problem, instead, is
usually the development of scar tissue- fibrous adhesions- in the
muscles, and between them, and along nerves.
Until those adhesions are broken up, the patient will make little
progress. And Active Release Technique is unique in its use of body
mechanics to achieve its aims. In brief, it combines muscle "stripping"
of a low compression/high tension variety with active patient motions.
Because the patient is using antagonist muscles to the ones being
treated, the muscle being treated moves under the therapists fingers.
I.E. you work with, not on, the patient. The idea is similar to PNF-
proprioceptive neuromuscular technique.
I combine this work with chiropractic adjustments, Feldenkrais
technique, massage, rehab exercises, and nutrition to maximize value for
the patient.
Patient Recommendation
I recommend my physiatrist, Dr. Marshall Kurtz, Mount Kisco New York, 914-242-3500. Dr. Kurtz was the first of several doctors I saw who took my RSI complaints seriously. He took the time to listen, examine, and order the necessary tests to make accurate diagnoses of my neck, wrists and muscle pains. Thanks to him, I was able to partially repair a TFCC tear missed by two orthopedic surgeons and a radiologist. He has an open mind to the possible causes and treatments for RSI, recognizing the success of any given treatment may vary by patient. He is a strong advocate in the workers compensation and disability systems, and shows unfailing support and encouragement for recovery.
Paul Marxhausen Says:
A prominent and longstanding resource for injured musicians is New York
City's
Kathryn and Gilbert Miller
Health Care Institute for Performing Artists, which was listed on this site for some time.
The listing was removed after the Institute changed leadership. This was
because I received
specific and detailed complaints about:
- staffing changes and labor relations
- patient record handling
- finances,
specifically refusal of Workers' Compensation.
However, I also received a detailed, in-depth defense of the reconstituted
Institute from a current worker, far too
lengthy to detail here. After weighing these conversations I have returned the
Miller Institute to this list. (Legal staffs wishing to make an issue of these
comments will find more productive blood-sucking elsewhere, so don't
even start with me.)
Kathryn and Gilbert Miller Health Care Institute for Performing Artists 172 Amsterdam Avenue, Suite 2F New York, NY 10023 Phone: 212-496-4700 Fax: 212-496-4701
Mitchell Kahn, M.D. Director & Primary Care
A board certified internist on the faculty of Columbia University, he has
long experience in primary care internal medicine treatment of performing
artists. He is Medical Director of the Metropolitan Opera and has toured
with them to Japan and Europe. He has been associated with many other
performing arts organizations including Brooklyn Academy of Music and The
Royal Shakespeare Company . He plays french horn and violin and has
performed in Carnegie and Avery Fisher Halls, produced plays, and built sets
and costumes. DrMKahn@MillerInstitute.org
Philip Bauman, M.D. Orthopedic Surgery
Board certified in Orthopedic surgery and consulting Othopedist with the
American Ballet Theater and School of American Ballet, and several Broadway
theaters, specializes in the treatment of ballet and theater injuries.
pbauman@MillerInstitute.org
Anthony Jahn, M.D. Otolaryngology
Lectured and written widely on ear diseases and the medical treatment of the
professional voice. He is Professor of Clinical Otolaryngology, Columbia
University and Adjunct Professor of Voice Pedagogy, Westminster Choir
College, Princeton.
ajahn@MillerInstitute.org
Lillie Rosenthal, D.O. Physical Medicine and
Rehabilitaion
A board certified physiatrist specializing in the treatment of
musculoskeletal conditions including repetitive strain injuries. She is an
expert in Osteopathic Manipulation with a focus on prevention.
lrosenthal@MillerInstitute.org
Patient Recommendation
Doctor Lillie Rosenthal (DO) works at the Miller Institute. I don't think
that she specializes in computer RSI per se, but she is smart and caring,
and seems to be well-informed. $250 for initial consultation, $150 for
further appts, I believe. Her voice telephone# is 212 523 6200, FAX is 212-523-8100.
...I was surprised to hear someone say that the Miller Institute has gone
totally downhill; as I said, I have enjoyed seeing Dr. Lillie Rosenthal
there. I did hear a NYC physical therapist say that although she considers
it quite good, it's probably not as good as it was under Dr. Pascarelli. In
any case, they have a website, http://www.millerinstitute.org/; I'll include
a little of it below.
Patient Recommendation
I can really recommend Patsy Roth who also teaches at on of NYC's acupuncture schools. She helped me a lot and relieved a lot of tension and strain in my forearms.
Patsy Roth 422 Hudson Street New York, 10014 212 242 7807
Patient Recommendation
Hello! I found your webpage while Googling my Dr's office for their phone (you already have them listed ). I read several of your reviews and think it's a wonderful resource you provide!
I am a patient of Dr. Mitchell Kahn of The Miller Institute and I have seen him several times over the past 2 yrs or so. I have been VERY pleased with the treatment I've received there and highly recommend him.
FYI - their office has recently moved to:
172 Amsterdam Avenue, Suite 2F New York, NY 10023 Phone: 212-496-4700 Fax: 212-496-4701
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Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine
NYU School of Medicine
400 East 34th St
New York, NY 10016
Contact: Dr. Matthew Lee
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Roosevelt Hospital
Department of Hand Surgery
428 W. 59th St.
New York, NY 10019
(212) 523-7591
Contact: Dr. Richard Eaton
Bowenwork has been very successful in helping my clients in recovering from RSI issues.
There is a great practitioner on 80 5th Avenue NYC. She also is aP.T. and an acupuncturist.
Lotus Healing Arts is the name of the place. (www.bowenwork.com)
Patient Recommendation
Hi there. I'm writing to let you know about my RSI doctor in New York City, in hopes that you will post the information on your website.
My doctor, Dr. Susan Richman in New York City, is a wonderfully caring practitioner who has been a vital part of my healing from RSI.
She is the most nurturing doctor I have ever had, and a creative fighter against RSI. You can reach her at 646-486-2616, and her office is located in New York's Union Square.
With best wishes for all other RSI patients . . .
Patient Recommendation
"...I had surgery for De Quervain's a year ago and I recommend my
surgeon, Dr. [Steven] Beldner.
He is East 34th Street (New York, NY) and the telephone number is 340-0000.
The surgery was done at Beth Israel North on York Ave. near 88 St.
Another hand surgeon I recommend is Dr. Benjamin Rosenstadt on West 60th
St."
[ Phone: 212-838-7180 Address: RIVERSIDE ORTH & SPORT MED
36 W 60TH ST
NEW YORK , NY 10023 ]
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Shmuel Tatz Physical Therapy
Carnegie Hall Studio 142
154 W. 57th St.
New York, NY 10019
(212) 246-7308
Patient Recommendation
I had a very good experience with Ronald E. Ponchak on W 91st Street. phone
212 875 8345.
They performed deep tissue massage, taught me how to stretch, and used ultra
sound to reduce inflammation ...
Patient Recommendation
"My experience with the following medical professionals has been excellent.
. . . these professionals have made it possible for me to avoid surgery. I
can also say that all of the people I've listed have been respected by peers,
attentive to my needs, kind, compassionate, and helpful. . . ."
Orthepedic Surgeon:
Dr. Stephen Kates
1415 Portland Ave.
Roch, NY 14621
Phone # (716) 336-5200 (Appt line 336-5403)
Also well respected, kind and compassionate...
Dr. Richard Dellaporta, 125 Lattimore Rd., (716) 271-4390
Physical Therapist:
Idi Cole
(There are 3-4 Physical Therapists in this group.
All are very good.)
Hand Rehabilitation
2180 S. Clinton Ave.
Roch, NY 14618
Phone # (716) 275-4556
(They're part of University of Rochester/Strong
Memorial Hospital)
Rheumatologists:
Dr. C. Douglas Angevine
(He recently moved to a new office at 1415
PortlandAve I don't have his new phone #)
Rochester Rheumatology Group, PC
125 Lattimore Rd., Suite 175
Roch, NY 14620
Phone # (716) 442-1112
Patient Recommendation
The Mount Sinai-Irving J. Selikoff Center for
Occupational & Environmental Medicine
Mount Sinai Medical Center
1391 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10029
(212) 987-6043 Telephone
(212) 987-6649 Fax
Hudson Valley Center
(914) 366-3670
Brooklyn Center
(718) 780-2805
My neurologist is here and my MD works at Mount Sinai;
the care and assistance provided is excellent. The following
information (edited for brevity) is from their flyer. Medical evaluation
of groups or individuals w/hazardous exposures. Written information
about specific hazards...at work. Advoce on how to reduce or eliminate
work conditions that are causing problems. Education programs. Help
getting Workers Compensation and other available legal benefits. Social
work services to help w/social, psychological and financial problems
caused by work-related health problems (including Susan Nobel's support
group). Epidemiologic services. No one will be turned away due to an
inability to pay. Sliding scale for charges not covered by insurance.
To make an appointment call (212) 987-6043, Monday - Friday between 9:00
am and 5:00 pm. A Center staff person will briefly interview over the
telephone about health concerns... Appointments are scheduled Monday -
Thursday from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm.
......
. . . Jonathan Dropkin. He's the ergonomic
coordinator at the Mt. Sinai Center for Occupational Medicine around 96th
street (if I can remember). I know a few people who have seen him through
NYCOSH referrals and swear by him as effective. I've first met him in the
beginning of this year and I can tell you that he works "with patients"
rather than "working on them". You can find him at 212-241-2582.
Jonathan Dropkin is NOT an MD. He is an ergonomist (and also degreed as a
Physical Therapist; I believe he did that before going ergonomist). He does evaluation of
workstations, industrial sites, etc. If needed, you are referred to him by
the treating physician at Mount Sinai.
Patient Recommendation
I've also been treated at Mt. Sinai in NY, by Drs. Piligian & Milek. I would highly recommend either.
(see address above.)
Another patient comments: I had
my first appointment with (Dr. Milek) this week, and I was pleased with her
analysis of my condition and the care she took making her diagnosis, but
she was fairly rude to me.
Yet another adds: I see Dr. Moline at Mount Sinai and like her very much.
Still another: It is worth a short trip into NYC to go to Mt. Sinai Hospital, and be evaluated at their Irving J. Selikoff Center for Occupational and Environmental Medicine.
My doctor was Dr. Robin Herbert. She prescribed ultrasound diagnostic tests (as good as and cheaper than MRI), nerve tests, PT and referred me to a great Orthopedic Surgeon for evaluation.
Patient Recommendation
my doctor at the Mt. Sinai clinic did
provide a prescription with the following doctor for these tests: Your own
doctor might also provide you a prescription for this testing.
The Hospital for Special Surgery - 535 E. 70th Street, NY, NY 10021. Dr.
Ronald Adler. He was in charge and had students / residents present to
learn from him in doing the exam.
Exam: Ultrasound both extremeties. Ord. Diag. 719.49 - Joint Pain - Multiple Joints Technique: Real time gray scale ultrasound of both wrists and elbows.
Patient Recommendation
Julie Weiner, MS, BCIA-C 5997 Riverdale Ave. at 260th St. The Bronx, NY 10471 (718) 601-4569 984 North Broadway, Ste. LL-05 Yonkers, NY 10701 (914) 633-2991
After a thorough evaluation to find out which muscles are involved in your
particular case, you will be given a course of physiologic feedback
and pain management training that may include diaphragmatic breathing,
muscle relaxation, minibreak training, posture awareness, stress
management training and help in establishing basic health habits.. The
latter may involve assistance in finding an exercise routine that fits
your lifestyle, making time for healthy meals or quitting smoking.
(smoking increases the risk of muscle injury.) You may also be advised on
the role of nutrition in maintaining relaxed, healthy muscles, tendons,
joints and cartilages.
She takes a holistic approach to the process and respect the outlook of
the patient, tailoring treatment to the person. Ms. Weiner is very
flexible and will work hard to find the combination which works for the
patient. I found her innovative and responsive. She is very collaborative
in her approach and worked with my Physical Therapist and myself to help
solve treatment issues there as well as in her own arena. I mentioned her
in passing to a person who, it turned out, had worked with her years
before, remembered her treatment with great appreciation and continued to
use the training she received.
Patient Recommendation
Hospital for Joint Diseases would be my first choice! They're on the East
Side I believe.
Patient Recommendation
Lisa Sattler, MS, PT, ART 333 East 46 Street, Suite 1H New York, NY 10017 (212) 681-8601 Telephone (212) 681-8603 Facsimile (Note: another source lists her phone as 212-838-6847 .)
Lisa Sattler does a thorough intake/history/evaluation during the first
visit. She is very knowledgeable about RSI, treats holistically and is
open to the use of multiple modalities during PT (such as Alexander
Technique, etc., to assist w/posture and realignment). Exercises are
appropriate in type and speed for developing strength and flexibility. She
checks on home progress and is mindful of reviewing exercise regimen to
make sure they are being done correctly. She is trained in myofascial
release and Applied Release Therapy (a treatment which helps "unstick"
nerves and works well with many patients). She is also knowledgeable
about early RSD and is concerned with prevention. Accepts WC patients.
another patient writes: ...I would like to strongly reiterate that Lisa Sattler is truly a great physical therapist. She spends plenty of one-on-one time with you, and had an answer for every RSI question I had. Her website is hand-pain.org, and her phone number on 46th Street on East Side Manhattan is 212-681-8601. She also has a queens office.
Self-Referred
Jackie Ross, Physical Therapist
I am a physical therapist who has worked with RSI problems for 9 years
22 W. 21. ST - SUITE 802
NEW YORK, NY 10010
212- 627 5670
FAX- 212 6270591(JROSSPT@aol.com)
Self-Referred
We would like to take your offer, and be included in your "self-referred" section. I am an Internal Medicine physician and the Director of Healthcheck Medical Facility. My partner Julie Donnelly, is a Licensed Massage Therapist, and runs the therapeutic services at Julstro Muscular Therapy Center and The Carpal Tunnel Treatment Center. I am also the Medical Director of these Centers. Our offices are located at 218 S. Main Street, New City, NY 10956. The contact number for Healthcheck, and Julstro Muscular Therapy Center, is 845-638-3400. The contact number for The Carpal Tunnel Treatment Center is 845-268-2021.
Self-Referred
Gene Desepoli
258 Henry Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201
718-855-0664
I am trained as a chiropractor and massage therapist with a special
interest in RSI and overuse syndromes which respond well to
sost-tissue techniques. I have additional certification (although I
use that term lightly) in muscular and myofascial disorders.
KM writes:... I can recommend a practitioner in Brooklyn. His name is Ross Rotherham.His
phone is 718-369-0921, website, www.lotushealingarts.com He has a variety
of techniques at his disposal, including acupuncture and Bowen Technique. I
know him and think the world of him.
oss Rotherham or his wife in NYC
Lotus Healing Arts
80 5th Ave Suite 1008
Patient Recommendation
A. Benja-Athon, MD 210 East 36 Street New York, NY 10016 (212) 545-7075
Located between Second & Third Streets. Accepts Workers Compensation. I
find Dr. Benja-Athon very concerned and aware of life as well as medical
issues involved w/injury. I have been going for acupuncture and have
found it very helpful. Needles are sterile/disposable and sanitary
procedures are strictly followed. Decor is in calming colors, lights are
kept low for pain patients. Staff is helpful and pleasant. This MD is a
former surgeon, who now does rehabilitation medicine and acupuncture. Has
done research on pain and has experience working with RSI. He provides an
accurate picture of benefits of acupuncture and does a thorough intake
interview/evaluation.
Following is from the flyer: Board-certified physicians & specialists;
multidisciplinary approach; ethics; cutting-edge skills; cost containment.
Pain Management: Using body biomechanics, medicine, anesthetic blocks,
biofeedback, acupuncture, rehabilitation, physical therapy, and
psychiatric management.
Acupuncture: Pain management and related disorders using sterile and
disposable needles.
Rehabilitation Medicine: Physical therapy and rehabilitation treatments
by American-trained and board-certified physicians to restore health,
function, independence and productivity.
web site: http://www.musclejointnerve.com
Patient Recommendation
Phyllis W. Sherman, Physical Therapist
Columbia Presbyterian-Eastside Sports Medicine
15 E. 60th Street, 4th Floor
New York, New York
(212) 326-3330
I was referred to Phyllis by Dr. Emil Pascarelli. She is an
experienced, caring professional who recognizes the intricacies and
difficulties of treating RSI. I've had RSI since 1993 and have tried
about a dozen PT's and different types of therapy. After 8 months of
intensive therapy with Phyllis, consisting mostly of stretching and
gradual strenthening, I am well on my way to a pain-free state. I never
could have believed it possible after the years of unrelenting pain and
agony. This outfit takes Worker's Comp as a form of payment.
Patient Recommendation
. After much searching for a doctor to treat me for a bad case of
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome, and many bad experiences, I was finally lucky
enough to be referred to Keith Raskin, who is an upper extremity
specialist in New York City. 317 E 34 St bet 1 & 2 Ave 212-683-4263.
In addition to having a reputation as a great technician and surgeon,
he is also very patient in answering questions and explaining things.
On various visits I brought in articles from medical journals on my
condition, and also Dr. Norris' Book (Survival Guide for Musicians) in
order to ask questions and confirm what I read. He was not at all
threatened by this, and actually appreciated that I was well-informed.
He really cares about his patients....
I told Dr. Raskin facetiously that he is more like a TV doctor than a
real doctor, because he is such a nice guy.
Patient Recommendation
My physical therapist, Susan Scanga, is amazing. 4 - 1/2 weeks after
elbow surgery, my doctor says my range of motion is where he would
expect it to be after 8 weeks. Susan is also very reassuring, patient and
good-humored. Most importantly, she REALLY knows her stuff.
I have been to other P.T.s, O.T.'s, etc. who had five people in the
treatment room at once. At Susan's, I have never had more than one other patient
being worked with at the same time as me. (One other is nice because you
can trade war stories.)
Susan Scanga
212-406-2568
(In Manhattan)
Patient Recommendation
New York City - W 90th St Manhattan - John Bloomfield - 212 799-2257
John is a piano teacher who retrains RSI-afflicted musicians and
computer users in how to use a keyboard in a non-injurious way.
When I first went to him I was in too acute a phase to consider typing,
but he showed me how to do various acts of daily living - picking up a
glass, turning a doorknob or a faucet, writing, dial a phone, etc.,
in ways that did not aggravate my injuries. (I've had occupational
therapists claim they do the same sort of thing, but I know John helped
me a lot and no OT I've talked to claimed expertise on typing.) Later
I took up keyboard retraining with John. I think he is definitely on to
something. He is very sensitive and pays attention to the way you
respond
individually. And he can generally figure out how to do things in a way
that doesn't hurt. One friend I sent to him claimed a "miracle cure" --
an initial flare, still quite recent, receded in a matter of weeks.
Usually takes a little longer, but I think most RSI suffers who still
have an interest in typing could benefit from John's lessons. The only
qualifier I would add is that while John knows a great deal about arms
and
hands, he knows less about shoulders and back (not that he claims to
know
anything he doesn't); this was relevant to me insofar as the typing
retraining
did not address my TOS (brachial plexus) issues, though it was
beneficial
in other ways.
Patient Recommendation
John S. Artandi, MD
Director of Orthopedic Medicine
Advanced Pain Care Center of New York
18 E 50th St.
New York, NY 10022
(212) 758-4688
I have received very effective treatment for bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome,
including ultrasound and fluidotherapy three times a week. Dr. Artandi goes
out of his way to explain the diagnostic procedures and the treatments in
great detail. Patients are never rushed.
another patient writes:
John Artandi is a devoted and energetic sports doctor. He and his staff do all they can
to make you feel comfortable.He comes from a musical family , (his mother was a famous opera
singer in Hungary) and is a former pianist.
He is completely familiar with the musicians milieu and works with you and your instrumental
set up to determine better playing positions and muscle control. He uses a combination of very
effective techniques such as electrical stim, ultra sound therapy, manual massage, fluidotherapy
and exercise.Before seeing Dr. Artandi, I was addicted to anti inflammatory analgesics.
I have been medication free for 3 months now and my condition is vastly improved.
Self-Referred
I am the Medical Director of the Carpal Tunnel Treatment Center, in New City, NY. Along with my partner,
Julie Donnelly, LMT, we have been teaching individuals how to self-treat for repetitive strain injury (RSI)
to the muscles of the arm and hand, since 1997. These muscles give the same symptoms as Carpal Tunnel
Syndrome, and may easily cause a musician to be forced into ending a promising career.
Our work has proven that the great majority of people do not need surgery, and that surgery
will only complicate the symptoms - sometimes causing permanent damage. This conservative treatment has been
effective for over 90% of the people who have used it.
It was because of working with a professional musician that we were directed to your website. We have
successfully taught many musicians, athletes, computer operators, and people from all walks of
life. The results we have achieved have led us to being accepted for full clinical trials at Bassett
Research Center in Cooperstown, NY. We are currently awaiting a reply to a grant application to the
National Institute of Health.
Our website : www.aboutcts.com We want to bring this
information to musicians, giving them the ability to self-treat their arms and hands, and relieving
the stress that RSI places on the joints, and the numbness caused by muscles pressing into the nerves
that give feeling to the hand.
Patient Recommendation
I have a very good physical therapist who totally understands and treats
RSI. His name is Luke and he is at Hands on Physical Therapy on 57th between
7th and broadway. I do not have the phone number handy but information
should have it. Any of the pt's there know how to treat it and spend 1/2
hour working on you with manual therapy and I feel much better than I ever
did before seeing them. Good luck.
(Paul sez: a quick web search turned up a web page I think lists this practitioner's
address - see http://www.hands-on-pt.com/ )
AOEC Member
Bellevue/New York University
Occupational and Environmental Medicine Clinic
Bellevue Hospital, Room CD349
27th Street & First Ave. Clinic Founded 1991
New York, New York 10016
AOEC Contact: George Friedman-Jiminez, MD
212-562-4572 FAX 212-562-4574
Rafael de la Hoz, MD, MPH
Chinese, Spanish and French spoken, in addition to English.
Patient Recommendation
Ellen Saltonstall, MS, MT 17 East 16 Street New York, NY 10003 (212) 727-7288
Ellen Saltonstall offers a class specifically designed for and
limited to sufferers of RSI which combines Yoga and Kinetic
Awareness at an affordable price. The class is very helpful
and gentle.
Ms. Saltonstall has an MS in Therapeutic Human Movement from
New York University and a BA from Cornell University. in 1981,
she began to study Hatha Yoga and to teach it in 1983; and for
over five years has been especially interested in its therapeutic
uses. She is on the staff at Mind-Body Medical Institute at St.
Peter's Medical Center in New Brunswick, NJ, and has a private
practice in Massage Therapy and Kinetic Awareness Technique,
which is used to release tension in the body and facilitate
movement. Her book, Kinetic Awareness: Discovering Your
Bodymind was published in 1983.
Chloe Wing 60 Fourth Street, Apt. 15 New York, NY 10011 (212) 598-9434
Ms. Wing teaches the Alexander Technique in New York City and
has specialized in neck and hand injuries during her twelve years
in private practice; she has extensive experience working with RSI.
She is Director of The Musician's Body, a national program
dedicated to the health and well-being in music. In addition, she
directs a three-year teacher training program in the Alexander
Technique and is a founding member of Alexander Technique
International where she certifies teachers world wide.
Self-Referred
Bill Gallagher MSPT, CMT, CYT Director East West Rehab Institute www.EastWestRehab.com Bill @ eastwestrehab . com (212) 781-2626
Advanced Clinician in Integrative Rehabilitation
Mount Sinai Medical Center
Instructor in Clinical Physical Therapy
Columbia University
I am with Mount Sinai, but I would like to have my private practice
(where I can spend more time with pts in a much more relaxing
atmosphere) listed on your site. My address is 202 west 88th st Suite
one.
I am a
licensed PT, a certified yoga teacher and a certified massage therapist. I
treat people with RSI regularly using osteopathic manual therapy, physical exercise,
mental techniques and make ergonomic recommendations/modifications.
I have an office on 88th and Broadway and make home visits in Manhattan.
Bonnie Prudden Myotherapist
Claire Naylor-Pollart
Fitness Express /Myotherapy
105 W. 78th, #3
New York, NY 10024
212-595-3225
Patient Recommendation
I have had excellent results after receiving therapy in the office of
Dr. Donald P. Milione, Chiropractor. Dr. Milione is the only chiropractic
diplomate of ocupational health in Manhattan and his approach to correcting
the symptoms
associated with RSI injuries begins with a comprehensive patient case history
and physical examination. Dr. Milione has a friendly "bedside" manner which
I find assuring. After diagnostic tests (Xray&nerve tests) are performed in
his office
he determines a treatment plan....in order to restore the injured body part
to
pre-injury status as quickly as possible. Dr. Milione's offfice is located
at
330 East 79th Street, NY, NY (212)988-6900
Patient Recommendation
Dr. Robin Herbert at Mount Sinai in NYC and Tarrytown. She's excellent,
compassionate and really knows RSI (has had it herself). I trust her implicitly.
... I saw seven doctors (some of them just plain AWFUL) before I met Dr. Robin Herbert at Mount Sinai in NYC.
Dr. Herbert is the first and only
doctor that I have met along this "journey" that is pro-patient and "gets
it" about the RSI and related injuries and issues. Dr. Herbert is of the
Mt. Sinai "Irving J. Selikoff Center for Occupational and Environmental
Medicine". Her phone is (914) 964-4737. Her assistant is Diane Monahan. She
now sees patients in the Yonkers, NY location.
...I called Dr. Robin Herbert's office and spoke with her knowledgeable and
almost staggeringly helpful assistent, Diane Monahan. ...
She also recommendeded Lisa Sattler or
the other p.t. in Lisa's office, Kerri O'Neill, for physical therapy.
....
I couldn't have been more blown away by the level of care I got from Kerri,
just in one session. Her evaluation was so much more comprehensive, and she
was so much more receptive--and smart--than so many other physical
therapists I've gone to, that I don't even know how these other p.t.'s I've
seen can live with themselves. ....
I also went to see Dr. Nainzadeh, at Mt. Sinai, who was thorough and caring.
....
Diane Monahan also highly recommended Jonathan Dropkin, an ergonomist, who I
plan to see shortly about putting other an ergonomic set-up for my home
office.
...P.S. Jon Dropkin is a great ergonomist who has helped me set up my new work station. His number is 212-241-2582.
AOEC Member
Finger Lakes Occupational Health Services
980 Westfall Road, Suite 210 Clinic Founded 1987
Rochester, NY 14618
AOEC Contact: Deanna Woodhams, Administrator
716-256-0853 FAX 716-256-2271
Self-Referred
Michael P. Nancollas, MD 475 Irving Ave., Ste. 418 Syracuse, NY 13210 315-426-0197
nancollas.michael@hcds.com
http://www.cnybonedocs.com
I am an orthopaedic hand surgeon who has a special interest in overuse
syndromes as they apply to both workers and musicians. I presently treat
a large number of musicians, both amateur and professional. Along with
Lynn Fye, CHT (an occupational hand therapist), I am establishing the
Clinic for Perfoming Artist to better evaluate and treat upper extremity
musician injuries.
My resume includes presentations and publications on carpal tunnel
syndrome. My interest in musician's injuries stem from my background as
an amateur pianist and trombonist.
AOEC Member
Central New York Occupational Health Clinical Center
6712 Brooklawn Parkway
Suite 204 Clinic Founded 1989
Syracuse, New York 13211-2195
Patient Recommendation
Linda Marvin, MPhil, MS 162 Lake Avenue Tuckahoe, NY 10707 (914) 337-9096 (516) 299-2436 (LIU)
Ms. Marvin is an Assistant Professor in the Speech and Hearing
Department of Long Island University, C. W. Post Campus and has
private consulting practice. She specializes in the problems of
people who use their voices professionally, including users of voice
recognition software. She will evaluate you at your work site (including
home) to better assist you with voice health and safety.
AOEC Contact: Michael B. Lax, MD, MPH
315-432-8899 FAX 315-431-9528
AOEC Member
Center for Occupational and Environmental Medicine
School of Medicine
Health Sciences Center, L 3-086 Clinic Founded 1986
University at Stony Brook
Stony Brook, New York 11794
AOEC Contact: Wajdy Hailoo, MD, MSc., DIH
516-444-2167 FAX 516-444-7525
MSM Appendix B
Blythedale Children's Hospital
Department of Rehabilitation Medicine
Valhalla, NY 10595
(914) 592-7555
Contact: Dr. Yasoma Challenor
Bonnie Prudden Myotherapist
Mary Lou Maxon
Wellsville Myotherapy && Exercise
RD#3 Box 301
Wellsville, NY 14895
716-593-5685
Tennessee Health Care Providers
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MSM Appendix B
Dr. Paul Parsons
1345 Carters Creek Pike
Franklin, TN 37064
(615) 790-3290
Self-Referred
My name is Lisa A. Shelter. I am firstly a Christian wife and mother then a
Licensed Massage Therapist, Massage Instructor, guest lecturer and a
Chiropractic Assistant with over 20 years of experience. I have work with
RSI and many other like injuries. Please add me to your list of providers.
I am confident I am more than qualified to meet the need of many of your
readers. Thank you for your valuable service. The following information is
provided as requested:
Lisa A. Shelter, C.A., L.M.T. Memphis, TN 38119 (901) 681-9634
Self-Referred
I am a hand surgeon with great interest and expertise in the medical
problems of the performing instrumentalist. I am a professor at
Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and was trained in General Surgery,
Plastic & Reconstructive, Maxillofacial, and Hand Surgery at Harvard Medical
School and Johns Hopkins. I am most interested in RSI, focal dystonias,
peripheral neuropathies, and traumatic injuries to the musician. I am also a
musician myself.
Please consider seeing me if in the Nashville, TN area. My secretary's
number is 615-936-3759 (Robin).
Sean F. Wolfort, M.D. Dept.'s Plastic Surgery and Orthopaedic Surgery Vanderbilt University Medical Center 2100 Pierce Ave. MCS 230 Nashville, TN 37232
Colorado Health Care Providers
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Bonnie Prudden Myotherapist
Claudia Smith
Aspen Valley Myotherapy
1629 Delores Way
Carbondale, CO 81623
970-963-4360
MSM Appendix B
University of Colorado Health Sciences Center
Department of Neurology
Campus Box B 183
4200 E. Ninth Ave.
Denver, CO 80262
(303) 270-7566
Contact: Dr. Stuart Schneck
Patient Recommendation
I have bi-later arterial as well as neurogenic TOS. It really can cause
alot of pain and emotional problems as well. I agree that surgery is not the
first most answer. You need to try forms of therapy for it first. Feldenkrais
being the best method. I also work with a chiropractor twice a week. One of
the first people that I turned to was Dr. Richard Sanders out of Denver Co. He
wrote a wonderful detailed book on TOS and is also a pioneer in surgery. This
is the only condition that he spends his time with these days. He is a joy to
speak with on the phone and will give you some great advise!!! You can look
him up on his website Dr. Richard Sanders.com and give him a call. His
secretarys and nurses are also a joy to speak with!!! Good Luck!! And by the way you
can by his book, which is only available at his clinic. I have it and it is the
only book you will every need on TOS!!! Another great place for info is the
TOS forum, lots of great people over there with the same situation. You can
find it on BrainTalk.org under Thoracic Outlet Forum.
Dr. Richard Sanders, M.D., in Denver at 303 388-6461, or call toll free, 1-888-756-6222.
Englewood, CO
Another patient "review" of Dr. Sanders can be read here , and
some of his information can be seen here .
Patient Recommendation
I hope it never comes down to surgery for you but if it does I researched
extensively and had my first rib resection done by Dr Annest of this group
Dr. Stephen J. Annest, MD Dr. Alan Y. Synn, MD Dr. Lisa R. Nowak, MD 1601 E. 19th Ave Suite 3950 Denver, Co 80218 Phone: (303) 539-0736 Fax: (303) 539-0737 Toll-free: (888) 626-2657 E-mail: info@vascularinstitute.com Asbaugh Physical Therapy Paula Asbaugh, MPT Jennifer Anderson MSPT Jason Lund MSPT 1805 S. Bellaire Suite 235 Denver, Co 80222 Phone: (303) 756-3388 Fax: (303) 756-3399
I know it sounds extreme to travel for this surgery but the success rate of
this surgery is not very good.
This group gets the best results from what I could research due to technique
and their rehab team.
I heard about this doc from the people with tos at
http://brain.hastypastry.net/forums/forumdisplay.php?s=f69524bc2694a42fc...
Patient Recommendation
I saw this person for 6-8 times and found him to be very knowledgeable. I don't live there so I couldn't see him long term. He helps TOS and RSI
people. He was recommended to me by a Denver TOS surgeon who sends all his patients to this p.t.
Jason Cherry, PT Vice President, PPSIG
Belmar Physical Therapy PC
325 S. Teller Street #270
Lakewood, CO 80226
Phone: 303-274-2404
e-mail: jason @ belmarpt . com
Bonnie Prudden Myotherapist
Judith Gerhart
Rocky Mountain Myotherapy
1240 15th Ave.
Longmont, CO 80501
303-776-8853
Denver office:
303-320-1918
(Denver)
In the US many say this is the place to go for the best TOS diagnosis
and options.
http://www.vascularinstitute.com/Our_Services.htm
also in Denver CO
http://www.drbrantigan.com/services/index.htm
Maine Health Care Providers
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Patient Recommendation
For New Hampshire, Northern Mass, and Southern Maine, an
execellent service provider specializing in repetitive
stress injuries and ergonomic workstation analysis is:
WorkRite Medical Associates
427-3 Amherst St. Suite 265
Nashua, NH 03063
Phone/FAX (603) 672-2214
They have both Physical Therpists and Occupational
Therapists (with Hand Therapy certification) on staff. The
company has a superb reputation for successful management of
repetitive stress injuries.
AOEC Member
Center for Health Promotion
1600 Congress Street Clinic Founded 1987
Portland, Maine 04102
AOEC Contact: Sue Upham, MD, MPH
207-774-7751 FAX 207-828-5140
Self Referred
...I have a special interest, and
extensive experience with RSI.
Charles Sullivan, D.O. Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine Therapeutic Nutrition Preventative Medicine 9 Field St, Suite 219 179 Main Street Suite 403 Belfast, ME 04915 Waterville, ME 04901 (207)338-6878 (207)877-0950 Voice (207)877-2441 FAX (207)821-4076 toll free Pager Email : omt@mint.net http://www.mint.net/~dorje
New Zealand Health Care Providers
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Auckland- Karn Muller, Certified Hellerwork Practitioner. Ph: 09-528-4905
Texas Health Care Providers
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Patient Recommendation
t took trying out a few different chiropractors before I found one that I
liked. Frank Greenberg in Arlington, Texas.
He respected my own knowledge about my condition and worked with me on the
areas I knew needed help. The other (rejected) chiropractors did two things
wrong:
1. relied on that little metal thingie to go up and down my spine.....
sorry, but I don't buy that it works.
2. another worked in his own way, ignoring the area I said needed help. Her
was fixated on the way my legs/feet laid and adjusted my back (with a metal
thingie) based on the way my feet were resting. He ignored the fact that my
problem was C6/7 T1 (shown on x-rays).
Greenberg also adjusted my wrists, thumbs, and lower back, depending on
what *I* tell him is going on.
He didn't try to get me in 3-4 times a week. We did one month at once a
week, and now it's just once a month. In a nutshell, he *listens* to me, and
I don't get the impression he wants to drain my bank account. Instead of
poking me with the "activator?," he contorts me, twists me, jumps on me,
body slams me.... all for $20 a visit... and it's working very well.
Patient Recommendation
>I'm trying to find a
>> >physical therapist or orthopedic surgeon here in Austin, Texas. Anybody
i've had a lot of luck with
stella torres at capital hand and physical therapy.
512-302-3922
do you have anthem insurance thru ut?
she is on the ppo list.
Patient Recommendation
Austin, Texas
Three years ago I saw a handfull of doctors and one chiro and finally ended up
seeing Dr. Eduardo Elizondo. I highly recommend him. His number is
476-3399. Let me know how it goes.
Self-Referred
F.J. Dallal D.C. 909 HOUSTON ST. CASTOVILLE. TX 830-538-2126 Serving
Alignment and Body Usage Adjusting. The power that made us from two
microscopic cells is still inside and does a better job of fixing things
whenever or Posture and Body usage create no or less stress. Gravity
Oxygen are very powerfull powers that we have control of their influence
better with correct posture and better body usage, i think!
Posture is the main attention and helping them adjust their posture in
the office as well as on the job developing a good posture habit has
been very helpfull.
KM writes: ... Hope this is helpful. Two therapists that practice a very effective form
of work called NeuroStructural Integration Technique or NST are in Dallas.
Their names are
Brenda Holcomb 214-679-4618 email: holcombs@prodigy.net
and
Larry Sandberg 972-233-8833 email healthybody@ev1.net
I don't know them but have taken classes in the work(it's an offshoot of
Bowen technique) so I know it's effective. They probably will be able to
help.
> I am looking for RSI success stories in the Dallas, Texas area. > Specifically I would like to know what Doctors and/or Physical Therapists > helped you. Dr Kee Fedak 1939 Arlington stadium Oaks studio 101 Arlington, TX 76011 musiciansClinic.com 817 303 7770
Patient Recommendation
I have had both carpel tunnel and cubital tunnel. My best recommendation for
the Dallas area is Dr. Robert Wilcox.
He can be reached at 972-985-7474 and is located in Plano. He did surgery on
my hands for carpel tunnel, and since he is a plastic surgeon also, there
were no visible scars left and my carpel tunnel was treated successfully.
He is now treating me for cubital tunnel but treatment has not yet been
completed.
Patient Recommendation
I have been seeing "Gail Blom". She is Certified Hand Therapist.
Covenent Hand Therapy 1101 Ohio Dr #105 Plano, TX 75093 Tel: (972) 599-9594
I could't find any good doctor, in Dallas area, who understands RSI. Just
got physiotherapy prescription from one of the orthopaedic surgeon and
started with PT.
Doctor Referred
One of the best (clinics) is the Texas Center for Music and Medicine at Univ.
North Texas - Fort worth under Bernard Rubin, MD.
Self-Referred
(Note: Dr. Clearman was previously listed the
MSM Appendix B
as being at the
The Southwest Regional Arts Medicine Center's Institute for Rehabilitation and Research,
which no longer exists. Her updated information follows:
I can be reached at the address and phone below. Please note that there is also a FREE clinic for performing and visual artists every month. Thank you for your efforts on behalf of all the people you help!
Texas Arts Medicine Center 5219 Caroline Houston, TX 77004-5803 713-524-9800 713-524-1115 fax mail@ArtsMedicine.com Rebecca Clearman MD Medical Director www.ArtsMedicine.com
Bonnie Prudden Myotherapist
Kim White R.N. B.S.M.
Myotherapy & Fitness of Texas
5740 W. Little York, Ste. 222
Houston, TX 77091
713-466-3060
Patient Recommendation
I would like to add a doctor to the findadoc list for Houston, Texas. Dr. Alan Rosen of the KSF Orthopaedic Center. Here is their website: http://www.ksfortho.com/ Their hand specialist is Dr. Alan Rosen. http://www.ksfortho.com/rosen.htm
At the same clinic:
Dr. Samuel John Alianell, M. D. , 37, is one of a growing number of physicians practicing the medical specialty called physiatry. Physiatrists are doctors specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation. The focus of the specialty is restoring function to people suffering from traumatic or repetitive stress injuries that cause pain or limit their physical capabilities.
Patient Recommendation
I am in Houston. I would recommend checking out:
http://www.mysurgeon.com/hand/physicians/gabel.htm This is the Dr. I
see for RSI.
Patient Recommendation
I saw Dr. Kent Dickson numerous times. He didn't heal me but he examined
me and advised as best he could. He specializes in upper extremities. He didn't
claim to know everything and had a hint of compassion.
Dr. Kent Dickson 500 W. Main Street suite 200 lewisville, TX 75067 972.420.1776
there is a musicians Clinic in Arlington. He has been doing ultrsasound with me-
helps but doesn't cure completely. I am not seeking docs so much anymore just
trying to manage. I am not doing too bad. the doc (Chiropractor)in arlington
is : Dr. Kee Fedak - 817.303.7770. let me know how it goes.
Miscellaneous
Somebody was asking about resources in the San
Antonio area. I've just found a Hand Institute website
which seems to say all the right things. It's run by an
orthopedic group based in Houston & San Antonio.
Website is http://www.mysurgeon.com/ and follow the
link to "institutes". Hopestar Orthopedic Group is on
McCulloch Ave, phone 225-5741.
I live here in San Antonio and have had 2 hand surgeries done here. I have
also checked out the web site you mention and there is a lot more offered
here than what is available on the web. For instance, Dr. Green the leading
hand surgeon and author of "Green's Operative Hand" and many more books lives
here in San Antonio. He has also operated on David Robinson the center of the
San Antonio Spurs. Also Dr. Paul Pace, yes of the Pace picante family,
resides here in San Antonio and has a hand clinic at the downtown Nix
hospital. You can find just about any medical specialist here. San Antonio is
a medical and military city with the infamous Brooke Army Medical Center
which burn unit services patients from around the world.
AOEC Member
Texas Institute of Occupational Safety and Health
Highway 271 & 155
P.O. Box 2003
Tyler, Texas 75710
AOEC Contact: Jeffrey Levin, MD, MSPH
903-877-5900 FAX 903-877-7982
Chair, Department of Occupational and
Environmental Medicine
Lesa Williams
903 -877-7948 FAX 903-877-7982
Occupational Medicine Marketing Coordinatori
Occupational Medicine General Information (903)877-3451 New Patient
Appointments
(903)877-7171 Emergency Room (903)877-7806
Connecticut Health Care Providers
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AOEC Member
University of Connecticut
Occupational and Environmental Medicine Program
Farmington Ave. Clinic Founded 1989
Farmington, Connecticut 06030
AOEC Contact: Eileen Storey, MD, MPH
203-679-2893 FAX 203-679-1585
AOEC Member
Yale University Occupational/Environmental Medicine Program
135 College Street, 3rd Floor
New Haven, Connecticut 06510 Clinic Founded 1979
AOEC Contact: Mark R. Cullen, MD
203-785-5885 FAX 203-785-7391
AOEC Member
Waterbury Occupational Health
140 Grandview Ave. Suite 101
Waterbury, Connecticut 06708 Clinic Founded 1989
AOEC Contact: Gregory McCarthy, MD, MPH, RS
203-573-8114 FAX 203-755-3823
Bonnie Prudden Myotherapist
Christine Whittlesey Godfrey
45 Castlewood Rd.
West Hartford, CT 06107
860-521-5320
There's a great osteopathic physician that I'm sure can help you.
His name is Dr. Steven Shifreen.860-727-1021
He is in Hartford, Conn. prepare to be pleasantly surprised.
>If anybody's had good experiences with a PT in > the NYC/southern Conn region I'd love to hear > from you (or bad experiences for that matter).
Steve Shifreen in Hartford, Conn
860-727-1021
Maryland Health Care Providers
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Bonnie Prudden Myotherapist
Henry H. Sloan E-mail Annapolis Myotherapy 3 B Sheridan Road Arnold, MD 21012 410-271-5041
Hand Clinic at Union Memorial Hospital has been in existence for many years
in Baltimore MD.
I suggest you contact Dr. Lee Dellon at Johns Hopkins in Baltimore,
Maryland as he is the ulnar nerve expert. His # is 410-832-7600. He has
extensive literature published on the success and failure rate of this
surgery and can advise you properly. He came highly recommended to me by
several people including my doctor of one year at UCLA in Los Angeles.
...You also are very close in proximity to a one of the best hand clinics in
the U.S. It is called the Raymond Curtis Hand Center at the Union Memorial
Hospital in Lutherville, Maryland. Their # is 410-296-6232. The Towson
Times published an excellent article about this clinic in the July 19, 1995
edition. I suggest you get a copy of this article.
Patient Recommendation
Here is some more info on the Peripheral Neuropathy
specialist I mentioned:
Dr. John Griffin Neurological Consultation Center Departments of Neurology and Neurosurgery 601 North Caroline Street, Room 5032 Baltimore, MD 21287-0870 (410) 955-6484
I saw him at Hopkins Outpatient Center, but he may
see patients at other offices as well. Another physician
arranged for me to see him. This may or not be
necessary.
Patient Recommendation
I would personally recommed Keith Segalman from the Curtis Hand
Center at Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore, or Kyle Bickel, MD, chief
of plastic and hand surgery at Johns Hopkins who also trained at Curtis.
Thet are both excellent.
Patient Recommendation
- I was one of the chorus who recommended Dr. Segalman, and I have to
say he was the most thorough diagnostician of any of the doctors I've seen.
He was the first to do a thorough exam from back/neck down to my fingertips
and identified such things as bilateral cubital tunnel entrapment which had
escaped previous diagnoses.
Patient Recommendation
The Curtis Hand Clinic at Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore MD was the
first in nation founded in 1975
Congress recently designated the facility as the National Center for the
Treatment of the Hand and Upper extremitiy with a 1.2 million federal grant
I went to clinic from CA for consultation and was grateful for evaluation.
Perhaps there others in locality who could offer more specifics on MDs.
Patient Recommendation
I spoke with Dr. Pascarelli's office a few weeks ago and in the DC metro
area, Dr. Pascarelli recommends Dr. Margit Bleeker in Baltimore, a
neurologist with the Center for Occupational and Environmental Neurology,
Childrens' Hospital Professional Building, Suite 101, 3901 Greenspring Ave,
Baltimore MD 21211.
phone number: 410/669-1101.. There is also a therapist there: Virginia Moratz, Dir,
Occupational Therapy, 410-462-6800, x3355 is in hospital bldg. I think they're both very good.
I've seen five doctors in the DC area. The only one I would recommend is
Margit (sic) Bleecker in Baltimore. I didn't want to go that far out of town
to see a doctor at first, but trust me, she is worth it. She is the only
doctor I've had who understand ergonomics. She is the only one who tested me
on biofeedback monitors to see if my muscles were tense. She is the only one
who recommended deep muscle massage which made a world of difference. She is
the only one who told me that although I tested within the normal range on
the nerve conduction study, I was borderline for carpal tunnel syndrome.
....
Dr. Margit Bleecker in Baltimore is extremely thorough, professional, knowledgeable, and
respectful. She has saved me from permanent disability after bouncing around
among various orthopedic hand surgeons and eventually developing RSD, a painful
offshoot that occasionally can result from poorly treated RS I. Her
therapist, Sheri, is also very good—and the office library encourages you
to obtain as much knowledge about your condition as possible. Her
contact information is listed elsewhere in this Maryland page, but
I cannot urge you enough to see this woman. She listens, she
knows, and she can be your advocate.
Patient Recommendation
Doctor -- Dr. Margit Bleecker, Center for Occupational and Environmental
Neurology (COEN), Baltimore, MD,http://www.coen1.org/ - she specializes
in RSI, and her therapist, Sherri Barnes, is extremely knowledgeable
about RSI conditions. Dr. Bleecker recommended the nerve glide
stretches and yoga as the only exercise I am to do with my hands, as
these are the only things that have proved to be helpful.
Patient Recommendation
National Arts Medicine Center
& Center for Repetitive Motion Disorders
National Rehabilitation Hospital
3 Bethesda Metro Ctr. Suite 950
Bethesda, MD 20814
(301) 654-9160
Director: Dr. Richard Norris
I haven't seen Dr Norris, but everything I have experienced
through NRH has been very helpful. My myofascial pain
syndrome and irritated nerve (resulting in RSI-type sypmtoms
of arm pain, numbness, tingling) has been improving over the
course of therapy at NRH. [ . . . ] I recommend NRH and
indirectly, the Bethesda group (I go to the DC facility) for
anybody that lives in the Washington area and hasn't found
good answers or relief for their pain.
. . .While I haven't seen Dr. Norris for treatment, I did have the pleasure of
an examination with him for workers compensation insurance company. I
think it is unusual for one to be so impressed with a physician under these
circumstances. Dr. Norris is the only physician I have seen (and I've seen
8) to relieve and re-create my pain on examination. He spent a lot of time
explaining to me what exactly is going on - he showed me pictures in books
and he even made recommendations on equipment and braces. The best part is
that his assessment of my condition has since been confirmed by my treating
physician with further diagnostic testing. If not for my attorney he'd be
my treating physician!!! I would highly recommend him to anyone with RSI.
Patient Recommendation
I saw Dr. Edward Bieber (301-530-1010) in the Bethesda area (calling it
Bethesda is a stretch)...
He was recommended by several people who had repetitive strain problems
that were successfully treated. He's also on both Washingtonian's and
Washington Checkbook's list of top doctors. He was pretty blunt about my
options, and had me get voice recognition software. Unfortunately his last
recommendation was surgery, but couldn't really say that it would produce
improvement. He encouraged me to get another opinion, which brings me to the
second recommendation.
The RSI find a doc list mentioned Keith Segalman a couple of times (at the
Ray Curtis Hand Clinic at Union Memorial hospital in Baltimore). At least
one other doctor in his practice, Greater Chesapeake Hand Specialists, was
also mentioned, and my boss saw yet another doctor there for reconstructive
work.
I saw Dr. Segalman (410-296-6232) the Monday before Christmas and kicked
myself the rest of the day that I hadn't gone to him when I first found the
RSI find a doc list last summer. He doesn't particularly have the answer,
but he did provide a whole lot more explanation of what's happening in my
arm/wrist skeletal structure than anyone to date - and I've been dealing
with doctors with increasing frequency for almost two years. And - - duh!
- - the first thing he wanted done was a very extensive blood work up to
make sure that it's not something systemic causing the problem, such as Lyme
Disease or Lupus. He also didn't hold out any false hope; a systemic problem
was a long shot, but the alternative is at least one surgery.
Another patient adds: "At the recommendation of one of my
doctors, I went to see Dr. Edward Bieber. I was told to arrive 15
minutes before the appointment and did. Once I was escorted into a
patient examination room, I waited a full half hour beyond the
appointment time. He made no apology for his tardiness. I had a 2 - 3
minute session with him. (It was a follow-up to a longer initial
appointment that lasted perhaps 7 minutes.) Before he examined me, an
unidentified assistant talked to me. I do not know whether she was a
nurse, a medical technician, or someone with no medical training. I do
not know the purpose of my conversation with her or what, if anything,
she conveyed to the doctor.
I do not know whether I received adequate treatment for my problem or
not, but will probably look for another physician when I think I need a
third visit." See this explanation
regarding negative comments found on this site.
Patient Recommendation
Dr. Steve Silverston, , Normandy Business Center, 8492 Baltimore National
Pike, Ellicott City, MD 21043, 410 461-3435.
He helped me tremendously while I was recuperating from a broken finger
and still had to perform at the computer. Using accupressure, trigger
point therapy, manipulation , ultrasound, water therapy and exercise, he
helped restore my hand to normal functioning. He's a great chiropractor.
Patient Recommendation
Here are some referrals you may want to check out in the Baltimore area.
1. Dr. Lee Dellon is an ulnar nerve specialist at Johns Hopkins in
Baltimore. My sister and a friend of mine from the west coast has seen him
and was very impressed. He can be reached at (410)832-7600. Dr. Dellon
has also authored articles with Dr. Susan Mackinnon, a renowned RSI
specialist at the Washington Univeristy School of Medicine in St. Louis,
Missouri.
2. Raymond M. Curtis Hand Center at the Union Memorial Hospital in
Luthersville, Maryland. A friend of mine from the west coast saw Dr.
Gaylord Clark and was very impressed with him.
Congress recently designated the Union Memorial facility as the National
Center for the Treatment of the Hand and Upper Extremity and awarded its
administrators a $1.2 million federal grant. Dr. E. F. Shaw Wilgis is the
director. There was an excellent write up in the July 1995 Towson Times in
the Health section authored by Lisa De Nike.
3. Dr. Scott Brown, the former director of Loma Linda Physical Medicine
and Rehabilitation in Loma Linda, California just moved over to Baltimore
to work at Sinai Rehab Center. He personally recommended I go see Dr.
JienSupKim at LLPMR because he trained him. He can be reached at
(410)578-5597. I was very impressed with Dr. Kim. Dr. Brown also took the
time to listen to my patient history over the phone before he gave me a
recommendation.
AOEC Member
Johns Hopkins University
Center for Occupational and Environmental Health
5501 Hopkins Bayview Circle Clinic Founded 1978
Baltimore, Maryland 21224
AOEC Contact: Edward J. Bernacki, MD, MPH
410-550-2322 FAX 410-550-3355
AOEC Member
Occupational Health Project
University of Maryland School of Medicine
Div. of General Internal Medicine/University of Maryland
405 West Redwood Street Clinic Founded 1978
Baltimore, Maryland 21201
AOEC Contact: James Keogh, MD
410-706-7464 FAX 410-706-4078
Janie Gordon, ScM
e-mail OHP@MEDOCCMED.ab.umd.edu
Kate McPhaul, Registered Nurse, MPH
For new referrals call Kate McPhaul at 410-706-7464
Bonnie Prudden Myotherapist
Jan Stoughton,
Myotherapy Pain Control Center
20101 Darlington Dr.
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
301-258-0205
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Contact Howard Rontal, Certified Hellerwork Practitioner, in Germantown, MD.
He has extensive experience working with RSI's and working on the arms, neck
and shoulders. You can reach him at 240-686-1073 or
howard-rontal@hotmail.com. He has over 20 years experience.
All the best, Sharon Butler
Patient Recommendation
I've been in the computer industry for 20+ years and began developing hand/wrist problems about 4 years ago. I was diagnosed with severe tendonitis. I've had nerve conduction studies and they were negative. No one could seem to help me and my right hand for the most part "locked up" and I was in severe pain. I haven't heard any real success stories on surgery and the fact that you lose the use of your hands for weeks after surgery was not especially attractive to me (especially as a consultant). I began to see an acupuncturist in Maryland. After the first treatment, I left his office pain free. Initially, the pain only went away for about a day and returned, but not as bad. After subsequent treatments, the length of time the pain was gone increased. I continued treatment for approximately 3 months until I was pain free. I return to him about once a year and haven't had any problems. Recently, my left hand began to experience the same symptoms. I went to see him and treatment is beginning on my left hand. My first visit was promising as I left his office able to move my wrist without serious pain. I highly recommend Dr. Daohe Fang in Severna Park. His phone number is 410-518-6368. Credentials: Diplomate of National Commission for the Certification of Acupuncturist. Assistant Professor in Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Clinic Instructor of MD Acupuncture School. He is an M.D. in China.
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" I found a link that sounds hopeful for anyone in the NC area. Duke
university (google musculo-skeletal disorders) have MDs who actually
believe RSI exists.
Imagine that. I have not talked to the specialist in this area yet, but
one of the doctors in his department said yes, they realize something is
going on even when there is nothing on the xrays or mris.
Makes me feel a little less nuts. "
http://www.dukehealth.org/physicians
Bonnie Prudden Myotherapist
Kathleen McDonald-Waddell R.N.
Partners In Health Family Clinic
P.O. Box 1226
Aberdeen, N.C. 28315
910 944 7777
Dr. Brad Batchelor Chiropractor
483 Hwy 105 Ext.
Boone, N.C. 28607
704 264 0140
fax 704 262 1182
e-mail drbatch007@appstate.campus.mci.net
Doctor Batchelor practices in the Mountains of N.C.
and cares for hundreds of people using the latest methods
available. Dr. Batchelor cares for many R.S.I. patients especially
carpal tunnel. Dr. B utilizes the new Malley Exposer, a device used
to measure alignment of the wrist bones (carpals) for alignment
and their potential to place pressure on the nerves of the wrist.
complete rehab., carpal manipulation and therapy is available with
excellent results.
Patient Recommendation
Deb Lindsay, Occupational Therapist, Registered/Licensed Occupational Therapist, CHT
Pro Active Therapy
218 Ashville Ave., Suite 20
Cary, NC
919-851-9199
This O/T did deep tissue massage on me, which helped. She explained
a lot about posture, movement, force, thinking about ways to do tasks
differently. She didn't dislike the Pascarelli book.
Patient Recommendation
I was seen by Dr. Bevins at the UNC Hand Rehabilitation Center, Chapel Hill,
North Carolina, 919-966-1056. Thomas Gilliam, an upper extremity specialist
at the Hand Center, did most of the testing on my hands, made suggestions of
ways I could improve how I work, etc. Both were very professional and good,
IMO.
2002 - I've been informed Dr. Bevins has retired. PMx
Patient Recommendation
there is a new department of Physical Medicine and Rehab at UNC Hospitals
in Chapel Hill, NC. The Head of the department if Dr. Michael Lee. His
is my physiatrist (and my husband's!). His office number is 919-966-8812.
Good luck!
Patient Recommendation
Rochelle Rodriguez, Registered/Licensed Occupational Therapist, CHT
Carolina Hand and Occupational Therapy
1777 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd, Ste. 204
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
(919) 933-6255
(919) 967-6932 FAX
Patient Recommendation
Dr. Sam Moon
Division of Environmental and Occupational Medicine
Duke University Medical Center
Box 2914
Durham, NC 27710
(919) 286-3232
(919) 286-1021 FAX
Chris Martin - Secretary
Office: Erwin Square, Suite 700 (2200 W. Main St.)
A different patient Comments about Dr. Sam Moon: (see this note regarding
unfavorable reviews of practitioners, please . . . .)
I saw Dr. Sam Moon once in the fall of 2003. He gave me a detailed
examination for about 2 hours, and told me his results. Though the
examination was thorough, the consultation was very expensive and I
didn't feel I learned anything that I could not have learned
online. He also didn't put me on any specific course of treatment,
only referring me to an Occupational Therapist. He was fairly negative
about the massage therapy I was doing, and I got the strong impression
he would not have recommended this on his own. It seems that massage
therapy, though very effective in treating RSI, is not generally
recognized as a legitimate treatment. For example, it is not generally
covered by insurance plans. I told him all the things I was doing to
treat myself, and he had little to add to that.
I think that most doctors don't know enough about RSI to be worth the
cost, and in any case the practice of modern Western medicine is more
oriented towards drugs and surgery than something like RSI. In this
case, Dr. Moon is a highly qualified expert in the field of
Occupational Medicine, and clearly knows a great deal about RSI, but I
still did not find him very useful.
I feel that an RSI sufferer would be better off with someone like a
good massage therapist, who would be able to give them more attention
at less cost. A good starting point for learning aout RSI is the
internet and particularly the Sorehand mailing list
(http://www.ucsf.edu/sorehand/).
Patient Recommendation
Contact Information: Sandra Barber, Heartfelt Touch, Northgate Mall Durham, NC Tel: (336)-364-1448 Email: sandy@heartfelttouch.net Web Site: http://heartfelttouch.net
I'm writing this recommendation for Sandra Barber, a massage therapist
who works out of her office in Northgate Mall in Durham.
I developed RSI symptoms in the hands and shoulders in the early
summer of 2003 brought on by computer overuse and poor posture. After
several months of worsening symptoms, I was referred to Ms. Barber by
one of her patients.
I started going to Ms. Barber for 1/2 hr. sessions from 2nd October
2003. For a while, I was going twice a week. With an improvement in my
condition, I reduced this to once a week from the 23rd of December. I
am currently (May 2004) going around once a fortnight.
While my symptoms have not disappeared, they are much less than they
were when I started going to Ms. Barber, and I must credit her with
much of the improvement in my condition. Despite what some doctors say
about it, I believe that massage therapy is valuable in the treatment
of RSI, if you can find a capable practitioner.
The other measures I have taken are stretching exercises, partly based
on Sharon Butler's book "Conquering Carpal Tunnel Syndrome",
improvements in workstation setup, and yoga.
Ms. Barber is an experienced and competent massage therapist, and has
a good understanding of muscular structure. She has been very helpful
in making suggestions about exercises to do, tips on proper posture
etc., and is generally willing to take the time to talk and answer
questions.
Her fees are reasonable, currently at $33 for 1/2 hr, $55 for 1 hr.
Patient Recommendation
Mary B. Cochran, Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner
Somatic Learning Center
3021 Essex Circle, Building B
Raleigh, NC 27608
(919) 782-6931
Mary has been certified by the Feldenkrais Guild
since 1986. Both her Functional Integration and
Awareness Through Movement classes have helped
me a great deal.
MSM Appendix B
Dr. David Goode
3000 Bethesda Place, Suite 102
Winston-Salem, NC 27103-3323
(919) 760-0120
