Quote Originally Posted by OakLeaf View Post
Aw, Dogmama, hope you feel better soon!

May I suggest an osteopath trained in Sutherland's techniques? http://cranialacademy.org/search.html?Submit=Accept They realign the skeletal structure using gentle technique that's nothing like chiropractic. Unlike an orthopedic surgeon (or neurosurgeon, whichever one commonly works on spines in your area), they don't see the knife as the first or even the second line of treatment, but unlike a chiropractor, they're familiar with surgery and won't be shy about a surgical referral if that's what you really need.

Finding a Board-certified neuromusculoskeletal practitioner was what put me on the road to recovering from my injuries, and it was totally worth the long drive to the nearest one. I hope there's someone nearer you than to me.
OMG Oak - thank you so much! I clicked on your link & found a doctor TWO MILES AWAY from me! Since my PCP ordered me to see a Neuro, I'm going to do that first for my head. But DEFINITELY for my lower back - this sounds exactly like what I need. Usually my spine doc does an MRI, clucks a little & sends me to PT. And if PT doesn't work, it's the knife - not! I have stenosis, bone spurs, slipped disks, just generally a train wreck down there. That is the main reason I've always had to have bikes fitted to me and I ride a more upright position than most people.