I am a Disabled Veteran who incurred injuries while serving on active duty in the 80's. Age and degeneration, along with an increase in pain led me on an urgent search for a chiropractor that accepts Medicare, carried a style of theraputic pillow I was looking for (this will be the last pillow I sleep on), and practices hands-on "old school" chiropractic that I am accustomed to, along with modern day techniques.
I hit "pay dirt" with Harvard Square Chiropractic on all accounts!!
Dr. Doody identified 7 musculoskeletal conditions that went undetected by other providers. I had active trigger points on my upper back, mid back, hips, and buttocks that produced pain elsewhere. I had pain that started in my hips, shot down my leg, and culminated with burning on the tops of my feet and around my ankles. The culprit is lumbosacral radiculitis that was previously diagnosed as sciatica and trochanteric bursitis. Lumbosacral radiculitis prevented me from sleeping on my sides, and as a "side-sleeper" this condition increased the level of pain from lack of sleep.
Dr. Doody found the "root cause" of my pain and treated its origin. He accurately diagnosed the 7 conditions by listening intently to my complaints, read my recent radiology reports, and conducted a hands-on exam.
I was surprised at his gentleness throughout the exam; he did not have a need to apply unnecessary pressure to painful areas or extend my legs to their breaking point. I was successfully treated with trigger point therapy, spinal manipulations, and manual therapy.
I began message therapy with Susan to enhance the work Dr. Doody was doing. I turned to Sara because I was in between acupuncturists. I could "write for days" about the ways in which Dr. Doody, Susan, and Sara have enriched the current quality of life I am fortunate to have. They are skilled professionals, experts in musculoskeletal disorders. I am able to get dressed, put on shoes and socks, and tie my shoes without screaming in pain. I am able to walk for exercise and pain relief without stopping to rest. I am currently walking a 25-30 minute mile with the assistance of a cane; I forget I have osteoarthritis in my knees, hips, and back on a good day. It just doesn't get any better than this!
I strongly recommend Harvard Square Chiropractic. The office is managed by Tricia, one of the most efficient and knowledgeable office managers I have had the pleasure of working with. All I have to do is "show up and relax" because the nightmare of dealing with insurance companies is in her hands.
Harvard Square Chiropractic continues to be my wellness center even though the initial pain I went in for is under control. I do not want to lose the ground that has been gained and have to start over from the beginning if these injuries "flare-up" again.