Testimonials
Having sustained a right shoulder injury in Oct 2006, I was in extreme pain and could not lift my right arm higher than my shoulder. I went to see an orthopedic surgeon, who found that my rotator cuff had been seriously torn in a fall ten years prior. The tear was so old that it was inoperable, therefore he prescribed physical therapy. I did some research and was given Sylvia’s name and my treatment started immediately. The improvement started almost immediately and I am now not only able to lift objects over my head but also to fully use my arm. This was done with physical therapy and a series of muscle exercises which I do to this day.
Unfortunately, in Feb 2008 I once again fell, this time injuring my left shoulder. The same surgeon, same inoperable situation and back to Sylvia I went. Once again, she got me back to using my shoulders in a normal and pain free fashion. Words can not describe how thankful I am for Sylvia’s skills and abilities. SHE IS AMAZING!!
A Williams
Clearwater Beach, FL
Dr. Chen diagnosed me with a herniated disc in my neck. It was very painful. He did a series of injections which did help, but there was still some swelling and pain. He sent me for physical therapy to Sylvia. She started massage, ice compress, exercise and ultrasound. I had been in so much pain that I could not stand to put my blouse on without help. Sylvia is good at what she does, I’m so much better.
Ingrid Grybash
I have severe spinal stenosis, which impacts my quality of life. I am an active 82 year old woman who otherwise is quite healthy. I’ve tried almost every non-surgical intervention, with no long-lasting positive effects. I am a Hospice volunteer, something from which I derive much pleasure and comfort. The pain I was experiencing precluded my volunteering there on a regular basis, which was most upsetting. My pain management specialist has seen my condition worsen through the years and has been trying different procedures to bring me relief. At an appointment several months ago, he suggested physical therapy. I was hopeful but skeptical, not having found substantial relief from such therapy or more aggressive means in the past. Willing to try anything, I went to Sylvia. We clicked from day one, and she knew my goal was to be able to be more comfortable and return to Hospice on a regular basis. We worked hard, keeping that goal in mind. Sylvia always made me think it would be possible. Her expertise with my particular problem and her “golden hands” has brought me relief and I am happy to say, I am back at Hospice. She quickly assessed my fears and my abilities-made me see them- and pushed just a little beyond my comfort zone. She knew how to handle me psychologically, as well as physically, and I truly don’t know where I’d be today without her.
Jean Malkin
Clearwater, Florida
Thanks so much for your therapy sessions during the first 3 months of 2010. When I started, I could hardly lift anything with my right arm. But your therapy has corrected that condition and I can play golf again with no pain!
K E Penny
Largo, Florida
I was recommended to see Sylvia for physical therapy from my Pain Management Doctor, Dr. Brown. She was very excited that I lived near Sylvia’s office so they could work together in my treatment.
I have bulging and herniated disks in my neck, through Dr. Brown’s injections and Sylvia’s physical therapy I am leading a more productive lifestyle with less pain. With Sylvia I had exercises, massage, cervical traction and ultrasound therapy. She also gave me simple stretches and posture changes that relieved a considerable amount of the pain.
When you live with chronic pain, you don’t realize the little things you start giving up in life. Although I am not 100% back to health and have been released from their care I still try to incorporate what Sylvia has taught me and it has increased my quality of life.
Thank you Sylvia for providing a caring and professional environment for our community. The one on one treatment that you provide is extraordinary. The health care industry needs more people like you!
VR Seminole, FL
