Avoiding back surgeries with Dr. Erickson's help!

I have a condition known as spinal stenosis.  Dr. Erickson also diagnosed me with degenerative disc disease.  The combination of these two problems causes pain in all areas of the spine.  My problems began in 1998, and I was led to believe (by an orthopedic surgeon) that a spinal fusion surgery was in my future. 

I had physical therapy, steroid epidurals, two lumbar laminectomies and was working with a personal trainer to strengthen core muscles.

My orthopedic surgeon then referred me to Dr. Erickson.  He informed me that surgery would not help but actually make my condition worse.

Dr. Erickson took x-rays and reviewed them along with copies of the MRI report.  He gave me a more complete report and showed me the problem areas of my spine.  He also used electrical muscle stimulation and mechanical traction.  He provided stretches and ball exercises to stretch my spine.

Since beginning treatment with Dr. Erickson, my neck and shoulder pain have greatly improved.  Dr. Erickson and his staff are very encouraging, friendly and understanding.  Dr. Erickson has helped me to understand the situation with my spine better than any doctor I have had.  He has shown me things I can do to help and with his help, I believe I can avoid more back surgeries.

Dean E....