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"Fibromyalgia is bad, but with (Marnie's) help it can be maintained to an extent- tolerable. What's not to like about someone who can help you?" Sharon. Fibromyalgia-Chronic Pain

"I would love for other women to know that this kind of care is available for their pain. Each visit worked towards reducing the pain until I was no longer having it. What a joy to know this didn't require surgery.  Anita. Pelvic Pain

"After a few weeks of therapy and training my pain levels began to greatly improve! ...Understanding the frustration and needs of her patients makes Marnie a number one PT in her field of expertise. I am forever thankful for her." Angela Pelvic Pain-IC

"It helped to talk to someone who really understood that the pain and soreness I had was real and there was a reason for it. For the first time I really understood what was causing it and there was something I could do about it." Karen. Pelvic Pain-IC

"When you think that the therapy is too simple or easy is when it is working the most. Shannon. Neck-Dizziness

"Go before you get really bad and then relief happens sooner." Tim.  Back Pain

"Until I began therapy with Marnie, I did not fully understand my condition(s) and what to do to improve it. She not only provided me with a caring environment for treatment, but provided me knowledge and information to be able to try to work on issues at home."  Dawn.  Pelvic Pain

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*Osteoporosis : Did you know?

October 20th, 2010 is World Osteoporosis Day

Did you know:

 

  • Up to 44 million Americans are affected by osteoporosis
  • 34 million have osteopenia which is low bone density and therefore at risk for osteoporosis
  • Osteoporosis increases the risk of a bone fracture, especially in the bones of the back, hip and wrist
  • Early diagnosis and treatment helps prevent fractures
  • See your health care provider to get your bone density tested and determine the best course of action
  • Weight bearing exercises such as walking are important ways to improve bone strength

 

Check out www.nof.org for more info and tips on osteoporosis



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DateFriday, October 15, 2010 at 11:50AM

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