Southside Pain Relief Center

Kathy Rutkowsk 

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5 years ago

I had terrible pain running down both of my legs. My orthopedic doctor said to see a neurologist. I was very grateful that Dr Shanele McGowan M.D.had an office in OakLawn and an appointment to see her. She is very professional and listened to my issues. I had an MRI and I had epidural shots in my back given by Dr McGowan. I have had back issues for years. But pain running down both my legs was new. It was very painful and annoying. My sleep was disturbed almost every night with pain. I am now pain free with no pain running d... read more

Donna Laru 

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7 years ago

I've had problems since Day One. After my first appointment, it was taking longer for the pharmacy to get the pain patch as described, although to be fair, they did tell me here that it usually takes the pharmacy a couple days to get it. At the first appointment, they also prescribed a lesser pain prescription for "breakthrough" pain and was told only to take for breakthrough pain. I called my primary care physician, who had been prescribing pain meds, for help, and she prescribed a few pills to get me through til the pharma... read more

Mary Beth 

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8 years ago

PRP-- I have been treated for left knee pain for 2 years with gel shots. Was very happy with the pain relief, and returned for the continued treatment every 6 months. Decided after 2 years to try PRP--platelet rich plasma procedure, for possible longer lasting effects. Heard good things about this. Slowly noticed more and more strength and comfort on movement. It has been 4 months now and I am moving better than I have in years. I have absolutely no pain and the knee feels stable. The procedure is so simple and quick. One tu... read more