Lower Extremity Pain/Numbness
I first saw Dr. Schnelle because several doctors predicted future hip problems resulting from a slight leg length discrepancy. I wasn’t expecting any day-to-day “comfort” improvements, so those were all pleasant surprises. In my initial exam, Dr. Schnelle identified quite a few issues that I had but didn’t consider – tension headaches, aches/tension in the middle back, trapezious tension, upper right thigh pulled/sharp pain, and infrequent signs of possible knee issues developing. It’s curious how much you can ignore!
Previous treatments I have received include surgery, an ankle brace, orthotics, and yoga, which were helpful. I never resorted to any medication use.
After undergoing the serious of chiropractic adjustments, my tension headaches are less frequent; the trapezious tension, thigh, and knee problems have gone away; and my middle back aches/tension is greatly diminished. My posture is hugely improved – I’d begun to notice my shoulders beginning to round forward in a dowager’s hump. My hips feel a lot looser, and several of my yoga stretches are noticeably easier.
I would recommend Dr. Schnelle to others for care.
Margaret P.
April 2011
When I first saw Dr. Schnelle I had knee pain, neck pain, upper back pain and lower back pain. I had been dealing with the pain for 6 months to 1 year. Before coming to Choice Chiropractic & Wellness Center I tried massage, acupuncture and had received one adjustment from another chiropractor, but none of it helped or it only provided temporary relief.
Since starting care, I have received excellent improvement in my conditions. I particularly like that my care is very educational and that I am given the tools to know what I can do at home to help with my improvement. I don’t care for the ice therapy, it’s really cold, but I know it was necessary as part of my treatment.
The staff at Choice Chiropractic & Wellness Center is great. Jessica is wonderful and Dr. Schnelle is very thorough and consistent. I trust Dr. Schnelle to give me the proper treatment for my problems.
April W.
April 2010
When I first saw Dr. Schnelle I was suffering with on and off severe hip pain for several years, which continued to worsen noticeably. I previously went to a physical therapist for the severe hip pain and was informed that my hips and spine were misaligned. I had x-rays taken, blood work, and brief physical therapy. The x-rays and blood work showed that there was no structural damage to my hips and no infections. My friends and family had told me how effective chiropractic is, and so I decided to try it other than physical therapy.
I am treated amazingly well by the staff at Choice Chiropractic and Wellness Center. They work to fit around my schedule and always put 110% effort into my care. My favorite part about my care is the education I receive. Dr. Schnelle teaches you while you are being treated. Most importantly, my symptoms quickly began to improve! The only thing that I don’t like is having to commute from Fort Collins, where I attend CSU, but it has been worth it for the care I have received.
Since beginning care, my hip pain has lessened dramatically. When it does flare up, I now know great stretches that help relieve the pain. Dr. Schnelle is an awesome and enthusiastic doctor who is dedicated to his patients.
Maggie E.
November 2009
I have always been an active person, water skiing/wake boarding, snow skiing, golf, bowling, volleyball, dancing, jogging, lifting weights. Between 1995 and 2000 I had severe lower back and sacroiliac leg pain. This condition severely limited my activities. Several MRIs indicated I had a herniated and degenerated disk. I went through physical therapy, cortisone shots, medical drugs and several chiropractors with no pain relief for this 5 year period.
I finally succumbed to partial removal of the herniated disk in 2001. Felt great and returned to my very active life style pain free. Unfortunately I did not maintain physical therapy or chiropractic services.
In October 2008 the same pain returned. Very concerned about surgery, I decided to receive help from Dr. Schnelle. Dr. Schnelle was very concerned upon review of my condition and x-rays.
I consider myself very lucky to find Dr. Schnelle. He uses focused treatments methods which at first I was concerned would not help me. However, in less than 90 days I became completely pain free.
He has even taken the time to identify and improve my neck condition which was injured by me falling backward and hitting my neck on a stair step.
Dr. Schnelle is a very knowledgeable chiropractor, extremely understanding and always concerned about treating/improving his patient’s condition. His services are extremely professional with no discomfort. He is constantly educating his patients on how to keep their bodies in top shape.
I am very happy with his services and back to my active lifestyle pain free again. I plan to stay on regular maintenance services with the good doctor.
I would and do recommend Dr. Schnelle to friends/family for anything from back pain, ear infections, acne and general health improvement.
I will always remember his story about his grandmother.
Thanks Dr. Schnelle for all you do.
Darrell S.
May 2009
When I first saw Dr. Schnelle I had low back and SI joint pain on the right side with radiation into my right buttock. It was constant and dull. I was experiencing the pain for 10 weeks and it was getting worse. I also had neck stiffness that I have had since adolescence.
I hadn’t sought any treatment for the pain before seeing Dr. Schnelle, though I was self medicating with Ibuprofen. It helped to cover the pain but it was only temporarily.
The staff at Choice Chiropractic & Wellness Center always treated me cordially and with respect.
What I liked most about my care was the improvement of my condition. There were no negatives about the care I received with Dr. Schnelle.
I have had great results and positive improvement while under treatment and I would enthusiastically recommend Dr. Schnelle to others.
Ralph T.
May 2009
When I first came in to see Dr. Schnelle in July of 2008, I had a severe stabbing pain starting at my left buttock and shooting all the way down my left leg and into my foot. This caused numbness in my calf, ankle, and foot. I had also lost strength in my ankle, causing me to limp. All of this was accompanied by lower back pain. I couldn’t walk over 50 yards without having to stop to rest and stretch my back.
I have had lower back pain almost all my life. I would get a manipulation and feel better for six months to a year, and then my back would go out again. This last episode started in June of 2008. I had been seeing an osteopath for 20+ years for manipulations, but when this latest episode flared up I didn’t feel he was doing what I needed to have done. He had performed manipulation, acupuncture, and, finally, when the pain got too bad, he would give me medication. Nothing seemed to be helping. My wife, Laura, had been going to see Dr. Schnelle for treatment, and recommended that I come in to see him.
I have been treated with nothing but kindness and respect by the staff at Choice Chiropractic and Wellness Center. Dr. Schnelle doesn’t rush his patients in and out of the office. He is very prompt for my scheduled appointments, and often spends much more time and effort than another doctor would. The thing I least enjoyed about my care is if you do something he told you not to do for your own good, he will strongly advise you about the consequences of your actions- like riding my motorcycle.
I was suffering with a bulging disk and on a scale of one to ten; I was at a 10 for the pain. Right now, I am at a 1. Dr. Schnelle got to the root cause of my pain and treated me accordingly, possibly preventing surgery in the future. He does not do any guess work, which I really appreciate. It turned out that I have moderate to severe degeneration in my spine that was never diagnosed before. He has tirelessly adjusted and advised me on stretching, exercises, and lifting. He has recommended plywood in between my mattress and box spring. He has also recommended an inversion table, which is something I feel is a great help.
I would recommend Dr. Schnelle to anyone who is in pain, and definitely before they would ever consider having surgery.
Mitch B.
February 2009
When I first came in to see Dr. Schnelle I was experiencing knee swelling and pain. It limited the time in which I was able to stand, walk, climb stairs, and exercise. I had suffered for about three years with steadily increased discomfort. Previously, I had used treatment such as physical therapy, taking Advil, resting, and compression accompanied with ice which helped temporarily. I was told by my MD that nothing more could be done and that surgery was needed.
I was treated very nicely by the staff at Choice Chiropractic and Wellness Center! I was adjusted to treat spinal/vertebral and knee misalignment. I also did physical therapies involving ice, heat, and electrical stimulation. The main part I enjoyed about my care was the gradual improvement in my knees. I would have to say that icing was my least favorite part.
From my treatment at Choice Chiropractic and Wellness Center, the swelling has greatly diminished in my knees, and I am able to increase my walking distance. There has been a noticeable gain in my left leg strength and use. I have also had less bowing in both of my legs, an increase in my neck range of motion, and improved posture. I was skeptical at first, but chiropractic has really helped me and I am pleasantly surprised. I now know that surgery is not the only option.
When I recommend others to Dr. Schnelle I will tell them that treatment helps by properly aligning the skeleton. This will allow reduced pain and increased capabilities. I would also encourage them to try chiropractic before ever undergoing surgery.
Marilyn M.
January 2009
I first came to see Dr. Schnelle because I was having numbness in my left heel since before the end of last year. Anytime I would sit down even for a couple of minutes, my left foot would go numb. Dr Schnelle took a very detailed health history and also recommended x-rays of my back. I have had problems off and on for years and have also seen another chiropractor, but have never had anyone ever suggest x-rays. Even though I didn’t really know what I was looking for I could see that something was not quite right with my x-rays. Dr. Schnelle diagnosed scoliosis in my lower spine. We started with adjustments 3 times a week and then went to twice a week. I have days now where I have no numbness in my foot, so together with the adjustments at the office and exercises that I am doing at home I am looking forward to having more and more improvement.
Monica S.
May 2007
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