Dr. Angela O'Brien, Dr. Liisa Hall, Dr. Andrew Hall Danvers, MA.

I first saw Dr. O'Brien in November, 1994 because I have had problems with my back for at least 12 years. Every time I would see my orthopedic doctor, he would tell me to rest, give me a prescription for painkillers and muscle relaxants and tell me to come back in 1 or 2 weeks to check me. This sometimes went on for months if my back was particularly bad. I would spend my days at home on the couch falling asleep from the medication.

I finally got tired of living like this. When my back started hurting again in October, 1994, I called the Dr. O'Brien and made an appointment. I was seen by Dr. Angela who explained to me what was happening in my back and how it was affecting the rest of my body.

They took x-rays and determined a course of care for me. For whatever reason, I did not stick with the corrective care plan and in March of 1995, I was back at the office in serious pain. This time, I could barely walk. Dr. Angela was wonderful, never saying a word about my neglecting her recommendations. She saw me 5 days a week, sometimes twice in one day if the pain was bad enough.

Needless to say, I stuck to the plan this time, never missing an appointment and always doing my exercises. This time, I got through my episode WITHOUT any drugs and I now feel great! I always do my exercises and stretches and I feel like I have control over my body. I feel healthier, stronger and more flexible than I have in years.

Thank you, you made an incredible difference in my life.

Sincerely,

Jeanne W.