“I went from being in a wheelchair with a broken femur, to walking without a walker or a cane within 4 weeks work of visits. I can now walk around the house and get what I want without assistance. I can also shower, eat and do whatever I want without any difficulty.”
“For the first time in over 20 years, I have no back pain. Before I came here it was a constant pain. Now I only have discomfort unless I lift something heavy or stand too long of a period of time. But the constant pain is no longer there, I can walk a little further and stand better longer.”
“I have improved my core muscles which have helped in decreasing pain associated with bulging discs in my lower back. Being able to bend and lift and walk without pain I was having four weeks ago is a blessing. I have strength in my legs and hips to help with walking and lifting which is a wonderful thing in dealing with the back pain. I am so glad to learn exercises to do at home.”
“When I started I was in constant pain, I couldn't stand the pain when certain areas of my neck, shoulder, shoulder blade and arm were touched. My shoulder and neck had tight knots in them, I was having extreme difficulty sleeping. (couldn't find a comfortable position) It was difficult to raise my arm to wash and dry my hair. Household chores became increasingly difficult. Even driving and sitting in a straight back chair became very painful. Today I am pain free and I can do it all. Beginning to function as I did before my problem started. I was given exercises to do at home, I was taught to take care and prevent future issues. If I do have issues in the future I wouldn't hesitate to come back.”
”I can stand for longer than 10 minutes, straighten my knee all the way without any pain, squat down and I can put all my weight on my left leg.”
”I can go to Walmart for extended periods of time (2 hours) by myself. Able to drive myself anywhere I want to go. I am able to spend time with my grandkids, keep them all by myself at my house. I can go to church and Sunday school and participate with the rest of the congregation sitting and standing. I have little pain, only when I am on the go a lot. Life is more normal for me, not dependent on others.”
“When I started therapy, I was unable to walk and in a wheelchair due to multiple lower extremity injuries I got from a severe car wreck. I am now able to walk without assistance back at work.”
“I could not walk without a walker when I first come in. I had significant pain and very little bend to my knee. Now I can walk great, NO PAIN, and able to bend it to 120º.”
“I am now able to walk without a walker, get on my tractor and I have little to no pain!!”
“When I first started physical therapy my back bothered me so I couldn’t walk or stand without hurting. After many weeks of physical therapy, I have minimum pain in my back. I can now enjoy my walks in the afternoon and my daily activities.”
“I can raise my left arm a lot more. I can almost wash my hair with both hands (if I bend my head to the left a bit). I can wear my wedding ring now.”
“When I first started I was on crutches and unable to do most things on my own. Now I am walking without crutches, I am able to bend my knee, and I can do daily chores without help. I am back at school whereas before I wasn’t able to go for 5 weeks because of my knee. I am now able to go hunting by myself again which is the most important part!”
“I am now able to walk better, go up stairs, squat and bend my knee 120 degrees.”
“When I first came to therapy I was just barely walking and hurting really bad. Couldn’t even do Walmart without hurting really bad. Now I can raise my arms. Before I could barely do housework or make my bed and I am now functional and able to do things. I have learned how to do exercises for when I do hurt and they make me feel so much better. I’m not limping like I was. Zan has really worked with me and she is my little miracle worker because I am a lot better.”
"Since beginning therapy for hip pain, I have better balance, circulation and have more support in my legs."
Ms. Diann came to Lonoke Physical Therapy following hip surgery. She is now able to get in bed without helping her leg, can walk a lot better long distances without swaying, is climbing stairs and standing for longer periods of time.
“When I first started, I had very little bend and when I did bend, it was painful and very weak. The exercises that Matt and his team designed to strengthen and give me flexibility was exactly what I needed. The right leg (the damaged one) feels stronger than the left (the good one). They say that healing has a lot to do with your environment. The positive and motivating environment inspired me to want to improve. Things like seeing my range of motion improve. Being able to see and feel the work that we were doing actually paying off. Having an injury at the age of 58 can cause your confidence to fail. Now I know that I can overcome this injury. I am grateful. Thanks Matt!”
“I'm able to get out of the recliner, walk down the hallway, put on my socks and shoes, do a little cooking and I'm in a better frame of mind. The team at ProMotion is excellent and helped me achieve my goal!”
“When I first started therapy, I was in a wheelchair and could not walk. They had to pick me up and take me out of the car to put me in the wheelchair. Now, I can walk with my walker on the porch, off the ramp, and put myself in the car and out of the car. I'm doing great!”
Ms. Lora has officially graduated from her physical therapy treatment with Cody. She is now able to walk from room to room without pain. She learned through her physical therapy experience that stretching is strengthening.
“I could barely walk with a walker when I came in and now I can walk completely on my own sometimes at home. I also have more flexibility in my ankles making it easier to walk. Lastly, I did get the feeling back in one of my legs.”
“I am able to walk without my walker, put on my socks/shoes and I am able to get in and out of the shower without help. Overall the pain is way better and I am confident in myself with my improving strength that I am not going to fall.”
”I am able to walk better, turn over in bed better, get in and out of bed easier, shower easier and stand for longer periods of time.“
“When I started I was in total pain in my leg. Now I can move it and bend it with very little pain. I have no pain when walking. I could not go up and down steps but now I can. I have no problem with my balance now before I had to hold on to something to go up and down stairs. All in all I'm very happy with what I have done.”
“My back and knee strength has improved where it doesn't hurt as bad, so I am able to walk short distances better than before. I can move furniture and I can get down on my knees to do housework, like scrubbing the shower and toilet. I feel good!”
“When I first came in after surgery it was like I had a paralyzed leg, and it freaked me out. Now, however, I can lift it with little assistance and there's obvious improvement in my leg strength. I can also bend it pretty good now so that's awesome as well. I still have to wait until week 6 of my recovery before I can walk, but I am increasingly confident I will be ready in regards to strength and flexibility! Thank you Lonoke Physical Therapy (and especially Tom!)”
“When I first came in a week ago I was experiencing back spasms and arthritic type back pain. This week the spasms are gone and my overall pain is much better. The flexibility overall in my body is better so I’m very pleased with the therapy at ProMotion. The staff is very accommodating!”
“When I first came in, I was scared and thought I was going to have surgery. But now I’m pain free!!! Thanks, Lonoke Physical Therapy.”
