PNBC CORE

core testimonials

It’s been almost a year since I first started treatment with PNBC.  For the last 4 months I have been an active participant in the CORE program.  Not a day goes by that I don’t think of my condition a year ago.  Conversely, not a day goes by that I don’t feel grateful for coming to PNBC.  After numerous back surgeries, which left me weaker and prone to additional injuries, I can honestly say that PNBC has done what no one else could... I feel whole again!  THANK YOU!! Doug B.

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At age 41, I completed physical therapy at PNBC (Physicians Neck and Back Clinics) in September 2004. At the end of my program I had asked if there would be a program that would be similar to the one I had just completed. I found out there was one in the developing stages, and in November, the CORE program had started. The problem was, the program was going to start in the Woodbury office and I live in Anoka. This would be approximate commute of 45 minutes one-way. I talked to my wife and she was supportive of giving this new program a try. I joined the CORE program in November. Since my enrollment, I have increased strength in both, my low back, and neck area. This strength has allowed me to do things I was once apprehensive and unable to do. My wife has commented several times on my increased activity with my 2 and 4 year old daughters. I am able to handle the many odd jobs necessary around the house. I am participating in an indoor soccer league at the National Sports Center and floor hockey at an open gym. I am starting my third month of the CORE program and have found the sacrifice of the 40-minute workout has benefited my life in many different ways.

I believe strongly in the CORE program. I have minor problems with soreness and a much quicker recovery rate, this in spite of having undergone back surgery and having a bulged disc in my neck. The great thing about the CORE program is the results are long lasting for my back and my overall health. Raleigh P.

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Getting my back and neck strong was hard work, but it gave me a quality of life I hadn’t enjoyed in years. Staying strong was going to be more challenging, though. To succeed, I needed encouragement and accountability. CORE has provided that and much more.

The caring, personalized help I get at the CORE is exactly what I need to stay motivated and keep going. The staff is terrific! They monitor my progress, and work with me to maintain and increase my strength safely. CORE has been the perfect way to protect what I’ve worked so hard to achieve. You guys are wonderful- thanks so much! Kathy W.

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What a blessing the CORE program has been! After seeing impressive improvement in my back pain during therapy, I was concerned about maintaining that progress. CORE has allowed me to not only maintain that progress, but has allowed continued improvement and given me the chance to further my gains.

CORE offers specifically tailored machines for strengthening neck and backs. The flexible hours, personal attention, caring, and knowledgeable staff have been an extra bonus. Nancy T

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Last summer, I joined a local fitness center hoping to maintain and increase the strength and flexibility I had achieved earlier through the PNBC basic treatment program.  Unsuccessful in my efforts at the health club, I returned to PNBC in the fall to regain what I had lost.  It was then that I learned about the new CORE program starting up in Woodbury, and I immediately signed up.  For me, a woman in her mid-sixties, the CORE is “the ticket” to a more functional and enjoyable lifestyle.  My thanks to PNBC for offering this worthwhile program. Mary Lou O.

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I have been living with back pain for 17 years.  I have degenerative disc disease.  My back has progressively gotten worse.  I have tried to get relief from, chiropractors, physical therapy, a spinal rehab clinic, disco-grams, cauterizing my pain indicators and nothing really helped.  I tried PNBC about 5 years ago and did see some improvement, but did not keep up with my home program.  Then I tried the program again, and joined the CORE Spinal Fitness Program.  This is the strongest and least amount of pain I have had in years.  I was doing all the above to avoid surgery for as long as I could.  I will not have surgery now.  I really enjoy having me decide what I can do and not my back. Mary J.

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I have over 30 years of experience in the Ortho as an OPA-C.  I have belonged to the YMCA and Lifetime.  This program takes little time, with outstanding results.  My wife has a similar experience, keep up the good work!  Doug F. OPA-C, Clinic Administrator at Capital Ortho

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I had been plagued with lower back pain off and on for the last 20 years which had limited many of my activities, and caused many weeks of missed work time.  I had tried many different doctors, and physical therapists through the years and it wasn’t until I entered PNBC and later the CORE program, that I started to have lasting relief from the chronic pain.  I credit the expertise of the PNBC staff, facility, and the follow-up preventative-care education for keeping me free of back pain.  Jon H.

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I was injured with a protruding disc causing intense pain in my lower back and right leg.  My doctor suggested surgery.  For two months I lived in a wall of pain, until a friend suggested PNBC.  From the first visit, I noticed a significant reduction in pain.  The doctor and therapists gave me hope and encouragement.  After 3 months in therapy my pain was almost completely gone.  Thank you, you gave me back my life.  Now in the CORE I can sit, run, bike, and work with no pain.  Dan F.

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The CORE is the best thing that ever happened to me.  I’m sleeping a lot better too!

Thank you, I feel confident with the therapists working with me on the machines than any other health club we have been with.  Since January 1st I have lost 15 pounds! Anita B.

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For years I got headaches caused by neck problems.  A couple of months ago I joined the CORE fitness program and –NO MORE HEADACHES!  I sing the praises of this program to everyone.  Thanks you PNBC. Kathy T.

CORE GOLF TESTIMONIALS

The Core was an enormous help during my rehab after back surgery a few years ago. It is even more helpful now as it helps to reduce back pain, strengthens my core, and keeps me flexible enough to remain competitive. All golfers want to hit the ball farther and The Core not only helps with that, but, also will keep you healthy enough to enjoy golf into your later years.

Buddy A

Men's Golf Coach