Success in Hip Pain

I have always been athletic. Participating in sports all my life. I started participating in the sport of triathlon 3 years ago. During my training I frequently battled plantar fasciatis, IT band syndrome, hip pain, and an achy low back. I had weak ankles and they were always sore. I wore store bought orthotics but the problems still persisted. I always thought the aches and pains were normal, part of the training process. After all, I was having success at all distances, especially 70.3 races. I qualified for Clearwater 70.3 where I posted a time of 4.45. The run has always been my strength, but I was still having problems with IT band, heel, hip, and low back. Yes my whole body was miss-aligned. I paid several very expensive massage therapists to work out my aches and pains. This had only a band aide effect on my symptoms.

I recalled seeing Dr. Levine’s ad in Race Place magazine. I figured I had nothing to lose. I was skeptical because I had Doctor made orthotics in the past as well as store bought and nothing worked to my expectations. So I got a pair of orthotics several months ago from Dr. Levine. The orthotics are amazing and they work. Unlike other Dr. made orthotics, his are adjustable in his office to fit your needs. I no longer have any of the chronic nagging aches and pains I had before. My legs are much stronger and I recover faster from runs. My run splits are faster. I can rum faster and further than before. I don’t get as tired. Sometimes when I’m running in races and run past other races I say to myself  “if you only knew what I have in my shoes.” Sometimes I feel like I’m cheating. I like them so much I purchased a second pair for everyday use and a pair for running.

Lance Chambers

I was doing triathlons and when I ran I was always feeling heavy footed with sciatica. On the bike the sciatic has been bad since I went to nationals in 1997. Three back surgeries’ later my sciatic was still there but the pain going down the leg stopped. I came to see Dr. Levine. I feel very good now when I run. I started using my orthotics on the bike and I have not had sciatica for over a month. This is the first time in years. My triathlon times can only get better. Dr. Levine I want to thank you and your staff for everything.

Sincerely,
Lisa Pesta

I came to Dr. Levine’s office 10 months ago on the recommendations of my daughter (Kiley’s) pediatrician. We brought her in to have her foot checked. I felt it seemed “off” a bit. Turned out she needed orthotics.

I had myself evaluated too because I was waking up in pain every morning. I’m 42 and a runner. This pain was interfering with my workouts significantly. Dr. Levine prepared orthotics for me (I have fallen arches). I have used them as prescribed since my diagnosis and can honestly say I have no pain when I get up in the morning and have been able to run 15-20 miles a week. I’m thrilled about that.

I also wish to comment on Dr. Levine’s passion about what he does and how orthotics can improve a number of ailments (I also had hip pain which has subsided). He really takes the time to sit and educate patients on his process. I feel he takes a very thorough, measured approach to his practice.

Sincerely,
Mark C. Ondash

I really wasn’t sure it would make a difference in how I walk, how it would give me better balance, how it was going to make those back aches disappear, and how it would give me more pleasure on the golf course.  In fact, I really doubted it would make a significant change in my walking, and comfort level.

I have my second pair of orthotics, when Dr. Levine first suggested I try them, I was hesitant, they cost a great deal of money, but it was the right decision, it has made such a difference, I wear them 95% of the day.  Without them my legs get very tired and uncomfortable, I may never get to have the golf score I dream of, I did get a hole in one, and I can enjoy biking, walking and swimming.

Physically, Dr. Levine says I no longer have one leg longer than the other, my hips, my spine are all in better alignment.  I continue to see him to check the orthotics, when I feel there is a change I can call immediately.  I love how he was able to convince me to take this step, I appreciate his continued concern.

If you question the need when Dr. Levine suggests trying orthotics, I recommend you take his advice.  You must make a commitment to follow his instructions, it takes a little time but when your feet become accustomed to them, you will find a big difference and will be very happy you took his advice.

Barbara Sparar

Dear Dr. Levine:

I was experiencing pain in my feet, knees and hips for a long time. I was fitted with orthotics in Massachusetts but they did not help much.

When I came here for the winter season I went to a Chiropractic Internist in palm Harbor whom I had been to before. She suggested that I visit you and have you evaluate my problem.

I was never aware that there was any procedure in our health system using biomechanics adjustments to the body by the use of orthotics for the feet such as your practice.

My first visit with you was most impressive, by virtue of your knowledge of the body and its functions, in relation to the feet. I was never aware that the feet had such a profound effect on the body.

After viewing the way I walked, you diagnosed that my hips were not level in a horizontal plain, my feet were rolling and I was walking like a duck. Also that the orthotics I was wearing were not adjusted properly.

Subsequent adjustments to these orthotics diminished my aches and pains to zero.

These orthotics were not very good quality, thus they did not hold these adjustments very long.

I had you and John, your associate make me a new pair of high quality orthotics in your on-site lab, to the exact requirements of my feet. With some small subsequent adjustments they have resolved my problems and given me a greater quality of life and have held the adjustments for the past year.

I am forever grateful to the caring, personal attention and professionalism of you and your staff in resolving my problems. You may display this letter as you wish.

Sincerely
Thomas Bittelari
Colonel, AUS, (retired)

Sincerely,
Clare Peacock

PS When my daughter went to Washington DC and had to walk an average of 5 miles a day to and from the metro, Dr. Levine worked with her during her vacation visits here and actually spoke with her long distance to get her over the hardest times. She had really let the pain build to a very high level. She is now pain free!!

Dear Dr. Levine,

Well it has been a year to the date from my first visit with you and I still cannot believe how I feel. I know the old adage is “thank you for saving my life” however, I must amend that for myself, to say “thank you for giving me a life”.

I had no idea of the pain and discomfort I had allowed myself to get used to. If you remember the day I got my orthotics, I stood in front of you and cried, as I had never known or experienced what it meant to be pain free. As I said, I had no idea the pain I lived with daily, until the pain was gone in a moment’s time with the orthotics.

Being a post polio patient, I know now, that being able to walk daily will increase my chances of prolonging any true handicap. My overall health is much better due to the ability to walk daily. Most importantly, I think, for my family, I am happier, much less tired and able to do things with them that I always put off because I “just couldn’t make it”.

As a nanny, this past year, I have been able to carry the babies on my hip without any pain. In fact, I no longer need chiropractic adjustments to my hip. At one time, I had to give up my job due to the damage it was causing carrying the babies around. No longer am I afraid of stairs or escalators because I now feel secure in my step. This past year, I was able to stand eight to twelve hours daily during the holidays, preparing the meals for the family I work for.

In a moment…YOU GAVE ME A LIFE that I had no idea was available to me. I don’t think there will ever be a way for me to repay you. I do pray daily for the lord to prosper your practice and endeavors to reach others with your wonderful gift and talent. I ask that HE return to you a hundred fold all the time, wisdom and Knowledge you have given to so many others and me.

Patsy Kaleel

Dear Dr. Levine and Dr. Feulner:

As part of my fitness program, I have been running 3 to 9 miles per day for two years.

About six months ago, I developed severe debilitating left hip pain that caused me to limp when I walked. However, as a runner, I do not give up too easily and I continued running despite my pain, until I could no longer run.
In fact, I could barely walk; finally, I had to stop for about a month.

When I resumed, I had to run at a slower, less efficient level due to my fear the condition would worsen. It was at that time that I was referred to your office.

I must first commend your office staff as they not only got me an appointment within a short period, but were very warm and welcoming to me as well.
During my first appointment, I was thoroughly evaluated and you spent a great deal of time explaining everything to me. I was fitted (casted) for orthotics and asked to return when they were finished.

Once I received the orthotics, a break in period was explained to me. In the beginning, they felt foreign to me, but I persisted in wearing them in my running shoes as my long term goal was to be pain free and “balanced” in order to continue running at the pace I am accustomed to.

Today, I am not only pain free, but I am also able to run more proficiently and I no longer fear the return of my pain.

I highly recommend your orthotics and your services, as you are very knowledgeable in your field. I cannot thank you both enough for everything.

Debbie Lipkin

I had knee and hip pain. I also had right shoulder pain. Dr. Levine told me he would help my knee and hip pain and possibly my shoulder pain. Well, thanks to him I am pain free at all points!

James D. S.

In recent years, I have been experiencing pain which I attributed to past injuries throughout several areas of my body. After meeting with Dr. Levine about the pain in my feet and Achilles tendonitis, he suggested (foot) orthotics, claiming that their support would help to straighten out my body and fix some of my aches.

In less than four months, a large percentage of my back pain has left and I no longer experience any pain in my knees. My feet and ankles are on the mend and for the first time in two years I can stand or walk all day without discomfort. Thank you Florida BioMechanics Group!

Daryl Hill

Dear Dr. Levine,

I want to thank you for your patience in getting me back to wanting to walk due to my now being pain free! You worked very hard to get me comfortable using my “old” orthotics before suggesting that I try your new orthotics. You did not pressure me and let it be my decision as to how long I wanted to have my hip, back and foot pain.

Now with the new orthotics and the new sturdy walking shoes I am now pain free and can walk for hours. (you know I love to walk at Disney). It is now a joy to get up in the morning.

I would also like to thank Dr. John, Jennifer and Lee for their encouragement and help to make me pain free.

Sincerely,

Wanda J. B.