Triathlete Success

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

Dear Dr. Levine,

I am a triathlete and avid runner and was very depressed when my right knee would become painful after only 2 miles of running. I went to several Doctors, got x-rays, MRI’s etc. and nothing helped. Another Dr. recommended you and I thought I had nothing to lose at this point. You gave me hope and a new pair of orthotics. I wasn’t running right away, but I slowly got to where I used to be and now I have surpassed myself. I am doing more mileage on the road than I ever did before the pain. Thank you Dr. Levine for being so helpful, knowledgeable and caring. I did St. Anthony’s and will do it again next year!

Rachael Carroll

I have just had my fastest 5K (in a triathlon no less) since starting racing again three years ago after not racing for 12 years. The improved efficiency has made a measurable difference in my running speed. Not only has my speed increased, but my Achilles tendon, which I hurt in February, has recovered with no indication of going out again!

Terry Stegner

Dr. Levine,

I just wanted to give you an update on my progress. As you know, when I first came to see you in October 2007 I was dealing with pretty severe, constant pain in my hamstrings, with additional knee and hip problems on my left side. At that point I had been dealing with constant pain for at least 4 months and nothing was helping-not massages, trips to the Chiropractor, ice, heat etc…

With every visit we talked of my goals for finishing an Ironman. You always joked with me and said that you were not sure if I had an Ironman in me—or that we didn’t know what my new ceiling was going to be. Well I’m very proud to say I HAVE AN IRONMAN IN ME!!  And while I put in the hours and hours of training to finish, you gave me the tools to fix what was wrong. I know for a fact that I couldn’t have trained like I did if you had not given me the orthotics that helped correct my stride and balance. I rarely have any pain now and when I do, it is so slight that I don’t really pay attention to it.

And you’ll enjoy this, when I got off the bike after 112 miles I felt some pain in my hamstring. Instead of being worried about the upcoming marathon, I thought to myself, “it’s ok. I’m going to put my running shoes on and it will work itself out.” And that is exactly what happened. And the best thing is I finished my Ironman feeling strong and with NO pain!!!

Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!

So, I’m wondering…if now we know I have an Ironman in me, maybe a double or triple is where my ceiling is??

Thanks so much!!!
Tammy Wonning
Ironman Arizona-finisher 04/13/2008

Dear Dr. Levine,

At age 65 I’m finally back to running again after a 20 year layoff due to chronic lower back pain. Your treatment with Orthotics gave me back one of my greatest joys in life----running!!! Prior to your treatment I would suffer severe lower back pain after jogging less than a mile. Now I am able to run three miles several times per week without any pain. I am currently training for an upcoming triathlon and I hope to increase my running to about five miles several days per week.

I must admit that I was skeptical, but your optimism convinces me to give your treatment a try. I have absolutely no regrets. In fact, I am immensely grateful to you for giving me back this very important part of my life!!

Sincerely,
Leo Garcia
Tampa, Fl.