Return-Path: Received: from triceratops.soar.cs.cmu.edu by K.GP.CS.CMU.EDU id aa03550; 7 Sep 92 10:33:29 EDT Received: from triceratops.soar.cs.cmu.edu by TRICERATOPS.SOAR.CS.CMU.EDU id aa24905; 7 Sep 92 10:32:55 EDT To: Harry.Bovik@K.GP.CS.CMU.EDU, "Scott E. Berkun" Subject: Chiropractors Keywords: Chiropractors, back pain, Osteopath Date: Mon, 07 Sep 92 10:32:50 -0400 Message-ID: <24903.715876370@TRICERATOPS.SOAR.CS.CMU.EDU> From: Garrett_Pelton@TRICERATOPS.SOAR.CS.CMU.EDU Summary All the individual responses are listed below. Jeff Cohen, isn't taking any new patients at this time. We ended up going to Alan Berman who is recomended 3 times below. That decision was mainly made because we got his name first. He seems reasonable and Bonnie is doing better. Chuck Yahr also had 2 recomendations. The rest you can read below. ------ Individual replies ---------- From: Scott Crowder Gary, I'll just second Bovik's recommendation of Jeff Cohen (681-4747). You might ask francesmary (fmm@cs) directly. She has looked in to several different chiropractors. -Scott From: Anne Meixner I highly recommand Dr. Eric A. Segal of Shady Hill Chiropractic Clinic. He's right by the Giant Eagle on Shakespeare street. phone number 362-7795. Hope she gets some relief Anne Meixner From: Scott.Nettles@LDL.VENARI.CS.CMU.EDU I and some other folks in the department use Alan Berman in Greenfeild. He seems very competent (as well as I can judge) and is the nicest medical type I have ever dealt with. I first went to him when I had a similar problem and he fixed me right up. He also is very helpful dealing with the insurance issues. He is open this weekend and his number is in the book. Tell him I sent you. Scott From: ehs@MERLOT.NECTAR.CS.CMU.EDU I strongly recomment Dr. Marcia Kass. Her office is on Craig St., and she can often acommodate emergencies (I first went there with a friend from out of town). Her number is 681-9767. -ellen From: Janet Cohen Try Chuck Yahr, 422-4300, if you are convenient to Squirrel Hill. Corner of Murray and Phillips. From: Jean_Harpley@A.GP.CS.CMU.EDU Gary, I know of a good chiropractor in Forest Hills, his name is Nemanic. He's in the book. He's really great. He used to be our chiropractor before we found someone better. So now for the one who's even better. The problem is he's probably too far away from you. He's on Rodi Road in Penn Hills. He's an OSTEOPATH - which is even better than a chiropractor. His name is Dr. Walter Beam. I think she'll get help if she tries either of these people. Jean From: Robert.Frederking@DHAKA.MT.CS.CMU.EDU I like Dr. Alan Berman, on Murray Avenue in south Squirrel Hill. He'll often take people without appointments, so she should call him today. 422-7005 Bob From: Bruce.Horn@N3.SP.CS.CMU.EDU I have very high confidence in Dr. Alan Berman, 422-7005. Tell him I sent you. Many many folks in CS go to Dr. Berman (he says, "What is it you *do* over at CMU computer science, anyway??") Bruce From: "Stephen P. Hoover" Try Dr. Charles Yahr. He is located at 2200 Murray Ave., phone is 422-4300. I have been going to see him for about 1&1/2 years. He is excellent. Very friendly, takes the time to explain what he thinks is going on, what he is doing to fix the problem and why it should work. I also found him very thorough. The first exam probably is very extensive and includes x-rays which he uses to diagnose your problem and to ensure that you do not have a problem which would contra-indicate normal chiropractic manipulations. In addition, he is very good about recommending changes in your daily habits (they way you sit, sleep, etc...) and excercises that will help. I have found this aspect of chiropractic care particularly appealing. They do not just attempt to mask symptoms but help you cure the underlying problem if they can. Call him today and I'll bet he'll be able to see you today. He also has Saturday hours. If you call the receptionist who answers is Crystal. Tell her I (Steve Hoover) told you to call. Good luck and hope your feeling better soon, Steve Hoover From: satya@MOZART.CODA.CS.CMU.EDU I strongly recommend John Wachter on Filbert Street in Shadyside. Besides being excellent in his treatment, my wife and I have found him to be honest and pleasant. I am especially pleased by the fact that he never tries to make you receive more treatment than you really need! Unfortunately a very common ploy among chiropractors. He's quite accomodating as far as schedule is concerned. You should be able to get an appointment asap. From: Lily.Mummert@DVORAK.CODA.CS.CMU.EDU Hi, I've used Alan Berman in Squirrel Hill and I like him. He fixed some problems I had with my neck, and I now have range of motion that I haven't had in years, and my almost- daily migranes have basically disappeared. Bruce Horn recommended him to me. Others in the department use him. He's on Murray, one block past the Greenfield Giant Eagle. His phone number is 422-7005. Hope Bonnie feels better soon. Lily From: Mel.Siegel@MASS.SENSOR.RI.CMU.EDU He may have retired, but several years ago Herbert Flynn (in Oakmont) helped me get a long standing intractable problem under control. From: Sandy Esch Hi Garry, I mentioned to Bonnie,Thursday, when I talked to her about a Chiropractor I highly recommend. His name is Dr. Philip Frost 531-2303 He's on West Liberty Ave in Dormont. About 3 miles from the Liberty tubes. I'd be happy to give you exact directions if you need them. I've had tremendous results from him. One time I was scheduled to have my jaw joint replaced. I was told that the x-rays they took showed that my jaw bone had worn away. I went to Dr. Frost told him my problem. He felt that my jaw was just out of alignment. In three sessions he had my jaw back in place and I haven't had a bit of trouble since. He's reasonably priced and takes his time. You can count on being there at for 30 minutes at least but usually it's more like 45 minutes. Not because your waiting around to be seen, but because he believes in making sure your relaxed by using heat treatments, ultrasound and massage before actually working on you. I've been to (not fooling) at least 12 different chiropractors, He's the best one I've found so far. Tell Bonnie I hope she feels better soon. Take care. Sandy From: Stephen_Ford@MAPS.CS.CMU.EDU I saw your posting about Bonnie John's back and felt that I should suggest she try physical therapy. My wife is a physical therapist specializing in orthopedics and has worked with a great number of back patients. A good physical therapist will not only address the near term of back pain and dysfunction but also try to understand what is causing the back pain and work with the patient to modify lifestyle or habits to prevent future back problems (e.g. correct posture, exercise program, working environment and habits, etc). I would normally recommend my wife but she is in transition between jobs and you need someone now. I asked her if she could suggest a physical therapy office to help you. She recommended Oakland Physical Therapy Associates on Murray Ave in Squirrel Hill for back problems. You must have a physican referral (a prescription) before one can be treated. It is the law. Once a physican gives the prescription, the patient can go to any physical therapist they please. Good luck. From: Peter Shell This is actually a second-order recommendation since I haven't gone myself but I plan to. These two were recommened by my dentist whom I trust: Dr. E. J. Stegman 963-1144 Dorseyville Road Dr. Smith 243-6676 Good luck --Pete