I am a 63 yo fit female and came to Amanda about five months ago to be treated for my knee. I was told by three different surgeons that it needed to be replaced due to bad arthritis, a torn meniscus, floating bone fragments and...
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I am a 63 yo fit female and came to Amanda about five months ago to be treated for my knee. I was told by three different surgeons that it needed to be replaced due to bad arthritis, a torn meniscus, floating bone fragments and a Baker’s cyst. A month prior to seeing Amanda, it was perfectly fine, or at least I didn’t know there was anything wrong. And then one day, in one step, something gave out, and I was in excruciating pain with every further step that I took. That’s when I went to see the orthopedists (partners) who both were of the opinion that my only treatment was a full replacement! After seeking a third opinion, and hearing the same news yet again, although he did say there are alternatives to try (injections) prior to replacement to “kick the can down the road as far as I can” but ultimately, I will need it replaced. It then occurred to me that I should try acupuncture. I had been successfully treated for a variety of ailments in the past, so why not try it for this?! It should help with blood flow and to bring down the inflammation. I was new to Vero Beach so didn’t have an acupuncturist here and was left to find one via the internet. After calling two different practices that had good reviews, I was able to get in to see Amanda that week to begin treatment. It was random that I ended up with her, as the practice has several, and I am SO LUCKY that I did! She is highly skilled in a variety of modalities, ALL of which have assisted in my healing. I am happy to report with consistent treatment through acupuncture, supplements, topicals, and exercise, the swelling is completely gone and I am walking with NO difficulty. I contribute my healing 100% to Amanda’s skills as a practitioner. Her positive attitude and vast knowledge of Eastern medicine have given me back my full quality of life. I am forever grateful to her and highly recommend her regardless of what you are facing! She saved me from a full knee replacement! I am forever indebted to her and will continue to seek her care for whatever ails me for the rest of my life.