This letter is my testimony to the positive changes in my life since beginning treatment at the Institute of Orthopedics and Chiropractic with Dr. Richard Hills and his team. My renewed mobility and freedom from constant pain have created a quality of life that I had lost all hope of ever having again.

My knees and lower back have been chronically painful for much of the past forty years, at times flaring and becoming nearly debilitating. For example, in 2019, the sciatic pain was so intense that 20 to 30 minutes was the longest I could lie in bed. My legs were like wooden stalks. An orthopedic doctor told me I would need knee replacements. Over the years, I had tried physical therapy three or four times and was prescribed muscle relaxants, pain pills and a cortisone shot. Relief was always temporary, even though I followed directions explicitly. I often became depressed and frustrated.

Conversely, the treatment and support at IOC has been totally different in approach and in results. Dr. Hills is diagnosing and resolving the root causes of the pain with deep tissue work and alignment. I have learned so much and feel empowered. He has taught me a series of stretches and exercises that support and strengthen his treatments; I have done these religiously as he worked through issues and now do them for maintenance. If I have any pain or stiffness, I immediately turn to stretches targeting that area.

Today as a 75-year-old woman, I live a life full of activity and joy. My knees move quite easily up and down stairs. Routinely I do 30 minutes on the stationary bike or treadmill and participate in group exercise classes. Most importantly, I am able to live my daily life without all the frustrating limitations of joints that are painful and don’t move. I owe this to Dr. Hills’ treatment and education. This has been life transformative for me, and I would wish that everyone who needs it would have this opportunity.

Came to address muscle tightness secondary to series of injuries, surgeries, and diagnoses. Alicia exhibited anatomic biomechanical knowledge that I haven't experienced in over 10 years of treatment. I expected to feel temporary relief during session, but I felt immediate impact on releasing years of tissue damage. My symptoms will take time to resolve, but I haven't felt this loose in over 10 years. I regret having surgery to release muscles when I likely could've been treated with a skilled therapist like Alicia. Thank you Alicia!

I love the care I get at IOC. I have never had physical therapy before that was designed for my specific needs. Dr. Hills did a thorough evaluation, designed an in depth treatment plan, and used expert clinical skills along with Dawn (PTA) to address my particular needs. I wish I knew about IOC before I had both hips replaced 11 years ago.

Dr. Roetman and his CA April have helped me tremendously in alleviating hip and knee pain and avoiding impending surgeries.

Dr. Roetman, April, and Rosie are fantastic. The experience at the front desk is very professional and friendly. My treatment experience has been thorough and thoughtful. You get the feeling that they care about you. The goal is to get you better, not to become a repeat patient. Great experience every time, and they are always on schedule.

My experience at IOC and working with Dr. Hills has given me my life back! I was living with chronic pain in my body and I lived in fear of being physically active. I was afraid of causing more pain and having to live a sedated life. The gifts I have received from his profound wisdom of the body, exercise, actively, strengthening. Also excellent resources available at IOC to assist with my healing. He has not only structurally changed and healed my body, but taught me how to care for it myself. Such freedom, I’ve gone back to hiking, skiing, gardening, and walking on a regular basis. So grateful for Dr. Hills and all his staff at IOC.

We as a family have been benefited from Dr. Hills' care for 20 years. He has helped us through athletic incidents, falls, and car accidents. We are grateful for his great expertise. He is the best.

Life changing results for me. Chronic neck pain is gone. Lower back pain is to a minimum. My body has improved head to toes. Dr. Hendrickson is the best. Extremely knowledgeable and helpful. He will get to the bottom of a problem. I have learned lots of stretches and exercises to keep in shape.

I have been seeing Dr. Spennewyn for over 2 years. He is very knowledgeable and professional. He explains the problems he sees and how he can help. His sense of humor and caring personality makes him a perfect fit for someone in the medical field. I highly recommend him and have referred several friends to him.