Testimonials
We pride ourselves on excellent patient care and happy customers! We have a number of these and some of them were nice enough to share their thoughts with us... and you!
Barbara ~ In November of 2008 I was diagnosed with Pelvic Trauma Syndrome. I had never heard of this and was astonished when my doctor told me she was going to have me see a physical therapist, as my pain seemed to be evolving around my tailbone and anus area. I was extremely reluctant to do this as I could not imagine how a PT could help me, but was also desperate, as sitting was almost becoming unbearable for me.
Luckily they were able to get me in to see Erin Hytrek immediately. I was, again, very surprised when they handed me the initial paperwork we always have to complete when going to see someone new. They actually had forms with questions regarding the pelvis that I had never seen before, which helped make me feel perhaps I was in the right place.
That initial visit was consultation only, and I cannot tell you how impressed I was with Erin. She explained things to me in terms I could understand, letting me know the different things she wanted to try after I had explained the symptoms and pain I was feeling. She also let me know that some of what she would need to do might be unpleasant, but necessary, in order to minimize the pain and discomfort I was having, as well as shorten the length of the healing process.
Erin was very knowledgeable and pleasant in her discussions with me, but most of all, very calming, reassuring and she made it very easy to open up about things that are very personal to many of us.
I have now completed my therapy and can honestly say I am 80-85% better than I was before Erin worked “her magic” on my pelvic area. During each physical therapy session, she would tell me what she was going to do, ask me how it felt or if she needed to move to the left or the right, and we worked together in the process, enabling me to walk out of there after each session noticing a difference in a positive way. And if my symptoms appear again, I know she is a phone call away.
I would highly recommend Erin to anyone who has a painful condition in the pelvic area. I was also surprised to learn through our conversations during therapy that she can help pregnant women with non-labor pain they may be having, or women who have had hysterectomies experiencing post surgery pain, and a host of other things we may not realize Erin can help with as a women’s health physical therapy specialist. She is experienced and a complete professional.
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Denise ~ I was a patient of Erin’s when she was practicing in a local private practice and I can not say enough about how much she helped me.
I was referred to Erin after experiencing two long years of chronic pelvic pain. I had been to numerous doctors, had many medical tests done, and I honestly felt like I was running out of options No one seemed to know what was wrong or how to help me. I was at my wits end, so not only did Erin take on my chronic condition, but she also took on a woman who was feeling very hopeless at the time.
Erin took her time with me and really listened to what I had to say. I had not experienced that caring attitude from anyone before I went to physical therapy. She researched all possible diagnoses, consulted with other top physical therapists in the nation, and even put me in contact with a new local doctor who specializes in pelvic pain.
With all of the pieces of the puzzle in place, I have now begun to heal. She literally brought me from the devastation of not knowing what is wrong with me and having to deal with the pain to living my life again.
Pelvic pain is not easily treated. It can take time, and as women, we need someone who can treat us and then guide us in learning how to deal with pelvic pain on our own. Erin not only treats the physical symptoms, but she knows how to research and discern what is really wrong so we can heal. She has a passion for this line of work, and we are so lucky to have her here in Siouxland!
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Deb ~ Following a bilateral mastectomy with reconstruction I was referred to Erin by my plastic surgeon to help me in the recovery process.
Erin evaluated the complications I was experiencing with pain and lymphedema and prescribed for me a course of treatment that was very beneficial. Erin’s experience and knowledge with post surgical care helped me get back to normal daily routines and return to work.
The care and treatment I received from Erin was professional, gentle, and compassionate. I would highly recommend Erin to any woman who needs physical therapy.
