Hello, Sue | @sueinmn |

Thanks so much for responding to my post! I was especially struck by the expression you used: "formula" PT. I add been going to a local PT clinic toward the end of 2021. The chief reason I had been going was what I'm told is "borderline" cervical myelopathy. Why I had gone to see a neurosurgeon was my wobbly gait. He examined me thoroughly but didn't think surgery was called for; instead, he advised PT. I'd been doing the PT until I reached the end of my Medicare referral. I was about to apply for another extension, by the neurosurgeon suggested I wait until I see him next (in mid-March). Your message, though, has me wondering if the therapist I've been seeing is the right kind for me. It's been frustrating, with flat feet (I do wear orthotics), problem knees, and a touch of arthritis in my hip, finding a single clinician who's able to advise based on the totality of my symptoms. I suspect the most well-meaning look only that the body-part related to their specialty. I've longed to find some sort of "holistic" clinician, but one who's accepted by my insurance. For example, it's time for me to get a new pair of orthotics, but my pediatrist––skilled as she is––may be at a loss in fitting me for new orthotics to take into account my knees and hip. I'm looking for someone who's able to consider the whole me and prescribed accordingly. From what you say, it sounds like you had a similar experience.

Ray (@ray666)