Texas Spine & Sports Therapy - Dr. Bart Atencio D.C

12/30/08

DECOMPRESSION THERAPY TREATMENTS RECOMMENDED INSTEAD OF SURGERY!!!

by superglo at Citysearch

Three years ago I was suppose to have neck surgery. I had an MRI done prior to scheduling my surgery which the results showed that I had 4 herniated disks, one was bulging and I also had stenosis of the spinal cord. One disk was close to touching my spinal cord. The surgeon said that if I was to be in an accident, I would be paralyzed from the neck down. I started and completed the decompression therapy treatments. After that I got an MRI to confirm the treatment, which showed that my neck had stabilized. I was even in an accident last November 2007, and doing fine, even though my van was totaled. I have been seeing Dr. Atencio every three months to use the decompression device which of course insurance still doesn't pay for. But after seeing the results, how can I refuse....not to mentioned seeing Dr. Atencio and his friendly staff. I will keep going as long as I need to...would be nice if insurance would pay, especially at these times. Gracias!

07/29/08

No longer skeptic

by LTX at Citysearch

I saw Dr. Atencio after two years of low back pain and chronic sciatica pain, only after exhausting all other possibilities... spine specialists, neurologists, physical therapists, miofacial release and injections. I was very skeptical and decided to see a chiropractor as a last resort, instead of surgery. I felt that I had not been correctly diagnosed, and relief was still possible.

Dr Atencio used Active Release Therapy to relieve the nerve entrapment and I also successfully completed the Spinal Decompression treatment series. He even gave me relief from an old shoulder injury that I mentiond one day. I encourage anyone with chronic pain to consult with him. He is low key, but, very thorough in his diagnosis and explaining a treatment plan, only if he feels it will be beneficial.

He looks too young to have the years of experience and knowledge in pain management that he brings to his practice. He's wonderful!

I am 65 years old and am hiking, working out and enjoying all my activities again. YEA!

03/26/08

Best Technology and Expertise Anywhere

by MTBbackpain at Citysearch

I suffer from a crushed vertibre (mountain bike accident about 15 years ago) and have seen several other chiropractors. This clinic has the best technology and expertise of any I have found. After a few weeks of treatment I am feeling relief I never have before. I will shop no more for a good chiropractic clinic. Bart specializes in sports related injury and knows how to get you back on your feet.

The receptionist is extremely nice and friendly as well. I look forward to my next visit.

• Pros: Great technology, short waiting time, friendly staff
• Cons: None

03/18/08

My back pain is gone

by missnsnow at Citysearch

I initially sought out a consultation with Dr. Atencio after I had three epidurals, and had tried months of medicine with only minor relief. Dr. Atencio did a very good examination and started treatment that week. After 6 sessions my lower back pain and leg pain from my herniated disc was 70% better. After another 3 sessions of decompression therapy my pain was gone. The decompression treatments were easy, and I basically slept through my treatments. I also did some rehab. on a high tech strengthening device that also helped me a lot. I am now able to stand as long as I want without pain. The clinic has the best and latest equipment available for non-surgical treatment. I found the location to be centrally located and really convenient, right on the corner of Jollyville and Duval. They run the clinic well, and made sure I never had to wait long in the waiting room. The staff is wonderful. Dr. Atencio is so kind and always made me feel so comfortable and important. Lovely clinic. Fair price for the technology being offerred. The price was comparable to others, yet the technology was so much better. As they say, you get what you pay for. I am pleased and will continue to refer people in pain to Dr. Atencio. Two thumbs way up for Texas Spine and Sports Therapy Center..... A wonderful choice! Nicest Chiropractor Ive ever met.

• Pros: Actual DRX machine not a wanna be... Centrally Located and Very Professional.
• Cons: none

03/14/08

Sales pitch

by Austincyclist at Citysearch

The cost was higher than average for traditional chiro services. I felt like I was getting a sales pitch for the 20 session treatment with the Spinal Decompression machine. The per session cost was also $20-50 more than I've seen in other offices. The office is very nicely decorated but it the prices were too high for my taste. The receptionist was very friendly.

• Pros: New high tech equipment
• Cons: Cost