“I have had lower back pain for a number of years but it became more severe in September of 2008. I did physical therapy for approximately five months and once I stopped that therapy it came back immediately. At that time I was ready to do surgery and have it taken care of. I was referred to IPPMC from my physical therapist, Dr. Kowalkowski performed some diagnostic and therapeutic injections to determine where my pain was coming from and I had severe pain when I presented and today I feel great. I have resumed activities with my children. I can handle my job with minimal pain and discomfort. It has been over a year and half since I felt this good. He was able to identify where my pain is. I understand that symptoms may come back but I am confident that with further treatments at IPPMC I can remain surgery free.”