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I recently began Prolotherapy and have found it to be extremely
beneficial. When I went into Dr. Matson's office for the Initial evaluation I could not bare to sit in a chair
longer than 45 minutes, and I needed massage therapy twice a week so that I could carry out the normal activities
of life.
It has now been 4 months and I feel remarkably better. In fact, I could tell a difference after the first treatment,
and after the second treatment I no longer needed the massage therapy. I have to admit that I was skeptical about
using a nontraditional treatment when I first heard of Prolotherapy, but the results I have received from the treatment
is evidence enough to me that it works!
I recommend this therapy to others who are experiencing pain from auto accidents or other types of injuries that
are not healing. I have yet to find a therapy that is enjoyable, however I would definitely choose this form of
therapy again if I were to be injured in the future.
Stacy C.
San Diego, CA
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I have suffered from back pain for over 15 years due to multiple
injuries from weightlifting and one bad auto accident. In addition to daily pain I also experience 2-4 episodes
a year that leave me unable to stand up straight, and also leaves me with debilitating pain. I have seen dozens
of doctors and have tried just about every treatment available with little or no results.
After discussing my back history with Dr. Matson I decided to try Prolotherapy. Immediately after my first treatment,
my back felt stronger. I was amazed after just 2 weeks how well my back was responding. Each day, I felt my back
getting stronger. I am pain free for the first time in 15 years. This has been the only therapy that has worked
for me. I highly recommend Dr. Matson and Prolotherapy.
David G.
Oceanside, CA
Due to a serious fall in the summer of 1997 I have suffered with
back pain. The doctors used high doses of Motrin, physical therapy, and a series of epidural shots to alleviate
my pain. However, none did the job and I continued to suffer until a friend told me she was so grateful for a therapy
she was receiving. Prolotherapy has been the answer for her and now for me. I am so thankful for this incredible
therapy and the relief it has given me in just six months- August 2005 to February 2006. Thank you Dr. Matson!
Judith W.
Forest Falls, CA
After a particularly bad weekend suffering through lower right back
pain, I had an initial consultation with Dr. Matson. We decided on Prolotherapy treatment and he gave me the first
treatment that day. After 2 or 3 days I felt much better. After the 2nd treatment, I felt almost normal. After
the 3rd treatment, I felt so much better that I was able to start working out again, and now I have my weight back
where it should be. The treatment was a total success, and I am very pleased.
Patrick M.
San Diego, CA
I have suffered with chronic low back pain for almost 10 years and
have tried many doctors and therapies with no real long-term relief. After 5 Prolotherapy treatments I feel I am
becoming pain free-somethlng I never thought was possible. It is changing my life. Thank you Dr. Matson.
Andrea K.
National Champion Roughwater Swimmer
San Diego, CA
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I never imagined I could feel this well again. Prolotherapy treatment rejuvenated
me so that pain no longer dominates my life.
Phyllis G.
Bonita, CA
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My right hip began to bother me when I walked about 2 years ago
and became gradually worse until I had a very difficult time climbing stairs, walking, and getting up from a sitting
position. I began to wonder if I would need a hip replacement but began to research and I have had several (Prolotherapy)
treatments and now have no pain at all and am very pleased with the treatments.
Helen B.
La Mesa, CA
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Leg Pain
Two months ago I could not stand up straight, walk any distance,
or go upstairs without severe leg pain and weakness. I had to quit work and cease most normal activities. Thus
far I have had four treatments and have 80-90% less pain. I am back to work and normal activities. Prolotherapy
has been an answer to prayer with minimal risk and discomfort.
Marilyn E.
San Marcos, CA
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Neck Pain
Dr. Matson is beyond belief. The Prolotherapy worked after just the 1st
treatment. I have had chronic neck pain with very little range of motion for almost 6 years. After a car accident
I was in such agony, I was ready to try "anything" for relief. Dr. Matson made it happen!
Cori B.
Winchester, CA
Neck Pain
"Prolotherapy: A God Send"
Having injured my neck while riding a roller coaster…giving myself "whiplash",
I began a 2-year search for healing. Trying everything from drugs to massage, chiropractic treatments, even hospitalization
for severe headaches, only gave temporary relief. Then my girlfriend told me about a therapy she was using for
her knee, "prolotherapy" and said maybe you should try it for your neck. I was ready to try anything.
After eight treatments…I am experiencing freedom from pain…at last a new lease on life…a "God send" to
me. Thank you Dr. Matson.
Michelle D.
San Diego, CA
Prior to my Prolotherapy treatments with Dr. Matson, I had a chronic
low-grade burning sensation in my neck and shoulder muscles. The tension and pain would increase or decrease, depending
on my stress levels, but the muscles always felt fatigued.
After five sessions of treatment my neck and shoulders feel rested and relaxed, and the pain is gone completely.
I am queasy around needles, but Dr. Matson is very gentle, and the results are worth it. I would recommend this
treatment to anyone without reservation.
Ramona R.
Artist
San Diego, CA
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Neck and Back Pain
Prolotherapy has really increased the structural stability in my
upper back/neck. When I first came to Dr. Matson, I had severe nerve pain & muscle spasms. After 3 months,
the nerve pain is less frequent and the muscle spasms are non-existent. I could really feel a difference after
2-3 visits. I would recommend Prolotherapy for anyone with chronic muscle and spinal pain in the upper back
Paul R.
La Mesa, CA
Neck and Back Pain
I took up bow shooting in 2002 and I shot about 70 pounds of pull. I
am 6' 3", 280 lb. man. I pulled muscles in my neck and back, but I continued to shoot the bow thinking that
my muscles where going to get stronger as I went along, but I wrecked my neck and back. I was in so much pain all
the time. I did not want to work. I had no life with my family. I just wanted to be left alone. I tried cortisone
shots, which did not work. Nothing worked. I tried every kind of pain pill. One day I got on the internet and put
in a search for neck pain and began to read about Prolotherapy and kind Dr. Matson. I started with shots every
2 weeks and had instant results. Now I come every 6 months. It really does work. Thank you Dr. Matson!
Danny G.
Heber, CA
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I first encountered sciatic nerve pain a few years ago and was able
to treat it with acupuncture. When it came back again a year ago, it became bad enough that I had to stop working.
I tried various "alternative" treatments including acupuncture and could not get relief.
By the time I visited Dr. Matson to see about Prolotherapy, oral narcotics were barely allowing me to sleep a few
hours. After one treatment I found that I was able to do without the pain relievers, once the swelling period subsided.
It got better after the next couple of treatments. I now feel good enough to do most things, however, it is important
to heed the doctor's warning about heavy lifting. I am relieved of pain and can enjoy life again.
David M.
San Diego, CA
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Prior to my first visit I could not lift my arms above my shoulders
without severe pain. At night I would have such pain that I would yell out from pain just rolling over. After 6
treatments, my pain level had reduced to almost nothing. I just did a 6 month renewal "not for pain but the
prevention of it". I would recommend anyone with shoulder impingement or back pain to consider this therapy
prior to considering other things like operations or even cortisone shots. This works!
Charles M.
Winchester, CA
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Upon a third herniation of my lumbar spine, I was more than discouraged
and frustrated! My chiropractor was concerned about my chronic condition and that there was less and less that
he could do for me. He mentioned that I might want to consider prolotherapy. I began my research and ended up in
Dr. Matson's office with pain levels beyond his "10" rating. And today (6 months later) with retraining
my muscles to do the right thing, I am road cycling long distances and running and skiing without pain! I truly
am getting my body back doing the things I love to do-just now with more wisdom. Thank you for your care and expertise
Dr. Matson.
Tiffany B.
San Diego, CA
Three months ago I was schedule to undergo an 8-hour surgery on
my back. I was told they would attempt to accomplish decompression with posterior spinal fusion on the L3, 4, &
5 disks with pedicle screws and rod instrumentation with a crest bone graph. I would have been bed ridden for a
while and out of work for 4 months: and may have taken over a year to heal.
Then 3 weeks before my surgery was scheduled to take place, my daughter told me about Dr. Matson and Prolotherapy.
Within just 2 visits of receiving Prolotherapy, my back felt like a complete new back. I cancelled my surgery and
am very blessed for what Dr. Matson has done for me. Can you believe just 2 months ago I was not even able to stand
up straight and I had to walk with a cane? My back was so bad that my legs could not support me. I have recommended
Dr. Matson to friends and they are also going through Prolotherapy and are very happy for all his help.
Dr. Gary Matson, Thank you for rescuing me from surgery and helping make my life wonderful. I can now do my walking
and I am back at exercising. I highly recommend Dr. Matson and Prolotherapy.
Norma G.
San Bernardino, CA
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A Thank You Endorsement
for Dr. Gary Matson
If you are a new patient and reading this you may be like I was, skeptical and a little nervous about trying prolotherapy.
I read many endorsements on his website and others and tried to see if there were any side effects, it seemed safe
and worth a shot. I think what it boiled down to is I was willing to try it because the person who recommended
Dr. Matson was a trusted friend, you may not have that advantage. My biggest fear was he told me I’d have to give
up my advils and switch to Tyenol, ( I actually pictured how terrible my day and night could be without my advil,
that’s how bad I was).
Being uncomfortable most of the day can make you pretty grumpy and is a bit depressing. I really feel like prolotherapy
treatments brought back my quality of life. My sciatica is now gone and I am now comfortable putting on my socks
and I sleep thru the night, that’s huge. Writing this now, almost a year later it seems surreal I even had it so
bad. After my first treatment, I thought, hmmm, maybe this is working, after the second treatment I thought, I
do feel better, I wonder if it’s the prolotherapy, and by my third treatment I was like 70% better and convinced.
Then I did 2-3 more and felt about 90% better. About 4-5 months later I was feeling better and over did it at the
gym and had to get treatments again. They helped after only 2 treatments.
When I was in pain, it seemed that every friend I had gave me the name of a Doctor or Chiropractor to try and I
tried most of them… masseurs, physical therapists, accupuncturists, something called Feldenchrist (I’m not even
sure how to spell it) Chiropractors, vicodin, x-rays, MRIs, cortisone shots, back surgeons, muscle relaxants, Advil,
ben gay, Jacuzzis, yoga, stretching and on and on, but nothing worked long term, my body felt pain, it tensed up
my muscles and I couldn’t stop the cycle.
I’m much better now, I guess I have to face it that I’m getting older and can’t do everything I used to do, but
least I’m not in pain daily. I hope it works as well for you as it did for me. It is so weird it’s not covered
by health insurance, but it has been well worth every penny. If this note has convinced you to try prolotherapy
then I will feel I did my job. If you would like to ask me any questions, please feel free to email me metzgerdesigns@gmail.com. Written 2-20-07
Michael M.
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