Definitely not the way I wanted to spend a couple of hours a day after Christmas, but here we are. I woke up in pain and cramping on my right side and decided to call Orto SC, their new name, today for an appointment. They were able to get me in the same day and into see a wonderful provider.
From the start my experience was great! The office staff were warm and welcoming. I checked in and completed my paperwork on one of their tablets. I love this because it was quick and easy compared to the thousands of papers that many offices still use. I got called back not too long after that by a nurse and she did some quick follow up questions. Then I was taken to get an x-ray and the provider came in. The nurse practitioner, Larissa Connell, was thorough, kind, and so funny. My mom came back with me and she spoke with both of us like we were old friends. She made me feel some comfortable and right at home. Larissa was even encouraging about my nursing school goals.
She told me that a part of my hip was inflamed and that was causing all of my pain. She recommended a steroid shot and it was done quick and painlessly. The first thing I noticed that I was able to walk better. The pain has not completely gone away, but I am hoping with the exercises and time I will be back to myself again!
I hope whoever is reading this will never have to use pain management services, but if you do OrthoSC is the way to go! read more