What our Patients say: J.T. - Commercial Airline Pilot: I was paralyzed in one arm and unable to shave or pick up a pen. I saw Neurosurgeons who advised me to have immediate surgery. Because I was less than 50 years old, I would not be allowed to fly commercially if I had the surgery. I was referred to Island Rehab Center for physical therapy. C.K. Fernando, the SR therapist treated me for three months and now I am flying again. C.M. - Student: This 29 year old Naples resident was in an auto accident in 1999. Four back surgeries later, this patient was in worse condition than when he started. " I was getting worse, not better." I was referred to Island Rehabilitation Center and after two months of therapy, I have returned to school. M.H-Owner of Partner in Software Company and Mortgage Broker: had pain all around my back, on the left side, triggering pain down my left leg and my spine was hurting. I had difficulty doing every day activities, such as driving and sitting for a long time. I was referred by Dr. Fowler from Physicians Regional on Pine Ridge to see Dr. Fernando at Island Rehabilitation on Marco Island. Dr. Fernando sat me down, went over my conditions and gave me simple exercises vs. surgery. I did not want surgery and in order to alleviate pain, Dr. Fernando showed me how to go about a healthier life style even while watching tv. The overall treatment I received was outstanding, professional and flexible with my scheduling. I felt much better within a few weeks of therapy. I would refer anyone else to Island Rehab; "I already have!" Dialog with Paients T.F - How do you feel now? I feel a lot better than when I came the first time. Did you do anything before you came to IRC: Yes. I started last April, 2007 with Inflamed Side Iliac Joint; 3 months of chiropractic care, pain management, 2 injections, saw an orthopedic and he said bursitis in my hip. I then came to Dr. Fernando and he said it’s all related to my back. There was morning before I got here that I was walking with a cane because the pain was so severe. He brought me from a 7-8 to a 2; NO surgery no injections. Exercises and following his 90/90 method helped me. I will continue twice a day, every day. Would you recommend IRC to another individual? Absolutely.   T.L  - How do you feel now? I feel great. I have been able to walk which is something I have not been able to do in a while. I have had this pain for 4 years and I saw every specialist that there was. I can stand, I can walk, and now I do not have to worry about the pain. Did you do anything before IRC? 4 Chiropractors, 3 Physical Therapists, Acupuncturist, pain management with heavily sedative drugs, 3 orthopedic surgeons; one recommended surgery, cranio-sacral therapy, 8 SI joint injections Would you recommend IRC? Yes, definitely. Highly recommend. Any other comments: I enjoyed the doctor being so personable as well as the staff.