No matter how hard I tried, I could not stand on my feet long enough to prepare and serve a meal. My doctors had done all they could to keep me comfortable. They were kind but saw me as a lucky patient unwilling to accept the cure after my cancer surgery and chemotherapy. Despite the Neurontin, the pain was still there, and I could not take care of the normal tasks of living. Another drug was added, but this caused a severe side reaction. I stopped seeing the neurologist. I tried exercising at the gym, and walking on the beach, but this was too painful. I began feeling helpless and depressed. Even traveling "to keep my mind occupied" was painful. The depression became worse.

My family, friends and faith kept me fighting for relief. I went to an acupuncture clinic for several weeks. This too was not the answer to my problem. I sat on the beach and prayed. The search began. There must be an answer to this widespread problem. All I learned was that my condition was "progressive and permanent". At this point, my feet were burning and freezing and aching all at the same time. My legs tingled from the knees down, and my toes hurt. The soles of my feet were numb and I had to be careful walking on the beach. I was never suicidal, but looked at death as my only relief. I wondered why I had survived a really bad cancer to be left with this kind of life.

Then one day, at the beach, I read an article about a Dr. Werter and Dr. Dellon and the procedure that "cured neuropathy". I got an appointment to see Dr. Werter. I told him I was 69 and did not care to see 70. My miracle was beginning. I just knew it.

My first surgery was done on my left leg September 19, 2002. The surgery was a success. My life was coming back. Now I had hope. On December 5, 2002, the surgery was done on my right leg. This, too, was a successful surgery. My pain is less every day, and I cannot thank these men enough for the new life I have. This is my miracle. I am ready to live again, love my patient husband, and cherish my children and grand children.

C. Hamilton
Monroe, NC

I went through the Shockwave Therapy Procedure for my Bone Spur on my left foot on August 16, 2003. The Staff at the Out Patient Surgical Center in Myrtle Beach were very organized and caring. The procedure was very painless, and I was back on my foot in just a few hours. The next day was my daughter's birthday. I was able to enjoy a wonderful celebration.

The results were remarkable! After just 4 to 6 weeks, the pain subsided. I still stretch my foot at the beginning and end of the day and will always use my custom orthotics in my shoes. The procedure was very successful.

I would recommend this procedure to anyone suffering from bone spur pain. I am very pleased with the results. Thank you once again for your suggestion of this procedure, your wonderful bedside manner and follow up care.

Sincerely,
D Hohos

I would like to express my thanks to you for the professional care I experienced with my recent foot surgery.

Every aspect, from my pre-surgical appointments to the follow-up, was positive. I felt free to ask any questions and discuss different procedures and concerns. I especially appreciate the fact that you were kind and sensitive when I shared my anxiety and fear of pain. I just felt you treated me as a person. The post-surgical follow up calls from you and the wonderful surgical nurse, Elizabeth, meant a great deal to both my husband and me.

Friends in Buffalo, who are familiar with our fine medical community, were skeptical of my choice to have the surgery in Myrtle Beach. They have been "converted" now that they see how well I am doing.

Your patients are fortunate to have such a skilled physician, Dr. Werter, and I am lucky I am one of them. Thank you for your high level of care and your personal concern for me.

E. Brady
Buffalo, NY

I am writing this letter to you to show my deep appreciation for all the help you have given to me.

I moved from New Jersey to Conway, SC three years ago because my neurologist told me a warmer climate would possibly help me with my feet. I have seen all kinds of medical specialists and no one could really help me. I have had test after test done and my neurosurgeon diagnosed me with peripheral diabetic neuropathy.

None of the doctors said this is a new disease and no one knows what to do for this disease except to take a strong pain medication. The pain I have is so bad that I could not stand or walk. There were many days I had to crawl to get around. I cried a lot and prayed a lot for some one to help me.

I had checked all different avenues to find someone to help alleviate this terrible pain. One day while reading the paper, I came across this article about neuropathy and about a doctor who could help people like me with this disease. I copied down his telephone number and called to make an appointment with Dr. Scott Werter of Coastal Podiatry.

From the very first visit, I could tell that this young man could help me. After all testing was done; he told me he could help with surgery on both my feet. I had the left foot done and had a 50% relief from the pain. I have had the right foot done and also have 50% relief of the terrible pain in my feet.

Dr. Werter told me as I go along with the surgery that was done I could possibly get 80% relief of my pain.

I am so thankful to God for finding you, Dr. Scott Werter, who has started me back to recovery of this disease which I though I would never get any feeling from the pain I have had.

I feel I am on the road to recovery and finally starting to enjoy my feet and life again. I am writing this letter not only about me, but about you, a young doctor who lives off the satisfaction only in helping people like me and all the other people.

When you do what you do to help people like me look into you eyes and see them glisten when people tell you how good they feel. Dr. Scott, I see the compassion and the glisten in your face as you get the satisfaction of helping a patient like me.

Thank you so very much for helping me enjoy life again.

Sincerely truly,
A.S. Oswald
Conway