Cortisone Shots: Is It Worth It?

July 15, 2016

Dr Roach explains what it is like to suffer from osteoarthritis and not knowing which option of treatment to choose. Cortisone shots are one of those treatments. Dr Roach discusses the pros and cons of cortisone shots and the effects on your body. WATCH NOW!

Michelle Avery

3 weeks ago-

Dr. Roach came to our office for a lunch and learn. So many people were saying such good things I thought it time to stop living with pain and make my own appointment. I was taking Tylenol on a daily basis and now the number of pills I take ...MoreDr. Roach came to our office for a lunch and learn. So many people were saying such good things I thought it time to stop living with pain and make my own appointment. I was taking Tylenol on a daily basis and now the number of pills I take has dropped in half and it's hasn't even been two months. My mobility has improved and just my overall body pain has decreased. I am excited to see what will happen in the next two months. I highly recommend Roach Chiropractic. Dr. Roach is very professional and all of his staff is  super and keep things running top notch. I personally have referred a number of friends and co-workers already and will continue to do so.
                    

Cyril cfolkes@ns.sympatico.ca

2 weeks ago-

I went to Roach Chiropractic because of a severe sciatic nerve condition.  It had gotten to the point where walking was a very painful condition.  Other treatments such as physiotherapy had failed to provide relief. ...MoreI went to Roach Chiropractic because of a severe sciatic nerve condition.  It had gotten to the point where walking was a very painful condition.  Other treatments such as physiotherapy had failed to provide relief.

Chiropractic treatment has greatly improved my condition, gone are the searing pains in my hip and left leg.  I can now get out for walks and perform normal tasks such as mowing the lawn without discomfort.

I would certainly recommend chiropractic care for anyone with a similar condition.

Shawn Newhook

3 weeks ago-

When I came to the clinic I could barely turn my head. The pain was awful.  I could barely drive and sleep was non existent. I've never been to a chiropractor before. The idea of having my neck cracked just made me cringe. The people were ...MoreWhen I came to the clinic I could barely turn my head. The pain was awful.  I could barely drive and sleep was non existent. I've never been to a chiropractor before. The idea of having my neck cracked just made me cringe. The people were great and very professional.  They explained what is a chiropractor and took me through the process. By the 1st visit I felt better knowing why I had the problem and how they were going to fix it. From the first treatment I have felt better. I have even bought a motorcycle again and can drive with no pain. Don't wait like I did make this the change for the better in your quality of life. I even convinced my wife to do it and now she is a believer.
                    

Wendy Cosman

a week ago-

I had been going else where and used up all my coverage and hadn't seen any improvement. Dr Roach came to our office for a information session. Enjoyed there presentation so I booked appointment for an assessment. After first appointment I ...MoreI had been going else where and used up all my coverage and hadn't seen any improvement. Dr Roach came to our office for a information session. Enjoyed there presentation so I booked appointment for an assessment. After first appointment I could notice the difference already. I was so impressed with this office and the knowledge that all staff have that I recommended others at my office and my son. I'm currently only gong once a week now as I have improved so must. Thanks so much to everyone at Roach Chiropractic
                    

pamela snow

3 weeks ago-

I first saw Dr. Roach to help with a sore neck and soreness in my back.  I have been receiving treatment for several months now.  My back and neck are now non-issues and I am very pleased to have so much more mobility back and almost zero ...MoreI first saw Dr. Roach to help with a sore neck and soreness in my back.  I have been receiving treatment for several months now.  My back and neck are now non-issues and I am very pleased to have so much more mobility back and almost zero discomfort in those areas, unless I mistreat myself...then Dr. Roach fixes me again!   Having a very active lifestyle with farm and horses.. I need my body to be able to do all that I do.  Just lately I was having trouble with my big toe.  I suffered for a few weeks before getting the courage to ask his opinion, thinking he could do nothing for a big toe.   I was wrong.  Dr. Roach has been treating my foot,along with my regular chiro care and within 4 treatments, I was walking without a limp and am even able to run again with my horses during training sessions. He has indeed changed the way I walk and people are noticing that I walk so light now.   I am a believer in chiropractic care -  it has impacted my life on an everyday basis.   I would say to the skeptics... give Dr. Roach and his team a try.  You have nothing to lose and will gain aspects of your life back.  Even though we all are all aging each day .... it is possible to feel more alive, live pain free and feel even younger than you did before - by having chiropractic care with Dr. Clayton Roach.      Thanks !
                    

Beverley Johnson

a week ago-

I started seeing Dr Roach and his team(massage and laser tx) many years ago.  I was having significant neck muscle pain and some residual lower back pain (from stress and strains of working 12 hr shift as a healthcare worker).  I was amazed ...MoreI started seeing Dr Roach and his team(massage and laser tx) many years ago.  I was having significant neck muscle pain and some residual lower back pain (from stress and strains of working 12 hr shift as a healthcare worker).  I was amazed how quickly and efficiently the pain subsided.  Now I go in for a routine treatment once a month and have control back in my life with very little pain(except when i overdo something) and  then I head to Clayton and his team to help fix the problem.  I hadn't thought of chiropractic care earlier in my profession, but I definitely would recommend starting it early and then it is just a matter of continuing care rather than have an acute incident land you at his door.
                    

Dustin Hickey

in the last week-

Before visiting Roach Chiropractic my lower right back was in constant pain. Nothing excruciating just always there.  It progressively got worse when I started a new job that required sitting for long periods of time.  I am fairly active ...MoreBefore visiting Roach Chiropractic my lower right back was in constant pain. Nothing excruciating just always there.  It progressively got worse when I started a new job that required sitting for long periods of time.  I am fairly active but I played a lot of sports growing up and I guess it finally caught up with me.  
During my first visit at Roach Chiropractic my back was assessed using visual and electronic measures and together we created a plan to start rehabilitation. It didn't take long before I began noticing improvements in the pain and my range of motion leading to a better quality of life.
I would definitely recommend Chiropractic care for anyone who is suffering with pain on a daily bases or for anyone who would like to prevent future issues.  I would recommend Roach Chiropractic for its professionalism, community atmosphere, flexibility, friendliness, etc...
I came because it was convenient, I stayed because of the way I was treated.
                    

BJ Gaul

a week ago-

Started seeing Dr. Roach a few years ago while experiencing headaches, backache, and taking multiple pain killers that left me unable to work or able to enjoy any quality of life.  Now I am able to function with minimal pain killers, and am ...MoreStarted seeing Dr. Roach a few years ago while experiencing headaches, backache, and taking multiple pain killers that left me unable to work or able to enjoy any quality of life.  Now I am able to function with minimal pain killers, and am able to do things again, which I was forced to give up.  Why suffer needlessly when you can obtain great chiropractic care under Dr. Roach.  Thank-you for giving my life back.
                    

Breagh MacDonald

4 weeks ago-

I started coming to Roach chiropractic over a month ago and Kaitlyn is awesome. She's great at what she does and is super personable! She takes her time and never rushes you out and answers any questions you may have. I would recommend her to anyone.

Vicki Logan

3 weeks ago-

I first came to Roach Chiropractic after being advised by medical doctors that there was no help for my chronic hip pain that made sleeping and sitting difficult. I have been under their care for over ten years and seen improvement from my ...MoreI first came to Roach Chiropractic after being advised by medical doctors that there was no help for my chronic hip pain that made sleeping and sitting difficult. I have been under their care for over ten years and seen improvement from my first appointment. Keeping regular maintenance appointments has kept me pain free and as a bonus my hearing, sleeping and general health has improved. I advise others to not underestimate chiropractic care because it helps you to maintain a higher quality of life.
                    

Andrew Gilbert

3 weeks ago-

I had a serious motorcycle accident a few years ago and had severe pain in my back, neck, ribs and continuous headaches.  After months of physiotherapy I was getting no better and paying a lot of money and getting no results.  I met Dr ...MoreI had a serious motorcycle accident a few years ago and had severe pain in my back, neck, ribs and continuous headaches.  After months of physiotherapy I was getting no better and paying a lot of money and getting no results.  I met Dr Roach at the home show and I was sceptical at first but I tried Roach Chiropractic.  I couldn't believe it; I felt so much better after the first visit and improved even more after consecutive visits and feel so much better now,  I can even do martial arts with my daughter, much to people's surprise.  Dr Roach is awesome and so are the staff.  I highly recommend it to my family and friends and everyone else. Thank you.
                    

elliott tilley

3 weeks ago-

Dr. Roach is very experienced and knowledgeable. You are in good hands here. I sought treatment for a bad lower back, which effected me daily. Roach Chiro has improved my mobility and overall pain. Would recommend to anyone.

P Pack

a month ago-

I was introduced to Clayton and his amazing team by my wife after having back surgery that still left me with severe sciatica pain and little to no feeling in my left leg.  After 3 months of regular treatments with Clayton I have almost ...MoreI was introduced to Clayton and his amazing team by my wife after having back surgery that still left me with severe sciatica pain and little to no feeling in my left leg.  After 3 months of regular treatments with Clayton I have almost 100% feeling back in this leg after 5+ years of numbness.  I cannot wait to see what the next 3 months of treatments will do for me!!!!!  I have been to other Chiropractors in the past with little to no success...I recommend Roach Chiropractic to anyone looking for professional treatment and positive results.

      Peter Mckinnon

Bernice Lario

a month ago-

I was rear-ended in my car 9 times over 12 years. As a result, I've had neck problems ever since. I've also sprained my knees multiple times due to sports. I've been going to Dr. Roach for 8 years and he's had such a positive impact on my ...MoreI was rear-ended in my car 9 times over 12 years. As a result, I've had neck problems ever since. I've also sprained my knees multiple times due to sports. I've been going to Dr. Roach for 8 years and he's had such a positive impact on my health. The treatments make such a difference in how I feel and Dr. Roach has helped me to be able to walk again without pain. He's always positive, friendly and helpful. His genuine concern is always obvious. The office staff is always top notch. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Roach Chiropractic to people. Thank you! Bernice L.
                    

linda loveless

a month ago-

The staff at Roach Chiropractic Centre make me feel like I am visiting family when I arrive for an appointment.   Dr. Pellerine takes the time to chat with me and makes me feel very comfortable throughout my adjustment.  She also advises me every step along the way to a full recovery for my sciatica problem.

Samantha Poulain

3 weeks ago-

I had chronic low back pain for years before deciding to give chiropractic care a try. I wish I would have went sooner. I lived with very bad lower back pain for years that limited my activities of daily living and thought I would have to ...MoreI had chronic low back pain for years before deciding to give chiropractic care a try. I wish I would have went sooner. I lived with very bad lower back pain for years that limited my activities of daily living and thought I would have to live with it forever as nothing seemed to help. I was told there was nothing wrong with my back by multiple health care professionals. Working with Dr. Roach has been amazing and my back has been so much better. I can now do the activities I enjoy without pain. I've been seeing him for 4 years and now it's just once a month and I will continue to see him. His staff are of the upmost friendliest and I always recommend chiropractic care to my friends and family.
                    

Damian Daniels

2 weeks ago-

I've had an excellent experience at Roach Chiropractic. 
Clayton and Chris visited my work for a lunch and learn, not selling chiropractic care, but living a healthy life. Myself, with no injuries and looking to be as ...MoreI've had an excellent experience at Roach Chiropractic. 
Clayton and Chris visited my work for a lunch and learn, not selling chiropractic care, but living a healthy life. Myself, with no injuries and looking to be as healthy as possible, decided to get an assessment. As a runner and athlete, I felt great, but after my care I've noticed changes in my body, alignment, running gait and after a few weeks of care I noticed big changes.
I recommend everything about Roach Chiropractic. The office, the staff, the appointment times, the wait times, the parking. I've referred friends and family and I've been more than pleased with all of my experiences. And they have great massage therapists!
                    

David Hunter

5 months ago-

I met Clayton Roach at a Lunch and Learn at work. I was born with Klippel Feil Syndrome and have been told my whole life to never go to a Chiropractor.  They would tell me horror stories of being paralyzed for life.  When meeting with ...MoreI met Clayton Roach at a Lunch and Learn at work. I was born with Klippel Feil Syndrome and have been told my whole life to never go to a Chiropractor.  They would tell me horror stories of being paralyzed for life.  When meeting with Clayton I had explained to him that I have never gone a day without pain, I have never slept through the night without waking up with major leg pain or a wonderful Charlie horse.  After seeing him for only two weeks I was for the first time in life sleeping through the night and I have yet "Knock on Wood" had a Charlie horse.  It brings tears to my eyes to think that I could have relieved some of these issues many, many years ago.  

A friend told me that he is a miracle  worker and that if I had of gone somewhere else many years ago it just wouldn't not have been the same. I truly needed to meet him, talk to him and work with him.  

Growing up with Klippel Feil has had its challenges to say the least from kidney, to bowel, hearing lose and fertility issues to just name a few.  Nothing on this road has been easy except for signing up to see Dr. Roach!  

With all my heart I thank you and your staff.  Glad my son makes you giggle, he is one of my favorite miracles.  Donna Hunter xoxo

Iain Math

a month ago-

Dr. Roach and his staff are top notch customer care people. I've been going there for a long time and have no plans to quit!

Heather Cook

3 weeks ago-

I had a series of treatments in 2013 & found great success as a result of Dr Roaches treatments.
 I also enjoy the emails about the benefits of Chiropractics.
 Heather

Cortisone Shots: Is It Worth It?

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