Hi, this is Dr. Philipose here at Venturis Clinic, and today I want to talk about the importance of getting a second opinion.
Second opinions are especially valuable for people who have already tried multiple treatments—like physical therapy, medications, or even surgery—and still haven’t found lasting relief. In fact, about 90% of the cases we see at our clinic involve patients who are frustrated and searching for answers after conventional care has failed.
Often, key issues are overlooked in initial diagnoses. A great example is patients diagnosed with herniated or degenerative disc disease who experience pain off to the side of the spine. This type of pain is commonly misattributed, but what we often find is SI joint instability—where the ligaments connecting the L4/L5 vertebrae to the pelvis have become unstable.
The result? Pain on either the right or left side, making sitting, walking, and daily activities extremely uncomfortable—even though the diagnosis points to the spine, the actual cause is ligament instability.
Here’s what we do differently:
We perform a digital motion X-ray, ultrasound evaluation, and compare previous MRIs to assess dynamic joint movement and detect instability that static imaging may miss.
Additionally, other conditions are often interconnected. For example, instability in the atlanto-axial ligament (at the top of the neck) can cause inflammation of the vagus nerve (cranial nerve X) or cranial nerve VIII, leading to symptoms like:
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Vertigo
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IBS-like digestive issues
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Headaches or dizziness
By identifying these root causes, we can create a targeted treatment plan—often using regenerative therapies such as prolotherapy and neural therapy—to reduce inflammation, restore stability, and help your body heal.
Ready for Answers?
If you or a loved one are tired of taking medications, frustrated with vague diagnoses, or facing surgery without clear alternatives, it may be time for a second opinion.
Call Dr. Philipose at Venturis Clinic in Oklahoma City at (405) 848-7246 and take the first step toward real healing and long-term wellness.