Osteopath Burnley, Lancashire - My MSK Reviews Summary

Diagnosis and Treatment Efficacy

Pros:

• "Was recommended to speak to Dr Akhtar, I'm glad I did since he diagnosed it as a herniated disc."
• "I attended the clinic for guided steroid injections in both hips. Dr Akhtar was extremely welcoming and professional."
• "Dr Akhtar was very welcoming and the consultation was very thorough."
• "Dr Amir looked at my MRI scan which I went private for. basically have a trapped never and a slipped disc."
• "Dr Akhtar has managed to correctly diagnose my knee issue and advise appropriate physio exercises."
• "Dr Akhtar diagnosed that it was my hip that was causing my pain even to the extent that he lay on the floor to better look at my stance."
• "Dr Akhtar diagnosed the reason for my lower back pain and also did the epidural injection on my lower back relieving my pain instantly."
• "I was given cortisone injection, and told to see how it goes and report any concerns."

Cons:

• "The private hospital where I had the MRI scan and X-ray carried out quoted me £1500 just for the surgery time to administer a cortisone injection."
• "As I had very little back pain, just pain in my ankles and feet, I was just getting pushed from pillar to post."
• "I went with excruciating pain as had last 3 weeks, Dr Amir examined and assessed thoroughly, been to other osteos/physios and mention no names and all said different diagnosis."
• "After experiencing severe back pain with a slipped disc, I was recommended by a colleague to make an appointment to see Dr Akhtar."
• "I was seen promptly by Dr Amir who was lovely in person. I felt very relaxed in his company."
• "The NHS orthopaedic surgeon said that basically, ankle fusion was the only option."
• "I have been told on numerous occasions that my only remaining options are a double knee replacement."
• "I was more than impressed with my treatment at My MSK in Burnley last Thursday."

Patient Experience and Clinic Atmosphere

Pros:

• "The Clinic itself is spotlessly clean with a very calming atmosphere as soon as you walk in."
• "Booking my appointment was made easy by a very friendly receptionist."
• "I recently attended the Clinic and found both Dr. Akhtar and the young man on reception to be kind, considerate and easy to talk to."
• "I received outstanding care and would highly recommend."
• "I was given a short notice appointment, the environment is very clean and Dr Akhtar puts you at ease on your arrival."
• "I have had 3 Appointments @ this clinic, and have been very impressed with Dr. Aakhtar's Professionalism and skill."
• "I saw Dr Akhtar with a shoulder injury that I could not explain how it happened, and that I had coped with for several weeks until it's made worse through work."
• "Great facility with friendly staff, I had been having issues for months with my shoulder and the treatment and diagnosis I received has helped greatly."

Cons:

• "After being given incorrect information and treatment by NHS physicians, I went to Dr Akhtar in sheer desperation."
• "A friend of my daughter recommended Dr Akhtar, who had previously treated her."
• "From start to finish it was a pleasant experience. The clinic itself is amazing and the staff thoroughly professional."
• "I arranged for injections for my back after being referred to a waiting list for them and not being able to put up with the pain much longer."
• "The whole appointment was around an hour & after one week from my treatment my shoulder is significantly better & almost now pain free."
• "I visited Dr Akhtar recently with severe shoulder calcification when all pain relief methods were failing."
• "I have spinal injections. He is always professional."
• "This is the most friendly professional service I have ever had this chap is absolutely dedicated to get rid of your pains."

Cost and Accessibility

Pros:

• "Thanks to Dr. Akhtar I got back on my feet. Much appreciated!"
• "I can now exercise and even just walk without being constantly aware of my hip. Most days I don't even give my hip a thought!"
• "A really strong clinical environment at such a reasonable price is a must for anyone needing expert treatment."
• "The cost of my treatment was probably about a quarter to a fifth of what I would have paid at the private hospital."
• "The treatment has most certainly worked and I only wish I saw him sooner."
• "I have now been to Dr Acktar twice, with problems with my left wrist and right shoulder. On both visits he was extremely professional and thorough."
• "Would highly recommend. Had a very thorough consultation with Dr Akhtar."
• "I have severe back problems and sometimes I can't even walk! Dr Akhtar has been amazing over the past year with my treatment."

Cons:

• "The waiting list for the two injections with NHS is 18 months."
• "Referred to Salford Royal by my GP to discuss spinal injection. Salford Royal advised 60 week waiting list before you are given an initial appointment."
• "I have resisted due to the possible implications, waiting for an alternative treatment."
• "I went to see Dr Akhtar with a foot problem. He saw me promptly and was very helpful and professional."
• "I arranged for injections for my back after being referred to a waiting list for them and not being able to put up with the pain much longer."
• "I felt immediate relief and my back hasn't felt as good in years."
• "I can't Thank Dr Akhtar Enough, I walked in to make an appointment but Dr Akhtar was kind enough to see me straight away."
• "I have had 3 Appointments @ this clinic, and have been very impressed with Dr. Aakhtar's Professionalism and skill."