"I have been Dr. Howard’s patient for several years. I was referred to him by my orthopedic surgeon for chronic lower back pain. I had a spinal laminectomy and fusion on L-4 & L-5 in 1996 and arthritis had set in.

The pain was to the point where I was walking with a cane and had trouble standing up straight. Dr. Howard was a life saver to me! He started me with spinal injections and pain meds. When it got to the point where that didn’t help anymore, he talked to me about having a spinal cord stimulator implanted. That has worked wonderfully. My quality of life is greatly improved! My heartfelt thanks go to Dr. Howard and his highly qualified staff. I look forward to my appointments with him as I know that he will treat me with the most up to date treatments. I highly recommend Dr. Howard to anyone who is in need of a pain doctor. I not only consider him my doctor, but also my friend."
Ruthanne, Pekin, IL

"I was referred to Dr. Howard by an orthopedic surgeon. The injections are the only source of relief for my cervical and lumbar spinal stenosis. Each treatment has lasted several months and has improved my mobility. I’m very satisfied with my treatments and want to thank Dr. Howard for the great care I’ve received."
Peggy, Peoria, IL

"I was referred to Dr. Howard after 2 back surgeries. A third surgery was being considered. My back pain was limiting my love to travel. Dr. Howard provided injection therapy for a year, but I needed something more permanent. So Dr. Howard and his nurse recommended ‘Neurostimulation’ therapy. After a successful trial, the stimulator was implanted in my back. This allows me to control my level of pain. Dr. Howard is a great caring doctor. And I have the utmost respect for his courteous staff."
Ruth, Peoria, IL

"I was diagnosed with spinal stenosis, degenerative disc disease and arthritis. My problems were so extensive that surgery was not an option. It became so painful to walk that I could only take short shuffling steps in the morning. I became stooped, walking only short distances with a cane. After epidural injections by Dr. Howard my mobility has improved so that I seldom need a cane anymore. I was able to resume therapy in the heated pool improving my muscle tone. I have been able to enjoy my hobby gardening again."
Stephanie, Dunlap, IL

"After two back surgeries and many years exhausting Western and Eastern medicine for ways to relieve my chronic nerve pain, I was referred to Dr. Howard. He implanted a Spinal Neurostimulator and since then I can work, exercise and enjoy life without pain and with very few limitations. Dr. Howard, his wonderful staff and Medtronics gave me my life back."
Nora, Galesburg, IL