SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Board Certified in Pain Medicine, and Medical Acupuncture. Over 18 years of experience in sports and musculoskeletal pain medicine in the Minneapolis and Western suburbs. 

Trained at the University of Minnesota Medical School and residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the Mayo Clinic.  He has been named to the list of Minneapolis/St. Paul Magazine “Top Doctors” and is included in the Guide to Top Doctors in the U.S.   He founded the Sports Medicine Center, Low Back Clinic and Acupuncture program at Park Nicollet Clinic in the 1990’s one of the largest multispecialty clinics in the U.S.  He is currently an Adjunct Associate Professor of Physical Medicine Rehabilitation at the University of Minnesota Medical School. He received his training in Prolotherapy using the Hackett technique from Dr. Gustav Hemwall in courses and preceptorships with Dr. Hemwall and Dr. Ross Hauser. And the West Coast technique with Dr. Dorman. He has been using prolotherapy in his practice since 1992 and uses the Hackett technique. He trained in Neural Therapy with Dr. Huneke, Fischer, and  Hauser. He volunteers his prolotherapy and neural therapy skills at Buelah Land Natural Medicine Clinic  in Thebes Illinois periodically, and does volunteer medical missions in developing nations.

Dr. Kramer integrates modern medicine and complementary medicine techniques to provide innovative pain relief solutions for his patients, helping them “get back to the active life they love”.

AFFILIATIONS:
American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
American Association of Orthopaedic Medicine
American Academy of Medical Acupuncture
Christian Medical and Dental Association

CONSULTATION SPECIALIZING IN:
Sports injuries

Musculoskeletal pain, sprains, strains and joint pains including those suffered by runners, fitness participants, recreational athletes, golfers, tennis players.

Arthritis - especially degenerative arthritis limiting activities: arthritis of the knees, hips, shoulders, neck, back or other joints.

Persistent or recurrent low back pain, disc problems, neck pain, headaches and TMJ

Chronic back pain, whiplash and neck pain

Chronic nagging conditions that have not responded to other treatment

Neurologic pain, reflex sympathetic dystrophy, post herpetic neuralgia or fibromyalgia

TREATMENTS INCLUDE:
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation consultation for diagnosis and developing a treatment plan. Treatment plans may include specific exercise, medications, referrals for physical therapy / training, soft tissue or myofascial work, or special procedures performed by Dr. Kramer, such as:

Prolotherapy - specialized injections to strengthen ligaments and stabilize joints, especially for chronic pain conditions, joint instabilities and degenerative arthritis, back or neck pain.

Neural Therapy - specialized injections for chronic pain and medical conditions such as neuropathic pain, reflex dystrophy and resistant pain conditions.

Trigger Point and Joint Injections - for muscle, tendon or joint inflammation and myofascial pain.

Medical Acupuncture - for pain and selective conditions, shingles, low back pain, carpal tunnel, shoulder pain, and neuropathic pain.

LOCATIONS:
The Marsh Center for Balance and Fitness, 15000 Minnetonka Blvd., Minnetonka
Midwest Wellness Center, 10564 France Ave. S., Bloomington

Dr. Kramer Testimonials

Patricia H.  “I’ve been suffering with low back and non-specific leg pain for over five years.  Sitting has been very problematic, limiting my ability to be in a car, go to movies, concerts and the theatre.  I’ve been a hatha yoga student for many years and the pain has been restricting many postures.  I’d ready an article in the ‘Twin Cities wellness’ publication submitted by Dr. Kramer regarding chronic pain and felt it was worth looking into.  He suggested Prolotherapy to tighten and heal the ligaments.  To date, I’ve had five sessions of prolotherapy injections in my low back and have seen an 85% improvement.  I can once again sit and engage in activities I enjoy.  I experienced less pain and was encouraged to maintain my physical activities.”

Patricia B.  “Dr. George H. Kramer saw me in October of 2003 for a variety of problems associated with degenerative joint disease and previous injuries.”  In the past “I have used heat/cold, ibuprofen, taping, stretches, and splinting to get relief of symptoms.  I contacted Dr. Kramer to discuss the use of Prolotherapy on all areas of discomfort for me.  Relief from discomfort in all areas has been excellent.  I have been able to dance, play tennis and golf and resume walking on a treadmill for 45 minutes to an hour daily.  I would recommend this type of treatment for anyone experiencing discomfort of any kind.  This is an excellent alternative to cortisone shots or surgery and seems to e more successful to me.  Dr. Kramer is wonderful to work with.  He is kind, personable, caring and a very spiritual person as well.  I have never trusted a doctor as I trust him.”

Lynette C.    “I was told by a podiatrist about seven years ago that I needed joint replacement surgery on the left big toe joint.  I was having trouble walking because of the feeling my left arch was falling, and the ball of my foot hurt.  The podiatrist ordered orthotics.  I also tried other treatments such as:  whirlpool, ultrasound, rest, taping, Vioxx, glucosamine and chondroitin.  All with very little positive effect.  Dr. Kramer provided prolotherapy.  After three treatments I can jump a little.  Although I still have some pain, I can wear closed shoes.  I take no pain killers ever for the problem.”

Jean B.  Last summer I injured my lower back, and was fortunate enough to find Dr. Kramer working at the Marsh health club in Minnetonka.  He checked me over, and quickly diagnosed an injured disc.  So he set me up with several different physical therapy programs to see which would work the best.  I was disappointed; however, that Dr. Kramer was not covered by my insurance, so I had to stop seeing him.  The amazing thing about Dr, Kramer was that he continued to be interested in my progress.  In fact, several months later, he called me at home to ask how I was doing!  Not many doctors would go that far.  Dr. Kramer seems to care about his patients (even the former ones!), and is quick to return calls, and even emails!

Barbara A.     Dr. Kramer demonstrated to me his thoroughness when I was referred to him as a possible candidate for Prolotherapy.   My past diagnosis was degenerative disk disease.  Dr. Kramer’s competence has been shown by the way he asks questions and gets to the underlying problem, his knowledge of medicine and alternative methods, and his ability to treat what needs to be treated.  He cares about what he is doing as a doctor and he cares about the emotional experiences people with chronic pain suffer.  Dr. Kramer keeps this body going physically, mentally and spiritually.

Juanita B.  I have arthritis in both knees, so all doctors I went to gave me shots of cortisone.  It wasn’t helping, so I was told I would need surgery.  I didn’t care to have my knees cut open and replaced with ’whatever.’  Then I read an article on Prolotherapy and was able to find a doctor right here in town!  Dr. George Kramer has worked on me since January 2004 and I don’t have any pain in my knees anymore.  I’m also now doing my shopping, errands, etc; things I was unable to do before… and no surgery.  There is another way.

Phyllis B.  I searched for a therapy that would treat tibel tendonitis after being treated for ten years with podiatry, orthopedic, chiropractic and physical therapy.  My condition deteriorated to the point of walking with pain and constant inflammation in my leg, ankle, and foot.  I tried cortisone injections, ultra sound, medication, physical therapy and a brace.  Dr.  Kramer provided Prolotherapy to my affected areas.  Improvement started after the third series of injections.  I had six series of injections over a period of six months.  I found Dr. Kramer to be very professional with giving injections and very caring for my health.  I recommend Prolotherapy to anyone with chronic pain instead of surgery.

John R.  “In October of 2002 I twisted my shoulder in an incident.  I went to the hospital and was given some medication to alleviate the swelling and was advised to limit my use beyond stretching for a period of time.  After a couple of months, my shoulder still wasn’t feeling one hundred percent, so I sought out the opinion of a surgeon.  After an MRI, I was told there was, again, nothing wrong with my shoulder.  At this point, I had had enough and spent several hours researching shoulder injuries on the internet.  Eventually I located a website presenting Prolotherapy treatment.  I was most attracted to the procedure because it did not involve any medication.  Immediately after the injection, although stiff, my shoulder did not have the usual pain.  Within a few days, the stiffness went away and, slowly but surely, my shoulder improved from where it was prior to the treatment.  I would certainly recommend the procedure to others who have tissue or joint injuries that don’t seem to respond to any other form of treatment or who may want to try this as an alternative to surgical procedures.”

Cathy B.  “I was diagnosed with scoliosis when I was 14 years old.  Each year my back and neck pain seemed to get worse.  I would go from one injury to another because I refused to change my activities.  Since the “western” medicine system wouldn’t or couldn’t help me, I decided to try any alternatives that wouldn’t make things worse.  I have tried many things such as:  massage therapy, physical therapy, ultrasound, steroid injections, exercises, crystal energy work, heated stones, Chakra clearing, spiritual healing, meditation, Hands on Healing and Reiki.  All have had a positive impact on me, but nothing has helped with the pain.  Since I started Prolotherapy treatments, there are many things that I have done that I wouldn’t have considered doing, such as:  take a vacation on an airplane, swim and boogie board in the ocean, swim with dolphins and drive in a car for 8 hours or more.  Working with Dr. Kramer is wonderful.  Before we start any session, we pray.  This is at my request and Dr. Kramer prays with me and for me before we start any injections.  He is a compassionate man that truly cares about his patients.  He will not lie to you; he has told me that Prolotherapy will not correct my more serious problems, but it might help with the level or intensity of pain.  Prolotherapy is a therapy that has worked for me, and I am grateful that it is available.”

Physicians Add Your Listing, Update Your Listing or learn more about Prolotherapy Training

The physicians listed in getprolo.com referral program have paid for membership in the program.  Their listing here does not constitute an endorsement. Books, Publications, Audio or Video Tapes, Supplements or any other material offered for sale by physicians listed in getprolo.com are offered by those physicians and not by getprolo.com. Getprolo.com is not liable or responsible for any transactions made at those physicians websites or affiliated sites.  

Getprolo.com cannot guarantee the accuracy of any resources or information from or about the physicians listed on this website.

The opinions and statements in this website DO NOT necessarily reflect the opinions of the physician members of the getprolo.com referral network and are those of the article author only.

A medical testimonial is intended to represent that everyone will obtain the same favorable results from a given therapy. Getprolo.com disclaims any such intention. 

Prolotherapy is a medical technique. As with any medical technique, results will vary among individuals. Prolotherapy may not work for you and as with all medical procedures there are risks involved. These risks should be discussed with a qualified health care professional prior to any treatment.

This information is offered for educational purposes only. Do not act or rely upon the information on this website without seeking independent professional medical advice. 

This site is operated by Beulah Land Corporation.
715 Lake Street Suite 600 Oak Park, IL 60301 ©2001-2010 Beulah Land Corporation