Treatment for Neuropathy Pain Have to Involve Prescription Drugs?
...ABSOLUTELY NOT!
Treating a problem by masking the symptoms has never been a viable long term solution Previous treatment options for
medications This type of pain relief is temporary Often these treatments lead to even more health problems, or worse yet
prescription pain pills while initially using them to alleviate the pain Many patients have been frustrated by traditional care, only to find their symptoms getting worse It is time to look into a solution to your pain that does not involve medication
Peripheral Neuropathy Explained
Peripheral Neuropathy occurs when nerves in the extremities are damaged or destroyed Like static on a telephone line, this interrupts the normal communication between the brain and the skin, muscles and other parts of the body This condition predominantly affects the peripheral limbs (legs, feet, arms, and hands)
Diabetes is one potential cause of peripheral neuropathy, as uncontrolled sugar levels can damage your nerves Some other causes of neuropathy may include: reduced blood flow, hereditary disorders, inflammation, vitamin deficiencies, and certain medications
There are many symptoms of peripheral neuropathy, which is essentially damage to the peripheral nerve system Some neuropathy sufferers describe it as wearing an invisible sock, pins and needles, burning pain, or extreme electric-like sensitivity to touch Others report the sensation of walking on broken glass or thumbtacks
NEUROPATHY FACTS
• More than 100 types of peripheral neuropathy have been identified, each with its own symptoms and prognosis
• Peripheral neuropathy may be either inherited or acquired through disease processes or trauma In many cases, however, a specific cause cannot be identified
• Peripheral nerves have the ability to regenerate axons, as long as the nerve cell itself has not died
Source:
Neuropathy May Contribute to Emotional Stress and Depression.
symptoms could be due to peripheral neuropathy It is a condition that can be misdiagnosed or ignored until it is unbearable This can affect all aspects of your life and may even cause emotional stress or depression
The Solution: Non-Surgical, Lasting Neuropathy Pain Treatment
Decompression we have developed a drug-free program
peripheral neuropathy The foundation of this highly successful treatment regimen is Light therapy called HealthLight The HealthLight device consists of boot and calf pads that contain more than 250 red and infrared diodes Light energy from the
production, and draws water, oxygen and nutrients to the damaged area Treatments are painless and gentle as the light is absorbed by the cells beneath the skin
This creates an optimal environment that helps reduce pain, inflammation, burning, tingling and numbness, and actually improves the ability to feel sensations
The Whole Program
In addition to the HealthLight, our program also incorporates several other modalities to improve nerve function, some of which include vibration therapy, balance training, and soft tissue m
necessary, to help address vitamin deficiencies and improve circulation With this multi faceted approach, we are able to customize the program to your individual needs and achieve the most effective results in relieving your symptoms of peripheral neuropathy
Not All Neuropathy Treatments Are Created Equal
There are many types of neuropathy treatments available today Do not confuse this treatment with a common TENS device that is designed to temporarily block nerve signals In fact, it is just the opposite – it works to improve nerve function
Are You a Candidate for our Peripheral Neuropathy Program?
Patients come to us with all types of peripheral neuropathy
The potential causes are many and sometimes there is no clear risk factor for neuropathy Regardless, our first step is to evaluate your specific case to determine if it is a type of peripheral neuropathy we can help If so, the prognosis is generally favorable and treatment time is predictable Your neuropathy pain may be significantly reduced or possibly eliminated without serious side effects or potential dependency on medication in as little as six weeks
No Obligation Visit
We s t M i
S p i n a l Decompression, we are committed to getting you well and putting your life back on track again So that you can learn more about our facility and our technically advanced procedures, we are offering a no obligation consultation and evaluation Call today to schedule an appointment to see if you are a candidate for this procedure We look forward to meeting you!
- Dr Darl D Albrecht and Dr Seth Albrecht
C hr istian Neighbors thanks our amazing volunteers for their countless hours of time and energ y as we ser ve our neighbors in need.
Many artists will be displaying artwork and engaging with the community during this event.
Barbed Wire Cafe,140 S Main St
Lori Lapekes, acrylic painting
Christyl Burnett, Red Clay Pottery
Ransom District Library, 180 S Sherman Ave
Plainwell Elementary, Middle and High School
student art work
IHSI Institute of Massage, 121 S Anderson St
Carmen Moore, acrylic paintings
Design Street/Gifted Boutique, 115 W Bridge St
Advanced Design Street Artists, art demonstrations
House of Mosaic, 119 W Bridge St
Eric Strader, pottery
Jason Reicherts, watercolor and ink
Michelle Zurich & Katherine Martin, things of steel
Dean's Ice Cream, 307 N Sherwood Ave
Carolyn Buskirk, stained glass
Old Mill Brewpub & Grill, 717 E Bridge St
Geoff Stockton, fingerstyle jazz
City Hall, 141 N Main St
Collywobbles Theatre Co
SPONSORS:
PERFORMANCE ARTISTS
Collywobbles Theatre Co, City Hall
Dramatic performance of old time radio plays, with live sound effects, performed every 20-30 minutes
Eric Sullivan, Magician, Fortress of Solitude
Gemini Moon, Ransom District Library
Michigan-based indie-pop/rock duo featuring Joe Chamberlin and Casmira Draconi
Musician, Geoff Stockton, Old Mill Brewpub & Grill Jazz Guitarist
SOCIAL DISTRICT
PARTICIPATING LOCATIONS
1871 Taproom, 107 S Main St
Featuring drink specials, smoked trout dip and buffalo chicken dip appetizers, seafood & burger specials, house made key-lime pie; music by "Left on Main"
House of Mosaic, 119 W Bridge St
NEW THIS YEAR!
Spend $20 or more in any venue and you will be entered into a drawing for prizes/gift certificates
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Items For Sale
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Home Improvement
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Jeffrey B Hoy t, Builder, (269)760-0035 All your building needs, no job too big or small Licensed/insured Senior discount
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11th Annual Gus Macker Tournament Otsego, MI AUGUST 22-23
Walking Routes for the Community Shoppers Guide Apply in person or online: www CommunityShoppersGuide net The paper is delivered between 6:30am Friday and noon Saturday Must have working phone Direct Care Staff Wanted: $15 90 star t out Full or par t-time wanted 2nd or 3rd shift We will train (269)271-7462
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Help Wanted: Renewed Hope Health Clinic in Allegan is seeking a Par t-Time Director Position is volunteer with transition to hourly wage as discretionary funds are available Detailed job description as well as requirements can be requested by email: Director renewedhope@gmail com
Driving Routes for the Community Shoppers Guide $200-$250/mo Delivery done between 6am Friday and noon Saturday Must have reliable vehicle It takes two people to deliver, one driving and one hang ing papers Must have working phone Stop in to apply (117 N Farmer St , Otsego) or online at communityshoppersguide net, click on employment tab
Scott Keyzer Roofing: Call Scott for all your roofing, gutter screen installation and repair needs Free estimates (269)929-3149 Drywall/Repair Work: Big and small jobs Fully insured 40 years experience Call Tom Teunessen (616)218-2877
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Legacy Lawn – Small company, been in business for 30+ years Need it mowed?? Top quality results Let’s get ya looking good! 269-254-5826
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PUBLIC NOTICE
CITY OF OTSEGO RESIDENTS
HYDR ANT F LUSH I NG
April 20th thru April 30th, 2026
The City of Otsego Water Department will flush all fire hydrants This is done to remove any stale water that may be in the system and insure that the fire hydrants are working properly You may experience some reduced pressure and discoloration during this process If discoloration occurs let your water run until it clears
CITY OF OTSEGO WATER DEPARTMENT
H yd r a n t F l u s h i n g
City of Plainwell April 17, 2026
City crews will flush every hydrant beginning at 2:00am on Friday, April 17, 2026 Bouts of discolored water or reduced water pressure may occur
Please check water before each use and use accordingly If discolored, let run until clear
Plainwell Public Works 269-685-9363
Debara
Kay ULRICH AGE 66 - GOBLES, MI
Marcia WELLS AGE 73 - PLAINWELL, MI
APRIL 19-25 2026
C hr istian Neighbors
thanks our amazing volunteers for their countless hours of time and energ y as we ser ve our neighbors in need
V isit: christianneighbors org to volunteer!
Debara Kay Ulrich, age 66 of Gobles, passed away on February 14, 2026 surrounded by her loving family She was born on July 11, 1959 to Gary and Nola (Kirvan) Harps After graduating with the Plainwell High School class of 1977, she married the love of her life and high school sweetheart, Rick, with whom she shared over 48 years of a devoted marriage While in high school, she worked at Burger Chef and later years, at Movie Magic in Gobles Deb was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister and friend She will be fondly remembered by all who knew her for her love of antiques, her visits to casinos, her passion for trivia and her enjoyment of movies She went all out decorating her house for all holidays and could be found at all her daughters' and grandsons' sports and band activities She is survived by her husband, Rick; daughters, Jessica (Aaron) Coash, Jacque (Norm) Hotrum, and Kimberly (Justin) Avery; four grandsons, Mel and Sam Coash and Liam and Brody Avery; her parents, Gary and Nola Harps; siblings, Karyn Morris and Gus Harps; brothers-in-law, Doug (Sue) Dehaan and Jeff Dehaan; as well as numerous relatives and friends who will miss her dearly Deb is preceded in death by her in-laws, Harold and Leona Dehaan and Robert Ulrich A celebration of Deb's life will be held in July
Help Wanted Renewed Hope Health Clinic in Allegan is seeking a Part-Time Director
Position is volunteer with transition to hourly wage as discretionary funds are available Detailed job description as well as requirements can be requested by email: Director.renewedhope@gmail.com
Thursday, April 23, 2026 11:00 a.m.
OTSEGO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 223 E Allegan St Otsego, MI
Your mind matters and right now, millions are struggling 1 in 5 adults faces a mental health challenge each year, with anxiety and depression affecting tens of millions Young adults, especially, are under intense pressure, with nearly 1 in 3 experiencing severe distress The battlefield of the mind is real but you don’t have to fight alone Join us this Sunday for a brand‐new message series called The Mind of Christ: Winning the Mental War and learn to take every thought captive, find peace, and live free in Christ In this series, we’ll uncover the lies, doubts, and fears that keep us from living in freedom Learn how to think like Jesus so you can fight off mental strongholds, and experience peace through every storm You can, by God’s grace, take control of your thoughts and win the mental war
See you Sunday at 10:40! Pastor Lenny Luchetti
Breast Cancer Support Group Beacon Plainwell Jan - Oct 4th Tuesday 6-8 pm JustOursGroup@gmail com
Aux 3030 Smashburger Dinner! Friday, April 17, 5-7pm VF W Post 3030, downtown Otsego Public welcome! Veterans eat free!
Marcia Wells was born on May 24, 1952, in Munith, Michigan, to Hazel “Irene” (Bailey) and Grats “Buster” Howard During her childhood years, her family settled in Plainwell, Michigan - a place she would always call home While she spent short periods elsewhere, Plainwell is where she lived the life she loved and built the life she was so proud of She grew up alongside her siblings Eugene “Gene”, Betty, Kenny, Dave, Vivian, Linda, Grats “Bucky”, and Penny From an early age, Marcia helped care for her younger siblings and would often share stories of carrying Linda and Penny on her hip as they grew up She was deeply connected to her family, very close with her siblings, and cherished every moment spent together Being with her family was her favorite place to be She attended Delton Kellogg Schools and carried those values of love, hard work, and taking care of others with her throughout her life Marcia spent many years working at Stanford Lodge in Plainwell, Perrigo, Ferris State University in the kitchen, and William Crispe Nursing Home No matter where she was, people felt cared for That was simply who she was On December 21, 1971, she gave birth to her son, Brian, who became her entire world She loved being a mother - and she was truly, naturally, incredibly good at it In 1986, she met Rick Wells, and the two built a love that would last a lifetime They were married on June 20, 1987, and spent nearly 39 years side by side Together, they blended their families with love and intention - Rick with Debbie Dee, Ricky Jr , and Jake, and Marcia with Brian - and created a home filled with warmth, laughter, and deep connection They started out with a small radio to listen to, a truck that needed just a little encouragement to make it down the road, a few kids, and a whole lot of hope, faith, and love Over the years, they planted the seeds of something truly beautiful and tended to it together - growing a strong, loving family, much like the gardens Marcia cared for so deeply Marcia was a proud and devoted mother to Brian, Debbie Dee, Ricky Jr , and Jake She loved her children fiercely and completely She also shared a very special bond with her daughter-in-law Joanna, whom she loved as her own daughter Marcia loved life in a way you could feel She loved her home, which was always warm, welcoming, and beautifully kept Her flower gardens were full and thriving - a true reflection of her green thumb and her love for nature and the outdoors She loved to cook and bring people together, always making sure everyone was comfortable, cared for, and well fed Her greatest joy was her family - and she poured her whole heart into them She and Rick created countless memories traveling and camping, often packing up on a whim and heading up north for the weekend with a picnic basket and no real plan other than being together In their earlier years, she loved riding on the back of Rick’s motorcycle, holding on tight and enjoying every second In her later years, her beloved dog Chrissy became her constant companion, bringing comfort, joy, and steady love as Marcia faced health challenges with strength and grace She also loved her dogs Mistie and Kayla, who preceded her in death Marcia had a laugh that could lift any spirit and a smile that lit up every room Her heart was as big as Alaskafull of kindness, warmth, and love She had a way of making people feel seen, important, and deeply cared for Her blue eyes were as beautiful as her spirit, and her presence is something that will never be forgotten She was preceded in death by her parents; her siblings Eugene “Gene”, Betty, Linda, and Penny; her daughter Patricia; her granddaughter Portia; and her beloved dogs Mistie and Kayla She is survived by her loving husband Rick; her son Brian; her children Debbie Dee, Ricky Jr , and Jake; her daughter-in-law Joanna; her cherished grandchildren Courtnie, Chelsea, Josh, David, Cody, and Jaden; several great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews She is also survived by her brothers David, Kenny, and Grats; her sister Vivian; and her adopted sister Emily Marcia was deeply loved She loved life, she loved her people, and she gave that love freely and fully That love will continue to live on in every life she touched Marcia passed away at 8:19 a m on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, at Rose Arbor Hospice, holding Rick’s hand Cremation has taken place per her request There will be no funeral at this time A celebration of life will be held at a later date, to be announced In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Rose Arbor Hospice in memory of Marcia Thank you to everyone for the outpouring of love and support during this time
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“POST EASTER”
“But Chr ist has indeed been raised from the dead, the first-fr uits of those who have fallen asleep” I Corinthians 15:20
By Rev Dan Minor - revdm nor1945@gma l com
What is the lasting significance of our Lord’s r e s u r r
o m t h
d e a
? W h i l e t h e resurrection of Jesus Chr ist has been debated, disputed and denied, it has also been believed, affir med and celebrated In fact, the resurrection of Jesus Chr ist is the one tr uth that separates Chr istianity from all other religions It was the central message of the First Centur y Church which continues to this day
Apostle Paul posed a question which all of us must respond to What if He had not been raised? Paul stated five dreadful consequences for not believing in the resurrection as follows: (1) Our preaching is in vain (2) Our faith is useless (3) We are false witnesses (4) We are still hopeless sinners (5) Those who have died are lost forever (I Cor inthians 15:12-18)
“But Chr ist has indeed been raised from the dead, the first-fr uits of those who have fallen asleep” (I Cor inthians 15:20) The ter m first-fr uits is the first par t of the har vest which faithful Jews brought to the temple as an offer ing (Leviticus 23:9-14) Just as they were a sign of the har vest to come, the
resurrection of all believers in the time to come
Jesus said, “Because I live, you shall live also” (John 14:19) It is a fact that our Lord’s resurrected body is the patter n of our future resurrected bodies as believers (I Cor inthians 15:35-44; Philippians 3:20, 21)
Dur ing these days of Post Easter, we live with the glor ious tr uth that our preaching is not in vain; our faith is not useless; our witness to our Living Lord is tr ue; there is hope for all sinners and one day we will live forever with Him and all believers in Heaven above
Prayer: Dear Lord, we are living witnesses of Your resurrection In Your strong name Amen.
Fish Fry, Otsego V.F.W. Post 3030 Friday, April 24 - 5:00-7:00pm Public Welcome
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Services
Rogers Plumbing, Heating & A/C Service, Inc Call the company that’s local & experienced Serving this area since 1966, licensed and insured 269-694-4673, 269-217-5454
Damber Tree & Yard Service LLC: Lawn mowing, tree removal, retaining walls, gravel drive work, rototilling, gutter cleaning Online: Damber tys com Call (269)251-5602 Local, family-owned
Rough Cut Sawmill Wood Service Located on West AB Ave , Otsego Call (269)529-7316
Swegles Handyman Service: Roofing, plumbing, decks, all home repairs Insured, quality work 269-243-0468
Dan's Tree Service: Free estimates Senior discount Fully insured (269)664–5455 or Matt (269)569-1031 www danstreeinc com Veteran-owned
Mar tin Transmission- Not just transmissions We offer full service auto repair Locally owned & operated for over 20 years Free quotes 565 Lincoln Rd (M-89), Otsego (269)694-5500
Monty’s Tree Service: Licensed/insured Free estimates (269)204-8207
Tree & Brush Clearing, yard clean-up Fallen tree and stump removal, tree cutting Reliable and insured Call Scott (269)929-3149
Powerwashing, Replacement Windows, doors, and roofing Call Farmer Construction Local Builder Check us out on Facebook 269-420-9748
Budget Appliance Service Prompt, Professional and Affordable Service Call us today for your appliance repair needs (269)685-8902 Ted LaFountain, Owner
Small Eng ine Repair: Mowers, trimmers, chainsaws All makes Call Brian at Smith Bros (269)217-3247
R&B Services Accepting new lawncare customers Mowing pruning spring and storm cleanups Free estimates 269-720-8384
Spring Home Repairs, tree & yard clean-up and hauling. Text or call: (269)568-7316
Concrete Flatwork: For all your concrete flatwork needs! Pole barn, floors, driveways, driveway replacement, sidewalks, patios Bobcat services available (269)509-2153
