The irascible Becker receives a taste of his own bitter medicine when his back suddenly gives out and he is forced to reach out to Reggie for help. Having recently entered into a heated debate with the outspoken restaurateur, the prospect of asking for her assistance proves especially humbling for the arrogant Bronx medico. Incensed at Reggie's recommendation that he visit an acupuncturist, Becker begins to reconsider when he is left lying on his apartment floor. Later, Margaret discovers that she has a not-so-secret admirer in the form of her love-struck postman.