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Testimonial for Steve Phillips’ Acupuncture Practice

Kaiser Permanente referred me to Steve for relief of long standing back pain radiating into both legs. Additionally, I have Fibromyalgia. My hope is to stay off pain medication as much as possible, instead relying upon acupuncture.

This was my first acupuncture experience. Surprisingly the period of time while the needles are in place is actually pleasurable due to an incredibly deep relaxation manifest during the session. However no lasting pain relief of any magnitude occurred after the first three sessions. Then, following my forth session a leap occurred; I could walk better due to reduced pain with straighter posture and increased leg strength. These positive results continued to expand with further treatment. Exacerbations of pain and stiffness occur if I miss my twice monthly sessions.

On some visits with Steve, I might also have sinus pain or headache. On those occasions besides the usual acupuncture points my added symptoms are targeted resulting in instant relief. Even abdominal bloating responds immediately to acupuncture. Steve adapts the treatment to changing symptoms.

I am sold on acupuncture for pain relief. Also I am sold on Steve’s practice due to his calm, gracious, and professional manner. There exists an aura of peace in Steve’s office; never a wait to be seen, only a smooth, quiet and efficient work flow. I highly recommend acupuncture to my friends and always suggest they see Steve.

Margaret Ann Dirks, RN, NP, MPH

Treated (for): Abdominal Bloating, Allergic Rhinitis, Allergies, Back Pain - General, Back Pain - Low, Digestive Disorders, Hay Fever, Pain Management, Relaxation, Sciatica, Sinus Headaches, Testimonials from Health Professionals

Noticed a big difference

I have had acne my whole life, and in the process, have seen numerous dermatologists who have prescribed Tetracycline, Retin A, and other topical solutions. My acne would always come back, there would always be some left over, but I had given up over years of treatment. In the process of being very stressed out, having acne breakouts, and being over the age of 30, I decided to go with Acupuncture. The treatment with Steve Phillips was a combo for stress and acne with Chinese herbs. My acne has totally cleared and I noticed improvements in stress reduction. After the third treatment I had noticed a big difference in my stress level and had made an emotional breakthrough in my personal life.

I am so happy to have made the decision to try Acupuncture. Thank you Steve!

Will

Treated (for): Acne, Dermatological (Skin) Disorders, Stress Management

Thankful

I have been using alternative medicine for at least thirty years, and am very familiar with the many different methods. At different times during the last several years, I have seen Steve for digestive problems, neck pain, breathing problems, and stress. The results for all of those conditions have been outstanding. The soreness in my neck kept me awake at night and was almost unbearable. After one acupuncture treatment, not only was my neck pain completely gone, but as a side benefit of that particular treatment, I was in a state of complete bliss! The difference was truly dramatic. My breathing problems (shortness of breath from a hiatal hernia) were relieved after several treatments. I am thankful to have found his office, and would consider him to be my first option for treatment. As an alternative practitioner, Steve is the best. I would highly recommend him to anyone considering acupuncture or herbal medicine, for his peaceful manner, his professionalism, and his consistent results.

Judy

Treated (for): Abdominal Bloating, Digestive Disorders, General Health, Neck Pain, Relaxation, Stress Management

Moving without pain

Steve was gracious enough to see me on a Sunday when my lower back pain spiked to about 8.5. He understood the problem immediately and with each needle the spasms relaxed. I was impressed with his skill with the needles, all I felt was the tap. Within 24 hours I was moving without pain.

Marty Castleberg

Treated (for): Back Pain - Low

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