Testimonials

The treatments work to manage my pain

I have been going to Steve Phillips for nearly 15 years now for acupuncture treatment of peripheral neuropathy in my feet. I can definitely attest that the treatments work to manage my pain and maintain my mobility.

Tom

Treated (for): Pain Management, Peripheral Neuropathy

Acupuncture has enabled me to continue working

I have tendonitis in my wrists that was so severe it made it very difficult to keyboard, which is 90% of what I do on the job. Acupuncture has enabled me to continue working, by relieving the pain for extended periods of time.

When the pain returns it has never been at the severity it was before I had acupuncture. Acupuncture relieves the pain that doctor-prescribed medications were unable to relieve, without dulling my brain or making me so sleepy I could not drive much less work. I am very grateful to Steve Phillips for my ability to continue working.

Lorraine O.

Treated (for): Pain Management, Tendonitis, Wrist Pain

Relief from phantom pains

I started getting relief from phantom pains in my amputated leg almost immediately. Steve Phillips has really helped me with these pains.

Donald E., age 69

Treated (for): Pain Management, Phantom Limb Pain

No pain pills

I consider Steve Phillips as the MIRACLE MAN of my right arm. After two Kaiser Physicians recommended surgery on my right shoulder rotator cuff, I refused and opted for painful physical therapy which did nothing but created more pain, I sought help from Acupuncture. As a result, after just 7 treatments from Steve, I regain full circular use of my right arm. I was able to again, extend my arm out front, side and backward from my body, sleep on my right side, reach above my shoulders, and carry my cane and return to work. When the pain flares up, normally every three years, I return for another set of treatments. It is great, no pain pills, just tiny hair like needles that are almost painless.

Thanks Steve for your personal and professional touch.

Sylvia S., Ph.D.

Treated (for): Pain Management, Shoulder Pain, Testimonials from Health Professionals

Acupuncture treatments for me are working

In January 2006 I underwent a laparoscopic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass at Kaiser Hospital in South San Francisco. The pre screening, counseling and ultimately the surgery went according to plan and was very successful. It probably saved my life due to the morbidities I was dealing with. And “yes”, I would recommend this procedure to others if they had the right reasons. And “yes”, I would recommend the Kaiser team there to friends and family.

Unfortunately when I awoke from surgery I felt a very uncomfortable pain in my left shoulder. It has taken me all this time to finally get some type of real relief. Medical doctors have prescribed Salsalate, Lyrica, Vicodin, Tramadol, Celexa and other OTC INSIDS. All of these would provide a temporary solution but the pain always seemed to return. One MD advised me I had minor RA in my shoulders confirmed the diagnosis with a scan and surgery was advised. I was at wits end! I did not want additional surgeries.

Reading on the web, I discovered other Post Roux-en-Y gastric bypass patients were experiencing similar shoulder and neck pain. I am not sure there is a solid connection between the two but to me it is just too coincidental. I was tired of sleeping in the chair at night since every time I would lie down in bed the chronic pain would return. My life was hell.

Browsing on the web for alternative solutions I located Steve Phillips and emailed him for his advice. My first acupuncture treatment provided immediate relief that evening. Followed by sessions every 2 to 3 weeks my pain level has dropped considerably. As of this testimonial I am now on 4 week cycles. And I am not taking any of the drugs I was previously taking for pain control. I have continued the use of Trazadone to help me sleep since my sleep patterns were all out of sync.

I plan to continue to receive my acupuncture treatments and manage my chronic pain, and not let the pain killers manage me. Acupuncture treatments for me are working and I am not reluctant to refer anyone to Steve or his peers around the country.

This last weekend I actually did yard work, no pain and I was able to get a good night’s rest.

Thanks Steve…

Bruce Borton
Citrus Heights, CA

Treated (for): Pain Management, Shoulder Pain

My Neurologist had told me not to do any painting

My Mom, in her 80’s, had seen Steve Phillips for her back pain and found acupuncture was quite helpful. Since I’d had such trouble with neck pain and couldn’t seem to find any permanent relief I was desperate. My Neurologist had told me not to do any painting, but being stubborn and since it needed to be done, I had painted the ceiling in the bathroom! Since my Parkinson’s diagnosis, complicated by Dystonia over 5 years ago, I was determined not to let my disease take over my life. As a result, I have been fortunate in working with my medical “team” to employ a whole body wellness approach and I believe my overall health has been improved greatly. When I began having so much neck pain, my neurologist had suggested I try acupuncture. I told him I knew a good acupuncture doctor and called for an appointment. Since I began seeing Steve in October 2007 I have also noticed my tremor has lessoned too. Of course, I’m still on medication (which I’m working on reducing); I see my neurologists regularly and my chiropractor, and try to have a massage every now and then. But I look forward to my acupuncture every 3 weeks and find that if I have a particular area that I feel needs work, all I have to do is mention it and relief is on it’s way. I’ve told many of my friends about acupuncture and recommend it for anyone, especially if you have any kind of stress in your life. Stress just makes any disease or condition worse, so try acupuncture—you’ll be glad you did.

Dorothy W.

Treated (for): Neck Pain, Tremors

That was 5 years ago and haven’t had a problem with my neck

I had been going to a chiropractor for a year and a half without any results when it was suggested to me to try acupuncture from a co-worker. She recommended Steve Phillips. With the first visit my neck issue was 80%. I went to two more visits and my neck issue was 100%. That was 5 years ago and haven’t had a problem with my neck. I continued to see Steve for other reasons and I have had the same results.

Vickie M.

Treated (for): Neck Pain

Neck pain that was affecting my life to the point I could not move without major pain

Hello my name is Jeffrey Shaffer and I’m 47 Years old and this is my story. About 2 years ago I began seeking medical help for my neck pain that was affecting my life to the point I could not move without major pain. It turned out after a year of tests and several doctors, major doses of Methadone, Vicodan and Motrin 800 mg after being on this treatment for another 8 months, my orthopedic doctor recommended an alternate treatment. I was referred to Steve Phillips and began treatment on January 2, 2008 and for the next 6 weeks I was given Acupuncture treatments once a week. After 4 weeks I was able to decrease my pain medication regiment by half and then by the end of 6 weeks I was off the Methadone completely and only take an occasional Motrin. I am currently taking my Acupuncture treatments once every 4 to 5 weeks and am actually doing so much better. I thank Steve after every treatment and would recommend him to anyone. He has been great with communicating and has made me feel like a person and not just another number. I can’t praise the treatment or the man enough. After being a pain medication addict for 18 months of my life, I can honestly say that I feel Human and functional again. Thanks Steve for all you do.

Jeffrey Shaffer

Treated (for): Neck Pain

The pain has been controllable

I was referred to Steve Phillips by Kaiser Permanente for neck pain due to an auto accident. Since starting treatment over 2 months ago the pain has been controllable. The disc problem is still there, but through the treatments I have received I am able to work and resume my life.

Bill H.
Sacramento, CA

Treated (for): Neck Pain

I feel so much relief from acupuncture

I have had chronic neck pain for over 4 years. About 2-3 times per month I would wake up in the morning and not be able to move my neck. This made driving pretty much unbearable. I have tried chiropractors, massage therapy, had several sets of x-rays done and completed physical therapy. I didn’t want to change my lifestyle either. I drive a lot, sit at a computer a lot and exercise often. But it seemed like no matter what I tried I would still get neck pain. Nothing worked for me until I started acupuncture about 3 months ago. My friend, who also goes to Steve, referred me to his acupuncture clinic. I feel so much relief from acupuncture. Since I have started acupuncture I have had mornings free of neck pain and its great. Its also a very relaxing experience for me as well. I just about fall asleep during my treatments. I have already started recommending acupuncture to my friends and family.

Thanks Steve!

K. Newbill

Treated (for): Neck Pain

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