Gentle Acupuncture


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Our patients in New England areas and beyond .





"very pleasant experience."

"it was a gentle experience"

"another very helpful acupuncture treatment. Thank you!"

"always great service"



Anxiety and Migraines





I am a huge acupuncture advocate because of Feng. He helped me with my chronic migraines and anxiety. The state of relaxation I experience during my appointments is amazing. Just as the name states, the needles never hurt going in or cause discomfort which I have experienced with other acupuncturists. I highly recommend Gentle acupuncture. I look forward to my visits and can't wait for the next one.


Allie H. Billerica MA



Anxiety /
Emotional Disorders





Dear Feng Xiao,


I came to see you as I have a tendency to experience emotional upsets due to family relationships which involve overpowering and aggressive personalities. I decided to try acupuncture with the hope of bringing my mental state back to equilibrium. After a few sessions with you I experienced a sense of well being and am able to handle these situations with a calmer state of mind. I am grateful to you and to your system of acupuncture for the restfulness it brings to the mental state.


Thanks.


a 62 yr old woman, Windham, NH.



Arthritis, Poor Sleep
and Lower Energy




One of the problems with testimonials is the credibility of the testimonial, which is why I would invite anyone reading this to contact me (Feng Xiao is free to give you my phone number).


Feng eliminated the pain in my knee in just a few visits and I will be forever grateful to him for this since I have had this pain for many years (diagnosed with arthritis). I'm back on the ski slopes now although the Dr. is probably cringing at this!


Although his help with my knee was obvious and dramatic, he has also made progress in some other areas such as improved sleep, lower blood pressure and increased energy and sexual strength.


(continue......click to read full review by Bill in next section)


Bill Cassedy, Salem, N.H.


Back Pain





I love Gentle Acupuncture! I have been coming here for years to treat my back pain. I tried physical therapy, cortisone shots, chiropractors, massage therapy and none of them helped. Feng and Judy are the best! So happy I found them!


Wayne B




Back Pain





I have so much faith in Feng. He is amazing and very gentle. He has helped to relieve me of my back pain. I've been seeing him 1 day/week & my back feels so much better. I'm so grateful.


Bernadette V., NH




Back Pain





I highly recommend this business. Feng's demonstration of an accurate and deep understanding of my condition and what I was experiencing upon seeking services for my back problem has been extraordinary. He exudes quiet extraordinary confidence in his skills, and expertise in acupuncture.


Recently, I developed mobility issues, which involved extraordinary pain resulting from spinal problems. Feng listened and ensured that he had all the information about the source of the issues and the limitations and distress I was enduring.


In just a few weeks, my condition improved from barely being able to stand walk open a door or even drive myself to ease in movement, without pain. From a technical perspective, I cannot imagine someone more knowledgeable or insightful. On a personal level, I am humbled ad grateful for the extraordinary kindness, concern, commitment, and professionalism, he has displayed in caring for me.


Pamela S., Salem NH



Bell's Palsy (Facial Paralysis) and Hand Pain





I am 24 and was diagnosed with Bells Palsy. Of course, I was fresking out because half of my face wouldn't move!! My mom recommended I do acupuncture so she told me to go see Feng Xiao. I made an appointment four days later and let him know of my bells palsy and I also had pain in my right hand that started before the bells palsy. It affected my normal daily activities because the pain was so bad. Feng took care of everything that I told him was hurting or needed attention. My face was already a working progress by the first treatment. I felt very relaxed. I was also able to slowly use my hand again after two weeks of pain and sensitivity to touch. I highly recommend him to anyone with any pain and discomfort. He does an awesome job and I am very happy with how fast my face and pain in my right hand has I proved after just a few treatments. Results are amazing!


V. S., Lowell, MA




Bladder Control, Energy & Sexual Strength





When I first come to see Feng Xiao for treatment I was not sleeping properly and I suffered from a serious lack of bladder control. I spent many a night getting up and going to the bathroom sometimes 4-5 times a night. I also tossed and turned constantly in my sleep, according to my wife. Now after ten plus treatments from Feng Xiao I only get up once during the night to go to the bathroom. I do not get the constant urges to urinate that I once did.


Now I am able to go much longer between bathroom visits. My treatments have also increased my energy levels significantly. My wife says I no longer toss and turn during the night, nor do I steal her blanket and sheet. She also says I no longer smell like an old man. My sex life has improved also. I whole heartedly endorse Feng's treatments. They have helped me tremendously.


Sincerely,


Glenn Lyon, NH



Digestive, Stress, Allergy, Shoulder, Overall Health




I am very pleased to recommend Acupuncture and the skills of Feng Xiao in particular. Prior to starting acupuncture with him I had been in treatment with another acupuncturist, a good friend, for 18 years. I stopped my treatments when he moved. During those 2 years when I was NOT having acupuncture, my general health suffered significantly. It was as if I never had had acupuncture treatments. My wife insisted that I return to treatments. I was on antihistamines, inhalers, nasal sprays and my general aches and pains were getting worse it seemed.

Within 4-5 months after resuming my treatments with Mr. Xiao, there was a noticeable difference in my overall health. My use of medications decreased. My general aches and discomfort lessened. He not only treats my respiratory problems but also has dealt with significant bowel and elimination difficulties with great success.


(continue......click to read full review by Denis in next section


Denis Dupuis, North Andover, MA


Dizziness, Balance, Sleep and Energy




Great first experience. (April 2023)


Always a pleasure to meet with you. I really enjoy our sessions. (May 2023)


Good morning!

Whatever you did yesterday seems to work the best. I slept well last night and have plenty of energy this morning. The balance is about 75%. So let's keep going in that direction.

Thank you so much! We'll see you next week. (June 2023)



Jim from NH (copy from Square feedback and customer's text)


Fibromyalgia





Hello, my name is Ed Friend. I am a 68 year old male. I was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis 23 years ago. 7 years ago I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia. I have been to 4 diffrent pain clinics, had 2 back surgeries. I had a fusion of discs C3,4 and 5 also a fusion of discs L4&5. I have tried all kinds of medication including narcotics. I was on Celebrex twice a day for two years. While on Celebrex I suffered a major Heart Attack. Finally I was placed on Methadone for chronic pain control. Recently it was suggested that I try acupuncture. I found an acupuncturist named Feng Xiao. He is located at 51 Main St, Salem, NH. After 2 months of the acupuncture I have gone from a pain level of 8 down to 2. I sleep better, feel better and take less medication. I strongly recommend anyone to try it. You can contact Feng. His website is www.GentleAcupuncture.com. Best of luck.


Ed Edward Friend



Infertility




I am so grateful to have found Feng at Gentle Acupuncture. I am excited to say after 9 months of trying to conceive that I got my first positive home pregnancy test and had it confirmed at the doctor's today! It is still very early, but my husband and I are optimistic.


I had been seeing Feng for treatments for about 6 weeks and I have to say it has made a tremendous difference in my stress level. After doing much research on the topic, I know that stress is a huge factor that causes difficulty while trying to conceive. I researched acupuncture and it's proven benefits in helping to relieve stress and improve fertility.


I have to say that I looked at the website and read the testimonials month after month and kept putting off making the initial appointment. But I am so glad I finally called! After each treatment I felt more and more relaxed. As time went on, I had an overall feeling of calmness and greater self awareness.


(continue......click to read full review by H. in next section)


H.H., Salem NH


Infertility





----Good News!


Hello Feng,


It is Amy, just checking in to give you an update. We had success with our second try at IUI, and I happily report that I am seven weeks' pregnant. Thank you for your assistance in helping me to pursue a natural option before turning to infertility treatments. I see that you now offer massage. Please forward price information. I may be interested to reduce stress and improve circulation.


Thank you,


Amy, NH



Infertility





After about 8 months of trying to get pregnant with our second child, my husband and I decided to try acupuncture. That's what brought us to Feng! We agreed to try acupuncture for 3 cycles, committing fully to Feng's recommendations throughout this time. We changed nothing else during this time, and after 2 cycles, we finally saw that positive pregnancy test! I know it was acupuncture that helped us conceive and we are forever grateful to Feng. I still see him monthly!


Jenaleigh F., NH



Infertility





Hello Feng -


I wanted to let you know that I just got back from the dr and found out that I am pregnant with twins! We cannot believe it. I am only 6 wks along at this point so am still very cautious but wanted to at least let you know where things were.


Thank you very much for all your help. I will definitely be in touch again if I need your services.


Kind regards,


A lady from NH



Insomnia




Dear Feng. Xiao,


I am writing this letter to express how much I appreciate your help curing my insomnia.


I had developed severe insomnia since our first baby was born about one and half years ago. Since I had to get up several times during mid night, my regular sleeping rhythm was totally disrupted. Even though later on, I didn't need to get up during the night, I still could not get my regular sleeping cycles back. And the condition deteriorated as time went by. Some nights, I laid on my bed watching the sun rising from the east.


I tried some over-the-counter sleeping pills. They just worked for the first few days, and then became useless. Then I went to see my doctor, and he gave me Amitriptyline. Amitriptyline works very well for me. But I soon found I have to increase dosage and I became dependent on it. Further more, I found the sleeping quality is not so well. Even though I felt I had a good sleep at night, I still felt sleepy during day time.


(continue......click to read full review by Jun in next section)


Jun Liu, Lowell, MA


Knee Pain





I suffered pain in my left knee about two months. My leg stretched straight, and accompanied by swelling. It bothered me a lot. Fang Xiao in Gentle Acupuncture successfully treated my knee pain. I felt much relief during first treatment. After a few more visit, I was totally recovered. My knee no longer felt pain when I walked I was happy that Feng healed my knee injury faster than I expected as well as significantly reduced the pain during each treatment.


Thanks Feng!


Jean F. Andover, MA



Knee Pain, Cartilage Problem





Dear Feng Xiao,


I am writing this letter to you to let you know how much your acupuncture treatments have helped me.


Before coming to you, I had suffered a great deal of pain in my knee because the cartilage had worn away. After only a few acupuncture treatments from you, I felt a significant reduction in pain and discomfort.


Thank you so much for your concern for my health and for your expertise in applying your skills.


Richard Loranger, NH



Lower Back Pain





I started treatment with Feng Xiao for chronic lower back pain. I had been treating the condition for several months with massage and chiropractic. After only one acupuncture treatment, my pain was significantly reduced. With continued treatment, the pain has not returned. The treatments are very relaxing and I would highly recommend acupuncture for anyone suffering from a chronic pain condition.


Mary Stevens, Derry, NH



Menstruation: Constant Menstruation/ Bleeding





I was experiencing menstrual problems resulting in heavy, irregular and eventually constant bleeding. I am 41 years old. This was going on for 4 or 5 months and after blood work, ultra-sounds, and an endometrial biopsy. I was told it was a symptom of hormonal imbalance common for someone my age.


My options were to take hormones, have a hysterectomy, or live with it. None of these appealed to me so I decided to seek out acupuncture. After one or two treatments I began to notice a shift and within a couple of months my periods returned to normal with reduced volume and a definitive beginning and end. It was very clear to me that the acupuncture served to restore balance to my system. I would highly recommend this form of treatment to anyone struggling with menstrual problems, including perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms. Completely non-invasive and effective!


Maureen, Merrimack, MA



Migraines, Allergy, Pain in Neck and Shoulder





If you have never tried acupuncture before I highly recommend it. I don't really know how to explain how it works but Feng Xiao has remedies for everything. I started going here after trying everything to control my migraines. After just a couple visits they were almost gone. He's helped with neck and shoulder pain, and most recently allergies and stress. Acupuncture for allergies really helped me. I was taking several allergy pills a day to help breathe through my nose. One session with him and my nose has never been so clear in my life. I am breathing better then I can ever remember. Gentle Acupuncture has increased my quality of life and I highly recommend giving this place a try.


Ryan D. Salem NH



Migraines





Dear Feng, I am writing to thank you for helping me get rid of my migraines. I had been getting 3 or 4 migraines a month since I was a kid. Since I started acupuncture, in April of this year, I have not had a migraine any where near as severe as I used to. Your treatment has really helped me and again I wanted to say thanks.


Matt, NH



Migraines





I had very, very severe migraines for over twenty years. No matter what medication the doctor prescribed me, it never worked. There were plenty of days I stayed in bed all day because the pain was so bad. It also brought on vomiting as well. I found Feng Xiao a few years ago and he's helped me so much!! I have not experienced a migraine like I've had before and I am extremely grateful for that. I feel so much inner peace to finally find something that works for me without all the medications that did me no good, but just harm to my body. I strongly recommend acupuncture with Feng. He is extremely kind and generous.


S.L. Salem, NH



Pain in Hip and Arms





I am 80 years old and I started seeing Dr. Xiao. My daughter recommended I see him for pain in my hip and both arms. I broke my left arm two years ago an I have also had hip pain. Since my left arm broke, I tend to overuse my right arm and it becomes extremely sore. There are days when my left arms feels okay, but still very sore at times. I started seeing Feng Xiao for my pain and I couldn't be happier. Acupuncture has helped my hips and arms out tremendously and for my age, that's a big deal! I walk around like I'm not even 80! Thank you so much, Feng.


R.L. Lowell, MA



Pain in Lower Back, Hips and Legs





I started my acupuncture treatments for daily severe pains in my lower back, hips, and legs. I decided to try acupuncture because four surgeries, 2 neuro and 2 orthopedic could not correct my conditions. Basically, I was looking at taking pain medication for the rest of my life. Being only 80 years old, I felt I was too young to be taking pain pills for the rest of my life.


After the second acupuncture treatment my pain has diminished to a very low level. On a scale at 1-10, the past 3 days I rate the pain level between low 1 and not more than 2.


I am sure that after a few more treatments I will be able to say a firm "goodbye to pain pills" and start living an active and productive life of a young 80 years old golden age.


Bergeron J. Norris, NH



Pain in Neck, Hands, Knee / Arthritis





Thank you! Thank you! The pain in my neck took only one session while the ones in my hands and knees took a few more. Arthritis pain is awful. Your Acupuncture was the end to my pain.


Rose Houseman, NH



Pain in Hand





All was great. I felt some pain relief and more mobility in my right hand.


Arlene N., NH



Pain, "Shooting pains everywhere" and Anxiety




Dear friend,


I want to share with you an amazing story about a woman in sheer desperation. That woman is me. First, let me start by explaining my story, about a year and a half ago, I started to get shooting pains everywhere, my head, legs, behind my eyes, toes, fingers, hands, legs, it was off and on everyday shooting in different places in my body it got to the point where it was hard for me to concentrate on my life and work. I seen my doctor he put me through a series of test and blood work he thought I had neuropathy and gave me medication. I did not seem any better, I went to see a neurologist and he put me through another series of test including a brain scan, he was looking for MS, a brain tumor or anything that could be causing me this unusual pain, he recommended I stop the medication my doctor had prescribed to me, he said I did not in fact have neuropathy, this test could only be done by a neurologist, on my last visit with my neurologist he said he could not find nothing wrong with me and the only advice he could give me was to see a arthritis doctor.


(continue......click to read full review by D. in next section)


A very satisfied patient !!!!! D.M., NH


Pain in Shoulder





Feng Xiao worked on my shoulder, which had been giving me problems for several years. After 6 treatment, my shoulder felt better. I had tried chiropractic prior to the acupuncture treatments, without much success. I did know of acupuncture before Feng Xiao worked on me. There is a definitely a very good treatment option. I highly recommend giving this a try. Thank you Feng for all your help.


David de Oliveira, NH



Pain in foot





I have made improvements with my pain. I fractured my heel almost 2 years ago. The treatments are helping.


Kathy, MA



Post-Stroke Conditions and Smoking





I had a stroke December 2014. I began acupuncture January 2015 and regained equilibrium after five sessions. After that I could walk without a walker. My left side still was numb. I used a cane all of 2015 over the year. With each session the numbness has resided to the bottom of my left foot and hip and palm at my hand. Previously my whole left side was numb. Now I can walk without a cane. I am pleased with Feng’s work. I didn’t want to quit smoking at first. For about three weeks I never need a cigarette unconsciously. Now with smoke I can feel the ill effect of the smoke. My body rejects the ill effects.


Joel R. Duckett, Salem, NH



Shingles, Numbness in Arm and Hand





I have had the shingles for over 20 years and had been to many doctors and tried all kinds of treatments and medicines. Nothing helps me until I started acupuncture with Feng Xiao.


Feng has practically cured the causes affecting my body. My numbness in arm and hand have sufficiently decreased and the itching have improved over 90% and doing better every week. The itching is almost gone.


Gentle Acupuncture is the best cure available and please phone me at 603-625-8605 if you have any questions.


Dianne Goley, N.H.



Shoulder and Arm Pain





Thank you so much. My shoulder feels so much better.


My acupuncture is doing a great job managing my shoulder and arm pain. I am grateful.


Professional and polite. Always concerned for my health needs.


Carol, N.H. (from Square Reviews 2023)



Smoking, Stress and Craving




To whom it may concern,

I have an enormous workload, because of which I have been sleeping very little for the past few years. In an attempt to maintain my performance under these conditions, I began smoking cigarettes (about half a pack a day) and drinking more coffee.

For the past several months, I made repeated attempts at quitting smoking, none of which were successful. I tried cutting down, I tried going cold turkey, I tried chewing nicotine gum—yet, I would resume smoking within days or weeks of having decided to quit. I made many excuses for myself: I felt I was losing my intellectual vigor I felt that I was gaining weight, because of the amount of food I was accustomed to consuming whenever I stopped smoking for a few days.


(continue......click to read full review by Constance in next section)


Constance from Andover, MA


Stress





I am a Real Estate Broker in New Hampshire, I started seeing Feng Xiao a year ago for stress related issues as well as some health problems. Feng approaches each patient as an individual and treats them accordingly. My experience over the last year is very positive in reduction of stress and health issues. I highly recommend Feng for any number of health problems. I have always looked forward to my visits.


Bill Desselle, NH



Tinnitus (Ear Ringing) and Poor Sleep





I have never had acupuncture before. I came for an issue with persistent ear ringing that has lasted almost one year. I did see conventional doctors and was told I would have to learn to live with it. Some days the ringing was so loud it was painful and could be heard over most other noises. This made it difficult to concentrate at work or sleep at night.


The first thing that made me feel comfortable is that Feng Xiao did not promise he could fix this problem. He told me it can be a very difficult problem to solve and sometimes it is not possible. He also did not tell me I would have to come for treatment for a long time to figure this out. He told me I would know if acupuncture was going to make a difference in two to four visits.


The very first visit I noticed a difference. The volume of the ringing was significantly decreased. This lasted for about 3 days, then returned to its previous level. After three visits, the ringing diminished and has stayed consistently less. It is a 3 on a 1-10 scale where before it was a 7 or 8. I am able to tolerate this. I can concentrate at work and as added bonus, I am sleeping much better. This has been a great experience and I highly recommend Feng Xiao.


Michelle, Salem NH



"Various Ailments"





Dear Sir / Madam,


I have known Feng Xiao since November 11th 2000. He has successfully treated me for various ailments. He has always been kind and considerate. He has shared with me his vast knowledge about western and eastern medicine, and his diagnosis of my medical problems has always been correct. His acupuncture and acupressure technique has always brought me relief and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone with medical problems. It is my loss that he has moved on.


Thank you Feng for all your help.


Fiona Schwizgebel, B.C. Canada



Weight Concern





Dear Feng,


I'm just writing to let you know how good things have been since receiving acupuncture treatments from you. Prior to coming to see you, I was having such a hard time trying to lose weight. I knew that I needed to increase my exercise and cut back on what I was eating but I just couldn't follow through with it. For the past 2 years I had been trying to diet and cut back on my eating with no luck. I had such hunger craving that would only get worst at night. I would lose all ambition of whatever good efforts I made during the day and give in to whatever craving I was having.


I'm very happy to write that with the very first acupuncture treatment, the hunger craving just disappeared. For the first time in years I was able to eat healthy meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner and not have to fight those terrible hunger cravings that I use to experience. It has been such a positive experience for me that I just had to write to let you know. I'm sixteen pounds thinner and still losing every week.


Thanks so much!


Donna from North Reading, MA



Weight Concern





I had been unable to lose the extra weight I've gained over the past several years, nothing I tried seemed to work. To make matters worse, my knees ached constantly which made it difficult to work out. I started seeing Feng Xiao at Gentle Acupuncture in June of this year. I started with two sessions per week and gradually cut back to one per week as I started to feel better. My knees no longer ached and I was able to work out for longer periods of time. He also concentrated on increasing my metabolism and decreasing my appetite, and I have lost a total of twenty pounds to date. I can't say enough about how wonderful and effective these treatments are. I still have weight to lose but I am now know that I will be able to achieve this with the help of acupuncture. An added benefit is that the treatments have a calming effect and are immensely relaxing. I feel as though I have been at a spa when I'm done. Do yourself a favor and give Gentle Acupuncture a try. You won't be disappointed!


Cheryl from Haverhill, MA



Wellness





Feng is helping me to improve my wellness. I feel better and better each time I have a treatment. My family and friends have also noticed a positive change in me.


Thank you so much Feng


Jeannette, MA




Wellness





Very concerned about their clients well being.


Lou C., MA




Wellness and customer service





Always great treatment and customer service.


Andrew, NH




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Arthritis, Poor Sleep
and Lower Energy





One of the problems with testimonials is the credibility of the testimonial, which is why I would invite anyone reading this to contact me (Feng Xiao is free to give you my phone number).


Feng eliminated the pain in my knee in just a few visits and I will be forever grateful to him for this since I have had this pain for many years (diagnosed with arthritis). I'm back on the ski slopes now although the Dr. is probably cringing at this!


Although his help with my knee was obvious and dramatic, he has also made progress in some other areas such as improved sleep, lower blood pressure and increased energy and sexual strength.


Just recently the Boston Globe published a report indicating that a recent NIH study showed that acupuncture relieves knee pain.


Americans are missing the boat here!


Bill Cassedy, Salem, N.H.



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Digestive, Stress, Allergy, Shoulder, Overall Health





I am very pleased to recommend Acupuncture and the skills of Feng Xiao in particular. Prior to starting acupuncture with him I had been in treatment with another acupuncturist, a good friend, for 18 years. I stopped my treatments when he moved. During those 2 years when I was NOT having acupuncture, my general health suffered significantly. It was as if I never had had acupuncture treatments. My wife insisted that I return to treatments. I was on antihistamines, inhalers, nasal sprays and my general aches and pains were getting worse it seemed.


Within 4-5 months after resuming my treatments with Mr. Xiao, there was a noticeable difference in my overall health. My use of medications decreased. My general aches and discomfort lessened. He not only treats my respiratory problems but also has dealt with significant bowel and elimination difficulties with great success. Many times he has helped with repetitive motion strains and shoulder pains from physical overexertion as well as work related stress issues.


I look forward to continued help from him in years to come. He is my most trusted complementary medicine provider. I wholeheartedly recommend his caring and successful services.


Denis Dupuis, North Andover, MA



Infertility





I am so grateful to have found Feng at Gentle Acupuncture. I am excited to say after 9 months of trying to conceive that I got my first positive home pregnancy test and had it confirmed at the doctor's today! It is still very early, but my husband and I are optimistic.


I had been seeing Feng for treatments for about 6 weeks and I have to say it has made a tremendous difference in my stress level. After doing much research on the topic, I know that stress is a huge factor that causes difficulty while trying to conceive. I researched acupuncture and it's proven benefits in helping to relieve stress and improve fertility.


I have to say that I looked at the website and read the testimonials month after month and kept putting off making the initial appointment. But I am so glad I finally called! After each treatment I felt more and more relaxed. As time went on, I had an overall feeling of calmness and greater self awareness.


If you are in the same place I was at and would do literally anything to improve your chances of getting pregnant and have wondered about the acupuncture treatments and their benefits, stop wondering and make the initial appointment! You will be glad you did. I plan on returning in the future, as well as, will be recommending him to anyone I know in the same situation as me.


Thank you again!!


H. H., Salem NH

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Insomnia





Dear Feng,


I am writing this letter to express how much I appreciate your help curing my insomnia.


I had developed severe insomnia since our first baby was born about one and half years ago. Since I had to get up several times during mid night, my regular sleeping rhythm was totally disrupted. Even though later on, I didn't need to get up during the night, I still could not get my regular sleeping cycles back. And the condition deteriorated as time went by. Some nights, I laid on my bed watching the sun rising from the east.


I tried some over-the-counter sleeping pills. They just worked for the first few days, and then became useless. Then I went to see my doctor, and he gave me Amitriptyline. Amitriptyline works very well for me. But I soon found I have to increase dosage and I became dependent on it. Further more, I found the sleeping quality is not so well. Even though I felt I had a good sleep at night, I still felt sleepy during day time.


Fortunately, I found you and started acupuncture treatment. I have heard of the magic needle before, but never gave it a serious thought and I was also afraid of the pain. Due to this reason, I tried just two needles during the first treatment. To my surprise, I didn't feel any pain at all. After just three treatments, my sleep improved a lot. I totally got rid of the Amitriptyline and I can still get a whole night of sound sleep. And I don't feel sleepy any more during day time. After a few more treatments, my sleep cycle stabled. I have never felt so healthy. Thank you so much for all the help.


Jun Liu, Lowell, MA

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Pain, "Shooting pains everywhere" and Anxiety





Dear friend,


I want to share with you an amazing story about a woman in sheer desperation. That woman is me. First,let me start by explaining my story,about a year and a half ago,I started to get shooting pains everywhere,my head, legs,behind my eyes,toes,fingers,hands,legs,it was off and on everyday shooting in different places in my body it got to the point where it was hard for me to concentrate on my life and work. I seen my doctor he put me through a series of test and blood work he thought I had neuropathy and gave me medication. I did not seem any better, I went to see a neurologist and he put me through another series of test including a brain scan, he was looking for MS, a brain tumor or anything that could be causing me this unusual pain, he recommended I stop the medication my doctor had prescribed to me, he said I did not in fact have neuropathy, this test could only be done by a neurologist, on my last visit with my neurologist he said he could not find nothing wrong with me and the only advice he could give me was to see a arthritis doctor. I knew my pains were not from my bones I did not have pains that people describe in that way. My fear had taken over and I develop a bad case of anxiety and depression over time I couldn't function my doctor prescribe me anxiety medication. I felt like a zombie with shooting pains, no better always crying, wondering what was wrong with me. After 2 weeks I stopped the medication, I was somebody different the once strong woman I was no longer. Then my cousin recommended an acupuncturist, she had good results in the past when she had seen one, well I took her advice my life is once again my own my fear is gone my anxiety is no longer there and I feel better than ever. I started on April 1,2006 to see Feng Xiao I was desperate and it showed. I was not sure this was going to work I was a bit skeptical at first, however I was looking for relief and was willing to try anything the first weeks of my treatments I started to feel some relief my anxiety was disappearing and my pains slowly stopping I first had to go for my treatments every week then every 2 weeks then once a month, by July I stopped for 2 months with no pain and no depression or anxiety Feng Xiao recommended I come back in September for another treatment, I came back just in time because I started having little shooting pains again but nothing like before and as soon as I had the treatment I had some relief again, Feng Xiao told me he thought it may be my central nervous system from my brain, and it may take awhile before it goes back to itself again, whatever it may be I never felt better and I go every 6 weeks for now and less and less as time goes on, it was worth my time and money because nothing could replace the inner peace and relief I feel.


P.S. One more benefit I got was a better nights sleep!


Thank you, Feng Xiao A very satisfied patient !!!!! D.M., NH

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Smoking, Stress and Craving





To whom it may concern,


I have an enormous workload, because of which I have been sleeping very little for the past few years. In an attempt to maintain my performance under these conditions, I began smoking cigarettes (about half a pack a day) and drinking more coffee.


For the past several months, I made repeated attempts at quitting smoking, none of which were successful. I tried cutting down, I tried going cold turkey, I tried chewing nicotine gum—yet, I would resume smoking within days or weeks of having decided to quit.


I made many excuses for myself: I felt I was losing my intellectual vigor I felt that I was gaining weight, because of the amount of food I was accustomed to consuming whenever I stopped smoking for a few days. I had resigned myself to smoking for at least the next few years, uninterrupted, until I heard about an acupuncture method that had worked for many people in smoking cessation.


This method consists in needles penetrating points in the ear, and a few in the body. Within hours of the first treatment, I felt many of my withdrawal symptoms subside: my head felt clearer, my vision became finer (I usually feel like clouds are drifting in front of my eyes and behind my brow when I need a cigarette). Aches in my throat and my chest withdrew as well.


A few days after the treatment, I began doubting myself and smoked another cigarette. To my great surprise, the rush of relief and familiarity did not come the cigarette tasted horribly. I didn’t even finish smoking it.


I resumed the acupuncture treatments and have not smoked since that day, with little to none withdrawal symptoms in the process. Moreover, my cravings to overeat have subsided as well. My chest has felt lighter I have been able to exercise in a way that I haven’t done since before I began smoking. For the first time, I feel confident about my ability to persist in smoking cessation, which is extremely unfamiliar, as I have been accustomed to approaching quitting half- heartedly and only in anticipation of the results of self-disgust. I am extremely grateful to my therapist for helping me regain control in my life, and I recommend this treatment heartily to anyone in similar circumstances.


Constance from Andover, MA