I want to say that I was skeptical about acupuncture at first. I'd been in medical training where we had to practice injections on our classmates, and I don't mind telling you that it hurt sometimes. The idea of putting needles in me all over the body was not what I was looking forward to.
I received a diagnosis of Fibromyalgia years ago and work with constant aching pain all over the body with this there are daily headaches for me. Then recently I was diagnosed with bilateral hip arthritis and bursitis and had trouble walking. This last diagnosis was the final straw for me and I called Steve in desperation. After about 6 treatments, I am walking well (unless I sit too long but it's not as long to get up as it was). The Fibromyalgia pain has lessened and the flairs that I have had are not as bad nor last as long as they did before. AND I now have the occasional headache that lasts for a day maybe and is easily treated with a Tylenol or aspirin. (before these OTCs would just take the edge of the pain away). The intensity being less than 1/2 of the original headaches.
I am definitely a convert for acupuncture!!! Thank You Steve for showing me what it can do.
Steve, I hope this is what you were looking for! and the best thing… it's all the truth.
Karen Goldsmith, C.M.T.
In 2004 I began acupuncture treatments with Steve Phillips for muscle pains related to arthritis in my leg and hip. Very often I have limped into his office, and then walked out as if there had never had a problem. During those visits he would often treat a stiff neck as well as a sore thumb which was interfering with piano performances.
Sometimes he has combined treatments for carpal tunnel with a basic energy treatment which has never failed to improve my spirits. Presently, he is treating me for IBS symptoms and there has been much improvement in just three sessions. In addition, after a recent total hip replacement, he is treating my lower back (sacroiliac joint) and helping my knees to recover from misalignment pains which resulted from compensating for that worn out hip.
I am very grateful to Steve for taking away so much pain and diminishing the need for medication, and for doing so with good humor, a very caring heart, and much professionalism.
Many thanks, Steve…
Linda D., age 66
I was suffering from what appeared to be acute sciatica but repeated traditional treatment was ineffective. I needed to take a trip with long plane rides with possible long periods of standing and walking through airports and was concerned I might not be physically able to do so with out extreme pain. Through careful examination and his years of experience, Steve was able to discover a completely different aliment with ALMOST the same symptoms and quite a different cause. When he applied acupuncture to this condition the treatment was completely successful and I traveled totally without pain.
Leslie P.
I've been treated by Steve Phillips for chronic bursitis of the hip, diabetes, depression and various other aches and pains for several years. Many times I've walked into his clinic near tears, but I always leave pain-free and with a smile on my face. Steve takes time to listen to my troubles and ensures that the area being treated feels better.
Carol M.
Here it goes: In 2005 I injured my hip badly in a boat incident. I had tremendous pain and could not sleep on my right side at all. For a year I pursued the conventional medical treatment, took pain medication, did physical therapy and exercise. Also there was never a definitive diagnosis. This treatment produced no results. After about 10 months I was very discouraged and concerned that this would become a chronic injury that I would just have to endure. But being a social worker caused me to continue to seek out treatment and advocate for myself. I pushed for a referral for acupuncture and was able get a consult with Steve Phillips. Steve made a preliminary diagnosis of a deep hip bone bruise and I began treatment. With 3 to 4 sessions, there was a definite shift in pain and my ability to lay on my side again. After about 3 months, the improvement progressed to the point that I can now sleep through the night on that side, I have only slight pain when I get fatigued. I continue to see Steve once a month for maintenance.
Steve is very knowledgeable and very professional. I would recommend his expertise to anyone.
Nancy White, LCSW
A nagging hip-flexor injury had made lifting weights very uncomfortable for me. I tried a number of different treatment options, but none were successful until I visited Steve Phillips. His experience and expertise led to an acupuncture method that was highly effective. Shortly after my visit to Steve's clinic, I was able to resume my weight-training program without experiencing any pain. Needless to say, I was tremendously pleased!
John L.