Chinese Acupuncture & Herbs Center, LLC

December 10, 2003

To Whom It May Concern:

About two months ago, I read an article in the newspaper about a woman who commuted from Erie to have acupuncture for her fibromyalgia condition. Her symptoms and ailments were very similar to mine. I also have been diagnosed with fibromyalgia and have suffered from migraine headaches for many years. I also have TMJ. I have been treated by arthritis doctors and a chiropractor in addition to my internist. The arthritis medications had more side effects than positive results and I stopped taking them. The chiropractor was able to give me relief, but only temporary relief. It was necessary to go several times a week at first and over the years I decreased my visits, mostly because of financial and time consuming reasons. I also have a massage once a month, which helps. I also have a hot tub which I use every morning before my shower to loosen up.

I had pretty much come to the conclusion that this was as good as I was ever going to feel, and hoped my condition wouldn’t become worse. After reading this article, I thought I had nothing to lose by trying something else.

I was able to get an appointment within a week. Dr. Yang was so considerate, gentle and accommodating; asking whether I hurt more on the front of my body or the rear. I chose to have the acupuncture on my back the first visit. When I went in, I couldn’t touch the points on my neck, shoulders, elbows, knees, jaw as well as other areas. After a half hour, I came out so relaxed and pain-free I couldn’t believe it. My husband said I looked like a “zombie.” I was glad he had come to drive me home. I can’t remember ever feeling so relaxed.

I have been to see Dr. Yang every week for the past 6 weeks. I have a hard time telling him now where I hurt. I feel like a new person. I was able to clean and decorate my house. I even got down on my knees to do some floors, which I haven’t been able to do for a very long time. (Not that I care to do it again! – it was just a test since I had an appointment that day with Dr. Yang.)

I have passed out brochures to friends, church members and clients because I have so much faith in his “magic needles” and him.

Thank you so much, Dr. Yang!

Gratefully,

Linda F.