A success story by Anonymous Patient treated for Hand/Wrist Pain
I started feeling numbness in my hands followed by loosing strength in my handgrip. I had difficulty opening soda and water bottles. My hands became sore after typing on the computer and working for extended periods of time. I went to my internist who gave me wrist braces. When my wrists still did not really improve, I was referred to a hand surgeon who said eventually I would need surgery after which there would be physical therapy and I would have to wear a case for a few weeks. I really didn’t want surgery, so I searched the internet where I found yoga exercise and recommendations for acupuncture.
I asked my yoga teacher for a recommendation and I met Marc Cutler in July of 2004. He recommended three treatments a week, then two treatments a week, then once a week, then once every two weeks. Now I am receiving treatment once a month for a variety of other complaints. My hands, wrists, arms, and neck have improved with continual yoga exercise, massage, and acupuncture. I have encountered many additional benefits from acupuncture, including relaxation. My constantly tense neck muscles have become much more comfortable.
All in all, acupuncture is a pleasant, positive health benefit. I plan to continue for many years to come.