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"In May of 2005 my lower back suddenly began hurting. The pain was so bad that I even thought it could be a kidney infection. After a few days I finally got in to see my doctor who confirmed it wasn’t a kidney infection and prescribed some muscle relaxants. The muscle relaxants did absolutely nothing. Next, I took up the services of an osteopath. He prescribed muscle relaxants along with anti-inflammatory pills and a pain killer. The prescriptions cut down on the pain, but I was not only incapacitated but I didn’t really feel that the meds were helping to “cure” the problem… they were just masking the symptoms. There had to be another way. That’s when I learned that Elijah Hawken was practicing acupuncture. I’ll admit that I’m a bit of a skeptic. But after I made a fool of myself while speaking at a Sales Meeting in front of over 100 people because I was on hydrocodone and muscle relaxants and could not remember what I was talking about, I decided it was time to change treatments.

I didn’t know exactly what to expect. I soon discovered it’s not all about sticking needles into someone. Elijah spent a great amount of time asking me questions and getting to know me and my issues. The needle part was like something I’d never experienced before. I could feel it working because with each needle I felt these intense sensations that I had never felt before. Elijah first focused on my back issues. After every treatment, the pain lessened. After the fourth treatment, I felt like I was back to normal. Then Elijah started focusing on other areas that she regularly heard me complain about. For a few years, I had been having stomach issues in which my tummy would bloat out and be in so much pain that I wouldn’t want to leave my house. Through listening to my complaints and asking the right questions, Elijah suggested that I could be lactose intolerant.

Impossible, I thought! I drink 2 lattes a day! She asked me to experiment by cutting out all dairy products. And wouldn’t you know it… the pain and bloating went away. What I really appreciated the most was that Elijah really knew how to listen and methodically took notes during my sessions so she could track down where and when I was having problems. Then she could form her own hypothesis as to what was going on with my body… and she was right on! She also knew what actions to take to get to the bottom of the problem rather than just mask the symptoms like many doctors do by prescribing drugs which often have side-effects and do not get down to the root of the problem. I would highly recommend acupuncture for anyone who, like me, has not been able to cure their issues with traditional Western medicine. Thanks, Elijah!!!"

Victoria S.

"I had taken a violent fall and hit the back of my head. I sustained a mild concussion. At which time I lost my taste and smell for a period of 11 months. I was told by conventional doctors that I would most likely never regain those senses again. A friend recommended that I see an acupuncturist in order to help me. I chose Elijah after reviewing her credentials and speaking with her. She was very professional and shared with me the many things that acupuncture could help. Acupuncture has given me back my quality-of-life that I had prior to the fall. I am once again smelling the flowers, tasting foods and enjoying life."

Darlene C.

"As a boxing photographer, I put my body in some pretty unnatural positions trying to get the shot. Eventually, I developed chronic pain in my neck – a hazard of the trade, or so I was told. I suffered with this pain on a daily basis for two years and considered a change in careers until, on the recommendation of a friend, I made an appointment with Ms. Hawken. I have to admit, I was skeptical at first, but no more. After a few treatments the pain and stiffness in my neck were gone. The procedure was painless, drug-free and actually quite relaxing. Not only have I returned to Ms. Hawken for successful treatments in other areas but, after two years, my neck remains pain-free. I find Ms. Hawken to be personable, professional, and immensely qualified. I highly recommend her health-care treatment."

Chris H.

"Elijah Hawken has done more in seven months to relieve my migraine headaches than the previous seven years of conventional western medical treatment. While conventional treatment focused solely on alleviating the headaches as they occurred, prescribing increasingly larger doses of medications which often produced intense “rebound” headaches and always left me feeling drained and dispirited, the acupuncture treatments I have received from Ms. Hawken have significantly reduced both the frequency and severity of my headaches.

I have been able to halve the dosage of my prescription medication when I do occasionally still require it, and I have not had to take it at all for over a month, whereas I used to take a full or double-dose two to three times per week. And I continue to improve with each treatment. I can now envision a life without either pain or drugs, which I hadn’t thought possible just a year ago. As if that weren’t enough of a blessing, the treatments have also increased my energy level, boosted my immune system, greatly improved my digestive functions, and enhanced my overall sense of well-being. I feel I cannot recommend Ms. Hawken highly enough."

Roz C.

"I came to Elijah for allergies and headaches that were getting worse and worse. Because of the treatments and herbs Elijah gave me, I did not have to take allergy medicine for the first time in more than 20 years. My headaches went away. In addition, I experienced several other unexpected benefits, such as less stress and more restful sleep. I highly recommend Chinese medicine and Elijah Hawken."

Becky B.