Thanks to Tanuja’s skill and knowledge, I finally have hope that I may ‘get my life back’ (sounds overly dramatic, but I really have had to limit my activities because of that ankle/foot).”

​—E.P., age 70

I visited Tanuja due to depression and lack of energy. I was on a prescription anti-depressant medication and didn't want to just increase the dose to deal with the problem. After I heard Tanuja explain Chinese medicine at a talk, I was intrigued to try it. I believe Tanuja's care has helped me weather some very stressful circumstances regarding my husband's health much better than I would have on my own.
—L.R., age 62

I have had headaches off and on for decades, but for the past year I had a nonstop headache, there in the morning when I woke up, and constantly hurting throughout the day. It never seemed to go away. After one month treatments with Tanuja, I feel better. I don't have the headaches and the constant pain. I have to do this for me because it makes a difference. You don't know what it’s like to wake up without pain, to not feel heavy and sore and not wanting to move. You are able to move without having to worry about what you're doing. Now I feel good. I’m able to go on hikes for the whole day. My mood is better. I’m able to have a life without pain.

—Melissa age 49

​“You really solved my knee problems, I am perfectly fine now, thank you sooooo much.”

—Sabine D.

I work long hours in a fast-paced job. A few months ago my health was in an ongoing cycle of fatigue, brain fog, inflammation, and, resultingly, not feeling happy to be alive. I reached the point where it was difficult to get out of bed every morning. I felt like I was living the life of a one-hundred-year-old person. Additionally, I had carpal tunnel pain and didn’t want to have surgery.

I was spending money to keep feeling this way: stress eating, caffeine to wake myself up, and clothes due to weight gain. I was short-tempered with my spouse. On top of that I had to go to medical appointments to investigate what was wrong.

After beginning acupuncture and Chinese herbal treatment, I started getting back on track on what I wanted in my life, interests, lifestyle, energy level improving, more clarity in thinking processes, going back to life changes I had entertained but previously didn’t move forth on.

This year I’ve been able to hike, exercise. Generally I have achieved a better sense of self and feel like I have hope in my life. I feel much better than I have in a long time. Now I’m in my life, not an observer of others’ lives and I have goals and hopes for future that I feel are attainable, not just wishful thinking, life not just passing me by.

— Sharen, age 56

“Thank you. I got a massage tonight, and my therapist said she thought the acupuncture made a big difference. She said things were releasing and moving and I was very relaxed. Thank you!”

​—J, age 43

The ankle pain came on overnight four years ago. I was not a person who thought of “I can’t” in correlation with myself and it took me two years to accept my limitations. I had so much pain and exhaustion I was unable to get through daily, basic tasks. I was not able to wash dishes without having to stop, not able to pick up my kid or go on a playground with my kid.

Everything had to be worked around the pain. I had days where I had to decide if I was able to stand in the shower because it might also be the day I had to go to grocery store.
Mentally, you’re always in a fog with pain like that. I avoided painkillers because they made me feel grumpy and nonfunctional, so I settled for constant fog of pain. One of the medications I took gave me heart palpitations, which was unpleasant.

When I began having acupuncture with Tanuja, I experienced the first absence of pain in three and a half years regardless of any other medication or treatment that I’ve had. Symptoms became controlled and I was able to being living again just doing basic things you take for granted.

Also as a result of acupuncture, I have completely controlled swelling as well as pain, and now we’re more into maintenance, I’m able to do more. I’m gradually getting back a huge quality of life that I lost overnight four years ago. Being given back all of this is huge and it comes without terrible side effects of medications.

Acupuncture has worked better than anything else.
— Meghan, age 37

”Tanuja has done wonders for me! I went for relief from very painful Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. I immediately stopped taking my heavy dose of Ibuprofen and/or Acetaminophen. Through gentle needling, herbs, massage and simple exercises, treatments saved me from having to seek steroid injections and possible surgery. Tanuja has an intuitive and attentive nature.“ —Starr, age 37

I have varying degrees of constant neck pain from Cervical Spondylosis. Tanuja gave me three treatments which relieved my pain almost entirely. The best part was the relief lasted the two and a half weeks until my return home for my regular appointments.”

—E, age 86

After having relocated, by mid-March, 2018, my allergies started to wreak havoc on my health. I tried my best to calm the flare up and excessive cough using various over the counter sinus/ allergy and cough medications as well as herbal remedies and essential oils, but nothing helped and the allergies worsened to the point that I developed a red, inflamed and itchy rash similar to eczema on my face, shoulders, arms and legs. I was at exasperated and at wit’s end and knew I needed to find a new doctor.

After 6 visits, acupuncture treatments and oriental tea blends, the rash is now gone and my allergies are manageable. The pictures speak volumes! I am now able to feel comfortable going out shopping, to the gym, or to restaurants and events and not feeling like I needed to cover up my arms and legs or put a paper bag over my head!

—Denise, age 65​

" Honestly my knees have not hurt at all today which is the first time in weeks."
—Nicole, age 45, cancer survivor

I first saw Tanuja for managing the pain of recovering from a shoulder surgery. With acupuncture, Chinese herbs and PEMF, I’ve felt less pain than I anticipated and recovery was smooth and quick. Along the way I’ve improved my energy level and I sleep better. I am able to hold my infant grand-daughter and do my work with more ease. I have a better overall mood and I can let things go and not argue with family. Also, I found the treatments helpful for pain in different parts of my body.

A few months after surgery I had a fracture in my arm and the physical therapist was amazed about how quickly I progressed. Shortly after the fracture I could hardly move my arm and then next time I came in I raised it all the way.

Tanuja’s clinic is so relaxing. First, I feel like I get a massage. Also, I’ve gone to other places and they talk the whole time about their kids and stuff. Tanuja has created such a relaxing atmosphere and I think that really helps with the acupuncture.

—Susan, age 66

“Tanuja was able to turn back the clock for me a little. Using acupuncture and Chinese herbs Tanuja restored my male energies and help me resume normal intimate relations. Job well done, thank you.”
—M, age 58

I was having neck pain which was frustrating and I could see no end in sight. Everything I tried was only temporary relief, and the doctor only offered medications. By the end of the work day I was just exhausted. The pain was draining and affected how I interacted with others. At home I was silent, not talking much with my husband. I tried walking, I tried everything to feel better.

After a couple of treatments with Tanuja, I had inner peace, less pain and more mobility. I transformed to a happier, more positive outlook with a sense of peace. I can do things with my husband now and feel like I’m no longer a burden.

Thanks to having acupuncture, I know there’s a place I can go for relief, I know there’s answers. Before I did this, I didn’t know acupuncture was effective and it opened my mind quite a bit.
--Jeannette, age 62

“My husband and I have been actively trying to conceive for almost three years prior to seeking care from Tanuja. I suffer from irregular menstrual period and fibroid in my uterus.  With her professional and thoughtful care for the six months preperation prior to IVF, Tanuja has made my dream come true. Now I am pregnant going on my second trimester with twins after the first try of IVF.”

—Lisa, age 37

Acupuncture isn’t typically something I would seek out. When an opportunity to see Tanuja was presented to me, I was skeptical but went ahead with the appointment. For the majority of my adult life I had suffered from insomnia as well as anxiety. I had taken multiple prescription medications to treat these issues over the years. Sometimes with success, sometimes without, but nothing had ever ‘fixed’ my problems. After my first treatment with Tanuja I laid down for bed that evening and fell asleep within 20 minutes and slept for 8 hours and 10 minutes STRAIGHT. This is something that I never thought would be possible for me. I’ve had continued success with my sleep issues and my anxiety issues have nearly resolved as well. My experience with acupuncture has been life changing. I can’t imagine going back to feeling sleep deprived, anxious and exhausted all of the time. I think more clearly, have a much more thorough thought process and just an overall calmness in my mind. Thank you, Tanuja!!!”
—Mandi Frost, age 36

Do you want to share your story so other people know acupuncture can help them too? If you are a current patient or were a patient during my time at Lifespan and would like others to know your story, please send me an email.