Testimonials
“Three weeks ago I came to Pat with “achy” knees, back tension and a sinus problem I’ve had for many years. With some reluctance and skepticism I walked into the office. I was met by a truly caring person, concerned with my symptoms, but caring more about me and my health in general. I now have virtually no knee pain, my back tension has greatly eased and my sinuses are getting better. All of this has caused me to search for more information about acupuncture. I find the concepts fascinating. For me, the bottom line is - it’s working. I would give acupuncture three thumbs up if I had another one.” Dennis D.
“I was diagnosed with acute cystitis. I was miserable. The doctor kept trying different pills to ease the pain and nothing worked. I was up 4-6 times a night to go the the bathroom, and in the bathroom many times during the day. Even walking irritated my bladder. The doctor said she had never seen such an “angry bladder”. I started acupuncture with Pat Flood and after 3 or 4 treatments I started to feel better. I started noticing it felt better longer during treatments and when it returned it wasn’t as bad. My last treatment, which was about two months since my first, I had absolutely no pain and no recurrences. It has now been about three months since my first treatment and I am completely pain-free.” Cheri L.
“After about eleven days of sciatica pain, I knew that it was time for action. Should I visit my local MD? Hmmm…and that would accomplish? I would probably leave with a prescripton for muscle relaxers and suggestions to rest and not further stress my back. But I have a couple of friends and relatives who have had great success with acupuncture for various conditions. And somewhere in the back of my mind I remember hearing that acupuncture is an excellent remedy for back pain. But where to go? Fortunately, when I inquired of my massage therapist, she recommended Patricia Flood. GOOD ADVICE! At my first appointment, she listened, gave me excellent information and put me at ease. Now, after treatment number three, my pain is almost completely gone. At my request, Pat also supplied me with several herbal remedies, and once again she explained thoroughly their benefits and limitations. These treatments have given me not only pain relief, but also a better understanding of acupuncture and its benefits. Pat has left me with a feeling of confidence in my ability to take care of my body and a sense of my own power and participation in my health care.” Cecilia M.
“On December 31, 2004, I was given the news that I had breast cancer. It was suggested that I have 6 treatments of chemotherapy, each 3 weeks apart, and 32 radiation treatments to my chest wall. On September 28, 2005, I was finally done with this course of treatment. I knew my immune system had been severely damaged and my general health had been compromised. It is hard to say what other damage had been done. Over the next 18 months, I did many things to improve my health….eating better, more positive thinking, more exercise. I looked really fit and felt pretty good. But it seemed that every cold and flu bug going around found easy access to my body. I had chronic bladder infections, herpes and heartburn. My digestion was poor, and I was easily fatigued. I was also becoming depressed and discouraged. I have a friend who had been seeing Pat regularly while going through prolonged treatments for ovarian cancer… and she never seemed to get sick! I knew her immune system was being hammered by the chemo drugs. So I decided that I would go talk with Pat and see what she suggested. That was about nine months ago. I am so happy that I did! Today I can tell you that with Pat’s attentive care and suggestions, my immune system is so much stronger. I don’t remember my last bladder infection or herpes outbreak. My digestion is vastly improved… which means that my body is now better able to take in the nutrients in the good food I eat. I have more energy and enthusiasm for my life and relationships. There is still room for improvement. I will continue to see Pat and take the supplements and Chinese medicines she recommends. Trust me, it’s worth the money!! My world is a better place because she is in it and I want to keep it that way! If you are in need of help regaining, maintaining or even establishing your health (and who isn’t?), I can certainly recommend that you add Pat to your health-enhancing changes. You’ll be glad you did!” Kristina L.
“I have endured arthritic hands, feet (and gout) for over ten years; the past few years my knees have started to become painful and stiff as well. I had lost a great deal of functional use of my hands and feet. I have also had problems getting to sleep at night, with night sweats and severe hot flashes during the day. The Chinese herb formula has done wonders with the discomfort of hot flashes. My doctor had tried for two years (without success) to wean me off estrogen. I would go one or two days and by the third day just couldn’t endure any more! Over-the-counter hormone therapy was not effective, either. Since my first treatment with Pat, I have been totally off the estrogen. The night sweats were minimal at first and are now completely gone (after 5 treatments). I am able to close my right hand completely for the first time in over 10 years; and, as of my fifth treatment, am now able to close my left hand most of the way, without pain. I might add that Pat helps each patient with an individual wellness schedule, but also leaves it up to the patient as to how far they want to take treatment. For me, I want to see just how far I can go with it. When I reach a point where (I feel) my body is no longer building, I will go to a maintenance plan with longer intervals. I have personally decided that my body can go further and want to test that factor. However, if I went no further I would say that I have found immense relief and a greatly enriched quality of life. Thank you, Pat!” Judy C.
“In January I presented myself and “my condition” to Pat flood for some much needed help. I had just spent four months and a lot of money with a well known allergist and equally well known pulmonary doctor. They both came up with the same diagnosis and treatment. Prescription drugs for my symptoms only. Well, that just wasn’t good enough for me. So, Pat Flood and I started down a different road together. Pat told me she felt I was suffering from what Chinese Medicine calls a “wet spleen” and that we needed to dry it up. What I had brought to Pat was a dripping nose and a “plum pit” caught in my throat. I was never without tissues and cough drops. Well, it’s May, right in the middle of allergy season and I no longer carry tissues and drops. Pat Flood was willing to really listen to me and look at me from a “non prescription drug” point of view and we seem to be drying me up.” Pennie G.
“Last June, my family doctor told me the severe pain I was experiencing on the left side of my face was probably Bell’s Palsy. The pain started exactly in the middle of my face and extended to behind my left ear. I started on a trip to Oregon, but turned back at Olympia because of the pain. A friend suggested acupuncture. Pat saw me right away and I believe there were four appointments before she had to make a trip back East. I was to see her again when she returned, but this wasn’t necessary because the pain was gone!! Believe me, it seemed like a miracle. Thank you Pat!!” Barbara A.