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Testimonials

Fibromyalgia

"Living with chronic pain has been a way of life for the past 20 plus years. I have seen doctor after doctor, taken drug after drug. I've done PT, massage, chiropractic; the list could go on and on.

4 months ago I called Turning Point. Since working with Tom and Laura my pain has gone from a daily 8/9 to a much more bearable 3/4. I started acupuncture with no expectations and now find myself hopeful that with continued treatment I can reduce my pain even more.

The entire staff is incredible - their positive, upbeat nature can't help but make your day bright.

Much thanks to all of you!"

--P.B, Eugene, OR

"I have had fibromyalgia most of my life, but was diagnosed in 1994 when I was at my worst and medicine didn't work or only worked for a very short time. I had driven school buses for over 25 years steady, so body damage was taking its toll. I went for chiropractic treatment, which helped. I also tried massage therapy, and I did improve somewhat after several years.

Then I found acupuncture with Tom Williams. Wow! What a change in me! I've not felt this good in years. In fact, I can't remember feeling this good ever. I have more energy, stamina, and I sleep like a baby. The pain almost nonexistent.

Acupuncture needles don't hurt either. They are so small. I was really surprised. My husband noticed the big change and wanted to know what happened to me.

Thank you Tom Williams for changing my life."

--Joy Decker, Oakridge, OR

"I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia in 1981. I had major sleep problems and severe pain my neck, back, shoulders, and general flu-like symptoms. My doctor prescribed an antidepressant that controlled and reduced the pain and sleeplessness. However, through the years, I needed to increase the dosage, causing more and more side effects. This year, 2006, I started to look for some other options. My nurse practitioner recommended Tom Williams.

I have needle phobia so I was concerned about acupuncture. When I went to my appointment, I was immediately reassured by the calm, comfortable office and staff. Tom is a caring professional. I told him I was looking for a way to relieve pain and sleeplessness without drugs. I told him I was taking Pamelor (antidepressant) and Celebrex (pain medication), and I had tried many antidepressants over the years. Pamelor was the only one that worked, but I needed to keep increasing the dosage. I have tried all the new sleep medications: Lunesta, Ambien, Sonata and they all had bad side effects for me. I also shared my dread of needles.

Now, I have had several treatments with Tom. The needles did not bother me. Perhaps because I felt the value of them immediately. That was the surprise--the instant effect. And the long-term effect was being able to reduce my dosage on medications.

I feel I can recommend Tom to anyone. They have and continue to help me so much. Thank you, Tom and office staff, for all your caring service. I really appreciate it."

--M.N., Eugene, OR

"After struggling with the pain of fibromyalgia for the past eight years, I decided to try acupuncture. Prescribed pain relievers were giving me only limited relief and increasing medication was unwise.

When I first met with Tom Williams, I felt confident that I could be helped in a kind, professional, caring program. From the first treatment, I walked away with less pain, and went home to enjoy a night of more relaxed sleep.

I have continued to improve so that I walk more easily, have much less pain, and breathe more comfortably. Most of all, I have the hope that I can continue to feel this well and lead a more active life. For a retired teacher and counselor in her seventies, that is a real comfort and encouragement!

Thanks, Tom Williams!"

--C.H., Eugene, OR

"I've had chronic pain in the form of fibromyalgia [with irritable bowel syndrome] and arthritis for over ten years. I've tried multiple disciplines to deal with the many symptoms that go along with these conditions, from exercise and meditation to diet, supplements and pain medication. But I was never really able to find the right combination until I found Tom Williams at the Turning Point Center. I had little to lose and so much to gain. What a difference acupuncture has made in my life!

From the first visit I started to feel profoundly different, physically, mentally, and spiritually. My world just seemed to get bigger and brighter. For instance, I found that I could see more clearly from colors and light to small details. I didn't need to wear my reading glasses as often. My glaucoma disappeared. The experience was like being able to breathe fresh air for the first time. The depression I had suffered from for seven years slowly vanished and I had no more use for antidepressants. My memory and mental clarity improved. I started feeling like living out loud for a change.

Fibromyalgia is a strange animal. It seems to go hand in hand with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), skin hypersensitivity, extreme fatigue, mental fogginess, depression, muscle and joint pain and food/chemical sensitivities. After several months my skin sensitivity went away along with the IBS. My pain levels went down considerably. I found that if I was having a flare-up I could get a treatment with Tom and get immediate relief.

The Turning Point Center has become a big part of my proactive war against fibromyalgia and arthritis. Some of the other things I have found to be essential in my "war chest" are: Green First (a supplement from Turning Point that improves my energy level), chiropractic, getting plenty of sleep and exercise, hot baths and eating a well balanced diet void of preservatives and artificial sweeteners. When I have a flare-up, I tell myself, "this too shall pass" and once again dip into my war chest.

I would not hesitate to recommend anyone to try acupuncture with Tom Williams at the Turning Point Center."

--Sherri Palmer, Cottage Grove, OR

"I was referred by Dr. James Morris to Tom Williams to help my fibromyalgia pain. I was diagnosed in 1993 with fibromyalgia. The pain in my lower back and hip are aggravations from many falls in my life. I have some bulging disks and disk degeneration up and down my spine. I was not able to shop, work, exercise or walk long distances. I have taken pain medication, had massages, chiropractic adjustments, and physical therapy. Tom Williams is the one who has truly helped me with my pain. He has increased my energy and ability to shop, improved my sleep and mood, and decreased my pain. I had bone spurs in the heels of my feet. Tom treated them in one appointment and I left pain-free that day. Tom's needles are small and don't hurt. I like that he measures my improvements by doing evaluations every eight weeks. He keeps data and has helped me with so many allergies that I had before I saw Tom. Don't hesitate, call right now and meet a wonderful staff and know you are on the road to recovery."

--Marilyn King, Teacher, Springfield, OR