Testimonials

Headaches and Migraines

“I was having daily incapacitating headaches with frequent severe migraine attacks. Acupuncture treatment has abolished the daily headaches and the migraine attacks are less frequent, less painful and shorter duration. Generally, my quality of life has improved significantly."


Migraines

“I have been suffering from migraines for about 20 years and since having children the severity and frequency of these have increased. Before I started having acupuncture I was having 2/3 a week. I could control them with medication from the doctor but I was worried about the impact these drugs were having on my body. Since seeing Marcus my migraines have reduced considerably, the tension in my neck and shoulders, which contributed to my migraines, has now gone completely. I always have more energy after having acupuncture and feel more relaxed. I would highly recommend acupuncture for reducing the frequency of migraines.”


"Migraines have been a regular feature of my life for the past twenty years and have resulted in many “lost” days. For the past ten years I have also been taking medication for high blood pressure which has precluded me from trying any of the stronger migraine relief products. I had resigned myself to a life with migraines when a colleague told me that acupuncture had worked for him. I do not like needles so it wasn’t until I had suffered yet another severe migraine that I plucked up courage to make an appointment. I am so glad that I did. I am amazed and very grateful that your weekly treatments over the past eight weeks have kept me free of migraines, especially considering that this has also been an extremely stressful period at work for me."

Period pain and Inducing

"My Brother-in-Law convinced me to try acupuncture for menorrhagia as traditional medicine had not managed to alleviate the symptoms, and the condition was causing me to have to stop everything and become housebound several days every month. I admit to being skeptical but was astonished at how effective it was in completely stopping the pain, and decreasing the bleeding sufficiently for me to be able to continue with my life normally.

Equally astonishingly Marcus was able to deduce just from changes in my pulse that I was pregnant before the pregnancy test was able to pick up the hormone change (the test I'd taken that morning was negative, the test I took two days later was positive). When my baby decided she didn't want to be born, I sought help through acupuncture to prevent being induced clinically at the hospital. My baby girl was born naturally during the early hours of the morning after a straightforward three hour labour. My experiences of acupuncture have been very positive and I would sincerely recommend using this kind of alternative therapy."


Side effects to medication, sleeping problems and swollen joints

“ I have had acupuncture treatment for nearly two years now. On my first visit Marcus Senior successfully treated me for side effects of a prescription drug.

Since then I have received treatment for sleeping problems, and this proved to be beneficial.
I am now being treated for painful swollen fingers, and a painful hip. This treatment is also proving to be extremely helpful.
I would recommend Marcus Senior as he is professional, caring and calming.”


Post Viral Fatigue

“I have used accupuncture ever since I suffered post viral fatigue after a flu virus, some five years ago. This followed a kidney infection, and very poor health from unknowingly suffering with severe candida.This left me at times
struggling to walk as I was so weak and my energy was so low. Each time I have had a bout of candida I have used acupuncture along with a strict diet excluding yeast and sugar. My health and fitness each time has returned quickly. I have recently used acupuncture after being exposed to an overload of stress this in turn has left me with digestive problems and has been a tremendous help on my road to recovery. I would highly recommend acupunture for any of the above symptoms and Marcus Senior who is a true professional.

I have recommended it to both friends and family who I am pleased to report have found the treatment very helpful and have had very positive results.”


Sinus Infections and Energy

“I first saw Marcus in 2007. I had been suffering from recurrent sinus infections which had become progressively more frequent and more debilitating. I noticed immediate improvements in my general well being following treatment and have never had a sinus infection again! I have continued to see Marcus for various ailments: back pain, low energy levels, headaches and always have excellent results. I have learnt over time that acupuncture can be of use for MANY health issues.

I work shifts and find night shifts particularly difficult to recover from. I often became run down and unwell following these. I now have acupuncture the day after I finish nights and my energy levels return to normal immediately. I now rarely find myself having the coughs, colds and chest infections that I was previously so prone to.
I would not hesitate to recommend Marcus and his treatments.”

Osteo-arthritis

"I suffer from osteo-arthritis of both hips, both knees, lumbar and cervical spine together with intermittent pain in both hands.

I have over many years found great pain relief with the use of Chinese acupuncture – must stress that I found no help from what is called Western Acupunture on the one occasion it was offered to me on the NHS.

It was with great relief, when moving to Newbury, that I discovered the practise of Marcus Senior at the Berkshire Holistic Centre in Newbury and I continue to get relief from his treatment.

I can certainly recommend anyone needing pain relief to consult with Marcus for professional and friendly help."

Nasal drip

"After coughing for some six months or more, and having endless tests and diagnoses, ranging from infections to asthma and finally to nasal drip. The treatment for nasal drip was extremely harsh, in fact the treatment was for ant-acid. It resulted in constipation, diarrhea and to severe dizziness.

In consternation I turned again to my acupuncturist who diagnosed my condition to be a nasal discharge due to fatigue and kidney weakness. He also explained the important relationship between the kidneys and the lungs.
He recommended a regime of warming foods such as stews, soups, etc; warming drinks and keeping the lower back warm. No more cold foods from the fridge, no more copious cold salads, and certainly no cold drinks.

Four days in, the coughing has definitely improved. I will continue the regime, and be grateful for a sane diagnosis."


Arthritis

"Conventional medicine appeared to offer me very little relief from the sharp pain of osteo-arthritis in my hands. A friend persuaded me to try acupuncture and within a few weeks I had noticed a real difference. I now rely on regular treatment from Marcus to reduce the swelling and give me more movement and less pain in my hands and fingers. I have gone from being highly skeptical of the benefits of traditional Chinese medicine to something of an enthusiast!"

Martin Salter, Member of Parliament for (Reading West 1997 - 2010)

"I have consulted Marcus for several years for the treatment of painful arthritis symptoms in my hands and feet. For years beforehand I had very painful fingers, thumb and big toe joints which were steadily worsening over time. Symptoms were particularly bad if I had to carry heavy items or used a computer mouse for long periods of time. I could not use conventional treatments such as NSAIDs as I have asthma and these drugs bring on my asthma attacks. Initially, I consulted with Marcus for acupuncture weekly for a few months, then monthly till today. The treatment has been very successful. The pain and stiffness in my hands has improved significantly and my daily functioning has also improved markedly. The pain is now mostly mild and does not interfere with my activities. This is particularly important as my work is writing using a PC.
I recommend Marcus heartily for people with similar problems."

Pete Blakeborough, Medical Writer

"I went to see Marcus about the arthritis in my finger and because he works holistically he immediately picked up on the problems I have with my digestive system. My finger felt completely better after 4 sessions and I continued to see Marcus for help with my digestion. His treatment was very helpful and he gave me lots of practical advice on how to improve things. Thank you, Marcus."


Headaches

"I went to consult Marcus for recurring headaches following an RTA 15 years ago. Using acupuncture and cupping gave instant relief and freedom of neck movements. I found this of enormous benefit.

IBS

"I have been a sufferer of IBS for a number of years without having found any lasting help. I consulted Marcus who used acupuncture and heat treatment to assist with the discomfort of the related problems. I found this treatment of great help."

Back Pain

"Having recently experienced some acupuncture treatment I would like it to be known what a difference it has made to me. I had been suffering from severely knotted muscles in the back; I had had physiotherapy for a while without any difference. Pain really drags a person down as we all know and it made me so unhappy and weak. In desperation I turned to acupuncture and in the early days of the treatment I thought it wasn’t going to do anything for me.

I wouldn’t give it up though and how glad I am that I didn’t. I feel a different person in that I feel stronger because I have less pain and I can smile much more now. I have also cut down the pain killers which are wonderful, I wouldn’t hesitate to have the treatment again."

Endometriosis

"I first had acupuncture in 2006 following a year of pain, emergency hospital admittances and a diagnosis of grade VI endometriosis. I had a 5 and half hour laser laparoscopy in December 2005 and with the complications and pain that followed I decided that I needed to take control and do something positive. Marcus treated me with acupuncture and a heat lamp and cupping. Was it painful? I won't lie, yes at times it was but it was good pain and it wasn't as painful as the endometriosis!

After my first treatment I slept like a log and had so much energy, more than I'd had in years and this continued to be the pattern following treatments. My periods gradually became less and less painful until I was getting through with no pain relief, a miracle considering prior to starting the acupuncture I was being admitted to hospital once a month and given morphine to get through! Anyway fast forward 6 months and I was pregnant, our natural miracle discovered the day we signed the forms to start IVF treatment.

I truly believe that acupuncture played a huge part in the natural conception of my son. He was born the following year and after his birth the old endometriosis pain started to return so I came back to Marcus and started monthly treatments. Again my sleeping improved and I had more energy.

In November 2009 I had a repeat laser laparoscopy lasting only an hour, as although the endometriosis had returned it wasn't extensive and again I feel the acupuncture helped to keep it at bay. I am currently 7 weeks pregnant with our second miracle, so lightening really does strike twice. Marcus helped me at a time in my life when I was feeling very low and no longer in control of my body. Since meeting him and having acupuncture all my dreams have true...twice!."


ME

"I had a course of acupuncture treatment from Marcus last year for ME and found it helped to alleviate my symptons appreciably. His caring and sympathetic approach inspires confidence and promotes excellent patient/practitioner rapport. Consequently, I felt immediately at ease with him and, from the outset, trusted his advice, treatment and judgement. He is extremely well qualified and a very competent practitioner. If you think acupuncture is for you, Marcus is your man!"

Joyce P, Caversham.

Stress, Depression and RSI

"Initially I was very skeptical about acupuncture. However, after reading an extremely positive newspaper article , I decided to give it a try. I have been consistently amazed at how effective it has been in treating my stress, depression and other conditions such as RSI and tendon damage, often with immediate effect. Therefore I would thoroughly recommend both Marcus and acupuncture to anybody; it is most definitely not a placebo, it really does work!".


Insomnia

"I’ve been a regular insomniac for over 20 years. Over this time I’ve tried every medical + herbal remedy available to cure what has been a constant struggle to deal with. Nothing has been successful, including some rather heavy-duty medication. I was recommended acupuncture after giving up hope and reaching the conclusion that nothing would cure this. Without exaggeration it has been a revelation. Within one session I got my first full night’s sleep in 3 months. Since then I have not missed a single night’s sleep. I am a natural cynic who looked to acupuncture as a last resort. I would have no hesitation recommending it to anyone who suffers with lack of sleep."

Craig Cusack.


Neck pain

"Doctors diagnosed that I had Cervical Spondylosis after I had an X ray. I could not sleep very well due to the feelings I was having in my head and neck.
My daughter in law advised me to try acupuncture and recommended that I see Marcus Senior, whom she was seeing.

Best thing I did because after a couple of visits the improvements were dramatic."

Roy Beasley, Reading


Pain

"Having required an alternative treatment for pain that was not based on tablets I found your advertisement for Acupuncture at my local Sports Centre and thought I had nothing to lose by giving it a try.

I was impressed by the treatment I received and continued, on a regular basis, for about 4 years after which I felt not only pain free but, also very well physically and mentally.

I have recently returned for treatment for pain in my hand and foot.

This shows that I have complete faith in acupuncture as an alternative treatment and would highly recommend your practice and your professionalism in your treatments."

Ann, Reading.


General

"As an Acupuncturist myself, I believe it's important to receive treatment. I choose Marcus as my practitioner because I find him very professional and he seems to understand exactly what I need when I go and see him. He has been my practitioner for the last 4 years and I throughly recommend him."

“ I must say, I am very pleased with the way my treatment is going with the acupuncture I receive from Marcus at the Pim Clinic. I can recommend it to anyone”

"Marcus is someone I recommend to all my friends who want to try out acupuncture. Reasons being that he is so gentle, he puts you at ease and he explains everything he is doing in layman's terms. I have been going to Marcus for over a year or so now with different problems and within a couple of sessions have found relief from pain. Marcus also does not rush his appointments in the 30 minutes or so he has with you. He takes his time. He is very passionate about his profession and is a very caring, understanding person."