Testimonials
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."
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."
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.
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."
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."
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
Neck and Back pain
"I have been suffering with great pain in my neck for which I received physiotherapy,
which did help, but then I decided to try acupuncture which was great help.
My main problem, which I have had for years, was the lower back. At times the
pain was unbearable but after the treatment I received of acupuncture, I am
now able to leave the pain killers.
For anyone suffering from head/neck or back pain, I would definitely not hesitate
to tell anyone to contact Marcus at the Warr Clinic."
R.Davis Bunce
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.
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.
Cosmetic
Acupuncture
"I have had acupuncture with Marcus for over six years, initially to overcome
symptoms associated with fibromyalgia. These included poor sleep, fatigue, and
muscular/ligament pains. I found that the acupuncture helped relieve these symptoms.
I have recently had cosmetic acupuncture with Marcus over a period of six months.
This has improved my frown lines, and given me a much fresher look.
I can highly recommend Marcus. He is a true professional, and a pleasure to
be with."
Frozen Shoulder
"I had suffered from a frozen shoulder for several months and had tried
physiotherapy with little success. A friend suggested acupuncture and although
I was skeptical I made an appointment with Marcus Senior. I have never looked
back, my shoulder is much improved and I am now able to move my arm without pain.
I would recommend him to anyone!"
Gill.
"After being in pain with a Frozen shoulder for over 18 months and having
undergone Manipulation under Anesthetic, followed by 6 months of physiotherapy,
still having stiffness and limited movement in my shoulder, my mother in law
suggested I see Marcus for acupuncture. Believe me, I was the biggest skeptic
about acupuncture. From the first consultation Marcus was professional and
modest in a calming kind of way, having seen him now for a series of treatments,
I have more movement in my shoulder than I had ever hoped for. If I had known
then, how great acupuncture is, I would have seen Marcus when the issue first
arose and I would never have considered the surgery option. Thank goodness
I took the initial step!"
Mandy.
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