Testimonials

"The rigors of training for endurance events like a marathon or a triathlon often cause unwanted overuse injuries. As a former Professional Athlete and winner of the Boston Marathon I have found the hardest part of being an endurance athlete is getting to the starting line healthy. One of the training tools that I personally use and prescribe to the athletes that I now coach is -. Acupuncture treatments for common overuse injuries can get an athlete up and training againand to the starting line."

Lisa Rainsberger
Winner Boston 1985

 

 

 

 

"In the last 5 years, I have transformed from a casual short distance runner into a marathoner and then finally this year, I try ultra-marathons. Acupuncture has given me a better and faster recovery form long training runs and while helping to reduce the muscle fatigue and aches associated with the endurance training I put my body through. The associated relaxation and energy balancing helps to deep my inner-self centered, focused and healthy."

Andy Cullan

"I would like to thank-you for helping me with my headaches. I am a true believer of acupuncture. Steve and I are now proud parents of Zachary Tyler."

Thanks Dawn S

"Three years ago I was officially diagnosed with Graves Disease. While I had hyperthyroid symptoms on and off since 1996 they became very severe in 2003.

"My blood labs were as follows: T-4 14.8, T-3 <0.01. My blood Pressure was 194/95 my heart rate was about 120 most of the time, it got as high as 160 with atrial fibrillation. I also had severe anxiety. The doctors told me I needed to have my thyroid destroyed with radio-active iodine or risk a heart attack or stroke. I agreed that my outlook was not good, but I didn’t like what I had read about destroying the Thyroid gland so I decided to try acupuncture.

"When I first met with Dr. Diane Cridennda she told me that she couldn’t promise that she could cure me but that she knew she could help me to feel better. With in 4 months both by T-3 and T-4 were normal and within a year my TSH was in the normal range.

"Dr. Diane gave me my life back, and for that I will always be grateful. My blood labs remain normal and I am now working on improving my diet to insure optimal health.

"Thank you Dr. Diane for giving me hope when no one else would"

Sandy Lane

"Seven years ago I first decided to try acupuncture/ Chinese Medicine to help with some infertility issues. I found East Winds Acupuncture in the Phone book and when to see Dr. Diane Cridennda. I decided to let go of my western mind and give these foreign ideas a chance, and I figured that after all, medicine that’s been around for 5,000 years has to have something going right?

"I hate needles. I always cried when I had to get a shot, even as an adult and probably would still cry to this day. I can’t say I enjoy having the acupuncture needles put in, but I definitely enjoy the results I get when the treatment is done. The discomfort is over pretty quickly and I have had great results from many different treatments.

"Over the past 7 years I have had three children and almost no colds. I usually try acupuncture and/or Chinese medicine as my first resort for anything that ails me. The best part about it is that there are no adverse side effects and the treatments go after the root cause of the problem – not just the symptoms like western medicine does. We had to use IVF to get pregnant both times and the acupuncture was a wonderful compliment to having the IVF treatments work and to support me during my pregnancies. My second pregnancy was with twins and I was put on bed rest at 28 weeks to prevent preterm labor. I immediately contacted Dr. Diane to start weekly treatments to prevent preterm labor and I carried the twins to 38 weeks and a scheduled C-Section.

"When I walk into Dr. Diane’s office, I immediately relax and start to feel better. I know she will care about my problem, take the time to understand it, and do everything she can to treat me. She has always helped me manage my health in a holistic way – I have learned a lot about nutrition and a healthy lifestyle from her that compliments the Chinese approach to medicine. The best way to avoid problems is to prevent them from occurring in the first place.

"I have referred many people to Dr. Diane over the years, and some of them have had a quick and impacting results and some of them found that acupuncture wasn’t for them. No one I spoke with ever regretted giving it a try. I believe that it is certainly worth a shot, and I feel very empowered and in control of my own health by having access to Chinese Medicine."

Elizabeth Fugitt

"I was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis 7 years ago and was on Prednisone for 5 months after the diagnosis. Each flare up after that I was also put on Prednisone, though never as much as the first time. I was never the best about taking my medication, which probably caused them to come more frequently. This past summer when I felt a flare up coming on, I was told about acupuncture and Diane Cridennda. I thought “Well, I might as well give it a try”. I knew from the start that I have a chronic disease and it will never really go away. I have now made it through tow flares with no medication (preventive or otherwise) and could not be happier. I no longer worry about how all of the medication is affecting me, no longer get mandatory blood work done every three months, and no longer deal with the side effects of Prednisone. I am 100% satisfied with my results."

Renee Smiley

"I wanted to express my appreciation for working me in on a Friday afternoon (last minute) and also being available to treat me the next day – (on Saturday) for my post transfer treatment. I’m really grateful for the work you do, for your willingness to work on the weekends and the various sacrifices you make on behalf of the patients needing to be seen after hours or on the weekends.

"I am a patient of Dr. Magarelli and coming up from Albuquerque was I was so impressed to receive such care & kindness & prompt service. As you would want to know I’m sure…… I am pregnant with twins and almost 12 weeks along. I often think of all the people who blessed my life helping me through the process. You all are among those people who made sacrifices for m. I want to sincerely thank you for helping so many women like myself be able to have the chance at giving life to another. It is among the greatest gifts I’ve ever received."

With great Appreciation,

Delane Meredith

"I would highly recommend Dr. Diane at East Winds Acupuncture not just for infertile couples needing assistance but to any pregnant woman. After a few months of treatments and support through my 1st cycle of in-vitro my husband and I were successful. I was excited to continue treatments through my pregnancy. Many of my friends and family members talked tome of their battles with morning sickness that for some lasted for 20 weeks and as I went through my 1st trimester I had none! I truly believe it was greatly due to Dr. Diane’s treatments and advice on a healthy pregnancy. Through my once a month treatments n my 2nd trimester I suddenly began having 20-25 contractions a day and after 3 consecutive acupuncture treatments in 10 days the contractions decreased to only around 5 daily, allowing me to continue enjoying my pregnancy worry-free. Dr. Diane is an angel on earth – schedule time with East Winds and you will not be disappointed."

Elizabeth Younts

At the age of 41 I was diagnosed with pre-mature ovarian failure and was in the midst of premature menopause. This was the diagnosis of two infertility physicians, my Ob endocrinologist and my primary care physician. My FSH was over 30 for three months in a row and my menstrual cycle had completely stopped. I was given less than 1% chance of conceiving using my own eggs.

I had already been seeing Dr. Diane for fertility issues but we both agreed that we should focus on the menopausal issues that were turning my life upside down. Dr. Diane continued to treat me weekly and through regular acupuncture visits, Chinese herbal prescriptions and topical crèmes, my periods were back within three months. The hot flashes were gone and my libido was back. My husband also received acupuncture and took herbs and nutritional supplements to help sperm quality. In late January I became pregnant!

In the first trimester I was experiencing a lot of spotting and my Ob gave me grim news that I may miscarry. I saw Diane for several acupuncture treatments and soon the spotting stopped.

My son was born September 25, 2004 one month early, but in perfect health. I wound (and do) encourage anyone who finds themselves in a similar situation to seek out acupuncture/Chinese Medicine. I found acupuncture to not only be affordable but less invasive than most fertility treatments.

I cannot fully express my gratitude to Diane for being there during this period of my life.

Seven years ago I first decided to try acupuncture / Chinese medicine to help with some infertility issues. I found East Winds Acupuncture in the phone book and went to see Dr. Diane Cridennda. I decided to let go of my western mind and give these foreign ideas a chance, and I figured that after all, medicine that’s been around for 5,000 years has to have something going right.

I hate needles. I always cried when I had to get a shot, even as an adult, and probably would still cry to this day. I can’t say I enjoy having the acupuncture needles put in, but I definitely enjoy the results I get when the treatment is done. The discomfort is over pretty quickly and I have had great results from many different treatments.

Over the past 7 years I have had three children and almost no colds. I usually try acupuncture and/or Chinese medicine as my first resort for anything that ails me. The best part about it is that there are no adverse side effects and the treatments go after the root cause of the problem – not just the symptoms like western medicine does. We had to use IVF to get pregnant both times, and the acupuncture was a wonderful compliment to having the IVF treatments work and to support me My second pregnancy was with twins and I was put on bed rest at 28 weeks to prevent preterm labor. I immediately contacted Dr. Diane to start weekly treatments to prevent preterm labor and I carried the twins to 38 weeks and a scheduled c-section.

When I walk into Dr. Diane’s office, I immediately relax and start to feel better. I know she will care about my problem, take the time to understand it, and do everything she can to treat me. She has always helped me manage my health in a holistic way – I have learned a lot about nutrition and a healthy lifestyle from her that compliments the Chinese approach to medicine. The best way to avoid problems is to prevent them from occurring in the first place!

I have referred many people to Dr. Diane over the years, and some of them have had quick and impacting results and some of them found that acupuncture wasn’t for them. No one I spoke with ever regretted giving it a try. I believe that it is certainly worth a shot, and I feel very empowered and in control of my own health by having access to Chinese medicine.