Acupuncture & Oriental Health Care, LLC - South Jersey Office

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Thomas Valcich

Over the past two years I have been experiencing degrading neurological symptoms that were concentrated around my neck and shoulders. The symptoms progressed to significant weakness in my neck, atrophy in my neck and shoulder muscles and difficulty swallowing, among others. After numerous examinations and testing, I was diagnosed with ALS in July 2016. At the time of my diagnosis my symptoms progressed to the point where I had limited mobility of my head and needed to hold my head up with my hand at times to relieve the strain on my neck muscles. Any type of activity that required holding my arms above my head became very difficult. Leading up to my ALS diagnosis I had read about how acupuncture can be effective in slowing the progression of ALS symptoms. I met with Dr. Yang for an initial consultation and treatment. She was very thorough in her evaluation of my case and her explanation of how integrative acupuncture works. She explained the importance getting plenty of rest to enhance the body’s natural ability to heal itself, reducing anxiety and depression, and detoxing the body - eliminating all chemicals from my lifestyle – from cleaning and hygiene products to my diet regimen (absolutely no processed foods). Dr. Yang’s integrative acupuncture treats all these aspects of dealing with an illness like ALS. This means she applies the acupuncture treatment to the whole body to help detox, relieve anxiety and depression in addition to any particular local area where specific, physical symptoms may be present. Shortly after my diagnosis I had left work because the physical strain on my neck had become too great. I was feeling depressed and I needed to come to terms with the reality of this challenge. I began seeing Dr. Yang regularly for acupuncture treatment twice each week. After every treatment I noticed improved strength in my neck and shoulders and as the treatments progressed, the improvement was lasting longer. I also noticed an increase in my energy level and less anxiety. It is now mid-September 2016 and I have had 12 acupuncture treatments so far. I have changed to a completely organic and chemical free lifestyle for about two months now and I make sure I get 9 hours of sleep each night with a short nap during the day. The combination of the treatments and lifestyle change are really working for me. I have regained some strength in my neck and increased the mobility of my head. This has given me a much more positive outlook. Since my ALS diagnosis I have also learned a lot about the relationship of chronic Lyme disease and neurological disorders, like ALS. I have a history of having had Lyme disease and believe that may be the root cause of my ALS symptoms. I am also seeing a Lyme specialist now, who, through additional testing, confirmed the presence of active Lyme bacteria in my system – something standard medical tests could not determine. So now I am fighting this battle by treating Lyme disease in the hope that it will stop the attack on my nervous system while I continue with the integrative acupuncture treatments and chemical-free lifestyle to maintain as much strength and energy as possible. If you or anyone you know is struggling with ALS, I highly recommend Dr. Yang’s integrative acupuncture treatment as early as possible to help slow the progression of this horrible disease. It is definitely helping me and I am sure it can also help you.

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Kristin Lauriha

The first time I met with Dr. Ming Yang after receiving high doses of radiation for breast cancer along with multiple back to back surgeries,   I felt complete comfort, compassion and pure bliss with relief from her desire to help promote overall wellness and  overall health for the mind and body which has continued each time I come to her office for acupuncture treatment. Dr.Ming Yang has a strong passion to understand and problem solve the cause of body pain and ailments , how to manage and detox from the side effects of treatments from breast cancer such as radiation, surgeries, anesthesia and medication etc., the importance of proper nutrition for overall physical and emotional/mental health, how to regulate the body to support a healthy living while overcoming such things as unexplained pains, depression, anxiety, insomnia as a result of life style or from such a life changing diagnosis etc. Dr. Ming Yang is a wealth of knowledge about the intrinsic and extrinsic workings of the body and how acupuncture benefits women battling breast cancer treatment and the sudden onset of side effects medication such as "Tamoxifin" needed as a preventative for breast cancer survivors. Personally, after just 5 treatments acupuncture has helped reduce fatigue suffered after aggressive radiation treatment and has increased my energy level significantly throughout the entire day. Dr. Ming Yangs treatments have relieved my  issues with insomnia and reduced my heighted levels of anxiety and worry. My overall disposition is much calmer and I am sleeping more soundly at night with increased hours of consistent sleep without waking and without difficulty falling back to sleep. Dr. Ming Yang truly believes in  providing her patients a feeling of well being and improving a patients overall quality of life. Her office staff /assistants are very warm, friendly and sensitive to your needs. Dr. Ming Yang is always on time, has evening office hours  and provides an atmosphere where you dont feel rushed because of her genuine authentic kind and care personality. Dr. Ming Yang has become another guardian angel to me amongst the many I have met along the way during my breast cancer journey! I feel so blessed to have this opportunity to have her treat me !

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Gerry Banyai

I have just had my 5th acupuncture treatment by Dr. Ming Yang. I was going to wait until I was completely finished with treatments to write a testimonial but I am so overwhelmed with the results so far that I had to submit comments now. I am a very active 77 year old woman who just in the past year began developing overall body pain, especially in my neck, arms, knees and lower back; restless leg syndrome; insomnia because of these pains; trouble going up and down stairs and trouble getting up from a sitting position. I also had no energy and was in a state of depression. I was diagnosed as having either fibromyalgia or polymyalgia until a cervical spine MRI showed two ruptured discs, two bulging discs and bone spurs in my neck that are pressing on my spinal cord. My rheumatologist referred me to a spine surgeon for treatment and/or surgery. I decided to try acupuncture for pain management which brings us to today. After only 5 treatments by Dr. Yang, I no longer have restless leg syndrome, insomnia or depression and have more energy than I have had in a long time. I am sleeping like a baby and feel like my former self again! I was so happy today that I asked Dr. Yang if I could hug her and had tears in my eyes when this very gentle, sweet and extremely competent doctor opened her arms wide to hug me! It was so obvious how happy she was to have helped me as much as she has in such a short period of time. She is now concentrating on continuation of the treatment for the pain in my neck, arms, knees and lower back. I have nothing but the utmost confidence that this "miracle worker" will provide me with a much better quality of life when my treatments come to an end. Geraldine from Bellmawr, New Jersey

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Arlene Davis

My name is Arlene. I have been treated by Dr. Yang for 10/ treatments. When I came in for my first visit, I had severe shortness of breath and chest tightness secondary to PULMONARY HYPERTENSION. I have many health issues after receiving a diagnosis of Raynauds Disease. I have had many orthopedic surgeries. The latest surgery being on my right foot. Following 2 surgeries on same foot, the Pulmonary Hypertension was exacerbated. I no longer was able to breathe without severe shortness of breath. I couldnt manage steps without feeling weak and breathless. Almost passing out. I was so limited in any activity, I was getting depressed. My husband had to help with activities of daily living. I refused to leave home for fear I couldnt breathe. This was affecting my entire life. Dr. Yang examined me and told me I was toxic From so much medication. She, also, said I was malnourished. I had no appetite because of meds and total fatigue. After 10 treatments, I am a new woman. Full of hope. Full of energy. Full of gratitude. Dr. Yang has given me my life back. My regular acupuncturist would not treat me. He said he never treated LUNG DISEASE. I am a retired RN with 43 years experience. I have received acupuncture for years. Dr. Yang is my miracle. She is a TCM doctor, as well. She has helped me nourish my body with advice on proper diet- and I do listen! I am recommending MY special doctor to treat your pain, anxiety, post surgical problems, and LUNG DISEASE. Plus many, many more problems. Thank you for this privilege of talking about Dr. Yang. Arlene Davis

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