Testimonials

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We love hearing from our previous patients about their experience at the clinic. You can select the category that you are interested in reading or just scroll through to see all the info.
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I had osteoarthritis in my knees and went to see Caroline at Calverley and Rawdon Acupuncture Clinic. I found the acupuncture extremely helpful in easing and controlling the pain until knee replacements 2 years later. I now have spondylolisthesis (lower back pain) and was in a great deal of discomfort but have recently started acupuncture again and have been amazed at the immense relief after only a few sessions.

KG

Thank you so much for all your help, guidance and patience! My son is just gorgeous!

I had a wonderful appointment with Kate last night and it was really relaxing. I thoroughly enjoyed it. What a lovely lady and lovely addition to your team!

LB

Having completed one unsuccessful round of IVF I decided to supplement a second treatment with acupuncture. I truly believe that the acupuncture benefited me throughout the second round of treatment. I found the procedures easier and had a shorter recovery time. The eggs and embryos were of better quality than in the first round and I am now happily pregnant with twins. Caroline has been a great support throughout and I would recommend her treatment to anyone undergoing fertility treatment.

RH

For anyone who would like a safe anti-aging treatment that is guaranteed to work, I cannot recommend highly enough Caroline and Facial Rejuvenation acupuncture.

JC

Two separate friends recommended Caroline and her team at Calverley and Rawdon Acupuncture Clinic to me as an additional avenue to explore as part of my fertility journey. I contacted the clinic and quickly booked in for an online fertility consultation. At the end of the hour and a half talking through my complex issues with Caroline online, I burst into tears – tears of relief! For the first time in 3 years, this was the first time a professional had discussed all of the possible causes of recurrent miscarriage in depth with me. We discussed diet, lifestyle and familial medical history in far more depth than the clinicians at the hospital have ever asked about. I was given a bank of useful information to support me in trying different techniques to support our chances of a successful pregnancy. I now have weekly acupuncture sessions which I feel are having a positive impact on my health and wellbeing. Caroline and her team are incredibly knowledgeable and I would recommend them to anyone looking at alternative therapies.

LB

I suffered from regular severe migraines for most of my adult life which were so bad I would spend hours in bed , vomiting and enduring terrible pain which no amount of medication seemed to touch. I contacted Caroline and embarked on a course of acupuncture and even though I really didn’t expect it to work it DID ! It’s been over three years since I finished treatment and in that time I have had just ONE attack. I’ve recently returned to Caroline’s clinic as I have been getting frequent tension headaches and after just a couple of sessions I have experienced a vast improvement. I think it’s MAGIC and I would – and do – recommend it to everyone !

JJ

I was very anxious knowing that my baby was in the breech position at 35 weeks. I wanted to do everything I could to avoid a caesarean. I myself am a midwife so knew what my hospital could offer, which was an ECV after 36 weeks. I knew from research I had come across in my profession that moxibustion had a similar success rate to ECV but carried less risks to myself and my baby. So I googled local places to have the treatment and came across Calverley and Rawdon Acupuncture clinic. Caroline was fantastic on the phone gave me lots of information when booking my appointment. When I arrived the clinic room was wonderfully calm and peaceful so I immediately felt relaxed. Caroline went through a thorough consultation and explained the treatment in detail. The treatment itself was very relaxing and my baby seemed to enjoy it wriggling away like crazy. She gave me an information leaflet on how to continue the treatment myself at home and much to my amazement the baby turned to head down 3 days later. I was over the moon, and am now 39+4 weeks waiting patiently for my baby to arrive naturally. Caroline also informed me of an acupuncture treatment that aims to induce labour, which if I go overdue, I plan to book and have every confidence it will help me meet my baby that little bit sooner.

HG

I just wanted to say thank you again for the part you played in our pregnancy journey. I strongly believe that your work with needles made this little miracle possible.

JR

I have been coming to you for acupuncture for a good many years now and I am happy to say that you have helped me maintain a balance for my health through the acupuncture treatments you have provided. You have treated my gastro-intestinal problems so that I have been able to reduce my medication and sleep better. Originally the hospital consultant wanted me to have a stomach operation for my reflux problem , but thankfully I refused the operation and found that acupuncture has saved me from having drastic surgery. I now only need a top up once a month or so and also have found your dietary advice invaluable ( as long as I follow it!!).

 

 

MS

Thanks again Caroline- I’m blown away with your expertise, level of care, and the herbs! Truly!

BB

I’m in Caroline’s supervision group and it has been invaluable to me as I’m newly qualified and setting up practice atm. Really supportive group where I feel I can speak openly about any problems I’m facing and receive support

TD, Shropshire

Having been diagnosed with Bell’s Palsy three weeks earlier, (no, I’d never heard of it either) both my GP and the NHS physiotherapist that I was referred to had warned me to expect continued facial paralyse for up to six months and possibly beyond. Almost immediately after starting a twice weekly acupuncture programme at the clinic, I experienced significant and clearly noticeable improvement. After another three weeks I was able to close my left eye and do away with the eye patch. My Physio’s mouth literally fell open when I showed him the progress I was making at our next scheduled appointment, resulting in me being ‘discharged’ from the NHS outpatient system. Based on my own experience, the impact on improving recovery time from Bell’s Palsy through acupuncture is clear. However, I’m also convinced that the broader experience that I received at this particular clinic helped me manage the emotional effects of the condition, through Caroline’s professional but very personal approach to treatment, and giving me regular points within my week to proactively do something to help my recovery

BH

Each time I visit , you have reviewed my current state of health as a whole person, so that whenever I have had other problems such as hot flushes with the menopause or musculoskeletal pain such as neck or back pain you have given me acupuncture for these as well. No doubt I will find other things go wrong with my body as I grow older!!
Not only is the acupuncture of great benefit but the professional way in which you provide a friendly and truly individual treatment for me has always put me at ease. As one health professional to another I feel most confident in trusting your knowledge and expertise. I am happy to recommend you to anyone seeking relief from pain and symptoms which often drugs or surgery cannot resolve.

MS

I just wanted to drop you an email to say a massive THANK YOU for all of your help in our fertility journey. Without you, your knowledge and kindness I don’t think that we would be sitting here now with our gorgeous baby. I always think of you as someone who I was meant to meet in my life and I will forever be grateful for everything that you’ve done.

AK

I’ve been having a series of labour preparation treatments with her culminating in my final one which was at 6pm on my due date .We welcomed our healthy & beautiful little girl yesterday evening and I’m convinced it was the same day combination of a sweep followed by acupuncture that got labour going the very next morning. Eternally grateful and Rachael is a consummate professional.

ES

The acupuncture and care I received throughout my pregnancy helped with worry, sickness and really helped to relieve severe hip pain in my last trimester. I was waking every hour at one point in agony and after one treatment in my hip I was able to sleep through the night. I love every aspect of the acupuncture including the way Caroline goes above and beyond just the treatment with her expert advice and reassurance. Thank you so much!

AA

Thanks again – I would happily recommend your practice to anyone undergoing IVF treatment.

I always looked forward to my visits, not only for the relaxation and feeling of well-being they gave, but also for your great advice and our chats which made me feel much more hopeful and positive. T is amazing and we’ll always be very grateful for your help in making him possible!

 

When I met Caroline, she did a detailed assessment of me and my past history. I then started attending weekly sessions. My fertility journey was not straight forward and each week Caroline would listen to my updates and offer advice and guidance. Her knowledge of fertility is brilliant which helped me greatly. She even put me in touch with a fantastic Dr who specialised in the area of fertility I needed investigated. This ended up being a huge turning point in my journey.

VF

I have been seeing Caroline for herbal medicine for a few months now and have been so impressed with the positive affects on my health. The herbs she has prescribed has made a huge difference to my overall wellbeing in mind, body and spirit. Caroline has a wealth of experience and really takes her time to understand your health concerns. She adapts the medicine to your needs and communication and care is outstanding! She’s very patient, caring and highly skilled at what she does. Highly recommend her to anyone wanting to improve their health with Chinese herbal medicine. You won’t be disappointed. Thank you so much Caroline.

BB