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Several months ago I woke up one morning and had a sharp pain in my lower back and extreme stiffness all down my left leg. I thought it might work out on its own, but if anything it got worse. I found out I had a bulged disc
pinching a nerve (sciatica). I could barely get around or get much done before I'd have to lie down to get the weight off it. I started seeing Tamie and within a few visits began to notice a difference. In a few months the difference
was like night and day. I can be on my feet all day, take care of yard work etc. Tamie helped me get my life back.
-Vincent, Lexington
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I owe Tamie so much for the new lease on life she has given me. I started to see Tamie 6 weeks ago after suffering for 3 years of progressively worsening eczema to my face and neck. When I saw Tamie I was in so much
pain and my face, eyes, and neck were swollen, scaling, and burning after many ointments and creams prescribed by various well intended dermatology specialist to treat my contact dermatitis. After intensive twice a week
Tamie treatments I finally have relief and my skin is silky smooth. Tamie is getting to the source of the problem which is tied to an acidic stomach from stress and poor nutrition. She has worked with me on eating the right
foods, air purification, and oil treatments. Tamie also has done something I never experienced with the many specialist i have seen and that is to treat me holistically and check in after treatments. Her care and compassion
and skillful treatments are the perfect combination and as a nurse I value her healing abilities. Another bonus with treatment is I have renewed energy I haven't experienced in years. I sleep really well and wake up rested and
restored no longer needing 3 cups of caffeine in the morning to get me going. I have an amazing sense of calm and serenity during stressful moments and I'm more aware of my body and when it is coming into contact with a
trigger. I found Tamie on the web when I was in so much pain and I was isolated because it looked so bad. I didn't know acupuncture could treat my skin problem but it can. Tamie and I joke that we should have taken before
and after pictures but just trust me-it works. Don't wait and suffer and just go see Tamie.
-Lucia, Belmont
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had been suffering from hot flashes for a couple of months. The unbearable heat and soaking sweats during the day were difficult enough, but worse was the draining of energy after a hot flash and the interruption of sleep
from flashes occurring throughout the night. It took a couple of days after the first treatment, but I noticed the hot flashes dramatically decreased in both intensity and quantity. By the third treatment, my hot flashes were virtually
gone. My energy level is back up to normal and I'm sleeping better at night. Thank you Tamie!
-Joyce, Bedford
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Nothing short of a miracle!
About 4 months ago, I was diagnosed with adhesive capsulitis/impingement syndrome ("frozen shoulder") and I could hardly move my right arm. I was having a hard time sleeping at night because of the pain, and my
surgeon suggested that I should start physical therapy. My prognosis, without surgery was of a very slow recovery, with a time frame of about 2 years. After 2 months of intensive therapy I was sent for an MRI and it became
clear that I had a partial rotator cuff tear. Surgery aside, I decided to continue physical therapy, which by then had helped me a little. After three cortisone shots later, my doctor suggested me to try acupuncture to speed up
the recovery process. I had never had acupuncture before in my life, so I did not know what to expect. A friend referred me to Tamie and when I called her describing my ailment, Tamie sounded very excited, and I later found
out that she had also suffered from frozen shoulder in the past. During my first visit, she evaluated my range of motion, then had me lay down on the bed and applied her magic needles in my legs, arms, neck and shoulder.
45 minutes in the session she came back and asked me to sit up and try the same movements again. I went from 90 degrees to 180 degrees of rotation - I could hardly believe my eyes! The improvement in just one
session was unbelievable - beyond my wildest expectations. I immediately made a second appointment for the following week. Back home, my skeptical husband was waiting for my return, and when he asked me how the
session went, I said nothing, just raised my arm, extending it fully over my head. I think that simple demonstration turned him instantly into a believer in acupuncture. I saw the biggest smile on his face ever. Would I
recommend Tamie to family and friends? You bet! I have already done so! Thank you, Tamie - thanks to you I now see the light at the end of the tunnel.
-Laura, Arlington
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One month before his 11th birthday, our son came down with a migraine headache that would not go away. His only relief was lying in a dark room. Conventional doctors did all sorts of neurological tests, the conclusion
was, "he has an extended migraine-like headache" They ruled out the "worst", but didn't have much direction for us as to what the cause was or when it would end. Migraine prescription medications provided only minor
relief. As Alex started his third week out of school (!) he had his first treatment from Tamie. He was totally relaxed throughout the entire appointment - this was the first time he'd been "relaxed" during the entire ordeal.
Tamie's diagnosis was that he was "stuck in between" which immediately rang true, as he wasn't getting worse, but he wasn't getting better. AT the first treatment, Tamie showed us (parents) what the needles felt like - not so
much because we were worried it would hurt, but because we were new to acupuncture. After 6 treatments, Alex had recovered enough to return to school and has not had a repeat of the headache. Tamie's kind and
compassionate care provided us with certainty that Alex was in good hands. We would recommend Tamie to any parent who is frustrated with conventional medical results and/or explanations.
-Chris, Lexington
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I am 69 years old. I was giving a piano lesson when quite suddenly my neck became extremely still. A short while later, my right arm and hand began to ache and it was difficult to move my fingers. I used my left and
when I needed to demonstrate something to students for the rest of that afternoon. I thought probably I had been too tense when using the computer and mouse that morning. By the next day my left hand and arm were
affected and the sore muscles in my leg made it difficult to walk without limping. I felt stiff all over. I cancelled my piano performance at my students" recitals that afternoon, but otherwise carried on normally. I had no
respiratory symptoms or digestive problems. The following day, my right shoulder was extremely sore after an hour of driving. That night getting into the bathtub was a big challenge and getting out was almost impossible. Any
muscles in my legs or arms that I would normally have used were just not working. But during that bath, I discovered a rash on my legs. It was not itchy, just red bumps and blotches. That was when I started to wonder if there
is a virus that can attack muscles. I begun to have anxieties about not being able to work again and having my whole lovely life crashing into disaster. The next day, four days after the first symptoms, was the worst. My leg
muscles would not ease me onto the toilet seat, so when I went to the bathroom, I would come crashing down onto the seat with a thud. I went up and down stairs with great effort, one foot at a time like a toddler. I could not
wring out a washcloth or open a jar, and I certainly could not play the piano. I googled every disease I would ever heard of and finally found a description matching my symptoms: polymyalgia, a virus attacking muscles, and
dermatomyositis, a virus attacking muscles with accompanying rash. In mainstream medicine diagnosis for these comes from muscle biopsy, and treatment is corticosteroids, perhaps for the rest of one's life. Fortunately, the
next day was my day for acupuncture with Tamie. In weekly visits for the past four years Tamie has treated me for a variety of ills, small and large, and is responsible in large part of my customary good health and energy.
Tamie listened carefully to my symptoms, as she always does, and figured out the appropriate treatment. I did feel better the rest of that day, but the most astounding thing was waking up the next morning feeling normal. My
muscles worked and the pain was gone ! There was such a huge difference between how incapacitated I had been and how I could now run up and down stairs, easily get in and out of the bathtub, and most of all, play the
piano, which is both my profession and my avocation. This experience left me very grateful for Tamie, and very appreciative of how well muscles usually work. Why doesn't everyone know how effective acupuncture is ?
- Jane, Lexington
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The first person I thought of when I discovered two painful breast lumps was Tamie. She treated me right away with acupuncture and herbs and within two weeks they were gone, which was amazing as they were quite large.
Tamie treated my whole system so the cause would also be eliminated and the lumps would not return. She was both an ally and expert professional healer as I went though this very painful and frightening experience. Tamie
has also helped my husband and 8 year old son with respiratory problems. I would highly recommend Tamie for treatment of any health concerns.
-Liz, Concord
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I want to take a moment to write about Tami and the Japanese Acupuncture Clinic. I am one of Tami’s first patients. I have been coming to her since she started her practice, actually during her training as well. I can’t claim to
understand completely how acupuncture works, however, thousands of years of Japanese medicine both alleviates symptoms and addresses the root of the problem safely and naturally. I always feel better when I leave her
office. I have been treated for many different things ranging from menopause, tennis elbow, and back/neck pain. My young son was treated for nightmares and trouble sleeping and my other son when he would get bad colds
and his asthma would flare up. My husband (who is petrified of needles) has been many times to help with a stiff neck due to work stresses. Tami also treated my dog that was dying of cancer to help comfort and help her
during her final days. So, as you can tell, my trust in Tami is extremely high. I surround myself with people I trust - Tami, doctors, friends, and family to provide me with objective input and insight. My most recent situation has
caused me once again to acknowledge my trust in Tami.
This summer I suddenly came down with Bell’s palsy, which is a mystery of sorts, viral/stress and also known recently to be caused by Stage Two Lyme disease. When the Bells Palsy hit me, I immediately called my
husband, my friends and Tami and my doctor. Everyone’s response was to get treated immediately for faster recovery. Doctor visit was first, diagnosed me with the Bells palsy and started me on antiviral meds and steroids.
We discussed the possibility of Lyme disease because the Internet indicated that it could be a cause of Bell’s palsy. Additionally, I am a high risk for Lyme as I spend a lot of time on Martha’s Vineyard during the summer
months. Yet my doctors ruled out testing me because I showed no other symptoms of Lyme. I did not have fatigue, no tick was ever found, no joint pain, no bulls eye rash, etc. I left the doctor’s office only being treated for
Bell’s palsy and a blood test was not ordered for me. I didn’t go home after my appointment – I immediately went to Tami’s office for a treatment. The treatment was a challenging one, I have to say even painful – it concerned
Tami so much that she insisted I go back to my doctor for a Lyme blood test, that I must at least rule it out. The following day I requested a blood test which was difficult – Friday afternoon – holiday weekend – expensive H
Blot test – you have to come in next week….as I said very difficult….but did get in for the blood test on the Friday evening. It would have been much easier if they had just tested me the day before. They said it would take a
week before I would get the results. I actually received a call from the lab at urgent care the following Monday night of Labor Day to start me on antibiotics that night because I was in Stage Two of Lyme disease. My Lyme
reading was very high. I was treated with one week of anti-viral medicine and steroids along with 4 weeks of Doxycycline. I had Acupuncture treatments every third day for my face (Bell’s palsy) and my immune system to help
with my Lyme recovery.
My Bell’s palsy completely healed after 3 and a half weeks. Doctors said could take from 1 to 6 months some people even longer, and sometimes can be permanent. After two months my test results showed that my Lyme
disease is gone; however my body needs to heal the damage that it caused and that can take up to 6 months, but I feel better every day. I feel very lucky to be in the care of Tami. She has found her calling, it is clear that she
cares about her work and she will always research and find the best treatment for each and every one of her patients.
-Maryellen, Arlington
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Our family members had seen Tamie over four years for various health issues includes, insomnia, palpitation, peri-menopausal problems etc… for myself, poison ivy, skin alleges and cold / cough for my oldest son, immune
boost and stress reduction for my husband. Since my family had relocated to San Francisco area last summer, I have been having such a hard time finding the right practitioner for myself and my family. Tamie told me that
more than 7,000 acupuncturists / herbalists practice in the state of California compared to only 700 in Massachusetts, we both thought it is a piece of cake to find "Tamie's replacement" in the bay area. Tamie had told me
on the day of my last appointment at her Lexington clinic that her style of acupuncture is very different from TCM "Traditional Chinese Medicine" style of acupuncture most acupuncturists practice. Now I understand it is very true
and miss her treatment so much.
-Junko, Lafayette, CA (used to be Arlington, MA resident)
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I go to see Tamie every time I come across physical and mental problems. At first, I took my mother to see Tamie for her chronic stiff neck and the tingling & numbness on her right hand. My mother never complained after her
eight treatments total over 4 weeks. Since my mother got the great result, I decided to go to see her about my chronic migraine attacks which hit behind my right eyebrow area as well as severe night sweat on and off for
almost one year (I am only 30 years old !) which was not only required for me to change the pajama but also I need to change the soaking wet sheets at the middle of night. Tamie diagnosed me those two problems were
caused by hormonal imbalance due to my never go away high stress. She became my psychotherapist (and acupuncturist) ! After 4 weeks of twice per week acupuncture and herbal medicine, my night sweat and migraine
attack completely stopped ! A few weeks later, I woke up with neck pain I could not turn to the right at all. The time I got home from the first treatment, my neck was 100% better. The next visit was the forearm pain I suffered
from Aiki-do. The time I was leaving her clinic, the pain was gone. The latest visit I had was tailbone injury. Again, it was from practicing Aiki-do. I barely could not walk to her clinic from the parking lot but the time I was leaving
her clinic, I was able to walk back to the car. Not only she treat symptoms but she always give me a follow up call, email or txt messages. It is so nice to have a practitioner like her in Lexington ! I and my family are very grateful.
-M.S., Lexington
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I was referred to Tamie by a friend a few years ago, which is I think how most people find out about this incredible woman. I first started going to Tamie to help me with my peri-menopausal symptoms, nothing significant, just
unpleasant Whenever I feel off balance - which usually means I'm yelling way too much at my kids and my husband - I know it's time to get a treatment. I don't know how it works, but it does. I come home feeling more
peaceful, I am more patient with my family, and I sleep better. I am always amazed at how in tune Tamie can be to my body. As she presses different points on my body to determine where to treat me, one particular point or
another will be unusually sore. When I ask her why, she'll relate it directly to a particular problem I've been having - whether it be my habitual teeth grinding or my intermittent tennis elbow - both issues of which she has been
able to help me with. It's remarkable! She'll press a point on my left knee, and suddenly the soreness in my right tennis elbow is completely gone! She has worked on my children (who often ask if they can have a "Tamie
Treatment"), my mother (who got off the table and said she had NEVER felt so relaxed in all her life) and my sister and brother-in-law (who wish they could convince Tamie to move her practice to Maine where they live!) If
you've ever thought of trying acupuncture, Tamie is the one you want to see!
-Karen, North Reading
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Life Changing !
I suffered from frequent migraines for 14 years. I went to several top specialists who each prescribed one new ‘miracle drug’ after another. These miracle drugs only made my migraines worse. My life changed when I met
Tamie. She gave me the courage to stop taking all of the drugs. With the help of Tamie’s acupuncture and herbs, I have never felt better.
Thank you Tamie.
- Jennifer, Medford
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Tamie is unique - a one of a kind gem. As a person she is kind, gentle and thoughtful - as a practitioner she is precise, thorough and dedicated. Tamie helped me overcome chronic pain issues that I have been struggling
with for years. Tamie is persistent and will not pass the buck like some medical professionals. She takes on your problem as her own. Thanks to her I feel "normal" again with just the regular aches and pains of most
people. Tamie listens intently. She asks relevant questions. She heals. I can't recommend her more highly.
- Anne, Lexington
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I have known Tamie for several years - she is one of the most thoughtful, selfless, genuine persons I've known and she happens to be a care provider - the perfect combo! One of Tamie's specialties involves the treatment of
infertility and while my wife and I conceived naturally, I decided to seek her help to induce my wife because we were worried that she may go beyond her due date. Tamie did one treatment to induce my wife - it was on
Monday morning (the day before her due date) and by the next day, Tuesday evening, my wife was in hard labor, her water broke at around 11:30 pm and our baby was born one hour later. It was a very short labor, we almost
didn't make it to the hospital! Our baby was born easily with no complications at all.....so what can I say? It worked! Once again, THANK YOU Tamie!
- HE, Lexington
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I live in Michigan and have seen Tamie on several occasions for acupuncture when I go to visit my aunt who lives in Boston. I love going to Tamie for acupuncture. It’s very, very relaxing and afterwards I have a sense of
openness and well being. I have seen several acupuncturists over the years and Tamie is the best I’ve been to by far. I prefer her because she is gentle, the needles never hurt, and I love the warm compress she uses. I was
diagnosed with MS five years ago when I was 29 years old. Acupuncture is excellent for helping me to treat my MS. Between alternative therapies like acupuncture and diet I am able to thrive without taking any of the
traditional MS medications. As a holistic health coach I recommend relaxing therapies like acupuncture to my clients. I feel great! I feel healthy! I only wish I lived in the Boston area so I could go see Tamie for acupuncture
more often.
- Amanda, Michigan
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This summer I had an unexplained histamine reaction resulting in an incredibly itchy rash all over my body. I was extremely uncomfortable so my husband, who had great results with a knee injury (avoided surgery!!) by
seeing Tamie last year called to make me an appointment. Immediately after the treatment I was about 75% more comfortable and Tamie sent me home with an herbal salve to put on the rash when it flared up again. When I
applied the salve it instantly reduced the itching and within about 4 days the rash had completely resolved itself.
-Cassie, Lexington
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I came to Tamie with chronic GI problems including intense reflux with nausea and IBS. I was fed up with seeing gastroenterologists who simply did their tests and told me I was fine. My symptoms said otherwise. Two
years later I am nearly free of those same symptoms. After Tamie's treatment, which included acupuncture and diet coaching, I feel I am now in control of how I feel. Learning about acidity within the body, not just the acidity of
the foods I eat, is where major changes started to happen. Even though I thought I was eating a great diet before (vegetarian, low-fat), I wasn't. I needed to pay attention to my body's acidity and the pH affect of the foods I ate
and drank (NOT the acidity of the food itself). I had never come across this line of thinking through all of my GI bouts before. Even though a western doctor may not believe it, it honestly works for me and that's good enough.
Lemon, ginger, greens, herbs - all the things that are alkalizing - have truly changed the way I feel. Now, I no longer need treatments (even though they are a pleasure) and I certainly have no plans of ever seeing another
gastroenterologist!
-Melissa, Belmont
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The Sunday before Thanksgiving 2010, I had a tingling sensation in my tongue. That feeling became more intense as the day went by and it also included a burning sensation similar to when someone burns his tongue with
a very hot liquid. By Thanksgiving day, I had a persistent burning and itchy sensation and I was unable to taste any food. I could only feel the softness of the turkey.
I started an online search describing my symptoms and immediately found information on “burning tongue syndrome”. This is a syndrome with more questions than answers but did not surprise me to learn that this is
another “blessing” women experience between the ages of 50-52. Several websites talked about this being another menopausal feature, for example, http://www.34-menopause-symptoms.com/. The following week I called
my gynecologists who had never heard of it. I then called my acupuncturist, Tamie, who not only knew about it but treated people with the condition. After two sessions with Tamie, the burning and itchy sensation was
decreasing a little. I decided to call my internist to make sure this situation was not anything else that “I” misdiagnosed. The physician assistant of my internist saw me, confirmed that was not any other oral problem and
admitted that she did not know anything about this syndrome. After leaving me in the small room for 15 minutes came back with a photocopy from the 2010 Diagnostic Manual that confirmed the symptoms and existence of
this problem (nothing that I did not know form my online search). She also checked with my internist who was also clueless about this situation. When I asked her what she had found out about my sense of taste, she agreed
with what I had learn online that it may never come back.
After realizing that Tamie has been the only knowledgeable person, I continued my plan to have more frequent and intense sessions with her. We did exactly that and I am happy to report that after a month and a half since it
started, I am 90% recuperated. The burning sensation is gone and I can taste food again. I still feel very sensitive so I need to pay attention to what I consume to avoid irritation. The test that acupuncture helped is by pressing
pressure points now that she identified to me as the connectors to the tongue. A month ago, I could not tolerate the pain as she pressed on them. Today, they are pretty much painless.
-Claudia, Lexington
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I have had severe tendonitis in my elbows for two years, and a great deal of resulting muscle pain and inflammation in my forearms. When I first went to see Tamie, the pain was so debilitating I could not use a pen, drive a
car, type or hold a shampoo bottle without pain. Although I had received treatment from several other healthcare professionals, no one had related the injury to the weakness and tightness in my shoulders, neck, back and
biceps. They treated my pain locally, and the pain and inflammation kept returning. When I think of the care Tamie took in treating me I am absolutely overcome with thankfulness. Each treatment session was unique,
thoughtful, careful and unrushed. She diligently researched the various muscle groups secondarily responsible for the pain in my arms. She sent me home with herbs for my shoulders and for general muscle trauma. She
used massage, the application of heat and various topical ointments in addition to acupuncture and herbal remedies. And day-to-day, week-to-week, she always adjusted her treatments in response to my progress or
retrogression.
For the first time in my adult life, I feel muscles in my neck, shoulders, head, face and back loosening deeply, freeing up my arms, my jaw, my chest. I feel movement in muscles I've never felt move. I no longer feel as
chronically anxious and tired as I've been long accustomed to feeling. I can sit more comfortably. Breathe more comfortably. Hold my head up more comfortably. And of course, type and drive more comfortably.
My whole body is healing. Exercising weakened and damaged muscles and keeping the inflammation in my tendons down are the next steps and within my power. But to speak about the treatment I received from Tamie in
terms of my arms alone is less than what it deserves, for I consider it to be so much more far-reaching.
- Erin, Burlington
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I suffered from the gout attack for several years. With Tamie's treatment, the gout attack was greatly reduced. Even when the gout does attack, her treatment eases the pain greatly and shorten the period of the problem.
- Jeremy, Newton
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I HAVE MY LIFE BACK
Shortly after the birth of my third child I began experiencing left sided migraines. Over the course of five years the migraines gained in intensity and duration lasting up to three days. I would lie down for hours at a time taking
narcotics and placing ice packs on my head hoping the migraine would pass. I was literally punching myself in the head to feel a different kind of pain. I would lose significant amounts of sleep during these periods and
typically I entered a migraine zone twice a month losing precious time with my children and husband. I missed so many family/friend events due to migraines and feeling ill. Tamie has changed everything for me. I was
introduced to Tamie by a friend. I am a nurse by profession and was disappointed with treatment plans in the traditional medical community. Drugs seemed to be my only option. I was open to anything that would take the
pain away. After two months of acupuncture therapy there was a noticeable difference in the intensity and duration of my headaches. My husband also noticed a lifted spirit and overall wellness. After four months, I can report
that I am no longer experiencing severe headaches. I am no longer afraid of the next migraine lurking around the corner. My husband and I are truly amazed in Tamie’s ability. She has been a god send to our family and my
eyes have been opened to the many applications of acupuncture. Tamie has given my life back to me and I am so very grateful.
- Julie, Concord
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After coming to see Tamie for severe IT band pain, the 4th time she added the electric stimulation. That 4th session was on a Friday evening. The following Wednesday, I was taking a nap in the afternoon, and when I woke up
and got out of bed. Something happened in my left thigh. It was a feeling like something popped in my thigh. I had never had a feeling like that before. Well, slowly in about 2 weeks after that day each day the pain was less. I
am no longer having I T Band pain in my left thigh...... My quality of life is so much better !
- T.V., Medford
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God's Gift
Several months ago, I had severe lower back pain. I was completely confined to bed and the pain was excruciating. MRI report revealed disc problems and arthritis as well. Doctors wanted to perform an operation which was
very risky at best. It was a divine gift that we got led to Tamie. As I was unable to stand or walk, she came for house visits and within 2 weeks I was able to stand, walk, ride a car and take a flight to west coast ! Surgery was
avoided but I did take cortisone injections to be on the safe side because of my travel needs. I believe Tamie to be an excellent instrument of the Divine. Without her loving care, professional ability and vast knowledge about
our body and its healing powers I may have been crippled for life!!!
- A.H., Burlington
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I had a car accident one rainy night. I did not have any pain at the time of the accident, but two days later, I suddenly felt as if the ceiling was spinning. I was very scared, and my blood pressure went up to 150/110. I also
started to have chest pain, and I ended up in the emergency room. After a few long hours, the doctor gave me one medication, told me that it might take four months to feel better, and advised me not to move fast. After taking
the medication, I felt better temporarily, but the spinning spell came back two hours later. The next day, I went to see my primary care physician. He prescribed the exact same medication and told me the same thing the
emergency doctor had told me. I could not wait four months to get better, especially since the medication was only working for two hours at a time. I went to see a chiropractor the next day. I visited him for five days straight, but
again the dizzy spell came back. He told me I'd need to see him for two months. At that point, my wife suggested that I see her acupuncturist, Tamie. After the very first treatment, I felt so good. Tamie asked me to get up and
down from the bed and move around to see whether vertigo would come back or not. It did not come back. It did not come back two hours later. I received two more once a week treatments for minor headache on the back of
my head due to the accident. And now I feel 100% back to normal: no dizziness, no headache, no high blood pressure, no chest pain -- all without taking any medications.
Tamie, you are the greatest and thank you so much.
- Iontcho, Waltham
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I began seeing Tamie in October 2009 after surgery to remove scar tissue near my fallopian tube. I had painful PMS the next month, a sinus infection, and then began having severe insomnia. It was if a switch had been
turned on in my body and stayed on. I was not able to sleep at all. I tried every strategy possible to make myself physically and mentally tired but to no avail. I tried several prescription medications but they made me feel awful
the next day. Tamie was so attentive in treating my severe insomnia, providing me with herbs and seeing me twice a week. She would email me between treatments to see how I was doing. Tamie was so thoughtful and
empathetic through this difficult time.
I am now happy to report that Tamie resolved all the issues and I’m back to feeling like my healthy self. Tamie went above and beyond to resolve my issues and I continue to be appreciative of her skill as an acupuncturist.
-Trish, Reading
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Just over two years ago, my (then) 15 year old daughter, Rebecca, woke up sick: bad headache, fever, lack of energy. We thought it was the flu, but two weeks later, with no let-up of the symptoms, then our doctors visits
began. Four months and many tests later, we were given a diagnosis of "Chronic Fatigue Syndrome". We started looking for ways to work with this disease, and were fortunate to have a friend recommended Tamie. My
daughter was initially reluctant to try acupuncture, as in "Nobody is going to stick a needle in me !" But Tamie skillfully and patiently explained the process, and Rebecca agreed to give it a try. Right from the beginning, Tamie
took the time to understand not only her symptoms, but who she was as a person. Rebecca went from total exhaustion, attending school on a very limited basis, with no extra curricular activities to a full time school schedule.
She was even able to act in the school play this fall ! Rebecca is feeling so much better, and I truly believe that Tamie'sgentle and skillful treatment is largely responsible for that.
I've been putting off writing this letter for a long time, because I've been afraid that I would not be able to adequately express the
gratitude and respect that I hold for Tamie. We are eternally grateful for her work. I highly, with no reservation, recommend Tamie to anyone. I stand in awe of her ability to listen with both her head and her heart. She is, I think,
that rare person who has the ability to practice the science of acupuncturewith an artists touch. She is a healer.
(Rebecca is going to a college in D.C. in the fall, 2010)
- Judy, Wakefield
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I went to Tamie for relief from menopausal symptoms and sinus headaches/ allergies. With the menopausal symptoms, my primary care doctor recommended I try very low dose estrogen. The hormones made me feel
agitated and out of balance. Plus, I did not want to take hormones forever. Tamie brought me relief and balance with her relaxing, yet invigorating treatment. As the allergies and sinus stuff, I was taking all sorts of over-the-
counter medicines. Now, I can go for long periods without any of the over-the-counter medicines. More importantly, the headaches have gone away! I thank you, Tamie.
- JoAnn, Salem
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During a particularly stressful time at school, I developed a TMJ click in the left side of my jaw. I went to see my dentist, but at the time I wasn’t experiencing much pain so he said there was nothing he could do and to keep in
touch. A week or so after that, my jaw started to ache even when I wasn’t moving it at all. It caused me severe headaches that made it difficult to study. I was away at school at the time, so I emailed my dentist about the sharp
increase of pain and he consulted with an oral surgeon who emailed me back. Basically, they both told me, there was nothing they could do. All they said was take Advil and don’t eat chewy foods, but the Advil didn’t help at
all with the pain. I thought I was going to be stuck with it forever. It even hurt when I smiled and laughed. About a month later, I met a girl at school who was very interested in Traditional Chinese Medicine and who
recommended Tamie to me. At first I was nervous – I’m terrified of needles. But I decided it was worth it to try to make the pain go away. After two treatments with Tamie I have no more headaches and no jaw pain. It was
amazing, like a miracle! After hearing that nothing could be done, going through two simple and definitely painless treatments, and the pain is gone.
Tamie, I cannot say how much I appreciate what you did for me. I tell all my friends about you and how sweet and wonderful and helpful you are!
- Sarah, Waltham
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I've been one of Tamie's patients for over five years, coming to her for a range of issues. She regularly goes above and beyond many other health professionals' follow-up care, checking in with me via phone or email to see
how I'm doing after a treatment. That's not something you see often, which shows just how affable, caring and warm Tamie is with her patients. When I come to her for treatment of shoulder or neck pain, Tamie has always
been on target with her diagnosis and treatment. I spent time with other acupuncturists and not getting half as good results as with Tamie, so I've stuck (pun not intended) with her ever since!
-JV, Waltham
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I started seeing Tamie for acupuncture due to a variety of symptoms including allergies, facial swelling, low energy, foggy memory and strong cravings for sweets. After 3 treatments I no longer craved sugar and my face
wasn't swelling as much. Also, my energy and memory improved significantly - I feel like a different person. Tamie is a gentle woman who genuinely cares about you and your symptoms. She thinks about how to help her
patients while she treats you and she follows up on things that doctors typically brush off. My doctors are reactive to illnesses. Tamie is the first person I feel is proactive and addresses all of my symptoms, however large or
small.
Thank you Tamie!!!
- Lisa, Lexington
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I have seen Tamie for a variety of issues over the years. She is completely professional and is very knowledgeable about all aspects of acupuncture and the human body. During my pregnancy, I saw Tamie every week
through the first trimester to help ensure a healthy pregnancy; though my age put me in a higher risk category for pregnancy, I was completely healthy throughout the pregnancy, and I gave birth on time to a perfectly healthy
son. I've also seen Tamie to help treat various pains over the years. Most recently, I was having a lot of shoulder pain that was interfering with my ability to use my right arm. I was fearing that I might have dislocated my
shoulder. With just a few questions, Tamie was able to correctly diagnose my issue as a muscle pull. After one treatment from Tamie, the pain was completely gone, and it never returned. Tamie is a caring, intelligent
professional. She not only provides exceptional treatment, but she follows up with her patients after treatments to make sure they are doing well. I've never had another healthcare professional call or e-mail to find out how I
was doing. I recommend Tamie with the highest level of confidence.
-Donna, Waltham
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I am 49 years old and have been suffering from severe chronic knee & back pain for many years. I have had two surgical procedures on my knee and after seeking a 3rd opinion my newest surgeon was recommending
partial knee replacement, which I considered to be a last resort. A very good friend suggested I try Acupuncture with Tamie, as she is providing great help with some serious health issues. I was reluctant because I have a
phobia of needles and did not really understand the Acupuncture theory or process. I have had 4 treatments with Tamie and the results have been PHENOMINAL. I was amazed, there was no pain during the treatment and
after the second treatment I was having significantly less pain in both my knee and back.
I believe Tamie’s treatments have been so successful primarily because she is a highly skilled practitioner of Acupuncture – but more importantly she takes the time to understand the whole picture of what may be causing my
conditions; health history, diet, lifestyle, etc. I highly recommend Tamie if you have not been satisfied with traditional options and want to feel better.
- Adam, Chelsea
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I have had chronic back pain since I pulled the muscles in the right side of my back in 1964. For many years, I saw a chiropractor and took medications to help alleviate the pain. Before Tamie, I had never tried acupuncture.
But a friend told me that Tamie's style of acupuncture was very gentle and that she was very good. I thought I would try it once because it would be nice to avoid taking another medication. I can no longer drive, so Tamie comes
to my home to treat me. I am very thankful that she comes to see me. Every couple of months or so, I call and ask Tamie to ask "do your magic for me again." Why do I say magic? Because Tamie puts needles in my left hand
and leg, though the pain is on the right side of my body. She has never needled the area where I feel pain, but after 30 minutes of needling the other side, she touches the painful spot, and I barely feel it. Tamie has tried to
explain to me many times how acupuncture works, but I still cannot understand it. But I don't care whether I can understand it because it keeps me pain free for a few months. I am 100 years old. What else could I ask for?
- Betty, Lexington
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Every winter I have had a problem with dry skin on my arms and legs that has gotten progressively worse as I’ve gotten older. This past fall it began as usual, but quickly became so bad that my entire trunk was also involved.
In November my dermatologist diagnosed “atopic dermatitis” and prescribed a cortisone cream for the worst-affected areas. But I was constantly uncomfortable, to the point that I was losing a lot of sleep and becoming
generally very run down. Tamie had been treating me as usual, but wanted to wait until hearing what the dermatologist said to do anything specifically targeting my skin condition. At my first acupuncture session after the
diagnosis, Tamie made up a special herbal formula for me to take during the next week. TWO DAYS LATER my skin began to clear, and by the time I saw Tamie the following week I couldn’t wait to show her the improvement;
I actually wanted her to confirm the healing because I almost couldn’t believe it myself. The skin on my arms, legs, back and stomach was soft, smooth, and as clear as when I was a teenager. And what is best is that from
that one week of herbal formula my skin remained clear all through the rest of the winter without any recurrence of the dermatitis. It still amazes me.
- Ellen, Bedford
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After two years of trying to start a family with no success, my husband and I started seeing a reproductive specialist in late March 2009. After months of tests, we were placed in the category of "unexplained infertility" and
advised to move straight to IVF (invitro fertilization). Immediately I was anxious and on edge, being very uncomfortable with no "root cause" for the infertility and what seemed to me a very drastic step of jumping to the most
invasive and expensive fertility treatment. I was fortunate to have a colleague advise me to seek acupuncture to augment my IVF cycles - he claimed his wife had the best outcomes both physical (egg quantity, egg quality, and
great hormone levels) and emotional with acupuncture. After discussion with my husband, we determined there was not point in moving forward with IVF, until I was emotionally ready. In May 2009, I came across Tamie's
brochure in the fertility clinic lobby. I called Tamie and met with her only a few short days later. Tamie reviewed with me not only my concerns and experiences with infertility, but also did a thorough review of medical history.
After my very first treatment I felt super relaxed. With each passing week, I became calmer and noticed I was sleeping better and feeling more "connected". At the end of June 2009, I had my first IVF cycle, along with Tamie's
continued acupuncture treatments. I was calm and positive through the whole experience, including the dreaded "two week wait". Unfortunately, this cycle resulted in a "chemical pregnancy". Although this was disappointing
result, there are many positives, in that we were able to retrieve high quality embryos and we did achieve implantation. The most important aspect, thanks to Tamie, is I was able to handle his experience with extreme calm
and am extremely optimistic that we will achieve our goal. As an aside, I had a family member mention to me a few weeks ago that my hair appeared thicker and after looking in the mirror, I realized I was no longer looking
through to my scalp! After consultation with Tamie, she confirmed the treatments for my infertility were focused on my kidneys and this too governed scalp hair. My hairdresser was beyond ecstatic as she scanned through
my scalp and noted all the "new growth". I sought out Tamie to start a family, and in turn I've found a compassionate, caring and talented healer. When was the last time your doctor called you out of the blue on a Sunday
afternoon "to see how you were doing"? Tamie is truly focused on treating the whole person and gives both her talents and her personal caring to her clients. I am confident that Tamie will help us achieve our goal of starting
a family, and in the meantime I'll enjoy my new sense of calm and my new mane!
-Nicole, Haverhill
(She became pregnant in 12/2009))
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After suffering from a sinus infection that lasted for seven months, I would have shaved my head if you said I would feel better. A friend suggested I go see Tamie, and while I’m hugely needle-averse, conventional medicine
hadn’t worked so off I went. She was great with me and found ways to make me feel completely comfortable. The acupuncture was fine, but what worked wonders for me was the cupping! Again, if you asked me a year ago if I
wanted plastic cups suctioned to my back and magnets suctioned beside my spine I would have told you that you were crazy. But one session of cupping with both the cups and the magnets and I am a convert for life. Now
when I feel the slightest flu or cold symptom coming on I go see Tamie for a cupping and magnet session. And it works so well I’ve had colds relieved two days after a treatment and have staved off countless more. Plus,
the pressure from the cups and magnets feels almost like a massage—a real treat. Monthly sessions are now a part of the way I take care of my health and well-being.
- Susan, Framingham
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Working with Tamie has been a wonderful experience. She is professional, empathetic, and kind-hearted. I was unable to tolerate acupuncture due to hypersensitivity to needles, so Tamie treated me with the Lumen Light, a
small photon/Light therapy device that consists of different modes to use depending on a person's needs. It has helped reduce my nerve pain, and my muscles are more relaxed so that I now can sleep through the night
without pain! It also has helped with my fribromyalgia pain, causing less painful flair ups and less morning stiffness. This is the first time I have found something to help me after 10 years of severe pain.Thank you so
much for your help, Tamie!
- Deborah, Belmont
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I came to Tamie with what I thought was a sinus issue but turned out to be a recurrent Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) issue which had started to become a real painful problem since it affected me in different ways/areas of
my body at different times - hard to pin down. Tamie's combination of acupuncture, trigger point massage, research (occidental and oriental), interesting suggestions combined with her insight and generosity have helped me
get to a much better place: intense jaw pain cured and other areas much better and improving. Aside from this success, I've really enjoyed appointments with Tamie - they've been relaxing, pain-relieving and very self-
treatment enabling. In summary, it's the best synergy I've ever experienced with a medical practitioner - she's very special.
- James, Lexington
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When I started with Tamie, I was pretty much ready for a microscopic discectomy. I had a large herniated disc (L5). I was in so much pain all the time. All the Advil and pain relievers in the world could not help me. Even
doing regular activity was difficult.
I would stand to feed my son and could not sit to eat dinner with my family. I would drive and then when I would get out of the car, my leg would actually just collapse and I would be on the ground. I felt so helpless and sad. I
made the decision to take a leave from work and started to see Tamie. Slowly but surely I started to get better. I cancelled my surgery and was able to go back to work, while continuing to see her weekly. I don't take any Advil
or pain relievers now. Truly amazing. I now see her once a month for "maintenance", but honestly I just love going and the way it makes me feel! I have since referred a few of my relatives and friends to Tamie and they are
doing great with her!
- Suzanne, Billerica
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On December 24, 2007, I was experiencing pain down the length of my left leg. I called Tamie and she arranged to see me that day (Christmas Eve), treat me and give me great relief. As I approach my 70th year some think
of me as a dinosaur wed to the old ways. That, of course, is true but Tamie has made me a believer in acupuncture. I still continue to treat with my traditional doctor but see Tamie regularly. Knowing that she has also treated
and given relief to my daughter, son-in-law and grandson adds to my having nothing but praise for her work.
- Bob, Arlington
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I came to Tamie with severe digestive problems and chronic infections. After years of trying all sorts of alternative treatments, nothing seemed to get me to a place where I could eat any foods that weren't specially prepared
for me (no seasoning, spices, oils, etc.). After only 5 months, my diet is much more flexible, I don't get infections like I used to and I feel much stronger. And, when I eat something that doesn't agree with me, the affects are
much less than they were before (sometimes I used to spend days in bed!!). I truly enjoy my sessions with Tamie as she is never satisfied with the status quo and is always trying to improve my condition. She is constantly
doing research beyond her already broad knowledge of health and well-being to help my specific condition. I am sure that for every day I am under Tamie's care, will be a day that brings better health and a bright future!
- Michael, Cambridge
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I was a bit skeptical about trying acupuncture for the first time as I was not sure what to expect. Tamie diminished any doubt I had within our first meeting. She has a warm and friendly demeanor and a genuine interest in
helping people. She is always very responsive to any questions and accommodating to help out when she can. Tamie goes over and above to ensure her patients are comfortable and taken care of.
- Kerrie, Belmont
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When my prostate became enlarged last summer, I was skeptical that little tiny needles were going to succeed where my doctors had failed. I was facing surgery. After several treatments with Tamie, I returned to my doctors
who were amazed that my prostate had returned to a normal size and surgery was no longer necessary. I am a believer !
- David, Westford
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Miracle !
In my 37 week of pregnancy, I found out my baby was breeched. I knew it was too late to be turned, but I was determined to not have a C-section. I was confused and desperate and wanted my baby to turn by my next doctor
visit (in one week). After two treatments with Tamie, my baby had changed positions! It was amazing. Then I asked Tamie to do a "induced labor" treatment, and delivered a very healthy baby with an easy labor.
- Miki, Lexington
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I am 93 yeas old. Acupuncture has done wonders in alleviating my arthritis pain and improving my sleeping pattern. I'm so pleased I found you!
- Margaret, Lexington
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Tamie has treated me every week for the past year and a half. My treatment is the most relaxing hour of my week. No matter what my complaint is - itchy eyes, a cold, low energy, high stress, abdominal discomfort, mid back
spasm, wrist pain, sore back muscle, headache, exhaustion ... Tamie has the solution and I leave her office feeling so much better.
- Jane, Lexington
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I am a 12 years old figure skater. I first went to Tamie for a sprained ankle before a major tournament. I wasn't sure if it would work, but after seeing such dramatic improvement, I returned for back pain, breathing problems
and any other times I needed help. She has helped me so much, and I am extremely grateful. This is the first year I am able to compete in the national level without any injury.
- Hanako, Belmont
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The summer of 2007, I had my first acupuncture treatment with Tamie. It certainly was one of the best experiences of my life. I had been suffering from chronic fatigue disorder, IBS, migraine headache, sleep disorder plus
aches and pains almost all over my body as the result of fibromyalgia. When I heard of Tamie from my cousin who had attended her clinic, I could not wait to get an appointment. I must confess it was a wonderful
experience. She is so professional in all areas of the medical field and is constantly keeping up with the new ideas and techniques via seminars, while being very empathic and kind hearted. In addition to her wonderful
acupuncture treatment, she gave me some wonderful herbal medicines just in case I get cold/flu. I have already taken the herbal medicines a couple time this winter. This is my first winter without a chest cold, thanks to
Tamie. When I leave her office every week, I feel like a new person. I highly recommend her services to anyone, young or cold.
- Mary, Belmont
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Tamie provides superb services. She has excellent listening skills that enable her to identify the problem and effective treatments. She cares about each individual patient and constantly demonstrates knowledge and
expertise.
- Claudia, Lexington
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“Tamie is great! Her acupuncture skills helped me with lower back pain from surgery and with improving my overall energy. She is sensitive and understanding, and is very knowledgeable.”
- A.A. Arlington
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"When I started seeing Tamie for acupuncture treatment in February, 2006, I had been suffering from chronic fatigue disorder and fibromyalgia since 2000. 10 minutes standing was also my limit ! I would get so shaky, so
exhausted and painful that I would almost panic – as if, if I didn’t literally LIE DOWN immediately I would die, or at least pass out. It was horrible. And that lasted for about two years before I learned how to expend almost no
energy while I was awake. And I had relapse after relapse when I would be functionally bedridden for days. It really wasn’t until I began working with Tamie that I slowly started feeling like I was actually getting _better_,
reliably better all of the time.
Now, my fibromyalgia pain has become almost non-existent, and all of my chronic fatigue symptoms have improved. What I like most about Tamie is that she is always interested in everything I have to tell her about my daily
symptoms, and she is always responsive to whatever is troubling me the most. But she also has my total condition in mind, and helps me to understand what is going on with my body and whatever things I can do to help
myself.
Tamie has taken the time and the care to get to know me as a whole person, not just as a disease or as a collection of symptoms. No matter how good or bad I feel when I come in to see her, I always feel better when I leave,
and I am confident that I always well. That’s more than I can say for any other doctor and/or caregiver I have ever seen. I have recommended Tamie to all of my friends, and I would unhesitatingly recommend her to anyone
who would like to both feel better and to understand their health situation more completely. I hope she never moves her practice out of the area!!"
- Ellen, Bedford
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I am a 53 years old Japanese male. I have suffered from mild neuropathy on the left leg and the left arm since I was 40 years old. I have had many tests done at the neurology departments at major hospitals but they could
not find anything wrong. I went to see chiropractors as well. The symptoms would improve but it was always only temporary. I thought this was something I had to live with. Three months ago, one of my old friends in Lexington
mentioned Tamie. I have never had an acupuncture treatment and I was skeptical but I decided to give it a try. It is hard to explain but I felt something shift after the first treatment. After the 3rd treatments, I noticed I no longer
had any tingly feeling ! Also my chronic neck pain decreased significantly as well. It has been more than 6 months since I've had any neuropathy symptoms. It was the pretty amazing experience.
- Hiroaki, Cambridge
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My husband and I first met Tamie when she was still a student at the New England School of Acupuncture. We received eleven sessions of treatment; but after only the first few we experienced significant relief from the pain
of arthritis. An additional benefit was that there were no side effects, unlike the side effects that typically accompany medication. I am 78 years old and tried acupuncture to alleviate pain in my knees. My husband is 82 years
old and suffered from pain and discomfort in his back, wrist, ankle and neck. After the third treatment we no longer had to take pain medication and everyday tasks are no longer a challenge.
We continue to see Tamie at her office in Lexington and enjoy her treatments which are both gentle and calming. She is caring and considerate as she calls after the session to see how you are progressing. We would
strongly recommend Tamie’s treatments to anyone who is seeking relief from any pain, at any age!
- Helen and Kenneth
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I have been receiving treatments from Tamie for about nine months-the duration of my pregnancy. I suffer from a sore shoulder and neck due to a bad car accident from nine years ago. Her treatments and thoughtful care
have improved my condition greatly and the treatments will continue to alleviate the pain even more after I give birth, as there are differences in how Tamie treats a pregnant person. I am a firm believer in acupuncture and
Tamie's gentle yet effective methods are tops! I feel healthy and at ease when I get help from Tamie to let my body's energy and immune system heal itself rather than taking a pain killer or steriod which I do not see as being
truly healthy. Tamie also helped to heal an on-going rash that I would suffer from periodically when my immune system was run down. It resembled poison oak and would cover my entire thigh for weeks at a time. No doctor or
dermatologist had any answers for me other than some temporary relief from steroid creams. Tamie cleared up the rash within 2 or 3 treatments and I've not had it since. I am pleased to highly recommend Tamie as an
acupuncturist and healer.
- Maureen, Newton
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I began seeing Tamie for stress relief about 6 months ago. I started acupuncture on a weekly basis and saw great results after the first month. Not only do I walk out of the sessions feeling 10 times better than I did when I
walked in but also throughout the day. Tamie teaches you how to use the pressure points yourself to release stress during the day and also can provide herbal remedies samples help you relax. I would recommend Tamie to
any one… even if you are not suffering from pain and just need a release.
- Torry, Brookline
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Life enhancing treatment!
Every time I've been to "Spa Tamie" I come away amazed at how much better I feel. Tamie has helped me with such things as chronic insomnia, stress, fatigue and depression. For days, even weeks after seeing her I am so
much more relaxed and comfortable in my body. She often sends me home with herbal remedies for speeding up my recovery, too, and always takes the time to discuss any issues that may be affecting my overall health. And
I actually feel better during the treatment. I still remember the terrible back pain I had after driving from Dallas to Boston in two days; I barely made it to her office. After being on her table for 15 minutes, the pain started to go
away, and the return drive home was pain-free and relaxing. Just amazing! I call it "Spa Tamie" for several reasons: she gives the most wonderful massages at the end, as good or better than any I've ever had; the rooms are
so cozy and relaxing; the music is delightful; the perfect temperature, table, pillows, blankets, well, everything makes me feel pampered, not at all like I'm being "treated."
I've recommended Tamie to so many people that I've lost count by now, and the feedback I've gotten tells me they've all been as happy as I am. I only have one negative comment to make: Where were you 20 years ago ?
- Janet, Salem
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I came to Tamie for treatment of gum tissue which had been inflamed for over a year as a result of some dental work. The dentist was now recommending that I consider root canal as well as gum surgery to alleviate the
problem. I had two sessions with Tamie. Two days after the second session the gum was significantly less red and puffy. Nerve pain associated with the inflamed gum had also dissipated. It is now 5 months since this
treatment. I am without pain and the reduction in the swelling of gum tissue has remained. I do not need any further dental work as a result. Thank you, Tamie.
- Leslie, Lexington
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About two years ago, I started having very severe pain in my shoulder. I had weekly massage treatments which temporarily relieved the pain, but after a few days, the pain would come back. Last summer, I moved to Boston
from NY, and I had to find a new massage therapist. I tried a couple different therapists, and then I found Tamie. At first, I was only going to get a massage treatment, not acupuncture. I was not ready for an acupuncture
treatment since I had never had it in my life and was afraid of needles going into my body. But I remembered that my Japanese friend started an acupuncture treatment for her back pain and told me that it worked very well to
relieve her pain. So I consulted with Tamie and decided to try the acupuncture treatment. The needles that she used were very thin and delicate; I was surprised to learn that there was no pain. Tamie was able to pin-point
the precise area where the pain was located, also she could place the needles exactly where they needed to go. In the past I had suffered from severe pain, headaches and nausea due to my tight shoulder muscle, especially
when the weather got very cold. Compared to that time, my shoulders are much more relaxed and I feel much better. I am very happy with the results! Thanks, Tamie-san, for your wonderful treatment!
- Maki, Boston
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I have had the good fortune to receive acupuncture therapy from Tamie Bilazzo for over three years. The results have been so effective I have begun to refer to the process simply as "Tamie Treatments". During my lifetime I
have been blessed with excellent health. There are times however, that even the best genes and diet cannot prevent the life stresses and general fatigue from causing me to feel rundown. I depend on Tamie's excellent
skills and training to aid me in a variety of situations. During times of insomnia, I call Tamie. When I am stressed and overworked, I book an appointment with Tamie. When I am fatigued and experience an increase in my
tinnitus symptoms (ringing in ears), I call Tamie and schedule a treatment.
My experiences receiving these treatments has led me to a strong conviction that acupuncture is a more healthy alternative to sleep medications at night and caffeine in the morning. After a Tamie treatment I am much more
relaxed, thus able to be more apt to handle life's bumps by possessing more clarity and calmness. Often after a "Tamie Treatment", I will go straight home, take a nice hot bath, go to bed, and get a full night's sleep. On most
occasions the treatment in conjunction with a restful sleep will reduce my tinnitus symptoms significantly. I recently arrived to work one morning to have a co-worker comment that I looked much more "perky" than normal.
This is a term rarely used in describing me in the morning. I have recommended Tamie to my family, friends and acquaintances, all of whom have had positive results. She is even recommended by my family MD, a family
practice physician in Arlington. Thanks Tamie for improving my quality of life."
- Jacqueline, Tyngsboro
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"I did not know a lot about acupuncture before I had my first treatment with Tamie. I’d had some friends who had tried it and liked it but I was more than a little skeptical. In the spring of 2004, I was suffering from a pain in my
hip that was ultimately diagnosed as bursitis. I tried to keep up my regular activities but found that after an exercise class or a day of skiing I suffered for days. Sitting was uncomfortable, as was standing for any length of time.
I sought traditional treatment with a great sports medicine doctor. She explained that my injury was an overuse injury and that it was likely to flare its ugly head at times. The doctor gave me a shot of cortisone, which helped
for a couple of days but didn’t cure the problem. After months of icing, heat, and prescription and OTC anti-inflammatory medications, I was pretty frustrated. I knew it was not an option to have a cortisone shot every week.
Tamie and I are neighbors. One day she saw me limping down my driveway to bring out my trash. She inquired about my problem and she suggested acupuncture might help. I was at the point where I just wanted some
relief so I decided to give it a try. I was worried that the needles would hurt and was unsure how this treatment could help. I put my fear and skepticism aside and gave Tamie and her treatment a try. After the first session I
noticed an improvement. It wasn’t a cure all but I definitely felt better. I went back for another treatment. I would say after four treatments I felt fully recovered. The added bonus was that the treatments seemed to improve my
sleep and relax me both during and after the treatments. My problem has flared up a couple of times since my first treatments. When that happens, I simply head back to Tamie and she treats the problem.
The thing I like best about acupuncture is that you feel the results right away and, for me at least, there were no uncomfortable side effects. I am grateful that Tamie saw me suffering that spring day so she could introduce me
to a form of treatment that I now rely on to treat my injury. I highly recommend Tamie and her treatments."
- Rachel, Arlington
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"Tamie has treated me for stress, insomnia, knee problems, and asthma--(I do my best to keep her busy!)--and she has helped me with all of these issues. After each Tamie treatment, I’m guaranteed to feel more relaxed
and to get a good night sleep. I’m a runner and have a chronic knee problem resulting from injuries and arthritis. The combination of acupuncture and light therapy has allowed me to continue to run with less discomfort. I have
also been treating my mild-to-moderate asthma with medication for several years. Wanting to reduce or eliminate the need for medication, I have explored alternative methods, such as acupuncture and herbal remedies.
Since I started working with Tamie, I have cut my use of prescription medication in half and am hoping to stop altogether soon.
Tamie treatments are the best !"
- Joyce, Bedford
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I went to see Tamie after 4 months of physical therapy for a partial tear of my left shoulder rotator cuff. With just one single acupuncture session I gained more range of motion, which I was told it would take another year to get
to that point. I was astounded at the results, I had tears in my eyes. Tamie also gave me a book to read on frozen shoulder. She is very knowledgeable and professional. I would recommend her services without hesitation.
-L.H., Arlington
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My husband and I decided that we wanted to try to get pregnant. Because I had been on the birth control pill for 3 years, my period was irregular and my cycle was very long. I had been seeing Tamie for various health issues
and general wellness for the past 3 years. I began going to Tamie more frequently, every week in fact to try and regulate my period. I began charting my temperatures with Tamie and receiving regular treatments. Within 2
months, my period was regular and I was able to get pregnant the first month I had a normal 28 day period. I have continued to go to Tammi to receive treatments during my first trimester and feel excellent. Tammi made it
possible for us to conceive successfully quickly and naturally. I am extremely grateful for Tamie's help and would highly recommend her treatments for anyone trying to conceive.
-Jane, Worcester
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"I started seeing Tamie to find relief from a very severe and very unpredictable menstrual-related pain. The pain was so intense that when it occurred, I would usually end up lying on the floor (wherever I happened to be at
the time), battling severe nausea, faintness, and intense sweating for about two hours. Then, the pain would disappear, and I wouldn't experience it again for another month or six months or more. I'd asked several M.D.s
about the pain, and they had alternately suggested that I might be suffering from estrogen withdrawal, dehydration, endometriosis, and even appendicitis.
None of them could offer a solid diagnosis or a suggestion for treatment because I couldn't appear in the office at the exact time that I was experiencing the pain. (It's not so easy to get to a doctor's office while lying on the floor
in agony.) The first time I mentioned the pain to Tamie, she suggested acupuncture as a treatment. I'd never tried acupuncture before and knew little about it, but Tamie was so confident and knowledgeable in her explanation
of how she could help me that I immediately decided to try.
Since I started receiving treatments from Tamie, the intensity of my pain has decreased significantly, and I no longer experience the faintness or excessive sweating that used to accompany the pain. And as an added bonus,
the treatments also help me relax and deal with what has lately been a very stressful life. I usually fall asleep during the treatments, and when I leave Tamie's office, I always feel peaceful and refreshed.
Tamie is a truly talented and caring practitioner. I recommend her with the highest level of confidence. She knows what she is doing, and she does it exceptionally well."
- Donna, Waltham
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I started having severe lower back pain 6 months ago. It got worse whenever I bent over. I could not stand for a couple of weeks, so my husband took me to see an orthopedic doctor in a major hospital who prescribed
physical therapy. I did it for one month, It made a slight improvement but my severe back pain continued. Then my friend referred me to the Japanese Acupuncture Clinic in Lexington. I have never had acupuncture before but I
decided to go for it. After receiving two acupuncture and massage treatments with Tamie, my backache became unnoticeable. Tamie also gave me dietary advice that helped me to loose a few pounds as well. If you have any
problems like back pain I suggest visiting this clinic
- Tomoko, N. Andover
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When Tamie first treated me for panic attacks, insomnia, and job stress-related pain relief over the past year, I experienced an almost immediate and dramatic improvement in quality of sleep and less pain in my back and
shoulders. She has a good feel for and adept at figuring out a person's immediate problems and using acupuncture to hit not just the symptoms, but address the root cause of those symptoms.
Tamie's talent with treatments have helped me in many ways--less pain, more energy for the day ahead, and better quality of sleep too. Thanks, Tamie!
- Jonathan, Andover
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Several months ago I woke up one morning and had a sharp pain in my lower back and extreme stiffness all down my left leg. I thought it might work out on its own, but if anything it got worse. I found out I had a bulged disc
pinching a nerve (sciatica). I could barely get around or get much done before I'd have to lie down to get the weight off it. I started seeing Tamie and within a few visits began to notice a difference. In a few months the difference
was like night and day. I can be on my feet all day, take care of yard work etc. Tamie helped me get my life back.
-Vincent, Lexington
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I owe Tamie so much for the new lease on life she has given me. I started to see Tamie 6 weeks ago after suffering for 3 years of progressively worsening eczema to my face and neck. When I saw Tamie I was in so much
pain and my face, eyes, and neck were swollen, scaling, and burning after many ointments and creams prescribed by various well intended dermatology specialist to treat my contact dermatitis. After intensive twice a week
Tamie treatments I finally have relief and my skin is silky smooth. Tamie is getting to the source of the problem which is tied to an acidic stomach from stress and poor nutrition. She has worked with me on eating the right
foods, air purification, and oil treatments. Tamie also has done something I never experienced with the many specialist i have seen and that is to treat me holistically and check in after treatments. Her care and compassion
and skillful treatments are the perfect combination and as a nurse I value her healing abilities. Another bonus with treatment is I have renewed energy I haven't experienced in years. I sleep really well and wake up rested and
restored no longer needing 3 cups of caffeine in the morning to get me going. I have an amazing sense of calm and serenity during stressful moments and I'm more aware of my body and when it is coming into contact with a
trigger. I found Tamie on the web when I was in so much pain and I was isolated because it looked so bad. I didn't know acupuncture could treat my skin problem but it can. Tamie and I joke that we should have taken before
and after pictures but just trust me-it works. Don't wait and suffer and just go see Tamie.
-Lucia, Belmont
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had been suffering from hot flashes for a couple of months. The unbearable heat and soaking sweats during the day were difficult enough, but worse was the draining of energy after a hot flash and the interruption of sleep
from flashes occurring throughout the night. It took a couple of days after the first treatment, but I noticed the hot flashes dramatically decreased in both intensity and quantity. By the third treatment, my hot flashes were virtually
gone. My energy level is back up to normal and I'm sleeping better at night. Thank you Tamie!
-Joyce, Bedford
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Nothing short of a miracle!
About 4 months ago, I was diagnosed with adhesive capsulitis/impingement syndrome ("frozen shoulder") and I could hardly move my right arm. I was having a hard time sleeping at night because of the pain, and my
surgeon suggested that I should start physical therapy. My prognosis, without surgery was of a very slow recovery, with a time frame of about 2 years. After 2 months of intensive therapy I was sent for an MRI and it became
clear that I had a partial rotator cuff tear. Surgery aside, I decided to continue physical therapy, which by then had helped me a little. After three cortisone shots later, my doctor suggested me to try acupuncture to speed up
the recovery process. I had never had acupuncture before in my life, so I did not know what to expect. A friend referred me to Tamie and when I called her describing my ailment, Tamie sounded very excited, and I later found
out that she had also suffered from frozen shoulder in the past. During my first visit, she evaluated my range of motion, then had me lay down on the bed and applied her magic needles in my legs, arms, neck and shoulder.
45 minutes in the session she came back and asked me to sit up and try the same movements again. I went from 90 degrees to 180 degrees of rotation - I could hardly believe my eyes! The improvement in just one
session was unbelievable - beyond my wildest expectations. I immediately made a second appointment for the following week. Back home, my skeptical husband was waiting for my return, and when he asked me how the
session went, I said nothing, just raised my arm, extending it fully over my head. I think that simple demonstration turned him instantly into a believer in acupuncture. I saw the biggest smile on his face ever. Would I
recommend Tamie to family and friends? You bet! I have already done so! Thank you, Tamie - thanks to you I now see the light at the end of the tunnel.
-Laura, Arlington
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One month before his 11th birthday, our son came down with a migraine headache that would not go away. His only relief was lying in a dark room. Conventional doctors did all sorts of neurological tests, the conclusion
was, "he has an extended migraine-like headache" They ruled out the "worst", but didn't have much direction for us as to what the cause was or when it would end. Migraine prescription medications provided only minor
relief. As Alex started his third week out of school (!) he had his first treatment from Tamie. He was totally relaxed throughout the entire appointment - this was the first time he'd been "relaxed" during the entire ordeal.
Tamie's diagnosis was that he was "stuck in between" which immediately rang true, as he wasn't getting worse, but he wasn't getting better. AT the first treatment, Tamie showed us (parents) what the needles felt like - not so
much because we were worried it would hurt, but because we were new to acupuncture. After 6 treatments, Alex had recovered enough to return to school and has not had a repeat of the headache. Tamie's kind and
compassionate care provided us with certainty that Alex was in good hands. We would recommend Tamie to any parent who is frustrated with conventional medical results and/or explanations.
-Chris, Lexington
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I am 69 years old. I was giving a piano lesson when quite suddenly my neck became extremely still. A short while later, my right arm and hand began to ache and it was difficult to move my fingers. I used my left and
when I needed to demonstrate something to students for the rest of that afternoon. I thought probably I had been too tense when using the computer and mouse that morning. By the next day my left hand and arm were
affected and the sore muscles in my leg made it difficult to walk without limping. I felt stiff all over. I cancelled my piano performance at my students" recitals that afternoon, but otherwise carried on normally. I had no
respiratory symptoms or digestive problems. The following day, my right shoulder was extremely sore after an hour of driving. That night getting into the bathtub was a big challenge and getting out was almost impossible. Any
muscles in my legs or arms that I would normally have used were just not working. But during that bath, I discovered a rash on my legs. It was not itchy, just red bumps and blotches. That was when I started to wonder if there
is a virus that can attack muscles. I begun to have anxieties about not being able to work again and having my whole lovely life crashing into disaster. The next day, four days after the first symptoms, was the worst. My leg
muscles would not ease me onto the toilet seat, so when I went to the bathroom, I would come crashing down onto the seat with a thud. I went up and down stairs with great effort, one foot at a time like a toddler. I could not
wring out a washcloth or open a jar, and I certainly could not play the piano. I googled every disease I would ever heard of and finally found a description matching my symptoms: polymyalgia, a virus attacking muscles, and
dermatomyositis, a virus attacking muscles with accompanying rash. In mainstream medicine diagnosis for these comes from muscle biopsy, and treatment is corticosteroids, perhaps for the rest of one's life. Fortunately, the
next day was my day for acupuncture with Tamie. In weekly visits for the past four years Tamie has treated me for a variety of ills, small and large, and is responsible in large part of my customary good health and energy.
Tamie listened carefully to my symptoms, as she always does, and figured out the appropriate treatment. I did feel better the rest of that day, but the most astounding thing was waking up the next morning feeling normal. My
muscles worked and the pain was gone ! There was such a huge difference between how incapacitated I had been and how I could now run up and down stairs, easily get in and out of the bathtub, and most of all, play the
piano, which is both my profession and my avocation. This experience left me very grateful for Tamie, and very appreciative of how well muscles usually work. Why doesn't everyone know how effective acupuncture is ?
- Jane, Lexington
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The first person I thought of when I discovered two painful breast lumps was Tamie. She treated me right away with acupuncture and herbs and within two weeks they were gone, which was amazing as they were quite large.
Tamie treated my whole system so the cause would also be eliminated and the lumps would not return. She was both an ally and expert professional healer as I went though this very painful and frightening experience. Tamie
has also helped my husband and 8 year old son with respiratory problems. I would highly recommend Tamie for treatment of any health concerns.
-Liz, Concord
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I want to take a moment to write about Tami and the Japanese Acupuncture Clinic. I am one of Tami’s first patients. I have been coming to her since she started her practice, actually during her training as well. I can’t claim to
understand completely how acupuncture works, however, thousands of years of Japanese medicine both alleviates symptoms and addresses the root of the problem safely and naturally. I always feel better when I leave her
office. I have been treated for many different things ranging from menopause, tennis elbow, and back/neck pain. My young son was treated for nightmares and trouble sleeping and my other son when he would get bad colds
and his asthma would flare up. My husband (who is petrified of needles) has been many times to help with a stiff neck due to work stresses. Tami also treated my dog that was dying of cancer to help comfort and help her
during her final days. So, as you can tell, my trust in Tami is extremely high. I surround myself with people I trust - Tami, doctors, friends, and family to provide me with objective input and insight. My most recent situation has
caused me once again to acknowledge my trust in Tami.
This summer I suddenly came down with Bell’s palsy, which is a mystery of sorts, viral/stress and also known recently to be caused by Stage Two Lyme disease. When the Bells Palsy hit me, I immediately called my
husband, my friends and Tami and my doctor. Everyone’s response was to get treated immediately for faster recovery. Doctor visit was first, diagnosed me with the Bells palsy and started me on antiviral meds and steroids.
We discussed the possibility of Lyme disease because the Internet indicated that it could be a cause of Bell’s palsy. Additionally, I am a high risk for Lyme as I spend a lot of time on Martha’s Vineyard during the summer
months. Yet my doctors ruled out testing me because I showed no other symptoms of Lyme. I did not have fatigue, no tick was ever found, no joint pain, no bulls eye rash, etc. I left the doctor’s office only being treated for
Bell’s palsy and a blood test was not ordered for me. I didn’t go home after my appointment – I immediately went to Tami’s office for a treatment. The treatment was a challenging one, I have to say even painful – it concerned
Tami so much that she insisted I go back to my doctor for a Lyme blood test, that I must at least rule it out. The following day I requested a blood test which was difficult – Friday afternoon – holiday weekend – expensive H
Blot test – you have to come in next week….as I said very difficult….but did get in for the blood test on the Friday evening. It would have been much easier if they had just tested me the day before. They said it would take a
week before I would get the results. I actually received a call from the lab at urgent care the following Monday night of Labor Day to start me on antibiotics that night because I was in Stage Two of Lyme disease. My Lyme
reading was very high. I was treated with one week of anti-viral medicine and steroids along with 4 weeks of Doxycycline. I had Acupuncture treatments every third day for my face (Bell’s palsy) and my immune system to help
with my Lyme recovery.
My Bell’s palsy completely healed after 3 and a half weeks. Doctors said could take from 1 to 6 months some people even longer, and sometimes can be permanent. After two months my test results showed that my Lyme
disease is gone; however my body needs to heal the damage that it caused and that can take up to 6 months, but I feel better every day. I feel very lucky to be in the care of Tami. She has found her calling, it is clear that she
cares about her work and she will always research and find the best treatment for each and every one of her patients.
-Maryellen, Arlington
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Our family members had seen Tamie over four years for various health issues includes, insomnia, palpitation, peri-menopausal problems etc… for myself, poison ivy, skin alleges and cold / cough for my oldest son, immune
boost and stress reduction for my husband. Since my family had relocated to San Francisco area last summer, I have been having such a hard time finding the right practitioner for myself and my family. Tamie told me that
more than 7,000 acupuncturists / herbalists practice in the state of California compared to only 700 in Massachusetts, we both thought it is a piece of cake to find "Tamie's replacement" in the bay area. Tamie had told me
on the day of my last appointment at her Lexington clinic that her style of acupuncture is very different from TCM "Traditional Chinese Medicine" style of acupuncture most acupuncturists practice. Now I understand it is very true
and miss her treatment so much.
-Junko, Lafayette, CA (used to be Arlington, MA resident)
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I go to see Tamie every time I come across physical and mental problems. At first, I took my mother to see Tamie for her chronic stiff neck and the tingling & numbness on her right hand. My mother never complained after her
eight treatments total over 4 weeks. Since my mother got the great result, I decided to go to see her about my chronic migraine attacks which hit behind my right eyebrow area as well as severe night sweat on and off for
almost one year (I am only 30 years old !) which was not only required for me to change the pajama but also I need to change the soaking wet sheets at the middle of night. Tamie diagnosed me those two problems were
caused by hormonal imbalance due to my never go away high stress. She became my psychotherapist (and acupuncturist) ! After 4 weeks of twice per week acupuncture and herbal medicine, my night sweat and migraine
attack completely stopped ! A few weeks later, I woke up with neck pain I could not turn to the right at all. The time I got home from the first treatment, my neck was 100% better. The next visit was the forearm pain I suffered
from Aiki-do. The time I was leaving her clinic, the pain was gone. The latest visit I had was tailbone injury. Again, it was from practicing Aiki-do. I barely could not walk to her clinic from the parking lot but the time I was leaving
her clinic, I was able to walk back to the car. Not only she treat symptoms but she always give me a follow up call, email or txt messages. It is so nice to have a practitioner like her in Lexington ! I and my family are very grateful.
-M.S., Lexington
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I was referred to Tamie by a friend a few years ago, which is I think how most people find out about this incredible woman. I first started going to Tamie to help me with my peri-menopausal symptoms, nothing significant, just
unpleasant Whenever I feel off balance - which usually means I'm yelling way too much at my kids and my husband - I know it's time to get a treatment. I don't know how it works, but it does. I come home feeling more
peaceful, I am more patient with my family, and I sleep better. I am always amazed at how in tune Tamie can be to my body. As she presses different points on my body to determine where to treat me, one particular point or
another will be unusually sore. When I ask her why, she'll relate it directly to a particular problem I've been having - whether it be my habitual teeth grinding or my intermittent tennis elbow - both issues of which she has been
able to help me with. It's remarkable! She'll press a point on my left knee, and suddenly the soreness in my right tennis elbow is completely gone! She has worked on my children (who often ask if they can have a "Tamie
Treatment"), my mother (who got off the table and said she had NEVER felt so relaxed in all her life) and my sister and brother-in-law (who wish they could convince Tamie to move her practice to Maine where they live!) If
you've ever thought of trying acupuncture, Tamie is the one you want to see!
-Karen, North Reading
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Life Changing !
I suffered from frequent migraines for 14 years. I went to several top specialists who each prescribed one new ‘miracle drug’ after another. These miracle drugs only made my migraines worse. My life changed when I met
Tamie. She gave me the courage to stop taking all of the drugs. With the help of Tamie’s acupuncture and herbs, I have never felt better.
Thank you Tamie.
- Jennifer, Medford
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Tamie is unique - a one of a kind gem. As a person she is kind, gentle and thoughtful - as a practitioner she is precise, thorough and dedicated. Tamie helped me overcome chronic pain issues that I have been struggling
with for years. Tamie is persistent and will not pass the buck like some medical professionals. She takes on your problem as her own. Thanks to her I feel "normal" again with just the regular aches and pains of most
people. Tamie listens intently. She asks relevant questions. She heals. I can't recommend her more highly.
- Anne, Lexington
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I have known Tamie for several years - she is one of the most thoughtful, selfless, genuine persons I've known and she happens to be a care provider - the perfect combo! One of Tamie's specialties involves the treatment of
infertility and while my wife and I conceived naturally, I decided to seek her help to induce my wife because we were worried that she may go beyond her due date. Tamie did one treatment to induce my wife - it was on
Monday morning (the day before her due date) and by the next day, Tuesday evening, my wife was in hard labor, her water broke at around 11:30 pm and our baby was born one hour later. It was a very short labor, we almost
didn't make it to the hospital! Our baby was born easily with no complications at all.....so what can I say? It worked! Once again, THANK YOU Tamie!
- HE, Lexington
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I live in Michigan and have seen Tamie on several occasions for acupuncture when I go to visit my aunt who lives in Boston. I love going to Tamie for acupuncture. It’s very, very relaxing and afterwards I have a sense of
openness and well being. I have seen several acupuncturists over the years and Tamie is the best I’ve been to by far. I prefer her because she is gentle, the needles never hurt, and I love the warm compress she uses. I was
diagnosed with MS five years ago when I was 29 years old. Acupuncture is excellent for helping me to treat my MS. Between alternative therapies like acupuncture and diet I am able to thrive without taking any of the
traditional MS medications. As a holistic health coach I recommend relaxing therapies like acupuncture to my clients. I feel great! I feel healthy! I only wish I lived in the Boston area so I could go see Tamie for acupuncture
more often.
- Amanda, Michigan
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This summer I had an unexplained histamine reaction resulting in an incredibly itchy rash all over my body. I was extremely uncomfortable so my husband, who had great results with a knee injury (avoided surgery!!) by
seeing Tamie last year called to make me an appointment. Immediately after the treatment I was about 75% more comfortable and Tamie sent me home with an herbal salve to put on the rash when it flared up again. When I
applied the salve it instantly reduced the itching and within about 4 days the rash had completely resolved itself.
-Cassie, Lexington
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I came to Tamie with chronic GI problems including intense reflux with nausea and IBS. I was fed up with seeing gastroenterologists who simply did their tests and told me I was fine. My symptoms said otherwise. Two
years later I am nearly free of those same symptoms. After Tamie's treatment, which included acupuncture and diet coaching, I feel I am now in control of how I feel. Learning about acidity within the body, not just the acidity of
the foods I eat, is where major changes started to happen. Even though I thought I was eating a great diet before (vegetarian, low-fat), I wasn't. I needed to pay attention to my body's acidity and the pH affect of the foods I ate
and drank (NOT the acidity of the food itself). I had never come across this line of thinking through all of my GI bouts before. Even though a western doctor may not believe it, it honestly works for me and that's good enough.
Lemon, ginger, greens, herbs - all the things that are alkalizing - have truly changed the way I feel. Now, I no longer need treatments (even though they are a pleasure) and I certainly have no plans of ever seeing another
gastroenterologist!
-Melissa, Belmont
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The Sunday before Thanksgiving 2010, I had a tingling sensation in my tongue. That feeling became more intense as the day went by and it also included a burning sensation similar to when someone burns his tongue with
a very hot liquid. By Thanksgiving day, I had a persistent burning and itchy sensation and I was unable to taste any food. I could only feel the softness of the turkey.
I started an online search describing my symptoms and immediately found information on “burning tongue syndrome”. This is a syndrome with more questions than answers but did not surprise me to learn that this is
another “blessing” women experience between the ages of 50-52. Several websites talked about this being another menopausal feature, for example, http://www.34-menopause-symptoms.com/. The following week I called
my gynecologists who had never heard of it. I then called my acupuncturist, Tamie, who not only knew about it but treated people with the condition. After two sessions with Tamie, the burning and itchy sensation was
decreasing a little. I decided to call my internist to make sure this situation was not anything else that “I” misdiagnosed. The physician assistant of my internist saw me, confirmed that was not any other oral problem and
admitted that she did not know anything about this syndrome. After leaving me in the small room for 15 minutes came back with a photocopy from the 2010 Diagnostic Manual that confirmed the symptoms and existence of
this problem (nothing that I did not know form my online search). She also checked with my internist who was also clueless about this situation. When I asked her what she had found out about my sense of taste, she agreed
with what I had learn online that it may never come back.
After realizing that Tamie has been the only knowledgeable person, I continued my plan to have more frequent and intense sessions with her. We did exactly that and I am happy to report that after a month and a half since it
started, I am 90% recuperated. The burning sensation is gone and I can taste food again. I still feel very sensitive so I need to pay attention to what I consume to avoid irritation. The test that acupuncture helped is by pressing
pressure points now that she identified to me as the connectors to the tongue. A month ago, I could not tolerate the pain as she pressed on them. Today, they are pretty much painless.
-Claudia, Lexington
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I have had severe tendonitis in my elbows for two years, and a great deal of resulting muscle pain and inflammation in my forearms. When I first went to see Tamie, the pain was so debilitating I could not use a pen, drive a
car, type or hold a shampoo bottle without pain. Although I had received treatment from several other healthcare professionals, no one had related the injury to the weakness and tightness in my shoulders, neck, back and
biceps. They treated my pain locally, and the pain and inflammation kept returning. When I think of the care Tamie took in treating me I am absolutely overcome with thankfulness. Each treatment session was unique,
thoughtful, careful and unrushed. She diligently researched the various muscle groups secondarily responsible for the pain in my arms. She sent me home with herbs for my shoulders and for general muscle trauma. She
used massage, the application of heat and various topical ointments in addition to acupuncture and herbal remedies. And day-to-day, week-to-week, she always adjusted her treatments in response to my progress or
retrogression.
For the first time in my adult life, I feel muscles in my neck, shoulders, head, face and back loosening deeply, freeing up my arms, my jaw, my chest. I feel movement in muscles I've never felt move. I no longer feel as
chronically anxious and tired as I've been long accustomed to feeling. I can sit more comfortably. Breathe more comfortably. Hold my head up more comfortably. And of course, type and drive more comfortably.
My whole body is healing. Exercising weakened and damaged muscles and keeping the inflammation in my tendons down are the next steps and within my power. But to speak about the treatment I received from Tamie in
terms of my arms alone is less than what it deserves, for I consider it to be so much more far-reaching.
- Erin, Burlington
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I suffered from the gout attack for several years. With Tamie's treatment, the gout attack was greatly reduced. Even when the gout does attack, her treatment eases the pain greatly and shorten the period of the problem.
- Jeremy, Newton
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I HAVE MY LIFE BACK
Shortly after the birth of my third child I began experiencing left sided migraines. Over the course of five years the migraines gained in intensity and duration lasting up to three days. I would lie down for hours at a time taking
narcotics and placing ice packs on my head hoping the migraine would pass. I was literally punching myself in the head to feel a different kind of pain. I would lose significant amounts of sleep during these periods and
typically I entered a migraine zone twice a month losing precious time with my children and husband. I missed so many family/friend events due to migraines and feeling ill. Tamie has changed everything for me. I was
introduced to Tamie by a friend. I am a nurse by profession and was disappointed with treatment plans in the traditional medical community. Drugs seemed to be my only option. I was open to anything that would take the
pain away. After two months of acupuncture therapy there was a noticeable difference in the intensity and duration of my headaches. My husband also noticed a lifted spirit and overall wellness. After four months, I can report
that I am no longer experiencing severe headaches. I am no longer afraid of the next migraine lurking around the corner. My husband and I are truly amazed in Tamie’s ability. She has been a god send to our family and my
eyes have been opened to the many applications of acupuncture. Tamie has given my life back to me and I am so very grateful.
- Julie, Concord
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After coming to see Tamie for severe IT band pain, the 4th time she added the electric stimulation. That 4th session was on a Friday evening. The following Wednesday, I was taking a nap in the afternoon, and when I woke up
and got out of bed. Something happened in my left thigh. It was a feeling like something popped in my thigh. I had never had a feeling like that before. Well, slowly in about 2 weeks after that day each day the pain was less. I
am no longer having I T Band pain in my left thigh...... My quality of life is so much better !
- T.V., Medford
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God's Gift
Several months ago, I had severe lower back pain. I was completely confined to bed and the pain was excruciating. MRI report revealed disc problems and arthritis as well. Doctors wanted to perform an operation which was
very risky at best. It was a divine gift that we got led to Tamie. As I was unable to stand or walk, she came for house visits and within 2 weeks I was able to stand, walk, ride a car and take a flight to west coast ! Surgery was
avoided but I did take cortisone injections to be on the safe side because of my travel needs. I believe Tamie to be an excellent instrument of the Divine. Without her loving care, professional ability and vast knowledge about
our body and its healing powers I may have been crippled for life!!!
- A.H., Burlington
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I had a car accident one rainy night. I did not have any pain at the time of the accident, but two days later, I suddenly felt as if the ceiling was spinning. I was very scared, and my blood pressure went up to 150/110. I also
started to have chest pain, and I ended up in the emergency room. After a few long hours, the doctor gave me one medication, told me that it might take four months to feel better, and advised me not to move fast. After taking
the medication, I felt better temporarily, but the spinning spell came back two hours later. The next day, I went to see my primary care physician. He prescribed the exact same medication and told me the same thing the
emergency doctor had told me. I could not wait four months to get better, especially since the medication was only working for two hours at a time. I went to see a chiropractor the next day. I visited him for five days straight, but
again the dizzy spell came back. He told me I'd need to see him for two months. At that point, my wife suggested that I see her acupuncturist, Tamie. After the very first treatment, I felt so good. Tamie asked me to get up and
down from the bed and move around to see whether vertigo would come back or not. It did not come back. It did not come back two hours later. I received two more once a week treatments for minor headache on the back of
my head due to the accident. And now I feel 100% back to normal: no dizziness, no headache, no high blood pressure, no chest pain -- all without taking any medications.
Tamie, you are the greatest and thank you so much.
- Iontcho, Waltham
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I began seeing Tamie in October 2009 after surgery to remove scar tissue near my fallopian tube. I had painful PMS the next month, a sinus infection, and then began having severe insomnia. It was if a switch had been
turned on in my body and stayed on. I was not able to sleep at all. I tried every strategy possible to make myself physically and mentally tired but to no avail. I tried several prescription medications but they made me feel awful
the next day. Tamie was so attentive in treating my severe insomnia, providing me with herbs and seeing me twice a week. She would email me between treatments to see how I was doing. Tamie was so thoughtful and
empathetic through this difficult time.
I am now happy to report that Tamie resolved all the issues and I’m back to feeling like my healthy self. Tamie went above and beyond to resolve my issues and I continue to be appreciative of her skill as an acupuncturist.
-Trish, Reading
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Just over two years ago, my (then) 15 year old daughter, Rebecca, woke up sick: bad headache, fever, lack of energy. We thought it was the flu, but two weeks later, with no let-up of the symptoms, then our doctors visits
began. Four months and many tests later, we were given a diagnosis of "Chronic Fatigue Syndrome". We started looking for ways to work with this disease, and were fortunate to have a friend recommended Tamie. My
daughter was initially reluctant to try acupuncture, as in "Nobody is going to stick a needle in me !" But Tamie skillfully and patiently explained the process, and Rebecca agreed to give it a try. Right from the beginning, Tamie
took the time to understand not only her symptoms, but who she was as a person. Rebecca went from total exhaustion, attending school on a very limited basis, with no extra curricular activities to a full time school schedule.
She was even able to act in the school play this fall ! Rebecca is feeling so much better, and I truly believe that Tamie'sgentle and skillful treatment is largely responsible for that.
I've been putting off writing this letter for a long time, because I've been afraid that I would not be able to adequately express the
gratitude and respect that I hold for Tamie. We are eternally grateful for her work. I highly, with no reservation, recommend Tamie to anyone. I stand in awe of her ability to listen with both her head and her heart. She is, I think,
that rare person who has the ability to practice the science of acupuncturewith an artists touch. She is a healer.
(Rebecca is going to a college in D.C. in the fall, 2010)
- Judy, Wakefield
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I went to Tamie for relief from menopausal symptoms and sinus headaches/ allergies. With the menopausal symptoms, my primary care doctor recommended I try very low dose estrogen. The hormones made me feel
agitated and out of balance. Plus, I did not want to take hormones forever. Tamie brought me relief and balance with her relaxing, yet invigorating treatment. As the allergies and sinus stuff, I was taking all sorts of over-the-
counter medicines. Now, I can go for long periods without any of the over-the-counter medicines. More importantly, the headaches have gone away! I thank you, Tamie.
- JoAnn, Salem
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During a particularly stressful time at school, I developed a TMJ click in the left side of my jaw. I went to see my dentist, but at the time I wasn’t experiencing much pain so he said there was nothing he could do and to keep in
touch. A week or so after that, my jaw started to ache even when I wasn’t moving it at all. It caused me severe headaches that made it difficult to study. I was away at school at the time, so I emailed my dentist about the sharp
increase of pain and he consulted with an oral surgeon who emailed me back. Basically, they both told me, there was nothing they could do. All they said was take Advil and don’t eat chewy foods, but the Advil didn’t help at
all with the pain. I thought I was going to be stuck with it forever. It even hurt when I smiled and laughed. About a month later, I met a girl at school who was very interested in Traditional Chinese Medicine and who
recommended Tamie to me. At first I was nervous – I’m terrified of needles. But I decided it was worth it to try to make the pain go away. After two treatments with Tamie I have no more headaches and no jaw pain. It was
amazing, like a miracle! After hearing that nothing could be done, going through two simple and definitely painless treatments, and the pain is gone.
Tamie, I cannot say how much I appreciate what you did for me. I tell all my friends about you and how sweet and wonderful and helpful you are!
- Sarah, Waltham
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I've been one of Tamie's patients for over five years, coming to her for a range of issues. She regularly goes above and beyond many other health professionals' follow-up care, checking in with me via phone or email to see
how I'm doing after a treatment. That's not something you see often, which shows just how affable, caring and warm Tamie is with her patients. When I come to her for treatment of shoulder or neck pain, Tamie has always
been on target with her diagnosis and treatment. I spent time with other acupuncturists and not getting half as good results as with Tamie, so I've stuck (pun not intended) with her ever since!
-JV, Waltham
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I started seeing Tamie for acupuncture due to a variety of symptoms including allergies, facial swelling, low energy, foggy memory and strong cravings for sweets. After 3 treatments I no longer craved sugar and my face
wasn't swelling as much. Also, my energy and memory improved significantly - I feel like a different person. Tamie is a gentle woman who genuinely cares about you and your symptoms. She thinks about how to help her
patients while she treats you and she follows up on things that doctors typically brush off. My doctors are reactive to illnesses. Tamie is the first person I feel is proactive and addresses all of my symptoms, however large or
small.
Thank you Tamie!!!
- Lisa, Lexington
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I have seen Tamie for a variety of issues over the years. She is completely professional and is very knowledgeable about all aspects of acupuncture and the human body. During my pregnancy, I saw Tamie every week
through the first trimester to help ensure a healthy pregnancy; though my age put me in a higher risk category for pregnancy, I was completely healthy throughout the pregnancy, and I gave birth on time to a perfectly healthy
son. I've also seen Tamie to help treat various pains over the years. Most recently, I was having a lot of shoulder pain that was interfering with my ability to use my right arm. I was fearing that I might have dislocated my
shoulder. With just a few questions, Tamie was able to correctly diagnose my issue as a muscle pull. After one treatment from Tamie, the pain was completely gone, and it never returned. Tamie is a caring, intelligent
professional. She not only provides exceptional treatment, but she follows up with her patients after treatments to make sure they are doing well. I've never had another healthcare professional call or e-mail to find out how I
was doing. I recommend Tamie with the highest level of confidence.
-Donna, Waltham
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I am 49 years old and have been suffering from severe chronic knee & back pain for many years. I have had two surgical procedures on my knee and after seeking a 3rd opinion my newest surgeon was recommending
partial knee replacement, which I considered to be a last resort. A very good friend suggested I try Acupuncture with Tamie, as she is providing great help with some serious health issues. I was reluctant because I have a
phobia of needles and did not really understand the Acupuncture theory or process. I have had 4 treatments with Tamie and the results have been PHENOMINAL. I was amazed, there was no pain during the treatment and
after the second treatment I was having significantly less pain in both my knee and back.
I believe Tamie’s treatments have been so successful primarily because she is a highly skilled practitioner of Acupuncture – but more importantly she takes the time to understand the whole picture of what may be causing my
conditions; health history, diet, lifestyle, etc. I highly recommend Tamie if you have not been satisfied with traditional options and want to feel better.
- Adam, Chelsea
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I have had chronic back pain since I pulled the muscles in the right side of my back in 1964. For many years, I saw a chiropractor and took medications to help alleviate the pain. Before Tamie, I had never tried acupuncture.
But a friend told me that Tamie's style of acupuncture was very gentle and that she was very good. I thought I would try it once because it would be nice to avoid taking another medication. I can no longer drive, so Tamie comes
to my home to treat me. I am very thankful that she comes to see me. Every couple of months or so, I call and ask Tamie to ask "do your magic for me again." Why do I say magic? Because Tamie puts needles in my left hand
and leg, though the pain is on the right side of my body. She has never needled the area where I feel pain, but after 30 minutes of needling the other side, she touches the painful spot, and I barely feel it. Tamie has tried to
explain to me many times how acupuncture works, but I still cannot understand it. But I don't care whether I can understand it because it keeps me pain free for a few months. I am 100 years old. What else could I ask for?
- Betty, Lexington
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Every winter I have had a problem with dry skin on my arms and legs that has gotten progressively worse as I’ve gotten older. This past fall it began as usual, but quickly became so bad that my entire trunk was also involved.
In November my dermatologist diagnosed “atopic dermatitis” and prescribed a cortisone cream for the worst-affected areas. But I was constantly uncomfortable, to the point that I was losing a lot of sleep and becoming
generally very run down. Tamie had been treating me as usual, but wanted to wait until hearing what the dermatologist said to do anything specifically targeting my skin condition. At my first acupuncture session after the
diagnosis, Tamie made up a special herbal formula for me to take during the next week. TWO DAYS LATER my skin began to clear, and by the time I saw Tamie the following week I couldn’t wait to show her the improvement;
I actually wanted her to confirm the healing because I almost couldn’t believe it myself. The skin on my arms, legs, back and stomach was soft, smooth, and as clear as when I was a teenager. And what is best is that from
that one week of herbal formula my skin remained clear all through the rest of the winter without any recurrence of the dermatitis. It still amazes me.
- Ellen, Bedford
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After two years of trying to start a family with no success, my husband and I started seeing a reproductive specialist in late March 2009. After months of tests, we were placed in the category of "unexplained infertility" and
advised to move straight to IVF (invitro fertilization). Immediately I was anxious and on edge, being very uncomfortable with no "root cause" for the infertility and what seemed to me a very drastic step of jumping to the most
invasive and expensive fertility treatment. I was fortunate to have a colleague advise me to seek acupuncture to augment my IVF cycles - he claimed his wife had the best outcomes both physical (egg quantity, egg quality, and
great hormone levels) and emotional with acupuncture. After discussion with my husband, we determined there was not point in moving forward with IVF, until I was emotionally ready. In May 2009, I came across Tamie's
brochure in the fertility clinic lobby. I called Tamie and met with her only a few short days later. Tamie reviewed with me not only my concerns and experiences with infertility, but also did a thorough review of medical history.
After my very first treatment I felt super relaxed. With each passing week, I became calmer and noticed I was sleeping better and feeling more "connected". At the end of June 2009, I had my first IVF cycle, along with Tamie's
continued acupuncture treatments. I was calm and positive through the whole experience, including the dreaded "two week wait". Unfortunately, this cycle resulted in a "chemical pregnancy". Although this was disappointing
result, there are many positives, in that we were able to retrieve high quality embryos and we did achieve implantation. The most important aspect, thanks to Tamie, is I was able to handle his experience with extreme calm
and am extremely optimistic that we will achieve our goal. As an aside, I had a family member mention to me a few weeks ago that my hair appeared thicker and after looking in the mirror, I realized I was no longer looking
through to my scalp! After consultation with Tamie, she confirmed the treatments for my infertility were focused on my kidneys and this too governed scalp hair. My hairdresser was beyond ecstatic as she scanned through
my scalp and noted all the "new growth". I sought out Tamie to start a family, and in turn I've found a compassionate, caring and talented healer. When was the last time your doctor called you out of the blue on a Sunday
afternoon "to see how you were doing"? Tamie is truly focused on treating the whole person and gives both her talents and her personal caring to her clients. I am confident that Tamie will help us achieve our goal of starting
a family, and in the meantime I'll enjoy my new sense of calm and my new mane!
-Nicole, Haverhill
(She became pregnant in 12/2009))
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After suffering from a sinus infection that lasted for seven months, I would have shaved my head if you said I would feel better. A friend suggested I go see Tamie, and while I’m hugely needle-averse, conventional medicine
hadn’t worked so off I went. She was great with me and found ways to make me feel completely comfortable. The acupuncture was fine, but what worked wonders for me was the cupping! Again, if you asked me a year ago if I
wanted plastic cups suctioned to my back and magnets suctioned beside my spine I would have told you that you were crazy. But one session of cupping with both the cups and the magnets and I am a convert for life. Now
when I feel the slightest flu or cold symptom coming on I go see Tamie for a cupping and magnet session. And it works so well I’ve had colds relieved two days after a treatment and have staved off countless more. Plus,
the pressure from the cups and magnets feels almost like a massage—a real treat. Monthly sessions are now a part of the way I take care of my health and well-being.
- Susan, Framingham
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Working with Tamie has been a wonderful experience. She is professional, empathetic, and kind-hearted. I was unable to tolerate acupuncture due to hypersensitivity to needles, so Tamie treated me with the Lumen Light, a
small photon/Light therapy device that consists of different modes to use depending on a person's needs. It has helped reduce my nerve pain, and my muscles are more relaxed so that I now can sleep through the night
without pain! It also has helped with my fribromyalgia pain, causing less painful flair ups and less morning stiffness. This is the first time I have found something to help me after 10 years of severe pain.Thank you so
much for your help, Tamie!
- Deborah, Belmont
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I came to Tamie with what I thought was a sinus issue but turned out to be a recurrent Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) issue which had started to become a real painful problem since it affected me in different ways/areas of
my body at different times - hard to pin down. Tamie's combination of acupuncture, trigger point massage, research (occidental and oriental), interesting suggestions combined with her insight and generosity have helped me
get to a much better place: intense jaw pain cured and other areas much better and improving. Aside from this success, I've really enjoyed appointments with Tamie - they've been relaxing, pain-relieving and very self-
treatment enabling. In summary, it's the best synergy I've ever experienced with a medical practitioner - she's very special.
- James, Lexington
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When I started with Tamie, I was pretty much ready for a microscopic discectomy. I had a large herniated disc (L5). I was in so much pain all the time. All the Advil and pain relievers in the world could not help me. Even
doing regular activity was difficult.
I would stand to feed my son and could not sit to eat dinner with my family. I would drive and then when I would get out of the car, my leg would actually just collapse and I would be on the ground. I felt so helpless and sad. I
made the decision to take a leave from work and started to see Tamie. Slowly but surely I started to get better. I cancelled my surgery and was able to go back to work, while continuing to see her weekly. I don't take any Advil
or pain relievers now. Truly amazing. I now see her once a month for "maintenance", but honestly I just love going and the way it makes me feel! I have since referred a few of my relatives and friends to Tamie and they are
doing great with her!
- Suzanne, Billerica
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On December 24, 2007, I was experiencing pain down the length of my left leg. I called Tamie and she arranged to see me that day (Christmas Eve), treat me and give me great relief. As I approach my 70th year some think
of me as a dinosaur wed to the old ways. That, of course, is true but Tamie has made me a believer in acupuncture. I still continue to treat with my traditional doctor but see Tamie regularly. Knowing that she has also treated
and given relief to my daughter, son-in-law and grandson adds to my having nothing but praise for her work.
- Bob, Arlington
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I came to Tamie with severe digestive problems and chronic infections. After years of trying all sorts of alternative treatments, nothing seemed to get me to a place where I could eat any foods that weren't specially prepared
for me (no seasoning, spices, oils, etc.). After only 5 months, my diet is much more flexible, I don't get infections like I used to and I feel much stronger. And, when I eat something that doesn't agree with me, the affects are
much less than they were before (sometimes I used to spend days in bed!!). I truly enjoy my sessions with Tamie as she is never satisfied with the status quo and is always trying to improve my condition. She is constantly
doing research beyond her already broad knowledge of health and well-being to help my specific condition. I am sure that for every day I am under Tamie's care, will be a day that brings better health and a bright future!
- Michael, Cambridge
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I was a bit skeptical about trying acupuncture for the first time as I was not sure what to expect. Tamie diminished any doubt I had within our first meeting. She has a warm and friendly demeanor and a genuine interest in
helping people. She is always very responsive to any questions and accommodating to help out when she can. Tamie goes over and above to ensure her patients are comfortable and taken care of.
- Kerrie, Belmont
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When my prostate became enlarged last summer, I was skeptical that little tiny needles were going to succeed where my doctors had failed. I was facing surgery. After several treatments with Tamie, I returned to my doctors
who were amazed that my prostate had returned to a normal size and surgery was no longer necessary. I am a believer !
- David, Westford
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Miracle !
In my 37 week of pregnancy, I found out my baby was breeched. I knew it was too late to be turned, but I was determined to not have a C-section. I was confused and desperate and wanted my baby to turn by my next doctor
visit (in one week). After two treatments with Tamie, my baby had changed positions! It was amazing. Then I asked Tamie to do a "induced labor" treatment, and delivered a very healthy baby with an easy labor.
- Miki, Lexington
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I am 93 yeas old. Acupuncture has done wonders in alleviating my arthritis pain and improving my sleeping pattern. I'm so pleased I found you!
- Margaret, Lexington
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Tamie has treated me every week for the past year and a half. My treatment is the most relaxing hour of my week. No matter what my complaint is - itchy eyes, a cold, low energy, high stress, abdominal discomfort, mid back
spasm, wrist pain, sore back muscle, headache, exhaustion ... Tamie has the solution and I leave her office feeling so much better.
- Jane, Lexington
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I am a 12 years old figure skater. I first went to Tamie for a sprained ankle before a major tournament. I wasn't sure if it would work, but after seeing such dramatic improvement, I returned for back pain, breathing problems
and any other times I needed help. She has helped me so much, and I am extremely grateful. This is the first year I am able to compete in the national level without any injury.
- Hanako, Belmont
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The summer of 2007, I had my first acupuncture treatment with Tamie. It certainly was one of the best experiences of my life. I had been suffering from chronic fatigue disorder, IBS, migraine headache, sleep disorder plus
aches and pains almost all over my body as the result of fibromyalgia. When I heard of Tamie from my cousin who had attended her clinic, I could not wait to get an appointment. I must confess it was a wonderful
experience. She is so professional in all areas of the medical field and is constantly keeping up with the new ideas and techniques via seminars, while being very empathic and kind hearted. In addition to her wonderful
acupuncture treatment, she gave me some wonderful herbal medicines just in case I get cold/flu. I have already taken the herbal medicines a couple time this winter. This is my first winter without a chest cold, thanks to
Tamie. When I leave her office every week, I feel like a new person. I highly recommend her services to anyone, young or cold.
- Mary, Belmont
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Tamie provides superb services. She has excellent listening skills that enable her to identify the problem and effective treatments. She cares about each individual patient and constantly demonstrates knowledge and
expertise.
- Claudia, Lexington
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“Tamie is great! Her acupuncture skills helped me with lower back pain from surgery and with improving my overall energy. She is sensitive and understanding, and is very knowledgeable.”
- A.A. Arlington
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"When I started seeing Tamie for acupuncture treatment in February, 2006, I had been suffering from chronic fatigue disorder and fibromyalgia since 2000. 10 minutes standing was also my limit ! I would get so shaky, so
exhausted and painful that I would almost panic – as if, if I didn’t literally LIE DOWN immediately I would die, or at least pass out. It was horrible. And that lasted for about two years before I learned how to expend almost no
energy while I was awake. And I had relapse after relapse when I would be functionally bedridden for days. It really wasn’t until I began working with Tamie that I slowly started feeling like I was actually getting _better_,
reliably better all of the time.
Now, my fibromyalgia pain has become almost non-existent, and all of my chronic fatigue symptoms have improved. What I like most about Tamie is that she is always interested in everything I have to tell her about my daily
symptoms, and she is always responsive to whatever is troubling me the most. But she also has my total condition in mind, and helps me to understand what is going on with my body and whatever things I can do to help
myself.
Tamie has taken the time and the care to get to know me as a whole person, not just as a disease or as a collection of symptoms. No matter how good or bad I feel when I come in to see her, I always feel better when I leave,
and I am confident that I always well. That’s more than I can say for any other doctor and/or caregiver I have ever seen. I have recommended Tamie to all of my friends, and I would unhesitatingly recommend her to anyone
who would like to both feel better and to understand their health situation more completely. I hope she never moves her practice out of the area!!"
- Ellen, Bedford
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I am a 53 years old Japanese male. I have suffered from mild neuropathy on the left leg and the left arm since I was 40 years old. I have had many tests done at the neurology departments at major hospitals but they could
not find anything wrong. I went to see chiropractors as well. The symptoms would improve but it was always only temporary. I thought this was something I had to live with. Three months ago, one of my old friends in Lexington
mentioned Tamie. I have never had an acupuncture treatment and I was skeptical but I decided to give it a try. It is hard to explain but I felt something shift after the first treatment. After the 3rd treatments, I noticed I no longer
had any tingly feeling ! Also my chronic neck pain decreased significantly as well. It has been more than 6 months since I've had any neuropathy symptoms. It was the pretty amazing experience.
- Hiroaki, Cambridge
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My husband and I first met Tamie when she was still a student at the New England School of Acupuncture. We received eleven sessions of treatment; but after only the first few we experienced significant relief from the pain
of arthritis. An additional benefit was that there were no side effects, unlike the side effects that typically accompany medication. I am 78 years old and tried acupuncture to alleviate pain in my knees. My husband is 82 years
old and suffered from pain and discomfort in his back, wrist, ankle and neck. After the third treatment we no longer had to take pain medication and everyday tasks are no longer a challenge.
We continue to see Tamie at her office in Lexington and enjoy her treatments which are both gentle and calming. She is caring and considerate as she calls after the session to see how you are progressing. We would
strongly recommend Tamie’s treatments to anyone who is seeking relief from any pain, at any age!
- Helen and Kenneth
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I have been receiving treatments from Tamie for about nine months-the duration of my pregnancy. I suffer from a sore shoulder and neck due to a bad car accident from nine years ago. Her treatments and thoughtful care
have improved my condition greatly and the treatments will continue to alleviate the pain even more after I give birth, as there are differences in how Tamie treats a pregnant person. I am a firm believer in acupuncture and
Tamie's gentle yet effective methods are tops! I feel healthy and at ease when I get help from Tamie to let my body's energy and immune system heal itself rather than taking a pain killer or steriod which I do not see as being
truly healthy. Tamie also helped to heal an on-going rash that I would suffer from periodically when my immune system was run down. It resembled poison oak and would cover my entire thigh for weeks at a time. No doctor or
dermatologist had any answers for me other than some temporary relief from steroid creams. Tamie cleared up the rash within 2 or 3 treatments and I've not had it since. I am pleased to highly recommend Tamie as an
acupuncturist and healer.
- Maureen, Newton
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I began seeing Tamie for stress relief about 6 months ago. I started acupuncture on a weekly basis and saw great results after the first month. Not only do I walk out of the sessions feeling 10 times better than I did when I
walked in but also throughout the day. Tamie teaches you how to use the pressure points yourself to release stress during the day and also can provide herbal remedies samples help you relax. I would recommend Tamie to
any one… even if you are not suffering from pain and just need a release.
- Torry, Brookline
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Life enhancing treatment!
Every time I've been to "Spa Tamie" I come away amazed at how much better I feel. Tamie has helped me with such things as chronic insomnia, stress, fatigue and depression. For days, even weeks after seeing her I am so
much more relaxed and comfortable in my body. She often sends me home with herbal remedies for speeding up my recovery, too, and always takes the time to discuss any issues that may be affecting my overall health. And
I actually feel better during the treatment. I still remember the terrible back pain I had after driving from Dallas to Boston in two days; I barely made it to her office. After being on her table for 15 minutes, the pain started to go
away, and the return drive home was pain-free and relaxing. Just amazing! I call it "Spa Tamie" for several reasons: she gives the most wonderful massages at the end, as good or better than any I've ever had; the rooms are
so cozy and relaxing; the music is delightful; the perfect temperature, table, pillows, blankets, well, everything makes me feel pampered, not at all like I'm being "treated."
I've recommended Tamie to so many people that I've lost count by now, and the feedback I've gotten tells me they've all been as happy as I am. I only have one negative comment to make: Where were you 20 years ago ?
- Janet, Salem
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I came to Tamie for treatment of gum tissue which had been inflamed for over a year as a result of some dental work. The dentist was now recommending that I consider root canal as well as gum surgery to alleviate the
problem. I had two sessions with Tamie. Two days after the second session the gum was significantly less red and puffy. Nerve pain associated with the inflamed gum had also dissipated. It is now 5 months since this
treatment. I am without pain and the reduction in the swelling of gum tissue has remained. I do not need any further dental work as a result. Thank you, Tamie.
- Leslie, Lexington
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About two years ago, I started having very severe pain in my shoulder. I had weekly massage treatments which temporarily relieved the pain, but after a few days, the pain would come back. Last summer, I moved to Boston
from NY, and I had to find a new massage therapist. I tried a couple different therapists, and then I found Tamie. At first, I was only going to get a massage treatment, not acupuncture. I was not ready for an acupuncture
treatment since I had never had it in my life and was afraid of needles going into my body. But I remembered that my Japanese friend started an acupuncture treatment for her back pain and told me that it worked very well to
relieve her pain. So I consulted with Tamie and decided to try the acupuncture treatment. The needles that she used were very thin and delicate; I was surprised to learn that there was no pain. Tamie was able to pin-point
the precise area where the pain was located, also she could place the needles exactly where they needed to go. In the past I had suffered from severe pain, headaches and nausea due to my tight shoulder muscle, especially
when the weather got very cold. Compared to that time, my shoulders are much more relaxed and I feel much better. I am very happy with the results! Thanks, Tamie-san, for your wonderful treatment!
- Maki, Boston
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I have had the good fortune to receive acupuncture therapy from Tamie Bilazzo for over three years. The results have been so effective I have begun to refer to the process simply as "Tamie Treatments". During my lifetime I
have been blessed with excellent health. There are times however, that even the best genes and diet cannot prevent the life stresses and general fatigue from causing me to feel rundown. I depend on Tamie's excellent
skills and training to aid me in a variety of situations. During times of insomnia, I call Tamie. When I am stressed and overworked, I book an appointment with Tamie. When I am fatigued and experience an increase in my
tinnitus symptoms (ringing in ears), I call Tamie and schedule a treatment.
My experiences receiving these treatments has led me to a strong conviction that acupuncture is a more healthy alternative to sleep medications at night and caffeine in the morning. After a Tamie treatment I am much more
relaxed, thus able to be more apt to handle life's bumps by possessing more clarity and calmness. Often after a "Tamie Treatment", I will go straight home, take a nice hot bath, go to bed, and get a full night's sleep. On most
occasions the treatment in conjunction with a restful sleep will reduce my tinnitus symptoms significantly. I recently arrived to work one morning to have a co-worker comment that I looked much more "perky" than normal.
This is a term rarely used in describing me in the morning. I have recommended Tamie to my family, friends and acquaintances, all of whom have had positive results. She is even recommended by my family MD, a family
practice physician in Arlington. Thanks Tamie for improving my quality of life."
- Jacqueline, Tyngsboro
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"I did not know a lot about acupuncture before I had my first treatment with Tamie. I’d had some friends who had tried it and liked it but I was more than a little skeptical. In the spring of 2004, I was suffering from a pain in my
hip that was ultimately diagnosed as bursitis. I tried to keep up my regular activities but found that after an exercise class or a day of skiing I suffered for days. Sitting was uncomfortable, as was standing for any length of time.
I sought traditional treatment with a great sports medicine doctor. She explained that my injury was an overuse injury and that it was likely to flare its ugly head at times. The doctor gave me a shot of cortisone, which helped
for a couple of days but didn’t cure the problem. After months of icing, heat, and prescription and OTC anti-inflammatory medications, I was pretty frustrated. I knew it was not an option to have a cortisone shot every week.
Tamie and I are neighbors. One day she saw me limping down my driveway to bring out my trash. She inquired about my problem and she suggested acupuncture might help. I was at the point where I just wanted some
relief so I decided to give it a try. I was worried that the needles would hurt and was unsure how this treatment could help. I put my fear and skepticism aside and gave Tamie and her treatment a try. After the first session I
noticed an improvement. It wasn’t a cure all but I definitely felt better. I went back for another treatment. I would say after four treatments I felt fully recovered. The added bonus was that the treatments seemed to improve my
sleep and relax me both during and after the treatments. My problem has flared up a couple of times since my first treatments. When that happens, I simply head back to Tamie and she treats the problem.
The thing I like best about acupuncture is that you feel the results right away and, for me at least, there were no uncomfortable side effects. I am grateful that Tamie saw me suffering that spring day so she could introduce me
to a form of treatment that I now rely on to treat my injury. I highly recommend Tamie and her treatments."
- Rachel, Arlington
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"Tamie has treated me for stress, insomnia, knee problems, and asthma--(I do my best to keep her busy!)--and she has helped me with all of these issues. After each Tamie treatment, I’m guaranteed to feel more relaxed
and to get a good night sleep. I’m a runner and have a chronic knee problem resulting from injuries and arthritis. The combination of acupuncture and light therapy has allowed me to continue to run with less discomfort. I have
also been treating my mild-to-moderate asthma with medication for several years. Wanting to reduce or eliminate the need for medication, I have explored alternative methods, such as acupuncture and herbal remedies.
Since I started working with Tamie, I have cut my use of prescription medication in half and am hoping to stop altogether soon.
Tamie treatments are the best !"
- Joyce, Bedford
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I went to see Tamie after 4 months of physical therapy for a partial tear of my left shoulder rotator cuff. With just one single acupuncture session I gained more range of motion, which I was told it would take another year to get
to that point. I was astounded at the results, I had tears in my eyes. Tamie also gave me a book to read on frozen shoulder. She is very knowledgeable and professional. I would recommend her services without hesitation.
-L.H., Arlington
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My husband and I decided that we wanted to try to get pregnant. Because I had been on the birth control pill for 3 years, my period was irregular and my cycle was very long. I had been seeing Tamie for various health issues
and general wellness for the past 3 years. I began going to Tamie more frequently, every week in fact to try and regulate my period. I began charting my temperatures with Tamie and receiving regular treatments. Within 2
months, my period was regular and I was able to get pregnant the first month I had a normal 28 day period. I have continued to go to Tammi to receive treatments during my first trimester and feel excellent. Tammi made it
possible for us to conceive successfully quickly and naturally. I am extremely grateful for Tamie's help and would highly recommend her treatments for anyone trying to conceive.
-Jane, Worcester
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"I started seeing Tamie to find relief from a very severe and very unpredictable menstrual-related pain. The pain was so intense that when it occurred, I would usually end up lying on the floor (wherever I happened to be at
the time), battling severe nausea, faintness, and intense sweating for about two hours. Then, the pain would disappear, and I wouldn't experience it again for another month or six months or more. I'd asked several M.D.s
about the pain, and they had alternately suggested that I might be suffering from estrogen withdrawal, dehydration, endometriosis, and even appendicitis.
None of them could offer a solid diagnosis or a suggestion for treatment because I couldn't appear in the office at the exact time that I was experiencing the pain. (It's not so easy to get to a doctor's office while lying on the floor
in agony.) The first time I mentioned the pain to Tamie, she suggested acupuncture as a treatment. I'd never tried acupuncture before and knew little about it, but Tamie was so confident and knowledgeable in her explanation
of how she could help me that I immediately decided to try.
Since I started receiving treatments from Tamie, the intensity of my pain has decreased significantly, and I no longer experience the faintness or excessive sweating that used to accompany the pain. And as an added bonus,
the treatments also help me relax and deal with what has lately been a very stressful life. I usually fall asleep during the treatments, and when I leave Tamie's office, I always feel peaceful and refreshed.
Tamie is a truly talented and caring practitioner. I recommend her with the highest level of confidence. She knows what she is doing, and she does it exceptionally well."
- Donna, Waltham
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I started having severe lower back pain 6 months ago. It got worse whenever I bent over. I could not stand for a couple of weeks, so my husband took me to see an orthopedic doctor in a major hospital who prescribed
physical therapy. I did it for one month, It made a slight improvement but my severe back pain continued. Then my friend referred me to the Japanese Acupuncture Clinic in Lexington. I have never had acupuncture before but I
decided to go for it. After receiving two acupuncture and massage treatments with Tamie, my backache became unnoticeable. Tamie also gave me dietary advice that helped me to loose a few pounds as well. If you have any
problems like back pain I suggest visiting this clinic
- Tomoko, N. Andover
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When Tamie first treated me for panic attacks, insomnia, and job stress-related pain relief over the past year, I experienced an almost immediate and dramatic improvement in quality of sleep and less pain in my back and
shoulders. She has a good feel for and adept at figuring out a person's immediate problems and using acupuncture to hit not just the symptoms, but address the root cause of those symptoms.
Tamie's talent with treatments have helped me in many ways--less pain, more energy for the day ahead, and better quality of sleep too. Thanks, Tamie!
- Jonathan, Andover
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