"I had been suffering from menopausal symptoms for some time when I went to see Aliya. My main problems included anxiety,depression,a lack of energy,tiredness and overall lethargy. I was already taking HRT which was only controlling the hot flushes. I feel so much better. I have come off HRT completely and definitely feel much more like my old self. I 'have my mojo' back. I do however want to stress to people not to expect overnight success. You may need to commit to regular sessions over a few weeks before you start to feel better". JM

"I had 5 sessions of acupunture at the end of my pregnancy to relieve sickness and to assist me having the birth that I wanted. My baby arrived safely on time, labour was short (4 hours in total and baby born 2 hours after my waters broke) and I was able to manage at home without any pain relief until I was fully dilated. We arrived at the hospital at 05.10 and after 6 contractions my baby was born at 05.34 without any intervention. This was my first baby and I would definitely have acupuncture with further pregnancies. Thanks to Ali for her wonderful service". Louise Abedin.   

"Many thanks for your detailed letter and expert treatment with my patient. She has found your treatments extremely beneficial for her pain control and general well being" Prof Lennard Funk BSc MSc FRCS (Tr&Orth) FFSEM(UK).

 "I've had *Costochondritis for more than 10 years and nothing has cleared the pain to date. However after just a couple of treatments with Ali I have had 2 completely pain free days, and I'm looking to build on this with more treatments" Marie Eaton

(* is an inflammation of the cartilage that connects the inner end of each rib with the breastbone (sternum)).

 

"After Acupuncture I've had no sickness for 4 days and I'm eating much better too" Louise Abidin (38 weeks pregnant)

 

 "Thanks so much for the Acupuncture, just got home after egg collection and they got 19 with at least 12 mature" GG, Wigan

"I have suffered with various pre-menstrual symptoms for several years including severe anxiety, low moods, sugar cravings and bloating. Meeting Ali and experiencing a number of her acupuncture sessions, has been life changing!
I was particularly impressed with the in-depth questionnaire she did with me on our first session. This enabled me to talk about various health and emotional issues in my life. Ali is a really intent listener and her approach is holistic so even during the initial session, she gave me ideas like lowering my caffeine intake and trying to exercise more, to beat the anxiety.
As for the acupuncture, I was fairly scared about the idea of needles being inserted into me but Ali put me at ease, totally and explained everything, step-by-step. Some of the points that she inserts needles are barely noticeable, whereas with others I experience a sharp sensation which lasts a matter of seconds. After a number of sessions since the end of 2009 I must say that I don't dread the needles anymore!
What I most love, is the calm and relaxed state that I fall into after the needles have been left in for five minutes or so. I am a different person when I leave the session, feeling totally re-balanced. I return to my life with three boys (two of whom are 3 and 4 years old!) and a husband, ready to be the calm mum and wife I have always imagined I could be". Anne-Marie Johnson

"Ms Eastham carried out acupuncture treatment on me for various problems, including a recurring problem with my ankle and knee, which often caused me to limp, and also for a minor back problem, and general lack of energy etc. Her treatment proved extremely effective, I had no problems with the knee or ankle for months afterwards (must make another appointment! but nothing like as bad as they were originally) and I have generally enjoyed much better health overall ever since treatment. I would have no hesitation in recommending her, and acupuncture! PS despite what many people imagine, it doesn't hurt at all!" Agnes

"Have loads energy, slept well and deep" anon

"At almost a week overdue with my second baby I was very grateful to Aliya for carrying out an acupuncture session designed to encourage the onset of labour and ease the progress and pain of labour.  I was helped to feel completely at ease throughout the session and had complete confidence in Aliya's skill and expertise, reinforced by her continual questionning and tailouring of her technique to ensure my comfort, in balance with optimum effectiveness.  My labour was amaizingly quick and straightforward (he was born 1 hr 15mins after my waters broke with the second stage lasting only 12 minutes!!).  In fact, everything I had hoped for, especially after my 2 day ordeal with my first baby!  I am certain that the acupuncture helped with this and I will be forever grateful to Aliya for her professional and caring approach.  Thankyou!" Zena Cassels
"I wasn't sure about the Cosmetic Acupuncture, but my skin feels tighter and looks younger after only a few sessions !" Mrs M, Prestwich 

"I'd had some of the best nights sleep in ages", Nadine

"My latest Blood Pressure reading is normal, thank you so much for helping me reduce this naturally" Mrs M.

"I no longer dread the pain of walking, and I'm delighted you sorted out my plantar fasciatis so quickly" Mr B.

"12 days bleeding now down to 4 days, and no pain either, you've transformed my life" Miss P.

"Amazing ! I've had a whole week of no hot flushes and no night sweats - that hasn't happened for at least 10 years !" Mrs Richards.