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I decided to go to Elizabeth about 9 months after I stopped nursing my son. A month after I...
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I decided to go to Elizabeth about 9 months after I stopped nursing my son. A month after I stopped nursing, a slew of very weird symptoms began--which included, numbness on one side of my body (left), particularly in my leg that would last for up to 14 days; heat sensation in my foot that sometimes went up my leg to my back, itchy calves and hands, irregular menstrual cylcles along with cyclical migraines and a couple scary bouts of anxiety. My cycles, which were always 28 days before, alternated between 18-35 days. I immediately had an MRI to rule out potential neurological issues (since the numbness/tingling wouldn't go away) and further tests to rule out multiple sclerosis (which were all thankfully negative).
I began tracking my symptoms which I realized were coinciding with my menstr. cycles. So, I decided to see my OB/GYN thinking my issue was hormonal, but she just referred me back to the neurologist, saying my symptoms were neurological, not gynecological. After a while I just became disconcerted with the docs who either doubted the authenticity of what was actually occurring or just reassured me to just live with it since it wasn't anything life threatening. I don't think they understood that I couldn't just ignore weird health symptoms that I never had before and that were occurring each month with my new found crazy cycles--not to mention that I didn't want to go around for two whole weeks of each month with a heavy, numb, tingly foot or leg. Also, I just couldn't stop thinking, at the fairly young age of 34 to "just live with it."
Then in my search for an alternative medicine doc, I was referred to Elizabeth by a friend. Elizabeth listened to everything I had to say, took down all of my symptoms and put me on an herbal tea (2 doses/day) and weekly acupuncture regimen for 3 months. After the first couple weeks I immediately began noticing a difference and my list of symptoms seemed to get shorter and shorter each week. After my first month with Elizabeth, my cycles went back to normal (which was impressive after my prior 9 months of irregularity) and after the third month, the only symptom remaining was a slight numb and tingly feeling in my foot which has since disappeared with a few extra acupuncture-only sessions (no more medicinal tea)!
Needless to say, Elizabeth is absolutely amazing--a true professional and extremely well-trained and knowledgeable in Chinese medicine and acupuncture. My visits with her (even though I'm not a fan of the needles) have been an absolute treat --she always explained what certain things mean in Chinese medicine to me (such as a liver/spleen deficiency or soggy pulse) and put up with occasional bouts of acting like a complete baby.
Prior to this experience, my thoughts on Chinese medicine/acupuncture were neutral, but I am now a firm believer that with the RIGHT acupuncturist (Elizabeth!), the sky's the limit.
Pros: Professional/Treatments a success!
Cons: None
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Phoenix Hotel
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Hyperbaric Services
San Francisco,
California 94109
(415) 776-1380
Another time my auntie came, she staid at this hotel. Her buisiness was paying for it since she...
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Another time my auntie came, she staid at this hotel. Her buisiness was paying for it since she was in SF on business. As usual we were helping her move her stuff around the room. (she brings lots of stuff with her). her company paid fo rthe most expensive type room. the closet was big and everythign was clean. also, there was a recliner and a nice sized tv. you dont see that much in hotels.
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I can't thank Kirsten Hill enough for the wonderful work she did on me. She is very gentle and...
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I can't thank Kirsten Hill enough for the wonderful work she did on me. She is very gentle and compassionate. Not only did her work help shift things on a very deep physical and emotional level, but I believe it really helped me get through the stress of an out of state move. I would highly recommend Dr. Hill's chiropractic services.
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Parea Wine Bar
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Health Care Information & Services
795 Valencia St
San Francisco,
California 94110
this place is great. recomend to all. come ane chek it
3 months ago
this place is great. recomend to all. come ane chek it
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I have been a patient at ChiroMedical for about 7 years. I had a very serious neck and spine...
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I have been a patient at ChiroMedical for about 7 years. I had a very serious neck and spine injury. Thanks to them I have been able to continue to work and maintain myself. The doctors are extremely knowledgeable and staff helpful. I have had other sports related injuries treated there and have to thanks them for a great job. My teenage daughter who plays soccer is know being seen for severe growing pains and has been able to function and practice almost pain free.
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BECAUSE...MASSAGE
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Health Care Information & Services
40 1st Street, Second Floor
San Francisco,
California 94105
Really clean energy! She loves her work and I can feel it. I go at least once a month for a two...
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Really clean energy! She loves her work and I can feel it. I go at least once a month for a two hour massage and it makes a tremendous difference in my quality of life.
I'm a Psychiatric Social Worker, listening and speaking mindfully for a living in a stressful work environment--come to think of it, I could start going twice a month. You'll see what is right for you. I've been getting regular massage therapy since 1992 and she's definetly my favorite. Thank you!
Pros: Deep, soothing, relaxing, thorough and knowledgeable
Cons: Parking
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Metro Hotel
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Hyperbaric Services
San Francisco,
California 94117
(415) 861-5364
my auntie stayed at this hotel while she was visiting. when we were helping with her stuff, we...
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my auntie stayed at this hotel while she was visiting. when we were helping with her stuff, we cheked out the room and it was decently sized. everything was clean and tidy an everything was in a good place. it made her feel like she was living in luxury. the bath room, the most important thing was really clean, and there were sanatized sticker on the toilet and everything. the shower was nice and hte water came out in a nice stream unline some hotels.
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Broadway Manor Inn
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Hyperbaric Services
Van Ness Av At Broadway
San Francisco,
California 94109
(415) 776-7900
While this place is a little rinky dink it had everything we were looking for. Wireless internet,...
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While this place is a little rinky dink it had everything we were looking for. Wireless internet, free parking, and a convenient location. The hotel isn't that bad, and it's clean enough. I think only some of the rooms are renovated so call to confirm with them that you are getting a renovated one. They also offered early check in and I think late check out so if you plan to do a lot of sight seeing this place is more than fine.
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The Hotel Drisco
Category:
Hyperbaric Services
2901 Pacific Ave
San Francisco,
California 94101
(415) /34-62880
My great grandmother stayed there when she was getting old and I truly believe she recieved great...
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My great grandmother stayed there when she was getting old and I truly believe she recieved great wonderful service here. The staff was completely pleasant and overwhelmingly nice to her and she just felt like a queen (that is what she told me before she passed away.) She loved the place and I want to pass on her message to the rest of the people planning to stay at hotel drisco.
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Grosvenor Suites
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Hyperbaric Services
899 Pine St
San Francisco,
California 94108
(415) 421-1899
We stayed her for 2 nights this past summer. We have a family of 6, so it is important for us to...
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We stayed her for 2 nights this past summer. We have a family of 6, so it is important for us to find a suite style hotel that will sleep us all comfortably. After a lot of research, I came across this hotel. It is located on Nob Hill, and just a block away from the cable car line. The hotel itself is a renovated apartment building. Our suite was a corner suite with 1 bedrom, living room, dining room, kitchen, and bathroom. The bedroom had 2 queen beds, and the living room had a pull out sofa. So, it slept us comfortably. The furnishings were nice and more luxurious than your average hotel, but the buiding was old. I didn't really mind that too much as long as it was clean. There was a musty smell in the room, but I think that was due to the fact that it was closed up with no ventilation. We opened the windows and that seemed to help. The front desk was extremely helpful in providing information on the cable cars and a nice pizza place that delivered. I would definitely stay here again. If you are looking for a "high end" hotel, than this one is probably not for you. But, it is much better than the Comfort Inn! :)
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