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Hives

2012-02-02

I started seeing Doug after I had struggled with hives for several years and ill health after getting silicone breast implants removed (one had ruptured). I had been to many other health care people (acupuncturists, naturopaths, medical doctors) who could not help me and I was very frustrated with the amount of money I was spending and feeling hopeless about my health. I thankfully found Montana Acupuncture Associates where Doug treated me with acupuncture, Standard Process products, and Chinese medicine. Within a few months I no longer had hives and felt like I had my health and life back. I currently am still taking the Standard Process products and see him every few months for acupuncture. I would highly recommend him to anyone struggling and feeling like they are out of options. My health is the best it’s ever been and because of that I am back to working out and enjoying life!

Sincerely,

Shelly Wear

Migraine Headaches

Hi Doug-

Here is my testimonial.

 

I have suffered from migraines for 30 years, chronic migraines for the last ten.  After seeing doctors, neurologists, naturopaths, and many hours spent researching and reading, I finally made an appointment with Doug for my first try at acupuncture.  I will admit I was initially very skeptical but at my family's urging, made the appointment, and followed Doug's regimen.  It's now been a year since that first appointment and it's the best I've felt in years.  For me, it hasn't been a one time fix, but if I start to get into a pattern of frequent headaches, I pay Doug a visit and everything is back on track.  If you're a migraine sufferer and are reading this, I can't urge you strongly enough to call Doug at Montana Acupuncture Assc.  and get help.  I would never have believed it if I had never tried it.  I have my life back! - Rita Laird

2012-01-09

Stroke and Recovery

My husband has been seeing Doug for stroke recovery since about 2 months after his stroke.  We have both been amazed at the progress we've seen immediately following treatments and in long term recovery.  He looks forward to his appointments saying they "make him feel better and are very relaxing."  My husband will often remark after treatment about feeling an increase in blood flow in the areas that Doug has worked on.  In addition to increased circulation, we have witnessed a decrease in edema and pain, an increase of muscle function and movement, and an increase in stamina and overall alertness.  Doug is a kind and caring individual and has a real passion for what he does.  -- Judy Douglas

December 29, 2011

Just a note to let you know Scott had an excellent day in therapy.  His arm and  hand were impressing the therapists.  Tonight he is commenting on how he can feel blood rushing through his arm and his right hand is very warm, which is very different.  As Always, thank you for working your magic on him. - - Judy Douglas

Swollen Hand 
A couple of months before I got laid off from work, my hand started swelling.  I went to my regular doctor and he gave me an arm brace and some pain pills - neither one worked.  A friend suggested I go to Doug Womack, an acupuncturist, so after about 5 or 6 treatments, the swelling and pain went down, and to this day, I haven't had any problems with it at all.  I highly recommend him to anyone who has any problems.  Sincerely, Don Beardsley.

Foot Pain 

Over the past 7 months I've had pain in my foot that was so severe that I often times felt like vomiting.  I had surgery on my right foot and it is obvious that it did not work.  The doctor sent me to physical therapy which seemed to help just a little but the treatments (Astym treatments) were quite painful in themselves and I still had terrific pain.  Nothing he prescribed seemed to help.  Worried that if I went to another Doctor it might mean more surgery, and after all the pain and agony from the September 9, 2010 surgery it was not an option for me.  A friend let me know that she was seeing Doug Womack; she could see my pain and said it would be worth my while to go see him for my foot.  I took her advice and to my amazement after 2 treatments the pain started to diminish.  After 6 treatments my pain is GONE.  Bless my friend Kathy and bless Doug Womack.  I was scared to go have acupuncture but believe me I won't feel that way again.  Special thanks to an expert in acupuncture!!!

With Gratitude and Appreciation -- Mary Ann Dufresne

Family Healing

After getting her first acupuncture treatment with Doug, my 12 year old daughter (who is terrified of needles and has never had acupuncture) said "This is the first time in 2 years that I have not been in constant pain.  She has been coming back and getting better on many levels and looks forward to her appointments.  I bring all three of my children to Doug for high fevers, earaches to sprains, food allergies and tennis elbow.  I started seeking Doug because I had a knot in my shoulder so painful and debilitating that I could not even do the dishes.  After several treatments and occasional maintenance sessions, I now play tennis 2-3 times a week, regularly ride my horse and go to kickboxing.  Thank you, Doug, for fixing my shoulder and giving me all my fun activities back! -- Regan Schultz

 Back, Hip, Shoulder Pain

I went to Doug because I was still having a lot of low back pain after my corrective back surgery, and the surgeons said there was nothing more they could do. In addition, the incision site on my back had not healed 6 months after surgery. Within a week of Doug’s treatment, the incision healed over, and my back pain was much reduced.

My right leg suffered some nerve damage from my back condition. I had tried pain shots in my hip and back from traditional medicine, but the shots didn’t help. The only alternative offered by western medicine was more surgery. I cam to Doug for treatment instead. The treatments cleared up the symptoms in my leg so I could begin to exercise and walk again.

Most recently, Doug has been treating my shoulder. I had a torn rotator cuff and had surgery some years before. I had reached the point that I could not raise my arm more than a few inches above my waist, and my hand had lost its strength to the point that I could not drive. I had tried traditional medicine by having a shot of cortisone, but after two months, this had only helped a little. After two weeks of treatment from Doug, I had regained full use of my arm and hand.

I would recommend Doug to anyone. He uses his knowledge of Chinese acupuncture and herbs to tailor his treatment to compliment whatever Western medicine and treatment I am using. I’m no spring chicken (85 years so far), and I’m not a chicken when it comes to acupuncture! I have confidence that Doug’s treatments can correct things that confound traditional medicine. Doug takes the time to understand what is happening, and Chinese medicine has proven to be a painless alternative that works for me!

–Marion Leifer

Breast Cancer, Fatigue

"I have just completed my nearly year-long journey overcoming breast cancer. Early on I knew the chemotherapy and radiation would eradicate any cancer the surgery did not, but I knew I had to ‘treat the treatments’ and the multitude of miserable side effects. I had seen Doug previously for exhaustion and knew he could help me. After my first chemo treatment and the ensuing nausea, I immediately went to Doug and continued to see him once a week through chemotherapy. The acupuncture made all the difference in the world. I was not nauseous and was able to maintain my appetite fairly well. Similarly, I went to Doug through my radiation treatments and it helped with my stamina as well. I missed two weeks of acupuncture treatment due to a cold and felt much worse. Upon revisiting Doug, I immediately began to feel better. I am so grateful for Doug’s talent, knowledge and wisdom about the wonder of our bodies and the healing effects of acupuncture."

Kristi Lawrence

Nutrition and Immune System

When I arrived at Montana Acupuncture Associates, my whole body was a mess.  Doug ran tests on the BioMeridian machine, which revealed that the majority of my systems were in the unhealthy range.  After two months of religiously taking Standard Process supplements, all of my systems returned to the healthy range.  I was truly amazed by the turnaround, and wholeheartedly recommend BioMeridian testing, Standard process supplements, and Montana Acupuncture Associates.

Clay Looney, Ph.D.

Allergies, Digestive Issues

"I have sought alternative medicine form most of my adult life. The skillful combination of acupuncture, herbs and knowledge of the BioMeridian machine have brought me ultimate relief in digestion and allergy challenges. Thank you Doug!"

Jeannette Whitney Williams....Real Estate Broker

Tinnitus

I was diagnosed 1 year ago with severe Tinnitus onset by residual toxins from traditional western medicines.  The western medical doctors had no treatment that could resolve the tinnitus, and could only suggest taking sedatives to deal with it.  Finding no relief, I took it upon myself to find answers, and I did.  I turned to vitamins and found some relief, but only short term.  the real relief was found later at Montana Acupuncture Associates.  Doug Womack has been a gift that is letting me get back closer to a normal life.  He has continued to stay steadfast in fighting my debilitating disease with me; I can't honestly say when I have experienced more care.  It is with the greatest pleaure I share m experience at Montana Acupuncture, with the hope that it will help you also.

Tim Howard, Sr.

Nutrition

"I have always been a consumer of vitamins but have never really known if I was taking what I actually needed. Doug conducts ‘BioMeridian testing’ whereby all systems of your body are analyzed for deficiencies and Standard Process vitamins are prescribed accordingly. After taking the vitamins for one month along with other lifestyle changes I felt a very noticeable improvement. A subsequent biomeridian test confirmed that I had improved across all bodily systems tested and the vitamins were adjusted accordingly. I feel good knowing that I am taking what my body needs. I sing your praises around town and know that you will be very successful here! Take care!"

Kristi Lawrence

Joint and Muscular Pain

Two years ago Doug Womack cured my right neck and shoulder pain as well as the pain in both of my hips.  The pain that had been bothering me for twenty years was cured in several weeks.  I thought that the acupuncture needles would be painful, but it was exactly the opposite.  After placing the needles in the appropriate spots, Doug turned down the lights and turned relaxing music on and left me to relax.  I have never been so relaxed and left feeling better than I had in years.  I found relief for my pain and two new friends in Doug and his wife, Leta.  It is always a pleasure to go for treatment.  I enthusiastically recommend Montana Acupuncture Associates and have brought my husband and brother in for successful treatments.

Janet Fisher, Retired Nurse 

Rheumatoid Arthritis

"My name is Adele Hruby. I’m 55 years old and was confirmed with severe Rheumatoid Arthritis seven years ago. I haven’t been on any drugs or medication. I have worked as a waitress in a truck stop for 21 years. I have bad feet and severely bad right knee. I am going to physical therapy and also a chiropractor three times a month. It helps with pain, but then a customer of mine recommended acupuncture, so I tried it, along with the Chinese tea that he recommended. I sought out Douglas Womack. I started going to him March 16, 2009 twice a week. The swelling in my left ankle and knee are down to a dull ache and I can work my full 8 hour shifts with no problem. I am very impressed because I have no pain, just soreness, which I will always have. Acupuncture takes time to work. It doesn’t happen overnight, it takes 2-3 months, twice a week, to be fully effective. I’m not saying that acupuncture works good for everyone, but you have to give it a chance, because it sure in hell works for me. Besides, I was pleased with my acupuncturist because he is a member of Montana Acupuncture Associates and will work with you. Don’t knock it until you’ve tried it, because it really worked for me. I’m walking proof."

Sincerely,

Adele Hruby....Waitress

Thought you people out there would like to know how I'm getting along.  I'm still seeing Doug Womack, plus I'm taking the herbs that he fixes for me in his office.  I see Doug Womack once a week plus the acupuncture along with it, and I'm pain free.  I also take other preventive medicine, too.  The point is that Doug Womack is one hell of a good acupuncturist.  Keep going to him, people, it takes time; don't quit or give up, and give it time to work.  Rome wasn't built in a day, and neither is this business, but with hard work and determination, you can be pain free and keep working like I have.  I have been at my job as a waitress for 21 years, and pain free.  I'm still sore and achy, which I always will be because of my arthritis, but don't quit or give up and for Pete's Sake, give it a chance, people! --Adele Hruby, waitress

Ulcers

"I was suffering from ulcers for over 30 years. Doctors were no help. It got to the point I would be in ICU every 3 to 5 years because of the bleeding ulcers. Doug gave me a simple tea mixture and the pain is gone. Thank you Doug!"

Charles Batty....Teacher

Migraines, Uterine Fibroids

Back Pain, Type 2 Diabetes

Arthritis, Stop Smoking

"There I was, experiencing another agonizing migraine! They were coming almost daily now since deciding on a career change and going back to school in the medical field. I tried everything from Yoga to very expensive prescription drugs. Then someone had advised trying acupuncture. From the information I had gathered, I had learned not all acupuncturist’s methods are created equal and are beneficial. I just did not have the funds to try to find the one that was. However, luck was on my side when an Aunt visiting from Alaska, and seeing first hand my migraine pain, started making phone calls and asking the right questions. She felt then that Doug Womack was the one I should see. Through my skepticism, yet current frustration, I decided to make an appointment. Upon my first visit I learned Doug and his family had recently moved to Montana from Texas where he learned from some of the best, and had also studied extensively in China. I quickly came to the conclusion, Texas’ loss is definitely Montana’s gain. After just one treatment, my migraines vanished! I never experienced another one, not even during finals week which can be extremely stressful. In such a very short time, Doug helped me get my life back and promise to a brighter future.

Upon further investigation, I learned Doug has a unique gift of dealing with and solving very difficult cases. I quickly became a firm believer, so I gave him a bigger quest to conquer. I am 32 and have been diagnosed with uterine fibroids since age 24, which is almost unheard of at that age. Medical doctors put me on a Depo-provera shot for over 6 years, which was to help keep the fibroids from growing and multiplying and to help manage the pain. It also came with consequences, such as bone loss. In the early years, they also had me on Loritab, just to help me get through the day! Because my symptoms had gotten worse they were now recommending surgery, which at this time in my life was just not an option. As of 2 months ago, I am thrilled to announce that I am no longer on the Depo shot and my cycle has returned with regularity, even though I was warned it could take up to as long as 2 years. Although I experienced a little pain just during that time, it was totally manageable and compared to before , I felt almost pain free. We are now in the process of trying to shrink the fibroids.

In the past, for severe hip pain, the medical doctors would use cortisone shots. I also went to many chiropractors. I finally gave up and just dealt with the pain. Not anymore! Doug is a miracle worker! For once in my life I feel my age, not twenty years older. I can truly say I feel the best I have felt in years.

Both my parents are now seeing Doug. My Dad for years of back pain and Type 2 Diabetes, and my Mom for arthritis - he is now reversing the damage in her fingers. An Uncle from Kalispell is making an appointment to stop smoking after 40 years. We are all so grateful to Doug and we have recommended him to everyone we know. We have come to know him and his wonderful wife Leta so well, and feel so blessed they have decided to make Montana their home. Thanks Doug!!!"

Kera Perkins....Student

Respiratory Issues, Cold/Flu

"I was sick with something nasty (bad cold/sinus/respiratory infection) for over 9 months. I saw doctors many times who were unable to cure me even with antibiotics. I was basically told that I would just have to deal with it until it passed. I finally turned to acupuncture. Doug cured me within several trips! Along with curing this problem we worked on several other issues that had been plaguing me for years. The combination of acupuncture and herbs were amazing. I have never felt better and I can’t thank Doug enough. I would highly recommend acupuncture as a form of alternative medicine for anything that ails you.!"Sandy Trenkle....Rockin’ Rudy’s

Gastritis, Hypothyroid, Diabetes

I have had recurring gastritis since 1992.  It would flare up every 6 months or so.  Doug successfully treated my last bout of gastritis a year ago, and I have not had any gastric discomfort since.  He is also treating my diabetes and hypothyroid condition.  Although I still require insulin, my immune system has been boosted and my overall energy levels have improved through Doug's treatments.  I sleep more restfully at night as a consequence of the treatment as well.  Doug is one of the best acupuncturists I have been treated by, and I have been to a lot, from Australia to Hawaii to Montana.

Kenneth Schultz