WHAT OUR PATIENTS SAY

Successful Treatment Using Chinese Herbal Medicine for Allergies

"A Number of Positive Things Started to Occur..."

"I have been a patient of David Sollars for approximately one year for herbal treatments for constant feelings of fatigue, chronic back pain, and allergy problems. These problems affected my ability to enjoy sports, such as running, and left me open to catching every cold that came through the office. Given all the potential herbal remedies on the market and the various claims, I decided to see a to David instead of just experimenting with expensive products which might not even resolve my health issues.

After our discussions and taking the specific herbal combination designed to treat my symptoms, a number of positive things occurred. The lower back pain, which plagued me during season changes, subsided so I could continue to run outside and on the treadmill in the winter months. My general energy level increased over a period of one month's time. The herbal formulation alleviated my allergies to the point that I did not need to take prescription anti-histamines. Lastly, I'm happy to report that since taking the Herbs I had only one minor cold in the last year.

I wish to thank David for all his help and look forward to enjoying many healthy years from his advice."

J.I., N. Chelmsford

Successful Treatment of IBS and Crohn's Disease Using Chinese Herbal Medicine

Meals Can Be Enjoyed Again!

You've read research and patient stories over the past months on the successful treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome and Crohn's disease with Oriental medicine. What if you're not given a clear diagnosis or treatment plan to deal with stomach and bowel problems that greatly influence the quality of your life? You feel lousy, but no one knows why or what to do. One of the strengths of Oriental medicine and homeopathy is the recognition of a total body/mind diagnosis. Taking into account the conventional medical view and weaving together many of your common experiences and complaints, an effective treatment plan can then begin. Life can be good again. The following is a letter from a patient with a similar health challenge.

"Since I was a small child, I had suffered from what my doctor called a lazy gall bladder. It is a terrible condition that first gives you a mind-knocking headache, then makes you empty your stomach by vomiting, and finally knocks you down exhausted for a whole day. I am very familiar with this condition and so is my mother and sister. I had learned to accept this condition as part of my life. I was able to function most days, throw up, and lose days without major changes in my lifestyle. The coping with the problem, however, changed after I was married and brought my new wife into my life. Whenever I got sick, which was usually during the weekend, my wife was affected because she was unable to do anything during my sick time. This situation increased tension between my wife and I when we had our first child and then again this year when we had our second child. Every time that I got sick, my wife had to take care not only of our kids, but of me. This created a very stressful environment and forced me into trying to get better or to reduce the recurrences of the disease.

I have known about Dave Sollars for over two years now. I met his wife before and we have talked about a consultation for over a year now. I just did not have had the time to seek advice from him. This time, however, I had all the pressure to make the time. I went to his office and discussed my problem. To my surprise, he knew my condition, and devised a plan to address it. From that moment on, my life changed. I was able to wake up during the weekend without a bitter taste in my mouth. I was very surprised that I did not have any headaches and most important that I had the time to help my wife to take care of our children. To date, I have not been sick. It has been the beginning of a new life for me. I can now enjoy my weekends and family and there is less overall stress to cope with. Thank you."

E.P., Arlington, MA

Successful Treatment Of Colds

"I was getting frequent colds and a terrible cough. This condition would last for 2-3 weeks.

Six months ago I had my first visit with David Sollars which lasted one hour. We covered all aspects of my health, work, home life, moods, stresses, emotions, etc. Within a week, I received my first batch of herbs by mail. After taking everything into consideration at the time of our visit, these herbs were made up especially for me. The herbs not only helped my immune system, they also helped my overall well being.

I keep a daily log of how I’m feeling. This is a great way to help give accurate feedback to Dave so he can fine tune my herbal prescription to best suit my needs.

I am very pleased with the results I have had so far. I would recommend this alternative herbal medicine to anyone looking to heal the core of the illness who has not been helped by conventional medicine."

K.A., Methuen, MA

Successful Treatment With Chinese Herbal Medicine For Relief From Fibromyalgia

"It Was Like the Heavens Opened Up for Me!"

"I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia 21/2 years ago by a rheumatologist. I had spent a good 2 years going through various tests and complaining to my PC. He would tell me to come back in 6 months if I didn't feel better. I was not satisfied with his answer and would return in 3 months. T that point, he would say, "Everything looks fine. Why are you here?" So, I would repeat my symptoms once more. There was a lot of pain in areas that did not make any sense, headaches, and terrible confusion. But the most debilitating of all was the constant fatigue and sleep or no sleep patterns.

I have always been a fairly active person. I needed and wanted to work part time. I left a good job 5 years ago thinking at "my age" I could no longer take the pressure. No matter how few hours I worked, I could not keep up with the pace.

After many tests, the rheumatologist finally diagnosed fibromyalgia and put me on Prozac for fatigue and depression. I refused this medication for 3 months, but finally gave in. After 6 months, I did see a difference with the depression. For over a year, I paced myself…crash sleeping late afternoon and evening, back to bed at 8:30, pushing all the time or going to work on 3-4 hours sleep. All I got from my doctor was another prescription.

In May a friend called and said, "Joyce, you must go see David Sollars. He is an acupuncturist and specializes in fibromyalgia." It was like the heavens opened up for me. I have done reading and research in this field and knew that at least it was not going to harm me. David set up a treatment plan of acupuncture and herbal medicine designed specifically for me. My overall condition has improved greatly. The pain has decreased at least 70%. I may nap once a week and am able to stay awake until 10 and do things rather than vegetate. I am spending more time with my grandchildren, which is a joyful part of my life and do not refuse many invitations. I am gradually learning to go to work without the fear of my condition showing physically or mentally. I recently went away for a 3-day vacation. In the past if I pushed myself to do this, I would have pain for at least 5 days and, of course, totally uncomfortable during my stay and certainly not the best of company. My most recent trip consisted of shopping, swimming, fishing, boating, and walking. Most of all, I had so much fun and felt so good to be doing what I wanted and be a part of my life and those that I love.

So now that I am seeing results, I do not have to wonder…am I really getting better? I am beginning to think I have had fibromyalgia for many years, but I really don't care because I truly believe in the near future my health will be as it should be. I am so thankful to David Sollars and all his staff at FirstHealth for their help."

J.S., Merrimac, MA

Successful Treatment With Chinese Herbal Medicine For Menopausal Stympoms

“I am pleased to share with you my success with herbal therapy. I began treatment a year ago for menopausal symptoms. After a few weeks of acupuncture I began herbal therapy. It has done a much-welcomed job of keeping my hot flashes, mood swings, and other symptoms under control. The symptoms are not totally erased, but instead are lessened to a point where I don't hardly notice when a hot flash occurs. For me the peace of mind not to have to deal with HRT is well worth slight changes. I have recommended this approach to all of my friends, and I'm pleased to say a few have joined me in this treatment.”

A.P.