The following are some comments from previous clients: (Many thanks to Bernadette, Noel, Stephnie, Michael, Tom and Mick for giving me their written permission to use these details)   Menopause - Bernadette Quiney, Bray “Having been on HRT for almost 10 years I was advised by my doctor to stop taking it about 2 years ago. Since then I have had terrible problems with hot flushes. I was getting them very badly almost every hour! It was really affecting me, with sweats, prickly heat sensations and facial flushing which even extended to my hands. My energy levels were also wiped out.   In June of 2008 I decided to give acupuncture a try having heard that it might be able to help. I saw Mark Goulding who gave me acupuncture and some herbs and I noticed a big improvement straight away! After only a few sessions (once a week) there was a huge reduction in the number and strength of the hot flushes. After 6 weeks I was only getting 1 or 2 hot flushes a day. To further improve matters Mark suggested we try a modified herb combination which he would get made up specifically for me. The new herbs (and acupuncture) worked a treat and have completely stopped the problem! Six weeks after starting the herbs I haven’t had a single hot flush. My energy has also come back and I’m absolutely delighted with my progress. I would definitely recommend anyone who is suffering from menopausal symptoms to try acupuncture and herbs.” - Bernadette Quiney, Bray, County Wicklow.   Urological problems - Noel, Bray I had been suffering acute pain for some time when passing urine, especially in the mornings. After a few sessions of acupuncture with Mark the pain gradually decreased and eventually disappeared.  My five weekly sessions have provided me with great relief and I would highly recommend the treatment to similar sufferers.  Sinusitis - Stephnie Veale, Bray. "For many years I have suffered from sinusitis. I have tried all the usual pills and sprays to little effect. Last February I had a particularly bad flare up (where I had pain extending into my jaw/teeth). Having seen both my dentist and my doctor and being prescribed 2 courses of antibiotics I decided to try acupuncture. I went to Mark Goulding in Bray who discussed the importance of diet in my condition. Among other things, Mark recommended me to reduce my mucous forming foods (dairy, bananas, sugars etc) and to drink my fluids away from my meals. After 2 treatments the pain had subsided significantly and after 3 it had gone altogether. I had a total of 5 treatments and I have not had another sinus attack in the last 4 months (normally I would certainly have expected one in this length of time). I am delighted with the result and have decided to take an occasional acupuncture treatment as a preventative measure and just for my general health. I would certainly recommend acupuncture to anyone who suffers from sinus or indeed other problems. It worked for me!" - Stephnie Veale, Bray.     Leg Pain - Michael McAuley, Dun Laoghaire "After doing some work a few weeks ago up a ladder I injured my leg and was in quite a lot of pain. The pain was quite severe and was stopping me from doing my normal walks and getting a good night’s sleep etc. I saw my doctor who prescribed pain killers which didn’t help and actually upset my stomach. After my second visit and further medicines which still hadn’t sorted the problem I decided to try acupuncture. I went to Mark Goulding in Bray who placed a few tiny needles (not painful) in my leg. After the first visit I was surprised to notice a slight improvement. Mark asked me to come once each week for the next 3 or 4 weeks. After the 3rd visit the pain was almost gone and after the 4th it had gone completely. I am delighted with the result and would recommend acupuncture to anyone who is considering it." - Michael McAuley, Dun Laoghaire   Sciatica - Tom Purdy, Shankill Copy from email… “Mark, I attended a number of sessions with you earlier this year for sciatica. The last session was in June.  It worked brilliantly;  I haven’t had any pain or trouble with it since. I’m looking to claim back a few quid from the VHI and was wondering could I get a receipt off you…  Thanks." Tom Purdy, Shankill   Shingles - Mick Loughlin, Roundwood  “I was recently diagnosed by my doctor with a case of shingles (herpes zoster), which caused me extreme pain around my lower back and side. The pain was very  uncomfortable and prevented me from doing almost anything.  I had heard that acupuncture might help so I spoke to Mark Goulding and he suggested we do treatments each day. After about 2 or 3 days the treatment began to work well and after 6 treatments the pain had virtually gone.  Mark also explained that there is some evidence which suggests that acupuncture may help prevent a condition called post-herpetic neuralgia so I was delighted to be able to recover fully and quicky without any residual pain. I am delighted with the results.” – Mick Loughlin, Roundwood.