Testimonials
- From: Jennifer Rosenfeld
- To: Art of Healing, Inc.
- Sent: January 19, 2012
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder (aka Frozen Shoulder) was cured with Dry Needling!
I have known John Kunihiro for over 10 years as a massage therapist, but not until the first week in December 2011 did I try his dry needling to help resolve a major shoulder injury I had been experiencing since September 2011 (due to a sports related injury - possible shoulder/bicep micro tear from golf). Starting in October 2011 I had been completing physical therapy weekly for what was originally diagnosed as a rotator cuff tear, but after 6 weeks I saw no improvements; in fact my condition was getting worse. At my 1st appointment with John at the end of November 2011 I had extremely limited range of motion, and experienced severe pain (shooting throbbing aches from my shoulder joint) when I: brushed my hair, put on deodorant, closed my car door, fastened my seat belt, nor could I lift my arm above shoulder height. I was in extreme pain sleeping in almost all positions. He immediately diagnosed me with “Frozen Shoulder” which is a different diagnosis than I thought I originally had. He told me he had success in treating this symptom with other clients. This diagnosis was confirmed when I finally was seen by an Orthopedist MD.
I sought John’s treatment on a weekly basis for 6-8 weeks, and every week I saw remarkable improvements with my range of motion, and decrease in pain from basic movements. Within 6 weeks, I was back to 95% range of motion with very minimal pain sensations (after also trying a cortisone injection in my shoulder joint). I could not be more pleased or relieved I took a “risk” and tried a non-conventional approach to healing my shoulder injury. He even recommended excellent stretches and swimming therapy to continue by healing weekly. I would highly recommend trying dry needling with John. -- Jennifer Rosenfeld
- From: Doreen Lapic
- To: Art of Healing, Inc.
- Sent: September, 2011
I am ecstatic to let you know that I slept like a baby last night -- so soundly I couldn't hardly get up for work!! Still a little sore but that's the least of my worries. I had forgotten what it felt like after a good night's sleep. Looking forward to get more zzzs tonight. P.S. I can still hear your dog snoring in the room hahaha Can't wait till my next visit, I never know what to expect from you!! - Doreen
- From: Tammy Allen
- To: Art of Healing, Inc.
- Sent: August, 2011
I just wanted to thank you. I feel great today. I told my husband finding you was as good as meeting with the venture capitalist. I had almost lost hope of finding a quick fix for my neck. I love your zest and enthusiasm for life. I look forward to seeing you again next week. Thank you again - Tammy Allen
- From: Kathleen Kurre
- To: Art of Healing, Inc.
- Sent: July, 2011
For years, my life included yoga, meditation and walking. And yet, I continued to feel the old and karmic patterns in my body and emotions. Walking into the Art of Healig, I felt the embrace of loving expansion. From that first day, John’s mastery of the healing arts and his compassionate intuition united with my wisdom and opened a new sense of well-being, integration and peace. I feel great. My body, emotions and spirit are light and flowing. What a gift! - Kathleen Kurre
- From: Maria Kichler
- To: Art of Healing, Inc.
- Sent: April 25, 2011
After over a year of trying to get pregnant my husband and I finally had success with IVF only to result in a miscarriage. At this point, my yoga teacher and friend recommended accupuncture with John Kunihiro as a way to not only get fertility help, but also to get myself back in balance. I called Art of Healing that week and I left my first appointment feeling better that I had in years. I had about 4-5 sessions over the course of a few months while still getting help from our fertility specialists. We welcomed twin boys into the world in November of 2010. I have no doubt that our success was due to the help I received from John. He focused not only on help for fertility but stress relief and overall health which absolutely contributed to our ability to get pregnant. I have since returned to treatments with John to help ease back tension (from carrying two babies around all day) and to continue promoting overall health and balance in my body. I have and will continue recommending Art of Healing to friends and family. - Maria Kichler
- From: F Gault Robertson
- To: Art of Healing, Inc.
- Sent: January 31, 2011
John’s healing expertise was recommended to me by a friend, and I have recommended him to my friends. At Art of Healing, I have received relief from pain, better sleep at night, and an improved walking posture. John has my respect as a professional, and as a person. I can easily recommend his services, and acknowledge he may use this comment on his web site. - F Gault Robertson
- From: Robin D.
- To: Art of Healing, Inc.
- Sent: August 4, 2010
John Kunihiro, from Art Of Healing, was the answer to many prayers. He is a Physical Therapist and an Acupuncture Practitioner. Where Western Medicine and Physicians had kept me alive, and for that I am eternally grateful, they had taken me as far as they thought I could go. But John knew differently. When I first met John, I could not walk without assistance, I could not stand up straight, and I experienced tremors in both hands and arms. After two months of being treated by John twice weekly. I now stand erect nearly 100% of the time, can walk unassisted, and my tremors are far less severe.
Months ago I was on the Internet searching for some kind of miracle or magic pill. Information regarding Acupuncture kept surfacing. I investigated going to The Mayo Clinic, and I learned, via Internet, that they had studied Eastern Medicine for 20 years, and had started performing Acupuncture t all three of their locations. Then a friend from the FBI was prescribed, by The University of Virginia Medical School, Acupuncture. He told me that it really worked. And my Aunt, who had a knee replace in Charlotte, NC, was referred to an Acupuncturist to relieve pain. Then one day, out of nowhere, an acquaintance said what good things she had heard about John. We met and the pieces just fell into place.
I truly believe that everything happens for a reason and that includes the people we meet. I am very grateful for meeting John. I thank God for placing him in my path. He is truly the best, and possesses such positive energy. Miracles can happen. I 'm living proof.
With GOD's help, John has helped me to see light at the end of this long journey toward wellness. I just wish I had met him 2 years ago. Sincerely yours. Robin D.Today with his positive attitude He is able to walk to & almost normal, tremor decreased 80%. He is able to swim, work out everyday, Yoga, and even drive by himself. Thank you God for his wisdom, and his great way to put wonderful people like Robin to make my work to be so graceful. -- John Kunihiro
- From: Laura Jean P., M. S., Ph.D.
- To: Art of Healing, Inc.
- Sent: August 1, 2010
I’ve been going to John for about a year and half now, and cannot say enough positive things about him. I was referred to him by friends as an adjunct to all of the other things I do and as a mechanism to keep my body pain free and at full capacity. I’ve had a hip replacement for over 10 years and enjoy intensive daily exercise – spinning, weightlifting, Pilates; and when I’m not doing that I’m off hiking mountains somewhere in the world or taking on a new active adventure. I have been so impressed with John as a true healer – he has a gift, and one that is tangible and effective. He seems to know exactly what to do to address whatever may be manifest in my body consciously (on occasions when I have an ache, twinge or knot), or subconsciously (since I go to him routinely as a preventive measure). He is incredibly adept at so many different approaches to healing – acupuncture, massage, dry needling, stretching - - and will readily apply what he believes to be the most effective for the individual. In addition, his positive attitude and spirit and passion for helping people shines through and makes it a joy to be a client! - Laura Jean P, Epidemiologist
- From: Kyle C.
- To: Art of Healing, Inc.
- Sent: July 26, 2010
After suffering from a debilitating pinched nerve in my back for several weeks I was told of John Kunihiro's Art of Healing through a friend and decided to give it a try. After only a few minutes of acupuncture I could feel the pain begin to dissipate. In combination with the therapeutic massage, the excruciating pain by which I had been held prisoner in my own body was alleviated. I can confidently recommend The Art of Healing with the highest possible praise. -Kyle C., Musician, Atlanta, Ga
- From: Robert W.
- To: Art of Healing, Inc.
- Sent: July 25, 2010
Back pain can immobilize you and I have suffered the agony of back problems since I was in my twenties. I am fairly active, cycling 100 miles a week, which stops altogether when my back flares up. Long ago turned to massage therapy to get me out of these problems. However, when I connected with John about ten years ago and knew pretty quickly that this was more than just a massage. Here was a guy that seemed to know how to deal the problem instantly and in depth. At times I have arrived at John's in such torment, finding it difficult to get out of my car, but, after a session of deep work I felt like a kid again. My body was supple, loose and I was totally free of pain. John's skill and knowledge gets me back into my life. He's a brilliant therapist. - Robert W., Atlanta, GA
- From: Laura H.
- To: Art of Healing, Inc.
- Sent: July 19, 2010
I started going to John for help with what was fast becoming a serious problem with muscles in my neck, shoulder, and upper right arm locked. John started me off with several sessions of Dry Needling along with Shiatsu, followed by Acupuncture sessions as my muscles became more accessible. I feel my problem was serious. In the 10 years I have been practicing yoga, I have never experienced anything like what happened to me. I feel fortunate to have found John Kunihiro and highly recommend him. He is simply the best at what he does. The Art of Healing studio is charming, from the pond in front with beautiful gold fish to the beautiful bamboo in back. It is obvious John has poured himself 100% into creating an atmosphere of healing and calmness. Did I mention that his massages are to die for?! - Laura H
- From: Martha T.
- To: Art of Healing, Inc.
- Sent: July 16, 2010
I would highly recommend John Kunihiro as a miracle worker! I had been suffering from diarrhea 3-4 days a week for a year when I saw John first. I had been to a gastroenterologist and undergone several tests that ruled out different ailments. The diagnosis I received was Irritable Bowel Syndrome, but I had not received any relief from my symptoms. I was at my wits end when I started seeing John. He employed acupuncture mainly, but also used dietary suggestions, massage to name a few of the treatments in his “bag of tricks”. After seeing John for two months the symptoms stopped. I have now been diarrhea free for three months! - Martha T, Atlanta GA
