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		"If you live in the San Francisco Bay area, or even farther away, and you have health problems that concern you, I invite you to take advantage of my 30+ years of experience in the acupuncture and natural medicine field." You’ll get personalized care that will make you feel more energetic and alive. You’ll have better functioning than you ever thought possible. And, if we can’t help, we’ll refer you to others who can!" Jay Sordean, LAc, OMD, QME

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Fibromyalgia

Most of us are familiar with everyday aches and pains in our muscles. With proper care and rest, the pain eventually goes away. But for millions of people who suffer from fibromyalgia, or FM, proper care and rest aren't enough.

Is Fibromyalgia Real?

FM is characterized by widespread pain in the muscles, ligaments, and tendons. Other symptoms include fatigue, sleeplessness, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), headaches, and heightened sensitivity to light, touch, and odors. Although it is a chronic (long lasting) condition, it is, fortunately, neither progressive nor fatal. In the United States, it's estimated that 3 to 6 million (1 in 50) people suffer from FM. The majority of sufferers are women of child-bearing age; however, people of all ages can be affected. Young to middle-aged women, people with a family history of this condition, and people who have had rheumatic disease seem to have a higher risk of FM. For decades it has been debated whether or not FM is a true physiological condition. Skeptics point to the failure of researchers to find an exact cause or to develop a standard, objective method of diagnosis. However, owing to new technologies and genetic research, our understanding of FM is rapidly evolving. For example, a recent Georgetown University study has identified areas of the brain that are most active during pain. And links with blood flow, sleep disturbances, previous injuries, infections, and autonomic nervous system abnormalities have also been identified.

Recent cutting edge clinical findings have been revealed that suggest that constriction of the meninges on the nerve roots or other areas of the nervous system may have a negative impact on the body's physiology. Empirically, this seems to cause many of the symptoms of fibromyalgia. Luckily we are now trained in the Neurologic Relief Centers Neurologic Relief Technique™ and can offer it to you as a promising approach.

Natural Approaches to Managing FM

Since the exact causes are of FM are unknown, there is no single treatment. However, the following complementary and alternative therapies and self-management techniques may offer relief.

  Alternative therapies. Many FM sufferers reportsuccess with Neurologic Relief Centers Neurologic Relief Technique,™ acupuncture, chiropractic care, massage therapy, osteopathy, andother complementary and alternative therapies.

  (Link to Neurologic Relief Centers Testimonials:) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mvq9jBNlDaQ

  Cognitive behavior therapy, stress reduction, and other pain management techniques can teach you to better manage pain. Exercise. While it may increase your pain at first, exercise may be one of the most effective treatments for FM.

  Better sleep. Being adequately rested is essential in fighting pain and fatigue.

  Eating a healthier diet. Although no specific diet has proven to influence FM, getting proper nutrition will give you more energy and help you to cope with your symptoms more effectively.

If you're interested in learning about natural approaches to managing FM, contact us at The Redwood Clinic. Together, we can develop a plan to help you get back on the road to feeling great. (Thanks to meta-ehealth for this article)

Please call us at 510-849-1176 about how we might help you with your health concerns. WWW.TheRedwoodClinic.com.

ABOUT ME:

My name is Dr. Jay Sordean, and I’m a wellness consultant, professional acupuncturist, herbalist, nutritional therapist, and homeopath. I’ve studied with the top teachers in all of these fields over the past 30 years, and I continue to learn and study.

I conduct lectures and seminars on many health topics in the local community; in the past I’ve also taught advanced courses in Japanese acupuncture and immune enhancement to other acupuncturists and healers. My training has spanned the globe. Because I read, write, and speak Japanese as my second language, important parts of my study were done with Masters from Japan.

My homeopathy and naturopathic training has been with masters from all over the world over the past 30 years as well, including Japan, India, Canada, and Europe. In 1983 I was licensed in acupuncture in California; I also have an acupuncture license in Indiana where I was born.

I have had national acupuncture certification in the U.S. since 1985. My qualifications include specialty training and evaluating work injuries – I am one of a very small number of California acupuncturists who is a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) for the state. Less than 1% of all acupuncturists in the country have my training andqualifications. For more information please see my resume.

Conditions
Do you have one of these conditions and health problems I've helped patients with?

• Low back pain
• neck pain
• car accident injuries
• infertility
• PMS
• perimenopausal symptoms
• colitis
• asthma
• PCOS
• allergies
• ADHD
• GERD
• ulcers
• headaches
• hypothyroid

• Graves’ disease
• immunodeficiency
• ITP
• Hashimoto’s thyroiditis
• overweight
• liver problems
• insomnia
• depression
• fatigue
• shoulder problems
• frozen shoulder
• carpal tunnel syndrome
• knee pain
• ankle pain
• low sex drive

• sports injuries
• SAD
• preparation & recovery from surgery
• pediatric illnesses
• anemia
• constipation
• diarrhea
• abdominal pain
• chronic stress reactions
• panic attacks
• anxiety
• menopausal symptoms
• cardiac complaints
• and others

Acupuncture is endorsed by the World Health Organization for over 100 medical conditions. Along with other natural treatments, the saftey and efficacy is high while risks are low. This is in contrast to the potential deadly effects of many drugs as reported in mainstream medical journals. Put our clinical expertise and talents to work for you.
Ask Dr. Jay a question.

Contact me today for a FREE, no obligation consultation

We can meet and discuss your health concerns in detail, and I can determine whether or not you might benefit from the natural treatments we provide. During the consultation, we’ll talk about: your primary complaints, the history of those complaints as well as other health problems you may have, the history of your family’s health related to you, how strong your constitution is, what Chinese medicine, acupuncture, and other methods may offer in the way of relief or cure of your problems, and an honest appraisal of whether I think we might be able to help you or not.
Call to see if you qualify for our free consultation, 510-849-1176.

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5 essential questions to ask before choosing a natural medicine provider

1. How long has the doctor been in practice? What is their licensure and for how long?

2. What range of conditions does the doctor treat? Is the doctor knowledgable in and have experience with my particular problem? What age ranges of patients does the doctor treat?

3. What types of natural medicine have they trained in? Is the doctor knowledgable in a wide range of supplements and are they available on-site?

4. Do they have a wholistic approach or do they only look at symptom relief?

5. Do they have further post-licensure qualifications, training, and/or certifications?

What Patients Feel about Their Treatment and Results

RE: FEAR OF NEEDLES: "I met with Dr. Sordean to talk about problems that I wanted solved. A friend recommended him, but I didn't want to try acupuncture. I knew he also worked with herbs, so I went in for a consultation. Dr. Sordean told me acupuncture would benefit me greatly, but I was terrified of needles. I decided to try and somehow overcome that fear -- and I'm glad I did. Acupuncture has changed my life in a way no other treatment has, and I'm even less afraid of needles. Don't let your 'needlephobia' prevent you from trying acupuncture! It's one of the things I'm most grateful to have in my life." M.K.

"Acupuncture really saved my life! I was terribly injured in a car accident with serious injuries, on a walker and unable to get out of bed. I began treatments full of hope and almost from the beginning began to feel better, stronger and encouraged. I surrendered to each and every needle.
I embraced the calm and serenity and often fell asleep during treatment. I am an intelligent, professional person, but something happened to me with each treatment that pills, shots, and surgery could have never done. I was healed from the muscle damage, from inside to out. I am very glad and grateful for the recovery from the car accident injury. I continue getting acupuncture treatment periodically to do this day because the treatments fit my wellness orientation." Myra Paradise

"My “Western Doctor” told me I needed a shrink — Jay Sordean helped me balance my hormones and the way my body accesses and uses food — much better! Thanks again! " Norma B.

"Our 3-year old son Oliver suffered from asthma whenever he got an upper respiratory virus before coming to see Dr. Jay. The pediatrician was recommending a daily steroid. We decided to see Dr. Jay instead. Oliver received massage, homeopathy, and supplements, and has been seeing Dr. Jay for one year now. He’s had no asthma symptoms since starting at The Redwood Clinic. And unlike visiting the pediatrician, he [Oliver] enjoys coming here! THANKS."

--Oliver’s Mom & Dad

"Although I have received treatments from Dr. Jay over the years, by great joy comes from my children’s relationship with Dr. Jay and the ancient art or Chinese medicine. My daughter Wenonah started seeing Jay when she was a eight weeks old. Dr. Jay taught me how to massage a baby and treat her homeopathically. Empowering! Wenonah is now 11 and has had her first series of acupuncture treatments regarding her insomnia. I am so happy to say that we are getting great nights of sleep! :) My son Mays is 7 and recently had his first acupuncture treatment for a nasty bout of poison oak. I am so happy to have my kids be exposed to mind body spirit medicine and know that they will always consider this healing as true." My best, Erin P. Gaffey, Celtic Electric and Winstons Plumbing (Oakland)
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Dr. Jay, you have the magic! My stomach problems resolved with your pills and potions and humor and needles. I appreciate the whole package here." Thank you, E.D."

"Dr. Jay is an all-around nice guy, besides being fun and interesting to talk with, he has helped make my journey through "Bariatric surgery" much easier, healthier, and successful. Besides the healing affects of his acupuncture to relieve knee, back and shoulder pain, curb appetite and increase energy. I have enjoyed a wonderful total relaxation experienced with every session. The self hypnosis tapes for weight loss and relaxation along with his knowledge and skill with acupuncture have given me a better life!!!! THANK YOU Dr. Jay...you're the best!! (You can needle me anytime!!) Good...Stories...Elaine http://www.storyteller.net/tellers/estanley

I am writing to thank you for providing such wonderful, healing acupuncture for me for the past several months. I have sincerely appreciatee all that you have done and all the work/food-for-thought that you provided. I hope that the new year brings happiness, prosperity and health to you and your family."
Sharon H.

"Jay is a truly alerted. I feel many miracles from coming here to the redwood clinic, everything from physical peeling and support, to the emotional and spiritual well-being and connectedness. I’m so thankful to Jay is here and I have the opportunity to come to him an old myself to healing in this way. It is inspiring and for ever appreciated. Thank you. Blessings and peace." Joslyn L.

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Acupuncture has allowed me to continue my active life (skiing, gardening, etc.) even though I broke my back as a teenager. I’m going on 70 and hate to think in what shape I might be had I followed my M.D.’s suggestion and had back surgery." Ron L.

"Dearest Dr. Jay, You are awesome! You have helped me get better sooo many times! My skin is all better, my liver is on its way to recovery and your kindness and gentleness have been good for my soul! You rock! Of course, we have so much in common, even though we are half a century apart in age!! I take your smile in my heart to Canada! I love you Dr. Jay!" Milo XOXO (3 years old)

"I am so grateful for the healing care I have received to boost thyroid, and immune system, general well-being, both physical and psychological. I count on it!" Linda M.

"Thank you so much for all your help. You have impacted my life at many levels. I have truly gotten better (which I wasn’t even sure could happen) and know that I will continue to get better under your guidance. I appreciate your approach (incorporating mind, body, and spirit). It really works. I think you are a true “healer.” Thank you again." P.K.

"A charismatic and witty practitioner of healing, medicinal, therapeutic treatment."
Rhoda Curtis, Author, RHODA: Her First Ninety Years. www.rhodabook.com

"I have come to Jay Sordean to be healed from everything from joint problems, after car accidents, to sleeplessness and a bad case of nerves. I have always walked out of my acupunture session feeling like a new man: with greatly reduced pain, a deep emotional sense of well-being, and sense that life ahead is wonderful. I attribute acupuncture at the Redwood Clinic in playing a crucial role in my spiritual and creative well-being also. Thank you, Jay" Frank B. Wilderson, III, author of Incognegro: a Memoir of Exile and Apartheid, and Red, White, & Black: Cinema and the Structure of U.S. Antagonisms, director of Reparations...Now, a film in progress http://www.incognegro.org

"Dear Jay, How wonderful to meet someone who I actually enjoy being "kneedled" by. Thank you so much for giving me back mobility and taking away pain. You have made me a posterchild for acupuncture and I will continute to recommend you. All my best," Uri, SF Bay Area, http://www.fineartrestoration.net

"February 17,2009 :   I was referred to the Redwood Clinic by my Back Care Doctor for acupuncture because of the pain that I have had from Scoliosis (a curvature of the spine). I cannot take any kind of pain medication because of allergies to the great majority of such pills and also because I do not like the side effect that they cause.
         In addition I also have a bilateral Trochanteric Bursitis (Bursas are the fat pads which protect the hip bone) which is also caused by the posture I have when walking due to the Scoliosis.
I had received two treatments with Dr. Sordean and when I went for my 30 minute walk the following day and I was pain free. Usually when I walk I have severe pain the full length of my back, so severe that it would make me cry. I can now walk with some pain, but it is tolerable.
        I have gotten two additional benefits from acupuncture. The first one is that I can now taste and smell. For about ten years I could not taste nor smell due to a chronic sinus condition. I have had to use a medication spray that is cortisone based, which also has some bad side effects. I decided to start decreasing the use of the nasal spray after! started acupuncture. Before! realized it, I could smell and taste without the use of any medication. It has been at least two months and so far I can still smell and taste.
        The other benefit is that I can sleep through the night until morning without waking up with pain. I wake up rested and energetic. Before I would wake up several times during the night and had to get ice packs to put on my back and hips to relieve the pain so that! could sleep. As a result I would get up tired and totally worn out.
         Dr. Sordean is highly profession and competent and I would recommend him to anyone who is having pain. I know that I cannot be cured of my Scoliosis, but I can be pain free.    Sincerely,   A very happy patient!"

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Dr. Jay Sordean will present, in collaboration with the The Foundation for Wellness Professionals, a workshop on "Losing Body Fat: Breakthroughs in Metabolic Understanding and the What, Why, and How on Thursday, February 12, 6:30 - 7:30 PM. At the Berkeley Library - Claremont Branch (corner of Ashby and Benvenue).