Success Stories

Being a normally active person, I had found it really difficult to have to limit my activities due to an ankle sprain that persisted in being troublesome for over 6 months. After trying the usual treatments of physiotherapy and exercises and still being in pain, I decided to try acupuncture. I found it really strange at first that Melissa put needles in my wrist, but when I tried moving my foot, I found that the pain was no longer there and I could move my injured foot to almost the same as my uninjured foot! After a couple more treatments my pain was relieved, the swelling was gone, and I could move my foot normally again. I will continue to use Melissa’s health advice and go for occasional wellness treatments.

J.B., Vancouver

Dear Dr. Carr,

I’m writing this letter on behalf of myself to express my gratitude to you and your service.  In the late fall of 07 I began feeling a sharpness through my arm when I was playing guitar.  The pain eventually became so intense that I was forced to cancel my weekly lessons and ultimately put the guitar down for a better part of a month.  After two sessions with you I was back on track, playing at times for upwards of an hour per day.  After five sessions I can say that I play the guitar relatively pain free and that my lessons are scheduled to resume early next month.  On top of that your friendly staff and comforting office space made my weekly appointments something to look forward to.  Thanks again, Melissa.

— Chris O’Brien

I’m an avid supporter of acupuncture and consider it a great healing art: it’s a fundamental part of my positive self-care and wellness. One of the first things I do upon arriving anywhere to film is to find a terrific acupuncturist and practitioner of TCM. In Vancouver, Dr. Melissa Carr has helped me acclimate to the damp autumn climate as well as support my immune system during the critical phases of transition when it can be so easy to come down with something. I so look forward to seeing her each week!!

I have had stiffness and minimal mobility in my shoulder for over a year. I wasn’t sure what to expect but the biopuncture needle felt similar to an acupuncture needle. That night, I felt a big difference in my shoulder and did not experience the nightly soreness. I have also gained more mobility in my shoulder. Since the treatments are natural and work with my body’s ability to heal itself, I am going to continue along this path.

— L.N., Vancouver

I have been going for treatment to Dr. Carr on and off for three years now. Usually when I am feeling run down and tired or for sports related injuries. Most recently after a one year absence from treatment I came in to see Dr. Carr about treatment for being generally rundown, exhausted and mentally drained in addition to a sports related injury. Dr. Carr suggested I commence a cleanse program combined with acupuncture therapy and a personalized diet plan. After two weeks of treatment I can honestly say that I feel energized and healthy again and almost back to 100%. I continue to rely on Dr. Carr’s treatment for maintenance of a healthy and balanced lifestyle and always look forward to my visits.

–C.M.

Dear Dr. Carr,

I have always had a struggle with allergies and my sinuses during the springtime. I suffered from itchy eyes, runny nose, sore throat, coughing and sneezing. I had poor sleep and was irritable in the morning. In the past I would load up on pharmaceuticals as I wanted a quick and effective remedy. Claritin, Sinutab and various nasal sprays were always in my golf bag in the spring.

As a chiropractor I usually look for natural remedies first because like you we help others help themselves. I went for acupuncture and herbal support for my allergies and the results were quick and effective. I would say 80% improved.

So, I have found a great natural way to control and reduce my allergies. Plus, I don’t have to carry Dr. Carr in my golf bag.

Hi there Dr. Carr. Have been meaning to send you a thank you for the new elbows. They are feeling great. Have put in over 50 hrs of drumming with no complications. Just wanted you to know.

Melissa, I LOVE YOU! Today I went on a 43kms bike ride, mainly along the dykes which are either dirt and rocks or gravel; ie. not easy to ride because you have to hang on to the bike quite hard so it doesn’t get away from you. Guess what?!!!!!!!!!! I’m soooooooo happy!!!!! I had no numbness AT ALL on my left hand for the first time in a loooooooooooooooooooooooooooong time. How about that?!

I hadn’t been feeling well for a few days so yesterday I went in to see Dr. Melissa Carr. I hadn’t had acupuncture for years and didn’t even know that it could help with headaches and muscle pain, but I was willing to give it a try.  I got immediate relief from the headache, from the neck and shoulder pain and from several other complaints as well! I was really surprised and intrigued to learn about another use of acupuncture.

I found Dr. Carr to be warm, compassionate and really professional. She asked really great questions, looked at my tongue, and took my pulse. I felt like I was in a doctor’s office, except that I was actually being listened to and my symptoms weren’t disregarded or prescribed away.

Melissa followed up with dietary and lifestyle recommendations. She gave me some simple techniques to do at home that are easy to implement. I really got the impression of being seen as a whole person and it crystallized my opinion that seeking out natural therapies first is the most natural and balanced approach to longevity. I am really excited to do a follow-up with Dr. Carr and see how both her and Traditional Chinese Medicine can further help me!

— Eva Chrostowski, B.Sc. B. Ed. IEHP NHPC RYT 200

I feel really fabulous that I’ve finally found a Doctor to see and keep my health updated. I really feel calm after the treatment, and this is weird, but my hands keep sweating and are really warm. I like that they are warm for a change because they are usually so cold!!! It must be my circulation circulating!!! It’s great! I feel like your treatment definitely let some of the blocked energy FLLLOOOOWWW!!! I think that every human is their own best doctor, as we all know our own bodies better than anyone else, but it really helps to have a professional–kind of like a sherpa guiding you up the mountain.

When I first met Melissa Carr, I knew what acupuncture was but never had the “chance” to try this traditional Chinese Medicine healing treatment. Settling down in Vancouver was for me the occasion to go back to sports and I was pretty excited about it. The only problem was that Canadian people apparently play soccer like they play hockey! Of course I got injured and went to see a massage therapist several times to heal my ankle. He tried everything he could, including laser therapy, but nothing could help me get better. Desperate, I booked an appointment with Melissa Carr and it took her less than an hour to fix me up!

I was unlucky enough to hurt myself again after that. But my advice would be: “Don’t wait to be desperate before using TCM and Dr. Melissa Carr’s services. She knows what she’s doing and keeps on studying new techniques like biopuncture to heal her patients even more efficiently.”

Thanks again Melissa!