In February 2009 I experienced on the right arm an elbow ache (kind of like tennis elbow), which radiated down the forearm and eventually affected my hand and my thumb. This was not good as I use my elbows, hands and thumbs in conjunction with correct form and alignment of my body to increase or decrease pressure of the massage techniques. I noticed this was affecting my daily work activities.

After loads of icing of the elbow and forearm as well as massage to the forearm I still had this niggly ache and it was at this point I decided to pay Dr. Carr a visit at her clinic.

During my four visits the Active Life Health, which I now call a sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle of city life, I received great results from acupuncture treatments. These treatments were specifically targeted to my concerns and more. During these treatments for the arm I also received treatment targeted to my nervous system, which included adrenals and liver, as I was experiencing anxiety, nervous tension, and was feeling a tad bit stressed out.

Whilst I lay on her table listening to the melodic relaxation tunes and staring at the word “breathe” on the wall I would find myself zoning out from the world and escaping to that place of tranquility. Ahhhhhh. What’s a girl to do anyways laying on the bed with needles in her arm, hand, knees and feet?

Her quiet space, acupuncture treatments, peaceful and calming demeanour as well as professional bedside manner left me feeling so calm and grounded. But besided that, my elbow, hand and thumb are now in good working order.

So thank you. Yours in health and wellness,