Northwoods Acupuncture & Wellness Center — Local services in Grand Rapids

After experiencing severe ear pains for 3 and a half years, I went for help January of 2019. These ear attacks were pain levels of 8 to 10, lasting for about 8 hours. Imagine a vice grip squeezing on the inside of the ear. No meds could take it out, nor ice or heat packs. So, I started with physical therapy, thinking it was TMJ. After finishing that for 3 weeks, I had ear attacks 4 and 11 days after. The next step was seizure meds, and no relief. After having MRIs on the brain and TMJ area which showed nothing alarming, I visited a TMJ specialist, with no answers. Next a neurologist... again no answers. In July, the ENT specialist ordered a CAT scan and gave me a thorough ear exam. The result was to treat the ear attacks as a migraine. Thus, the new med was Sumitriptan. This did not help either, so I visited my physician December of 2019, and established that if Sumitriptan didn't help me, then it's most likely not related to migraine attack. Now, my first thought at this time is the answer has to be acupuncture! I started with Amy Dolan at Northwoods Acupuncture December 28, 2019. She is an amazing acupuncturist, so caring, professional and definitely dedicated to her profession. Week after week went by with treatments and no pain...month after month went by and still no pain. It's now September of 2020, and I still continue treatments, and am pain free!!!! My life is wonderful! I am living again. I feel safe and don't even think of ear attacks anymore. I will continue Amy's wonderful Acupuncture for the rest of my life, knowing that this is the answer for me. I am active in golfing and canoeing again, and especially enjoying playing classical guitar and singing. Life is good!!! I even feel younger!! There is no pain as the needles are placed in me. I can often feel them interacting from my feet to my hands, arms, shoulders, ears and head. In fact, I'm totally relaxed after each treatment. Amy's clinic is an amazing beautiful place, exceptionally clean and safe, setting a relaxing mood immediately, with her welcoming and friendly staff. ...

From the moment I walked in, I knew this was going to be a special experience. I arrived a few minutes before my appointment and was warmly welcomed by Susan, who was absolutely kind and friendly. To my surprise, there was even a personalized sign with my name on it—such a thoughtful touch that instantly made my day! On top of that, I was offered water with electrolytes, which is just next-level customer service. The atmosphere was so inviting and welcoming, setting the tone for an amazing session.

Now, let me tell you about the massage—Danae is on a whole different level! I’ve been to multiple massage therapists over the years, and each has their own unique approach, but Danae completely blew me away. She found and worked on areas I didn’t even realize were tight. As a personal trainer and an active strength lifter, regular massages are a necessity for me, and this was hands down one of the best I’ve ever had.

Upon leaving, I had the pleasure of chatting with a few other staff members, and they were just as amazing and friendly. The entire environment is truly something special. If you’re looking for exceptional service, a welcoming atmosphere, and an outstanding massage, this is the...

I have extensive asthma, caused by 2nd hand smoke. It was so bad; it was treated as COPD and docs assumed that I had been a long time smoker. I broke my back, then had a lady rear-end my car hitting it twice. After neck surgery, the full body had to adjust to the angle changes. The frustration of again feeling crippled added a depression. Amy treated all these; working on the most demanding condition first. As the muscles released around my neck, then asthma pressure released as well. As the muscles released, the pain diminished and yoga became possible. As I could again participate with activities, my depression lifted and I am feeling elated, not un-depressed, but elated! My life is back! P.S. The chiropractor can tell when I have been to see Amy first, because my muscles are relaxed and...