"I was referred to Jenny by my massage therapist for acupuncture treatment for a chronically painful, inflamed knee.  I had undergone arthroscopic surgery about 18 months prior, to repair cartilage tears and ease the severe osteoarthritis in that knee. Over that time, I had lost a considerable amount of weight, increased my exercise regimen, and received regular massage therapy in the hopes of lessening the knee pain and inflammation. This all helped somewhat but did not give me the relief I hoped for.

After approximately six months of regular acupuncture treatments with Jenny, in conjunction with the aforementioned program,  I found the level of relief I had been seeking.  I still occasionally experience discomfort, but nothing like before acupuncture treatments.  

Also during this time I had begun to experience 'hot flashes.'  Jenny has treated me for these also, using a combination of acupuncture and Chinese herbs. I am a registered nurse who works on a daily basis with so-called mainstream medicine, and  I fully believe in the interface of mainstream medical practices and alternative therapies.  I strongly recommend Jenny to anyone exploring the use of acupuncture as part of their wellness program."  

Bibis A. Consalvi
RNC

"As a migraine sufferer for 3 years, I tried everything Western medicine had to offer. I had seen 2 neurosurgeons and a migraine specialist, and they found nothing abnormal. No medications worked. My migraines actually got worse; I was having them every 7-10 days for 1-3 days’ duration. Finally, a coworker suggested I see Jenny.

The first time I met Jenny, I knew I found the right match. What impressed me most was that Jenny wanted to learn about all my health – not just the pain that brought me to her. During our initial consultation, she made the connection between my migraines and my lifelong dysmenorrhea [irregular and painful periods]. For the first time, I realized maybe there was an answer to this problem I had had for almost 30 years. The feeling of hope was very powerful. 

To make a long story short, after my second acupuncture treatment, I haven’t had a migraine. Even better, my periods are regular for the first time in my life, without the use of Western pharmaceuticals.

I also recently received diagnoses of Type II diabetes and “fatty liver.” Working with Jenny and my primary care physician, with a combination of acupuncture, Chinese herbs, and lifestyle changes, I have successfully lowered my cholesterol, liver panels, and blood sugar to normal within 5 months. 

Now I’m using acupuncture for other things, such as a back problem. Every treatment is part of my ongoing self-care. It’s wonderful that I can come to Harwich Health Center for chiropractic and massage as well as acupuncture. All together, they treat my whole person."

Jennifer Kangas
Director of Development for Cape Cod Commercial Hook Fishermen’s Association

"I began seeing Jenny for 5 Element acupuncture in February 2003. For a large part of my life I have struggled with immune deficiencies due to some longterm health problems. The most recent was having Lyme disease twice.

I’ve tried a lot of different treatments. They would help me to a certain point, but I was still getting sick a lot and feeling rundown. Since seeing Jenny, I have not been sick in over a year. The combination of the 5 Element acupuncture and Chinese herbs that she gave me has helped boost my immune system and build up my energy. It has made a huge difference in my life."

Jennifer Stratton
Artist and musician