Pain Is An Extremely Common Problem
One in 5 Australians aged 45 and over are living with persistent, ongoing pain. This pain is often disabling and stressful, leading to an inability to work and enjoy life to their potential.
All of us have experienced pain at some point in our lives, it’s a part of being human, living and learning. Only when the severity of pain becomes ongoing or unbearable, it becomes a real problem and we begin to focus more on it. Pain may range from initially distracting, to becoming ongoing and debilitating in nature. No one likes having pain and the impact can be devastating if not dealt with in an appropriate manner.
How People Respond To Pain Matters
When it comes to pain, people respond in various ways-some are highly sensitive to the minute details and others are oblivious or ‘push on’ until an event comes along that ‘breaks the camel’s back’. We see people present to our clinic with different behaviours:
The Proactive Approach
People who act quickly when injured or pain develops and reach out to healthcare professionals like us for assistance. This group consists of highly sensitive types and also past clients of ours-they have been down the path of pain before, know how bad it can get and are also keen to get back to their ideal lifestyle ASAP.
Proactively dealing with pain means:
- The problem is easier to diagnose and provides a more accurate prognosis for recovery
- Respond faster and more positively to treatment
- Require less treatment frequency and duration
- Are far less likely to develop chronic pain with associated healthcare complications
- Get back to their ideal lifestyle with a higher quality of life
The Wait And See Approach
These are the people who hope that the pain will get better on it’s own with a bit of rest, or are possibly relying on our good friend Dr Google to fix their issue. Sometimes these people have actually been taking action by seeking help from healthcare professionals but haven’t found the right fit for their situation yet and persist with this non-productive approach even when they aren’t seeing progress.
Unless both the symptoms and underlying factors are addressed appropriately, we know that time and time again, pain gets worse over time.
Slow actions takers typically:
- Present with multiple healthcare complaints which have developed in relation to each other, taking prescribed medication which means that it is more difficult to diagnose exactly what is causing symptoms and clearly advise prognosis
- Take longer to respond to treatment
- Need more treatment frequency and duration to get back on track
- Are much more likely to develop chronic pain and associated healthcare complications
- Reach out for help when they can’t handle the pain anymore-they are debilitated by pain which leads to an inability to work to potential, sleep soundly throughout the night, are constantly tired, emotionally stressed and anxious, typically develop headaches or digestive issues and feel like nothing is getting better.
- Responds better when they start to take action and engage in effective treatments that a healthcare professional can provide.
Both of these groups ultimately want to get back to their former lifestyle-whether it be enjoying working to their full potential, having the headspace to enjoy an active social life or relationship with their wife/husband/family or getting back to their sporting hobbies. Taking appropriate action is essential to resolve pain and get back on track.
Types Of Pain That We Treat
Through in-depth diagnosis of symptoms and underlying causative factors and utilising evidence based treatment methods, we regularly treat a wide range of painful conditions to help people get back on track with their ideal lifestyles.
Some of the types of pain that we treat are:
Impact: may have multiple causes ranging from mild to severe in nature and be debilitating, shooting and burning in nature. May also be associated with pins/needles and numbness or decreased strength in the affected area. If left untreated, may lead to nerve damage including long-term pain and also decrease in the ability to feel and move parts of the body.
Our Approach: identify the cause of nerve compression/damage that is causing nerve pain and address this with combinations of Acupuncture/Electrical Stimulation to relieve pain fast, stimulate the healing process and give appropriate lifestyle advice to ensure that nerve pain doesn’t relapse.
Impact: nagging, aching and throbbing pain that often causes both an inability to open the mouth fully to eat or talk and associated with tension headaches and stress/anxiety. If left untreated, can lead to ongoing debilitation and impact on overall health.
Our Approach: identity whether the pain is due to trauma or internal nervous tension, treat the face/jaw to reduce inflammation and pain with combinations of Acupuncture/manual release techniques. Finally address underlying factors with lifestyle changes or Herbal Medicines to ensure that the pain doesn’t return.
Impact: repetitive and debilitating due to the intensity of pain and associated nausea, light/sound sensitivity, visual disturbance, insomnia and fatigue. If left untreated it will persist and often leads to more frequent and severe migraines.
Our Approach: identify the causative factor(s) and apply treatment of Acupuncture, Cupping Therapy, Deep Tissue Muscle Release Therapy and Herbal Medicine to reduce both the severity and frequency of headache/migraine. In combination with these therapies, lifestyle advice is provided to prevent the relapse of this condition.
Impact: aching, constant pain that typically affects the ability to use the entire arm which has a significant impact on quality of life. If left untreated, it may lead to inflammation of neighbouring tissues and further health issues.
Our Approach: identify the causative factor(s) and apply treatment of Acupuncture, Electrical Stimulation, Cupping Therapy and Deep Tissue Muscle Release Therapy to reduce the severity of shoulder pain and improve range of movement. Once pain is stabilised, specific exercises and lifestyle advice are prescribed to prevent relapse of the condition.
Impact: pain can range from a muscle aching to a shooting, burning or stabbing sensation. In addition, the pain may radiate down the leg or worsen with bending, twisting, lifting, standing or walking. If left untreated may lead to decreased physical capacity, weight gain and further health complaints.
Our Approach: identify the causative factor(s) and apply treatment of Acupuncture, Electrical Stimulation, Cupping Therapy and Deep Tissue Muscle Release Therapy to reduce the severity of back pain and improve physical capacity. Once pain is stabilised, specific exercises and lifestyle advice are prescribed to prevent relapse of the condition.
Impact: due to spinal nerve compression is typically one-sided, involves inflammation, shooting, electric-like pain and often pins and needles and numbness in the affected leg. If left untreated may lead to nerve damage including chronic pain, numbness and decreased physical strength in the affected leg.
Our Approach: identify where the nerve is compressed and apply treatment of Acupuncture, Electrical Stimulation, Cupping Therapy and Deep Tissue Muscle Release Therapy to reduce the compression of the sciatic nerve and return normal nerve function to resolve sciatica symptoms. Once sciatica is stabilised, specific exercises and lifestyle advice are prescribed to prevent relapse of the condition.
Impact: pain may be shooting, aching or burning in nature and affect the inside/outside regions of the hip joint. Due to the location may lead to difficulty getting comfortable sleeping and also decrease physical capacity to sit or stand and walk. If left untreated may lead to altered gait and further back/leg issues.
Our Approach: identify the nature of hip pain and apply treatment of Acupuncture, Electrical Stimulation, Cupping Therapy and Deep Tissue Muscle Release Therapy to reduce inflammation and hip pain to restore physical capacity. Once hip pain is stabilised, specific exercises and lifestyle advice are prescribed to prevent relapse of the condition.
Impact: often involves decreased range of motion, leads to tension headache and an inability to focus on tasks. If left untreated may lead to osteoarthritis, chronic pain and even nerve pain in the arm.
Our Approach: address neck pain with combinations of Acupuncture and deep tissue muscle release techniques to provide fast relief and then address the underlying factors such as posture with lifestyle and exercise advice to ensure that neck pain is dealt with both promptly and in a manner to ensure that it doesn’t come back.
Impact: incredibly common and can range from monthly to constant cramping, aching pain that can be severe and debilitating in nature. Commonly associated with emotional distress, acne, abdominal bloating, breast tenderness, back pain and even medical conditions which may cause infertility.
Our Approach: identify the causative factor(s) of menstrual pain and apply treatment of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine to reduce both the severity and frequency of menstrual pain. In combination with these therapies, lifestyle advice is provided to prevent the relapse of this condition and improve overall quality of life.
Impact: when significant, may be extremely debilitating due to an inability to weight-bear and may be sharp, dull, numbing, tingling, burning, radiating, or aching in nature. If left untreated may lead to poor posture, gait and aggravation of other health issues..
Our Approach: address neck pain with combinations of acupuncture and deep tissue muscle release techniques to provide fast relief and then address the underlying factors such as ankle/foot posture with lifestyle and exercise advice to ensure that pain is dealt with both promptly and in a manner to ensure that it doesn’t come back.
Impact: chronic, continuous burning or throbbing pain, usually in the arm, leg, hand or foot that is typically more severe than what would be expected from the injury that caused it. Often associated with hypersensitivity to touch and cold, changes in skin colour, temperature, joint stiffness, muscular weakness and spasms leading to a decreased physical capacity. If left untreated, complex regional pain syndrome is a significant debilitating health condition leading to permanent nerve damage.
Our Approach: address chronic regional pain syndrome with combinations of Acupuncture, electro-Acupuncture and deep tissue muscle release techniques to provide relief and then address the underlying factors such as overall health and nervous system damage with lifestyle and exercise advice to achieve maximum ongoing pain relief.
Impact: causes pain all over the body, sleep problems, fatigue, hypersensitivity to pain and often emotional distress. Frequently associated with migraine, anxiety/depression, jaw pain, irritable bowel syndrome and chronic fatigue syndrome.
Our Approach: address fibromyalgia with combinations of Acupuncture, electro-Acupuncture and deep tissue muscle release techniques to provide relief and then address the underlying factors such as overall health and stress syndrome with lifestyle and exercise advice to achieve maximum ongoing pain relief.
Impact: can have a profound impact on a person’s quality of life and wellbeing due to acute and chronic pain, decreased physical capacity and associated mental health issues associated with management of the condition. If left untreated, will likely continue and get worse over time leading to increased pain and further reduced physical capacity.
Our Approach: reduce the severity of arthritis pain by reducing inflammation and swelling in the affected joints with combinations of Acupuncture and electro-Acupuncture to provide fast relief and then address the underlying factors such as joint instability with lifestyle and exercise advice to ensure that pain is dealt with both promptly and in a manner to ensure that it doesn’t relapse and further deteriorate over time.
Impact: recurrent, chronic burning pain in the centre of the chest that may be worse at night when trying to sleep leading to insomnia and cause difficulty swallowing, a sensation of a lump in the throat and is also associated with chronic laryngitis, asthma and sinus congestion. If left untreated, it may lead to more significant and permanent gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, gastro-oesophageal ulcers, bleeding and gastro-oesophageal cancer.
Our Approach: identify the causative factor(s) of reflux and apply treatment of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine to reduce both the severity and frequency of reflux pain. In combination with these therapies, lifestyle advice is provided to prevent the relapse of this condition and improve overall quality of life.
Impact: A chronic condition causing cramping abdominal pain, bloating, gas, and diarrhoea or constipation, or both which may be after every meal or otherwise aggravated by emotional stressors and lifestyle. If left untreated, it isn’t associated with serious medical complications but significantly impacts quality of life in the form of emotional stressors, decreased physical capacity and social life implications.
Our Approach: Identify the causative factor(s) of irritable bowel syndrome and apply treatment of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine to decrease underlying stress syndrome, improve gastro-intestinal system health and reduce both the severity and frequency of irritable bowel syndrome pain. In combination with these therapies, lifestyle advice is provided to prevent the relapse of this condition and improve overall quality of life.
Impact: Persistent debilitating pain that lasts for more than 3 months after surgery. Differs in location compared to pain prior to surgery and pain is typically stabbing, shooting and electric-like in nature. If not effectively dealt with, may lead to significantly decreased quality of life, decreased physical capacity and cognitive function and opioid overuse/addiction due to the debilitating pain.
Our Approach: Apply treatment of Acupuncture and electro-Acupuncture therapy to reduce the severity of post-surgical pain and improve physical and mental capacity. Once pain is stabilised, specific exercises and lifestyle advice are prescribed to prevent relapse of the condition.
Impact: Pain starts off intermittent and mild and develops gradually with repetitive movements until it becomes unbearable and constant pain which may be aching, stabbing and excruciating in nature. If left untreated, the condition only gets worse and may lead to other health complaints.
Our Approach: Address repetitive strain injury pain with combinations of Acupuncture and deep tissue muscle release techniques to provide fast relief and then address the underlying factors with lifestyle and exercise advice to ensure that pain is dealt with both promptly and in a manner to ensure that it doesn’t relapse.
The Nature Of Pain
Pain can range in nature from what we call acute pain which can indicate that you have been recently injured to chronic pain which is ongoing.
Acute Pain
Acute pain starts suddenly and when the injury heals, the pain stops. Pain from an acute injury is due to an increase in pressure from inflammation at the site of the injury which activates pain receptors responsible for the transmission of pain signals to the brain. This inflammation in local tissues leads to swelling that is seen as part of the body’s healing response.
Examples of acute pain are:
- Muscle strains
- Stiff neck from sleeping awkwardly
- Sprained ankle/wrist
- Bursitis
- Back pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic pain continues until after the injury has healed, lasting for weeks, months and even years. In this instance, the pain receptors which were activated by inflammation and raised local pressure from swelling during the acute injury continue to transmit signals to the brain that there is an injury.
Although not completely understood, It is thought that chronic pain is due to nerves that have become damaged and also a failure in the way that the brain ‘maps’ sensory information.
Chronic Pain and Quality Of Life
Chronic pain is inherently debilitating and over time leads to many other health complaints.
For instance, 2/3 of people with chronic pain report problems sleeping. The lack of sleep leads to a heightening of anxiety and a reduction in pain thresholds. This reduction in pain threshold results in the chronic pain being felt in a more severe manner than initially leading to even worse sleep quality and the situation develops into a frustrating, self-defeating cycle of pain and insomnia.
According to this systematic review, unrelieved, chronic pain causes significant stress on the body to the point that it can lead to:
- Anxiety/Depression
- Sleep Disorders
- Weight Gain
- Decreased capacity to exercise and self-manage pain
- An increased likelihood to smoke and drink alcohol
- Increased likelihood to suffer from heart and respiratory disease
- More types of chronic pain
Chronic pain is a financial burden to sufferers through their decreased ability to function for work and to receive medical treatment and an extreme emotional cost to the sufferer and their friends and family.
Examples of chronic pain include:
- Migraines which is the 3rd most common disease in the world
- Fibromyalgia with muscle pain
- Neuropathic Pain
- Post-surgical Pain
- Chronic Regional Pain Syndrome
Medications vs Natural Solutions For Pain Relief
Medications
Medications are often prescribed to assist with pain as a first-line treatment option, as they are convenient and fast to have an effect. Typically issues develop due to the short-lived effects of pain relief medication if they are effective and the side effects related to them. There are 2 classes of medications commonly prescribed for pain relief-Opioids and NSAIDs(Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatories).
Opioids
Despite this ease of use, only 23% of patients with chronic pain find pain-killer drugs, ‘Opiates’(Morphine, Endone, Tramadol etc) effective at reducing pain.
In a recent review, it was established that opioid medications at recommended doses were not effective for low back pain and with prolonged prescription of opioids, chronic back pain sufferers actually experience more back pain than if they hadn’t been taking opioid medication.
What’s worse, opioid medications are highly addictive leading to opiate abuse and depression which have become a common part of the pain equation and contributing to the epidemic of opioid addiction and deaths due to overdose which is significantly higher than that of heroin!
NSAIDs
NSAIDs are the most commonly used medications in the world and commonly prescribed as a first-line treatment for pain. NSAIDs are mostly used for the treatment of patients suffering from pain and inflammatory conditions such as chronic pain, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, postoperative surgical conditions, menstrual cramps and even used extensively as general pain relieving and reducing fever.
NSAIDs include commonly known medications such as paracetamol, ibuprofen, voltaren and Mobic.
In spite of this vast beneficial effect on pain and reducing fever, NSAIDs are well known for multiple severe side effects including:
- Causing gastrointestinal harm such as indigestion and stomach ulcers
- Cardiovascular disease and increased risk of acute heart attack even in healthy people
- Kidney damage causing sudden kidney failure and even progressive kidney damage
- Impairment of liver function due to toxicity
It’s for these reasons, that our clinic is passionate about providing natural solutions for pain relief.
Natural Solutions For Pain Relief
Natural therapies are highly attractive for the simple reason that they present very few adverse effects. In fact, research shows that some natural therapies are more effective than medications when it comes to reducing pain both in the short term and long-term.
Some of the ways we address pain relief in our clinic are through the following treatment therapies.
Massage Therapy
Massage therapy can be used to relieve stress and anxiety, help with pain, relax the muscles and assist with the healing of injuries.
It has been shown that massage therapy reduces cortisol levels (a stress inducing hormone), while increasing other hormones that have a positive effect on pain relief and wellbeing such as endorphins, dopamine and serotonin.
Cupping Therapy
Suction from cupping draws fluid into the treated area. This suction force expands and causes tiny blood vessels (capillaries) under the skin to dilate to improve circulation to the treated area. This has an effect to reduce muscular tension and swelling and inflammation locally by improving blood circulation. Your body treats the cupping area like an injury; It sends more blood cells to the area to stimulate the natural healing process which has an effect to reduce pain.
Although research is in it’s early stages for cupping therapy, so far it has been shown that cupping therapy is effective in treating chronic back pain and neck pain.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is well known for its effectiveness in the treatment of pain. Acupuncture has become popular around the world for its unique role in reducing the suffering in patients experiencing pain. There is now lots of thorough evidence supporting Acupuncture’s role in the treatment of specific painful conditions. For instance, in a recent systematic review involving 1077 participants with pain ranging from neck and back pain to carpal tunnel syndrome, to painful periods, it was found that Acupuncture was more effective in relieving pain than placebo or painkiller injections.
- Acupuncture stimulates sensory nerves where the needle is inserted that transmits a signal through to the spinal cord and results in deactivation of the pain centres in the brain.
- Acupuncture activates a number of the body’s own opioids (Endorphins and Enkephalins) and enhances the brain’s sensitivity to opioids in order to have an effect to reduce pain, modulate pain perception, regulate appetite and emotions
- Acupuncture also stimulates release and regulation of other biochemicals, including ATP, GABA and substance P in order to reduce pain and facilitate the healing process.
Have You Had Enough Of Pain?
When pain is severe and/or chronic and unbearable, natural treatments represent an effective and safe alternative with a long track record of successful use. At our clinic, our expert clinicians have extensive qualifications and experience in delivering best-practice, evidence-based treatments to combat pain of various severity and nature.
Once you have booked an appointment and arrived at our clinic, to get started, the process is simple:
- Initially, you will fill out a case history form to detail your broader medical history, current concerns and treatment goals
- Your practitioner will assess your medical history, ask specific questions and undertake clinical assessments where relevant in order to diagnose what is the cause of your current pain.
- Once the cause of the pain is understood, your practitioner will advise what can be achieved in your situation, what types of treatment and therapy you will need and how long it will take to relieve symptoms(pain) and address underlying factors so that you no longer experience this pain.
- Treatment can commence to relieve pain fast and get you started in the right direction.
If you are looking for assistance with pain, please call our friendly team on (02) 4709 6727 to learn more or book online now to secure an appointment time so that we can help you get started.
When my partner first came here he could hardly walk and on a ridiculous amount of pain killers. After only 7 sessions he is 100% better, taking less then a quarter of his medication and able to walk longer distances with little to no pain. We highly recommend the team at Evolution Medical, and our only regret is we did not find them sooner! Thank you Team Evolution Medical!!
I have had siatica for over 7 years, due to a work place injury.. Multiple surgery’s to my lower back and both hips. I found Andrew at Evolution to be outstanding with his work and has helped calm my nerves down, extremely clean and comfortable facility, Michelle and Jeannie are both more than happy to help with your situation to get you booked in ASAP. Good service. Highly recommend..
Totally recommend Evolution Medical Care you won't be disappointed. Easy to book in and always on time. Andrew and the team are friendly and knowledgeable.
I’ve been seeing David for a myriad of issues these past few weeks. I can tell David anything and he makes me feel comfortable to be open with him. David shared his wisdom and encourages changes in a non judgmental way. The reception staff are also very approachable and I feel very welcome every time I visit.
I have undergone acupuncture treatment from many doctors, but after just two sessions with Dr. Andrew, I got pregnant. I had been trying for four years. I believe God has given him some magic. Dr. Andrew, both as a person and as a doctor, has been so nice to me. He gave me space to vent out and share my feelings. All the best to Evolution! Highly recommended. Best Regards, Saniya !! 🙂
Have only been doing acupuncture here for 2 weeks for lower back pain and the pain has become almost non existent now. Would highly recommend trying it if you are experiencing any back or other kinds of pain!
The service provided at Evolution Medical care by Dr Andrew and his staff is nothing but first class. Their professionalism and understanding for their customers is second to none. Dr Andrew takes the time to understand the issues you are facing and makes you feel comfortable about the treatment being provided. I cannot recommend them highly enough.
This is a beautiful and clean practice. Every person I have encountered has always been approachable, empathetic and professional. I see Dr. Donna, who is an absolute gem! Her caring nature, wealth of knowledge, and professionalism is second to none. From my very first acupuncture treatment I experienced a marked improvement. I would recommend this practice to anyone in the Penrith region.
I just wanted to give 5 stars to Genie for her outstanding customer service, I have never come across an administrator / receptionist within the medical industry who listens with so much care and understanding, and who is willing to go above and beyond for the patients, just as much as the practitioners are. To me, it speaks to the whole atmosphere and quality of this practice. It has been my experience with any kind of medical practice that the admin is usually overloaded, busy, and stressed and doesn't give you the time of day. Genie on the other hand, would never let you know how busy or overwhelmed she is on any given day, and takes the time to not only listen, but follow up, address, and resolve any enquires or follow-up questions. Thank you so much for your help Genie, you're a star.
The whole team at Evolution Medical Care are professional, friendly and very knowledgeable - from the reception staff, to all the doctors. I have been going to see Dr Andrew for acupuncture treatment over several weeks now and would highly recommend. I have seen an improvement in my stress levels, sleeping habits and overall health and wellbeing.
Referred by a friend and care was outstanding. All staff are accommodating and friendly. Dr Andrew identified the issue during the first consultation, and his treatment got me to the start and finish lines of UTA50. Highly recommended.
I initially went to Dr David for my shoulder pain. In my surprise he was also able to address my chronic headaches & dizziness ( I was diagnosed with vestibular migraine for more than 5 yrs.). I had more relief from getting acupuncture regularly for a 1 yr from Dr David, than taking my prophylactic medications. He was also able to help me with insomnia, hormonal imbalance and other issues like my neck and lower back pain. I'm so grateful that I went to this clinic, and tried their treatment.
I am incredibly grateful for finding this place and Andrew. I cannot believe after 6 years and countless drs and physio appointments this treatment has me pain free. Occipital Neuralgia, burning headaches, brain fog, pain in neck, back and shoulders have been chronic. I feel like a different person after only 4 sessions. Thank you Andrew, I feel excited about life again.
Very professional, great ambience, Andrew and the staff are very welcoming highly recommended for any treatment.
I have been suffering from neck, back, and knee pain for the past 5 years, and tried many services for acupuncture but have had no remedy. I then sought treatment from Evolution Medical Care, and in the 4 sessions I have been treated by David Vo I have finally been treated correctly. I now feel 50% pain free and hope to feel 100% by the time my complete the treatment.
David is awesome . After having spinal surgery my muscles were always tight and stiff but with Davids guidance and knowledge i’m feeling better and able to do more activities.
Totally recommend this business and Dr Donna's commitment to caring, correct treatment and healing. I have experienced vertigo for over 18 months now. With treatment and suggestions to try when the symptoms appear, the vertigo has ceased.
I have been seeing Dr Donna for menopausal and other stress related symptoms and she is simply amazing. She is extremely knowledgeable, caring and goes above and beyond with her treatments. The entire team at Evolution are welcoming and supportive and I always look forward to my appointments. Highly recommend this clinic.
Rendered to Evolution and Dr David by my GP for an elbow injury. First time receiving acupuncture treatment. The entire staff are super friendly and helpful. Dr David is amazing!!
Dr.Andrew is amazing. He is very calm, patient, sympathetic and supportive.
I came down from Darwin for a funeral in a great deal of pain and returned to Darwin a week later with significantly reduced pain. Great service, great treatment!
I started seeing Dr Andrew for acupuncture treatment for my sciatica pain which had been bothering me for the past three months. I have taken 5 acupuncture sessions (twice weekly) so far with Dr Andrew and the results have been amazing! I am now a lot more flexible in mobility and have not taken any pain relief medication since I started treatment. (Previously I had a few sessions of physiotherapy but there was no improvement in pain relief). Dr Andrew patiently takes the time to listen, explain the diagnosis and treatment plan. The treatment and care provided by him is brilliant and I so look forward to every session of acupuncture. (I had pain relief after my very first session!) I am so impressed with my experience that I intend to continue maintenance sessions even after my treatment plan. Highly recommended.
It’s a very reliable place with friendly staffs from the reception to doctors. I am still visiting the place for my migraine, which was worse before but due to skilled doctors it’s reduced from 10 to 1. I am thankful to all the team members. I will recommend the place as a best place for the patient of migraines.
Very caring and pleasant experience- have already seen some good improvement- Andrew really is helpful, explains things and gets results
5 session of acupuncture with Adam and my tarsal tunnel syndrome (chronic ankle injury) that I’d been battling with for 3 years was completely healed. I couldn’t believe it. Definitely worth the money, completely changed my life. Thanks again legends!
I have been seeing Dr Andrew Romano for both Acupuncture and Remedial Massage to help with hip and planter fasciitis pain, after a few treatments I have noticed a great improvement. I highly recommend Dr Andrew, he has excellent knowledge and skills that are extremely rare to find today. He is also very caring and passionate about your health and well-being. I immediately feel a sense of calm when entering Evolution Medical Care, from the welcoming team to the cleanliness of the waiting area and treatment rooms. Thank you for your great service you provide.
Dr Andrew is great. Super professional, really helpful for pain management, would 100% recommend. Great customer service from reception staff too.
I've only started my acupuncture journey recently and already seeing so many changes. Dr Andrew has been amazing! Definitely recommend EvolutionMC.
I’ve had nothing short of amazing results in 4 weeks from Andrew treating me for Sciatica. Prior to seeing Andrew I had 2 months of Sciatica where I couldn’t go for walks or to the gym. It’s worth noting that I had tried other treatments including Physio for the problem without any noticeable results. Now I am back in the gym working with my PT (who Andrew knows & took the time to discuss my situation with). Between Andrew & the PT I am now working towards a permanent solution to my Sciatica. I also am back to bushwalking which is my favourite thing to do on weekends. I now recommend Andrew & Evolution to everyone I know. Matt, Faulconbridge.
The practitioners are professional fully capable and go above and beyond to help their clients. The practice is calming when you enter spotlessly clean and a safe place for all. Could not recommend this practice more for anyone seeking any treatment for an injury, pain or illness. I always feel amazing when I leave from an appointment and that’s what keeps me coming back.
First time experience with acapuncture. Pleasntly surprised. No pain but plenty og gain
Andrew has got me on the right path! As I’ve always struggled with my bulging disc & standing on my feet all day, Andrew listened & knew exactly what I needed! Acupuncture has been a big relief for me & now taking magnesium which I can’t live without already! Evolution Medical Care is worth 10 star ⭐️
The whole team at Evolution are fantastic! Have felt so much better since visiting!
Very happy with the care provided by Andrew and his staff to assist with relaxing and preparing me to give birth. Helpful for encouraging the calm mindset needed to kick start labour. Thank you!
Beautiful, caring team. Each time I attend the clinic, in Penrith, I feel so relaxed before my treatment and after 1000 times better. I was sick off going to my doctor for my arthritis pain and been told it's old age and given tablets for the pain. The acupuncture has worked wonders. I am now moving a lot more freely and not taking any pain meds. Can't thank the team enough. Also love the whole atmosphere, music and the quiet spoken team. Special thanks to Dr Andrew and Dr David.
Wonderful service, thoroughly recommend these guys for their attention to care and detail. Will be returning without hesitation
I went in feeling overwhelmed and went out feeling relaxed. I would definitely recommend accupuncture for people experiencing anxiety and tension. Much love. Dave.
The team at Evolution Medical Care are absolutely amazing. From the moment you enter the building they are welcoming. I have just started my treatment on my foot. I am confident that with Doctor Andrew's treatment, I will recover. Anyone with pain should see Doctor Andrew. You will never have regrets.
I have just started my treatment on my foot. My experience has been fantastic with Andrew. I am confident that with Andrew's care I will recover from my foot injury. Anyone with pain should definitely see Andrew and you will know that you are getting the best treatment. Thank you Andrew.
Such a zen experience. Andrew and the team are so supportive. Results for my general health has been wonderful.
Started going to Evolution 3 weeks ago for whiplash in neck, suffering extreme neck pain been getting acupuncture, so far I've had 4 session and getting amazing results in a short period of time , would highly recommend Evoltion to anyone, everyone is amazing, so polite and welcoming to your needs
Have recently commenced treatment at Evolution due to shoulder and neck tension and pain. Relief after first visit and improved sleep. Just had second treatment and pain free and improved movement. The staff are very friendly and helpful, thanks. Maggie
Dr Andrew has been amazing in treating me. I had some issues conceiving and it was great experience to get treated at Evolution Medical Care. Followed by a detailed consultation, I started my sessions. I definitely experienced a calm and relaxed feeling in my overall body. One year later and I am writing this post with my baby in my lap 🙂
Evolution have been an amazing discovery and have truly changed my wellbeing and quality of life in only a small space of time. Dr Kent is patient, understanding and knowledgeable and the clinic is welcoming, calm and a safe space for those needing help or understanding of their conditions. I have already reccomended them to friends and family!
When my partner first came here he could hardly walk and on a ridiculous amount of pain killers. After only 7 sessions he is 100% better, taking less then a quarter of his medication and able to walk longer distances with little to no pain. We highly recommend the team at Evolution Medical, and our only regret is we did not find them sooner! Thank you Team Evolution Medical!!
I have had siatica for over 7 years, due to a work place injury.. Multiple surgery’s to my lower back and both hips. I found Andrew at Evolution to be outstanding with his work and has helped calm my nerves down, extremely clean and comfortable facility, Michelle and Jeannie are both more than happy to help with your situation to get you booked in ASAP. Good service. Highly recommend..
Totally recommend Evolution Medical Care you won't be disappointed. Easy to book in and always on time. Andrew and the team are friendly and knowledgeable.
I’ve been seeing David for a myriad of issues these past few weeks. I can tell David anything and he makes me feel comfortable to be open with him. David shared his wisdom and encourages changes in a non judgmental way. The reception staff are also very approachable and I feel very welcome every time I visit.
I have undergone acupuncture treatment from many doctors, but after just two sessions with Dr. Andrew, I got pregnant. I had been trying for four years. I believe God has given him some magic. Dr. Andrew, both as a person and as a doctor, has been so nice to me. He gave me space to vent out and share my feelings. All the best to Evolution! Highly recommended. Best Regards, Saniya !! 🙂
Have only been doing acupuncture here for 2 weeks for lower back pain and the pain has become almost non existent now. Would highly recommend trying it if you are experiencing any back or other kinds of pain!
