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Over 40 Years Acupuncture Experience
Addiction / Swollen Lymph Nodes
"I originally came into A Way of Life Acupuncture seeking help with swollen lymph nodes and addiction to nicotine gum and diet coke. Since starting acupuncture, the more treatments I have had I have felt more relaxed and better overall. When I begin to feel stressed out, I visualize myself being in a relaxed state in your office which helps me to unwind. I definitely recommend A Way of Life Acupuncture to friends and family members as I am very satisfied with the quality of care."
~ Penelope, Ponte Vedra, Florida
Alternative to Prescription Medications
"I have had the most amazing results with acupuncture here at A Way Of Life Acupuncture. My goal is to lower the number of prescription medications and find alternative ways to approach my aches and pains. I am super happy that I found them as the doctors are very professional and extremely knowledgeable. I am getting results after 4 or 5 treatments. I am also sleeping better which is a real bonus."
~Robin Chapman
Ankle Issues / Carcinoid Tumors
"I started acupuncture to help with carcinoid tumors and issues with my ankles. Since having acupuncture, I have a feeling of wellness and smoothness leading to relaxation and cessation of ankle pain. I continue referring friends and family to A Way of Life Acupuncture as I have been very satisfied with the quality of care."
~ Carolee Bertisch, Ponte Vedra, Florida
Ankle Pain
"My ankles were hurting so bad that the pain would make me use a walker every other week. I had five acupuncture treatments, I have not needed my walker. I was really skeptical of acupuncture but my wife convinced me to go, glad I went. I have been extremely satisfied with the results, I would encourage anyone to see Dr. Christine. I am extremely happy with my experience."
~ Ernest Boada
Ankylosing Spondylitis
"I suffer from ankylosing spondylitis which causes severe pain in the spine and neck. I just started receiving acupuncture and have been finally getting some pain relief. I definitely plan to continue in order to get more relief. After a treatment, I am less stiff and the pain is greatly improved. I definitely plan to refer people to Dr. Christine for acupuncture. I am very happy I found A Way of Life Acupuncture. My only regret is that I waited so long. Dr. Yastrzemski is very skilled and knowledgeable in her field. The acupuncture table is very comfortable, even for someone with back problems. The procedure is pain-free and the 45-minutes you are there are extremely relaxing. I fell asleep and did not want my time to be up."
~ Cindi Glennan, Jacksonville, Florida
Anxiety / Stress / Depression / Sleep Issues
"I decided to try Acupuncture to help with anxiety, depression, sleep issues, and immune system support. The Covid pandemic is extremely stressful and I wanted to give my immune system a boost to help protect me. I feel very relaxed after my sessions and confident there’s a cumulative effect. The doctor explains and discusses everything in detail. She always asks if I have any new concerns before my session. I was nervous it would be painful but the needles barely pinch. The facility is so clean and beautifully decorated. I haven’t been to many spas but this feels like one."
~ Sophia H
Arm Pain / Lower Back Pain / Stress
"I have been going to A Way of Life Acupuncture for several years. I first went there to treat pain in my left arm that was caused by an injury. After that, I went for my lower back pain, and to relieve stress. I found Dr. Christine to be very knowledgeable. She took the time to understand the condition and to make sure she knew where it was located. She also was willing to take time to answer questions. She has even taken time in between appointments to answer questions. I found Dr. Christine and her staff to be courteous and pleasant. The acupuncture treatments I have received have worked, so if you are looking for an alternative treatment, I suggest you give A Way of Life Acupuncture a call to see if they can help you."
~Lee
Arthritis / Wrist Pain
" I came to A Way of Life to boost my recovery and angst from wrist surgery and physical therapy, I knew acupuncture would be effective. Arthritis is in many of my joints. No longer am I in need of NSAIDs. The pain and discomfort are gone, and my hand is functioning well. If necessary, I'll be back for tune-ups and rebalancing. Highly satisfied with the compassionate, skillful, and effective treatments from the doctors! A Way Of Life has the loveliest healing treatment rooms. I've seen many acupuncturists over the decades and these doctors are the best. I'll return for seasonal tune-ups and recommend A Way of Life Acupuncture."
~ Connie
Back Pain
"I was having back pain. The acupuncturists are great. I feel some relief from my first session. Very satisfied with the care and professionalism. Continue your great service and care."
~ Charles Logalbo
Back Pain / Knee Pain
"I was in a work-related accident 7 years ago. After two years of physical therapy, arthroscopy on both knees, and treatments for my back, the doctor said 'you are the best that you will ever get and you must learn to live with it.' After roughly 5 years of 'dealing with the pain' and multiple prescriptions, I woke up one day in November 2009 with more pain than I had on the day of the accident. After being bedridden for a week, I figured anything is better than what I have been doing. I was referred to Dr. Christine at A Way of Life Acupuncture by a long-time friend. After my first treatment with Dr. Christine, I was not only out of bed, I was back to my favorite pastime, bowling. It was the best decision to date that I have made for the frequent major pains in my back and knees. I wish that I had the time to get acupuncture more frequently. If I let too much time between appointments, the pain gets bad enough to put me down for days at a time. When that happens, I schedule an appointment with Dr. Christine, and not only is the therapy very relaxing, but it also takes my pain level to almost zero. Every visit reminds me that I should be going more frequently, but even if I cannot, acupuncture still takes the pain away in a single treatment. I refer everyone I know to A Way of Life Acupuncture. Unfortunately, many of my friends are not believers yet. One day they will be in need of alternative treatment and they will see that acupuncture will work for them. Dr. Christine asks questions, listens to your problems, and with a spin of a needle or placing a needle in different places, she will make the pain go away. I have never been to another acupuncture because Dr. Christine has always listened to my problems, fixed the issues, and never given me any grief. I will continue to visit A Way of Life Acupuncture as long as my problems persist. I know they will take care of me with a smile on their face. Thank you, Dr. Christine, and see you soon."
~ Brian M. Archie, Jacksonville, Florida
Back Pain / Stomach Pain
“I cannot say enough good things about acupuncture and this office. The office was beautiful and relaxing. The tables were more comfortable than my own mattress with memory foam. I was bundled up in pillows and blankets to be the most comfortable. I felt instant relief from my stomach and lower back pain. It's amazing truly.”
~ Lisa Paryani
Back Pain in Lower Back
“The treatments I received at A Way of Life Acupuncture for my lower back pain were very successful and I was able to resume normal activities within a few days. I’ve been treated by several other acupuncturists in the Washington DC area in the past – including a physician - so I knew that acupuncture could be helpful to me when I wrenched my back last winter. However, I must say that Dr. Christine’s treatments were by far the most effective of any I’ve had before. Some people just have a healing touch and Dr. Christine is certainly one of those people. The time she takes to understand the nuances of each ailment before treatment and also the peaceful and relaxing atmosphere at A Way of Life combined make her treatments highly effective. I am 100% satisfied with my treatments and continue to recommend friends and family to Dr. Christine for treatments.”
~ P. Mallard, Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida
Back Pain in Lower Back / Stress
"I have been coming for two weeks now for acupuncture. My overall body is feeling better and I get less stressed at work and in traffic. The doctors are so caring and knowledgeable and take the time to explain treatments. I am very impressed so far with everything. I have had acupuncture many times, but it was not a nice environment like this. The place is lovely, clean, and cozy. They really make me feel like they care about my condition and want me to get better. I purchased the strongest pain relief cream. It is so smooth and I love the smell. Today I had a very painful lower back after house cleaning and vacuuming. I applied ice, without much relief. I applied the cream and I have relief now. I highly recommend A Way of Life."
~ Carol C
Back Pain in Lower Back / Stress / Injury
"I have been going to A Way of Life Acupuncture for several years. I first went there to treat pain in my left arm that was caused by an injury. After that, I went for my lower back pain, and to relieve stress. I found Dr. Christine to be very knowledgeable. She took the time to understand the condition and to make sure she knew where it was located. She also was willing to take time to answer questions. She has even taken time in between appointments to answer questions. I found Dr. Christine and her staff to be courteous and pleasant. The acupuncture treatments I have received have worked, so if you are looking for an alternative treatment, I suggest you give A Way of Life Acupuncture a call to see if they can help you."
~Lee Mapes
Bell's Palsy
"I can now feel the left side of my face, my smile is returning to normal, and starting to feel like myself again. The overall level of satisfaction and my level of care has been great, and I feel comfortable referring friends and family members encouraging them to visit A Way Of Life."
~ Marie Sharpe
Cancer Therapy
"My husband had cancer. The acupuncture that my husband received from A Way of Life was a game-changer on his quality of life after he started chemo. It helped with his stress, pain, nausea, and provided him peace. He loved the whole team at A Way of Life and their support. My husband felt like a part of the A Way of Life Family. They were very thoughtful and considerate at every appointment. They went out of their way to accommodate him when he wasn't feeling well or his chemo schedule changed. I really can't say enough good things about the level of care and service he received. Thank you for all you did for Jim! I have already referred to so many family and friends to Dr. Christine."
~ Anne Borngesser
Cancer Therapy / Anxiety / Stress / Stage 4 Metastatic Breast Cancer
"The Physician Assistant at my Oncologist’s office referred me due to my diagnosis and request to seek supplemental therapies. My Oncologist is totally supportive of Acupuncture as complementary care to my cancer treatment. My acupuncture sessions help to relieve bone pain, anxiety, depression, and stress and support strengthening my immune system while facilitating overall well-being related to living with Stage IV metastatic breast cancer. I’m extremely satisfied with the doctors knowledge of treating cancer patients. They thoroughly explain how, in addition to easing bone pain and fostering relaxation, sessions focus on energy flow to kidneys and liver for blood purification from medications and toxins. The spa-like ambiance is aesthetically pleasing and the entire facility is spotless. I feel totally safe and comfortable. The only downside is having to awake and drive back home after such a relaxing experience!"
~ Laurel H. Mandarin
Cancer Therapy / Nausea / Anxiety / Blood Count
“The doctors are amazing, they take the time to really listen to you. Our 14 y.o. son is receiving proton radiation treatment and chemotherapy. He is experiencing severe nausea and anxiety. The doctors are helping him to feel significantly better. His hair is hurting him as it’s falling out, his throat is hurting, Acupuncture he is feeling significantly better. As the chemotherapy is hard on his bone marrow before we started the Acupuncture, the Complete blood count was dropping, just after 2 weeks of Acupuncture, his numbers stabilized and even got slightly better. We are very grateful. The office is very understanding of our difficult situation and helped us in any way that they could. We are very grateful. Thank you.”
~ Janko Taliga
Chest Pain / Head Cold
“Dr. Christine is fabulous. I was having horrible chest pains and thought it was heartburn. I spent a ton at Mayo to find out I was fine so my next stop was Dr. Christine. She had me feeling better immediately and back to normal after two visits. I continued to see her for maintenance but also sought her treatment on other issues, and she could always help. She was also able to help flush out a horrible head cold enough for me to get on a plane without my head feeling like it would explode so I didn't have to cancel a planned trip with a first-time flyer. I swear by acupuncture because of Dr. Christine. Seriously amazing.”
~ Ashley Ruffead
Chiari Malformation with Syrinx / Migraines / Menstrual Issues
"Chiari Malformation with Syrinx is a fluid cyst on the spinal cord caused by crowding at the base of my skull. The neurosurgeon said cranial decompression surgery was my only option. I decided to try acupuncture. Since receiving acupuncture treatments with Dr. Christine at A Way of Life Acupuncture, I have avoided the cranial decompression surgery and reduced the pressure on the spine, and eradicated the fluid cyst. Within 6 months the cyst was smaller in size and by 1 year, the cyst was completely gone. My neurosurgeon said there is no other case of the cyst going away without surgery. (I have 2 MRIs that prove a complete reduction of the spinal cyst.) Prior to starting acupuncture, I also suffered severe migraines, extreme menstrual cramps, headaches, and vomiting before and during menstruation. I have far less frequent migraines with regular stress management treatments. When I do have an active migraine, Dr. Christine is able to resolve the migraine that prior trips to the ER could not resolve. Dr. Christine has also helped to alleviate the various menstrual issues. I am very satisfied with my treatments with Dr. Christine and refer friends and family to see her."
~ Hollie McKitrick
Children's Wellness
"I started coming to A Way of Life Acupuncture for my children's overall wellness. We do not want to raise our children on antibiotics and turn to Traditional Chinese Medicine to help. My son’s ear infections started around 9 months old and gradually shifted to recurring tonsillitis around the ages of 3-4 years. Due to continuous infections, we opted for a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy just before his 5th birthday. I could not understand what was happening. I thought I was doing everything to promote health and wellness for my family...great nutrition, breastfeeding, vitamins, herbs...yet something was still out of balance for him. Thankfully, we discovered Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) two years ago. He wasn’t quite ready for acupuncture needles at age 5, but there are many components to Chinese Medicine that can help children until they are ready for acupuncture. Dr. Christine is excellent with children and able to introduce children to acupuncture and TCM in a very non-intrusive, gentle manner. A few months ago, my children crossed over into full-blown acupuncture treatments because Dr. Christine has done such a fabulous job introducing it to them and making them feel safe. Now, my almost 7-year-old and 5-year-old talk about how many needles they are going to get on our way to the session. Our 7-year-old hasn’t been on an antibiotic since we started Chinese Medicine two years ago, and our 5-year-old has never been on one...we hope to keep it that way and plan on sticking with it. I encourage you to give it a try and experience the many benefits it has given our family."
~ Anita Nall Richesson
Olympic Triple Medalist, Founder of PhenomeNALL Nutrition
Former Nutrition Consultant for the Jacksonville Jaguars
Chronic Arthritis
"This was my first visit to an acupuncturist. I had heard it was a helpful treatment for chronic arthritis. The doctor was so kind and explained each of the treatment options and a health plan to fit my needs. There was no pain from the needles, and I honestly felt better when I left. They did not pressure me to add more treatments than were necessary or to buy products. This was my first visit, but it will not be my last. I am very happy to find a place like this, with very knowledgeable and caring personnel."
~ Susan Fronhe
Chronic Lower Back Pain
"My range of motion improves after my visits and this allows me to contribute more physically to my own life which is tremendous! I'm incredibly satisfied and grateful. All my experiences have been wonderful; I can't think of anything that could make it better because I've not felt like anything was lacking. A Way of Life Acupuncture has truly been a gift to not just my physical ailments but also to my mental well-being in the simple way they truly care about my pain, the possible causes, the possible solutions, and the gentle, caring hands and heart they use to help heal. I've been suffering from chronic lower back pain for years and feel like I've tried close to, if not everything to deal with it. With getting no real length of peace and comfort from physical therapy, injections, ablations, etc., I decided to give acupuncture a try. The emotional relief I experienced just from feeling my body respond, almost electrically, to the areas of treatment was quite overwhelming. I say emotional because after years of nothing helps, I could literally feel my problem areas reacting/responding to the points that were being worked on during my first visit and it was like a weight being lifted off of my soul. To feel for years that I was too young "ish" and healthy "ish" to feel almost incapacitated doing the simplest things like daily chores or playing with my dogs, was taking more of a toll on my psyche than I realized. I can say that I've noticed positive physical results from my visits and have expressed my happy praises to those closest to me that have watched me suffer as well as anyone that has mentioned any type of chronic problems they have. Their environment is calming and relaxing and the staff I've encountered have been wonderful! I'll continue this path as much as possible and for as long as possible and I strongly suggest that anyone needing any type of healing also give this a try."
~ MJ Jax
Chronic Pain
“I visited Way of Life Acupuncture to find relief from an injury that I sustained in 2009. It has been a chronic injury ever since. With virtually no relief from western medicine other than anti-inflammation pills and pain killers, I was ready for an alternative approach. After watching a friend overuse pain killers for a similar injury and die prematurely from complications, I believe there is a lack of follow-up or concern with western medicine in general. Going to a national board-certified professional like Dr. Christine for acupuncture, you receive a wealth of knowledge and options at her fingertips. The results are incredible, and just as another patient stated, the benefits extend beyond the physical also enhance mental harmony. With an increased energy level and on a full activity level, I am very pleased to endorse the effectiveness of these treatments. Lastly, Dr. Christine follows your progress closely, and will actually answer your questions in depth well beyond regular medical practices where patients leave with a handful of prescriptions and unanswered questions. Way of Life is committed to this healing process and is passionate about it on a personal level which shows in her success with happy patients. I have referred friends and family to her. I give her an “A+ Satisfaction" rating and A Way of Life Acupuncture is a premier opportunity for local residents.”
~ Eric Ernstrom, PVB
Cough / Sinus Issues / Overall Well-Being
"I came to A Way of Life Acupuncture suffering from a horrible cough, difficulty breathing, and sinus congestion. I was looking to improve my overall health and strengthen my immune system. Since having acupuncture, I am completely better. I am not coughing, have minimal congestion, and have no difficulty breathing. I feel like my normal self and no longer need to stay in bed. I am able to care for my young children without difficulty. I am very satisfied with the care received at A Way of Life Acupuncture. I definitely recommend Dr. Christine to my friends and family."
~ Laurie, Ponte Vedra, Florida