Dr.  Constance Gehring

Testimonials


Sinuses - #001
Dear Dr. Gehring:
 
I would just like to take a moment to say a huge THANK YOU!  Prior to my first treatment with you I had been plagued with continuous sinus infection and various and sundry other debilitating illnesses.  After only a few short visits, not only have I noticed decreased issues with my fibromyalgia, energy levels and overall general well being, but for the first time in too many years to even count I can actually BREATHE!!!!  I no longer have any issues with my sinuses, I can smell (which I don't even remember how long it has been since I could smell anything!) and I sleep through the night as I am not continuously waking to take a drink of water due to the horrible snoring in my sleep!  I have lived with the issues with my sinuses for so long I had completely forgotten what it was like to NOT have a sinus infection!  I have spent years on antibiotics, even did a 'long term' antibiotic trial in an effort to alleviate the problems.....all to no avail.  I cannot even begin to verbalize how liberating it feels NOT to have ANY issues at all now.
 
Your treatments have been so significant in my life and made such a huge difference that as we continue I just want more and more, because with each treatment I notice something new that "feels better" than it has in many years.  I am deeply grateful and look forward to continuing this journey with you to better health.  I know I could never have reached this point without your caring expertise.
 
Gratefully in love and light,
Deb Evans-Guillen

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Tennis Elbow (Carpal Tunnel Syndrome) - #002

"I was experiencing an acute case of tennis elbow in my right arm from hours and hours of repetitive movements in the kitchen — cleaning a large bag of our famous New Mexican green chiles. Since tennis elbow is a condition which responds well to acupuncture, I asked a friend who is an acupuncturist to recommended a doctor from the list of practitioners on the list of providers covered by my health insurance — and she recommended Dr. Gehring."

"My case turned out to be a little more complicated than a simple case of right-armed tennis elbow — I was also mysteriously experiencing pain in my left arm. With Dr. Gehring's additional expertise in the medicinal art of Kinesthesiology, she was able to determine that my tennis elbow was not immediately responding to treatment because I was also in the throes of an intestinal parasite infestation which needed to be cleared first. This is why I was also having symptoms in my left arm — on the large intestine meridian acupuncture points."

"As soon as the parasites were cleared from my large intestines, the tennis elbow symptoms in both arms immediately responded to the acupuncture treatment."

"I found Dr. Gehring to be a knowledgeable, kind, caring health care provider."

K.S. Albuquerque, NM

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Chronic Pain in Feet and Legs - #003

"Remember the ad on TV how do you spell relief? For me it has been acupuncture. I have tried many things. In 2002 I went to Mayo Clinic and was tld that nothing could be done for peripheral neuropathy. I begin taking Neurontin and the pain in my feet was so terrible that I could only walk a short distance and standing was next to impossible. Willing to try anything to stop the pain I tired a new (to me) surgery in both feet and legs. It did help but still the pain has continued."

"Hearing great things about how acupuncture has helped other people with different problems I decided to try it for my feet and it has helped!! I can walk without the terrible burning pain for a much greater distance."

"Knowing that the pain will never completely go away I am ever so thankful for the relief I have gotten from acupuncture and for the professional care given to me by Dr. Gehring."

The Reverend Patricia Kirk, Albuquerque, NM

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Emotional Trauma and Back Pain/Migraines - #004

"I suffered severe emotional trauma last year due to a sudden divorce and finally had to come to terms with some ongoing health issues that seemed to totally overwhelm me under the additional pressure I was encountering as a single working mother close to 50 years old."

"I am normally healthy but the circumstances were too much to handle and I got migraines, menstrual issues, lower back pain, and just felt depleted and unable to cope. I also was trying to process a lot of grief and loss."

"Dr. Gehring treated me as a whole person from the very beginning, directly treating my symptoms, but also working with visualizations and other healing modes to revitalize me spiritually and physically. After one key session I was able to release a whole lot of loss which was making my heart actually ache and I felt incredible release and relief."

"I have found Dr. Gehring to be patient, highly intuitive and very effective as a healer."

Ann Rafferty, Santa Fe, NM

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Back Pain - #005

"Dr. Gehring's expertise was the only thing that helped my back pain when nothing else was working. I've felt healthier and pain free for over a year thanks to her help."

Graham Bass, Albuquerque, NM

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Severe Migraines - #006

"I have had migraine headaches for as long as I can remember. Many times over the years I have had incapacitating migraines causing me to miss work, family gatherings, social events, etc."

"Over the course of about 25 years I was treated by various types of doctors, tried all the traditional medicine available for migraines along with all the other balms, herbs, supplements, etc., that tout migraine relief. After taking multiple medications to prevent migraines I was growing weary of the ineffectiveness of the medication and the potential of liver damage."

"After years of little relief, and never finding a root cause, I decided to try acupuncture hoping it would be a more effective, safer alternative to Western medicine. I met Dr. Gehring at an acupuncture demonstration at Wild Oats and immediately started acupuncture. I could see noticeable improvement after a few weeks and gradually decreased the medication I was taking."

"After four months, I had stopped all medication and my migraines were less frequent, less severe, and shorter lasting.

"Dr. Gehring is always knowledgeable and patient with my questions about the different types of treatments she performs."

"I have been very happy with Dr. Gehring and wish I had tried this alternative many years ago."

P.B., Albuquerque, NM

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Trauma/Anxiety - #007

"I was recommended to Dr. Constance Gehring by a very close friend who went to her for his smoking addiction. He praised her highly and suggested that I go to her for help with my pain and emotional trauma due to a recent automobile accident."

"I have had several treatments by Dr. Gehring and she has done wonders in helping to relieve my pain as well as my anxiety."

Shlomit K., Albuquerque, NM

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*THE REAL DEAL*  #008

Dr. Gehring was recommended to me by my Neurosurgeon, Dr. M. Li.  I have severe back pain and acupuncture was the recommended treatment. It worked! I have not been this pain free for many years.   Dr. Gehring is highly skilled in other extremely beneficial pain relief treatments, acupuncture is the one people are most familiar with.

In addition, Dr. Gehring has addressed many other problems where traditional medicine has not been successful.  ie:  Chronic fatigue syndrome, intestinal problems and diet, urinary tract problems, dry skin,  and she has improved my overall energy levels and health, as well as reducing pain.

I would highly recommend Dr. Gehring to anyone looking to improve the quality of their life.

N. Leja
Nogal, NM

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Enthusiasm for Life #009

My name is Yolanda Smelser and I would like to tell you how I have received relief from back pain.

About a year and three months ago I was in severe pain from spinal stenosis and spondlythesis.  I was at work one day and bent down to pick something up and was unable to stand back up.  I had been seeing a spinal specialist who recommended back surgery.  He stated that it was a drastic measure but that when I couldn't stand the pain I would have no other choice.  At that time I was unable to move without severe pain.  I had to use a cane or crutches and was unable to stand erect.  I had lost my enthusiasm for living and found everyday tasks impossible to perform.  I couldn't turn over in bed without help.  Using the bathroom without assistance was impossible.  Bathing and showering were grueling experiences.  I am a woman in my fifties in otherwise good health, and I could not see myself living like this for the rest of my life.  I did see a pain specialist who treated me with epidurals, which did help.  But, you can only receive the injections three times a year, and they would wear off rather quickly.  At that time my daughter recommended acupuncture, since she had heard many people get relief from pain.  She was able to contact Dr. Constance Gehring and I began seeing her on a weekly basis.  That was approximately seven months ago.  I have gotten such relief from the back pain and sciatica that I am no longer on an anti depressant or pain medication.  I rarely have to take Advil or Motrin.  I believe without her treatment I would have been forced to have surgery.  I have become such an advocate of acupuncture that I have asked for help with other health issues as well.  I suffer from chronic allergies and asthma and I believe that my overall health has improved.  I will continue to seek help for my pain issues and believe that I will have continued success with Dr. Gehring's help.

At present I am walking upright and am able to move about with a minimum of pain.  I will be forever grateful for this relief.  Thank you Dr. Gehring.

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Traditional Chinese Medicine Five Element Correspondences
  • The kidneys belong to Winter. During the winter months the kidney energy is at its most vulnerable... but winter is also the time when the kidney energy is most easily and profoundly influenced. The emotion of the kidneys is fear. The kidneys rule the teeth, bones, marrow, and nerves.
  • The Spring is the season of the liver. The emotion of the liver is anger, frustration. The element associated with the liver is wood. The health of the liver manifests in the nails.
  • The heart belongs to Summer. Its color is red and it dominates the blood and vessels.The emotion associated with the heart is joy.
  • Late Summer is the season of the spleen. Its element is earth and its color is yellow.The emotion of the spleen is anxiety, pensiveness.
  • In the Fall, the constitutional type of Lung predominates. The lungs are associated with metal. They rule over the skin and mucous membranes.The emotion for the lungs is sorrow or grief.