Healing Stories
The following are first-person accounts that patients of Nan Lu Acupuncture, PLLC, and students of Tao of Healing have graciously submitted about their experiences.
Cancer
When I came to see Dr. Lu over a year ago, I was looking for answers. I had breast cancer and I wasn't comfortable with the way in which the doctors I was seeing treated me and my condition. Dr. Lu's approach to illness/disease made more sense to me. His approach gave me the tools I needed to feel confident in my ability to heal.
-Marilyn P.
For two years I experienced tingling in my face, and was told by all my
doctors that there was no reason for this. I learned that this was a
rare side effect of Temoxofin, which I took for five years, and decided
to see Dr. Nan Lu. Six months later, my symptoms have completely
subsided and I feel renewed! All of my friends and family have noticed
a complete change in my complexion and energy!
-Sally H.
"My father had a history of skin cancer due to sun damage and lost most of the inside and outside of his nose from the cancer and treatments. A close friend of mine has a facial scar from skin cancer surgery that extends down the entire side of his face. My dermatologist has recommended skin scraping, chemical peels and surgery for sun damage and cancer on my face and over the course of five years I have done all three. This is all to say that I have had direct experience with skin cancer and the Western approach to treating pre-cancerous and malignant skin cancer. Given that background it was distressing for me to discover the telltale signs of yet another eruption on my face next to the surgery scar from a year ago. This time, however, I have been a student and patient of Dr. Lu for the past year and have learned more about the nature of symptoms and wellness. I presented my current situation to Dr. Lu and through a combination of acupuncture, herbs, an ointment, journaling and medical qigong practice my face is now clear of this latest eruption. The process took three months. It was a very positive experience both in the healing process, my deeper understanding of self-healing and, of course, the end result. I am very grateful to Dr. Lu and the wonderful community of students and healers at The Tao of Healing and Nan Lu Acupuncture, LLP.
-Kia
General Healing
Dr. Lu caught me in the midst of a medical freefall--symptoms piling on top of symptoms, no answers and no results from mainstream doctors. He chipped away at them one by one, alleviating even childhood problems. It was truly a miracle. At the same time I learned to balance my emotions with the Qigong practice and to look at my problems in a different way. I still have setbacks, but I feel now that I have the tools to help myself. I am forever grateful.
-Barbara Z.
I am eternally grateful to Dr. Nan Lu who helped me to heal a number of conditions - Hashimoto's hypothyroidism, fibroids, cystic breasts, benign breast tumors, neck, back and knee pain, and low Qi-and transformed my life. He assisted me to discover the underlying root causes of my conditions and change my life style. He continues to teach me so much wisdom from Taoism, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Qigong and Medial Qigong. Two very important lessons have been to be aware of myself and my life from different angles and to be aware of the changes and let go, not be attached in the moment. With his caring for me as well as other patients, he has helped me to be more open, be flexible, learn more about my mind (thoughts and emotions), body and spirit, and be connected to energy in the universe, coming from my heart and unconditional love. That helps me to heal, be more balanced and continue to grow on my path on many levels of consciousness. Not only has this helped me to heal myself, but also to learn new ways to touch my clients and others in my life.
-Susan F.
After years of dependency on doctors, I now realize that my health is my responsibility. My health is in my hands. I have the power and ability to live a happier healthier life.
-Josh S.
Infertility
At a time when I felt discouraged and disillusioned by modern medicine
I found great peace at Tao of Healing. Master Nan Lu's treatment allowed
my body to rest and recover from years of stress and strain. After
acupuncture and herbs I conceived and am now the very proud parent of
the most amazing little girl that I call my Chi baby!!
-Lindley P.
LifeForce-Tao of Medical Qigong
"Since beginning the practice of Medical Qi Gong I have felt more of a direct connection to the universe and a clearer understanding of my blue print and destiny here on Earth. I am learning to do only those things that really serve my health and well-being. Life is more challenging in some ways. There is more crap coming at me, but I understand and feel my purpose with greater clarity and I can rest in the knowledge that I am doing what God calls me to do."
-Tracey B.
Pediatric Care
I began seeing Dr. Lu when I was eleven years old after seeing him help my mother who had been extremely ill. After a childhood plagued by constant strep throat infections and allergy attacks, the herbs he prescribed for me put an end to my suffering. Most of all, however, he gave me a way to treat my severe scoliosis which prevented me from having surgery on it. he Qigong exercises and meditation he taught me have been invaluable and now at nineteen years old my curve has stabilized. I am now attending college and am referred to by my friends as "the healthy one."
-Stephanie Z.
Prenatal Care
The reason I feel that TCM was so helpful throughout my pregnancy was the at each moment I always felt completely understood. I felt it empowered me to do what I felt was really natural in order to give birth to my beautiful, healthy children. Also I believe that my deliveries and recoveries were easier and quicker because of TCM."
-Jeanine C.
Wu Ming Qigong and other Tao of Healing Qigong Classes
Body Sculpting at the Tao of Healing is a wonderful way to tone up and keep your chi flowing. The Qigong exercises are fun and simple. After the first session I noticed an immediate boost in energy and tone strength. Sonny keeps class exciting with her surprise music mixes and it's a great group practice. This is a perfect companion class to the Dragon's Way!
-Rita, Brooklyn, NY
I had been an avid tennis player for over 15 years. There came a point where my arm, elbow, and wrist were so plagued by chronic pain that I could no longer enjoy the sport because I could not play at a level that challenged me due to the pain I would feel at the impact of the ball. I began Qigong soon after seeing Dr. Lu to receive acupuncture for that injury as well as for a general spiritual counseling session. I soon learned that the injury was connected to grief because the lung meridian extended down that arm and the pain I was experiencing was a manifestation of unexpressed grief. It became clear through speaking with Dr. Lu that health is connected to all aspects of one's being and even such a localized injury can have roots which extend into emotional and spiritual realms. I took Dr. Lu's advice, began a regimen of herbs, and joined the Foundation I Qigong class. Within three months of joining the class and practicing Qigong a few times per week, I was able to play tennis again with no pain whatsoever. This injury, which had been with me for many years, had disappeared in a matter of months by practicing the simple Wu Ming Qigong energy movements. The recovery of my athletic prowess was only the beginning of the benefits of the Qigong practice for me. I find that everyday and every moment hold opportunities to improve my well-being and achieve new levels of contentment and enjoyment with life.
-Adam H.
Before Qigong, I wasn't "alive." I was not living my life. I was being dictated by severe migraine headaches. My life was divided into three time frames: before the headache, during the headache, and after the headache. I didn't make plans. I missed 50 days of work a year on average. Starting my Qigong journey with Dragons Ways gave me my life back. And that was only the beginning....
-Monica P.
Men's Health was very powerful. I was in much better condition after. My health picked up. Tom did a really good job explaining things and going through the movements thoroughly. And being in class was fun and there are few things that are (such) fun!"
-Ken F.
I attended an open house and preceded to take a class for Men's Health, I found that it was good practice, then took QiGong to the center further my practice. During my practice I have experienced many positive changes such alertness to my surroundings, and better communication with my family members and coworkers. Spiritually, I feel as if my body is adjusting in the inside to new level of comfort self understanding and self healing all of which make me a better person.
-Rafael G.