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Patient Feedback

I was lucky enough to live in Japan, and received amazing world class shiatsu there. When I returned to the States, I could not find a good shiatsu master, so I gave up looking for many years.

When I met Masako, I first went to her for acupuncture, and found her to be very good. She was also very knowledgeable about life balance and herbs. When I found out she did shiatsu, I decided to take a chance and I’m glad I did.

Masako is in the class of the shiatsu masters I found in Japan. Masako is very deep and has great knowledge and experience, and she also has something else which is very important.
Masako has compassion and an intuitive sense of what we need beyond technique.

Just walking into her office calms me down and makes me feel better. I have every confidence that anyone would be able to be helped by Masako and her many talents.

Iumi C.

Facial Rejuvenation

I’ve been receiving facial rejuvenation acupuncture treatments from Masako for three months now and I can really see a difference! My fine lines have diminished, my facial muscles are more toned, and my skin is simply radiant! Along with the treatment, Masako has helped me to develop a better skin care regimen.

Becky V.
Austin, TX

Fatigue

Hi Masako,
I wanted to let you know that the fatigue I’ve been having seems to have lifted since I awoke yesterday morning. I’m feeling good again and I have you to thank so very much. You are the best thing to come out of this unfortunate health issue of mine.

Marina

PTSD

I suffer from Vietnam-related Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). One symptom that haunts me to this day is hyper-vigilance: that state of always being tense and overly aware of my surroundings.

Not long after beginning acupuncture and Qi Gong sessions with Masako Wada, I realized I was having a life-changing experience. Masako’s treatments naturally put me into a very relaxed state, a state I thought was complete relaxation.

However, Masako helped me realize that even though I consciously thought I was completely relaxed, there was still a layer of unconscious tension I had never before in my life recognized. For example, while thinking I was completely relaxed, Masako helped me realize my shoulders were still tense and at times even my knees were locked!

After a lifetime of being unknowingly tied in knots, I now am able to consciously recognize that lower level of inner tension and settle into a state of relaxation I never dreamed possible.

Thank you Masako!

Dennis M.
Major, USA, Retired

NAET for Herpes Simplex

Hi Masako,
I wanted to let you know that the fatigue I’ve been having from Herpes Simplex virus seems to have lifted since I awoke yesterday morning. I’m feeling good again and I have you to thank so very much. You are the best thing to come out of this unfortunate health issue of mine. I can relate to the person who reviewed you for Shiatsu on your website as I also just feel better after being in a room with you for an hour and a half. This is such a good way for me to start the week as my emotional state is especially positive when I leave your clinic. In addition, I really look forward to coming to see you every week. There really hasn’t been much in my life for a while. Who knew that going to a healer could be so much fun? Well it is and I want you to know how much I adore and appreciate everything you are doing to help me.

V.H.
Austin, TX

Ulnar Nerve Entrapment

In 2006 I was diagnosed with ulnar nerve entrapment, a condition in my left elbow that limited a lot of my daily activities both at home and at work. Since then I have tried several types of treatments, physical therapy, manual therapy, weekly massages, I even got an injection on my elbow. Nothing really worked. After a session of those treatments I would fell better for one day or so and then the pain would comeback again, as if nothing had happened. Around September 2009 a friend of mine gave me Masako Wada’s phone number so I gave it a try. From the very beginning I felt the difference between all the other treatments and Masako’s acupuncture. The treatment is not focused only on my elbow; everything is taken into consideration, my sleep, my digestion, my energy level, even the weather are factors that guide Masako in treating my elbow. So far Masako has performed a variety of procedures, always paying attention to what I tell her I’m feeling but also what my body tells her so that the procedure is the most appropriate and the treatment is the best possible. Today (November 2009) I’m still in treatment and gradually Masako has helped to heal my left arm and more importantly she has helped me to get back to perform my daily activities pain free.

Caio S.
Austin, TX

Sciatica

Three months ago I had a painfully severe sciatica problem which effectively unbalanced my life in ways that surprised me. The tearing sensation in my hip the throbbing pain that radiating down my leg and the fire I felt in my foot was close to crippling me. My diet was also negatively affected, I was becoming insecure and depressed because of recurring episodes, I was only sleeping two or three hours nightly. I was a real mess!! My local doctor diagnosed sciatica and suggested exercises and medication for the extreme pain. The medication worked temporarily and I preformed the exercises but they just did not produce lasting effect results.

In somewhat desperation and after a recommendation from a friend I went to see Masako Wada. Though new to acupuncture and highly skeptical, I began having regular visits and was amazed when I began seeing a dramatic improvement to my specific complaints. Masako’s patience and reassuring manner, coupled with her professionalism and determination to help me, proved successful far beyond my expectations. I strongly recommend her services to anyone experiencing pain. I have never had acupuncture before this event and I am 51.”

Phillip B.
Austin, TX

Stress Relief

With Masako’s healing touch, I feel not only a welcome release from tension, but also a delightful flow of revitalizing energy from head to toe. I leave feeling more relaxed, younger, and healthier all over!

Merrily Jones
Austin, TX

Smoking Cessation

I selected a combined acupuncture and Purification Program with the hope that I could become free from nicotine addiction. Guided by Masako’s knowledge of nutrition, the combination program gave me a jump-start into a place of well-being and sustained energy that I had never experienced. After a week on the program, I no longer needed the nicotine. Even my morning cup of strong coffee wasn’t needed. I am grateful to Masako’s for her guidance in helping me reach my goal and for providing alternative health care that gives positive results.

Carole R.
Austin, TX

21-Day Weight Loss Program

I would definitely recommend this detox program to anyone. In the beginning I was concerned that I wouldn’t be able to restrict my food intake so much but actually I rarely got hungry on the program! Plus I have now rekindled my love of salads. The shakes were very filling. I think that helped. The daily e-mail support was very helpful. I have already used some of their recipes plus it was helpful to know what to expect in the beginning. Probably the most discomfort I had were the headaches in the beginning, getting off of caffeine and releasing toxins. I did not eat very healthy before & this program has helped me stop & reset my eating habits.

I plan to continue staying on the program until I lose the weight that I would like to lose. So far I have lost 8 pounds & 3 inches from my waist, plus I have great energy & feel really good. I am very grateful to Masako for recommending this program to me. It was just what I needed.”

Lisa W.
Texas




I am 57 year old woman, wife, mother and therapist. My three children are grown and mostly on their own. Over the years I have gained weight and had some challenges such as problems with heel pain and frozen shoulder. I began the 21 day purification with hope to lose weight as I had seen my colleague John do while on this program. And although that was my primary motivation I was also looking forward to feeling better in other ways.

The first day was very difficult because I just did not feel well. I had a horrendous headache which I have now decided was the caffeine withdrawal. I felt ill that day from the headache and that was the first and last day that was difficult of the 21 days. I continued to feel better, lighter, less encumbered, more energetic and well rested. Most impressive to me was the feeling that I had at 3:30 or 4 pm because it was very similar to how I felt at 8:30 or 9 am !! No slump in the afternoon.

I felt more present than I have in many years, attentive and calm. I also noticed that a problem I had been having with my knee was much better. In addition to my knee feeling so much better, I noticed that my gum no longer bled when I brushed my teeth in the morning! I was not expecting that!

The Daily Email support I received was very very helpful! And of course knowing that Masako was near and that I could ask her questions and that she was interested in my progress were additional reasons that kept me going day after day.

I am sorry to say that I did not lose as much weight as my male friend but I did shed a few pounds and most important have remained committed to remaining caffeine free, wheat free and reserved with regard to dairy intake and it has not been difficult for me. Now since I mentioned the subject of weight loss, I have to add that I only walked about two miles three times a week and had a difficult time exercising vigorously enough to sweat and I know that it very important to detoxing. It is the first time in well over 25 years that I have not consumed several cups of coffee and diet cokes. Most impressive was the sense of light, non-stressed presence that was mine during the 21 days.

Kathie H.
Austin, TX




Purification went very well. I lost some weight. Although the point was to lose a few pounds though and get my digestion better, which I do feel an improvement, the key is keeping it consistent and making the diet a way of life rather than just something I do for 21 days and forget about. I think my fiancé and I will both want to do the purification program again in the New Year. In fact, our ENTIRE group of friends wants to do it in January!

Lindsey G.
Austin, TX



I am not sure how much weight I have lost, but going off the way I look i would say at least 10 or more pounds. … I feel great and have tons of new energy. I have enjoyed the Purification program very much.

Z.P.
Austin, TX




Masako,
I wanted to follow up with you. The cleanse went great this time, far easier to control urges and cravings. I’ve lost about 10 lbs, and have been able to sustain most of my healthy eating habits so far (one week off).

Alex H.




Hello Masako,

I started at 180 lbs and dropped to 171 lbs. A total loss of 9 lbs, which I am very proud of. The first few days I found to be somewhat easy, it wasn’t until day 8 or 9 that I found myself craving certain things. Luckily, introducing meat was just around the corner, so I was able to push through. By day 12, I had a great routine worked out and was very happy with the results I was seeing. I definitely felt an increased amount of energy throughout the day. In conclusion, I found out that certain types of wheat take a toll on how I feel. After eating a sandwich at the party, I had an immediate allergy attack, feeling stuffed up and what not. I will continue to implement some of the habits I picked up from this cleanse and incorporate them into my daily routine.
Thank you for your support!

Best Regards,

Brendon R.

Heartburn

I heard that Masako does a Japanese form of acupuncture and moxibustion. I explained to her that I had been taking Prilosec for two years to stop heartburn, and she said that she could help me get off Prilosec for good. I knew that my overall nutrition was being compromised because of the low acid in my stomach, but I didn’t understand what other options I had. This was a long-term problem–I had been taking some form of heartburn medication since I was in my teens (I’m 55 now). With a combination of acupuncture, moxibustion, and a change of diet–along with special supplements to assist my digestion, it worked. I also lost weight and really trimmed up, and the heartburn is under control. It took a serious commitment on my part and it wasn’t easy, but it worked.

I highly recommend Masako Wada as an effective holistic health practitioner–assuming you are ready to listen and commit to the procedures she recommends.

Guy D.
Austin, TX