Testimonials

We were trying to conceive unsuccessfully for 3 years before we underwent tests at the Hari Unit. My husband was found to have a very low sperm count and poor motility. He did some research and decided to try acupuncture while we were waiting to start IVF/ICSI. By the time we started our first cycle of IVF 3 months later there was a big improvement in both my husband sperm count and motility. I also started attending Dantien around this time to help improve our chances of success and also to help me deal with the stresses and strains involved. Our cycle was successful and we had our eldest daughter in 2007. I continued to see Dave throughout my pregnancy without doubt this was one of the healthiest periods of my life. I am very susceptible to sinus infections and I never got one while attending Dantien. We both went back to Dantien in 2008 to prepare for our second cycle of IVF and I am delighted to say we were successful again and our second daughter was born in 2009.

We both fully believe that acupuncture played a big part in our success and we highly recommend Dave at Dantien. He really knows his stuff and is totally dedicated to giving you the best possible treatment to achieve your goal.

Valerie

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"I have used Dave sporadically as geography prevents frequent, or continued treatment. I have 8 damaged discs in my back, with a pelvis that keeps dislocating. It prevents me from playing football either completely or at least as often as I like. After one session (6 recommended) I was perfectly able to play TWO matches in one week!! He's a revelation. I couldn't recommend him highly enough - gentle, effective and a great guy to boot. Bizarrely, I'm looking forward to my next session!"

Maurice Ryan

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As a Choreographer, Dancer and visual artist of almost 30 years my body has had its fair share of injuries. I have used acupuncture on many occassions to resolve these problems.

On the morning of the premier of one of my shows, which was particularly physical, I put my back out, the only position I could get any relief from the pain was flat on my back with my legs elevated on a chair. Dave did some abdominal acupuncture and within moments I felt relief, the pain was gone and my range of movement was almost normal again. Abdominal acupuncture is incredible it is gentle yet so powerful. I would recommend it without reservation.

The show was a massive success and even the critics were impressed.

C. Cummings

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I was very sceptical about acupuncture until my daughter introduced me to Dave Shipsey.

I had been in intractable severe pain, since falling on my tail bone 3 months before. Every test in the hospital showed no fracture and no reason for my pain which on a scale of 1-10 was constantly at 9. This was continuous for 3 months and I was on round the clock prescription pain relief medication.

Dave used the abdominal acupuncture system technique he learned in China.

Half an hour later it was a miracle no pain at all! I continued to be pain free, and have resumed a normal life for me. I am on oxygen but can now go up and down the stairs. I am still pain free, thanks Dave

Marolyn F.

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I went to Dave for help to stop smoking. I did a few courses of acupuncture with him in February and am still off them! He also gave me great advice and tips on how to keep going through the tough times. Relaxed and professional – really knows what he’s about! I was so glad I went to him. I recommend Dave without hesitation!

Jerome

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"I went to see Dave with a shoulder strain and due to his calm, compassionate and easy manner ended up, without planning to, disclosing 2 other personal problems. After only 3 sessions I am happy to report that all 3 have gone or greatly improved! This man knows his stuff. Also impressed by the facilities...the 3 treatment rooms have doors and solid walls unlike many curtained acupuncture clinics. Would highly recommend a visit to Dan Tien."

- R. Collins

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"I first consulted Dave in October 2008 after a lengthy chest infection. Partly I wanted to regain good health and a higher sense of well-being but for the most part I was looking for help with my fertility. At 44, I was running out of time to have a baby and had been trying, unsuccessfully for some time. I was close to giving up. Over the following five months, Dave worked his magic, and along with a small amount of medical intervention, I became pregant in February 2009. Still early days, I am regularly attending Dan Tien and working with Dave to keep in good health and support my pregnancy. Dave's unassuming and relaxed style belies his skill, experience and patience and I am very grateful to him for helping to get me this far. I am convinced that acupuncture has played a key role in getting pregnant and would highly recommend anyone in my position to consult with Dave at Dan Tien. "

- Jean

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"I was suffering from a virus that involved constant fatigue, sore throat and headaches. The virus symptoms were slowly subsiding, but the fatigue was not budging, so I decided to see if accupuncture would help me. Dave listened and asked quite a few questions before coming near me with a pin. He has been very professional, accommodating and its easy to see he is very good at his job. I definitely feel a huge benefit from accupuncture treatment from him and have no hesitation in recommending him."

- P. McKeagney

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"Dan tien health studio in Bride St is a comfortable relaxing place that treats a variety of different ailments using acupuncture and other holistic techniques. After receiving treatment for low mood and low energy I find that i am very much improved. I find dave shipsey to be a very experienced practitioner. Dave specializes in abdominal acupunture which is new to myself having had acupunture in a previous establisment.

The price is resonable compared to other centres. I had an unfortunate encounter in the pavilions in Swords. The centre in question initual charge was 40 euro but when I went for treatment they charged me 140 euro for one hour. They said I had to pay the complete course in full which was 660 euro, if I paid by the week it was 1300 euro. I left and never came back.

Dave visits China a lot and has number of experienced Chinese teachers. I am still attending Dan Tien studio and would recommend it to anyone for whatever ailment they have. "

- N. Walsh

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"My husband and I had been trying to conceive our first child and, after a year of having no luck, were referred by our GP to a fertility clinic. As there was a 5 month waiting list I decided, in the interim, to try acupuncture. A friend of mine passed on Dave’s contact details so I got in touch and went for an initial consultation. He immediately put me at ease and I felt very comfortable with him from the outset. He told me that it would take about three months of treatment before I got any results, so I started going to him regularly for acupuncture sessions. Amazingly, just as Dave had predicted, three months later I got a positive pregnancy test result! We are now expecting our first child and that is definitely thanks to the acupuncture. I’ve continued to have acupuncture throughout the course of my pregnancy and I’ve really experienced the benefits – I’ve been having an extremely healthy “textbook” pregnancy with no morning sickness, major tiredness or aches and pains. The Dan Tien studio is warm and comfortable and Dave is really friendly and great at what he does – I would have no hesitation in recommending him."

- S. Harrison

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"I am writing this testimonial on behalf of my mother who was suffering with chronic pain for approximately 2 years. She was actually more or less housebound and in terrible pain 24 hours per day. After trying conventional medicine which was of very little help in relation to the pain relief . In desperation I asked her to try Acupuncture as I was not sure she would go for it as she is 70 years of age however she said she would. I can only say after the first session she got a some relief from the chronic pain and we then attended weekly to have the Abdominal Acupuncture which she said was absolutely fantastic. To this day she gets very little pain and she has been attending David since Oct 2006 We now only attend every 3 to 4 weeks. I would have no hesitate in recommending the Abdominal Acupuncture as it most definitely worked for my mother."

- B. Richardson

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"I had been suffering with a very painful frozen shoulder last year and was unable to see my physio for a good few weeks. With the idea that I'd try anything at this stage I went to see Dave in his studio. After a comprehensive history-taking, Dave started my acupuncture treatment. From the start the experience was so relaxing and so gentle that I did not feel that I was having a "medical" treatement. He used abdominal acupuncture combined with herb and cupping treatments. I visited Dave twice a week and could feel benefit after the first session. I started to sleep better as up to this the pain in the shoulder would wake me up every time I moved in bed, and feel better in myself. By Christmas the pain had gone! It was all down to Dave and the acupuncture and the movement is coming back to the shoulder and I can now use my arm again and am back knitting!

I will be back to Dave and his acupuncture needles soon as the feeling of wellbeing is second to none."

- Hilda Hyland

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"I would like to take this opportunity to share my personal experience about Dan-Tien studio, especially to give a big appreciation to David Shipsey for healing my neck and shoulders problem using a new abdominal acupuncture technique. I had been involved in a car accident which left me with some neck, shoulders and back pain. It happened last October 2008. After the unfortunate event I’d been trying to cure my injury by using physiotherapy at the private clinic, it was of no avail. My friend was suggested to me to try acupuncture treatment and he recommended to me the Dan- Tien studio.

My first impression about the studio and particularly David was very pleasant. It is nice, comfortable and warm place. After closing the front door I felt being stepped into surroundings that made me feel protected and being looked after. I realize from the moment I spoke to David that he is very professional, definitely very knowledgeable about acupuncture. My first session went pretty well, clearly better that I had anticipated. David made me feel so relaxed. I completely forgot that he inserted some needles into my body. I’d been left in the warm room, with soft music playing on, to rest.

Next day I felt a bit odd, I knew that my body is undergoing the healing process. Then the following day I felt more energized, less pain in my upper body area. Automatically without any thinking or effort I slowed down, stopped fusing around, listened to my body, and allowed myself to get better. After only three sessions the pain in my back area has completely disappeared, my shoulders and neck are feeling much better now. I have been able to return to my yoga practices again, after four months being absolutely unable to do so.

I would have no problem in recommending David to anyone who still has second thoughts about the benefits of acupuncture and specially David Shipsey for doing his job with a lot of expertise and knowledge. "

- G. Gudimenko

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