January 2005

[Show #187] 1-29-05

Sciatic Pain, Leg Pain, Hypertension, Hypothyroidism, Weight Loss - Mike (see #194 3-19-05, #197 4-16-05, #198 4-23-05, #208 7-23-05 from Anaheim Hills, CA) suffered from sciatic pain for the last 9 months.  He has been going to the chiropractor without much relief.  He also tried Naprosen for 2 days without much relief.  After his first treatment with Dr. Tong, his right sciatic pain was 95% improved and has not bothered him since.  Dr. Tong has also improved his left sciatic pain.  He has also been diagnosed with hypertension almost 40 years ago and hypothyroidism.  He has been on 2 medications for these conditions for quite some time.  Dr. Tong urged him to discontinue his medication after treatments.  After his 2nd treatment he cut them in half and his blood pressure was 135/72.  After his 3rd treatment, he cut all his medication altogether.  His blood pressure was within normal limits and he has more energy than ever.  Another beneficial side effect of the treatment is that he has lost 8 pounds on Dr. Tong's recommended diet.
Guy - (caller) - Sleeping pill addiction - Restoril
Ross - (caller from Glendale) - Fatigue
Brad - (caller from Long Beach) - Chronic Allergies
Carol - (caller from West Los Angeles) - Sciatica and fatigue

[Show #186] 1-22-05

Knee Pain, Low Back Pain, Genital Bumps - Gene (from Northridge, CA) This mortgage banker has been a patient of Dr. Tong's for 2 years.  He first came for a knee problem where an MRI showed deteriorating cartilage.  His physician recommended surgery.  After 2 treatments with Dr. Tong, he had no knee pain ever since without surgery.  Recently, Gene has experienced a lot of stress and has not been following Dr. Tong's recommended diet.  He noticed some bumps on his genitals.  He returned for treatment, and after 2 treatments, the bumps disappeared. 
Foot Pain, Stiff Joints, Heart Palpitations, Post-menopausal symptoms (hot flashes, insomnia, generalized body pain), Anxiety, Weight Loss - Olga (from Southern California) works with children and has been suffering from right foot pain for the past few months.  There is a burning sensation and pain within 5 minutes of walking.  She also suffered from heart palpitations as well as post-menopausal symptoms of hot flashes, insomnia, and pain in her body.  After 3 treatments with Dr. Tong, she can walk an hour without pain.  She is now sleeping through the night without any palpitations or anxiety.  She will have only 2-4 mild hot flashes per day.  She has also lost one dress size since her treatments with Dr. Tong from being able to walk without pain.

[Show #185] 1-15-05

Sciatica,  Hypertension, Type 2 Diabetes, Leg Cramps, Obesity - Ken (from Ohi) is a driving instructor who suffers from the above problems.  He has been on 8 different medications for the past 2 years costing him $400 per month.  He heard Dr. Tong on the radio for the past 6 months and decided to finally try his treatment.  After his first treatment, he no longer has leg spasms.  He also has more energy and is now able to stay awake through a 2 hour movie.  He has had 2 treatments and his blood pressure and blood sugar without medication is at 142/90 and 140.  He hopes to continue treatment so that he will no longer need medication for his high blood pressure and diabetes.
Arthritis, Neck Pain, Back Pain, Rotator Cuff Injury (Shoulder), Insomnia - Joni (from Huntington Beach, CA) is a retired teacher who has suffered from arthritis pain for 40 years in her knees.  She was starting to have trouble dancing and working out.  In the last 3 years, she also had shoulder pain and her physician recommended surgery for her rotator cuff.  She tried aspirin and different medications all to no avail.  She also had trouble sleeping because of her pain.  After her first treatment with Dr. Tong, she was feeling so much better.  She could dance and started working out again without pain.  After her 3rd treatment, she was able to sleep for 8 1/2 hours.  Her lower back pain is also much better.
"Ferreiro Report" Dr. Andrea Ferreiro reports on cases she has seen at Dr. Tong's office:
Diabetic Neuropathy, Swelling and Edema of the legs - Dr. Tong has been treating Don (see # 157 6-12-04, #182 12-18-04) for severe diabetic neuropathy for the past 6 months and saved him from having to have his legs amputated.
Paranoia, Generalized Muscle Weakness, Anger - Dr. Tong treated Matthew, a 16 year old (see #154 4-17-04), who was diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia in early 2004.  He returns because he was unable to speak again and also had generalized muscle weakness.  After treatments with Dr. Tong, he is slowly regaining his ability to speak and he is feeling more at peace.

[Show #184] 1-8-05

Hypertension, Back Pain, Neck Pain, Insomnia, Fatigue, Nausea - Juanetta (from Cypress see #198 4-23-05, #200 5-7-05) is an ex-private investigator who was diagnosed with high blood pressure years ago.  Last year, she was hospitalized  3 times for her hypertension.  She has tried numerous medications but every one has made her extremely sick.  She also has problems with insomnia and severe fatigue.  The medications she has taken for her hypertension have made her nauseous for the past 6 months.  An auto accident has also left her with neck and back pain.  After her first treatment with Dr. Tong, she was able to sleep through the night.  She is no longer nauseous and her pain is much improved.
Jerry - caller - plugged ear - switching from meat to vegetarian diet
Pelvic Pain, Pain with Intercourse, Hormonal Imbalance, Irregular Periods, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, Hirsutism - (Andrea, see # 89 9-7-02, #116 5-3-03, #161 7-10-04,  from Rancho Cucamonga) - Dr. Ferreiro is an intern at Doctor's Hospital Montclair who is rotating through Dr. Tong's office this month.  She suffered from irregular periods for 10 years and pelvic pain as well as painful intercourse for 2 years.  She consulted 3 doctors including a gynecologist who diagnosed her with polycystic ovarian syndrome.  She had cysts around her ovaries, causing her much pain.  She was put on birth control, which regulated her period, but did nothing to help her pain.  She had 3 treatments with Dr. Tong in September of 2002 and her pain is now completely gone.  She has not had a recurrence of her symptoms ever since.  
"Ferreiro Report" Dr. Ferreiro reports on clinical cases she has witnessed at Dr. Tong's office:
Scleroderma - Barbara (see #81 6-1-02) - suffers from scleroderma and came to Dr. Tong's office crying, in constant pain, and severe stress.  Her fingers looked like sausages from her disease.  After treatments with Dr. Tong, her pain was much better.
Hypertension, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome - Karen - After treatments with Dr. Tong, her blood pressure is normal and she is able to use her left hand after 8 years of disability.  In fact her left hand is now stronger than her right hand.
Colon Problems, Ingrown Toe-nail - Gerry - Dr. Tong helped her with her colon problems and prevented her from having to surgically remove an ingrown nail.

[Show #183] 1-1-05

Back Pain, Feet Pain, Stress - John has been a mailman for 27 years.  In the last few years he has been experiencing back and feet pain to the point where he was limping.  He also has been very stressed recently.  He used Ibuprofen for his pain, which only gave him temporary relief.  He tried using the whirlpool for his feet which also did not help much.  Medications prescribed by his doctor only gave him dizziness as a side effect.  After his first treatment with Dr. Tong, his feet pain was much improved.  He has now had a total of 3 treatments and has very little pain.
Acute Chemical Exposure, Headache, Itching throat, Itching Eyes - Maria (see #168 9-11-04, #180 12-4-04) came back to receive treatments from Dr. Tong after being exposed to chemical solvents at work.  She developed severe headache as well as itching throat and eyes.  After 2 treatments her symptoms were completely gone.