Testimonials

I would like to recommend Dr. Alex Chen to you for all your aches, pains and emotional distress.  I first met him at a 3 hour lecture on Traditional Chinese Medicine. It was very informative and he took a lot of the mystery out of TCM for me. I originally went to see him for a toothache that two dentists could not figure out. Dr. Chen fixed it with acupuncture and herbs. I also had atrial fibrillation, insomnia, and irregular digestive processing which all disappeared after getting acupuncture.  My painful thumb which my husband said was arthritis and which I thought was repetitive strain syndrome cleared up after one session of acupuncture.  I had been taking tai chi with another instructor but was not pleased with her teaching methods, so I began taking Dr. Chen’s tai chi class at Meramec Community College.  His teaching techniques were different and easier to remember. The thing I really appreciate about Dr. Chen is his ability to be supportive to his patients and students. I had been finding it difficult to learn and remember tai chi (probably because, like most people, I’m a tight-ass American). I have had three other tai chi instructors in the past (they also probably tight-ass Americans). Every one of those instructors was unwilling to provide a video of their form or to allow videotaping of a session. But Dr. Chen not only has his complete tai chi form on his website, he shows it both from the front view and the back view.  Seeing both the front and back forms is particularly helpful when trying to practice. So Dr. Chen’s support of patients and students is very much appreciated.  After several sessions of acupuncture, he told me I didn’t need to come weekly and I could reduce my acupuncture visits to every three weeks or monthly and reduce/stop the herb use because my symptoms/problems were resolving. That was totally unacceptable to me since I enjoy his knowledge, wisdom and the results that acupuncture brings me. We compromised—I get acupuncture every other week and take the herbs every other day at this point. I never had a chiropractor who encouraged me to come less often or a doctor who wanted to help me get off medications.  On the contrary, those things are a life-long sentence in western medicine. But Dr. Chen is all for the patient’s health, education and well-being. I am feeling fantastic at this point which I owe to Dr. Chen’s care. If you are ready to get rid of your aches, pains and emotional distress, go see Dr. Chen. You will be amazed!

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Jackie Compton

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If you are considering the Traditional Chinese Medicine approach to improving one’s health, I would like to  recommend Dr. Alex Chen.

My story in brief.  I came to Dr. Chen with two chronic conditions; Morton’s Neuroma in the right foot (7 years) and sinus congestion (30 + years).  Initially, I  was prompted to seek help to relieve neuroma symptoms (burning pain) because it was becoming more difficult to enjoy walking and the pain/discomfort was steadily increasing.   The sinus inflammation, after so many years,  was something I had resigned to endure but was hopeful for some relief.

I started seeing Dr. Chen at the end of January 2017 and within three weeks, foot symptoms diminished significantly (now occur briefly and in a very small area ) and I have been able to walk and use the treadmill pain free.  I no longer feel sinus congestion in my forehead and cheeks and will continue working with Dr. Chen to completely clear drainage in the back of my throat.    The combination of acupuncture/acupressure treatments, taking a daily herb mixture and dietary changes have been very effective; I feel so much better and look forward to daily workouts and walking!

Thank- you Dr. Chen and I hope this will inspire other’s to consider the benefits of using your TCM treatment methods  to address chronic conditions, improve health and wellness.

Jane McClocklin

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I can happily attest to Dr. Chen’s skill and kindness. He has treated me with acupuncture, cupping, and massage for nearly a year now, and I’m nearing the end of my recovery. I suffered a disk herniation in my spine nearly 2 years ago at the age of 15. The fact that it has taken 2 years to recover despite my youth attests to the persistence of the injury. Dr. Chen has been key in my recovery, as his treatment has improved my range of motion and relaxed my tense back muscles. I find his treatment enjoyable and relaxing, both for the mind and body. My back muscles are loose and relaxed by the end of our sessions, allowing me to go with significantly less strain and pain on my back. Working with Dr. Chen has been a pleasure, as he is understanding and professional. I’m glad I took my physical therapist’s advice to see him, and grateful for everything he has done for me. I cannot recommend him highly enough. Thank you Dr. Chen.
Nathan T

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