Inner Gate Acupuncture

11/11/2008 Posted by yarrowk

I have had migraines for several years and have seen many health care providers along the way. By the time I called Inner Gate Acupuncture I was feeling pretty pessimistic about my migraines and was starting to come to the conclusion that I would just need to learn to deal with them. The first time I called to make an appointment I instantly felt welcomed and cared for and my experience has been nothing short of wonderful. I have actually only been working with Casey for about 6 weeks and I can’t even begin to explain how much better I have been feeling. My migraines have significantly decreased. Actually I have not had one for about a month and I was used to having them weekly. Casey has been a complete joy to work with. I can’t even begin to express how grateful I feel to have found Inner Gate Acupuncture.

Pros: caring people, effective treatments

Cons: None

09/03/2008 Posted by ilovebandit

This was my first time receiving any acupuncture treatment, and I loved it! From the first time that I called, I felt very welcomed and comfortable with the staff. The whole theory and approach of Chinese medicine was explained to me very throughly and helped give me an understanding and respect of Chinese traditions. I have spoken to many other people about their experiences, and theirs was not even comparable to mine. Eric treated me, and it was really nice getting to know him and unlike other medical clinics, I actually had time to talk to him about a lot of interesting topics. He is really friendly and approachable. If you are thinking of getting acupuncture, you have to go here! You'll love it, I promise.

Pros: Parking, easy to get to, great staff

05/11/2008 Posted by Fledermaus

I hurt my back and was in severe pain. After a couple days without sleep my wife convinced me that I should try acupuncture. I was resistant as I was not at all convinced that it would work. I finally went to the clinic. The results have been fantastic as my pain when I went in was so severe that I had taken several Vicodin which did little to help. After the first treatment I was able to sleep the night after. I went back in two days and was treated by Casey (Eric treated me the first day). After this treatment my pain was nearly gone. My third visit was with Oliver whose treatment was also very effective. Within three weeks I was pain free. I went to a couple other treatments which dealt with some pain in my left side. Often the injury on one side will mask the lessor pain on the other. This pain is also gone. Each one of these therapist are wonderful. Each has his own personality but they are all very patient centered. When I go in I feel that I am so welcome and if I see one of them while waiting for the other (I see Erik as the main therapist) Casey or Oliver will stop by and ask how I am or how my son is doing (he went in for treatment as well.) These are wonderful guys.

Pros: Very gentle treatment by staff

05/03/2008 Posted by spiramar

I've had a lot of acupuncture in my life but it has been about 5 years since I have had any. I am so happy to have been guided here, as I was concerned about finding top-notch acupuncture in the Portland metro because we are new to the area. Well folks- look no more! You really feel cared about by every practitioner at Inner Gate, and you really are. They are all really genuine people and value their work and patients. Seriously, these 3 are a power trio of healing energy, wisdom and kindness. Whatever ails you I am sure they will help you a great deal. I have some chronic issues and am being treated by Erik (saw Casey once- he was awesome too!). Erik really tailors your treatment to requests and has a strong intuition about personal healing needs. He is a truly skilled practitioner- in the 7 visits I have had with him, he has used acupuncture to treat physical, mental/emotional and energetic levels (depending on my needs) very effectively. He has given me the best acupuncture of my life and I am quickly improving in a holistic way. I love these guys- they are fun and friendly, and express such a rare balanced male energy it is very inspiring and healing to be in their collective space. I haven't been treated by Oliver yet- but I am sure his healing caliber is high as well. I fully support their 5-star rating - they earn it! Way to go Casey, Erik and Oliver - you raise the bar in the healing arts. Thanks for the hugs :-) KC

Pros: everything!

Cons: nothing!

04/27/2008 Posted by ro242

I came to Inner Gate after about 7 years of chronic upper back/neck muscle spasms. These would happen several times a year and I would be stuck with limited mobility, nerve pain, stiffness and overall chronic pain for months after the initial spell had passed. A co-worker recommended I try acupuncture and gave me the clinic information after she had successfully stopped smoking after seeing Eric. I started seeing Oliver about 6 months ago and he has worked wonders! I was going twice a week and gradually that tapered off to weekly, then every other week. Now I am pain free and loving it! Before, even when I was "better" I would still hurt but didn't think anything would really help. Even physical therapy and pain medication didn't make the underlying muscle problems go away. Now I have no pain, normal mobility and feel great! No more pain pills!! All the people who work at Inner Gate are really friendly and welcoming. You feel at ease even if you're scared of needles. They listen to you and give you fabulous care. Oliver is very knowledgeable and great at what he does. Acupuncture is a great stress reliever, very relaxing and I love it. They work with my insurance and make it so easy. After my extremely positive experience I told my whole office and now everyone is going. If you are hurting or stressed out, give it a try. You won't be sorry.

Pros: Makes you feel great

Cons: none!

04/20/2008 Posted by Pikabou

Who ever thought acupuncture could be enjoyable. We who've tried it know it's effective, but fun??? At Inner Gate, one has three great guys to choose from. Three specialists, each of whom has a great deal to offer theraputically, a wonderful massage table-side manner, and a hug at the end for good measure. I started with Oliver who after a session or two referred me to Casey, the newbie. Casey's has, among others, a wonderfully potent Japanese-style massage technique in his repertoire of treatments that I have found especially helpful in addressing a persistent lower back and hip problem. We start with a discussion of my symptoms, followed by massage, then to needles and a period of deep relaxation with my choice of music to give them a chance to sink in, so to speak. I've gone weekly for a couple of months now, and have felt a marked improvement in my condition. Kudos to all at Inner Gate for creating an uplifting place of true healing.

Pros: Great reading material while you wait.

Cons: One time my tea wasn't strained and I got little bits in my teeth.

03/20/2008 Posted by biteykitty

I can't say enough about my experience at Inner Gate. I had gone through 2 years of medical testing regarding one of my legs. It was weak and numb and continuing to get worse. The western doctors still have no idea what is wrong with it. I saw Oliver for about three months. He is wonderful at what he does, not to mention the kind of person he is. (Erik's not so bad either : ) ) This was an amazing experience and the communication is excellent. My leg has improved and leveled off. It is still a little weak but the numbness is almost completely gone. Thanks to Oliver and Erik, acupuncture is something I will continue doing for myself for years to come. Thanks you guys, you rock!!

03/18/2008 Posted by KathyMaixner

I've had three treatments with Erik at Inner Gate Acupuncture over the past few weeks for pain in my left arm. Through a diagnostic process and targeted acupuncture therapy, Erik has helped to reduce the pain in my arm by 70%. He is a good practitioner with great people skills and is highly knowledgeable. The clinic is warm and nurturing. I highly recommend Inner Gate Acupuncture, particularly for those people who have tried every kind of treatment and may not know where to turn. This is most likely the place! Kathy Maixner

02/22/2008 Posted by Krisita

I started seeing Ollie at Inner Gate last December. I was coming off a year of chronic lower back pain that I just couldn't get rid of. I did months of physical therapy (religiously following my exercise plan), chiropractic treatments and deep tissue massage. While they helped somewhat, I still couldn't get rid of the pain. After just two treatments with Ollie, my back was a lot better. After four treatments, I found I could go several weeks without back pain. After six treatments, I've been without back pain for months and now only need to go back if I have a flare up. I was truly amazed at how effective acupuncture was at treating my back problems. I only wish I'd tried it sooner! Ollie and Eric are great and the office is a welcoming and relaxing environment. Can't recommend Inner Gate enough!

Pros: Easy access and parking, great people, efficient billing/insurance claims

02/10/2008 Posted by FunkyDad

I went looking for an acupuncture clinic because of intense right shoulder pain that shot down the back of my arm and into my hand. I tried massage a few times but nothing was helping the pain. I went to Inner Gate got a treatment with Oliver and felt 25% better by the time I left. Over the next 3 weeks he was able to reduce the pain almost totally. The arm is now good no jolts of lightening into my hand and the shoulder is functional again. I highly recommend these guys to anyone.

Pros: Super relaxing

Cons: none