Dr. Chen’s Acupuncture Voyage‌

Author: Dr. Chen

  • Severe Insomnia and Anxiety Relief

    I am a high-stress corporate executive, and I haven’t slept more than four hours a night in five years. Even on vacation, my mind races, and I wake up at 3 AM checking emails. I came to the acupuncture clinic because my wife insisted I needed to “chill out,” but I didn’t think it would work.

    Dr. Chen took my pulse and told me my energy was “wired and tired.” He was exactly right. He did a treatment for deep relaxation and insomnia. I don’t remember the end of the session because I was out cold.

    I went back to my cabin and slept for nine hours straight. I woke up feeling groggy in a good way, like I had finally caught up on years of missed rest. My anxiety is gone, my patience is back, and I’m actually enjoying my time off. I feel like a new man. (James)

  • Frozen Shoulder: A Miracle Recovery

    I arrived on the ship unable to wash my own hair or fasten my bra because of a frozen shoulder I’ve been battling for eight months. I was in constant, dull pain that kept me awake at night. I had resigned myself to a painful vacation, assuming I wouldn’t be able to swim or participate in any active games.

    My husband booked me an appointment with Dr. Chen as a surprise. I was nervous about needles, but Dr. Chen’s technique was painless. He worked on my shoulder and neck, and then asked me to lift my arm. I braced for the pain, but it didn’t come. I lifted my arm above my head for the first time in almost a year!

    I burst into tears right there in the clinic. It felt like a miracle. I spent the rest of the cruise swimming laps and playing shuffleboard. I am so incredibly grateful to Dr. Chen for his kindness and his amazing skill. (Diane)

  • Vertigo and Seasickness

    I am prone to motion sickness, but this cruise was different. We hit rough waters on the second night, and I developed severe vertigo. The room wouldn’t stop spinning even when I was lying down. The patch behind my ear wasn’t working, and the pills just made me sleepy.

    I stumbled into Dr. Chen’s clinic holding onto the walls. He immediately knew what to do. He treated me for the vertigo and the nausea simultaneously. Within 15 minutes, the world stopped spinning. It was the strangest, most wonderful feeling to suddenly be stable again.

    I went back for a “tune-up” two days later just to be safe, but the symptoms never returned. I was able to handle the tender boats and the bus rides on excursions with zero issues. Dr. Chen saved my vacation from being a total disaster. (Lisa)

  • From Wheelchair to Walking Tours

    I almost cancelled this cruise. My spinal stenosis and sciatica had flared up so badly that I couldn’t stand for more than five minutes without shooting pain down both legs. I boarded the ship using a wheelchair assistance service and felt like a burden to my family. I assumed I’d be watching the world go by from the deck chair while they explored the ports.

    Dr. Chen was so compassionate. He listened to my history of failed epidurals and physical therapy. He treated my lower back and legs with such precision. After the first session, I could stand up straighter. After the third session, I walked the entire length of the ship’s promenade without stopping.

    By the time we reached our final port, I walked off the ship on my own two feet and completed a walking tour of the old city. My family was in tears seeing me move like that again. I don’t know what magic Dr. Chen possesses, but it worked when nothing else did. (Robert & Family)

  • Digestive Freedom After Years of Fear

    I have suffered from severe IBS and acid reflux for a decade. Traveling is usually a nightmare for me because I’m terrified of eating anything new. I spent the first few days of the cruise eating plain white rice and toast while everyone else enjoyed the lobster and steak. I was miserable and bloated.

    Dr. Chen was incredibly knowledgeable. He explained the connection between my nervous system and my gut. The treatment was gentle, focusing on my stomach and stress points. That evening, I felt… normal. My stomach wasn’t gurgling or cramping.

    The next night, I was brave enough to try the specialty dining. I ate a full meal—including dessert—with zero reaction. I can’t explain how freeing it is to enjoy food again without fear. Dr. Chen changed my life in a way no gastroenterologist has been able to. (Sophia)

  • Healing the “Unhealable” Nerve Pain

    Three years ago, I had a bad fall that left me with peripheral neuropathy in my feet. It feels like walking on pins and needles constantly, and my balance has been terrible. My doctors back home told me it was permanent nerve damage and I’d just have to manage the pain with medication that makes me groggy.

    I saw Dr. Chen’s seminar on board and decided I had nothing to lose. He was honest, telling me nerves take time to heal, but he thought he could help with the circulation and pain levels. He placed needles in my legs and feet, and for the first time in three years, I felt a warm, soothing sensation instead of sharp stinging.

    After five sessions on the ship, the “pins and needles” feeling has reduced by at least 70%. I can feel the floor again. My balance is better, and I danced with my wife for the first time in ages. I am going home with a new sense of hope.(Michael)

  • Asthma & Sinus

    I’ve had chronic asthma and sinus congestion since I was a child. The air conditioning on airplanes and cruise ships usually wreaks havoc on my lungs, leaving me wheezing and using my inhaler four or five times a day. I went to Dr. Chen hoping just to clear my stuffy nose, but he ended up treating my whole respiratory system.

    During the session, I felt this incredible sensation of my chest opening up. It was like a heavy weight I didn’t even know I was carrying had been lifted off my ribs. For the first time in years, I could take a full, deep breath without coughing.

    I haven’t needed my rescue inhaler since that first appointment. I even went snorkeling, something I’ve been too afraid to do for years because of my breathing. Dr. Chen didn’t just fix my nose; he gave me confidence in my body again. He is a true master of his craft. (Anthony)

  • Post-Surgery Recovery Speed

    I had back surgery six months ago, and while the acute issue was fixed, I was left with a lot of residual stiffness and scar tissue pain. I felt stiff as a board every morning and couldn’t bend over to put my socks on. I worried the ship’s bed would make it worse.

    Dr. Chen explained that the flow of energy was blocked around the surgical site. He treated the area and also worked on my flexibility. It was amazing—I could feel the muscles relaxing in real-time.

    After three treatments, I touched my toes for the first time since my surgery. The stiffness is gone, and I feel more mobile than I have in years. I’m going home to restart my yoga practice, something I thought I’d had to give up forever. Thank you, Dr. Chen! (Karen)

  • Achilles Tendonitis

    My heel has been sore for months, making walking painful, especially in the mornings. I thought I’d have to sit out the walking tours.

    Dr. Chen worked on my ankle and calf. It was amazing to watch the stiffness disappear. I walked over 10,000 steps on our last port day with zero pain. He is a true professional and a wonderful person. (Nancy & Steve)

  • Chronic Fatigue

    I came on this cruise to recharge because I’ve just felt drained and sluggish for months. Even after sleeping, I felt tired.

    Dr. Chen told me my “Qi” was low. After a session to boost my energy, I felt a spark I haven’t felt in a long time. I actually had the energy to go to the late-night comedy show! He gave me my life back. (Peter)