Testimonials
These testimonials are from current patients. I have the emails, if you wish to inspect them. One kind lady has even agreed to let prospective patients speak to her on the phone.
Matthew is without any doubt, the most effective practitioner that I have experienced over a period of many years. I first met Matthew when he practised in Ely and I have followed him to Norwich simply because what he does works. His depth of knowledge and determination must be obvious to anyone who has been fortunate enough to be treated by him. He has successfully treated me for a variety of complaints: general aches and pains including plantar fasciitis (heel pain), back and neck pain, and more recently my abnormal liver enzyme levels responded well to a specialised Japanese treatment using pure silver and gold-plated needles! He's also, by the way, a very nice bloke. Recommend 100%.
I have been treated by Matthew for around 15 years for a variety of complaints (and also for general well-being). He has been instrumental in my return to good health each time. He has treated me over the years for (amongst other things!) whiplash post-car accident, tendonitis in my wrist and arm, constantly tight muscles in my neck and shoulders, headaches, a bad back, and various strains and sprains.
Matthew takes the time to explain what he thinks is going on with me and how he plans to address it. He has always been considerate, caring, and has a real desire to help people back to health.
I trust Matthew completely and have recommended him to friends and family alike.
I first came across Japanese acupuncture four months ago when I had my introductory session with Matthew Kent in Norwich.
I am 83 years old and had been warmly recommended to Matthew by a friend who is also a complementary practitioner. I had already been treated at various times in my life by Chinese acupuncturists so was not the least bit nervous. I was however completely surprised and delighted by the different and gentle styles and techniques used by Matthew and particularly the holistic approach which he uses and which I had not anticipated.
The presenting problem was numbness and painful sensitivity in my toes, feet, ankles and lower legs. Consultations with my GP had resolved nothing at all but after a week or two of treatment, there was a reduction of the problem both in the extent of its spread and the severity of both loss of sensation and discomfort.
Right from the start of the treatment I realised that everything going on in my body had the potential to be relevant. Little by little I was mentioning other less pressing troubles, symptoms which I had put down to the onset of old age and which I had expected to have to put up with for the rest of my life. Thus far I have successfully been treated for a persistent and irritating cough, a hip pain which had been present for perhaps five years, sleeplessness and poor bladder control which meant that I was getting up four or five times during the night. Now the count is more like two or three times which results in a much better night’s sleep.
The biggest improvement in my physical and mental wellbeing however is a new found energy level which has resulted in a big change in my body strength, my posture and my walking capacity. Three weeks into my treatment with Matthew I signed up to a new eating and exercise plan which is designed for weight loss and strengthening of the immune system in the time of Covid-19. In three months I have lost 6 kilos and am following an exercise programme five days per week. I cook three meals per day for my husband and myself and am able to indulge my love of and interest in good food.
To conclude, I would not hesitate to recommend this potent and all encompassing form of complementary medicine for both important and more minor health problems. I feel very relieved to have had the power of these techniques revealed to me.
Matthew is a qualified, experienced and respected member of the Japanese Acupuncture community of practitioners worldwide. I am very glad that I have been able to benefit from his skills and I continue to visit monthly. I am receiving the kind of support which once I expected from a GP but times have changed. It feels as though a burden has lifted!
I have been having acupuncture with Matt for 20 years and know that without the regular support from his treatments, that my body would be showing far more signs of age.
I originally went as a last resort, for painful RSI in my hands and arms when I was losing strength in them, due to working long hours at a computer. Over time they returned to normal function and I continued to have treatment every few months to maintain them.
During a period when I had not been going, the GP said I would need a carpal tunnel operation to ensure I retained function in my hands, but on returning to regular appointments, the pain went and I was able to continue to work and did not need an operation.
With the holistic way that Matt works, he treats all symptoms, that are often connected, and helps me to maintain my general health and well-being. I really do not know where I would be without Acupuncture and his wealth of experience.
I would highly recommend Matthew who I have been seeing for over ten years. With a holistic approach to the client and in depth knowledge of Toyohari treatments he has healed many sports injuries and more recently reduced menopause symptoms and restored my general equilibrium.
I have been seeing Matthew Kent the acupuncturist for about 15 years, presenting myself with physical ailments & emotional tension and deep seated feelings when these issues arise.
The list is endless:
Sleep disturbances
Headaches
Neck/shoulder pain
Skin problems- eczema/dermatitis
Menopausal problems
Stress/anxiety
High blood pressure
Lower back pain/tension
Sciatica
Or just feeling out of sorts
Acupuncture has now cured some of the above or have other ailments under control, making my quality of life happier, healthier with less or no pain.
I now sleep more soundly.
Headaches very few.
Occasionally have acupuncture for neck/shoulder pain, which is usually occurring due to stress, anxiety and emotional issues in my life, which Matthew Kent has brought my attention to.
Skin problems very rarely occur now.
Menopausal issues: acupuncture helped me through the menopause without having to turn to HRT or any other medication.
High blood pressure is now under control and is stable.
Feeling out of sorts, I found acupuncture very beneficial to have a treatment every so often to balance my energy levels and heal.
Lower back tension & sciatica pain- This is the problem that Matthew is dealing with now.
After having three treatments for this ailment & pain the musculoskeletal tension & pain has now nearly subsided.
These issues were caused by life stresses & pressure which Matthew addressed.
I am able to do yoga & pilates with ease again moving with fluidity & I feel more flexible.
I cannot recommend Matthew Kent highly enough. His dedication, his professional abilities, his vast knowledge with many years of advanced training & practical experience, Matthew is able to give his patients caring professional thorough, considerate, outstanding & effective treatments.
I have recommended many clients, friends & family members to him over the years with them having very beneficial & amazing results.
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Matthew has been treating me for a number of years now. I find him to be very professional at all times, when treating me and putting me at ease. Also, every time, he explains how he is going to treat me and explains why. He answers any of my questions with understanding and in layman's terms. I would definitely recommend his acupuncture treatments as they balance the body on all levels.
