When I boarded ship in Valpariso I was suffering hip pain to the extent that it was difficult to sit or stand. I decided to try acupuncture after listening to Martina explain the process.

I believe the treatments helped tremendously, although it was not a “miracle cure” I did get a lot of relief and was able to sit and stand with only minor discomfort.

The experience I enjoyed the most was the deep relaxation I experienced during the treatments.

Martina is truly a dedicated practitioner of her science and an enthusiastic caregiver. I enjoyed the treatments as she always provided background and logic to fortify the acupuncture itself.

-Robert

acupunctureMartina SturmAugust 6, 2020pain

I came to acupuncture with many ailments. Just to mention a few: sciatica, arthritis, stress, anxiety, headaches. With so much to work with I did not expect miracles but I did notice I had more energy. One session I came in with a headache and when I left it was gone. I’ve also noticed that I can walk farther before the pain gets unbearable. For me that is a big plus. My anxiety seems to have improved also. I feel more at peace. I have made some internal changes so I am more comfortable than I was. I am so thankful for such a great experience.

-Melba

acupunctureMartina SturmAugust 6, 2020sciatica, anxiety, arthritis, headache, energy

I am a very stubborn person so it was completely against my reasons to try acupuncture as a cure or help for my ailments. After talks with both my wife and Martina, I finally relented and gave it a try. My first visit with Martina was a little wary. The only thing that I could think of was - I was in the house of pain. It surprised me that it was painless. I even reached the stage where I could nap during the process. My main problem was an achy lower back after short walks. Arthritis in my hands was almost unbearable at times. I am pleased to say that I am now walking further than before and my hands are almost back to normal. Martina, thank you very much. Acupuncture has made a big difference to my life. At the end of this cruise I will carry on with acupuncture treatments. Martina, thank you.

-Evan

acupunctureMartina SturmAugust 6, 2020arthritis, pain

My experience with acupuncturist, Martina, definitely added to my health and well being. I had multiple treatments over my 2 week cruise and am finding improvement every day.

Martina is knowledgeable and very professional. She is willing to share information and always answered my questions. She provides a high level of alternative care. It was a real bonus for me to have worked with her on my vacation. Martian’s care certainly added to my cruise experience. Princess is fortunate to have her as part of their team. She provides excellent, personable care and I am blessed to have been her patient.

-Cynthia

acupunctureMartina SturmAugust 6, 2020general

I believe in the value of acupuncture and Martina is A-1 in her field. That being said, when I went in complaining of seasickness, Martina said OK let’s fix that – and 30 minutes later I felt good as new. I was amazed at how quickly and efficiently her acupuncture treatment worked. I felt great the rest of the cruise!

-Linda

acupunctureMartina SturmAugust 6, 2020motion sickness

After my first 10 treatments I forgot that my ankle had once hurt quite badly and had been painful with every step. Suddenly I remembered I hadn’t even been walking the stairs and now I was and without pain.

Thank you Martina!

-Emily

acupunctureMartina SturmAugust 6, 2020pain

I was most pleased with acupuncture services performed by Martina Sturm. I am post stroke and have experienced improvements in heart function, strength and ability to walk. I am looking forward to further improvement with time and exercise. Martina shows great care for her patients and has had long experience and professional manner. I would recommend her to anyone who seeks acupuncture.

-Ralph

acupunctureMartina SturmAugust 6, 2020stroke, cardiovascular

Approximately 2 years ago I had suddenly, when after bending down to take off my tennis shoes after a workout, I heard a crack and couldn’t move my lower back was in such pain. Since that day I’m in consistent pain trying everything from cortisone shots, Rhizotomy, etc. I’m an extremely active person. I’ve done ironman triathlons for the past 10 years. Anyone with the experience of pain (chronic) knows the results from being so active to not being able to do what they want to do, not only physically but emotionally leads to a depression and frustration. I decided to do acupuncture as a last result. Since being on vacation my body would react better being in a much more relaxed state. Martina is very knowledgeable and upfront – Honestly I would not have had the treatment if it was not for her.

I would not have trusted anyone else. I decided while having the 12 treatments I would visualize the pain leaving my body. Although honestly as far as my pain it has not subsided, the numbness and the weakness in my right leg has definitely subsided. I know it did not take overnight for my back to get to the point which it did from all the years of being an athlete the wear and tear broken down it will take a while to repair. I believe it will someday be pain free. I will continue doing acupuncture which if it was not for Martina I would not ever even think I would do. We only have one body and one life there is not a cost that can compare to what it is to imagine a pain free life. I look forward to thank you, Martina. You’re amazing.

-Patricia

acupunctureMartina SturmAugust 6, 2020depression, sports recovery, neuropathy

I have had a lot of back pain. I had some shots, which did not help. When I came aboard ship, I attended her lecture on acupuncture and I decided to try it, so I had Martina take over. All I can say is I feel much better, she helped me to enjoy my days on the ship, she helped me. I can’t praise her enough. I hope I’ll see her again someday and I will go for acupuncture in the future. I wish her the best.

Thank you, Martina.

-Johanna

acupunctureMartina SturmAugust 6, 2020pain

Before I came on the ship, my right side of my jaw was sore and I was only getting about 3 hours of sleep per night. After 12 treatments, my jaw feels no pain, my neck muscles are loose, and I am able to sleep 6-8 hours a night.

-Dwayne

acupunctureMartina SturmAugust 6, 2020insomnia, tmj

I was having back and sciatic nerve problems on and off for over 1-1/2 years, until recently, where it got worse and worse. I went to a chiropractor and a physical therapist and they helped a little. A friend of mine told me about acupuncture therapy just before my wife and I came on this cruise and how much it helped him.

Acupuncture treatment? I thought a medieval way to treat people. I went to a seminar they were having on the ship about this very subject. There I met this nice young lady giving a convincing speech about how she can cure many ailments relating to the body. Her name is Dr. Martina.

I decided to give her a try. Best move I’ve made in years. Dr. Martina, I can’t thank you enough. THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!

-Ben

acupunctureMartina SturmAugust 6, 2020sciatica, nerve pain, pain

I have had several treatments. Before my treatments I was easily worn out. I had sciatic pain and pain in my heels. Yet after the treatments I have more energy and I went dancing after my 6th treatment. I went dancing and I wore out a lady young enough to be my daughter. I danced until after midnight. At home I’m usually ready for bed around 9pm (my time zone is the same as the ships).

I would recommend acupuncture to anyone with aches and pains. I feel so much better.

-William

acupunctureMartina SturmAugust 6, 2020sciatica, energy, nerve pain, pain

Problem #1: I injured my knee 5 months ago. Through PT sessions my knee was getting stronger. However, we took a bus to the pier. The bus had 5 really steep steps – I killed my knees. My husband had to help me get up out of my wheelchair and out of the bathroom. I could not manage the little step to get into the bathroom either.

After my first treatment, I could walk better. On treatment day 2, I walked to the spa. By day 3 the stiffness started going away temporarily. By day 5 the stiffness was mostly gone. Although I still have pain, mostly when getting up off chairs, it is vastly improved. I can easily climb the one step to the bathroom. I can get up from a chair on the first try. I still have pain – but nothing like I did when I came on board the ship.

Problem #2: I have neuropathy in both feet – a result of deformed feet since birth. After the first treatment I had slight tingling and the muscle cramps were not as severe. By the end of the cruise I realized that my foot muscles were very relaxed. I did not have muscle cramps from the third treatment on!

Problem 3: After a night on the ship rocking and rolling, I woke up dizzy. We went to the doctor’s office and got some seasick pills. They worked only a little. After a treatment for dizziness I had sea spots in my ears. I still had sporadic dizziness, but pushing on the spots stopped the spinning every time. Without the treatment I would have spent my final 2 days in bed!

-Elaine

acupunctureMartina SturmAugust 6, 2020neuropathy, dizziness, pain, motion sickness, injury

Having never had acupuncture before, we weren’t sure what we were going to experience. Martina did a great job explaining, and alleviating our anxiety. After just a few treatments we both noticed improvement in our different areas that we specified needed “help”. We are believers! We highly recommend and will continue this course when we return home.

-Glenn & Jan

acupunctureMartina SturmAugust 6, 2020anxiety