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Activation Clinic

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๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ‘ I spent years with BPH and had even come to a point of impotency. The discomfort of trying to urinate was unbearable so I was put on Tamsulosin (FLOMAX). After a few years, the dose got doubled and intimacy became impossible. I was feeling as low as I could at that point in my life. I don't watc... People often mention pain, treatment, Clinic, Activation, feel, treatments, years, wave, life, shock,


Address

1229 Young St, Honolulu, HI 96814, United States

Website

www.activationclinic.com

Contact

+1 808-379-2000

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (22 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Friday: 9โ€ฏam to 5โ€ฏpm
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: 9โ€ฏam to 5โ€ฏpm
  • Tuesday: 9โ€ฏam to 12โ€ฏpm
  • Wednesday: 9โ€ฏam to 5โ€ฏpm
  • Thursday: 9โ€ฏam to 12โ€ฏpm

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  • 5/5 Jerry B. 3 years ago on Google
    I spent years with BPH and had even come to a point of impotency. The discomfort of trying to urinate was unbearable so I was put on Tamsulosin (FLOMAX). After a few years, the dose got doubled and intimacy became impossible. I was feeling as low as I could at that point in my life. I don't watch a lot of TV, but, one day I just happen to see a commercial on TV about the Activation Clinic and the Extracorporeal Shock Wave treatment they used for men with similar BPH and impotency. I took a chance and went to Dr. Cho to see if he could help me. He did! That same day I went in, he gave me my first shock wave treatment. What was even more encouraging, after many months of no intimacy with my sweet wife, we were able to have spontaneous intercourse within the first 24 hours of treatment! To shorten my story, by the fourth treatment I had ended my full-time use of Tamsulosin and was completely free from it by the sixth treatment. Now, seven weeks later, I have spontaneous intimacy with the love of my life anytime we want and my urine flows painless and freely. THIS TREATMENT WORKS! With all the gratitude I can muster, I want to thank Dr. Cho for giving me back what I believed was gone forever. I am nearing retirement now and looking forward to the best years of my life with my sweet (and very patient) wife. It will be a retirement and time to enjoy unrestrained and unrestricted!!! ;-)
    7 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 Hakeem J. 1 year ago on Google
    I am generally very happy with my care at Activation Clinic. I was desperate when I called the office about 6 months ago about my lower back pain and numbing. I have had back pain for many years but it got to the point where the usual otc pain pills were not very effective and I could not sleep. My primary dr was pushing for surgery but I wanted to avoid that if at all possible. I feel really good now after the treatments by Dr Cho and I can sleep through the night! I do feel some pain if I turn a certain way too suddenly so its not perfect, but I otherwise feel back to normal which is saying alot. I took a star off because the treatments are very expensive. I do think it was worth it though.
    5 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 1/5 Steven I. 1 year ago on Google
    Wasn't going to do this review, but after seeing all these five star reviews felt need to give my experience. Went down to see Dr Chu for rotator cuff pain. Paid for the shock wave therapy and after no improvement, Dr Chu said peptid pills will help. After paying for the peptid and getting no relief. Told I needed HG shots which I did for a several months. Went back to see Dr Chu and told him I have arthritis in my shoulder, couldn't believe when told I need to take a different peptid shots. Walked out really disappointed. This happened over two years ago and I have stayed silent till now.
    4 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Leilani C. 5 years ago on Google
    I thought it had gone away, but my plantar fasciitis came back 5 months ago with a vengeance...PAIN. I was taking so much time off of work, which requires me to stand most of the time. Advil, Tylenol, compression sleeves, herbs, and nothing worked. My neighbor told me about this clinic and I figured I would come in for a consult. Nothing to lose at this point. I decided on a 3 treatment shockwave therapy. Insurance doesn't cover, but I would seriously lose my job if I didn't do something. After the first session, I felt more pain. I was worried, but Dr Cho said it's normal. Came in the next week for second session, and it felt better the next day!! HOPE! After the 3rd, I could walk normally again! I have to try to take it easy, but you have no idea how HAPPY I am. I'll see in a few months if I need a followup session, but for now, I am celebrating.
    3 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Jean S. 8 months ago on Google
    I had Shockwave and Electromagnetic Transduction Therapy for my Plantar Faciitis (foot pain). I am SO much better! I had 6 sessions. Each session hurt less. Pain was like a very deep massage. I knew that the painful areas needed more attention, and so we worked on those areas more. I'm looking forward to getting even better. Strange thing... my back pain is so much better now too! Hooray โ€ผ๏ธ
    3 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Char B. 1 year ago on Google
    I highly recommend Activation Clinic and Dr. Cho for anyone who wants a better life. I wanted to say a few things about my experience and my husband's (cause he too shy). I have (or had) chronic knee pain probably from years of climbing stairs every day from my old job and from running some marathons some years ago. I had a few steroid injections in the past that got me through a few months and I was taking aleve/advil almost daily. I did not want to get surgery. My friend was a patient here and encouraged me to go get treatment. Dr. Cho recommended shock wave and electromagnetic treatment. The shock wave was kind of painful and the electro magnetic was not too bad. I did a little feel better after each treatment but I just had my 3 month follow up and I feel really good compared to before. Not only does my knee feel better, but my back feels better too. I think I was walking funny because of my knee and that caused me to have back aches! While I had my treatments, I made an appointment for my husband to go see Dr. Cho for his enlarged prostate and ED. He is also feeling really good compared to before. We both retired a few years back and are now ready to do the traveling we have always wanted to do. We had put it off because of my knee and his frequent visits to the bathroom. All these issues have improved, thanks to Dr. Cho. And thank you to his office manager Kate who helped us with many things along the way.
    3 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Sandra N. 4 years ago on Google
    I would highly recommend anyone who is dealing with pain to their joints, tendons or muscles to go to the Activation Clinic. Iโ€™m so glad I did! I was diagnosed with tendonitis to my left elbow and my MRI showed that I had a partial tear on my tendon. Surgery wasnโ€™t an option because the tear was too small. I really needed to do something to help facilitate the healing of my elbow and to decrease the pain in my arm. Prior to going to the activation clinic I tried other treatments but I continued to have a lot of pain and meds didnโ€™t really help either. A family friend suggested that I go and see Dr Cho. After my consultation, I decided to go ahead and try 6 shockwave therapy treatments . Since completing my treatments the pain to my arm and elbow area improved significantly!!! Iโ€™m still in the process of healing and thanks to Dr Cho I can move forward and work on regaining the strength back to my arm.
    3 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Elton Y. 2 years ago on Google
    I have been to Activation Clinic for many different reasons like my banged up knee, my frozen shoulder, and ED. Dr. Cho listens and I wish he was my primary care doc. I am not 100%, but I am so much better than before which was really really bad. He has helped me get my life back and I am grateful.
    3 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Paul U. 1 year ago on Google
    I'm 55 years old and tore my MCL in my right knee riding a One Wheel electric board. The pain was extreme and after hobbling around for quite a while I finally decided to contact Activation Clinic to see if they could help. Dr. Cho was very friendly and informative and recommended EMTT. To be honest my expectations were pretty low. The procedure itself was painless and quick. I was pleasantly surprised that after the very first treatment, I felt less pain. I was thinking..... is this all in my mind or did that really work as well as it did? With each subsequent treatment my knee felt better and better. After about 4 weeks I felt about 95% back to normal....and I have been 100% recovered since. I am certain had I not gone to Activation Clinic, the healing process would have been at least double the time. I am also glad that I didn't have to go under the knife or go to physical therapy. Many Mahalos to Dr. Cho & Activation Clinic!!
    3 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 beverly b. 1 year ago on Google
    For 6 years I have suffered from Achilles problems which led to calcification. I got to the point where i was having problems with walking without pain. After finally convincing myself to see a surgeon, the surgeon recommended that I try shock wave therapy. I was told I had to go to the mainland to get treatment. Because of cost I decided to investigate any clinics that administered shock wave therapy. I was recommended to contact the Activation Clinic as Dr. Cho was highly recommended and did in fact perform Shock wave therapy on island. I canโ€™t say enough about how professional; Dr. Cho and his staff are. From the initial visit to treatments, Dr. Cho remained very professional and knowledgeable. I have had a series of treatments and I do have good and some bad days but all in all I could not have asked for better results. I am now in the healing process and everyday shows results. I will have follow up appointments so you donโ€™t feel high and dry after the treatment. I highly recommend getting the Shock wave Therapy and most especially consulting with Dr. Cho at the Activation Clinic for treatment before any invasive procedures. I now walk without a cam boot (which I wore for 4 years), in less pain, more mobility which allows more to have a better quality of life. Thank you Dr Cho and staff.
    3 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 John H. 4 years ago on Google
    I suffered from an enlarged prostate for about three decades. Straining to urinate was an everyday battle. Getting up at night to urinate was a 2-3 times nightly routine. The medication to treat this prostate enlargement or hypertrophy helped initially with urine flow but, had terrible side effects. My sex life suffered dramatically from the medication. It was terrible. Also, the medication damages the pupil muscles in the eye making cataract surgery much more risky. Then, as a physician I became a patient at Activation Clinic. Dr Cho is a soft-spoken, gentle and kind physician with a wonderful bedside manor. He treated my prostate problem with shock wave treatments. The treatment is quick, painless and has no down-time. Within a few treatments I was able to notice a remarkable improvement. Urination became effortless: no straining. My urine stream went from weak and sluggish to strong and vigorous. I was able to get off of the medication that caused the terrible side effects. Thanks to Dr Cho and his shock wave treatments my sex life is spectacular. I am urinating like a teenager. The improvements were not small; they were huge. If you struggle with an enlarged prostate causing urinary frequency, urgency and nocturnal bathroom visits, then you need to go to Activation Clinic. The Clinic has convenient off street parking. Thank you Dr Cho!
    3 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Larry S. 4 years ago on Google
    I met with Dr. Cho and showed me with much Aloha. We went over the ED issue I have and we proceeded with the P-Shot. My life was in shambles with the ED issue. Now I have renewed vigor and the ED problem is now in the past. I feel like a new MAN and my Lady is happier too.
    3 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 S C. 4 years ago on Google
    I have waited a while to write this review because I wanted to see if my results lasted. Not only have my improvements lasted, but I have continued to feel better every day. I had shock wave for my heel and ankle pain 4 or 5 months ago. It was bad and my orthopedist suggested surgery. I did not want to go that route. I decided to give this a try after seeing the commercials and doing some research. I am so glad I did. I felt much improvement after my 6 treatments, but the pain has continued to lessen. I feel really good. I decided to get my dad some treatments for his prostate two months ago. He was getting up 4 or 5 times to go to the bathroom every night and he stopped wanting to go with me to the movies, restaurants, and other places because of this constant need to use the bathroom. This is not the case anymore! I feel like I have my spunky, active dad back. We will be going an a cruise together in the spring. I am thankful to Dr. Cho and his staff for the their care and attentiveness.
    3 people found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 4/5 Jordan W. 5 years ago on Google
    I'm not going into details. All I'm going to say here is the "male" treatment works. It took a month to kick in, but hallelujah, it works. Doc is nice. Staff is nice. It's clean. There are TVs. I would give it 4.5 if I could. I had to take a star off for parking though. There is a lot in the front which is either vacant or completely full. I had to park at Zippy's twice because their lot was full. Not good, but everything else was fine.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Phil G. 4 years ago on Google
    Received treatment, very much satisfied with the results. Dr. and staff are very friendly and answered all my questions. Made me feel really comfortable.
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 AHI A. 4 years ago on Google
    The receptionist is so nice and makes you feel very comfortable! Dr. Cho is very knowledgeable on the procedure and answers every question you ask about the procedure. I am very please with the results and feel 25 years younger after the procedure. I highly recommend Activation Clinic!!
    1 person found this review helpful ๐Ÿ‘

  • 5/5 Alex E. 3 years ago on Google
    Staff are very knowledgeable, courteous and helpful. Dr. Cho is very professional, skilled and attentive to the patientsโ€™ needs. High recommend the Activation Clinic!


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