Gua Sha Acupuncturists near Culver City, CA

Great experience in diagnostic skill and treating an acute and chronic pain syndromes Very respectful to the patient condition we are taking carefully history and listen to the patient pulses and look at the patient tongue and palpate neck, shoulder upper and low back. refer patient for massage therapy, X-Ray and Blood tests if needed. I like to cooperate with patient prime care doctor. I do ear, scalp and body acupuncture and also use Abdominal Acupuncture and Gua sha (scraping therapy) I am also like To employ Yoga and Qi Kung practical exercises. I use Japanese style "Painless "acupuncture insertions. Wear Mask and gloves.

Acupuncture + Oriental Medicine is a time-tested path that helps in rebuilding and maintaining your health. Acupuncture is able to treat a vast number of ailments by utilizing highly individualized treatment plans. Through the use of thin needles, moxibustion, massage, nutritional + herbal counseling, aromatherapy + meditation, Melanie is able to bring your body into balance and create a reservoir of strength + energy to help maintain your health. Strong in the belief that optimal health is achieved when we integrate all parts of our being, physical, emotional + spiritual, Melanie believes that by educating + empowering her patients they can find their path to wellness.

Many of my patients have sports injuries, occupational conditions, auto related injuries, stress related disorders, mental and emotional issues and psychosomatic conditions. Their symptoms are acute inflammation, chronic pain and flare-ups of both. I treat carefully after referring specialists for acute severe cases. Then one of my goals is to get results as soon as possible and as much as possible. All of us expect faster and certain recovery with less treatment. If I'm not treating pain, my patients enjoy oriental medicine for the transformation of the body, mind and spirit, including karmic issues.

Acupuncture and Chinese medicine are useful for both acute and chronic conditions. Whether you've been struggling with ongoing digestive discomfort, irregular periods, menopausal symptoms, side effects from other treatments and medications, or injured your shoulder exercising, treatments are tailored to your individual system by taking into account your present complaint plus a deep dive into your current and past health history. If you need support understanding your health on a holistic scale, my services can be of assistance.

My ideal client is interested in returning themselves to optimal health, and is interested in doing what it takes to achieve that. I use acupuncture and Functional Medicine- science based herbalism and nutrition- to help them achieve these goals. I specialize in treating orthopedic pain conditions, Hashimotos's thyroiditis, Metabolic Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue, autoimmune, digestive, inflammatory, and chronic ill health conditions. The mechanisms behind these are one and proper identification of the underlying issues and proper treatment and lifestyle modification can have a dramatic impact. I use modern lab work along with traditional methods to identify these issues.

As a board licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist, I specialize in pain and stress management. I acknowledge that each patient has a unique set of circumstances that affect their overall well-being, taking into account both emotional and physical health. Having studied in China and Korea, I combine the best of traditional and modern bioscience, to create a positive healing environment.

Let me help you rid your body of pain! There is no need to suffer another day waiting and hoping that "something" will come along to bring you relief. It is HERE! Acupuncture and Oriental medicine are 5000 year old miracles of human learning, genius and healing, carefully preserved as a treasure for humanity. With my 40 years of experience in Western and Eastern health care and over 20 as an acupuncturist, I have seen and helped thousands of patients who had given up hope of recovery!

My ideal client is someone who is looking for perspective and a new way to heal their bodies from a holistic perspective. I see issues across the board such as: insomnia, gut health, pain, anxiety, depression, neuropathy, TMJ, facial fine lines and wrinkles, fatigue, post COVID syndrome and much more!

Conveniently located with offices in Downtown LA, Pasadena and the Westside, I am a Physician of Chinese Medicine with more than seven years of experience in the holistic medicine field. I practice Acupuncture as well as Chinese Herbal Therapy, Medical Qigong and Eastern Nutrition. In addition to treatments, I provide healing tools so you can be empowered in your own healing process. Tools include simple, yet powerful medical Qigong exercises, nutritional recommendations, and lifestyle guidance.

My goal is to help you achieve your health goals and improve your overall quality of life. As a Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, I integrate acupuncture, herbal medicine, nutrition and movement (yoga, qigong) to improve your health in a sustainable way. At the Center for Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine, we use this integrated approach in a beautiful, serene setting to address a range of health issues: Women's Health, Anti-aging, Facial Rejuvenation, and Cosmetic Acupuncture, Chronic Back, Neck and Joint Pain, Stress and Anxiety, Digestive Health and Skin Disorders. Thank you! Dr. Chianni Lin

I believe we have a fundamental right to enjoy good health: to sleep well, to awaken refreshed- to move through our days with abundant energy & clarity of thought- to feel connected to our friends, family, co-workers and our environment. Yet the stressful demands of urban living have made it increasingly difficult to lead healthful, happy lives. Chinese Medicine offers an opportunity to rebalance and to revitalize- to make positive changes in our well-being: to recover from illness or injury; to feel...better!

My main objective is to help others feel a renewed sense of energy & focus in their day-to-day lives and to help you achieve your maximum health potential. I believe that medicine is a partnership between Doctor and Patient and I will be available to you at every step of the journey to better health and wellbeing. My focus is on Women's Health & Anti-Aging Medicine. I am a member of The American Association of Oriental Medicine (AAOM); The American Acupuncture Council and The American Society of Reproductive Medicine.

*They provide patients with a unique experience combining traditional, esoteric acupuncture and herbal medicine to achieve overall health and wellness such as disease improvement and anti-aging. They had been engaged in the study of herbal medicine for over twenty years in Korea. Dr. Woo Chung has taught herbology at the oriental medicine university after getting his Ph.D degree in oriental medicine from ALU. Dr. Soon Chung was a pharmacist in Korea and has worked as a Diabetes instructor for patients at the hospital of ChungAng University in Korea. They have practiced around 10 years at Newport Beach and Irvine also.

Dr.Ghim Lam, D.A.O.M. (Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine), who train intensively in integrating Chinese and western medicine to boost the hormonal and endocrine system of the body to obtain an immediate result since 1988. He combines Painless Abdominal Acupuncture, Face-Neck Acupuncture and Neurological Acupuncture into his practice to helps patients eliminates neurological pain, stress, anxiety and depression effectively. Besides, he also received training from many masters from China, Japan, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Singapore in the early 80's, who taught him integrating the Body-Mind awareness to restore the patient's energy.

I have been in Chinese Medical Practice since 1986 after graduating from California Acupuncture College. I then enrolled in the Doctorate program at Samra Univ. of Oriental Medicine and received my credential in August 1988. I was licensed by the NCAA until 2007 and participated in their testing & licensing program. In 1996, I had the pleasure of being part of a group to study acupuncture in a hospital setting at the XiYuan Hospital of PRC and attend the 2nd International Symposium on Medical Qi Gong. The group was present for the opening ceremonies of the first government sponsored Medical Qi Gong Academy where we also underwent a rigorous course of training. In January 2006 I completed the Acupuncture Orthopedics course given by Lerner Education and received my credential to become a Diplomate of Acupuncture Orthopedics (NBAO).

Yifan Feng is a top-notched California Board Certified Acupuncturist with extensive academic and clinical experiences. Yifan Feng did his undergraduate study at UCLA, prior to pursuing studying medicine at Touro University. Intrigued by the opportunity of Oriental Medicine and Eastern Medicine, he pursued studying Oriental Medicine at Dongguk University of Los Angeles. He graduated at top 1% of his class with Summa Cum Laude Honor. He helped more than hundreds of patients at UCLA Ronald Reagan Hospital, UCLA Santa Monica Hospital, and Beijing Traditional Chinese Medical Hospital.

Self-care works better when you feel supported. Acupuncture has tremendous success in balancing the body and calming the mind. I can assess and relieve aches & pain. Guide you through the stress and strain of infertility issues, gastrointestinal issues, migraines or even a difficult cancer diagnosis. Patient education is an essential part of each treatment. Dietary and wellness counseling supports the work of the needles and herbs. Massage and subtle spinal manipulation is often included in treatments. Find out more about acupuncture, cupping, and herbal treatments.

If you feel out of balance within your body, or even in your life, then I would recommend acupuncture and oriental medicine. Some primary examples of imbalance include: suffering from aches and pains, feelings of youth slipping away, and daily waking up to a mental state of depression and anxiety. Everyone in any state of health, and age, can benefit from acupuncture. This medicine is holistic, and it understands the body and its relationship to nature. On a personal level, acupuncture can help you find who you are, treat illnesses, and help you stay healthy, naturally.

With over 20 years clinical experience, Dr. Barrett provides a most comprehensive form of Acupuncture and East-West Functional Medicine. Trained in the US & China, he is affiliated with Cedars Sinai and practices in Century City. His treatments are unique and begin with a consult when your condition, etiology and treatment will be explained in detail. As a treatment natural herbal prescription, diet & nutrition, therapeutic exercises, and stress management will be discussed. His philosophy is to minimize office visits by teaching you how to accelerate the healing process and maintain excellent health on your own.