Acupuncture at CORE
At Santa Cruz CORE, we have a passion for what we do. We make an effort to spend significant time and energy with each patient to ensure their needs are met. For us, it’s more than just acupuncture; the acupuncturists work with multiple healing modalities during an acupuncture session to get you feeling better. Working to create positive change in the body, we use a combination of needling, moxa, gua sha, cupping, ear seeds, massage, and Tai Chi and Qi Gung. Each individual is treated as such, an individual with an unique body and we use our various tools to create the most healing we can in each session. We also provide acupuncture at our Watsonville location.
What Sets Santa Cruz Core Acupuncturists Apart?
The acupuncturists at Santa Cruz Core boast a stellar reputation in the community, earning widespread acclaim for their dedication to holistic healing and personalized care. Renowned for their expertise, they blend traditional acupuncture techniques with modern integrative medicine approaches to provide comprehensive wellness solutions. With years of experience and advanced training, they have successfully treated countless patients, addressing a myriad of health concerns with compassion and empathy.
At Santa Cruz Core, our acupuncturists stand out above other practitioners due to their unparalleled compassion and empathetic care. Beyond merely treating symptoms, they prioritize forging genuine connections with each patient, taking the time to truly listen and understand their individual needs and concerns. With a deep understanding of the mind-body connection, our acupuncturists approach every session with warmth and sensitivity, creating a safe and nurturing space for healing to unfold.
At Santa Cruz Core, our acupuncturists deliver an unmatched level of advanced care to every patient, setting a new standard in holistic healing. With extensive training and expertise in acupuncture and integrative medicine, our practitioners offer cutting-edge techniques tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. Our commitment to staying at the forefront of research and advancements ensures that every treatment is informed by the latest evidence-based practices.
Santa Cruz CORE Specializes in the following treatments
chronic pain
hormone balancing
quitting smoking
orthopedic limitations
back pain
migraines and chronic headaches
stress management
fertility
anxiety
insomnia
skin conditions
chronic disease
arthritis
auto immune disorders
Gua Sha
Tai Chi
Dry needling
Traditional Chinese Acupuncture
Moxa
Herbal Remedies.
Do you live in the Santa Cruz or Watsonville area?
Our local new-patient special has you covered!
Ancient Practice & Modern Science
Qi energy circulates throughout the body along specific pathways called meridians. As long as this energy flows freely, health is maintained. When the flow of energy is blocked due to stress, lifestyle or other causes, the system is disrupted and pain and illness occur. Acupuncture works to restore normal functions by stimulating certain points on the meridians with fine needles. The specific combination of points is chosen after your TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) practitioner applies in-depth systematic TCM diagnostic techniques, used to address the root cause of your symptoms and identify potential patterns that may cause disease or illness.
The primary focus of TCM is on correcting the underlying cause of an illness or disease and thus producing lasting relief. Symptoms can often be relieved in a matter of hours or days, but correcting the illness itself is a much longer process. It is important, therefore to take an adequate number of treatments to ensure the best results.
Acupuncture is an ancient healing modality originating in China. It involves the insertion of very fine, sterile metal needles into the body at acupuncture points. These acupuncture points are powerful accessors to the rivers of energy or meridians that run through our bodies. The meridians regulate energy flow and thus determine our state of sickness or health. An unbalanced body is in a state of sickness, which has various manifestations. A balanced body is in a state of health. Acupuncture works to restore balance in our body’s energy flow so that our mind, body, and spirit can achieve its birthright of health and wellness.
Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture
Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture is a non-invasive method that works with your body to enhance your complexion and reduce wrinkles and fine lines! Very fine acupuncture needles are placed on and around the face to draw circulation to the area and create minor ‘trauma’ (the same principle as laser face treatment) so that the body produces more collagen to the areas of reduced collagen/wrinkles. The body is also treated holistically, so points are chosen for acupuncture that treats the individual and their own imbalances which may lead to premature aging.
The Nu Skin Galvanic Spa treatment clarifies your complexion and fights signs of aging using advanced technology. This patented technology works in two stages to leave your skin in optimal condition a Pre-Treatment Stage and Treatment Stage. The Galvanic Current adjusts to your individual skin needs and works together with the Galvanic Spa Facial Gels to drive the ingredients deep within the skin, and to remove any impurities and pore clogging debris.
Cupping & Gua Sha
Cupping and Gua Sha are methodologies under the heading of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Cupping and Gua Sha are highly effective for treating musculoskeletal disorders where blood and energy have become stagnant, causing pain. It is also very effective for overall health / immunity, asthma, and digestive complaints. Cupping involves a suctioning cup that is either stationary or moved over the skin, drawing out impurities and improving blood flow to the area.
Gua Sha involves “scraping” the skin with a tool made of buffalo horn, jade, or porcelin. By doing so, blood flow is improved, tension released, and pain reduced. Both therapies will result in what the Chinese refer to as “Sha” – markings of color ranging from a light red to black which appear on the skin after Cupping or Gua Sha. These marks indicate that the toxic energy or blood has been resolved and new blood is able to circulate in the area. The marks may appear strange to the onlooker, but the person receiving the therapy feels immensely better and will heal faster. Marks generally go away completely in one to two weeks.
Chinese Herbal Therapy & Nutrition
Chinese Herbal Therapy and Nutrition involve prescribing traditional Chinese herbal combinations in the form of tea, tincture, pills, powders, washes, plasters, or patches in order to effect healing. Nutritional, dietary, and lifestyle counseling involves assessing a person’s constitution and addressing its rebalancing through advice with its roots in the traditional chinese thinking of tastes, temperatures, and temperaments of persons, seasons, and foods.
Medical Qigong
Medical Qigong is a part of Traditional Chinese Medicine that focuses mainly on energetics. Although its idea may be less palpable than acupuncture, cupping, or herbal therapy, its principles are the same, as are its effects. Medical Qigong is a hands on or hands off approach that involved the practitioner re-balancing the patient’s energy fields. It can be used alone or in combination with acupuncture or cupping. Areas that are stagnant are moved and regulated, areas that need bolstering are tonified, and areas that are excessive are drained. Medical Qigong is useful for any disorder that acupuncture is also useful for. However, it excels in the healing of emotional and mood disorders, which are often the precursors to any number of physical disorders according to the concept of mind-body.
OUR ACUPUNCTURISTS
Real Client Testimonials
Articles & Resources
A Comprehensive Approach to Restful Sleep In the bustling rhythm of modern life, the quest for a good night’s sleep can often seem like an insurmountable challenge. Insomnia, with its disruptive influence on our well-being, affects countless individuals worldwide. While conventional treatments exist, they often come with limitations. However, the integration of various therapeutic approaches […]
Read MoreType 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) poses significant challenges beyond its primary effects on blood sugar levels. Individuals with T2DM often experience a myriad of associated signs and symptoms that impact their quality of life. While conventional treatments focus on glycemic control, complementary therapies such as acupuncture offer promising avenues for addressing these secondary manifestations. In […]
Read MoreAcupuncture can be a goof choice for those suffering from depression. Depression, often characterized by persistent feelings of sadness and a lack of interest or pleasure in activities, affects millions worldwide. While conventional treatments exist, alternative therapies like acupuncture have garnered attention for their potential to complement mainstream approaches in managing depressive symptoms. Acupuncture, a […]
Read MoreEndometriosis is a gynaecological condition that affects about 10% of women of reproductive age (“Endometriosis,” 2021). Women who suffer from endometriosis can have a range of intrusive symptoms including pelvic pain, pain during intercourse, and painful periods. Endometriosis has no known cure and its treatment revolves around symptom management. Acupuncture may be an effective complementary […]
Read More