My first impression was that the office staff weren't very professional. After being there an hour…read moreand not even seeing the doctor yet, I was starting to regret going, thinking I might be wasting my time. When I finally did see the doctor I realized it was worth it. He was very knowledgeable and was extremely thorough. He went out of his way to check my insurance to see if it covered massages. He didn't have to do that himself, that's what his office staff should have done. I

Dr. Tekippe gives very effective adjustments…read more I do feel a little claustrophobic in his office though - it is small. And there are always tons of people there, whether in the wait room or exercise room. Most wear masks, but the staff does not make patients put them on if they aren't wearing them (which makes me uncomfortable, especially in a small space). Also, the staff was charging me $20 per visit, even though I knew my insurance paid in full (and were telling me that was my insurance copay). When I asked the doctor for a refund, he informed me that $20 is for the "extras" that my insurance doesn't cover - so if you use the roller table, stim, heat/ice packs, or the exercises/stretches he shows you at the end of your visit. I will go back for adjustments only, it's not worth it to me to pay $20 a visit to learn new stretches - I never use the roller table, stim, or heat/ice packs). I'm guessing this extra charge also only applies depending on your insurance. It's worth a visit to try him out and see if his adjustments work for you.

I can't say enough great things about Dr. Christina Melendreras. From the very first appointment,…read moreshe was incredibly knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely invested in my recovery. She took the time to understand my injury, clearly explained the treatment plan, and tailored everything specifically to my needs. What truly sets Dr. Melendreras apart is how effective her approach is. Thanks to her expertise and hands-on care, I recovered much faster than I ever expected. Every session felt purposeful, and I could see and feel real progress almost immediately. Beyond her clinical skill, she is kind, encouraging, and professional, which made the entire physical therapy process a positive experience. I always felt confident that I was in great hands. If you're looking for a physical therapist who truly knows what they're doing and delivers real results, I highly recommend Dr. Christina Melendreras!!

Highly recommend! Dr. Melendreras was very attentive and fixed the issues quickly! She definitely…read morecares about her clients.

Dr. Ryan is an awesome chiropractor. He's helped me a lot with my back pain highly recommended.read more

Let me preface this review by stating that I was terrified at the thought of going to a…read morechiropractor and have someone manipulate my spine. However, my spinal health took a recent turn for the worse and I was even less enthusiastic about going to an orthopedist and having them tell me that surgery was my only option. My woes began back in October when I was involved in a hit and run accident while riding my motorcycle. Although I was lucky to be alive and did not suffer life threatening injuries, I "tweaked" a lot of body parts, including my back. Things got a little better but I recently spent an entire day pulling up cement forms from a recent home improvement project. I could feel my back was stiff but I attributed it to a hard days work. However, when I woke up the next morning, I could not even put on my own socks due to the immense pain in my back. At the recommendation of a coworker (thanks Richard), I immediately called Dr. Ryan Russo at the Lakeview Regional Chiropractic Clinic in Lakeview. Even though it was a Friday and he was going out of town that evening, he agreed to see me. On my first visit, we discussed my issues, he took some x-rays and discussed some treatment options. He did not adjust me on my first visit, as he needed to see the x-rays first to make a proper diagnosis. I iced up that weekend as per his instructions and came back on Monday to begin my treatments. It was difficult for me to relax for my first adjustment, but Dr. Russo told me everything he was going to do, prior to him doing it so that there would be no surprises. I have been going for approximately three weeks now and have made significant strides towards getting back to my old self. Dr. Russo is a "younger" chiropractor (30something) and is interested in treating the cause of back problems and not just "chasing pain". His mission, as qutoed on his website, is "To restore and maintain health through chiropractic care, allowing patients to live their lives to the fullest". He also states on his website that "We're committed to putting your health first by finding the cause of your problem rather than chasing the symptom". I am a firm believer in him and his clinic, and he practices what he preaches about good health, which is also a big part of good chiropractic health. I have learned a lot from him about anti-inflammatory supplements and foods that will help improve my spinal health. He doesn't "push" these supplements on his customers, and actually does not even sell them, so they is no pressure to buy anything. Simply put, he is honestly interested in improving his patients' health in every way possible. If you suffer from any type of back pain and live in the Lakeview area, I implore you not to put it off and give Dr. Russo a call. Or, you can check out his website at http://nolachiropractor.com/ Stay healthy!

The staff are polite, Dr. Ben was thorough and set realistic expectations and goals for recovery. I…read morewas nervous to try chiropractic adjustment because I'd never done it before. The team reassured me and listened to whether it was too much pressure or not enough. Couldn't recommend these guys more!

Thanks to keeping with Dr. Ben's recommendations of stretching and strengthen along with a monthly…read morecheck in adjustment ...I was able to hike Camelback Mtn! First hike ever and over 50 and staying active with other interest; taking care of your body is wise. Thanks for all the tips.

Dr. Vu is great. I had the worst spasm on my back and he…read morewas able to make it better in couple of treatments. Also had pain in my foot and that was fixed in one treatment. I am from Los Angeles so I am used to getting acupuncture treatment from many great clinics and I was skeptical getting treated in LA but I am so thankful I found Dr. vu. Defiantly worth driving over the bridge to see him.

My first experience with acupuncture was in NYC in the 80's, for an ankle injury. Since that time I…read morehave prefered Chinese medicine over western medicine. I was a little skeptical about finding a good acupuncturist in the New Orleans area, but after looking at reviews I decided to give Dr. Vu a try and I'm glad I did. I feel like I am in good hands at Lotus. I have various issues I've been dealing with for a long time and don't expect a magic cure, but I do feel better after 10 treatments and leave every session feeling so relaxed I can hardly walk out of the office. These are good folks who truly care about your health and well being.

Went here in a pinch when my back went out. The office is very nice. Dr Thompson got me in there…read moreand adjusted my neck and back and gave me some great exercises to deal with my problem. I started getting better a couple days later. Pain free since then. First visit is a bit pricey at $85, but subsequent visits are $35.

Dr. DuBois is as caring and attentive as they get. In today's rushed medical world it's a joy to…read moresee someone who still takes the time to get to know you. I work at a desk all day, I know, I know it's a shame to not do something with flavor in New Orleans. Chiropractor Dr. DuBois makes sure I can still stand up after hours of abuse in my cheap desk chair

Grant is a fantastic acupuncturist!!…read more Every time I go I immediately fall asleep because the environment is so calming and peaceful. The room has the perfect balance of white noise, fans, and very soft music. Once the needles are in, Grant leaves the room and I fall into a deep and restful sleep. Grant is wonderful to talk to and he listens to my concerns and questions. I always feel so light and re-energized after going.

I cannot stress this enough - Grant is amazing. I've been…read moreseeing someone in NY for the past two months and was nervous about needing to find someone in the NOLA area to help me manage my pain. Let me tell you the relief I felt after this session. Really from the moment I walked in. Grant was extremely thorough, patient, and considerate with their work. Grant's space is beautiful and calming, and Grant immediately made me feel heard and comfortable from the moment Grant greeted me at the door. It was all around such a wonderful experience, that left me feeling better, relaxed, and centered. Go check Grant out!!

New Orleans Acupuncture is situated on the second floor of a Westbank office building, one of…read morethose industrial facilities endemic to suburbia that inevitably feature large swaths of plate-glass windows and depressing little peopleless courtyards. This particular office complex was so deserted I didn't encounter a single person on my way into (or out of) the acupuncture clinic. It felt like one of those post-apocalyptic movies where a sudden energy pulse or virus instantly wipes out all of humankind. The effect was not unpleasant. I showed up for my appointment in the (empty) waiting room and filled out pages of forms, which required information on everything from my drug use history to the state of my anus (does it ever burn? [no.]). Acupuncturist and co-owner Chris Tran led me to a small, windowless room featuring a padded table covered with rustling white paper. Framed embroidery of hummingbirds and morning glories adorned the walls, along with a drawing of a naked dude whose body was striped with meridians and dotted with acupuncture points. (FYI, guys: There don't appear to be any acupuncture points on the penis.) Tran spoke to me at length about my medical history and problems, then took my pulse and asked to see my tongue. "You have a scalloped tongue," he said matter of factly. "That's a symptom of liver chi stasis, which causes anxiety and excessive worrying." It just so happens that this is the problem I sought to relieve through acupuncture! I was impressed he could discern that just from looking at my tongue. "We had one acupuncturist who didn't even talk to patients. He just looked at their tongues and took their pulse," Tran informed me, adding that patients could lie about their symptoms, but their bodies wouldn't. After about 20-30 minutes of chatting about acupuncture and thoroughly and patiently addressing all my questions (e.g., "How was acupuncture derived?" "Thousands of years ago, a guy accidentally got poked in the back with a spear and then his back pain disappeared."), Tran got down to business, stimulating that sluggish liver chi by sticking pins in my ears, hands, feet and head. I've read a lot of acupuncture websites that are like, "Oh, it doesn't hurt!" And contrary to what ye olde innernets tell me, sticking needles in your body does hurt. Some parts more than others. "All the 400 acupuncture points have personalities," Tran said. "Some are loud; some are quiet. So some hurt more than others. It doesn't mean anything about your chi." I lay there for a while (probably close to an hour) and listened to Enya-esque jams. Every so often, Tran came in to check on me, and he gave me a little pager I could use to summon him. It was pretty mellow; kinda boring. If you're looking for a soothing, spa-type experience with aromatherapy and mood lighting, go elsewhere.This is pretty no-frills stuff. "You'll feel better tomorrow," Tran said as he plucked out the needles. He told me to take some kind of Chinese herb three times daily, and to get four or five more treatments spaced a week apart. He gave me a jar of the herbal supplements for no extra cost! Awesome, free liver pills! I paid $95 for the treatment, which was pretty reasonable, I think, especially considering that there's no limit to the number of maladies you can address in one session. Follow-up sessions are $75, and they do community acupuncture on Saturdays for $40 a sesh. Heads up - there's an $8 fee for running debit or credit cards, so you may want to bring cash or a check. And not surprisingly, my insurance didn't cover it. After the treatment, I was wiped out, so I just lay around and slept most of the afternoon. The next morning, I still felt pretty stressed out, but that evening, the fog lifted. I felt lucid and calm and generally positive about life. I scheduled my next appointment and have been dutiful about the liver pills. Overall, I give the experience a very enthusiastic thumbs up, and I'm sticking with the program (get it???? ).

Tim is a true healer, amazingly intuitive, attentive and knowledgeable. I've been going mainly for…read moremy kidney stone pain, and after a brief consultation he could tell other root issues and how to deal with my problems as a whole. After the first session my pain was 80% - 90% gone. My confidence, posture, and ability to keep my energy with me has improved astronomically. I highly recommend Tim and Accupunture Wellness Center, and feel blessed I found this hidden gem.