Blossoming Lotus Acupuncture

Available by appointment

Certified professionals

I had a terrible pinched nerve near my scapula as a result of sleeping oddly on a camping trip…read more I've never had or heard of anything like this (and neither had Akasia) but she solved it in a single session! I think most people are carrying far more tension and pain around than they need to. I've done my shoulders, low back, forearms, jaw, and more. I never released until releasing the small muscles in the top of my neck that you should be able to look straight up in one smooth motion, with no impedance. I'm a regular at AcuGroup now Five stars from someone who thought needles etc were too "woo" for me. Once your muscles start jumping and releasing I think you'll update! I've recommended all my friends and family to Akasia, and just now remembered that I also need to leave a review!

(I am copying this review from one I left on Jeannie's personal Yelp to make sure it's visible for…read moreAcuGroup, too) Jeannie is a miracle worker! I won't bury the lede - her holistic approach (not just acupuncture) allowed me to get pregnant after a single month of weekly treatment after a few months of trying on our own, at age 39 (!). From our first appointment, I felt that I was in good, capable hands. She has a really well thought out intake process that's much more detailed than what you'd get with other acupuncturists and even functional medicine providers, and she actually acts on the information in the intake form. I have some background in science, nutrition and healthcare and was very impressed with her wealth of knowledge - not just in terms of classical Chinese medicine, but also the most recent integrative Western medicine research to address any concerns and quality of life issues thoughtfully, safely, and effectively. Her intake was very calming and consisted of a back and forth about treatment goals, where in addition to easy to follow advice, she'd recommend additional resources like podcasts or reading if I expressed interest, and she event offered me a device to use for free because she had one at the office. This was followed by a soothing acupuncture session in a darkened, calm room and wave sounds. She has those red lights for your feet or body to make you feel extra cozy during the time the needles are working (which, by the way, are extremely thin and not to be feared - it's a small prick and that's it). Subsequent appointments were also very enjoyable - I felt like I was going to a combination of a spa and true medical guru. Jeannie answered my questions thoroughly and if I had any new concerns come up would readily suggest lifestyle, dietary, or supplement interventions to help, which were effective a number of times, in addition to placing needles at points meant to support whatever was happening. She also has a number of helpful handouts on all sorts of topics. When I first arrived to see her, my nerves were frayed and I was sleeping poorly, and within a few appointments the acupuncture shifted me to a space of more calm and better sleep (it's not my first time with acupuncture, so I knew it'd be helpful for this)... and then I got pregnant! On a personal level, I think Jeannie's warmth and passion for helping, as well as her considerable knowledge base, was a big part of the treatment success. She is truly a gem and has a great sense of humor when you need it, and is very subtle and nurturing - the perfect clinician. She even followed up with me after I sadly had to move far away to make sure that I was getting good care from others. Truly, this was one of the best medical experiences I've had to date (and that's not even counting the incredibly quick pregnancy!); we are so lucky that she still makes the trek to SF for seeing patients. As an aside, the SF AcuGroup office is very easy to get to via public transport, and is always clean and calm. I enjoy seeing all the holistic and Chinese Medicine books on their shelves and the overall pleasant atmosphere.

2.0 mi•Financial District

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Chistine Edmonds, 2017 Triathlon World Championships in the Netherlands.

Traci Kanzawa, LAc - Zone Acupuncture

5.0(28 reviews)

15 years in business

Certified professionals

I generally don't write reviews here, but I have been so impressed with Traci's professionalism,…read moregrace, and kindness, and the effectiveness of her treatment, that I just had to say something. So why am I not surprised by the unanimity I find among these other reviews? If you are considering acupuncture or zone therapy as a modality to address your needs, or even if you are just in search of healing, somehow, some way, you should make an appointment with Traci and you'll find the answer to that question. Please read what John S. has to say for a catalog of specifics, but what I'll add is that Traci is laser-focused on treating the whole person. That may sound like a contradiction, but Traci consistently goes beyond dealing with specific, narrow conditions (I came to her with post-chemo neuropathy in my hands and feet which we have effectively erased) and insures that every aspect of your health moves in the direction of well-being. I have never felt as healthy, overall, as I do now after seeing Traci for the last seven months. Beyond her treatment and therapy, my experience has been that all the things you read here about Traci being calm, caring, empathetic and uplifting are absolutely true, and have compounded the value of my experience. Finally, I can't resist saying that her location (in the way-cool Mechanics' Institute) is an island of calm . . . a place you feel healing begin just being there. Thank you, Traci!

Explained professionally. I believed in what she was doing and what I would be better. My ankel got…read morehealed.

I love practicing acupuncture in my hometown of San Francisco. (Location of photo: Ocean Beach)

I also love my new office in the Financial District!

Traci Kanzawa, LAc - Zone Acupuncture - Zone Acupuncture treatments balance the six different systems of the body in order to facilitate optimal health.

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Zone Acupuncture treatments balance the six different systems of the body in order to facilitate optimal health.

Aaron Yu Acupuncture Clinic

4.9(75 reviews)

1.9 mi•Chinatown

Dr. Yu is kind, patient, and knowledgeable! The consultation was more comprehensive than we…read moreexpected: it included both a massage and acupuncture, so it's a full treatment experience. The level of care here is hard to find!

Dr. Aaron Yu had been recommended to me by two people. I was…read morevery much impressed by the treatment that I have received today by him. I have joint issues, arthritis, stiffness and pain. He spent a lot of time with me, Doing acupuncture, Doing physical manipulation of joints, Doing cupping. He did something to my very stiff fingers, and now, for the first time in at least 15 years, I can really make a fist again on my right hand! Just amazing! I'm looking forward to seeing him again the week after Thanksgiving to continue working on my hips and knee joints particularly, and to continue working on my fingers and hands also. I highly recommend Dr. Aaron Yu Acupuncture !

2.2 mi•Financial District

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This is the way in . Chinatown can be a little confusing.

Point of Life Acupuncture

5.0(107 reviews)

Paola is a great health practitioner to have on one's team. She's very caring with an array of…read morereatments to treat various conditions from chronic to seasonal to physical trauma. I highly recommend her. The office is comfortable with caring staff and all are responsive.

Paola is an amazing doctor and I am grateful to have found her. I was referred to her by my…read moreprevious doctor of 25 years who had retired to Hawaii. I have found support in healing chronic pain and managing allergies. I consider regular visits an important part of my health regimen.

One of our three treatment rooms

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Chinese Hospital East West Health Services - San Francisco

4.6(25 reviews)

1.9 mi•Chinatown

The only thing that has EVER helped my lower back pain from a car accident has been acupuncture…read more This place is amazing... clean, fast, friendly and convenient.

I was trying to pay with credit card for payment and I was told that they don't accept credit card…read more CASH ONLY. I said I don't have cash. I was told to go to the bank and come back

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Middle Path Acupuncture

4.9(78 reviews)

I have been coming to Dr. Adam for a little over a month and have been really happy with the…read moreresults. I had a lot of stress going on in my life and it really helped me relax. Dr. Adam is extremely nice. I have been to other places before and he is by far the most experienced. His office is very calming and cozy (not as commercial like other places). I definitely recommend him to anyone seeking acupuncture.

Dr. Adam is incredible! I can't recommend him highly enough! I wish I could visit him regularly,…read morebut I don't live in Northern California. I found him on my insurance provider list, as I was prepping for my trip to San Francisco for my first ever Alcatraz Sharkfest Swim! I was really excited about the race and had trained for months, incorporating regular treatments from my local acupuncturist in West LA, when three weeks before the swim I got hit with Covid. It was a rough nine days before I was finally negative, and even then the symptoms stubbornly persisted. I felt weaker and my head was foggy--I worried I wouldn't have the energy, strength, and stamina to compete. Still, I didn't want to give up--it meant a lot to me to finish this race. I knew my best bet would be to get one last treatment the day before the race. Fortunately, Dr. Adam had availability at the ideal time & place for me! His treatment was thorough and effective, incorporating cupping, acupuncture, acupressure, and a little massage. I felt so much better afterwards and felt fantastic for the big swim the next day, which I not only completed successfully, but thoroughly enjoyed! Thanks to Dr. Adam, I completed my bucket list dream swim! Now I look forward to participating every year--and will definitely be getting a treatment from Dr. Adam to be in prime shape for it!

2.2 mi•Financial District

Treatment Room #2

The waiting area with new lighting and art

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Throughout the entire office are HEPA air filters and high velocity fans to keep the air circulating all year round.

LAC Health Center

4.7(79 reviews)

I cannot recommend Nancy and her acupuncture clinic enough! I came in with painful, stuffy sinuses,…read morea headache at the front of my head, and neck discomfort. Nancy's knowledge and expertise were evident from the start. She placed needles in my legs and feet, which at first confused me--I didn't understand how that could help my sinuses--but I felt the effects immediately. I could breathe so much better! She also placed needles in my head, which alleviated about 60% of the pressure right away. By the next day, the improvement was up to 80%, and now, three days later, I have zero headache and no sinus issues at all. I am beyond grateful to Nancy for her care and skill. Although my insurance doesn't cover acupuncture, the rates are incredibly reasonable--comparable to what you'd pay for a massage at any spa. Plus, they were able to fit me in for a same-day appointment when I really needed relief. I will absolutely be returning to Nancy for other ailments. If you're considering acupuncture, this is the place to go!

LAC is my go to clinic for physical problems and discomfort! I have tried most of the services here…read moreand have nothing but great things to say about the professional services, ease of scheduling and pricing! I love how clean the rooms and beds are, and they always make getting in and out a breeze with no extra / unnecessary waiting time or paperwork Special shoutouts to Ping and Michelle. They gave the best massages and always check with you on the pressure and pain points to customize for you!

Cupping to help tension muscle.

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Conscious Chiropractic & Acupuncture

4.8(98 reviews)

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Undeniable the BEST in SF!…read more I've been going here for more than a decade and could not have survived the pandemic without the body work I have been able to get - chiro adjustments, acupuncture and massage. Beyond 5 stars - they are just that good!

Highly recommend Traci Kanzawa…read more I've been seeing Traci regularly for almost a year. I was injured at work due to repetitive injuries and decided to give acupuncture a try. I got to the point where it hurt to hold a fork. It literally hurt to feed myself and it was impossible to do any tasks. Previously, I had months of physical therapy and even after doing muscle strengthening exercises (religiously!), not much had changed. I happened to chose Traci out of a limited worker's comp list and I am SO grateful for it. She is truly an amazing human being with so much knowledge. Traci is someone who is passionate about what she does and she actually CARES about her patients. I continue to see her even after my comp case closed for maintenance. I always come out so relaxed after she does a mixture of needles and cupping. And honestly, the cupping just feels so damn good! Come with an open mind, invest in yourself and get healed.

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Andreas Schwerte, OMD, LAc

5.0(45 reviews)

I am a lifelong athlete and serious lifter and have gone through many different forms of pain…read morerelief extensively. Recently, I injured my back was struggling in my recovery. I was recommended to Dr. Schwerte by a friend and I got acupuncture done. He is a amazing at what he does in all ways. Everything is professional, he is always on time, he is very understanding of my situation. I am afraid of needles so acupuncture was a mental challenge for me but he was very caring and understanding with his approach. I will continue to get acupuncture going forward as part of my recovery.

I first visited Dr. Schwerte about 2 months ago at the recommendation of my chiropractor for…read moretreatment of a particularly stubborn bout of lower back pain. I've dealt with chronic back pain for the past ~20 years and this was my first experience with acupuncture. To be honest, I was skeptical...it's not that I didn't believe that acupuncture could help people, it's more that I didn't quite believe that acupuncture would help ME when nothing else I've tried has consistently helped. I was wrong. Within 4 treatments, I was virtually pain free. I still had/have problem areas that we're working on, but I went from skeptical to believing that a long-term pain-free existence could be in my future. My only regret is not finding Dr. Schwerte and trying acupuncture years ago. If you have chronic pain, I cannot recommend him highly enough!

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The Zhao Acupuncture Clinic

4.6(49 reviews)

1.9 mi•Chinatown

I came to Dr.Zhao recently due to headaches, pain radiating upward towards the back of my head,…read moredizziness and pain on my shoulders and neck. I was able to call and book a same day appointment. Dr. Zhao is a retired doctor who works 3 days a week (Tuesday, Thursday and Saturdays) because of his passion for healing and fixing people's health problems. I was in tears because I was in so much pain and so dizzy. He calmed me down and told me he would fix me up! He used a combination of acupuncture, cupping and body/spine manipulation. He recommended a pillow and some pills for me to take home. Dr. Zhao is not cheap, the appt with everything costs $400! ($250 for each session plus initial first time $50 fee) I was still not better so I came back in two days. He poked me with needles and moved my neck around. I do feel better after I have seen him but I think my problem is too far gone with my neck. It's years of posture, sleeping wrong, stress, anxieties that have built up these muscle and neck tightness that is so hard to get rid of. It's been 2 weeks since I saw Dr.Zhao and I'm still not 100%. However, he did a lot to help me, he is a kind and patient man and ever since I saw him, I can breathe soooo much better and deeper. I felt like I couldn't breathe very well before I came to see him. I like him so I also took my husband to see him. He's been having right shoulder/back pains for years now, who knows where it comes from. Could've been the car accidents or work out wrong. After 1 session with Dr. Zhao, my husband is feeling a whole lot better. He still feels the area is a little off but his pain is completely gone and it's been a whole week so far. He was in so much pain! I highly recommend Dr.Zhao for all your ailments. There is no quick fix to any health problem. You need a combination of meds (possibly), lifestyle changes, exercise/stretches, stress reduction etc. Dr. Zhao can propel you there but you have to do the rest yourself too. For example, I'm doing more neck exercises now which I have never done before and I work on the computer 8 hours a day. I have changed my pillow to an ergonomic one. I'm being more MINDFUL in general of my neck and how it responds to my anxieties and stress (it gets tighter). Dr.Zhao sure is expensive but he is a healer and a good one.

I urge people to write more reviews. I know as most people who come here do not post reviews. I…read morewent here 15 years ago for back pain-a misaligned bone. He popped it back in place. Because the muscles in my back have adjusted, I have to go multiple times. And also because this place is located in SF, I had to try other chiropractors, due to the distance. I have tried 3 other chiropractors from berkley to fremont. All did the same thing-crack your neck, back and hips. The same exact way. While I did feel a little better, I could've cracked it myself. I finally gave in because those people couldn't do it and weren't listening to me, so I went back here today. Zhao knows what he's doing. You tell him and he will fix it for you. Other chiro will try to get you on a subscription plan to come 3x a week, blah blah blah (especially the ones who partner up with kaiser). You only need to come to Zhao once or twice and you are good. They do charge a a little more than other places, but it might be worth it for you. They only open Tuesday, Thursday and Sat as of now, but yoi can call and they will answer even on their off days. Call early, because they were booked for the whole day the last time I called. Also, check the area first before you come here because parking is a hassle. I really miss this place.

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Goody S.

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9 years ago

I went to Renee in late summer, as I was dealing with a severe body wide outbreak of Lichen Planus. My body was covered in spots that were beyond itchy and in many cases very painful. I could not work, could not function and was left wondering when or how I was going to treat this condition. My dermatologist was telling me my only choice was steroids or very aggressive anti-malaria pills that would kill my immunity system. None of that appealed to me and I honestly felt I was throwing more fuel on the fire with these exotic drugs. No one could tell me the cause. And worse, now One had a solution or any idea how long it would last. Renee changed the tone of the discussion. She was direct and honest and work closely with me to start a herbal treatment that started my long recovery. The night I started the herbs is the night I started to see my body change. I had to change my diet, start meditation and general stress management and with all of this, my skin has miraculously healed and is recovering now from the greatest shock it has ever dealt with. Renee was calm and very knowledgeable (she could walking circles around the licensed dermatologists who barely knew what I was dealing with). I am a solemn believer in less drugs where possible and now see that herbal medicine is and can be as potent or effective as any western medicinal regime. Renee did a brilliant job helping me navigate this very challenging illness. I highly recommend Renee for treatments. The more challenging your medical issue, the more you will appreciate her care and attention read more

Satori P.

16 years ago

Renee is an excellent healer. My husband and I went to SF to visit family and in the process of traveling from VA he caught a really nasty cold. He was pretty sick for a few days. A friend recommended we go see Renee. She is so kind and gentle. Her needling skills are wonderful. My husband who is deathly afraid of needles said "it didn't hurt at all." Amazing. read more

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