Caring, attentive, dedicated staff at Integrative Health. This is a great model for what healthcare could be - priced according to a sliding scale, so everyone can access care with staff that treats all their clients with dignity. Don was my acupuncturist - he took the time to discuss my health holistically then gave me appropriate treatment. He's such a soothing presence to be around. Great work all! read more

Love coming here, and have been a few years now! The people are always super friendly and the work is great. Recently found out they take my work insurance too! There are a few locations which makes it nice, but I've been coming to this one for awhile now so am used to driving the distance an the rapport has been built. This is not a spa style treatment facility, it's an open floor plan but the massage rooms are completely seperated and nobody can see you undress (read another review so thought i'd address it). It is a different experience and honestly took me a little bit to get used to but come monthly for a chiro appt and weekly for a table acupuncture and it's become normal. I think it's just because everyone is conditioned a certain way it seems "weird". I love what they do for the community and plan to keep coming back as much as I can! read more

My son and I just came home from our chiropractic appointments with Dr. Dave McCann, and I wanted to spend a minute sharing my appreciation. I had a bad experience at a chiropractor's office years ago and didn't feel the courage to seek another doctor until I met Dr. Dave. These past four years, he has been my chiropractor, my nutritionist, and one of the greatest healers I have ever known. Dr. Dave created a nutritional and supplemental plan for me that helped me get off medication. When I became pregnant, his weekly sessions supported all the aches and pains of a pregnancy. A week after my son was born, he too became a patient of Dr. Dave's. My husband is also a patient and considers Dr. Dave a true healer. It's hard for me to express how much Dr. Dave means to me and my family. He has met us every week with compassion and patience. He listens to us and provides space for true healing. It's so obvious that he meets the elements of his job with profound passion and professionalism. He is like family to us. I honestly wouldn't know what we would do without him. Especially in these very bizarre times, having someone you can rely on and trust completely to provide help and comfort - not to mention the immune-boosting functions of chiropractic medicine - is so incredibly valued. We are forever grateful to Dr. Dave! read more

I have been going to AAIH for several years to see Dr. Dave McCann. I've seen other chiropractors for years before seeing Dr. Dave and I wish I hadn't wasted my time with the other chiropractors. I thought I understood what chiropractic treatment was, but after seeing Dr. Dave I finally understand what a high quality experience is like! He is very knowledgeable and patient-centered. He is extremely professional and respectful! He genuinely cares for his patients! My health has improved dramatically and it's all because of him! read more

Had the best sleep ever after my session. Had the ionic foot bath and acupuncture. As a first timer I wasn't sure what to expect but definitely feel relief in my racey thoughts and able to sleep fully through the night. Thank you, I will definitely return read more

It was my first experience at Adams Avenue Integrated Health and I am incredibly happy I found them. I treated myself to a massage followed by acupuncture, my muscle tension was alleviated and I felt completely refreshed! Nicole was amazing and the entire staff was welcoming and friendly! read more

When this place was created it seemed to have had a vision ...to engage the community through wellness ,to support , to provide affordable alternative healing and healthcare to the community and to those in need. .. To provide awareness to those who may not understand the power of acupuncture, or massage ... It is not a spa ,although I have had that feeling there ,tea ,music and all ...It is not a dull uptight,clinic ...you may be open about anything that is ailing you ,as you should be if you are even willing to try alternative healing .. This is a place of sanctuary , a place to go and center yourself ..work on yourself as times can be tough, treat yourself good... your body needs more than we are willing to admit most of the time .. As a client ,volunteer and believer in this Clinic .. Please do yourself a favor and visit these amazing group of individuals ... they will heal you and help you... and you know ya need it ! All smiles , Namaste read more

I used to to go hear about year ago when they had a big building on Adams. I had a great acupuncturist there. I decided to go back after a while since they moved into their smaller space. They have moved to 3239 Adams Ave. On Adams and Bancroft. I found an amazing acupuncturist and he was very kind and very attentive. He spent a lot of time with me and really addressed all my issues that I had. Since I used to be a patient of theirs in the past they still had me on file which was wonderful and I was able to get a treatment right away. The new place is smaller but much more cozy and I felt very calm and peaceful there. It is a very soothing atmosphere and you can feel the good vibes just being in the space. This place is the best and I am very grateful for it. I would highly recommend this place to any one going for acupuncture treatment. Ask for Erich! read more

Go see Kim. She is the best!!! I can't say enough positive things about this clinic. I think it is great that they are offering services on a sliding scale. I am a student so I get a great discount. I had been getting acupuncture for the last year or so at various places in San Diego. It was hard to afford treatment though, I was paying around 75.00 per session. I tried PCOM for a while, and it was nice, it was more affordable and didn't have any real complaints. After I was involved in a serious car accident in December 2008 I continued with my normal acupuncture treatment for various aches and pains as well as to address some depression and anxiety. After the accident things continued to get worse. I went to physical therapy two to three times a week for over three months and some of the problems just were not getting any better. One day at school, one of my professors suggested I go see Kim. I was so frustrated with some of the slow progress from the accident, I was up to try anything, and I am glad I went to see Kim. I had been having sharp pain behind my right eye since the accident. The pain radiated down behind my ear and into my neck. No one knew what was going on, MRI's and X-rays couldn't pinpoint the problem. When I sat down with Kim for my first session she asked me lots of questions and we got to the eye pain. I showed her where the pain started and where it went. I described it the best I could. Kim said "Oh, I can fix that!" She put her finger on a point in the front of my neck and said "tender here?" It was the spot. Everyone, physical therapists, doctors, other acupuncturists, specialists, neurologists, all thought the problem was in my neck but they all looked at the back of my neck. Kim immediately identified the problem and she treated it. She put two or three needles in the area and then treated other areas. After my first treatment I felt better as soon as I walked out. The pain was still there, but I felt better. I went home and actually slept well. When I woke up the next day I had no pain behind my eye. It was the first time in almost four months that I had no pain there. It was amazing. The pain came back a few days later and I followed up with another treatment with Kim. Again, the pain was gone the next day. After about ten days the pain started to come back, another treatment, and gone. I continued to go in for weekly or bi-weekly appointments and continued to make progress everywhere. The pain behind my eye resolved and I mostly go in for pain relief in my back and to address anxiety issues. Acupuncture is an incredible way to address so many issues and having someone like Kim who knows what she is doing is comforting. Things take time to heal, you can't expect to go in and after one session be healed, but at the prices they offer you can afford to go back time and again and you will see positive results. I encourage all of my friends to go here. A lot of people are afraid to try acupuncture. Trust me, it is the best way to address many problems. The medicine has been around for thousands of years and having someone like Kim who has clearly mastered it treat you will have you coming back to address your various health issues. Just tell her what is going on and trust you are in good hands. In addition to acupuncture I have done several detox treatments via the foot baths they have. Give it a try, you'll be amazed at what the results show. To the people at Adams Avenue Integrative Health, especially Kim Fried, Thank you so much for all the work you have done on me. read more

There is something to be said when a nonprofit organization brings together and offers affordable alternative methods of healing to our community. The Alternative Healing Network, along with their clinic on Adams, has shown that you don't need to spend big bucks to heal one self. I've had the pleasure of attending their events around town, the last one was the Alternative Happy Hour at El Centro Cultural de la Raza in May. I Donated my $10 with pleasure and got a nice chair massage to start my healing path for the evening. That was followed by my first acupuncture session that focused on my ankles (play soccer often) from a fantastic lady from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine (PCOM). Lastly, I signed up for some energy channelling which left me a bit without words afterwards, literally. I had to slowly come out of it even with the calm bustle around I was still able to concentrate with the proper indications from the Reiki practitioner. I would've done some yoga too but don't think my ankles would've been too happy! So did I mention that this great healing was only a $10 donation?! I've always had the awareness that these types of "alternative" methods of healing have been around for ages and now we have a great community organization and clinic to teach us, economically, about these techniques. When you do something good to better your community know that it cultivates great neighborhoods. Thanks for been part of San Diego and bringing the healing arts and reaching out to those under-served communities less apt to this type of integrative health care to our town. Look forward to the next time! Cheers!!! read more

I needed to schedule a chiropractic appointment, fast! So I checked the directory and I check on yelp and this place looked like the perfect place to go. It was close to my apartment and worked with my schedule. So I called the office on a Sat.and left a voice message. I received a call back shortly -thumbs up- I talked to Ryan. He asked me a few questions and I told him that I was using my insurance plan through Kaiser. So he asked me a few more questions and he said all they would need to do is verify my insurance plan and I would be good to go for an appointment on Tuesday. I made sure that I was going to be charge the co-pay I was told from my insurance, which was $15. Ryan told me that I would need to pay for the appointment before hand, basically asking me for payment of their normal price of $45. I told him that I was not comfortable doing that because my copay is $15. Ryan reassured me that I was only going to pay $15 and that I would be seen on Tuesday. After the call I was relieved because I was in pain, my neck and my shoulder was hurting. So Tuesday comes along and I received a call 1 hour before the appointment from Bri (spelling??). She called to ask about my insurance info, which I already had gone through with Ryan. She basically asked the same questions and told me that the office STILL NEEDED verify my insurance for the $15 copay. At this point I was mad because 1. They didn't check my insurance prior to Tuesday 2. They called me 1 HOUR before my appointment! I had to call them back 30 min prior to my appointment to even see if it was worth me rushing from work to get to my appointment. Turned out they were still not able to verify it and had to cancel my appointment. Bri offered to reschedule but I definitely did not want to move forward with scheduling another appointment with this office since they did not do their do diligence in getting my info prior to my appointment to get the proper care needed, which is really too bad because I really liked the way Ryan was professional with me on my initial call. read more

FIrst and foremost. $30 for half an hour (for the lowest income bracket) is not much of a deal. An ordinary practitioner would charge $50 for one hour as a standard rate. So it's actually a slight mark-up. Otherwise, the help and atmosphere are terrible. I had Dr. Dave go to town on my spine producing little to no results (possibly causing more damage) and convince me to buy expensive and useless insoles. When I didn't schedule a follow up appointment (after going for a number visits) he never checked back in with me. Very unprofessional, and not at all about 'the community.' read more

This place was fabulous! I def recommend it to anyone. I got the detox foot therapy which blew my mind on how much toxins I wasn't aware I had. Also I got acupuncture from Dr. Maile Helgeson and she was informative, calm, gentle, helpful and had positive soothing energy that really helped the whole process. She also looked thoroughly at my charts to give me the best fit for my body/mind. I will be going back to visit them again soon. read more

I thought I had tried everything for my sinus problems. I had surgery three years ago and that did help a lot, but I was still getting headaches. This past year I recently started to get earaches as well. I took Sudafed like it was a multivitamin and then I realized, probably not so good to do. Someone then recommended acupuncture for my ears and sinus problems. This is where Adams Avenue Integrative Health saved my life! It was very easy to make an appointment. Your first visit you fill out a long form explaining your health history so make sure you get there early. Tea and water are available while you wait. You should be warned that everything is very open, which at first was a little alarming, but considering they are trying to do something positive for the community I don't care if I have to get treated on the street. There is a row of about six recliners and someone may or may not be sitting next to you with needles in their body. I sat at one of the chairs and spoke with one of the acupuncturists. He was very understanding and stuck about ten needles in me and told me to relax for about twenty minutes. I was very nervous, but hopeful at the same time. I went back once a week for the next five weeks. During my appointments I was put at ease and my acupuncturist always remembered to ask about my life and always remembered what was going on! Way more than I can say about my general practitioner through Kaiser. If you are ever on Adams Ave. just stop in to check it out and see what it is all about. I believe there is something there for everyone! read more

This remains my favorite health clinic I have been to of any kind. My most important reason: results. They have such an interesting approach and talented staff. It's wonderful that they're able to keep their prices so low. read more

Love this place!!! I go to Cindy for acupuncture. She is so sweet and attentive!!!! The business is a non-profit so proceeds go to medical assistance for those who can't otherwise afford care. Plus, their services are on a sliding scale, so whatever your annual income is is how pricing is based. Obama Care and regular insurance is typically not going to provide you with alturnitive medicine, so this is something I'll actually be able to afford for my well being. Thank you Cindy! I'll be back again!!! read more

I was sick with a cold a couple of weeks ago and I considered my options: One, I could TRY to get in to see the doctor and be told there was nothing she could do and that I should take some over-the-counter meds (and deal with the icky side effects), or two, I could set up an appointment for the next day at Adams Avenue Integrative Health and bliss out in their office with some healing acupuncture, soothing music, and even a tip on some helpful Chinese herbs. I'll let you decide which option I chose. read more

I've had acupuncture, massage and chiropractic done here. You really do get the feeling that everyone here wants to help you reach your full potential. The price is definitely reasonable considering how much I end of spending on healthcare with western medical professionals. If you are looking for an alternative medicine route, you have a variety of staff at this place that can help you. read more

I know it sounds fabricated... but this place has changed my life. Really, walking through life NOT being in pain can really put a spring in your step. Dr. Dave (chiro) said on my first vist to give him a month to see if I felt better, that was in April 2011 and I've seen him weekly since. (I don't have to go every week, but I insist!). I also see Robin for acupuncture which is amazing and very powerful. Their prices really make this kind of personal care possible for me. I love the supplement line that Dr Dave prescribes. Between the chiro, the supplements, and the acupuncture I am starting 2012 happier and healthier than I have ever been! read more

I had a terrible, terrible cough for over 3 months, had seen two different (western med) doctors, was completely dependent on inhalers, cough syrups, prescriptions- had tried antibiotics, various steroids. It kept me from sleeping, was becoming an issue at work, and was interfering with my social life. Went to Adams Avenue Integrated Health out of desperation (and a recommendation from a friend... still... I was a little skeptical), and saw Erich. Had a minor acupuncture session (my first), and was recommended an herbal supplement. Literally, 3 days.. my cough was gone. GONE. Talk about a change in life quality. I can't overstate my gratitude! read more

(This review is just based on my experience with Dr. Dave, the chiropractor.) Gotta say, Dr. D is AMAZING. I've been going to him because of discomfort in my sacrum and neck. I never realized these things are also what has kept me from being able to do a "full" push-up, despite working out and trying to strengthen for months. Today, Dr. Dave worked on some old injuries. By the time I got home, I could do full push-ups again. Turns out it wasn't really a strength issue, but an issue of muscles talking to nerves. (OK, that's my terminology, he might not say it the same way.) Also, I spent several MONTHS trying to work through this with another chiro. Dave got me there in just a few sessions. He's phenomenal. read more

I've been going to AAIH for over a month now, treating various ailments, and they have been very helpful to me for treating back pain, fatigue, poison oak, and other ailments. It was very relaxing, and I like the atmosphere. I've had treatments with various acupuncturists, and I'd like to try the chiropractic and energy healing services. They really are mindful of your experience. read more

Great service, appointments are always available. Great punctuality with appointments. Great people it's really nice to try alternative healing, with people that actually listen to you. It's great option for people looking for something different other than the normal. Great job! read more

Most affordable naturopathic medicine and TCM visits! You're also contributing to a non-profit project that provides free-to-low-cost services for underserved communities in San Diego. They're awesome! There is tea for you to relax with while you wait. Family friendly, too. read more

I have been coming here for over three years and keep coming back because it has literally worked wonders. The chiropractor & energy healer are a personable and caring couple who do amazing work. Love this place! read more

Read the review and decided to give it a shot. I've been fortunate to have had acupuncture before. Didn't have a good experience!!!! No relieve of sciatic issue at all. Then told I have to do 8 return visits in the next 2 wks. As I read on I see a pattern. Besides filling a 8 page review on my life before speaking with them I would not recommend this place. There are much better!!! I'm sure its a good effort for the community but I don't have faith in the practitioners! Oh and only street parking and minimal at that. Don't recommend. read more

Adams Avenue Integrative Health Center is amazing. It provides an amazing healing resource in the community with incredible practitioners we are blessed to have this Establishment read more

I disloacted my thumb and couldn't afford health care. I received Acupuncture everyday for a week and I now have full function. I am forever grateful. read more

I found these guys when I went to the Adams Ave. Street Fair. Last week my asthma was giving me a terrible time!! I came in and the soothing atmosphere made me feel better even before I got my acupuncture. Don treated me and after 3 treatments I was feeling better than I had felt in weeks! He encouraged me to use my inhalers as my doctor had prescribed. I like the fact that we could talk about my western doc's treatments along with the acupuncture to integrate eastern and western techniques. read more

I have been going to AAIH since the start of Febrauary this year. My father had passed away in January, and with the stress of having to handle all the arrangements, expenses, and what not, my blood pressure had gone through the roof to dangerous levels (213/135). With no medical insurance, and no real like for Western Medicine, I gave AAIH a shot. With the first few visits, my blood pressure dropped down to around 140/100. Still not great, but a shock to the system to see it drop so much so quickly. I have been seeing Dr. Dave and Colleen every week since. Some for my blood pressure, but also for some chronic aches and pains associated with my job. Everyone at AAIH is caring, knowledgable, and considerate. If you're looking for a spa style place, this isn't it. They focus on health and well-being, and not the fluffy spa like stuff, but if you're looking to heal your body this is the place to do it at. read more

This place in AMAZING! Acupuncturists are all great, love the place... it's so peaceful. Perfect way to end my day :) Acupuncture does wonders! read more

The heath center is a blessing that I am extremely grateful to have in my life. I have been a patient here for over and year and have received nothing but top notch health care from friendly and patient professionals who really CARE!! The sliding scale makes it possible for me to seek treatment that I would not otherwise be able to afford. Dr. Dave has gone above and beyond time and time again to ensure that I left feeling relief. He has taken the time to e-mail and call me when I had questions as well - no doctor does that anymore. It is a very personal approach that I find refreshing in an age of digital convenience. I have received acupuncture from Dr's Don and Erich and have found both to be personable and professional. Sessions with both of them have yielded significant improvement in my back pain. For massage I have seen Sean a few times and have been quite happy with the results. I have been treated for everything to from common back pain, to injuries from yoga and hiking to a parasitic infection I acquired overseas. Every single time I have left healthy and happy. I cannot recommend the integrative health center enough, it is an amazing place full of experienced and friendly practitioners who share a passion for health and wellness. Thank you to Ryan, Dave, Don, Erich, Sean and everyone who works there for providing the services you do! read more

I was visiting San Diego and needed some relief from neck pain. I was able to get an appointment and received a great massage. I'll be back the next time I visit SD. read more

I have gone here a few times and it is always a hit or a miss just depends on who you're seeing and how crowded it is. The star removal is because they are not upfront about what you get for the costs. For example, a half hour clinical massage is $40 but includes only 20 or so minutes. Granted the massage was good, I just feel a little cheated because the other 10 minutes was supposed to be for a consultation and I got about 3 minutes to explain my issue. read more

I went in hear for a leg issue. The reception lady( I totally forgot her name) was amazing! She was so nice and welcoming. The actual acupuncturist was outstanding. She was very knowledgeable and made me feel at ease. Her treatment really helped my leg issue. It kind of felt like there was negative energy leaving my leg during the treatment. I know that sounds weird but it's true. I highly recommend!! read more

This place is relaxing and affordable and Robyn is a great accupuncturist. This would elsewise be a 5 star review, but, I went in for a chiro treatment an instead mostly got a 30 minute presentation about methylation and felt it would have been nice to know in advance to expect a 30 min power point about their consent and chiropractic practices. While I can't speak to the validity of methylation, i just think I feel my expectations should have been better set in advance of the appointment. The methylation pitch went on too long even after I expressed I wasn't interested and if that's going to be the whole basis of care then let people know up front. read more

Aja gave me a Fantastic full body massage today! I know I'll be back.

I just have to say that the Adams Ave. Integrative Health Center is a godsend. I'm so thankful for all they do in Normal Heights and other under - served neighborhoods in San Diego. The therapists are excellent, the location is convenient, the price is right. Every experience I've had there has been positive. read more

I have been coming here for several years for chiropractor mostly but also acupuncture and massage. I love how I feel immediately after a service. I have slight scoliosis, and sports injuries and they have helped me manage my pain and heal! I have improved my posture, strength, and stress. They offer a sliding scale and student discounts. They also offer free services in low income areas around San Diego. read more

I did not have a good experience at this office. Today would have been my first chiropractic treatment with Dr. McCann. However, because I would not sign arbitration release forms for acupuncture and naturopathy, neither of which treatment I was getting, he would not treat me, saying he "wasn't comfortable" with either my not signing or my adding the fact that these modalities would not be received today (changes to contracts are made all the time and are perfectly legal when initialed by the change-maker). When I go to a hospital, I don't have to sign releases for treatments that I will not get; same at my health clinic. It is ridiculous to require entry into a legal contract for services which will not be rendered. I certainly won't pursue any form of treatment at a place that prefers to let someone continue in pain if that person will not sign releases for modalities neither wanted nor scheduled. read more