Effective results in a short amount of time!! I am so grateful to finally be pain free and have the freedom to not only resume my active lifestyle, but to also be able to go about my normal daily routine. For the past 8 months, I struggled to heal from lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow) and a neck joint that was out of place creating immense neck and upper back pain. Prior to being treated by Melanie, I was beginning to fear that I may never return to my prior level of functioning. I couldn't remember what it was like to turn my head without severe pain. I had resigned to the fact that simple tasks like running the vacuum or preparing a meal would always equate to pain. I had sought relief through physical therapy, massage therapy and chiropractic care- trying each healing modality independently and consistently, allowing time for my body to respond to the intended care plans. My pain level would decrease for a few days, but never for more than a week at a time which was so frustrating. My massage therapist recommended acupuncture to identify and address the root causes. Within the first 2-3 treatments, I had significant improvement: Pain had decreased and range of motion increased! Melanie utilized a variety of techniques that allowed for consistent and lasting relief, week after week. I completed a total of 6 sessions and never regressed during or after the treatment plan (this review comes two weeks after completing the care plan and am still feeling great!). I am once again able to workout and enjoy activities I had been avoiding for months because of pain. I am so grateful for the gift of Melanie's expertise and compassionate care! I loved that she has the dual experience as a specialized nurse and acupuncturist; I feel it lended to a comprehensive approach to treatment and a deep understanding of the human body. read more

Melanie with Synerqi Accupuncture Center has been a road to greater health. Every session has been therapeutic. Open mindedness for accupuncture treatment is definitely beneficial towards a healthier way of life! read more

Melanie is so competent, knowledgeable and patient! She asks tons of questions to get to the root cause/source of the pain. I've tried acupuncture in the past, but I feel that I'm responding to Melanie's treatment better and faster than the previous providers. We're moving to more of a maintenance schedule, and I'm looking forward to better health due to Melanie!! Brian S. read more

I have had nothing but a great experience with Melanie. I have been struggling with vertigo for over 7 months and seeing her has helped me get back to my normal routine and self. She's also encouraged me with a change of diet and herbs to help in that area. read more

We are from out of town and are in Salinas for the weekend for a softball tournament. I called Synergi for an acupuncture treatment late in the evening for a next morning treatment. Melanie agreed to see us this morning and treated my daughter. She was in a lot of pain and Melanie gave her an extra 30 minutes at no extra charge. Melanie also gave her 3 extra treatments that the acupuncturist we normally see back home doesn't do. Melanie explained each treatment to my daughter and I and my daughter walked out pain free!! We are very appreciative of Melanie and highly recommend her!! read more

First off, I rarely, if ever leave reviews on anything. However, Melanie has been so exceptional, I simply have to share my experience so others hopefully can benefit as I have. I had a broken toe for almost 5 months and no matter what I did, it was not getting better. I made an appointment with a podiatrist and got a second x-ray. According to him, after all of that time, it was only 50% healed. In desperation I sought out Accupuncture for the first time in my life. I came across Melanie at Synerqi Accupuncture, and made the first appointment she had available. Upon meeting Melanie, I found out she was a Registered Nurse. In speaking with her, I could discern right away that she was well balanced with her views of both eastern medicine and western medicine. She was not completely one way or the other. This was highly valuable to me. She took my overall history, and recommended several things nutritionally that would aid in my recover, as well as some things that would be beneficial for me to avoid, such as inflammatory inducing foods. Due to me having 8 total non-related surgeries on the effected leg where the broken toe is, blood flow past those injured areas to my feet and toes is not 100%. After her assessment, she recognized this fact, and recommended an herbal formula that encourages blood flow. What I appreciated about her, is she first made sure that it was okay for me to take with 3 of her fellow colleagues, who are educational professors, due to a graft that I had surgically placed. This was a great sign for me that she is not careless about her recommendations but truly wants what's best for her patients. Although she does not take insurance, most insurance companies now do recognize and see the benefits of Accupuncture, and therefore most of them do cover Accupuncture. Subsequently, Melanie is able to send super bills to you after each visit so you can give to your insurance company for reimbursement. This is what I did. I saw Melanie 3 times a week, for one month. After the treatments, and following her nutritional recommendations, as well as taking the herbal formula, my toe is almost completely healed. I wish I would have tried accupuncture years ago for other nagging injuries. In fact, I am now getting Accupuncture on 2 other areas of chronic injury, and I can feel my body responding so well to the treatments, less pain, and a noticeable difference in sensation upon feeling the injured areas. I now call Melanie, "My Healer." In all seriousness, she is absolutely astounding at what she does. If you are looking for an Accupuncturist, DO NOT LOOK ANY FURTHER, this is the one! She is the real deal and incorporates her vast pool of knowledge to each individual patient to get the best possible outcomes. I hope you see her and benefit as I have! read more

I found Synerqi Agopuncture Center by chance, it was a very lucky meeting for my body and for me. Melanie was immediately very helpful, open and very kind, she immediately put me at ease. I arrived in her office practically unable to walk, muscle pain, tension and sciatica in both legs. From the first session I had a great benefit, the pain significantly reduced, the second a greater relief. what to say THANK YOU !! I am very happy and can't wait to do the next one. See you at the next session. Thank you! Sandra read more

Amazing job helping my daughter last min. Very knowledgeable with what she needed to help her. Highly recommend Melanie. Wish we lived closer I would be a regular customer read more

After 30 years of repetitive use of my hands, I developed De Quervains in my right hand/wrist. (Inflamed tendon, that I just could not get any relief from.) The pain was excruciating to the point that I didn't know what to do anymore. I almost gave into surgery, until I started going to Melanie. She is beyond awesome! I have no more pain in my wrist and she also helped me get rid of my hot flashes, that I was having numerous times a day. She has help lessen my arthritic pain in my foot, as well. She is very knowledgeable and helps discuss your diet, as to get you quicker results. She makes sure you are comfortable and relaxed. If you have never tried accupuncture, I highly suggest you do. I have only seen positive results. read more

Melanie has been extremely helpful in my recovery from frozen shoulder. She listens, make suggestions for my overall health as well as helping with my shoulder. I highly recommend her. read more

Melanie is AMAZING! I recently started seeing her after I got an unexpected diagnosis of facial palsy which triggered a lot of stress and anxiety for me. Each visit, she greeted me with the kindest spirit that translated into her acupuncture work. She is the most gentle person I have met when it comes to placing the needles on the pressure points. She really takes her time to do a thorough evaluation of your concerns, history, and needs; and would even check in periodically to inquire about my progress. Within a short while, my Bell's Palsy was completed treated, and her sessions for anxiety and fatigue always left me feeling extremely energized the following day after treatment. I would recommend Melanie to anyone exploring acupuncture or looking to establish long term care. Her work speaks for itself, and her caring personality makes her an amazing acupuncturist! read more

Where do I even begin!? Melanie took me in on the day I called because I was in sooo much pain. I had a horrible knot in my back/shoulder blade, literally in tears. Laying in bed hurt, sitting upright on the couch hurt, even turning my neck cause pain. Let me tell you, that night after acupuncture and cupping was rough but the next morning I felt a HUGE difference. She really cares and is amazing. I tell everyone and anyone who listens about my experience. read more

Melanie Santos was very thorough ,compassionate , professional and very conscientious. She came in to work on me, during her day off. I thoroughly appreciate her empathy for me in my discomfort. I would highly recommend Melanie Santos. read more

I went in desperate for relief for my PMDD and generalized anxiety disorder. I read acupuncture could help with my PMDD. Melanie was knowledgeable, professional and expressed genuine interest in helping me. First session was amazing. I left feeling refreshed, relaxed and everything seemed sparkly and happier. My PMDD has not been as bad all this week. I can't wait to continue my sessions with her. Highly recommend. read more

I just recently had my first visit with Melanie and I could not have had a more wonderful experience. She took her time before we started to understand me and what I was struggling with and what I wanted to do. She was very gentle and kind during the acupuncture which made it easy to relax and enjoy it. Melanie really cares about her patients and checks in with me to see how I'm doing and does everything she can to help her patients. I really recommend her. :)) read more

Melanie is amazing! I have been an RN for over 20yrs and I believe in science, but now I also firmly believe in accupuncture! I suffer from ailments related to osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia and multiple spinal surgeries. She has helped me tremendously and I highly recommend her to anyone I can. Open yourself up to other possibilities of healing and you wont be dissapointed. read more

Melanie was very professional in her treatment of my issues, and approached it with many solutions including acupuncture, herbs and nutrition. Her western medical background was a plus along with her passion for Chinese medicine. Thank you Melanie! read more

I am forever grateful to Melanie on how much she has helped me improve my health and how much she continues to help me heal with every visit. Acupuncture has hands down helped me more than any other treatment or service I have tried and I can't thank Melanie enough for helping me on this journey. She is very knowledgeable, patient and caring. I would 100% recommend her center to everyone! read more

Melanie is really helpful she answers any question you might have and explains everything she is doing. My husband started his sessions because he got diagnosed with Bell's palsy and by the second session we where able to see a big difference in his face. His eye is starting to have more response and is not tearing as much as it used to. read more

As this was my first time, I was a bit nervous. Melanie made feel comfortable and at ease. She explained everything she was doing and what to expect. I felt quite relaxed. I will definitely return. read more

Amazing! I went in for pain and weight management and I felt the difference after my first treatment! Melanie is so knowledgeable and is great with making people feel comfortable during their treatment! read more