I had accupuncture today with Kai, and she was absolutely lovely. She really took her time with me, and had zero rush in her energy, and I truly felt cared for. All in all, It was a healing experience, and with just one session, I did feel it helped. I've been having pretty severe hot flashes and she said it was a yin deficiency.. and gave me the herbs I needed. About 10min into my session I felt some of the constant heat I always feel calming down, and I felt very relaxed and happy after. I've had accupuncture many many times, and at 3 other places. and even if they were good. They rarely gave me that time to listen to me, so that was nice. Good price as well. Highly recommend :) read more

Nice location and the acupuncturist was very knowledgeable. It was quite different from when I had gone to previous acupuncturists. She didn't rush and really took her time to sit with me to address my concerns. read more

Dr. Howard Yang, you are the best caring person. Concern. For your patience. Loving and caring. To make them feel better. Control of the pain you're the best. read more

First-time acupuncture experience. Two wonderful acupuncturists met with me, talked with me about my medical history and identified the points that needed to be addressed. Their initial examination was very comprehensive, both acupuncturists took around 30 minutes to get to know how they could help me. During the acupuncture, I felt a wash of release. I walked away significantly more calm, balanced and with less pain. My only regret was that I waited so long to come in! read more

One of the best acupuncturists I've ever had, it's helped me a lot, the acupuncturists are really knowledgeable, caring, and thorough, they also do herbal medicine, so glad to have this in LBC read more

This is an update to the previous review for my fertility treatment. I am happy to say Doctor Cho helped me successfully keep my pregnancy and eventually give birth to a beautiful and healthy baby boy. Dr. Cho helped me with acupuncture as well as herbal treatment, for an amazing pregnancy free from most pregnancy discomforts. Thank you Dr. Cho. I'm looking forward to your return! read more

Recently went into this place for the first time to seek treatment for my back pain. I've had back pain for the longest time and when I went in, the staff and especially Dr. Yang tried his best to help me out. He consulted me and told me that I had a lot of tension on my back and my neck. After, I was escorted into a room and Dr. Yang put some needles on my back and it was surprisingly painless. I felt very relaxed. Then, I got a massage by a woman named Joann and she was amazing. I felt the tension on my back and neck go away. I am definitely coming back here to get treatment again. Overall, the treatment here was so soothing and I would recommend this place. read more

My first time doing acupuncture and I can't say enough about the personalized care and loving treatment I have been receiving. Dr. Howard is a true healer and anyone who has even thought about acupuncture should come to him. He has healed my mind body and soul with his methods. I went in for low blood pressure and after three treatments I feel a million times better. He cares he listens and he truly wants you to feel better. A true find which doesn't happen very often. Thank you Dr. Howard for all you have done for me. I look forward to seeing you as soon as I leave you office. Don't want to forget the girls in the office either they always work with my schedule to make sure it works for meand Crystal who did my massage was incredible and also listened to my concerns and had helpful info. read more

Dr Howard is really cares and he knows what he does. He is helped me recover from chronic chest pains and pain/ache residues after shingles. The acupuncture is really work. Thank you so much my doctor.^^ read more

Despite the negative comments I gave this place a try and it's not bad as others say it is... I too have been poked with pen looking needles but despite the language barrier the doctor has explained it to me clearly why it was better then the acupuncture.... as "Jennifer" complained about the 20% and paying $25... it is because of copay which is pretty normal for clinics. It depends on what insurance you have and how much it covers.. It says its originally $85 on yelp and gives 20% off for first timer!!! So I don't know why she is bashing as if she has been ripped off. It isn't "some arbitrary number" as she thinks it is. It upsets me that some yelp reviewer will complain about great companies and give them bad name because they don't even try to communicate instead they just want to receive royal treatments. Over all this was the cleanest place I've experienced that's near by and the staffs are friendly and tries to explain to their best knowledge on why and what they are doing. PS. If you don't understand something then ask for clarification. I would go again if time permits. read more

I highly recommend this place. The whole staffs are dedicated and they  know what they are doing. Especially Dr. Yang is such a warm, positive, and caring person. I always felt so relaxed and refreshed after the acupuncture appointments. I have suffered with chronic lower back pain and neck issues for years. I was desperate for some relief. After the first treatment, my muscles were so relieved and relaxed. With 3 treatments, My mobility has much improved and my pain is gone. If you are seeking an acupuncturist for whatever reason, please do try this clinic first. Don't hesitate, just make an appointment. You will be more than happy. read more

Dr Youn was phenomenial. It was my first time receiving acupuncture did not know what to expect. Left the office feeling renewed and balanced. The amount of personal care that I got showed that she truly cared about my well being. I will definitely be seeing her. Life changing experience. She treated all my areas of discomfort with acupuncture and cupping and gave great recommendations for stretching as well as herbal treatment. Great customer service from the front desk. Will definitely be coming here every month. read more

Dr. Cho is the best acupuncturist in Long Beach!! He really listens to what you have to say and is focused on getting to the root causes of the imbalances in the body. He has helped me greatly. Thanks Dr.! read more

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Dr. Howard yang has changed my life. I've suffered from depression, anxiety and insomnia for years. After a few sessions and some Chinese herbs I can finally get a good night sleep. I continue regular treatments, and it has significantly improved the quality of my life in many areas. I highly highly recommend. Thanks you Dr. Howard yang read more

I wanted help regulating my periods, so I decided to go to Dr. Cho. I've lost about 35 lbs in the last year, and this has helped my problem. I've started to plateau a bit, and thought maybe acupuncture might help. I went to Dr. Cho twice. The first visit was $80, $60 for each consecutive visit. I gave up after this, since I felt like it was a waste of time and money. Dr. Cho seems really caring and I wanted to like him and wanted acupuncture to work. I really did. However, his instructions were very vague, and quite frankly, I thought he sounded like a complete quack. He told me to take a bath after our first session, "Fill the bathtub with water, very hot water, but only up to your waist." Please tell me what sense this makes. Not sure how much of this was due to the language barrier. He also told me to try to lose weight. Did he not listen to my story about 35 lbs that I lost? Shit, why do you think I'm here? I also felt like he knew that I make decent money and was trying to get more out of me. Seemed like there were a whole lot of extras. Herbs were and additional $20 per dose. He wanted me to see him 3x a week. Really? Who could afford this? One word: disappointing. read more

I have seen them for many treatments. The consult, recommended treatments and attentive care are top notch. Ask about package discounts and pay ahead of time for a great deal. As always, you have to have confidence in your doctor and I have had nothing but a great experience. Highly recommended. read more

I've gone to Howard for many years now and I won't go anywhere else. I have suffered from back, neck, & shoulder pain since I was in college playing sports. I have tried many places for pain relief and nothing worked. Until I came to this place. I could not recommend this place enough. Howard truly changed my quality of life and I now send all of my family and friends to him. If you suffer from chronic pain or any pain, do yourself a favor and make an appointment. You will be glad you did. read more

Amazing experiance! I was struggling with neck pain , I decided to try West Acupuncture and I am so glad I did. MK is very insightful and knowledgeable. The facility is conveniently located, plenty of street parking and it is very relaxing and spotlessly clean. They accept health insurances and have very reasonable rates. I was unsure Iwould see results, because the treatment was painless, no needles...i know right? I came in barely able to move, crying at night kind of pain, I left his office there was little change. Over the next few hours I had huge progress with my neck pain and migraine relief. My body was back to normal in a few days . read more

Love it!!!!!!! Amazing staff, the 2 ladies took a lot of time to evaluate my concerns, they listened and helped me get rid of my migraine! They hit the necessary pressure points and I feel sooooooooooooo much better!!!!! read more

Dr. Cho is the real deal! For years I have had severe shoulder pain with no explanation as far as western medicine could offer. Trying to be open minded, I gave acupuncture a try and it's great. After four treatments, my shoulder pain has completely vanished and he is also treating me for stress too. I'm sure the stress treatment will take some time to alleviate, but it is well worth it. Dr. Cho is a professional and a well trained acupuncturist who can really help make a difference in the physical and mental quality of your life. read more

I was pretty disappointed in this place. After getting excited that this place was close to home and covered by my insurance I decided to make an initial appointment for weight loss. I wrongly assumed there was a standard consultation process but my visit was short, informal and I couldn't understand the doctor. "MJ," while nice and all, was very nervous and asked me lots of questions. He came up with the conclusion that my pancreas was really strong and my kidneys were week therefore I would need to "detox" to balance it out. He didn't stick any needles in me but instead used this very painful metal pen that has a needle it in and he would prick me on my body multiple times. It hurt really bad--like wasp stings. Then the procedure was over, which took maybe 15 minutes and I couldn't understand him and he left. He mentioned something about discussing my diet and exercising but never came back to the room. I went to the receptionist, confused, and asked if he was going to come back to discuss diet. She looked perplexed and said she didn't know about that, but figured it would be the same diet recommendations and printed out a sheet of things not to eat. She didn't bother to go ask the doctor. Then, even though I gave her my insurance ahead of my appointment (a couple days prior) for verification, she lost my info and didn't know what to charge. I told her I was responsible for 20% of the cost and asked what the total was, since I had already called my insurance ahead of time to verify the coverage. Rather than tell me the total she said she will just charge me $25... Some arbitrary number... and I'm sure not 20% of the cost of that 15 minute treatment. My insurance told me Acupuncture businesses often overcharge and the insurance pays you back so I assume that will be the case. I just left feeling confused and not certain what "treatment" I received. I won't be coming back. read more

I met with Dr Cho today for the first time around 2pm today. His office was very easy to find and parking was just a block away. I have to say he is the perfect mix by being both friendly and carrying yet remaining an extremely competent clinician. In my opinion you can't lose with Dr. Cho as your acupuncturist in Long Beach!! read more

Do yourself the favor! Came In with a really tight and painful hip and neck. Naturally, I carry my stress in my shoulders and over time my entire back was feeling like crap. I came in all stiff and left with no pain. 10/10 will start coming weekly to manage my knots. read more

West Acupuncture, provides a great service, that includes clinical massages and korean medicine. The staff is friendly and I have experienced excellent results for some of my health issues. I definitely recommend West Acupuncture to anyone looking for a natural way to treat many health problems. read more

Wonderful Dr. Cho! Currently helping me with severe back pain and improving every day! Using a combination of acupuncture and herbal remedies has helped a lot. Have reduced the amount of pain pills that I have been taking. Highly recommend Dr. Cho and plan on seeing him in the future. read more

Constantly being stressed and anxiety from work I came here for acupuncture and a massage. And to my surprise it helped me relax!! It has a very relaxing environment!!! I really needed something to help me and this place has provided!! Although, there are some massage and acupuncture place nearby I like this place better!!!! read more

Very good service, went there for treatment and was treated professionally all throughout my stay.

My sister recently had a foot injury so we decided to check out West Acupuncture. Dr. Yang was very accommodating and kind. My sister is afraid of needles but his method was very relaxing and painless. I would definitely recommend this clinic to anyone. You can tell Dr. Yang wants the best for you and your health. read more

Dr. Howard worked with my husband to find the best approach to deal with a chronic Muscle Pain. We both find him to be exceptionally diligent, patient and understanding. We recommend him highly. Thank you Dr. Howard! read more

Dr. Cho is really amazing! I had suffered from stiffness and pain in the neck and shoulder for 6 months. After acupuncture treatment with Dr.cho, my stiffness in the neck and shoulder problem was completely alleviated. He is an excellent acupuncturist! He knows what he is doing!!!!! Thank you Dr. Cho! read more

I was traveling for work and had pinched a nerve in my neck the night before arriving in Long Beach. I couldn't turn me head or lift my arm the morning I arrived in Long Beach. I had to act quick as my profession would not allow any downtime to heal. Luckily I found Dr. Cho, he fit me into his schedule immediately that morning and by late afternoon after my appointment with him I was feeling 90% better and could move my arm and neck. Dr. Cho is truly a skilled and wonderful acupuncturist! read more

Had slight lower back pain and lots of shoulder problems before coming here! Dr Howard Yang was very friendly and helpful. Treatment felt great and the pain alleviated in no time! Would highly recommend! read more

This March I had a terrible pain on my lower back, left leg and feet. I went to my physician and he gave me a pain medicine but, it didn't work. I took X-ray and it showed disc disease with spinal stenosis(sciatica). They referred me to see the specialist but I couldn't wait for the appointment due to the severe pain. I couldn't sleep, eat and I have no energy. I lost 15 pounds. Luckily I found "West Acupuncture", Dr.Cho treated me with acupuncture and herbal medicine right away. And I felt better and better, within 3 weeks my pain is all gone. Now, I feel energy and my appetite came back. Thanks to Dr.Cho for his kindness, sincere attitude to his patient, but most of all, his remarkable skills. I strongly recommend him to you as a brilliant Acupuncturist !!! read more

Dr. Cho is an amazing acupuncturist. He has in-depth knowledge of human body and is very skilled at treating exact symptoms. I have been going to him for a couple of month and am extremely satisfied with the results. He is very considerate towards patients, and treats each case on an individual basis, adapting the treatment to the needs of the patient. I highly recommend Dr. Cho, do check him out, he treats a lot of things and has sure results. Thank you, Dr. Cho. read more

I have a workers comp case and I went to a very subpar acupuncturist. It was horrible. I'm so grateful I found Dr. Yang at West Acupuncture. The moment I walked in, I noticed the office was peaceful and clean - already ten times better than the first place I was sent to. Everyone at West Acupuncture is really kind and nice. I received massage and acupuncture. They really took their time with me. And the massage ladies, Joy and Sonnie, really helped me a lot! The massage combined with the acupuncture was like magic. I was even able to sleep that first night, too, the first time in a long while. And Dr. Howard explained what he was doing and why it was healing. A true teacher. And he let me know that I would have cycles, good days and not so good days, but the good days keep getting better. I am in excellent hands. They are truly healers here. Now I want my daughter to go, too. read more

Dr. Cho has magic hands I swear! I have to first start off by saying that I was in a really bad car accident almost two years ago and have tried chiropractic care, massage therapy, and pain killers to try to alleviate the excruciating pain I've lived with all day and every day. I finally decided after walking past Dr. Cho's office all the time to go in and do a consultation. I instantly felt a connection with Dr. Cho. He really empathized with me and what I was going thru. When I would go see my regular physician he would just tell me to toughen up and give me some pain killers. Dr. Cho was very patient, thorough, and intelligent and realized that the route of my pain was coming from my stomach. I have been in so much pain from my back and neck for such a long time that my pain turned into frustration, frustration turned into depression, depression turned into anxiety and my stomach was a mess! I decided to do a 10 treatment package with herbs, cupping, and acupuncture and started feeling relief after my second treatment! I have to admit that I was a bit of a baby at first because I hate needles! But Dr. Cho is so gentle and sensitive that he made each treatment very comfortable for me. I would actually look forward to seeing Dr. Cho because he brought so much positivity and hope into my personal life. He taught me to stay positive in life and think happy thoughts. If you do good things in life and treat others nicely, good things are sure to happen to you too! This is a basic thing that we should all know right?! Well I think sometimes we need to remind ourselves to stay positive, smile, and just be happy! I'm happy to report that I feel amazing after my treatments. My back and neck pain is almost completely gone! I highly recommend Dr. Cho if you are having any type of chronic pain, depression, or anxiety. I can't thank "Mr. Magic Hands" enough! read more

Oddly enough when I went to be seen the same thing happened to me as another patient who wrote a negative review. Nasty comments were made about my weight despite being a regular healthy weight for my height according to traditional medicine. I found this very disrespectful as this is not even a negative and has nothing to do for what I seen for. This accupuncturist has a terrible vibe don't go there he is not to be trusted. The positive reviews might even be friends or coworkers. read more

I was referred to Dr. Yang by a friend of mine who had the similar shoulder pain that I had. Initially, I was reluctant to take a long drive since I was skeptical about its effect but decided to give it a try. On the first session Dr Yang explained about the procedure and suggested the acupuncture on my shoulder. He put a several needles on my shoulder and let me rest for 15 minutes. Amazingly, the pain went away after a quick session. There was no medication. Simply several needles. I would definitely recommend Dr. Yang if you have discomfort on your shoulder. It worked for me. read more

I'm a kinesiology student at CSULB so I'm constantly working out and playing sports. I've been experiencing some back pains from lifting and basketball so my dad recommended me to Dr.Howard at West Accupuncture since he has an office in Long Beach, right by the convention center. First thing I got was a warm greeting from the receptionist and I headed to the massage room and Kiet blessed me with a much needed fully body massage. It was crazy how Dr.Howard knew I had some neck problems just by just looking at my posture. The needles barely hurt and he worked on my neck as well as my back. I was initially feeling sore from the massage but after a couple days it definitely felt better and noticed the increased ROM on my back. Major positive about the experience was that he was very friendly and knowledgeable. Thankfully my insurance is covered by this place so I'm definitely gonna be back for some more healing. read more