The staff is amazing. Professional, prompt, kind and more. I highly recommend the services…read moreincluding acupuncture.

This is a amazing center for healing and a blessing for Chico. Finding American Chi has changed my…read morelife on so many levels. Many thanks to everyone there for being welcoming and kind.

It seems somewhat surprising that a healthcare professional who has been in business in Chico for…read moreover 30 years has no reviews. Not sure why this is. Richard Baume has been a California licensed acupuncturist since 1981 and also states he is licensed in Japan. Initial appointment is $60 and follow-up appointments $45. Some healthcare plans cover acupuncture, typically with a copay and often requiring a recommendation by a licensed physician. Mr. Baume appears to have a practice with many patients. So same day or next day appointments may not be available. His office hours are Monday through Thursday 8:30am to 5:00pm with lunch noon to 2pm. Mr. Baume uses very small needles so any discomfort is almost none existent. He also does what seems like a pulse taking diagnosis involving the electrical or energy systems that is described as part of "traditional acupuncture." In our case, each treatment took at most 10 minutes. We went for a neuro-muscular problem at the suggestion of a friend. We found Mr. Baume to be friendly but not particularly clear about how his form of acupuncture works or how many treatments are likely to be needed. His office has a brochure on his form of acupuncture that is available without charge and there is also information he provides on yelp. After weekly treatments for several weeks, the problem seemed to improve. But since the condition was not acute or recurring it is unclear if normal exercise and care resulted in improvement or if the acupuncture was the key factor. After each treatment we did not notice any decrease in muscle discomfort or change in the muscular condition, either immediately or after several hours or days. Our friends have been going to Mr. Baume for years and it is not clear if this is because it provides temporary pain relief or some other benefit. We would suggest that each person consider this and other local practitioners and determine if after a reasonable, or affordable number of treatments the condition improves. It also might be advisable to review the evidence for acupuncture in relation to specific conditions found on reliable medical sites such as the Mayo Clinic, National Institutes of Health or WebMD.

Have been receiving treatments for various occasional symptoms and periodic tune ups from Richard…read moreBaume for 34 years. Consider his unique knowledge and skills to be valuable tools useful in the effort to maintain physical, mental and emotional health.

I had never before experienced acupuncture and Amy made me feel very comfortable. She explained the…read moreprocedure and what the expectations might be. I plan continuing to receive treatments to help relieve back pain.

Referred by my chiropractor, I have been seeing Amy over a year. She is amazing no matter what my…read moreailment has been. She took care of my husband's sinus issues in 1 visit. I have had chronic neck and shoulder issues on my left side most of my life but as I have aged, I need help. Adding a frozen shoulder didn't help. Amy was able to handle that in a few visits. I suffered a broken hip this year. My pain level has been greatly diminished with Amy's help. She is great for any reason you might need accupuncture ans informative on any health related subjects.

I have been going to Chico Community Acupuncture since they opened and have received steady…read moreexcellent affordable care. I appreciate the care during the pandemic and now during these difficult times it is a place of healing and comfort. Whether it is for boosting my immunity, or post op knee surgery care; Olivia and others at CCAC keep my health and well being up for a happy life. Over the years Olivia has tended to joint pain, sinus issues, prevention of vertigo. I make monthly acupuncture sessions a part of my regular healthy regimen along with massage, tai chi, exercise, music and community events. Thank you to Olivia and Sarah.

I went to PinWheel Acupuncture in Chico for 2 years getting Full body treatments( to correct so…read moremany issues!) from Michelle, my life saver! But then, at This clinic 'policy' of treatment seems to be different (?) not even close to effectiveness for me anyway! I explained ( in painful tears!) my predicament of total body pain & complete discomfort but still .... pain was back after only a few days after! Appointments hence ? Only with Michelle do I get full relief after or so it seems. There's an undeniable clean /comfortable atmosphere. ...( scent free air!). Two practitioners to choose from. Just have to see who is your best fit I guess.

My first experience produced some positive results. I walked…read morewith greater balance without having to use my cane. She fixed an old shoulder injury(a torn ligament) in one session. It is difficult to identify every benefit, but in time I believe I will be able to be more specific.

In seeing another provider at another facility who also offers Tui Na massage therapy, since I saw…read morethis particular provider, I was able to realize how inexperienced this provider was in Tui Na massage therapy when working with someone with complex illnesses. After our session in which she preformed this therapy on the front part of my body, even though it was supposed to be the whole body, she claimed it would have been too much on my whole body, I was in more pain for over a week after treatment then before treatment. With my new provider I was not. The only pleasant part of the therapy session was the provider's awesome dog.

I have been working with Brae for years. I cannot recommend them enough, they are so attentive and…read morehave a gift for discerning what is really going on energetically under the surface. They have helped me shift not only the areas that are chronically stiff in my body, but by doing so they have shown me how to radically shift how I express my essential energy. Together we are establishing a new normal.

I've worked with Adrian a few times, focusing on my TMJ specifically. He's really polite and…read moreprofessional. I highly recommend him if you're looking for a good acupuncturist.

I've been going to Adrian for massage for several months. He's an outstanding massage therapist…read morewho can really hone in on problem areas in a gentle but firm way. I always feel great leaving his office! I think his acupuncture background really helps him zero in on the muscles that need attention. Adrian is a great guy, very calming and nurturing. The office is small and cozy and doesn't feel at all like a doctor's office and it's only a block walk from the 16th and mission BART station. His prices are very reasonable. Adrian is a real hidden gem. Shhh, don't tell too many people or it will be hard to get appointments :-) I can't wait for my next massage!

Everything! Everyone is very kind from the ladies up front to the ladies in the back!!!! And The…read moreDrs are absolutely amazing! All of them they are ALL angels on earth! I thank God for this team ! I wouldn't be able to do 1/2 the things I do without any of them! Faculty is very clean and welcoming! Thank you to Dr Lipman and his whole staff! xoxoxo

I received a steroid shot on my back in Sept of 25 and felt s cattle prod like jolt and immediately…read morelost all feeling in my right leg and still do not have it back in Feb of 26. I reported it to the nurse who was taking care of me after the injection and the doctor came in and said nothing he did caused that. He had been storytelling during the injection and the shock came when he was laughing. Follow u appointments and he still denied it. I asked if anything could be done and he said he would put in for physical therapy. He never did. Then my primary care physician said I could get an emg nerve study done. Why didn't IPS recommend that?

Dr Bonis treated me (injections) at the Interventional Pain Solutions office in Lincoln before it…read moreclosed. I absolutely adore him. It had been so long since I had no pain, I didn't know what to do with myself. He's very well educated with a ton of experience. Direct comparison to UC Davis Pain Management? Dr Bonis wins 100 times over. Zero anesthesia during UCD's epidural was he!l. It was traumatic, I'll never go back to Sacto! And I really enjoyed talking with Dr Bonis too. He's very funny. Thank you!

He is without a doubt one of the best doctors I have been to, and I've been to a lot. He takes his…read moretime to do the job right . I gladly refer anyone to him for treatment.

Katarra was absolutely amazing every step of the way, from prenatal to visits, to the labor and…read moredelivery itself, to the postpartum visits. She was so incredibly supportive and knowledgeable, flexible while maintaining safety, and always brought such a calming presence. During the delivery, we were able to have the water birth experience I had hoped for. Katarra also is capable of providing necessary medical interventions such as sutures, pitocin (for retained placenta), etc. She is highly skilled! I hope to be able to have another homebirth with her if we have another baby.

We had our homebirth in the fall of 2020 with Katarra and couldn't have chosen a better care…read moreprovider for our needs. Her gentle guidance, knowledge, reassurance and dependability gave us the most beautiful experience birthing our daughter. We felt like we were in such good and, especially during the pandemic, safe hands! Cannot thank her enough!