Ross Acupuncture is an exceptional find. Jennifer Ross is a truly gifted, compassionate and approachable practitioner who runs a seamless, professional practice. I spent a frustrating year trying everything to rehab painful plantar fasciitis, but was stuck at 25% healed. After finding Ross Acupuncture my recovery finally kicked into high gear. It took a few weeks of treatments, but then my foot improved rapidly, going from 25% - 90% in a couple months (and considering that I was stuck at 25% for a year, it was a massive shift). Jen is very talented; her needle placement works wonders. When she added a needle at the top of my head to help with stress, I was completely blissed out for the rest of the day. (Honestly, that one needle alone was worth the entire visit!) The office space is serene and inviting. Parking is plentiful. Scheduling online is super easy, and the automated text reminders are helpful. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a top-tier acupuncturist in Oakland. read more

As an athlete and fitness/yoga professional for almost 30 years, acupuncture has always played a crucial role in my recovery, injury prevention, and treatment. I found Ross Acupuncture a little over a year ago, and it has been an absolute game-changer!! Jen is incredibly knowledgeable and has helped relieve countless nagging and acute issues. I have hypermobile ligaments/tendons, flat feet, and I put in between 10-20+ hours of training a week, so I put a TON of wear and tear (and stress!) on my body. I am also super prone to things like plantar fasciitis as a flat-footed runner and Jen has been a lifesaver on more than many occasions when things flare up. She has also been able to get to the root of some of the injuries I've had off and on for a long time. Full transparency: treatment may not be the most comfortable all the time. Sometimes you might not feel it, sometimes it may be rather intense -- especially if you're coming for injury/pain. But, if you're an athlete (or even just active) and want to return to training, it is beyond worth it when your issues are resolved within just a few treatments (or sometimes in one session!) She often does stim on the needles which is my absolute favorite part. I find that this method to yield the best results for me. Tbh, I can't say enough good things about this clinic or Jen! I recommend her to my students and friends when they have issues come up. Side note: I have also done the facial acupuncture with Renee and recommend that as well! That's definitely a much more relaxing experience . If you're looking for an acupuncturist who can really dive deep into whatever aches and pains brought you to inquire about acupuncture, you've found the right place! read more

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Jen is a fantastic acupuncture practitioner, herbalist, and person who is going to get you feeling better. I've been to many acupuncturists and none have left me feeling as good as she has, or given as much useful and insightful information. She even helped me lower my blood pressure significantly with herbs when a decade of western medication and exercise failed read more

I've seen Jennifer and Joseph for about a year to work on a back injury that my doctor wanted me to get a steroid shot for. Jennifer said "let us be your steroid shot" and she and Joseph truly fixed me. I couldn't walk or stand or sit for more than an hour without pain, and now I'm back at the gym, able to hike, and able to work on my feet or seated for long hours without pain. Every time I do experience a flare up, they fix. me. Any time I say that I think this level of pain is the best we can do, Jennifer sees it as a challenge to push past the plateau. She is brilliant at what she does - endlessly inventive, curious, insightful, and pragmatic. Joseph is kind, sensitive, detailed, and an excellent listener. His massages are the best (so strong!) and he is extremely knowledgable in his body work and acupuncture practice. Every time I ask a question he has the answer. He is very receptive to feedback, always adjusting and in conversation with me and my pain. I can't recommend this practice enough!! read more

What is wrong with me? How have I not left a review for Jen when I've sent her contact to so many friends??!? Jennifer Ross is refreshingly candid about what her form of acupuncture can and can't do- and she's also terrifically funny, kind, and effective at treating my physical stuff. I was looking for dry needling when I reinjured a surgically repaired high-hamstring tendon and related (long story) neck issue. In California it's tricky to find. My ortho (thanks, Doc Will Workman!) knew I was looking, and asked around for me, and I wound up in Jen's care. Dry needling, for me, was a breakthrough treatment that restored a ton of mobility. Now that I no longer live in the bay, I BADLY miss Jen. We worked together to figure out the best approach for my treatment, and Jen listened intently to my reports of what I'd experienced after the previous visit and tailored accordingly, eventually able to get me back running at high volume. More than a year later, I'm an ocean away. I just booked a mainland visit, and after confirming my flight immediately logged on to the Ross Accupuncture website to schedule 2 visits. She is that good. I'm home for less than a week and she's my 2nd priority after visiting my 90 year old grandma. NOT KIDDING. Office is co-located with related practitioners in a bright, clean space. Covid related protocol was top notch last time I was there and I'm confident that hasn't changed. Jen offers a host of other services including herbal support and her depth of knowledge indicates you couldn't go wrong with those either. If she would just relocate to Hawaii I'd be a happy gal read more

I had been struggling with plantar fasciitis for years, having no luck getting help from podiatrists. I decided to try acupuncture, and after seeing Renee regularly I am finally pain free! I highly recommend her. read more

I highly, highly recommend Ross Acupuncture. I had headaches on the right side of my head for over 3 years, ranging in severity from debilitating to mildly annoying. I saw two other practitioners for the problem, and one of them correctly observed the pain was coming from TMJ issues in my jaw. However, I also have knots and trigger points in the trap and right shoulder. Jennifer immediately identified the blockages in my jaw, neck and shoulder and went to work opening everything up. After 7 sessions, I would say I have a 80-90% reduction symptoms, which after 3 years, is amazing. I will continue to go less frequently now in order to work on the small bit of tension that remains. Her technique is precise and I have the upmost trust in her, even when putting needles into scary places in my jaw! read more

Jennifer Ross is absolutely amazing. I've had plantar fasciatis for 3+ years and as a long distance runner, it's been my worst nightmare. Before seeing Jennifer, I'd tried everything - taking time off, PT, regular taping, shockwave therapy, night boot, etc. Nothing worked until I started seeing her! Now I'm up to running 50+ miles a week mostly pain-free. Her knowledge is phenomenal and I'm so happy I found her! read more

I have chronic shoulder and neck pain and after years of massages and physical therapy, I finally found relief with Jen. I was reminded how wonderful her treatment is after I was starting to get pain again after not seeing her for 9 months. I went yesterday and slept the best I have in weeks last night. My mobility in my neck is better and my pain is almost non existent. read more

Professional and clean environment. As a cyclist I have suffered from tightness from my lower back to calves for years. Experienced a huge reduction in tightness/stiffness in my muscles after my first visit. Also increased my flexibility and movement, which increased my power output while cycling. Jennifer is a great practitioner! read more

Within five appointments my son is standing up straight pain free - highly recommend.

JENNIFER IS AMAZING I had long, painful plantar fasciatis. I wasn't very mobile. My physical therapist recommended her. I showed her my MRI and after that things improved quickly. I highly recommend Jennifer and micro needling for plantar patients. I am back to walking several miles a day without pain and no surgery. She is highly skilled. Try her before submitting to surgery. I am so grateful. read more

After reading Dr. Ross' reviews, I went to go see her for plantar fasciitis (a result of shelter-in-place living room exercise stupidity.) I saw Dr. Ross after seeing an orthopedist, who told me to stretch, gave me orthodics, and told me to stay off it for 4 weeks. My mental health was far too fragile (not having left the house for 4.5 months) not to do some sort of cardio...enter Dr. Ross. I am much more of a traditional medicine person (better living through chemistry & all that), but Dr. Ross is AMAZING. After 1 visit, my foot was about 50% better & after 2 visits, I'm doing Latin cardio classes (zoomba?) again. It is at least 80% back to normal. For those of you unfamiliar with Integrative Orthopedic Acupuncture (or sports medicine acupuncture as my spouse calls it), it's acupuncture with electricity like you'd get from a TENS unit at a physical therapist's office. While not exactly comfortable, it isn't painful and it WORKS. I'm totally a convert. I always leave her office totally relaxed, even while COVID cases continue to climb. It may be reductive, but I'm going to say it. Jennifer Ross is MAGIC. I think I'd be curled into a ball in the closet if she hadn't fixed my foot & given me back my endorphin fix. My entire household is grateful to her. (Heart Emoji) ​​​​​​​ read more

I should have written this review a long time ago. I have since moved out of the Bay Area and although I have a great acupuncturist now, I definitely miss Jennifer's technique. If fact, I miss her technique so much that I have been considering making the 90 minute drive to see her. She's so worth it! She was key is managing my low back pain, especially right when it started. She is great listener and always adapted her approach based on what I needed. If you are in the Bay and need acupuncture, go see her! read more

I can let speak to the effectiveness of the treatments but I can to the mentality of this business. I was asked for a credit card number before I was asked what my symptoms were. Despite having ppo insurance starting in just two weeks and seeking a for a long term treatment plan no flexibility was offered. Simply 100% of payment up front no expectations. Speaks volumes to philosophy, glad the relationship was cut off in the bud. Avoid if your not loaded. read more

I would say that Jen is magic, but that would be reductive. What she is is skilled, knowledgable and super good at her job. She did for my plantar fasciitis in three sessions what a podiatrist, prescription anti-inflammatories and two years of custom orthotics couldn't - I no longer dread standing up or getting out of bed in the morning and am out of pain. Plus she's funny. read more

I had a cupping session with Jen and it was amazing new experience. Booking is super easy! There are many parking spots in front of the building. Jen welcomed me and explained me what is going to happen for the session. As a first timer, I was glad that she walked me through the process and she made sure I understood the cupping procedure. If you have questions or concerns, or pains before the session, ask her! She will give you some advise. She is very professional and friendly at that same time. The room is very clean and simple and I love the decor! I had a busy week and stressed but now I am feeling very relaxed. I will definitely go back! read more

I am embarrassed it has taken me a few weeks to write this review. I saw Janet Dreyer at Ross Acupuncture after I took a pretty brutal fall snowboarding. The kind of fall where you hear your shoulder pop and you get the wind knocked out of you. Janet was incredibly thorough with her assessment. She performed muscle testing and activation tests to target the precise injured muscles and then treated accordingly. All I can say is WOW, Janet is hands down the best needler I have ever been to. She is incredibly gentle and the needle insertion was painless. She used microstim technique and cupping in my treatment and I have to say, by the next day my range of motion was GREATLY improved. I highly recommend Janet. She has a very kind bedside manner and I felt like I was listened to and my concerns were fully addressed. I am back at my workouts like nothing happened. I'm sure I will be seeing her again soon. read more

I'm so glad I found Jennifer! I've been dealing with an upper back issue for about 7 months. I've tried rest, massage, physical therapy, and nothing was resolving it. I think the massage and physical therapy were actually making it worse. I thought I was just going to have to live with the pain forever. Four sessions of dry needling with Jennifer has brought unbelievable relief. I feel like a new person. I'm so grateful. read more

Jen is an amazing acupuncturist, and I should know, because I am one too, and I've seen a ton of them over the many years I've been getting treatments. I now only go to Jen for my regular acupuncture. Whether it's to cure my low back pain, loosen up my jaw (I clench my teeth and night and have an always sore jaw because of it), or soothe my anxiety (which is especially pronounced the week before my cycle starts) she is a magician and I leave there feeling grounded, in less pain, and my outlook on life is just a little more joyful. Jen has a fantastic sense of humor and an easy laugh too. I love talking to her. Plus, Jen's clinic space is peaceful, and parking is easy. I highly recommend a visit to Jen to cure your pain, whatever it's origin. read more

I have been seeing Jennifer Ross for 3 years and she is amazing. She recently helped me with an stubborn ear infection. In the past she has helped me with migraines and digestions. Her needling technique is spot on, as I feel 100% better after every appointment with her. Also, I love her cupping techniques. I had complained about back pains and aches. Jenn placed cups on my back and suggested different stretches to do. It was an instant relief and I felt freer after the appointment. Thank you so much Jenn Ross for all your help. I highly recommend her. She is my go to gal whenever I need a tune up. read more

Since finding Ross Acupuncture my Life has changed. Jennifer works on me weekly and has been a god send! The pain and numbness in my neck and arms has completely dissipated. Not only has she alleviated the pain I once had but she successfully helped me get off my pain meds with very little withdrawal side effects. If you are suffering with chronic pain or mobility issues Jennifer is a master at what she does. I cannot recommended her enough. read more

Jennifer did a sinew treatment for my strained hamstring, and I am amazed at how well it worked. I work as a personal trainer, and usually this type of injury takes at least a week to heal. After one treatment it was gone. Right away I could move it without pain, and the next day it was no longer tender to the touch. It was a different style of acupuncture than I'm used to, and I definitely recommend it. read more

I had never done acupuncture before meeting Jennifer. I was in a car accident and my back was in bad condition. I couldn't even bend over a quarter of the way down before our first session. After ONE session I could bend more than half way down! Ms. Ross is a MIRACLE worker!! Extremely professional, and just an overall great human being. I highly recommend Jennifer if you need treatment!! You will not be disappointed. read more

Jen was incredibly adept at assessing and responding to whatever I needed. Although, I originally went for back and joint pain I could also count on her to attend to seasonal allergies, a cold, or other ailments and she was able to treat me and prescribe me herbs. I should also mention that I received regular acupuncture in China for the three years I lived there and I am an experienced patient. I was very impressed by Jen's abilities and breadth of knowledge. She also has a very good bedside manner and I always left with a smile on my face and a spring in my step. read more

Jen has helped keep me running whenever I get a little banged up. She is always friendly and caring and has helped fix issues with my knees that no other treatment worked for. read more

Jen is so great, you guys. I am a 35 year old woman who gets acupuncture once a week to complement western medical treatments for a women's condition - this may ring a bell for some of you, ha, but I'm not putting it out there on Yelp! Jen's regimen includes needle placement, herbal medication, cupping, and helpful dietary tips. She is an expert in all of those modes of treatment. I feel confident about that claim because she is perfectly happy to field my many (sometimes admittedly silly) questions with detailed, knowledgable responses. And since starting acupuncture my condition has improved in ways that I did not think were possible - I have no doubt Jen's skills are the reason. Plus, Jen is just a lovely person. Feeling like your body is broken in some way can be crazy stressful, and I feel pretty lucky to have found help from someone that makes me feel comfortable. Jen will listen to you, remember details, and put you at ease. Although she is very professional, acupuncture sessions with Jen feel like I'm just hanging out with a buddy - one that is going to stick me several times with sharp objects - but a buddy nonetheless. She makes me laugh while making me healthier - I like that. The time I've spent dealing with this medical crap has not been the most fun of my life - but Jen has been a really bright spot. I leave sessions with her feeling positive, relaxed, and hopeful. I don't think I can endorse her more highly. Go see Jen! read more

I recently started to see Jennifer for an issue I have had in my shoulder for about a year now. After going to physical therapy for months with not much relief, I decided to try acupuncture and am so glad that I did because I'm feeling better and have no doubt that the issue will be resolved soon. She is amazing at what she does and I am so happy to have found her. read more

While I feel like I got the tuna salad beat out of my shoulders after a dry-needling session (in a good way), the achy persistent knots are not there. Miraculous! I also slept extremely well last night. read more

This woman saved me last week! I woke up with a stiff neck and debilitating pain that wouldn't go away for a week. She generously found time in her schedule to treat me, and it was incredible. She did massage, needling, and cupping my range of motion had improved noticeably while I was still there in the office, and by the next day I was nearly back to normal. Today I'm pain free completely. I had been concerned I wouldn't be able to dance in an event I had over the weekend. I dance and my neck felt great. Thank you infinitely Jenn. It was because of you I was able to move pain free. I feel great now! read more

I just want to start off by saying that Jennifer's acupuncture technique was more effective than almost anything I have done in the past for pain management. Over the years, I've seen many health practitioners​ in regards to my spine condition, but Jennifer's technique stood out probably the most. From arriving, I had extreme discomfort to where my back was hurting so bad that my muscles started to atrophy and give in. Through her treatment methods, she was actually able to go in and break up a lot of the scar tissue that I had accumulated for years. We also did some cupping, alongside decompression which further helped restore circulation and function. It was like my prayers were finally answered and I felt a relief that I never thought I'd feel again. Point blank, she is a super gifted healer and the best acupuncturist I've ever worked with. Impeccable beside manner, super attentive, passionate, easy parking, nice/clean office. Seriously went beyond my expectations. Oakland and the East Bay Area is very lucky to have her!!! read more

I have received many treatments from Jenn over the last few years for various issues, some of which were due to injuries I've had a long time ago and which I had accepted as permanent. She helped me tighten up and get rid of pain in my knee, which has had surgical reconstruction done about 10 years ago. I went from being unable to fully extend my leg and feeling aches and discomfort in my knee to being able to do fairly advanced rehab exercises like pistols without instability and discomfort. She also helped me get rid of scar tissue in my hamstring, which had a tendon taken out from it in order to reconstruct my ACL. Turns out it was preventing me from fully engaging the hamstrings and once treated, I was able to rehab and exercise my hamstrings to be as strong as my good leg. That's after 10 years of accepting that it would never get better! She also helped me relieve pain and muscle tension around my spine from lumbar spondylolisthesis. Most recently she has been treating my shoulder, which I partially dislocated about 20 years ago and never fully rehabbed, after a few treatments I already feel that my shoulder is more stable and balanced and movements that were painful before are starting to feel better. Overall, for muscle tightness and pain, joint looseness and old scar tissue Jenn has been able to do more than chiropractic, massage and physical therapy combined. Jenn's ability to zero in on the problem with pinhead precision is astounding and mighty effective! read more

I am so relieved I found Jennifer after 6 months of foot pain from a fractured heel and torn fascia. Nothing was working and I felt like I would never get back to my life. After one session of cupping and acupuncture the pain was gone! For the first time in months I could put my weight on my foot. I am so excited to continue the treatments and finally be on a real road to recovery without steroids and surgery. read more

Got scars? I had no idea how amazing acupuncture is for scars until recently. I've loved working with Jenn for stress and immune system stuff, but recently had her work on some new scars I sustained several months ago. I was at the end of my rope after no improvement in scar tissue from other techniques. The scars were causing edema and protruding veins as well as limited range of motion and noticeable loss of strength and stability in my foreleg & foot/ankle. I saw a huge difference after just one session--the edema went down and the stability increased in my ankle. After three sessions I am pain free and the veins have almost returned to normal. I highly recommend Ross Acupuncture! read more

Jen has changed my life. I initially decided to make an appoint after a referral from my cousin who raved about her because my periods are absolutely terrible. In addition, I also am a highly stressed individual and experience back pain quite frequently. She's helped with all of it! Her calm, warm, and kind demeanor is refreshing. She's got me on an herbal regimen to treat my periods and it's been a game changer! I used to take 600-800 mg of ibuprofen 2-3 times a day while on my cycle but I no longer have to take any at all! Whenever I've had a rough week or my back has been acting up I make sure to see her. She hits all the right points and the cupping for my back has been amazing. I highly recommend scheduling a visit. read more

Jen has helped me with my chronic tailbone pain caused by pelvic floor dysfunction. Her treatments, in conjunction with pelvic floor physical therapy, have given me not only relief but also hope after nine straight months of excruciating pain. I highly recommend her. read more

I receive regular acupuncture treatments and raw herb therapy here. Jennifer Ross is my practitioner, she is exceptionally skilled, thorough and friendly. My appointments address a chronic issue as well as the occasional cold or flu-like illness. A Rheumatologist advised that I should consider surgical removal of a painful calcium deposit that I had endured for several years - Jennifer needled it, now I barely recall which thumb it was on. When something is amiss medically I see Jennifer first and consider an MD afterwards that is if it is still necessary. read more

If I can give 10 stars to Jen, I would! We met by faith as I showed up to the wrong location/wrong accupuncturist for an appointment last week. After a quick 5minute conversation, Jen took me in like a stray puppy and was so eager to help me. She was so very kind, sat me down outside her office and gave me some needles to calm me down a nice warm cup of tea and made me feel so welcomed in her office. Her touch and energy is infectious. After I was done, she wouldn't even charge me? Who does that? Her approach toward healing is one of a kind. Thank you again, Jen for making the rest of my stay in the bay area a better one. I would definitely recommend Ross Accupuncture to anyone. read more

I make sure to see Jen before every half marathon I run in [about 7 a year]. We are able to fit in acupuncture, cupping, and a bit of massage in 90 minutes. That night and the following day my body feels so much better. I recover quicker after the races, and I am 100% sure my times are better because of the work she does. I would recommend these pre-race treatments to anybody. read more

I went to Jen Ross because I was experiencing the worst lower back pain that I have ever felt. Looking back, I can't imagine getting through the discomfort without her help. Between Pilates and Acupuncture I was restored in about a month. I forget what it was call but the needles that sent tiny shock to my nerves was incredible. My back has been normal ever since. I highly recommend going to see her for all of your needs. read more