A few years ago I had severe sciatic pain and physical therapy made it worse. It was very painful…read moreto lie down or sit and I could not drive my car. I was very skeptical about acupuncture before, but was at that point willing to try anything. The acupuncturist looked at me and told me that he can heal me with 7 sessions. Every session was different with needles at different areas, sometimes combined with cupping and some decompressing massage. I was so surprised when after 6 sessions all pain was gone. Thereafter I was able to do all sport activities I used to do without problem.

I think maybe don't come here unless you can speak Korean and the acupuncturist can communicate…read morewell with you. My first visit was fine and I legitimately felt some pain relief. My second visit, I was told to lay on my stomach and with no explanation, he began to do cupping on me. I know what that is, that's fine. However, he then removed the cups and said there would be some stinging. Before I knew it, it felt like he was stabbing or scratching me with something sharp. Then, he replaced the cups back over. After 5-10 mins he removed them and rolled up a huge wad of paper towels. It felt like he dabbed away at my skin under the cups (my BLOOD?), then disinfected it. I felt stinging like alcohol in wounds. I'm a little bit in shock at this point because I was not expecting that. As someone in medical field, it should have been explained and consent obtained before drawing blood! I still don't even know what he did fully! After this, we proceeded with the acupuncture. As I walked out I said my leg was really hurting and he said it was normal and to walk it off. When I got home, I found a needle still embedded in my leg that I had to take out myself. I couldn't believe it that mistake was made. I found 'wet cupping' on google but no one I've talked to has experienced it personally before. I will not be going back here obviously and he needs to have some kind of NEEDLE COUNT for safety. And, to explain some of his procedures fully before proceeding so no one feels uncomfortable.

I have knee, right shoulder, lower back,, of which I've had injections on all parts and physical…read moretherapy. The pain continued. I also have Diastases recti. Everything hurt, I've only gone twice and had acupuncture and massage and I feel so much better. They are all very helpful, polite and informative. I recommend highly them.

I've been meaning to do this review for sometime. I've gone to Pin Lu acupuncture, and massage…read moreabout three times now. I've had some issues with my ankle, my knee, and my elbow, and after working with this business, I've found that not only is the quality of care extremely high, they are also very professional, very friendly, very efficient, and also extremely nice. Their prices are reasonable, and most importantly they are available around my schedule. I usually can only come on the weekends and they are able to accommodate me. The doctor and all of the therapist are extremely knowledgeable and accommodating, and I highly recommend this business.

I've been seeing Dr Wu for probably 8 years now. As others have mentioned, I found him at the…read moreTrader Joe's shopping center. He has since moved to a different location. I had a chronic cough that I had seen numerous doctors for. I tried everything - from acid reflux medication to antibiotics. Although some of it may have gave me temporary relief, none of it helped make it go away. My first session with him was productive. I started coughing mid session. He was attentive and offered me water. He gave me herbal tea to drink until the packets were all gone and had me see him again in another couple days. By the 3 rd session, in a span of a week, I had completely stopped coughing. First time in a year. Not only that, my skin was glowing. I don't know what was in the tea but it certainly cleared my inside bcuz you can see it in my skin. I buy the package deal. I see him when I need to so it last me a long time. He also takes insurance. I highly recommend Dr Wu. He is a healer.

I've had chronic back problems off and on for most of my life and recently injured it during…read moreexercise. Without exaggerating, it was the worst shooting pain I've been in. I went to urgent care and had imaging done and it turns out I have degenerative disc disease and L5/S1 compression on the nerve. I did not take any prescription painkillers and was in extreme pain for over two weeks, spending most of my time laying on the ground. I've seen Dr. Wu previously for my back pain and needed relief after being glued to the ground and feeling helpless. After only two sessions, I noticed a significant difference in my pain level. The relief wasn't immediate during the session, but it was noticeable a few hours later. It's honestly been a world of a difference and I am able to proceed with my day to day without the debilitating pain. As others noted, Dr. Wu doesn't do self promotion and isn't partnered with Yelp. He's a humble and kind doctor using his knowledge to heal others. I would highly recommend seeing him for pain management! Note: he moved locations, he's now in Rancho Bernardo

Olivier and team at the Poway location provide prompt and professional care every visit.read more

Matt and his team are great! They have been very helpful with all sorts of injuries over the years.read more

Dr. Michael Kwak is amazing. He is detailed oriented and knows what hes doing. He also takes most…read moreinsurances which really helps. You can text him to schedule an appointment which makes scheduling easy. I highly recommend Dr. Michael Kwak for your next acupuncturist.

Went to this place yesterday. Hyoshin Kwak "Mike" worked on…read moremy right shoulder, I had issues with my shoulder, right arm, elbow, and hand. Always heading up to LA to get it worked on, but I can't head up north all the time and not getting continuous treatments. (I would have less pain for months) So I found this place on Google and Dr. Kwak had moved to this new location after being on the other side of a Escondido for 6 years. After cupping, acupuncture, and massage, I was able to rotate/move my shoulder up a bit without pain. I've been to several others in San Diego, Rancho Bernardo, and Escondido, and have not had immediate relieving results on initial treatment. Looking forward to more treatments, as doctors from Sharp are now only recommending surgery and I didn't want to go that route. Thanks Dr. Kwak! See you again soon!

Jocelyn is absolutely amazing. At every session she reviews how you are feeling, what your pain…read morelevels are, etc. I have had lower back problems for a long time and also tendinitis in my right arm. She has made a tremendous difference in my problems. Before one visit I fell and fractured 2 ribs. She immediately started working on my new problem along with my back and helped me to get back to living my life without pain. She is caring and never pushes having more sessions. Now that my pain is under control, she has suggested that I come every 2 or 3 weeks to keep everything manageable. Jocelyn is a real treasure and I would (and have) recommended her to friends and family. You will not regret seeing her for help with your pain.

I came to see Jocelyn about two months ago, while in 6/10 on the pain scale (7/10 for me is an…read moreUrgent Care visit, which I have done twice since the beginning of this year alone- one shoulder and one rib dislocation). I realize everyone's mileage will vary with treatment, but I will tell you, Jocelyn is an amazing, emphatic listener who tries to delve into the root of the issue. I have been dealing with neck-shoulder-bicep pain for a long time. I even fell in March, causing a bone spur to become a bone fragment that locks my shoulder. She knows that things like mood, stress and interpersonal relationships can trigger an inflammatory response, and she has helped me become aware of all the elements that manifest as body pain for me. She does an assessment every visit to figure out the best therapy. We have gotten the pain down to 2/10 for a few weeks now! I did go to her with a sciatica issue this last visit, but I left in as much discomfort as when I got there. (The next day I went to my usual Ocean Acupuncture and Massage in Oceanside and they fixed it in 1 visit. For some reason, needles in my right hand and foot fix the left side of my back- Jocelyn put needles directly in the spot that hurt). Overall, I am so happy to have this place in my rotation for my pain management modalities and I will continue to seek treatment here. This is a sort of place I will never recommend because everyone will have a unique experience. I just wanted to share my journey.

I had a minor back injury Tuesday morning while lifting weights, and Dr. Doss at Community…read moreChiropractic Center was able to fit me in the same day. I could barely get out of my car without shooting pain, but I left the clinic with more mobility and a sense of calm. From start to finish, the experience was exceptional. I really appreciated the thorough workup from the staff and the quality time Dr. Doss spent with me--I never felt rushed, and more importantly, I felt heard. The clinic itself is warm and welcoming, with friendly staff, private treatment rooms, calming music, and a clean environment. They have different adjustment tables, an on-site massage therapist, and I even got to try the zero gravity chair, which helped relieve pressure off my lower back. Whether you're recovering from an injury, dealing with chronic pain, or just need a tune-up, Community Chiropractic Center is the place to go. Dr. Doss and his team genuinely care.

8 months later, I can honestly say, this is the best chiropractic care I've ever had. This place is…read moresecond to none and I highly recommend anyone to seek care here. It means a lot when I have recommended friends and family here, and they come out telling me about how good they feel after their sessions. I feel brand new after mine and it makes a world of a difference. As a person who has to deal with chronic pain, I have never had a treatment better than this to ease the pain. They also have some of the most friendliest and welcoming staff, which makes coming here even better. Thank you all for what you do. I can't wait to come back. Also, not choosing favorites, because you all are wonderful and great, but paula is the best.

Long term client for chiropractic and massage. Excellent practitioners, wonderful office staff…read more It's a long drive from El Cajon but worth it.

Olga is amazing for medical massage therapy. Dr. Smith is wonderful for chiropractic and is never…read morejust cracking and forcing, but she's perfectly gentle and effective. Nena is great, organized and responsive for appointments and when I buy herbs and vitamins. Everyone there is the best and much appreciated. Dr. Paisley created an excellent business model and legacy.