Orthopedic Acupuncture and Dry Needling

Orthopedic acupuncture and dry needling are specialized therapeutic modalities to address musculoskeletal and myofascial issues. Specifically for conditions of the muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints, nerves and vertebral discs, these techniques are especially beneficial for athletes, those with active lifestyles, and repetetive strain injury. Orthopedic acupuncture and dry needling to speed up... Read More

Orthopedic acupuncture and dry needling are specialized therapeutic modalities to address musculoskeletal and myofascial issues. Specifically for conditions of the muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints, nerves and vertebral discs, these techniques are especially beneficial for athletes, those with active lifestyles, and repetetive strain injury. Orthopedic acupuncture and dry needling to speed up recovery from sports-related injuries, treat chronic pain, alleviate muscle tightness, and enhance athletic performance.


Chinese Medicine

Treatments to address anything not orthopedic in nature. Internal medical imbalances are addressed, such as cardiovascular, gynocological/fertility, digestive, colds and flus, and stress/anxiety related disorders. Acupuncture, bodywork and herbal formulas are used.


Microneedling and Facial Acupuncture

Experience the graceful rejuvenation of your skin with our Microneedling and Facial Acupuncture treatments. These therapies boost collagen, tone muscles, improve circulation, and promote lymphatic movement, enhancing the feel and appearance of your skin without the downtime of more invasive procedures. We also use nano needling, facial guasha, and LED light therapy during your treatments. Perfe... Read More

Experience the graceful rejuvenation of your skin with our Microneedling and Facial Acupuncture treatments. These therapies boost collagen, tone muscles, improve circulation, and promote lymphatic movement, enhancing the feel and appearance of your skin without the downtime of more invasive procedures. We also use nano needling, facial guasha, and LED light therapy during your treatments. Perfect for those seeking a natural approach to maintaining a youthful, radiant complexion, these treatments offer a gentle and effective way to revitalize your skin's natural beauty.

Renée received her Doctor of Chinese Medicine from the Pacific College of Health and Science in San Diego, CA. With a focus in orthopedic acupuncture, she is also specialized in natural facial rejuvenation, using microneedling and cosmetic facial acupuncture. She is trained in the Toma microneedling and Acuglow system, and also the Acumicro technique with Josh Nerenburg, L.Ac. She is extremely impressed with the results that can be done in a prescribed series of treatments, with these non-invasive and safe techniques. Not only for a better appearance, but for hairloss, scarring, and the effects of sun damage.

Her journey into orthopedics began with a personal knee injury that led to chronic pain, giving her a deep understanding of her patients’ discomfort and frustration. Renée is dedicated to providing comprehensive orthopedic acupuncture care by empowering her patients through education on how to best manage their condition.

Renée has had the privilege of studying under renowned practitioners Dr. Uzi Chen, Ryan Lee, and Melinda Williams. Her education was further enriched by the teachings of Matt Callison of Acupuncture Sports Medicine. She honed her skills in cupping, motor point acupuncture, and postural alignment at the renowned clinic Acusport Health Center in Ocean Beach, CA under the tutelage of Yael Benporat and Aquilino Soriano. Renée specializes in these techniques and enjoys integrating them to optimize patient outcomes. She believes in a holistic approach that emphasizes the body’s innate organizational intelligence and regenerative resilience.

Originally from Massachusetts, Renée began her career in Art Conservation and Restoration, holding an undergraduate degree in Art History and Chemistry. She appreciates the intersection of art and science, finding a powerful connection between the intricate workings of the human body and the beauty of nature. She finds that Chinese Medicine is a beautiful and elegant expression of this connection.

Renée is a firm believer in the human body’s organizational intelligence and regenerative resilience. She considers acupuncture and Chinese medicine as remarkable tools to support each individual’s healing and overall well-being

Renée received her Doctor of Chinese Medicine from the Pacific College of Health and Science in S... Read More

Dr. Joseph Weissbuch, L.Ac., DAOM specializes in pain management, internal medicine and chronic illness. He combines a decade of experience as a massage therapist and Chinese medicine with highly specialized pulse taking skills to treat injury, pain and disease.

Dr. Joseph Weissbuch, L.Ac., DAOM specializes in pain management, internal medicine and chronic i... Read More

Jennifer is a California state licensed acupuncturist, herbalist and massage therapist. Her acupuncture specialization is in orthopedics and pain management. She is also experienced in treating internal medicine conditions using Canonical Chinese Herbalism. Using herbal formulas she treats many conditions, such as women’s health and fertility, digestion, migraines, allergies, and respiratory ailments, including quick resolution of colds and flus.

Jennifer’s bachelor’s degree from the University of Florida is in Dietetics, and she received her Massage Therapy Certification from Lifestream School of Massage in 2001. She completed her Master’s degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine from Five Branches University in Santa Cruz in 2010, and completed an externship at the Zhejiang Chinese Medical University in Hangzhou, China.

Jennifer a two year Integrative Orthopedic Acupuncture course of study with Anthony Von Der Muhll, L.Ac, DNBAO. Her comprehensive orthopedic and sports medicine background integrates western diagnosis of musculo-skeletal disorders with eastern treatment principles. In addition to traditional acupuncture, Jen utilizes cupping (myofascial decompresion), dry needling, prolo-acupuncture, gua sha, massage and taping in her treatment of pain and injuries. She combines this knowledge of ancient eastern and modern western concepts to specialize in sports medicine, orthopedics, pain management, and scar tissue repair.

Jennifer is a Diplomat in Canonical Herbal Medicine from the Institute of Classics in East Asian Medicine, where she studied with Dr. Arnaud Versluys. L.Ac., Ph.D. Canonical medicine refers the us of exclusively Han Dynasty (206 BC-221 AD) medical texts. These are the foundation for all modern Chinese medicine, and these herbal formulas remind the body of its natural function, and restore the instinct for self-healing. Her emphasis is the promotion of proper physiology from a classical Chinese perspective.

Jennifer is a California state licensed acupuncturist, herbalist and massage therapist. Her acupu... Read More

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