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Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a 3000+ year medicine originating in Asia. It involves the insertion of very fine needles to adjust the flow of energy through pathways in the body, known as meridians. Acupuncture is part of the umbrella of Traditional Chinese Medicine which also includes herbal therapies, nutritional therapies, moxa (an herbal heat treatment), cupping (glass cups placed over the skin to improve... Read More

Acupuncture is a 3000+ year medicine originating in Asia. It involves the insertion of very fine needles to adjust the flow of energy through pathways in the body, known as meridians. Acupuncture is part of the umbrella of Traditional Chinese Medicine which also includes herbal therapies, nutritional therapies, moxa (an herbal heat treatment), cupping (glass cups placed over the skin to improve circulation), gua sha (another skin technique to improve circulation), and exercise qi gong therapy.

We also emphasize integrating our traditional approach with other medical approaches through our local referral network. We gladly network with other disciplines such as Western medicine, Naturopathic medicine, massage therapy, physical therapy, chiropractic, etc.


Acupuncture Orthopedics

Acupuncture and Oriental Medical treatment for orthopedic and sports injuries and neuro-musculoskeletal pain. Modalities include traditional acupuncture, electro-acupuncture, and myofascial trigger point acupuncture (aka "dry needling"); manual therapies including tui na (traditional Chinese massage), suction cupping, and gua sha; exercise instruction; and herbal/dietary consultations. Our goal... Read More

Acupuncture and Oriental Medical treatment for orthopedic and sports injuries and neuro-musculoskeletal pain. Modalities include traditional acupuncture, electro-acupuncture, and myofascial trigger point acupuncture (aka "dry needling"); manual therapies including tui na (traditional Chinese massage), suction cupping, and gua sha; exercise instruction; and herbal/dietary consultations. Our goals are to reduce pain, improve function, and enhance quality.

Anthony Von der Muhll, L.Ac., DAOM, DNBAO, FAIPM specializes in treatment of sports injuries and orthopedic and pain conditions with acupuncture/myofascial trigger point needling, manual and exercise therapies, and traditional East Asian herbal medicine. His education, training and clinical experience includes:

Clinical practice since 2003 as a licensed acupuncturist, and since 1998 as a sports massage therapist, physical therapy aide, and athletic training assistant. Clinical practice multi-disciplinary integrative medicine clinics, including Founder, Santa Cruz Acupuncture Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Clinic, 2003-2020 SpineMed Associates (2006-2008) and the PRIME Pain Medicine Institute (2005-2015). California Acupuncture License 9132 (2003) Virginia Acupuncture License 0121001069 (2022) Doctorate in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Orthopedics & Pain Management, Academy of Chinese Culture and Health Sciences (2020) Masters in Traditional Chinese Medicine (2002), and first graduate of Five Branches University of TCM’s Integrative Sports Medicine program (2003) Clinical Supervisor and Associate Professor at Five Branches University of TCM since 2005 (MTCM and DACM programs) Doctoral Instructor at the Academy of Chinese Culture and Health Sciences since 2017 Doctoral Instructor at the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine since 2019 Doctoral Instructor at Virginia University of Integrative Medicine (2020) Certificates in Sports Massage and Acupressure (1998) Diplomate of the National Board of Acupuncture Orthopedics (2006) Certified Personal Trainer through the American College of Sports Medicine (2006) Fellow of the Academy of Integrative Pain Management (2014) Certified Myofascial Trigger Point Therapist (trigger point needling), Myopain Seminars (2017) He is approved by the California Acupuncture Board as a provider for Continuing Education (Provider #1225) and by the National Council of Colleges of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine as a Professional Development Activities Provider #9155.

Anthony Von der Muhll, L.Ac., DAOM, DNBAO, FAIPM specializes in treatment of sports injuries and ... Read More

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