Business Details
Expert Acupuncture Services in Irvine, CA
Dragon Acupuncture & Herb Center is a premier acupuncture practice founded by Dr. Huifang Zhao and Dr. Min Shi, both Ph.D. holders with over 30 years of combined clinical experience in traditional Chinese medicine. Our practitioners have completed rigorous 11-13 year medical educations at Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine and have trained under globally recognized acupuncture masters. We specialize in treating complex medical conditions through advanced acupuncture techniques, including soft tissue injury therapy, that have successfully addressed cases deemed untreatable by conventional methods.Our team has published extensively in medical journals and trained thousands of practitioners worldwide, establishing us as leaders in acupuncture innovation. We prioritize patient-centered care, combining deep anatomical knowledge with personalized treatment plans to deliver lasting relief for chronic pain, migraines, sports injuries, and other conditions.
Services
Acupuncture
Cupping Therapy
Moxibustion
Electro-Acupuncture
Trigger Point Therapy
Ear Acupuncture
Chinese Herbal Therapy
Tui Na Massage
Scalp Acupuncture
Infrared Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2025
Highlights and features
- We offer Ph.D.-level expertise with 11-13 years of medical education from China's top Chinese medicine university
- Our practitioners have over 30 years of clinical experience treating complex medical conditions
- We specialize in soft tissue injury therapy for previously untreatable conditions
- Our team has trained thousands of acupuncturists and published 12+ medical textbooks
- We combine traditional acupuncture with modern pain management techniques for optimal results
What people say
Effective migraine relief
Chronic pain improvement
Expertise in difficult cases
Personalized treatment plans
Lasting results
Services
Acupuncture
Our advanced acupuncture treatments use ultra-fine needles to stimulate healing points, effectively treating chronic pain, migraines, and complex conditions. With precise needle placement based on 30+ years of clinical experience, we target both symptoms and root causes. Patients often experience immediate relief with lasting results through our personalized treatment protocols.
Cupping Therapy
This traditional technique uses controlled suction to release muscle tension and improve circulation. Our practitioners combine cupping with acupuncture for enhanced pain management, particularly effective for back pain, shoulder injuries, and soft tissue disorders. Sessions promote rapid recovery while addressing underlying structural imbalances.
Moxibustion
We apply carefully controlled heat to acupuncture points using premium mugwort herbs. This warming therapy enhances blood flow and reduces inflammation, particularly beneficial for arthritis, chronic pain, and digestive disorders. Our technique combines traditional methods with modern safety standards for optimal therapeutic effect.
Electro-Acupuncture
This advanced technique delivers gentle electrical stimulation through acupuncture needles. We use it to treat neurological conditions, severe pain, and muscle rehabilitation. The controlled impulses enhance pain relief and accelerate healing while maintaining the precision of traditional acupuncture point selection.
Chinese Herbal Therapy
Our customized herbal formulations use premium ingredients to complement acupuncture treatments. We prescribe specific combinations for inflammation, digestive issues, and systemic imbalances. All herbs meet strict quality standards and are dispensed in convenient forms while maintaining traditional Chinese medicine principles.
People
Huifang Zhao
Ph.D., L.Ac.
Dr. Zhao holds a Ph.D. in Chinese Medicine from Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine and has 30+ years of clinical experience. She specializes in migraine treatment and soft tissue disorders, having trained thousands of practitioners worldwide. Her research on acupuncture's neurological effects has been published in multiple medical journals.
Min Shi
Ph.D., L.Ac.
Dr. Shi earned his Ph.D. in Chinese Medicine from Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine and has practiced for over 35 years. He focuses on sports injuries and chronic pain management, developing innovative needle techniques for complex musculoskeletal conditions. He has authored 8 medical textbooks on advanced acupuncture applications.
Questions
What conditions does Dragon Acupuncture treat?
We specialize in chronic pain, migraines, sports injuries, soft tissue disorders, and complex medical conditions that haven't responded to conventional treatments.
Do your practitioners have medical degrees?
Yes, our founders hold Ph.D.s in Chinese Medicine with 11-13 years of medical education from Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine.
Is acupuncture covered by insurance?
We accept major insurance plans and can verify your coverage before treatment begins.
What should I expect during my first visit?
Your initial consultation includes comprehensive assessment, treatment planning, and immediate therapy addressing your primary health concerns.
How many sessions will I need?
Treatment plans vary, but many patients experience significant improvement within 3-10 sessions depending on condition complexity.
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