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Your Trusted Acupuncture Partner in San Mateo
San Mateo Acupuncture Center has been dedicated to advancing holistic wellness through Traditional Chinese Medicine since its founding. Our team of licensed acupuncturists combines decades of clinical experience with personalized care to address a wide range of health concerns. We specialize in acupuncture, cupping therapy, and herbal medicine, utilizing evidence-based techniques refined through extensive practice in diverse medical settings. Our practitioners have treated patients from varied backgrounds, including student athletes and individuals with chronic conditions, while maintaining a commitment to patient education and empowerment.We operate with rigorous safety protocols and prioritize creating a serene environment that fosters healing partnerships with our clients. Our approach integrates modern medical understanding with traditional practices to deliver comprehensive care focused on restoring balance and promoting long-term well-being.
Services
Acupuncture
Electrical Stimulation
Cupping Therapy
Gua Sha
Herbal Therapy
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized treatment plans developed by California State Board Licensed Acupuncturists
- Our practitioners have combined experience treating diverse conditions including sports injuries and women's health
- We utilize evidence-based techniques like Japanese needling and electro-acupuncture
- We maintain strict safety protocols for patient comfort and infection control
- Our practitioners have trained at top institutions including Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine College Berkeley
What people say
Best acupuncturist
Miracle worker
Natural healing
Compassionate care
Effective treatments
Services
Acupuncture
Acupuncture uses fine needles to stimulate specific meridian points, restoring qi flow and addressing conditions like chronic pain, stress, and digestive issues. Our practitioners customize treatments for each patient's unique needs. This evidence-based approach combines traditional Chinese medicine principles with modern clinical techniques to promote natural healing.
Cupping Therapy
Cupping therapy creates localized suction to improve circulation, relieve muscle tension, and reduce inflammation. This 2000-year-old technique effectively treats pain conditions and respiratory issues by breaking up qi stagnation. Sessions typically last 5-10 minutes and complement acupuncture treatments for enhanced therapeutic effects.
Herbal Therapy
Custom herbal formulations address specific health concerns using time-tested combinations of medicinals. Our practitioners prescribe personalized blends based on individual diagnoses and treatment goals. These natural remedies work synergistically with acupuncture to support long-term wellness and address both symptoms and root causes of health conditions.
Electrical Stimulation
Electrical stimulation enhances acupuncture by delivering microcurrents through needles to target pain and muscle dysfunction. This technique increases blood flow and qi circulation in affected areas. Practitioners carefully assess each patient's suitability for this modality before incorporating it into treatment plans for optimal results.
Gua Sha
Gua Sha uses specialized tools to improve circulation and break up tissue adhesions causing pain and restriction. This technique effectively treats musculoskeletal conditions and enhances recovery from injuries. Practitioners apply controlled pressure to create temporary petechiae that indicate improved blood flow to affected areas.
People
Angela Galatierra-Ganding
Licensed Acupuncturist
California licensed acupuncturist with extensive experience treating sports injuries and chronic conditions. Graduated from Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine College Berkeley with a Master's in Oriental Medicine. Specializes in combining acupuncture with patient education for holistic wellness.
Minal Patel Solanki
Licensed Acupuncturist
Top graduate from Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine College Berkeley with 6+ years of clinical experience. Specializes in Japanese needling techniques and treating women's health issues, pain management, and chronic conditions using integrative approaches.
Sheila Shahmirza
Licensed Acupuncturist
Specialist in women's health and autoimmune conditions with training in sports massage therapy. Combines personal experience with chronic headaches and formal education from AIMC Berkeley to deliver individualized treatment plans focused on root cause resolution.
Questions
What conditions can acupuncture treat?
Our practitioners treat chronic pain, migraines, women's health issues, stress/anxiety, digestive disorders, and sports injuries using acupuncture and complementary therapies.
Are your practitioners licensed?
All our acupuncturists are California State Board Licensed with advanced degrees from accredited institutions like Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine College Berkeley.
What should I expect during my first visit?
Your initial consultation includes a comprehensive health assessment followed by personalized treatment using acupuncture, cupping, or herbal therapy as needed.
Do you accept insurance?
We provide documentation for out-of-network insurance claims and flexible payment options for all our Traditional Chinese Medicine services.
How many treatments will I need?
Treatment plans vary by condition, but many patients experience improvement within 4-6 sessions combined with lifestyle recommendations and follow-up care.
