Welcome

Wu Acupuncture is a small business specializing in Chinese Medicine. We seek to improve the heatlh and well-being of of our clients through the use of acupuncture and medicial herbs.

Practices

Acupuncture 针灸

Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine that involves inserting ultra fine needles in the body to promote energy flow used to treat a multitude of aliments.

AcuPressure 推拿

Acupressure is a style of massage where the practitioner massages along the channels of qi to relieve stiffness and pain.

Herb 药材

Herbal medicine uses natural ingredients such as seeds, berries, roots, and flowers to treat a range of health problems. The function of herbal medicine is to normalize, balance, cleanse and detoxify the body and its internal organs to achieve the healing process.

Meet Your Physician

James Wu Ph.D., L. Ac.

Our primary healthcare provider, Dr. James Wu, is licensed by the California Acupuncture Board as an acupuncturist and a Chinese herbalist. It emerged from his positive personal experiences with this natural healing method. He has 10 plus years of experience in the practice of acupuncture. Dr. Wu believes that having a healthy diet, getting adequate exercise, and seeking proper medical attention are keys to having our body, mind, and spirit achieve wellness and wholeness.

Before You Visit

To ensure a positive experience with the acupuncture treatment and reduce possible risks and side effects, all patients are asked to follow the recommendations outlined below. Please read carefully. Should you have any questions prior to your appointment, please do not hesitate to contact our office.

Please arrive 15 minutes before your appointment and expect to spend about 90 minutes on your initial visit, and 60 minutes on follow up visits.
Bring any applicable notes regarding symptoms of the problem in which you are seeking treatment.
Wear loose fitting and comfortable clothing that can easily be rolled up above the elbow or knee.
Do not fast. Being overly hungry increases the risk of nausea or dizziness.
Avoid strenuous activities and exposure to inclement weather for the first 12 - 24 hours after your treatment. Your body requires this period of time to adjust to the effects of the acupuncture treatment.
Avoid caffeine and alcohol consumptions prior to your appointment.
Eat a light snack within 3 hours before your appointment.
Do not overeat and avoid eating fried food, spicy food or food with high oil content.