Acupuncture has been a healing art for over 5,000 years. Acupuncture is among the oldest healing practices in the world. As part of traditional chinese medicine (TCM), acupuncture aims to restore and maintain health through the stimulation of specific points on the body. Here in the United States, acupuncture incorporates healing traditions from China, Japan, Korea, and other countries and is considered part of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). The term "acupuncture" describes a family of procedures involving the stimulation of anatomical points on the body using a variety of techniques.

The general theory is based on channels of energy that flow through the body. The energy that flows through the channels is called Qi (pronounced chee). The channels correlate to the organs and tedino-muscular system. When the energy flow is disrupted due to poor diet, medications, stress, trauma or other conditions, pain or illness result. Acupuncture focuses on correcting these imbalances by inserting ultra-thin needles under the skin to stimulate specific points along the channel. Stimulation of these points along the channel encourages and even flow of Qi, restoring the body's balance relieving pain and other symptoms.
Acupuncture treats and strengthens the physical condition, normalizes physiological functions, and controls pain. The aim of receiving of acupuncture is not just to eliminate or alleviate symptoms, but rather to treat the underlying cause, increase the ability to function, and improve the quality of life.

In an official report, Acupuncture: Review and Analysis of Reports on Controlled Clinical Trials, the WHO (WHO) has listed the following symptoms, diseases and conditions that have been shown through controlled trials to be treated effectively by acupuncture:

What to expect from your acupuncture treatment?

The diagnosis is determined in part by using methods very similar to other health care practitioners: asking patients for their chief complaints and health history, performing a physical exam, such as ordering laboratory tests, x-rays and MRIs if necessary. Acupuncturists also have unique diagnostic methods, such as taking the patient's pulse on both wrists and observing the tongue, complexion and other signs. The pulses are felt on both hands. Each hand has three different pulses that correspond to the major body organs and functions. The practitioner will then explain the nature of your problem and the recommended treatment.

Acupuncture needles are anywhere from 1 to 3 inches long, ultra-fine and made from stainless steel. They are pre-sterilized, non-toxic, and disposable. When the needles are tapped into the skin, there may or may not be any sensation. Sensitivity depends on the location (hands and feet tend to be more sensitive) and the condition being treated. Typically, ten to twenty needles are placed in several different acupuncture points. They are usually left in for about 20-40 minutes. The goal is to normalize the circulation of Qi and blood by stimulation the energy point, which encourages the body's natural healing process. Stimulation of the needle is done by rotating the needles manually or attaching electrodes to send a weak electric current through the needles.

The number of treatments that a patient may receive depends upon the duration, severity, and nature of the complaint. Two or three treatments may be sufficient for an acute condition. On the other hand, a chronic condition may take a series of 5 to 15 treatments to be resolved. Some degenerative conditions may require ongoing treatments over a long period of time. The following techniques may be included with the treatment: Moxa (burning herbs to promote the movement of qi), cupping, ear acupuncture, Tui na massage, and acupressure.

Patients should evaluate their progress after each session. Some relief should be apparent in three to six sessions if it is an acute condition or eight to twelve for more pervasive conditions. If there is no relief then the treatment plan will be modified or referred to an appropriate practitioner.


Pricing:

$125 initial consultation

$90 consecutive visits  

15% off packages of 10 visits = $795

We accept some health insurance, some workman's compensation cases, HSA's and Flex Spending Accounts, we give Superbills as well as accept all major credit cards, paypal accounts, checks and cash.


SANTA CRUZ COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTURE CLINIC

Please visit my special website to learn more about community acupuncture:

www.santacruzcommunityacupuncture.com

Give us a call today to set up an appointment with LeTa B. Jussila, L.Ac: (831) 465-9088

Tuesdays & Thursdays 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. (If needed, I can see you at another time upon request)

Or make an appointment online. LeTa practices at the Santa Cruz Integrative Medicine & Chi Center.

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Her Curriculum Vitae here:


LeTa B. Jussila

615 Washington Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 (831) 239-9326

leta@santacruzintegrativemedicine.net

INTENT

I would like to start or be a part of a Chinese Medical Acupuncture Department within Google. My extensive background has given me the proven success of starting successful Acupuncture clinics and I have a strong desire to reach out to individuals in a corporate setting due to the clinical issues I am seeing in my current practice. The research has been done on not only the benefit to the individual’s health, but the cost-benefit analysis to the employer. I strongly feel corporate America cannot wait any longer in implementing Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine into their wellness programs immediately.

EDUCATION

                     Five Branches University                                                                             San Jose, CA

                     (Candidate) Doctorate of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine

                     Inner Light International                                                                               Soquel, CA

                     Practitioner of Higher Consciousness

                     Five Branches Institute                                                                                Santa Cruz, CA

                     Masters in Traditional Chinese Medicine

                     Cape Cod Community College                                                                  Barnstable, MA

                     Pre-requisites for medical school

                     San Francisco Computer Arts Institute                                                     San Francisco, CA

                     Graphic and Web Design

                     Syracuse University                                                                                      Syracuse, NY

                     Bachelor of Arts in Policy Studies

                     Concentrations on Criminal Justice & the Environment

EXPERIENCE

2010-P        SANTA CRUZ INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE AND CHI CENTER               Santa Cruz, CA

                     Integrative and Holistic Medical Clinic and Sports Complex

                     Licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist

2005-P        FIRST LINE THERAPY                                                                                 Santa Cruz, CA

                     12-week chronic disease prevention health program

                     First Line Therapy Provider

2008-P        SANTA CRUZ CHALLEGNE                                                                       Santa Cruz, CA

                     Integrative health and fitness program/contest

                     Founder, Partner & Certified Personal Trainer

2006-P        OPTIMAL HEALTH AND FITNESS, LLC                                                     Santa Cruz, CA

                     Health and fitness company

                     Owner, Doctor, Nutritionist, Certified Personal Trainer, etc.

2002-P        FIVE BRANCHES UNIVERSITY                                                                   Santa Cruz, CA

                     Chinese Medical Clinic and Teaching Institution

                     Instructor, Clinical Supervisor, Chair of Continuing Education Department

2005            SANTA CRUZ CENTER FOR TRADITIONAL MEDICINE                       Santa Cruz, CA

                     Holistic Healing Arts Center

                     Owner, Licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist

2010-P        SANTA CRUZ COMMUNITY ACUPUNCTURE                                        Santa Cruz, CA

                     Affordable acupuncture clinic

                     Founder, Licensed Acupuncturist

2005            ZHEIJIANG HOSPITAL OF TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE         Huangzhou, CN

                     Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine Hospital

                     Licensed Acupuncturist Intern

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

Licensed Acupuncturist (L.Ac) #10935, California Acupuncture Board

Certified Personal Trainer, International Sports Science Association

Certificate in Integrative Sports Medicine, Five Branches University of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Certificate in the Five Elements, Five Branches University of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Certificate of study at the Zheijiang Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Hangzhou, China

Certificate in Healing Community Trauma with the NADA Protocol by Acupuncturists Without Borders

Clean Needle Technique Certification by the Council of Colleges of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine

First Aid/CPR/AED

Certified Qi Gong Instructor by Lee Holden/Santa Cruz Chi Center

Candidate for Doctoral of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Five Branches University of Traditional

Chinese Medicine

REFERENCES

Dr. Rachel Abrams, Medical Doctor, Santa Cruz Integrative Medicine and Chi Center (831) 818-7596

Lee Holden, Licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist, Qi Gong Master (408) 839-9490

Ronald Zaidman, Founder, Five Branches University (831) 818-4739

*other references available upon request. (have in-house Google references if desired)

OTHER SUCCESSES

Entrepreneur in developing Chinese Medical Database software for smart devices – 2010-P

Started Graduate-level scholarship for Chinese medical students - 2002

Started and ran the Washington Street Collective (10-year co-op housing project) 2002-P

OTHER SKILLS & NOTES

Classical Violinist 1977-P

Documentary Film Maker & Photographer 1986-P

Fluent in Medical Chinese (PinYin) 2002-P

Traveled through all of Europe, Vietnam, Laos, China & Tibet including the United States, Canada & Mexico

Born in Saigon, Vietnam to a French Father & Chinese Mother. Grew up on Cape Cod in Massachusetts