Acupuncturist for nerve pain

My mother-in-law suffers chronic pain in her hip and thigh due to nerve damage (nerves coming from the L4 and L5 area of her spine). She'd like to see a good acupuncturist who's had success in relieving that kind of pain. I checked the website but didn't see any specific recommendations of this kind in the archives. Any recommendations? elise

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Acupuncture for Sciatica

I have a very painful case of sciatica, and am wondering if anyone has ever used acupuncture to help cure theirs. If so, do you have someone to recommend, preferably in the North Berkeley area? Thank you. Erika

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Other advice: this isn't exactly what you asked for but here goes - I also have sciatica and was helped a lot by going to a personal trainer in pilates. my chiropracter recommended this saying that she could adjust me regularly but she was just addressing the same symptoms over and over and not really getting anywhere with the problem causing the sciatica in the first place (this is what acupuncture would do as well). I went to the trainer every week for about a year and now I still have some sciatica but I can keep it well under control by doing certain stretches and changing my posture. I would not recommend a class since you really need a lot of individual help to get the exercises just right and to learn to control the right muscles. my trainer was Paige at Ashby Chiropractic near Ashby and 7th in Berkeley. almost sciatica free

Acupuncturists covered by Aetna Insurance

Has anyone had experience with any of the following UC Care (Aetna) acupuncturists: Michelle Bullard, Joel Harvey, Thalia Liram, Peter Vanarsdale, Elizabeth Vos, Leah Nazel and/or Paz Vazcarra. In addition to recommendations about them as a practitioners, I'd like to know if they sell vitamin supplements or Chinese remedies, and how routinely they prescribe them. Thanks.Louise

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Acupuncturist for Back Problem

I have been diagnosed with a bulging C6-7 disc and a cortisone injection has been suggested. Before receiving an injection, I would like to try an acupuncturist with experience in healing bulging discs. I'm looking for referrals to an acupuncturist in the East Bay. Thank you. Suzanne

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Acupuncturist for Bursitis

I'm looking for an acupuncturist to treat shoulder bursitis (aggravated by heavy lifting and nursing my 20 lb. 8 month old) and recently discovered that my insurance actually covers acupuncture!! Imagine my surprise!! Can anyone recommend an acupuncturist that is covered by AMerican Specialty Health Plans? I've looked at the ones on the UCB network page and would still like to know if anyone has used the following: The ones they cover in Berkeley that I am wondering about are: Joel Harvey at the Shen Clinic (This would be very convenient.), Hope McDonnell, Elizabeth Vos Thanks.

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Acupunturist for Low Energy, Stress

I am looking for an excellent acupuncturist who can help me with several issues. I recently got out of a very stressful work situation and feel that my body needs to regain its balance and 'detoxify' from the whole experience. Also, since giving birth (our child is now 16 months), I have not been able to sleep deeply (although she is sleeping fine)and suffer from fatigue and low energy - which I am sure is also affected by the stress from work. I would prefer someone who has reasonable rates as my insurance won't cover the expense. Any referrals will be greatly appreciated.

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Acupuncturist for wrist and forearm pain

I'm looking for the name and contact information of a reputable acupuncturist in the Bay Area. I am specifically looking for someone who can help relieve chronic wrist and forearm pain not caused by tendonitis or carpel tunnel syndrome. I have checked the web page and found that most of the references specifically dealt with pregnancy or back pain. I imagine that some of the providers may also be skilled in other parts of the body, but would appreciate hearing from anyone who has used an acupunturist for the arms and wrists. Thanks so much. Rachel

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Acupuncturist for hormone imbalance

I have been on anti-depressents for years and was doing fairly well until I had a miscaraige several months ago. Since then, it seems my hormones are all the rage. I am looking for a practitioner who is versed in meds and hormones and I am open to non-western therapies (vitamins, herbs, etc.). I have a great therapist and I know about nutrition and exercise, so really am just looking for a practitioner, not advice. Thanks to all.

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I am looking for an East Bay acupuncturist/herbalist who specializes in treating young children with allergies and asthma. Thank you.

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Acupuncturist for Prenatal Care

I'm looking for an acupuncturist in Alameda/Berkeley/Oakland who is knowledgeable about treating pregnant women. I'm in my first trimester and feeling very miserable, in part because I'm already exhausted from caring for my 2.5 year old and working, and in part because of the usual hormonal chaos. Has anyone used someone local for pregnancy stuff? And did it help? Susan

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Herbalist Specializing in Children

Does anyone have a recommendation for a good homeopathic doctor and/or an herbalist who specialize in children. Thank you in advance for all your time and consideration. Aigli

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