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Hi, my name is Junhwa Kim, I’m the acupuncturist at Santa Clara Acupuncture.
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Are you Happy with current health care?
Crazy bills after emergency visit, two months wait for doctor’s appointment,
being transferred to multiple specialists, etc.
What and how much your insurance covers is a whole other story.
It’s not as easy to see the level of care you would truly like.
Many health care professionals would agree as well.
It is the system that is falling apart.
Current health care system excels at acute care, surgeries, and pharmaceuticals.
But it lacks strength in the preventative and long-term patient care.
In recent years, not surprisingly, many patients are seeking an alternative or
complementary therapy for various health conditions.
Does this sound familiar?
“Doctor says everything is normal but there is a dull, aching discomfort that is bothersome.”
“When the pain is bad I just take ibuprofen. But I don’t want to take strong doses of painkillers.”
“I’m not sure if it’s my pillow or bed, I get stiff in the morning when I wake up. I have to
stretch before I can get up.”
“Everything was fine, but one day I noticed something was off. Since then I never felt better.
I don’t know what is happening.”
“I feel tired and sluggish especially when I wake up and towards the afternoon. I wish I could
have more energy to do what I used to be able to do without a problem.”
“I’m at the age where things start to fall apart. I just live with it.”
You’re not alone in your struggles
If you’re like most of my patients, I think I know how you feel about acupuncture.
You might have seen several specialists, tried massage, chiropractic, physical therapy, etc.
And you are still struggling, now thinking to try acupuncture as the last resort.
You don’t know much about it but someone you know had a good result with acupuncture.
And this is not your fault. I don’t blame you, I see the younger Asian generations are not that
familiar with acupuncture either.
But thanks to open minded medical professionals and patients seeking for help, the acceptance
and use of acupuncture in the US continue to grow.
Many people find it to be a valuable and effective approach to a range of issues, from
pain management to infertility.
Plan and tools must be simple to use
I believe in simplicity.
Truth is simple, yet profound.
Theory of acupuncture is simple but there is an elaborate elegance within.
What is acupuncture?
It’s all about your body finding its balance.
How do we do that?
We stimulate specific acupuncture points to send signal to your brain.
Acupuncture needles are not coated with medication.
They do not inject any drugs into the skin.
When the brain receives the signal, your body finds the new balanced state.
Our body does all the heavy lifting.
This is the reason why acupuncture offers a wide range of health benefits.
We don’t treat the disease per se.
We treat the person who has the disease.
my functional medicine approach
I call my approach to health care for my patients the “Whole Body Reset.”
Whole Body Reset focus on rebalancing the body and reducing chronic inflammation.
Chronic inflammation is the culprit behind many health problems and chronic diseases.
Because of chronic inflammation, health issues persist and do not easily get resolved.
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All of my patients get a copy of the Whole Body Reset.
Inside the Whole Body Reset, I share 5 things that can optimize your health, daily journal,
and many useful tools and references.
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If you follow the steps, you can succeed
Liz, 35 (chronic muscular pain, joint pain)
“My treatment sessions at Santa Clara Acupuncture have helped tremendously in treating my chronic pain. I have a connective tissue disorder that causes frequent and severe muscle spasms. Throw any pain management modalities my way and I promise you, I have tried it. But nothing treats my pain with almost instant relief compared to acupuncture. There have been days where I walk into an appointment with Junhwa and I can barely speak because my jaw muscles are so tight or can't open a door with my hands because my fingers are in so much pain. I have been a patient for several months and always leave the office with less pain.
I have seen too many medical specialists over the past five years that question my pain and make me feel ashamed and foolish, like there is no possible way that I could be dealing with so many ailments. That is not what I have experienced with Junhwa. I never feel embarrassed or nervous to explain what body parts are in pain because he has never questioned my claims.
I will continue to partner with Junhwa as I figure out more about my condition. Acupuncture has proven to be the most immediate and effective way to deal with my chronic pain.”
Michele, 40 (anxiety, headache)
“My experience with Santa Clara Acupuncture has been nothing short of miraculous. During the pandemic my stress levels were at an all time high. I was experiencing intense anxiety and panic attacks, headaches, vertigo, and insomnia, just to name a few.
Working in mental health, I know the importance of self-care and regulating the nervous system. I was desperate to do anything that would help me feel better physically, mentally, and energetically. I began treatments with Santa Clara Acupuncture in September of 2021 and I will never go anywhere else.
Since I had received acupuncture so many other times and never really noticed any changes, I did not have high expectations, but from my very first visit, I actually ‘felt’ better. I have since referred Santa Clara Acupuncture to family, friends, and clients and I feel confident they will benefit in the ways I have.
I have had such a positive increase in my quality of life and I feel so fortunate to have found such care when I needed it most. I have experienced improvement in pain and anxiety. Junhwa is so knowledgeable and provides above and beyond care. It is a spa-like experience combined with true health care. Each session I leave feeling relaxed and renewed and more at peace. I am so grateful.”
Maria, 46 (digestive issues)
“I first tried acupuncture about a year ago at Santa Clara Acupuncture. I initially went in because I had an accident and was referred for acupuncture as a helpful therapy. During the consultation I was also able to have a discussion regarding digestive issues such as, bloating, constipation, acid reflux, and sometimes stomach pain which I had been struggling with for years.
Up until then, I had tried various kinds of medication, laxative teas, and went through gastroscopy, and an allergy test at some point, to see if there were any specific things going on. The medication recommended then was not helpful long-term as I continued to struggle with constant inflammation, colitis and much discomfort. These issues also began to have an impact on my sleep with the constant discomfort. I had reached a point in which I thought there was never going to be a solution to my digestive issues.
Fortunately, and to my surprise, acupuncture was extremely beneficial in helping me alleviate and regulate digestive issues. It helped tremendously in providing a long-term positive impact and most importantly without the use of any more medication. After each session, I was also able to enjoy feeling relaxed and noticed the inflammation started to decrease after each session. After completing my first sessions, I was able to feel more rejuvenated and enjoy day to day activities as the improvements brought much more comfort and allowed me to rest much more through the night as a well.
As of now, I continue to enjoy the benefits of feeling more balanced in my overall bodily functions and no longer have to be on the constant search for the next medication, or diet. Though I started acupuncture for a completely different reason, I am so glad I gave it a try because I never expected to find relief for something that I had been struggling with for years.”
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about
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Junhwa Kim LAc, Dipl. OM, PhD
My goal is to support active individuals in their 40s and 50s to optimize their health and avoid unnecessary medications, injections, or surgery. I help with pain management, as well as other variety of health issues, such as stress, emotional discomfort, sleep disorders, and digestive disorders.
My favorites:
Animal: I’m a big dog lover. Check out my Sarangyi’s instagram!
Food: I enjoy Korean food (anything with kimchi), Chinese food (spicy one), and burgers (don’t judge!).
Hobby: I like to read acupuncture related books. lol
Movie: Top Gun Maverick (Tom Cruise just doesn't get old.)
Activity: I enjoy going to Korean markets and being in awe of the wide variety of soy sauces available.
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