Traditional acupuncture therapy by Dr. Grace Jung, L.Ac. — targeting pain, inflammation, stress, and chronic conditions through the body's natural healing pathways. Integrated with chiropractic care for comprehensive results.
What Is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is a time-tested therapeutic technique rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that involves the insertion of thin, sterile needles into specific points on the body. These acupuncture points lie along energy pathways called meridians, and stimulating them promotes the body's natural healing response, reduces pain, and restores balance.
From a modern medical perspective, acupuncture works by stimulating the nervous system, releasing natural pain-relieving chemicals (endorphins and enkephalins), improving blood circulation to injured tissues, and reducing inflammation at the cellular level. It's recognized by the World Health Organization and the National Institutes of Health as an effective treatment for dozens of conditions.
At Wilshire Center Chiropractic, acupuncture is offered as part of our integrated approach to care. While chiropractic adjustments address structural alignment and nerve function, acupuncture targets pain, inflammation, and the body's internal healing systems from a complementary angle.
Your acupuncturist: Dr. Grace Jung, L.Ac., is a California-licensed acupuncturist with deep expertise in pain management, musculoskeletal conditions, and holistic healing. She works closely with Dr. Sim and Dr. Ji to ensure your acupuncture sessions complement your overall treatment plan.
Benefits
Acupuncture delivers measurable therapeutic benefits through multiple biological mechanisms.
Acupuncture stimulates the release of endorphins — your body's natural painkillers — and modulates pain signaling in the nervous system. It provides effective relief for back pain, neck pain, headaches, joint pain, and neuropathy without medication or side effects.
Research shows acupuncture reduces inflammatory markers in the body, promoting faster healing of injured tissues. This is particularly beneficial for patients with chronic inflammation, auto accident injuries, arthritis, and repetitive strain conditions.
Acupuncture activates the parasympathetic nervous system — your body's "rest and repair" mode. Patients commonly experience deep relaxation, improved sleep, reduced anxiety, and better overall mood. Chronic stress contributes to muscle tension and pain, making stress reduction a key part of recovery.
Conditions Treated
Acupuncture is effective for a wide range of pain, neurological, and systemic conditions.
Back pain, neck pain, sciatica, and joint pain
Tension headaches and migraine prevention
Nervous system regulation and relaxation
Tissue inflammation and inflammatory conditions
Auto accident and sports injury healing
Insomnia, poor sleep quality, and chronic fatigue
Integrated Care
Two powerful healing systems working together for better outcomes.
Chiropractic adjustments address the structural and neurological causes of pain. Acupuncture addresses the biochemical and energetic dimensions. Together, they create a comprehensive healing response that single treatments alone cannot achieve.
Patients who receive both chiropractic and acupuncture care often experience faster pain relief and quicker return to normal activity. Acupuncture's anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effects enhance the results of each chiropractic adjustment.
Dr. Grace Jung works alongside Dr. Sim and Dr. Ji in the same clinic. Your care is coordinated — not fragmented across separate offices. Treatment plans are discussed, adjusted, and optimized as a team for your best outcome.
"I was skeptical about acupuncture, but Dr. Jung completely changed my mind. I came in for chronic tension headaches that I'd been dealing with for years. After a few sessions, the frequency and intensity dropped dramatically. She's gentle, knowledgeable, and really listens to what you're going through. Combined with my adjustments from Dr. Sim, I feel like a different person."
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Common Questions
Most patients experience minimal to no pain. The needles are extremely thin — much thinner than injection needles — and insertion is typically painless. You may feel a brief sensation of pressure, tingling, or a dull ache at certain points, which is a sign the treatment is working. Many patients find acupuncture deeply relaxing and even fall asleep during sessions.
It depends on your condition. Acute conditions like recent injuries or headaches may improve in 3-6 sessions. Chronic conditions such as long-term pain, stress, or inflammation typically require 8-12 sessions. Many patients notice positive changes after their first or second session. Dr. Jung will create a treatment plan with clear expectations during your initial consultation.
Yes, acupuncture is very safe when performed by a licensed acupuncturist. Dr. Grace Jung is a California-licensed acupuncturist with extensive training. We use sterile, single-use disposable needles for every treatment. Side effects are rare and typically limited to minor bruising or temporary soreness at needle sites.
Acupuncture and chiropractic care complement each other powerfully. Adjustments address structural alignment and nerve function, while acupuncture targets the body's energy pathways and pain signaling systems. Together, they reduce pain and inflammation from multiple angles, accelerate healing, and improve overall body function.
Book a session with Dr. Grace Jung, L.Ac. and discover how acupuncture can reduce your pain, lower inflammation, and accelerate your healing — naturally.
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