Sustain Community Acupuncture

I had a severe muscular problem from an injury healing wrong. Holly’s treatments were really effective, and she has the best attitude! I actually look forward to seeing her (instead of being scared of needles like I usually would be!) I will definitely be back with whatever issues are bound to pop up in the future with my health.
I am amazed at what an impact acupuncture has had on my life.

I’ve been having severe neck, back and shoulder pain (pinched nerve and muscle spasms) for more than a month and after unsuccessful treatment from ‘traditional’ medicine, I was desperate to try anything. I turned to Unilocal for options in my area and stumbled upon SUSTAIN. Well, this place is FANTASTIC. They got me in for a same day visit and within 30 minutes of leaving, I felt significantly better. There isn’t a single thing not to rave about: they’re kind and compassionate, obviously well trained professionals who sincerely want you to feel better. Their prices are extremely affordable (even though my insurance won’t cover treatment), they are open on weekends and into the evening and they offer package discounts. They made me a believer in acupuncture!

Love the staff and the acupuncture here. Dia and Dave have been treating me for awhile and they has extensive knowledge.

While visiting friends in SD, I walked by the nice storefront and spontaneously decided to go in. Dave was very friendly and accommodated my walk in status and travel budget, including a brief but thorough intake. He treated more than what I came in for, including my chronic back/​neck pain, cold and sinus issues. He also gave me some great, new self care techniques (I thought I had heard them all by now, laugh) and the space itself is simple, elegant and serene. I felt amazing after 10 minutes and afterwards– literally went into a deep body relaxation. I had never tried «travel/​walk-​in» acupuncture before and now I will try to do it regularly given this possible result, not to mention I gave their pamphlet to my local friends. Thanks again Dave!

I cannot imagine going to anyone but Dave for all of my «issues»: sciatica, knee pain, sleep issues, STRESS, anxiety, STRESS, anxiety, oh, and STRESS! Whenever I feel like I am coming down with a ‘bug’, I get in for a treatment A.S.A.P., the sooner the better, it makes a huge difference! Love Dave, he really takes the time to listen and helps you to resolve any issues you may have, very professional and a really good guy!

After cancer I was filled with anxiety with the medicine I was on. I could not sleep or think straight. I made an appointment with Sinthya Caranza and I back to my old self.
This place is affordable and the staff is very friendly. I have been going for almost 2 years now and I won’t stop. You won’t be sorry you went!

I’ve gotten acupuncture for years in Asia, and never really felt comfortable in the USA. I finally found this place and it has been wonderful. Dia was really excellent and was able to relieve my back pain in just a few sessions. She also gave me a lot of exercises to do and I found that I felt better as I continued to do them. At $ 35/​session, it’s a steal. Ive been recommending this place to everyone!

I had been suffering from sciatic pain for two months, chiropractor and physical therapy just weren’t working. After jus 3 visits, I started feeling so much relief. Dave was awesome as well as his staff. I am recommending Sustain to all my friends and family!

It was a wonderful, relaxing, professional experience. They were great, they provided a reminder call, and assisted me in finding it. During the acupuncture itself, they made sure, I was comfortable and checked on me several times to make sure I was okay. I will definitely be coming back I loved it. I slept so well last night and I have trouble sleeping so I have already noticed an improvement.

First time getting acupuncture and it was great. I felt so relaxed after getting treated. My appointment was with Cynthia and she was awesome. She listened to all my concerns, answered all my questions and was very professional. I’ll definitely keep coming back! Also, met one of the owners in the lobby area and he was so nice! Very good vibe and people working here!
They are also very affordable…$ 50 for initial visit and $ 35 for follow up visit. That’s better pricing than going thru my insurance!!!

Dia has helped me with all sorts of football injuries ranging from muscular, soft tissue, to bone! Really a God send, I’ve been to acupuncture clinics and other «holistic» health centers before but Sustain has been the cream of the crop when it comes to actually diagnosing and caring for my issues, instead of using some cookie cutter approach.

Great folks, professional and attentive.
Synthia is a great practitioner and has really helped me with my migraines.
One downside: the noise from the tenants upstairs can be annoying.

I can’t even say enough good things about this place! Their approach to health and business? Kudos, you healers you! Maile — wow! Lady, you know your S***888 and I am coming back, so keep me in the books. Thanks for all you do for me.
Massages from Lisa? all I can say is it is both Heaven? and also? this woman could change your world if you just tell her what aches.

I have posted a previous review a few years ago but have to take the time to give an extra shout out and thank you to Monte Gores for his incredible care. I am waiting surgery for a torn meniscus suffered a few weeks ago. My days have been nurse practioners, primary physician and ortho surgeons visits. All of which throw me pain pill prescriptions and tell me to be patient for surgery in a few weeks.
Monte did a detailed consultation prior to treatment, guided me thru the treatment and worked his needles magic as well as tried to gently manipulate my leg and knee to provide some pain relief. He also took the time to provide post treatment suggestions in which guided me to herbal alternatives vs the strong pain meds that I do not want to take.
After just 1 treatment I had more relief and improvement than I ever dreamed possible. I slept soundly the evening after and woke up in the morning with less pain, less depressed and more optimistic. THANK YOU– THANK YOU!!!

I started coming here about a year ago when I developed Bell’s Palsy. A friend recommended acupuncture and Sustain accepted my insurance so I made an appointment immediately.
All I have to say is wow. Maile has taken such great care of me. She researched my condition to better help my needs and my face was back to normal within a month.
After my recovery I stopped going since I had a limited amount of treatments available with my insurance. At the beginning of the current year Maile called me to check in and see if I would like to come in again since my insurance has restarted for the year and she knows that I am back in school, which she knows is a stressor in my life.
I highly recommend Sustain to any and everyone!

Acupuncturists are great here. Being treated mostly for migraines but also fibromyalgia. Handled me in an emergency situation greatly. The migraine that was coming stopped. Better for me than any migraine meds I’ve ever been given.

On Thursday of last week I fell off of a six foot ladder. I was horizontal before I knew what happened. I hit hard on my back and whiplashed my neck hitting my head on the concrete. Now because I’m a tough old cuss I looked for blood and there wasn’t any, so I went back to work. After work I started to stiffen. I called Maile Helgesun and she said yes come in now. She needled me up and down. The next day, almost no pain. Thoroughly impressed. Thank you thank you thank you

I’m a bit disappointed by the experience here. Perhaps this was a poor introduction to acupuncture since I have no other standard by which to measure. I do feel like I gave this clinic a valid chance to impress me and/​or improve my condition. After a month, I can’t say that I would return, nor would I recommend. Since they never bothered to call me or inquire why I haven’t returned, I assume that there is no interest in me as a customer/​«patient». I’m sorry to have to write this review but perhaps this was not the right clinic for me. It may be an appropriate place for others– so I recommend that you at least give it a chance and see what you think.
I have been addressing some concerns related to stress, hormone imbalance, etc. I understand that acupuncture/​alternative medicine is different than Western medicine, but I was willing to give it a try. I saw that Dia was highly recommended specifically for these issues, so I was excited to meet her, learn about alternative medicine, etc.
As others have reviewed, Dia has a very calm spirit about her… but almost where I feel like she is more sleepy than calm. I understand that my first visit was toward the end of business hours. but she kept yawning and indicating how exhausted she was. Who knows… perhaps she works more than one job, or is a student, or a new mother… I wanted to give her the benefit of my doubt so I ignored it. However, on another occasion, I arrived at my appointment time to find the door locked and Dia was asleep on the couch in the lobby. I guess you would get bored while everyone else is napping in the back.
The treatments themselves… I can’t say that I learned anything new from Dia that I didn’t already learn off the internet. Mind you, I do come from a strong belief in Western medicine so perhaps it’s unfair that I started off with this perception somewhat against alternative medicine. When the needles are administered, you feel a bit of a warm tingling sensation. They have these amazing lazy boy recliners in a dimmed room playing spa music. I always got a great 20 minutes nap back there which is a treat after a long day at work. But after a month. with no improvement in condition. that’s exactly what I felt like I was paying for. With the use of my insurance, each visit was $ 15 for a 20 minute nap. I imagine anyone would feel a tad bit relaxed after a good cat nap… with or without needles and spa music.
The part that bothered me the most is that after a month, Dia suggested that I begin some herbal remedies. I asked if she would send me some information about what these herbs were. «If I remember to do it.» was the jist of the response received. The next week, she had to cancel my appointment. Fine, not a problem, but I again reminded the receptionist that I was waiting for information about these herbal supplements. Still no contact — no email, no phone call. and worst of all. no call back to reschedule.
Overall, this was a disappointing introduction to acupuncture/​alternative medicine. I felt that the care provided was kind but nonchalant. I felt no overall benefits from the procedures. I did very much enjoy the 20 minute nap, but I feel that I can achieve this at home and save $ 15 per visit. I would not personally recommend, nor will I return. Wishing the best to those who feel this clinic works for them. No hard feelings to Dia or anyone there. It just wasn’t meant to be.

I starting visiting Sustain Community acupuncture several months ago and since then, my sciatica pain has dropped by at least 50%.
Dia Wong, one of the owners, is very skilled and attentive. Under her care, treatment is almost painless. She also, in my experience, will only recommend a treatment strategy that she believes will work for your particular problems. She does not do a one-​sze fits all treatment.
This tailored care combined with the very modest pricing (considering the relief that you get) is great.

Just as an update I no longer have carpal tunnel thanks to Dia. And it’s funny that it didn’t come back despite my new job promotion requiring more computer desk time.
Too bad I have even more stress due to the new job but as long as Sustain is around, they are there to put me back to normal!
And to note, if you’re someone that has chiropractic work from time to time elsewhere, get some acupuncture a day or so before your appointment, you’ll adjust much easier!