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Melida Gonzalez, L.AC.

Acupuncturist

Dr. Melida Gonzalez L.AC. is a top Acupuncturist in San Diego, . With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to their specialty, Dr. Melida Gonzalez L.AC. is an expert in changing the lives of their patients for the better. Through their designated cause and expertise in the field, Dr. Melida Gonzalez L.AC. is a prime example of a true leader in healthcare. As a leader and expert in their field, Dr. Melida Gonzalez L.AC. is passionate about enhancing patient quality of life. They embody the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with patients. In San Diego, CA, Dr. Melida Gonzalez L.AC. is a true asset to their field and dedicated to the profession of medicine.
14 years Experience
Melida Gonzalez, L.AC.
  • San Diego, CA
  • PACIFIC COLLEGE OF ORIENTAL MEDICINE
  • Accepting new patients

Can acupuncture help with knee pain?

Acupuncture can help reduce inflammation and improve mobility in joints, so in a shorter answer YES it can help. But if the underlying condition is from structural/tissue damage READ MORE
Acupuncture can help reduce inflammation and improve mobility in joints, so in a shorter answer YES it can help. But if the underlying condition is from structural/tissue damage such a torn meniscus or from a tear in the cruciate ligaments then you'll probably need surgical repair.

Can acupuncture loosen tight muscles in neck?

YES, acupuncture can help to loosen up and reset muscle fibers, even the small muscles that attach all the vertebrae to one another (multifidus and para-spinal muscles) which are READ MORE
YES, acupuncture can help to loosen up and reset muscle fibers, even the small muscles that attach all the vertebrae to one another (multifidus and para-spinal muscles) which are very often involved in neck and low back pain.

Does acupuncture work for anxiety?

Yes, your acupuncturist will be able to determined what organs are out of balance to treat accordingly. It could be related to Liver Yang excess, blood deficiency, Yin excess, READ MORE
Yes, your acupuncturist will be able to determined what organs are out of balance to treat accordingly. It could be related to Liver Yang excess, blood deficiency, Yin excess, etc. These are all Chinese patterns, so one Western condition could have many patterns in Chinese Medicine, depending on other symptoms, your Acupuncturist will formulate a specific herbal formula and Acupuncture Protocol to help balance and restore mental, physical and emotional health.

I have a migraine problem. Should I see an acupuncturist?

Definitely! With Traditional Chinese Medicine we treat each patient according to their specific signs and symptoms with costumized Herbal Medicine formula and Acupuncture protocol. READ MORE
Definitely! With Traditional Chinese Medicine we treat each patient according to their specific signs and symptoms with costumized Herbal Medicine formula and Acupuncture protocol.

Can acupuncture help treat thyroid imbalance?

Yes. Acupuncture combined with herbal medicine, and dietary therapy can help rebalance your body's Yin and Yang functions. Hypothyroid is seen as a Yin Excess yang deficiency while READ MORE
Yes. Acupuncture combined with herbal medicine, and dietary therapy can help rebalance your body's Yin and Yang functions. Hypothyroid is seen as a Yin Excess yang deficiency while Hyperthyroid is presented with Yang excess symptoms and yin deficiency.

Can acupuncture help in treating vertigo?

Yes. Acupuncture combined with a proper Chinese formula can improve your symptoms. In traditional Chinese medicine, we diagnose diseases differently than conventional medicine. READ MORE
Yes. Acupuncture combined with a proper Chinese formula can improve your symptoms. In traditional Chinese medicine, we diagnose diseases differently than conventional medicine. For one disease or condition, there could be different patterns, your practitioner will be able to identify the underlined pattern and it could take a couple of treatments to notice improvement, but there are no side effects from acupuncture or Chinese herbs.

Does acupuncture help in weight loss?

Yes, acupuncture can help with weight loss combined with a good diet or purification program. I've seen my patients drop an average of 10-15 lbs in 3 weeks and keep the weight READ MORE
Yes, acupuncture can help with weight loss combined with a good diet or purification program. I've seen my patients drop an average of 10-15 lbs in 3 weeks and keep the weight down when continuing regular treatments and diet. Acupuncture can help to improve your metabolism and relieve anxiety that can be the cause of overeating.