Individual Treatments and Services

Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine Biofeedback Integrative Medicine Consultation Integrative Medicine for People with Cancer Integrative Psychiatry & Psychotherapy Manual Medicine/ Spinal Manipulation Physical Therapy Therapeutic Massage

The Clinical Practice at the Osher Center for Integrative Medicine offers a variety of individual treatments. The physicians are trained in both conventional and alternative therapies and can provide a professionally guided approach to your health care. For more information about our practitioners, visit our practitioners and staff page. Please note that our physicians are not considered primary care providers (PCP). They will work in conjunction with your PCP in order to create a truly integrated plan.

If you feel uncertain about which treatments are best for you, consider scheduling an Integrative Medicine Consultation with a medical doctor as a first step. Visit our appointment page to schedule online or call: 415-353-7720. The forms you will need to complete before your first visit are available in PDF format. For more information (e.g., location, payment options, directions, and hours of operation), visit about our practice.

Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine

Acupuncture has been used for more than two thousand years in China to promote well-being and treat illness. In Chinese medicine, health is believed to result from the free flow of energy, called chi, in the body. Illness is attributed to blockages in this energy flow, which can be relieved by the placement of thin needles at various points in the body.

Practitioners are licensed acupuncturists who are trained in Chinese Medicine. Therapies may include acupuncture, herbal medicine, massage, counseling and nutrition. Our practitioners have over 25 years of experience and specialty training in treating patients with a wide range of medical conditions.

Biofeedback

Biofeedback, a technique in which patients are taught to improve their health by using signals from their own body, is a valuable adjunct to many complementary therapies. It is particularly useful in the management of stress, anxiety, chronic pain, musculoskeletal problems, hypertension, cardiac problems, headaches and for meditation enhancement.

Practitioners are RN's that are nationally certified biofeedback technicians.

Integrative Medicine Consultation
In the consultation you will receive a professionally guided approach that combines a range of therapies to provide you with an integrative plan, especially beneficial for chronic and complex medical conditions.

The initial consultation involves a comprehensive one and a half hour visit with subsequent visits as appropriate.

*Fee based on duration of visit.

Integrative Medicine for People with Cancer

A board-certified oncologist trained in both conventional and complementary medicine provides consultations in Integrative Medicine for people living with or surviving cancer. The individualized treatment plan incorporates multiple approaches to healing and involves collaboration between conventional and complementary medicine practitioners. In the consultation, you will receive a professionally guided and personally oriented set of recommendations that combines a range of therapies providing you with a holistic approach and an integrated treatment plan.

*Fee based on duration of visit.

Integrative Psychiatry & Psychotherapy

In modern-day culture, which is often deprived of the elements of a balanced life, emotional wellness may be harder to achieve. When physical injury, interpersonal loss or chronic illness enters one's life, nurturing the spirit becomes especially challenging. Sometimes, a sense of losing one's spirit occurs, which may manifest as anxiety, depression or difficulty taking care of oneself.

Practitioners are LCSW, or MD's with years of experience in holistic health psychology, one-on-one counseling and in group leadership.

*Fee based on duration of visit.

Manual Medicine/ Spinal Manipulation

Manual Medicine, also known as Spinal Manipulation and Manual Therapy, is a system of diagnosis and hands-on therapy integrating osteopathy, chiropractic therapy, and physical therapy. It treats reversible dysfunctions of the musculoskeletal system.

Practitioners are MD's with more than 20 years of experience.

*Fee based on duration of visit.

Physical Therapy

Physical therapy is used to help improve quality of life by providing individualized therapeutic exercise programs to restore strength and endurance, plus diminish pain and fatigue. Hands on techniques are used to increase flexibility, develop balance, and increase coordination. Consistent exercise is known to elevate mood and combat depression.

Practitioners have more than 15 years of experience in treating patients with a wide range of medical conditions in both hospital and private settings.

Therapeutic Massage

Massage therapy is one of the oldest healing arts, dating back three thousand years according to Chinese records. Using soft-tissue manipulation techniques, massage reduces stress and fatigue, while improving circulation, and can reduce pain and anxiety for people with chronic illnesses.

Practitioners are licensed massage therapists experienced in treating patients with complicated medical conditions and in providing therapy for general wellness. Many styles of massage are available to accommodate individual needs.