For 30 years, we’ve specialized in pain care, working at the forefront of musculoskeletal and myofascial pain treatment. Our method combines the precision of dry needling, the sophistication of acupuncture needle technique, and the art of bodywork with modern pain science and sports medicine. Our approach is the result of decades of clinical problem-solving, refining techniques, comparing outcomes, and learning from the people we treat.
We’ve helped thousands of patients, from weekend warriors to Olympic and professional athletes get out of pain and stay that way. Many come to us after trying numerous treatments without lasting results. They’re looking for clarity, direction, and care that truly moves the needle. Whether you’re recovering from a recent injury or managing something chronic, we help you understand what’s happening, what we can do to address it, and how to move forward with confidence.
Pain doesn’t always have a single cause, and recovery doesn’t happen all at once. Our method draws on movement science, neurophysiology, and real clinical outcomes. We use biomechanical assessment and hands-on techniques, combine peripheral and central nervous system approaches, and offer treatment plans based on evidence that give patients clarity and direction. We treat pain at its sources and help restore functional capacity. Recovery is a process. We provide targeted, progressive care delivered at the right intervals to produce lasting change.
Finding and treating pain triggers takes time and skillfulness. While other acupuncture clinics see 2-3 patients an hour with overlapping visits, every visit at AcuGroup is a one-on-one session with a skillful, focused provider, with no rush. This allows for a thorough history and skilled, hands-on physical assessment, including detailed palpation and movement testing to discover and confirm the causes of your pain and dysfunction. Carefully exploring for pain and muscle triggers takes time. Treatments are precise and responsive, adjusting in real time to how your body reacts. And because lasting change takes time, we work within courses of care that match the pace of tissue healing, nervous system adaptation, and behavior change. We know what works, and we help you stay on track to get there.
Dry needling and acupuncture are different practices, and we employ them differently. Dry needling is a specific needle technique used to address pain-referring muscular and neuromuscular dysfunction. It’s highly effective for releasing trigger points, improving mobility, and calming overactive motor pathways. Acupuncture, rooted in classical traditions and supported by modern research, can regulate nervous system function, reduce inflammation, and eliminate pain. Because we are trained and experienced in both, we use each appropriately or combine them for optimal results. We often blend techniques in a single session when it serves the goal of getting you better, faster. Read more about our treatments.
Our team model means that your care can benefit from the insight of multiple providers. Whether you’re working with one clinician or several, our approach is collaborative, consistent, and focused on your outcomes. With two locations and a dedicated admin team, we offer flexible scheduling and full coordination. Our staff handles logistics, supports reimbursement, and helps you navigate next steps in your care, so you can focus on healing. Meet the team for more about our clinicians and their specialties.
We see patients at two locations—our original San Francisco clinic and our Marin office, just off the 101 in Mill Valley. Whether you’re based in the city, across the bridge, or visiting from farther away, your care stays consistent and coordinated across between providers and locations.
If you’re wondering whether we’re the right fit for your care, you can schedule a free 15-minute pain consult or book a functional medicine consult to talk through your needs.
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