--- title: "Acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine at Sutter Health" description: "Sutter's acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine services offer therapies for pain relief, balance and wellness, such as herbal medicine and acupuncture." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/acupuncture-and-traditional-chinese-medicine" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services) / 3. Acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine ![traditional Chinese medicine ingredients](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/Hero-Images/acupuncture-traditional-chinese-medicine-2.jpg?h=2100&iar=0&w=3150) # Acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine Explore acupuncture and Chinese medicine with guidance from our credentialed practitioners. Our experienced team offers a holistic approach to managing conditions including chronic pain, allergies, migraine and digestive issues. [Find a holistic specialist](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_providerSpecialties.specialty.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Acupuncture%22%2C%22Holistic%2FIntegrative+Medicine%22%5D%7D%5D&verticalKey=healthcare_professionals) [Explore acupuncture care](https://feedback.sutterhealth.org/f/140155/1dd0/) ![traditional Chinese medicine ingredients](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/Hero-Images/acupuncture-traditional-chinese-medicine-2.jpg?h=2100&iar=0&w=3150) ## Why choose Sutter? For thousands of years, healthcare professionals have used traditional Chinese medicine to prevent and treat illness through practices like acupuncture, movement therapies, herbal remedies and mindful eating. Traditional Chinese medicine views health as a balance between opposites — like yin and yang — and seeks to create harmony by restoring the body’s natural flow of energy (chi). As a complement to conventional treatments, it can be effective for various conditions, including headaches, stress, fatigue and chronic illnesses. At Sutter, our credentialed practitioners take a preventive approach to help restore balance and bolster your health. We offer Qigong classes to increase circulation and physical fitness, as well as herbal medicine targeted to specific conditions, like weak digestion or migraines. If you’re dealing with chronic pain or nausea, acupuncture may help reduce your symptoms. Our acupuncturists use thin needles to relieve pain by stimulating energy along pathways known as meridians. ### By the numbers ### 15+ holistic medicine providers specialize in complementary and integrative care. ### 1st integrative medicine clinic certified by the state of California. ### 30 years of service and counting from our nationally recognized Institute for Health and Healing. ### 5 Sutter locations provide holistic and integrated care for your body, mind and spirit. ## Need a referral? Chat live with our team Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, or call us at [888-834-1788](tel:+18888341788) [Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) ## Conditions - [Adult allergy](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/allergy) - Aging - [Asthma](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/asthma) - Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - Chronic pain - Common cold - Degenerative disease - Depression - Digestive diseases - Fatigue - Fibromyalgia - Flu - [Headache](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/headache-migraine-care) - High blood pressure - [Menopause](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/menopause-care) - Nausea - Respiratory disorders - Trouble sleeping ## Treatments - [Acupuncture](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/acupuncture-and-traditional-chinese-medicine) - Chinese herbal consultation - Mindfulness therapy - Qigong classes ![Female scientist looking through microscope](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/people/women/female-scientist-looking-in-microscope-2560x1920.jpg?h=1920&iar=0&w=2560) ## Complementary therapies research Complementary and alternative medicine use herbs, meditation, acupuncture, homeopathy and other approaches to treat different health issues. [View research](https://www.sutterhealth.org/research-search-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_researchTopics.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Complementary+Therapies%22%5D%7D%5D&verticalKey=research_publication) ## Sutter spotlight Health & wellness ### [Complementary Medicine: A Healthy Choice](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/complementary-medicine) When you want solutions beyond pills, consider integrative health therapies. Health & wellness ### [Complementary Care for an Aching Back](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/complementary-self-care-therapies-for-aching-back) Self-care therapies help relieve back pain and strengthen your core. Health & wellness ### [Keep on moving if you want to heal](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/move-to-heal) If you have a musculoskeletal disorder, whether it’s tennis elbow or chronic back pain, moving and staying active can be more healing than prolonged rest. ## Classes & events [View all classes & events](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/find-event-results?limit=10&query=%22%5C%22Mind+body%5C%22%22&verticalKey=events) - Class ### [Meditation for Relaxation (In-Person and Online) - Ridley-Tree Cancer Center Santa Barbara](https://ewp.seatrobot.com/66f32bee33ea82483f1ddb0b/69277631ec5f7dedbaeadbfa/) Wednesday, November 11, 2026 Join us to receive instruction on breathing and other techniques to relax the body and mind while reducing stress and enhancing a positive mental state. - Class ### [Yoga for Strength and Empowerment with Cheri (Online) - Ridley-Tree Cancer Center Santa Barbara](https://ewp.seatrobot.com/66f32bee33ea82483f1ddb0b/69277505ec5f7dedbaeabac1/) Friday, November 13, 2026 Join Cheri Clampett for gentle strengthening and slow mindful stretches to support wellness. Guided relaxation, breath work and self massage included. - Class ### [Gentle Restorative Yoga with Kat (In-Person and Online) - Ridley-Tree Cancer Center Santa Barbara](https://ewp.seatrobot.com/66f32bee33ea82483f1ddb0b/692775e1ec5f7dedbaeace90/) Monday, November 9, 2026 This class incorporates supported poses, gentle yoga, guided imagery, and breath work to support the body in clearing stress, so it can focus on healing. [View all classes & events](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/find-event-results?limit=10&query=%22%5C%22Mind+body%5C%22%22&verticalKey=events) ## Acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine care Explore acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine at Sutter, designed to support healing, relaxation and long-term wellness. 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