Helping people get out of pain for 25+ years.

Franco is an accomplished clinician and nationally recognized expert in the practice of dry needling, myofascial pain syndromes and persistent muscle pain.

With more than 40,000 hours of hands-on work, he’s been helping professional athletes, performers and thousands of others achieve greater health. His patients rely on his wealth of deep knowledge of the human body to help guide them out of pain and get them back to doing what they love.

Helping people get out of pain for 25+ years. Franco is an accomplished clinician and nationally... Read More

A leading myofascial pain and dry needling expert

Cofounder and clinical director of San Francisco Acupuncture Group, Jonah brings to his work over 25 years of clinical experience treating muscle pain along with extensive knowledge of pain science, neuromuscular and fascial anatomy, and integrative treatment modalities for pain. He leads our Virtual Pain Consultation program, designed to support chronic pain patients and health providers around the world.

Jonah’s patients include top professional athletes, performing artists, and business leaders. He’s known for his expertise in how pain functions, his gentle, caring approach and his ability to understand his patients’ situations, and to help them understand what is happening with their bodies, putting them on firm footing on the road to relief and well being.

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An expert in acupuncture and dry needling for pain, injuries, rehabilitation, sports medicine and peak performance.

Dr. Akasia Nelson specializes in advanced needle techniques for treating sports injuries and enhancing athletic performance. Her expertise combines traditional acupuncture with modern dry needling approaches, offering a comprehensive solution for pain management and functional recovery.

Dr. Nelson’s approach integrates precise needle therapies with a deep understanding of human physiology and biomechanics. Her skillful use of both acupuncture and dry needling allows her to effectively target pain, accelerate healing, and improve function for athletes and active individuals.

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