clinic teamThis is an Alert I am a description. Click the edit button to change this text. × Dismiss this alert. We’re thrilled to announce a change that’ll make your scheduling experience even smoother. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered – all your contact information is already imported into Schedulicity. To access your new account, simply … Read more
Like many of my patients at ERCA, your first exposure to acupuncture might have been at the movies or on television. If so, you were probably petrified of what you saw… from The Matrix to Kung Fu Panda. Here’s the reality…. Acupuncture needles are about the width of a human hair. In the United States, we use single-use, … Read more
Thank you, VoyageLA, for featuring Eagle Rock Community Acupuncture in your latest Local Stories section! We have been in business for 14 years and counting, and it is due to our community coming back and referring new patients to us! Here’s an excerpt: What else should our readers know about Eagle Rock Community Acupuncture? The … Read more
GET NATURAL SINUS RELIEF WITH ESSENTIAL OILS Here at ERCA, our two favorite essential oils for sinus pain and congestion are peppermint and eucalyptus. Peppermint oil contains menthol which affects the mucus receptors in the nose, helping to open the airways and clear mucus. Lab studies show that peppermint oil may fight bacteria, one of … Read more
Acupuncture vs. Dry needling Have you ever heard of dry needling? It’s a technique used by physical therapists that involves inserting a thin needle into trigger points in your muscles to alleviate pain and tension. A 52-hour course is required for physical therapists to perform dry needling. However, at ERCA, we do not offer this … Read more
Venmo payments now accepted! You asked, we listened. We now accept Venmo payments – look for @ercaclinic under the Business listings.
How does acupuncture crossover with Western medicine? This is a pertinent question, especially with a newcomer to acupuncture. We know acupuncture works with the nervous system, triggering the release of pain-killing endorphins. Can it help the immune system? Studies show regular acupuncture treatments can actually increase the number of T-cells the body produces. T-cells destroy … Read more