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Our Services

At Sarana Community Acupuncture, we offer a variety of treatments to fit your specific needs, acupuncture, herbs, and cupping. If you are unsure about which is for you, our practitioners can help you determine which method will best suit your individual health and preferences. With a range of services including acupuncture, herbs, and cupping, we are dedicated to helping you achieve optimal health and wellness.

  • By Bus
    There is easy access to AC Transit bus lines 72, 18, 52 and G. If this is your first time coming, give yourself extra time to arrive and find our clinic. For directions via Google maps, click here. For AC Transit information, click here.
  • By Car
    DO NOT Do not park in the middle aisle (adjacent to the sign tower) Do not park in any spot that uses the word "tenant" or "reserved" on the sign OK to park in the "time limited" spots for longer than the sign says (no one is timing anyone, as far as we know) DO OK to park in any other spot that says "customer parking" (as long as it is not reserved for another business) San Pablo Ave has free 90-min parking ALLOW EXTRA TIME for parking when coming to the clinic, so that you do not arrive late for your appointment!
  • Parking
    Leave time for parking when coming to the clinic! Below are some tips for navigating our parking lot. Be aware that the City of Albany is attentive to street parking on San Pablo Ave. So be sure to let us know to time your treatment appropriately so that you can get back to your parked car in under 90 minutes. Time limits are not enforced in the parking lot.
  • By Bike
    The parking has 2 bike racks in the center of lot, roughly across the way from the hair salon and physical therapy store fronts. Please securely lock up your bike! Our clinic does not have space for you to store your bike inside.

Acupuncture

Acupuncture can be effective to treat many ailments, including: allergies, asthma, anxiety, arthritis, back pain, colds, cough, effects of chemotherapy, fatigue, headache, low immunity, indigestion, muscle injuries, PMS, numbness, skin problems, and stress.

Acupuncture theory says that qi (pronounced chee), or life-energy, circulates throughout the body in fixed patterns referred to as channels or meridians. Acupuncture needles can regulate the flow of qi. Because qi travels all over the body internally and externally, it is possible to treat problems in one part of the body by inserting needles at distant points (acupuncture points further from the torso.)

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After needle insertion, you may feel sensations indicating the awakening of qi flow. These have been described as warmth, heaviness, slight ache, tingling or numbness. Many people report feeling deeply relaxed and elevated in spirit during and after receiving acupuncture.

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Although western science cannot explain how acupuncture works, many studies have shown its effectiveness, including its ability to stimulate the body’s natural release of neurotransmitters.

  • By Bus
    There is easy access to AC Transit bus lines 72, 18, 52 and G. If this is your first time coming, give yourself extra time to arrive and find our clinic. For directions via Google maps, click here. For AC Transit information, click here.
  • By Car
    DO NOT Do not park in the middle aisle (adjacent to the sign tower) Do not park in any spot that uses the word "tenant" or "reserved" on the sign OK to park in the "time limited" spots for longer than the sign says (no one is timing anyone, as far as we know) DO OK to park in any other spot that says "customer parking" (as long as it is not reserved for another business) San Pablo Ave has free 90-min parking ALLOW EXTRA TIME for parking when coming to the clinic, so that you do not arrive late for your appointment!
  • Parking
    Leave time for parking when coming to the clinic! Below are some tips for navigating our parking lot. Be aware that the City of Albany is attentive to street parking on San Pablo Ave. So be sure to let us know to time your treatment appropriately so that you can get back to your parked car in under 90 minutes. Time limits are not enforced in the parking lot.
  • By Bike
    The parking has 2 bike racks in the center of lot, roughly across the way from the hair salon and physical therapy store fronts. Please securely lock up your bike! Our clinic does not have space for you to store your bike inside.
Acupuncture

Cupping

Cupping is a healing modality used for thousands of years to promote circulation, ease pain, release muscle tension, clear heat and expel toxins.  Cupping pulls carbon dioxide and other cell waste from the deeper muscle layer to the surface of the skin, allowing the body to more easily flush out toxins and improve circulation in the local area.  Cupping is beneficial for back pain, shoulder tension, improving range of motion, respiratory condition (asthma/bronchitis/common cold), anxiety and stress release.

Photo of Chinese medical cups on patient's back

Appointments can be booked online. Cupping is available on:

  • Fridays 9:30 – 11:30 am

  • Sundays 9:30 – 11:30 am

  • By Bus
    There is easy access to AC Transit bus lines 72, 18, 52 and G. If this is your first time coming, give yourself extra time to arrive and find our clinic. For directions via Google maps, click here. For AC Transit information, click here.
  • By Car
    DO NOT Do not park in the middle aisle (adjacent to the sign tower) Do not park in any spot that uses the word "tenant" or "reserved" on the sign OK to park in the "time limited" spots for longer than the sign says (no one is timing anyone, as far as we know) DO OK to park in any other spot that says "customer parking" (as long as it is not reserved for another business) San Pablo Ave has free 90-min parking ALLOW EXTRA TIME for parking when coming to the clinic, so that you do not arrive late for your appointment!
  • Parking
    Leave time for parking when coming to the clinic! Below are some tips for navigating our parking lot. Be aware that the City of Albany is attentive to street parking on San Pablo Ave. So be sure to let us know to time your treatment appropriately so that you can get back to your parked car in under 90 minutes. Time limits are not enforced in the parking lot.
  • By Bike
    The parking has 2 bike racks in the center of lot, roughly across the way from the hair salon and physical therapy store fronts. Please securely lock up your bike! Our clinic does not have space for you to store your bike inside.
Chinese Herbs

Acupuncturists sometimes prescribe Chinese herbs as part of treatment. Herbal medicines are charged separately from acupuncture.


Chinese herbal medicine has been tested and proven effective by thousands of years of practice. Traditionally herbs are used to treat both the symptom of the illness and the underlying root of the disharmony, according to individualized diagnosis. Herbs are usually combined into formulas that enhance their effectiveness.

  • By Bus
    There is easy access to AC Transit bus lines 72, 18, 52 and G. If this is your first time coming, give yourself extra time to arrive and find our clinic. For directions via Google maps, click here. For AC Transit information, click here.
  • By Car
    DO NOT Do not park in the middle aisle (adjacent to the sign tower) Do not park in any spot that uses the word "tenant" or "reserved" on the sign OK to park in the "time limited" spots for longer than the sign says (no one is timing anyone, as far as we know) DO OK to park in any other spot that says "customer parking" (as long as it is not reserved for another business) San Pablo Ave has free 90-min parking ALLOW EXTRA TIME for parking when coming to the clinic, so that you do not arrive late for your appointment!
  • Parking
    Leave time for parking when coming to the clinic! Below are some tips for navigating our parking lot. Be aware that the City of Albany is attentive to street parking on San Pablo Ave. So be sure to let us know to time your treatment appropriately so that you can get back to your parked car in under 90 minutes. Time limits are not enforced in the parking lot.
  • By Bike
    The parking has 2 bike racks in the center of lot, roughly across the way from the hair salon and physical therapy store fronts. Please securely lock up your bike! Our clinic does not have space for you to store your bike inside.
Cupping
Herbs

Sliding Scale

We are committed to providing quality acupuncture services to everyone. We strive to make our services accessible to as many people as possible. We believe that price should not be a barrier to receiving healthcare. Our sliding scale fee allows you to pay what you can afford, no questions asked. See fee schedule below.

Please prepay for your appointment prior to arrival by clicking on the "Prepay Now" button below.

 

In-person payments are an option, exact change is required for cash payments.

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We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, checks and cash.

Acupuncture treatment:

sliding scale $30-$60; Veterans/active military $15 (please bring ID)

*First acupuncture visit paperwork fee $10

Child acupuncture treatment:

age of child—$1 per year (up to 18 years old)

Herbal products:

our cost plus sales tax and small prescription fee

Cupping:

sliding scale $30-60

Missed acupuncture or cupping appt with less than 12-hrs notice (non emergency):

$15

Our fees are set to enable you to receive acupuncture regularly enough to get and stay better. Within the sliding scale range, you determine what you wish to pay.

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In order to allow for physical distancing, we are no longer treating the same volume of patients we did prior to the pandemic. The result is reduced revenue for the clinic while it endures extra costs for PPE, laundry, cleaning, and disinfection supplies, as well as increased utility bills and credit card processing fees. We realize that things are tough for so many folks right now, but would like to ask those who are not experiencing financial hardship to consider paying a bit higher on the sliding scale to help the clinic cover these extra expenses.Donations of any amount are always welcome.

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We don’t do needs-assessments or insurance billing, but you can get a receipt if you want to be reimbursed by your insurance.

Volunteer

Learn about volunteering at Sarana by clicking here.

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Free Birthday Acupuncture

We want you to feel relaxed on your special day! Come in on your birthday and receive a free acupuncture session. This is valid for either new or returning clients, proof of birthday may be requested. Initial paperwork fee applies for new clients.

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