What Is Acupuncture?
Acupuncture is a system of medicine rooted in over 2,000 years of clinical tradition. By placing fine, sterile needles at specific points on the body, acupuncture stimulates the nervous system, promotes circulation, and supports the body's natural capacity to heal. It's effective for a wide range of conditions, from musculoskeletal pain and sports injuries to stress, hormonal shifts, digestive concerns, and fertility challenges. Most patients are surprised by how comfortable the experience is, and by how much better they feel after just a few sessions.
When Your Body Is Telling You Something Isn't Right
Pain that lingers. Stress that won't let go. A body that feels out of balance no matter what you try. For many Palo Alto residents, these aren't just passing inconveniences, they're patterns that conventional medicine hasn't fully addressed.
You've probably tried stretching, medications, or rest. Maybe you've seen a specialist who offered short-term relief but no real answers. It's frustrating to keep seeking help without finding something that actually works with your body rather than against it.
Acupuncture takes a different approach. Rather than isolating symptoms, it looks at the underlying patterns that create them. And for patients across the Peninsula, that shift in perspective often makes all the difference.
Why Palo Alto Patients Choose Peninsula Acupuncture
Ted Ray, L.Ac. brings over 20 years of clinical experience to every appointment. His approach is thorough, unhurried, and deeply rooted in classical Chinese medicine, with a clear focus on the conditions that affect real people living real lives on the Peninsula.
At Peninsula Acupuncture, treatment is never one-size-fits-all:
- Comprehensive intake to understand your full health history and goals
- Personalized treatment plans that may combine acupuncture, cupping, and herbal medicine
- Ongoing adjustments as your body responds and your needs evolve
Located at 2660 Solace Place in Mountain View, the clinic is a short drive from Palo Alto and offers convenient parking. Learn more about Ted and the team on our About page.
What to Expect at Your First Appointment
Your Initial Consultation
Your First Treatment
Your Ongoing Care Plan
What Patients Experience with Acupuncture
For Palo Alto patients who've made the short drive to Mountain View, here's what care at Peninsula Acupuncture often looks like in practice:
- Relief from chronic pain — back pain, neck tension, sciatica, hip pain, plantar fasciitis, and headaches often respond well to consistent acupuncture care
- Greater calm and better sleep — patients frequently report lower anxiety, more restful nights, and an improved sense of overall wellbeing
- Support through life transitions — from fertility and perimenopause to athletic recovery and stress management, acupuncture provides a grounding, whole-body approach
NEW PATIENTS: Please call 650-564-9002 to schedule.
Acupuncture uses very fine, sterile needles placed at specific points on the body to influence the nervous system, circulation, and muscle function. Most people find the treatment comfortable and deeply relaxing. By helping regulate the body’s natural processes, acupuncture can reduce pain and inflammation, release muscle tension, improve sleep, support digestion, and calm stress responses. Treatments are tailored to your individual symptoms, health history, and goals.
Acupuncture is commonly used for musculoskeletal pain, headaches, stress-related conditions, and a wide range of internal health concerns. It can be used on its own or alongside conventional medical care, physical therapy, or other treatments. At Peninsula Acupuncture, sessions may also incorporate techniques such as cupping, electrical stimulation, or personalized herbal recommendations when appropriate, with the goal of helping you feel better, function better, and maintain long-term health.
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The clinic is located at 2660 Solace Place, Suite B in Mountain View, approximately 10 to 15 minutes from most parts of Palo Alto, with easy access and on-site parking.
The most common reasons patients come in include back and neck pain, sciatica, plantar fasciitis, hip pain, perimenopause, headaches, digestive concerns, stress, and insomnia.Ted also works with younger athletes managing sports injuries like MCL injuries and joint strain.
Most patients experience very little discomfort. Acupuncture needles are extremely fine, nothing like a typical injection. The most common sensations are mild pressure, warmth, or a brief tingling. Many people find sessions deeply relaxing.
This varies by condition and individual. Acute issues often respond in a few visits, while chronic conditions may benefit from a longer course of care. Ted will give you a realistic, personalized recommendation at your first appointment.
We recommend calling our office directly at 650-564-9002 to discuss your coverage. Many patients are surprised to find that acupuncture is covered under their plan. Contact us.
Ready to Feel Like Yourself Again?
If you're ready to try a more complete approach to your health, Ted Ray would be glad to meet you.
Peninsula Acupuncture
2660 Solace Place, Ste B,Mountain View, CA
94040
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