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Cicuto Acupuncture
Category: Health and Medical Acupuncture Acupuncture [Edit]
703 Clement St(between 8th Ave & 9th Ave)
San Francisco, CA 94118
Neighborhood: Inner Richmond
(415) 404-6109
- Hours:
Mon 3 pm - 9 pm
Wed 11 am - 7 pm
Fri 9 am - 2 pm
Sun 10 am - 5 pm
- By Appointment Only:
- Yes
19 reviews for Cicuto Acupuncture
19 reviews in English
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Review from Andrew C.
Alameda, CA
12/29/2011
In 2010, I started to experience migraines that grew in intensity and frequency, to the point where in 2011 I was missing work once a week, if not more frequently.
I saw many specialists that told me what it wasn't - sinus issues, tumor, other growths. I did find that certain migraine meds would help, but I had to take them far more than was recommended. On my wife's suggestion, I scheduled a few appointments with Denise.
Over the course of the next few months, my migraines were reduced, and began to dwindle away. The honest truth is that while I went in with as open a mind as I could bring, I didn't expect it to work - and it's worked amazingly well.
Denise is friendly, patient, and listens well to truly understand the heart of the issue. She helped to save me from some of the worst pain of my life, and I can't recommend her enough! -
Review from Maria B.
San Francisco, CA
11/25/2011
I was coming down with a virus-achy, tired, at least 4 quarts low. Going to Denise was incredible. She listened to my concerns regarding needle sickness so only used a few needles and paid attention to the maximum time I said I could handle it. After her gentle treatment and the herbs she chose for me, I felt significantly better leaving her office and was cured in 2 days! It usually takes me at least 1 to 2 weeks to recover from these flu viruses. I highly recomment Denise. I have been going to acupuncturists for over 20 years and she is by far the gentlest and the most effective.
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Review from Rachel G.
San Francisco, CA
7/1/2011
Acupuncture with Denise has improved my pain significantly. I suffered a bad fall last summer that resulted in a bulged disc. I endured the most pain I've ever felt in my life over the course of 6 months. I was at my final breaking point when I went to Denise in March.
After the first visit, my pain was reduced hugely and went from being an 'all over' pain to a focused pain in one area. (That may not seem like a huge improvement, but it really was. This injury has been a nightmare!) I did weekly sessions for the first month and am all the way down to once a month. I've experienced a huge relief in pain and am back to exercising, long walks and strength training.
The pain in my back has improved significantly and I am so happy with the progress since seeing Denise. I would recommend her to anyone who has never tried acupuncture. She has a gentle nature and will explain anything you have questions about. I never had tried it before and am a huge believer in the results. -
Review from Keri B.
El Cerrito, CA
8/31/2010
I went to Denise after major stress last spring- she's amazing and worth all of the jokes my fiance made about me being able to drink a glass of water and be the sprinkler for the lawn.
Go see her- now. -
Review from rednikki Q.
Monterey, CA
12/8/2008
I was a total skeptic. I didn't believe acupuncture could help me.
I was really sick. I didn't have health insurance. After about two days of protesting, when I was too weak to argue any longer, I was brought in to Denise for help.
I didn't believe she could help.
When I laid down, my temperature was 102.5.
A half hour later, after she'd stuck me with a couple of needles, my fever was 99.5, and I felt tons better.
I totally didn't believe (which is why I took my temperature beforehand, so I could say, "I told you acupuncture doesn't work!" Joke's on me!) Now I recommend Denise to everyone. -
Review from Whitney M.
Emeryville, CA
5/4/2008
Denise is thorough, compassionate, supportive, intuitive, and very professional. When I talk to her about what's going on with my health I feel like she's really listening and taking it all in.
With a San Francisco office and an Alameda one, there's a lot of flexibility about when and where I can make appointments.
As a massage therapist, I am picky about who I work with. I have and would recommend her to anyone. -
Review from Candy G.
San Francisco, CA
7/20/2010
Denise has been a lifesaver for me. I went there because of arthritis in my hip (among many bone/joint ailments). After several sessions of PT, my PT said the pain should be gone and could be residual. He said many patients had gotten good results with acupuncture.
I was referred to Denise and within a few sessions she had gotten me to where I was pain free in my hip, except for a few flair ups here and there. She's also treated me for other little issues - and no matter what she's treating, the improvement is immediate.
I go on a regular basis and I feel like it's reversed the aging process and put a pep back in my step.
Denise is an incredibly empathetic person - and an amazing acupuncturist! -
Review from Megan M.
San Francisco, CA
9/11/2008
Going to Denise has been my first experience with acupuncture. She has a gentle touch and truly listens to whatever it is that is ailing you. She is easy to talk to and let me unload all my problems, of which there are many, and of which I will not go into. The acupuncture herbs she recommended I use have definitely helped me make progress. She is located 4 blocks from my house which seals the deal. I like that I can grab some completely insane Clement street food item afterwards.
Definitely suggest to see her if you're ailing from anything at all, worth a try! -
Review from Stacy J.
San Francisco, CA
10/12/2008
I overestimated my flex spending account this year, so instead of stockpiling Tylenol and Gas-X in my basement, I decided to try out acupuncture.
I chose Denise because she was in the neighborhood and had excellent Yelp reviews and I do not regret it. I came in initially because I am allergic to every flowering, pollinating plant on earth and heard acupuncture can be helpful for allergies.
Did it help? A resounding yes! The herbs were also effective as well, which kind of surprised me. I like the TCM approach to dealing with allergies because it doesn't dry out my sinuses as much as Claritin and Nasonex does.
Denise has also treated other minor ailments with good results. I sometimes have a tight jaw that clicks when I open my mouth and it goes away after a treatment. Scratchy insect bites that blow up to the size of a tea cup saucer? Yin-care took away the itchies. Other times, I just come in beat tired and she pokes a spot on the top of my head and I feel like I had a shot of espresso about half way through the treatment.
Denise is attentive and I feel very comfortable sharing my ailments, whatever form they might take, with her. The only thing I could possibly say I disliked about her services is that having the two offices cuts down her availability in San Francisco in half.
4.5 stars, but I'm rounding up. -
Review from Rick G.
South San Francisco, CA
12/3/2007
I went to see Denise after I felt a sharp pain in my arm during a long motorcycle ride. When that happened, two of my fingers went numb in my hand. After a couple of weeks, sensation hadn't returned and felt it was getting worse.
When meeting Denise, it was my first time seeing an acupuncturist. I'm very traditional when it comes to medical care, so I was a little skeptic. But after the first session, I became a believer.
After 3 sessions, one of my fingers returned to normal with one of my fingers about 97% back to normal. Currently, I rarely notice anything wrong with that finger at all.
Surgery is bad. It's not reversible. Acupuncture is such a great alternative when possible. I urge anyone to try acupuncture before going under the knife.
Denise is professional, extremely well educated in her trade, her rates reasonable and has great bedside manner. Making you feel comfortable and know that you are working with someone who truly cares about your well being. -
Review from sarah d.
San Francisco, CA
9/24/2007
Denise is the first acupuncturist I've ever been to, and she instantly put my needle anxiety at ease. She's gentle, she listens thoroughly, and she has an intuitive sense for what she needs to do. She fixed issues in my body I had no idea were resolvable.
I now see her once a month, and highly recommend her to my friends. -
Review from Arielle M.
San Francisco, CA
1/8/2008
Denise's touch is amazing! This was my first time using acupuncture for pain relief. She has a very soothing demeanor that helped relax me. She was incredibly attentive and intuitive. Afterwards I was floating all day! I would absolutely recommend acupuncture and Denise to anyone who is dealing with chronic physical, emotional and spiritual pain. Her deep desire to help and heal is evident in her every word and action. What a gift!
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Review from Skin Care By Lucy B.
Alameda, CA
2/15/2010
I have been going to Denise over the past couple of years. I am an Esthetician (skin care specialist) and in my line of work I also do facial massage with some of my skin treatments. My hands were very achy with the repetitive movements of massage. I went to Denise for a series of acupuncture treatments on my hands, and what a relief. My pain was gone. I like to keep up with maintenous appointments to keep my hands free of pain.
Denisce is very professional, has a gentle touch, and is comfortable to be around. She has helped me alot.
If you haven't tried acupuncture don't hesitate, give it a try. You will feel much better........I do! -
Review from Steve F.
Alameda, CA
4/27/2007
I went to go see Denise when I had some issues with my knees, and her touch is like magic. I highly recommend her.
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Review from Krissy G.
Fremont, CA
5/10/2008
Denise is amazing. I started seeing her when I was 5 1/2 months pregnant because my pregnancy had been miserable and awful from day one. From the first appointment I felt better. My nausea, which had shown no signs of abating, was gone. When I had heartburn problems I went to see her and they disappeared. When I'm having a hard time keeping my mood under control she helps with that too.
I was extremely skeptical to start with but I'm glad I went. I think that acupuncture is the only reason I have been able to enjoy my pregnancy. -
Review from Aldyth B.
San Francisco, CA
12/3/2007
When I first went to Denise I was in a great deal of physical pain. I was familiar with acupuncture but had not ever had it. Everything about the experience was wonderful and enlightening. The needles are very slender, and Denise has a delicate, gentle touch so most of them I barely felt. What I did feel as I lay in the comfortable, calm room was the glorious sensation of pain leaving my body. I did not expect such immediate relief!
Acupuncture is such a beneficial alternative to drugs or invasive treatments, and Denise is truly gifted in this healing art. There is nothing that compares to walking away from an appointment feeling so much better than when you went in! -
Review from J S.
San Francisco, CA
6/5/2008
I've been seeing Denise since February of this year, and will continue to see her for follow ups and maintenance as need be. I initially started to see her because I have a couple of issues. The first is I've had 2 hip surgeries, and due to the damp weather in SF my hips always ache. The other is because of my bad hips (pre-surgery) I was walking funny and doing so caused arthritis in my lower back. So bad hips, with a bad back = no fun. Before I made an apt with another surgeon to look at my hips again, I had decided I would just live with it - it was part of the deal having bad hips - but then I jumped on Yelp and had a friend who had acupuncture done after he broke his ankle and he swore by it. Figuring I had nothing to lose I did some research on line and found Denise. Prior to our first appointment she sent a questionnaire and at our first consult we went over all my pains and aches no matter how big or small she listened. Since February I have been to see her twice a month, and most recently I only go about once a month now. You see - since February my whole body feels amazing. My hips - they don't ache all the time, My back I can get out bed without wincing in pain. I had never done acupuncture prior to this, and I'll be honest I was skeptical, but something about the treatment and Denise make it work. She is patient, supportive, and professional and has helped me so much. I will be honest - I tried the tea she put together for me - it's tough to drink, but the good news is you can get pills if your not a tea drinker. Also - the needles - I don't even feel them. It's not uncomfortable or scary - in fact most times once the needles are placed I've fallen asleep! I would definitely recommend Denise based on my experience and the relief I've felt since beginning my treatment!
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Review from Danny B.
San Francisco, CA
2/25/2009
Denise helped to alleviate anxiety over grad school and my particular life's exigencies with her magick needles and herbal remedies. I found her to be empathic, curious, and thorough. I will definitely be returning.
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Review from cindy s.
San Francisco, CA
3/21/2008
Denise is not only the most compassionate acupuncturist I have seen, she is the kindest practitioner I have ever worked with. She is genuine, intuitive, and extremely thorough. I started seeing her after the birth of my second baby to work on my scar tissue and general pain regarding my surgery. I'm feeling better day by day and have her to thank. I would never hesitate to recommend her.
