About Us By Those Who’ve Seen Us
Jason is the first acupuncturist I’ve been to, but I don’t think I want to try anyone else! I have been seeing him about a pain in my heel that just won’t go away (Plantar Fasciitis). I am SO happy and pleasantly surprised (and relieved) to say that his sessions have actually really worked! He really explains everything that he is doing and lets you know what it is and why it helps. He also talks very casually about things other than what’s going on in your session- which helps make you feel very comfortable. That was especially nice for me since I had not had acupuncture before. He has been giving me herbs that I take home and soak my foot- this has really helped! He says that he is a bad businessman because he really wants you to heal and not need to see him regularly- which is helpful for your wallet! I highly recommend seeing him for any pain or concerns you may be having. He really knows his stuff and makes it such a pleasant experience!
-Diana M., Lafayette, CA
In true “Thelma and Louise” style I drove of f a small embankment and rolled my car. I ended up breaking my top two vertebrae aka breaking my neck. I was in physical therapy 3x a week, therapy, massage, and a on a hefty dose of very strong pain killers. Once I got my brace off I was in a lot of pain,still on high doses of pain meds… but also scared and sad.
I went to Jason on a family friend’s word that he was the best. I was a bit freaked out by the whole needle thing, but I was willing to try anything to find my old self/spirit back and ease my pain. Jason soon became my cure all. His bedside/table-side manner is amazing, he listens…really listens, and after getting to know you, he listens, predicts, and solves. He has ESP when it comes to what my body needs…or at least damn good skills, training, and intuition within 30 seconds of seeing me.
Jason helped my neck at first, but much more importantly he was a pivotal part of re-energizing my spirit, and helping me create my post accident self. I have continued to see him weekly, and I have been out of PT and other recovery related doctors for a half a year. His work has done many great things for me, I have listed what acupuncture by Jason Luban has done for me:
- Helped pain of broken neck and later aching back
- Helped with depression, anxiety, and fear (esp when going back to work)
-Now I am back teaching high school full time, and my body cries after stressful days…he consoles by needles
- Helped with cleaning my tortured little body after ingesting heavy doses of pain killers for months at a time
- Helped me recover in an unheard of amount of time from a mean hangover after a night celebrating my recovery
- Helps me with PMS, bloating, and other digestive issues
- Helps increase or decrease my energy to find the perfect balance
-Makes me have a love for little black dogs named Josie who play wingwoman to the acupuncturist.
-Helps my body find and hold a consistent rhythm which enables me to sleep better, and be more productive
I cannot imagine my life without these treatments. Holistic Health/Acupuncture with Jason has changed my life…He is able to deal with and heal issues that other western docs had been helping me with for years. Try it one time…I was a skeptic, now I am a true believer. AMEN!
-Shira C., Lafayette, CA
Jason is a master at what he does. I went in with a serious attack of gastritis. I was cleared within 24 hours – just from one visit to Jason and some strategically placed needles! In addition he gave me a great recommendation for kuzu root starch (twice a day) which also aided me in calming down my very irritated stomach. I can’t believe how quick that condition went away – would have been almost a full week on western medicine.
Also, he helped me with my rotator cuff problem – within 3 sessions I no longer had any rotator cuff issues. I am to the point where I would call jason with almost any of my medical needs.
-Sharon R., Lafayette, CA
Jason is an incredibly gifted practitioner of Chinese medicine. If you’re at all leery about having yourself poked with needles, he is the perfect acupuncturist for you. He demystifies the process, while somehow tapping into energies (qi) that I don’t entirely understand. He is calm, professional and soothing without being so “new-agey” that you are tempted to stab him back with his own needles. I wish I lived closer, so I could use his services on a regular basis.
-Dayan B., North Hollywood, CA
Jason Luban is the best! He’s obviously very knowledgeable in Chinese Medicine and I was impressed. (I mean, he doesn’t LOOK Chinese.. but has the KNOWLEDGE of a wise Chinese person.) I went to Jason to see if he could help me lose weight, and it worked. He was very truthful and real, which I appreciate very much (there is no magic pill). The advise and knowledge he sent me home with was very valuable; and I still use his principles today. Jason is very patient, and you know he has all his attention on you, not what’s going on outside or other. He has your health as your number 1 priority. Thanks Jason! I highly recommend Jason Luban for any ailments you may have. Or, maybe to even just visit his puppy dog.
-F.W., Berkeley, CA
Simply put, Jason is a healer – albeit a very humble one. Although I was afraid of needles and was once quite skeptical about Chinese medicine, Jason has made me a believer without fear by the very effectiveness of his treatments. He has instantly cured nausea and a severe headache (at separate times) for me, and he’s stopped a cold at the beginning stage dead in its tracks. He’s also one of the funniest people I’ve ever met, on top of having a very cute assistant – his Labrador, Josie. His talent goes beyond textbook knowledge – some would call it bedside manner, but whatever it is, it keeps me coming back, along with his very reasonable rates.
-Serena M., Oakland, CA
Jason is awesome! I have visited his beautiful and serene offices as needed for years. The latest healing was focused on internal abdomen issues, which have resulted in a total turn around. I followed the eating suggestions in addition to being treated with acupuncture and after only a few sessions noticed a change in the way I was feeling and how my body was healing past damage.
Several years ago I also had deep muscle pain in my right quadricep which would not heal with rest and massage. I had acupuncture and again, after several sessions the pain was gone. It is great to find treatments which are an alternative to taking western drugs. And Jason’s practice puts your body in balance, helping to treat the root cause rather than treating only symptoms.
Thank you, Jason!
-J.K., Lafayette, CA
I highly recommend Jason Luban as the best acupuncturist/herbalist I’ve tried. He’s helped me with everything from wrist/hand pain to getting me better faster if I’m feeling sick. My favorite thing to see him for is just relaxing and he brings my body back to balance. I leave feeling more grounded & calm. Jason’s easy-going personality makes you feel right at home. Everyone I’ve sent to him has had a great experience and they keep coming back for more.
-Kelly V., Walnut Creek, CA
After 11 years of neck pain, 2 unsuccessful surgeries, and a total disruption to my daily life, Jason successfully remedied my pain and gave me my active life back. Wow, both my wife and I are still amazed. I’ve since sent about 3 others to his practice. Not only does he deliver positive results, he’s a lot of fun to talk with while being treated. I give him 4 thumbs up (2 from me, 2 from my wife). Highly recommended.
-Bill H., Lafayette, CA
Jason is an amazing acupunturist! He really looks at the whole body to make sure he’s really taking care of your issues. I couldn’t be happier with the results! I’ve been seeing Jason for over 5 years now for various things and each time I need him, whatever is aching, he takes care of it! Also, he doesn’t just have you go for the sake of going (and spending money!). He actually gets you better and you are done! I’ve had issues with both of my shoulders, and both times he had taken care of the pain and impingements. He is also extremely pleasant, honest and you really feel like he “hears” you and gets a plan together to take care of the issues. I highly recommend him!
-Cindy K., Lafayette, CA
Accupuncture by Jason is warm and engaging. Jason listens to what you say and tries different techniques until he finds the one that helps with your problem. I am a very satisfied patient. I would recommend him first for problems with pain and stress.
-Julie G., Lafayette, CA
I met Jason earlier this year (through a recommendation I received from a good friend, who always saw me in pain) in a last desperate attempt to help heal my chronic pain. Although I do take good care of myself, I suffer from low back pain, arthritis in my neck, carpal tunnel, tendonitis, all related to my previous career as a hairdresser. If that wasn’t enough, I have had Fibromyalgia forever, since I was in my early twenties, about 15+ years ago, but I have always’ been in denial. Although I hate talking about my pain issues, Jason is very easy to talk to, he has a wonderful energy and it shows he cares about his work.
Retiring has helped tremendously with my other symptoms, but the Fibromyalgia is really bad and I can’t seem to beat it. Yet !
I have seen other acupuncturists before and I left feeling worse. Although my pain is somewhat constant, since I have been receiving treatment from Jason, I at least get some relief, for several days. Any relief for me is amazing, going a few days without chronic pain is wonderful. I’m sure as time goes on, I will get better. I can already see the difference. Jason is very intuitive, professional and very in tuned to my body. I feel very safe in his presence and I would recommend him to anyone with any pain issues. He is a wonderful healer, and will find a treatment that works best for you.
-Kyo H., Walnut Creek, CA
I have been treated by about 8 acupuncturists in my life, and, while it is difficult to make comparisons of effectiveness because of different styles and different medical conditions being treated, I am very comfortable with Jason’s approach, and I highly recommend him. Most of the other practitioners have been native Chinese speakers who trained in China. In general, their approach is to just get on with the treatment and not go into a lot of detail about what is going on or why the treatment is the way it is. Partly this is a language issue, and partly a tradition of the practice for those trained in China I think. Jason is very much the opposite, and that is a big reason why I prefer his approach, and you will too if you want to learn about why acupuncture can help you. He is a super nice guy and very patient, and he will give you as much detail as you wish regarding why he is doing things the way he is. He can explain things in such a way that even a scientific-minded person can appreciate the treatment. He can explain it in terms of chi or in terms of neurobiology, your choice. Another thing I really like about him is that he is clearly interested in becoming better at what he does since he is always doing research and taking workshops to improve his skill and effectiveness in a comprehensivie manner. Other nice things about his practice are the location (near BART), clean and pleasant environment, reasonable prices, and ability to access through Kaiser Health plans as well.
-Richard L., Oakland, CA
I’ve had atrial fibrillation for about 25 years. I been to 4 cardiologists, 2 endocrinologists and an electrophysiologists. I’ve had 2 cardiac ablations, and 6 cardioversions. I’ve tried just about every medicine that western medicine has to offer with no long term relief from atrial fibrillation. I went to Jason Luban while in atrial fibrillation and when I left the a. fib was gone. For the first treatment he took a conservative approach. It’s only been a week but I’m less often in a. fib. then ever. I still have very brief episodes but I’m sure with more treatment they will be gone. I will see him next week for a follow-up and more treatment. Not only is the a. fib. gone but it’s the best i’ve felt in a very long time. WOW!!!
-David B., Antioch, CA
When I had the worst migraine of my life, Jason came to the rescue. I wasn’t a huge fan of needles, so acupuncture never sounded like a good idea to me, but I was desperate. After one session, my migraine was gone and I was singing the praises of acupuncture and Jason. I’ve seen Jason for several issues since then, and he’s helped me every time. I’m the type of person who needs to understand what’s being done and why, and he takes the time to explain things and make sure I’m comfortable with the process. He isn’t afraid to be honest – he’ll tell you if he can’t help you, or tell you what you need to do outside of the treatments in order to make progress (i.e. dietary or lifestyle changes). He is also very down to earth and easy to talk to, and has a great sense of humor. Jason’s holistic approach and honesty make him one of the best practitioners I’ve ever been to. I highly recommend him.
-Susan R., Danville, CA
I am a physical therapist. For three years, I worked closely with Jason in two East Bay clinics. On numerous occasions, we co-treated patients–it was his acupuncture that would drop my patients’ pain levels down to the point where I could work with them. I was constantly amazed at how he was able to help my patients in ways that I could not.
His compassion, empathy, sense of humor, and far-reaching knowledge makes him the go-to-guy for acupuncture in the East Bay. I cannot recommend him highly enough.
-Chris Woods, PT, Eureka, CA
I came to Jason through a path of some of the most established, revered DOMs (Doctors of Oriental Medicine) when he was standing in for one of the biggest names in the Bay Area. I ended up never going back to the “Master” and chose Jason instead, and have never looked back!
He brings a sensitivity and enthusiasm to his practice along with a tremendous talent. His intuition is second to none, and his honesty is powerful– when he can’t help you, he won’t pretend to be able to! He’ll never sell you a treatment or an herb that you don’t need, but he always makes you feel safe and at home with him.
He is particularly good with people who are the most skeptical about acupuncture and people who are scared of needles. I want to everyone to know how amazing he is and what he has done for me, my husband, and my children because his brand of medicine can improve your life too!!! He has helped me with my back and “female issues…”
Highly recommended!!!!!
-Joni B., Orinda, CA
Jason is the first acupuncturist that I ever went to. And now that I have been to several other practitioners, I know that he is the best. He is highly intuitive, and his knowledge and expertise goes above and beyond the basic points and diagnosis taught in Chinese Medicine school. He’s successfully treated me for sciatica and whiplash among other things. I’ve also referred many friends to him and they’ve always been extremely happy with his treatments.
I once saw him work on a woman who had been plagued by chronic pain due to being struck by a car seven years prior. Within a minute of having Jason’s needles in her hand she began to weep with joy. She said it was the first time that she had had any relief from the pain in seven years–she couldn’t believe it! It almost felt like witnessing a miracle.
He’s also really cool and funny to talk to. I wish I could go to him now but I’ve moved out of the area.
-Emily K., Los Angeles, CA
I went to Jason because I was at my wits end with insomnia that had been limiting to my sleep to 3-4 hours at night for almost two months. I had been to the doctor and had been prescribed two different kinds of sleep meds, neither of which helped much and in fact, one of them gave me a splitting headache. Almost as a last resort I went to Jason from a friend’s recommendation. I wouldn’t have believed it, but it was like magic. That night I slept 6 1/2 hours and within a few days I was feeling human again.
Jason is very knowledgeable and has a very warm. personable, caring manner. I never felt rushed and in fact when I left, I felt nurtured, an uncommon experience after going to Western medicine doctors. I highly recommend him.
-Kerry M., Lafayette, CA
I have found acupuncture very helpful for sciatica and have seen Jason for a number of years when it flares up. The main reason I keep going back to Jason as opposed to all the other acupuncturists is his bedside manner. He is warm, attentive and really seems to care about me.
-Kit B., Orinda, CA
I have seen many acupuncturists over the years for various ailments. Jason is hands down the best. His knowledge of Chinese medicine and herbs is impressive. He is also kind and has a wonderful sense of humor. I always laugh when I get a treatment no matter how crummy I’ve felt when I got there. Jason gets to the source of your imbalances treats them and you feel better. If he can’t help you with something he is very honest about it and usually suggests something else for you to try that could help. I suggested that my eighty something mother give him a try for some problems that she was having and she always leaves feeling better for having gone. I not only feel better when I leave but somehow healed at a deeper level. I would highly recommend Jason as a acupuncturist and a great human being.
-Linda A., Martinez, CA
Jason is amazingly dedicated to his profession. He makes you feel very comfortable and at ease which is especially important when you are trying something new, not to mention something new with needles. Jason is very upfront about his limitations and after several sessions working on my foot/ankle pain from a fracture we were making little progress, he offered to have me go to one of his teachers for help. Unfortunately, I am not very patient and went back to western methods, but I thought his patience, persistence and truly wanting to heal me was admirable. Beyond acupuncture, Jason prescribed some herbal supplements that work wonders on my recurring tonsillitis. I was truly amazed how well they worked and I will continue to use them as long as I still have tonsils! Overall Jason is very helpful and if you are looking for an acupuncturist / herbalist you should give him a try.
-Sarah A., Concord, CA
Jason is a caring professional who has created a warm haven for those of us who put our health in his capable hands. He has treated my atopic eczyma, sinus and allergy problems and been unswervingly positive and supportive. I only recently told him that needled are not things I generally feel comfortable with but I know that his care has raised the quality of my life significantly! You will experience the same – just don’t over schedule so I can’t get it!
-Kimi H., Clayton, CA
