Acupuncture Pain Management

"During my career as a professional dancer I had the opportunity to work in Japan, where I was introduced to Shiatsu massage. My interest in this form of therapy sparked my curiosity,

"I grew up in Peru near Machu Picchu in the region of the Sacred Valley of the Incas, where as a child, I used to follow the shamans and observe them. They used medicine from the earth to help people in a

place where the nearest medical doctor was a full day away. In school I studied Industrial Engineering and Fine Arts prior to my study of Oriental Medicine. Having a diverse background has enabled me to combine Arts and Science to create effective healing techniques."

Education

• M.S. in Traditional Oriental Medicine from Samra University

• Acupuncture Orthopedics Certificate of Completion from Lerner Education in Los Angeles

• Practices Kiiko Matsumoto's Meridian Therapy and Hara Diagnosis Style

• Shiatsu Massage Therapist Certification from Tao Healing Arts Center in Santa Monica

• B.A. in Dance from the University of California at Irvine

Education

• M.S. in Traditional Oriental Medicine from Samra University

• Acupuncture Orthopedics Certificate of Completion from Lerner Education in Los Angeles

• Practices Master Tong's Balancing Method

• Majored in Fine Arts at Long Beach City College

• Majored in Industrial Engineering from San Marcos University - Lima, Peru

Edwin Gastañaga, L.Ac.

Our Acupuncturists

and soon I was immersed in the study of Oriental Medicine. Since then, I have combined my background in dance and massage with my training in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine to create a deeper understanding of the body and its ability to regenerate itself. With my knowledge and experience, I will help you achieve the long term benefits of a better state of being."

Nancy K. Brigden, L.Ac.

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