Patient Reviews


I first came to Sasha due to chronic lower back pain and plantar fasciitis that I have had for over 7 years. These were to the point I could not sleep through the night and it was extremely painful to walk my dogs. I also had thumb surgery that left my hand in pain and less than full mobility. I have tried weekly massage therapy and chiropractors, physical therapy with little to no results. I have been receiving acupuncture for less than a month and the plantar fasciitis is all but gone and the lower back pain allows me to take a 7-hour road trip with virtually no pain. My hand has almost full mobility back with no pain. I can now sleep through the night and finally wake up rested and no back pain. Working with Sasha has been outstanding due to always being on time for my appointment time and very professional. Acupuncture is new to me, so Sasha has always explained what she is about to do and why, plus making you feel comfortable through the whole process.
— Dennis S, Engineering Technician and US veteran
I came to see Sasha for relief from my shoulder, neck and leg pains. I had tried physical therapy, but had not fully healed, my pain still persisted and I required further help. Since receiving acupuncture treatments with Sasha, I feel relief from my pain, more energy and greater freedom of movement. I have been very much impressed by her professionalism. This is the best help I have received so far to address my conditions. Sasha is attentive, considerate and willing to help. I recommend her services to everyone seeking relief from similar symptoms.
— Imu F., Semiconductor Assembler
I highly recommend the acupuncture treatment with Sasha Scamarone. She successfully treated me for various health problems. I was rear-ended in a car accident and initially worked with different physical therapists, but I still did not feel quite well. I was introduced to Sasha for acupuncture and I gave it a try. It was amazing. I cannot talk enough how much Sasha has helped me with my neck injury and upper back problem caused by the accident. Within 4 visits, I totally felt much better and the pain went away. She also treated me for my terrible lower back pain and arm injury caused by overuse with a workout machine. I had been in pain for 10 months, but it took Sasha only two treatments to heal my injury, Yay!! She is very professional and punctual. I was late to my appointments a few times, but she was patient and stayed late to treat me. Very dedicated and caring! The facility is nice and very clean. I LOVE HER FOR THE WONDERFUL WORK she does.
— Loan Z., Language Immersion Elementary School Teacher
I was at seen Sana Integrative Acupuncture by Sasha for my Achilles tendinitis, tendinitis in my forearm, IBS, sleep issues and anxiety. I was in physical therapy for my tendinitis which was going well. I talked with my physical therapist about acupuncture and was told it can help stimulate blood flow to the affected areas and help with recovery. For my sleep and anxiety, my PCP prescribed me a medication I was not comfortable taking. I opted not to take the medication and instead decided to try acupuncture. After the first couple weeks of acupuncture, I notice my sleep and anxiety was starting to improve. I felt relief from my tendinitis in both my Achilles and forearm. During my treatments, I felt completely relaxed and symptom free. Since doing acupuncture, I have felt less anxious, more energetic, sleeping better, and no longer symptomatic with my tendinitis. Acupuncture has helped relieve many of my symptoms without the use of medications. I would highly recommend working with Sasha; the clinic was clean and offered a relaxing atmosphere. She is extremely professional and took the time to listen to my needs to develop a clear treatment plan. Sasha carefully explained how acupuncture worked and how I may feel following the first couple of treatments. Sasha had great communication throughout my treatment, always keeping me informed of where in our treatment we were and of any changes in scheduling. I would highly recommend Sasha to friends and family, she is passionate about her practice and will make anyone new to acupuncture feel at ease. Thank you, Sasha, for a wonderful experience and treatment.
— Jonathan B., Senior Applications Analyst
I first met Sasha when I was looking for treatments when my husband and I were having trouble conceiving. Within a month of acupuncture treatments, we were pregnant and I was convinced that Sasha was someone special. I continued to see her throughout my pregnancy and she helped me with all of my pregnancy symptoms including nausea, fatigue and sciatic pain. Once we became pregnant a second time, I immediately sought Sasha out to help with my pregnancy symptoms again. She is a lifesaver and I don’t know what I would do without her. She listens to all of my needs and instinctively knows what to do. I can’t say enough good things about her and recommend her to anyone looking for acupuncture treatment.
— Joleen H., CT Technician
Sasha has been taking care of me for about three years. When I first saw Sasha for acupuncture, it was a last-ditch effort to address foot pain from a running injury because other interventions had been ineffective. Sasha resolved my foot pain and I have continued seeing her for stress relief and other health ailments. I am a nurse and greatly appreciate Sasha’s scholarly but sensitive approach to healthcare. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone interested in acupuncture and a more holistic wellness approach. Sasha will make you feel loved.
— Melissa L., Registered Nurse
Last year I suffered from Bell’s Palsy; it came on suddenly. I sought medical attention and was prescribed medication the following morning. My PCP told me it could take around 6 weeks if not longer to get better, so I went online did some research and found that acupuncture is a treatment that would help me get back to normal. I hesitated but after talking to Sasha decided to give it a try! I had never tried acupuncture in the past for anything! Sasha was very professional, very knowledgeable and made me feel very comfortable while in her care. She also addressed other medical concerns which I never expected could be treated with acupuncture. Right after the 1st session I felt a difference, I felt more sensation on my affected side, after the 1st week I was able to speak better, the drooling stopped, so I kept seeing Sasha. After just a couple of weeks of treatment, I can say I was 90% better!
— Lupe S., Urgent Care Clinic Operations Manager
I began seeing Sasha a month or so after a motor vehicle accident. I noticed immediate improvement in my low back pain and headache symptoms. Sasha also helped identify lifestyle changes to improve my overall health, including changes to sleeping patterns and caffeine consumption. As a former Division 1 baseball player I highly recommend seeing Sasha to help improve recovery and overall body health. I wish I had understood the impact of these practices during my career. Whether you are just looking to live a pain free life or are an athlete hoping to compete at the highest level, I highly recommend working with Sasha.
— Devin H., Law Student at Lewis and Clark College
It is my pleasure to recommend Sasha Scamarone, L.Ac. of Sana Integrative Acupuncture. I am a 73-year-old man who has acquired several ailments over the last few years that include sinus problems, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), frequent night time urination, acid reflux, joint pain and trouble sleeping. These conditions have made my day-to-day life much less enjoyable than I would like. About four months ago I met with Sasha and started weekly treatments that mostly involved acupuncture to address these problems. I can happily report that they have helped greatly. My sinus problems have been interrupting my sleep for the last 2-3 years and the medications that I was prescribed helped very little. After my first acupuncture treatment for this problem, my sinuses became clearer than I can remember and this has improved my sleep a great deal. My primary care doctor said my IBS symptoms needed to be managed with careful dieting and to take Pepto Bismol when I had trouble with IBS. Although this helped a little, I was having a lot of morning discomfort a couple times a week. Sasha’s acupuncture treatments were much more effective. I haven’t had an IBS problem in about two months. Frequent night-time urination has also been a persistent problem over the last year and I was having trouble with the medication for this so I had to quit it. Afterwards, the night-time frequency increased to 4 or more a night and I was becoming a candidate for surgery. After several acupuncture treatments, my frequency has dropped to 1-2 times a night most of the time. My doctor said this was an acceptable frequency for my age. I’ve also been receiving treatments for joint pain, dizziness and fatigue that have also improved. Working with Sasha has helped me tremendously and I appreciate her professional and inclusive manner. She is always on time for appointments and has a comprehensive record of our treatments. Each session begins with a current assessment of my progress and any health concerns I have. She records this information and then we discuss the best course of treatment that day. I always feel that I have a choice in the treatment(s) to pursue. At the end of each session we set up a future appointment. I appreciate the fact that Sasha sends a reminder email as well as a text the day before an appointment. She is a highly effective and committed health care provider who listens to her patients and is very good at explaining what she is doing. She responds to emails promptly if there are questions that come up after a session. I highly recommend Sasha to anyone seeking help in dealing with the health issues which I’ve mentioned.
— Bill M., Community College Mathematics Instructor
After dealing with a recurring digestive condition that led me to consult with a number of physicians, including a gastroenterologist, I came away from all the diagnostic tests and attempted interventions with absolutely no improvement in my condition (fecal incontinence), which seriously compromised my quality of life. Reaching out to Sasha Scamarone for help was a game changer. She listened carefully to my description of the problems I was dealing with and inquired about my medical history, diet and other lifestyle issues, after which she prescribed an herbal granular product that was compounded to specifically meet my medical needs. She also made a number of recommendations for dietary changes, which were fairly easy to implement. After taking the granules for a few weeks and adjusting my diet accordingly, Sasha reached out to me for feedback concerning my condition and she was able to tweak the formula to improve its efficacy, allowing for a significant improvement in my digestive tract function.
Using her diagnostic skills, knowledge about traditional Western Medicine, and in-depth proficiency in her field of Chinese Medicine and herbal compounding, Sasha was able to accomplish what no other medical practitioners could. I am very fortunate to have her as my Chinese Medicine practitioner!
— Milorad M., Ph.D., Retired university professor
I originally came to meet Sasha at Sana Integrative Acupuncture after finding little relief from my pain caused by bulging discs. This was a result from my four years in the US Navy during the Vietnam era. The VA offered years of traditional treatment: pills, physical therapy, pain management classes and spinal epidurals, but the pain continued to be next to unbearable. After requests over several years I was finally approved for acupuncture treatment. Over a number of treatments, the pain I experienced every night before bed was reduced greatly and I was able to sleep through the night. The pain continues when walking, but I’m able to walk further and exercise in the pool for an extended period. There were unexpected benefits as well. Cramps in my legs have virtually been eliminated; my digestion has improved as well as a general sense of wellbeing. Since this was my first time to experience acupuncture, I was pleased with Sasha’s professional clinical approach, real concern for my wellbeing and excellent communication of my treatment. I felt very comfortable seeing professionals of other disciplines working at the clinic making for a pleasant experience all around.
— Charles S., retired International Marketing and Sales Director and US Veteran