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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: How many treatments are typically required for Acupuncture?
A: The number of treatments required to achieve desired results varies depending on the individual and the condition being treated. Generally, most people require a minimum of 3-5 treatments to experience the full benefits of acupuncture.

 

Fertility Acupuncture Treatments will be assessed individually.

Dr. Susie Choi will provide custom treatment plans that may also include Chinese Herbal Formula.


Q: Is Acupuncture safe?
A: Acupuncture is a safe and effective form of treatment with minimal side effects. It is important to ensure that you are receiving acupuncture from a qualified and experienced practitioner that is a Licensed Acupuncturist.

 

Q: What is Acupuncture?
A: Acupuncture is a form of Chinese medicine that involves the insertion of thin needles into the body. It is based on the idea that energy flows through the body in pathways called meridians, and that inserting needles into these pathways can help restore balance and promotes the body's natural healing process.

Q: How long does an acupuncture treatment typically last?
A: An acupuncture treatment typically lasts between 45 and 60 minutes.

During this time, Dr. Susie Choi will insert needles into various points along the body, and may also techniques such as cupping treatment, based on Patient's Treatment Appointment.
 

Q: Is acupuncture painful?

A: Acupuncture is generally considered to be a painless treatment. The needles used in  acupuncture are typically very thin and patients may not even feel them when they are inserted. Acupuncture is generally considered to be a relaxing and therapeutic experience.​

Q: What Treatments do you Offer?

A: We Offer Acupuncture Treatment, Cupping Treatment, Custom Herbal Formula, and Massage Therapy.

Infrared light therapy is incorporated into our acupuncture practices as a complementary modality.
Infrared light therapy can enhance the benefits of traditional acupuncture by supporting the body's healing processes, improving blood circulation, pain relief and enhanced healing.

Q: Where is Torrance Acupuncture Clinic Located?

A: We are located at Sepulveda Blvd / Hawthorne Blvd inside the CitiBank Building.

SOUTH BAY Acupuncture Clinic - Torrance Wellness Center  at 3812 Sepulveda Blvd Torrance 90505

Q: When are you Open?

A: Our Hours of Operation are as follows:

Mon  9:00am-2:30pm

Tues 9:00am-5:30pm

Wed Closed

Thur 9:00am-5:30pm

Fri 9:00am-2:30pm

Sat 9:00am-1:00pm

Q: How do I schedule for Treatment?

A: Book online Directly in our Live Calendar 

Q: Who is the Acupuncturist?

A: Dr. Susie Choi is Licensed Acupuncturist, a Doctor of Oriental Medicine, with 20 Years of Clinical Experience specializing in Pain Management, Women's Health, Fertility, Neuropathy Treatment, Headache/Migraine,

Stress/Anxiety, Insomnia, Gastrointestinal Disorders, Fatigue, Allergies, Tinnitus/Vertigo and

General Health & Well-Being.  

Q: What Conditions are Treated at Torrance Acupuncture ?

A:  We Specialize in the Treating :​

Pain Management

 (Sciatica, Arthritis, Knee Pain, Tennis Elbow, Golfers Elbow, Pickle Ball Injury, Shoulder Injury, Tendonitis )

Headache  / Migraine

Stress / Anxiety

Insomnia

Neuropathy

Fertility

Women's Health

 (PMS Premenstrual Syndrome, Irregular Menstrual Cycles, Menopause, and Hot flashes)

Gastrointestinal Disorders 

 (IBS Irritable Bowl Syndrome, Constipation, Indigestion, Acid Reflux, Bloating and Gas)

Fatigue

Allergies

Tinnitus / Vertigo

​Please ask Dr. Susie Choi what other conditions are treated.

Q: How much does acupuncture treatment cost ?

A:  

Initial Visit 

Initial Evaluation + Acupuncture Treatment + Cupping Treatment  ( 95 min )  - $200

Follow Up Visits 

Follow-up Acupuncture Treatment ( 50 min ) - $125

Follow-up Acupuncture Treatment  + Cupping Treatment  ( 60 min ) - $155

Cupping Treatment ( 15 min ) - $75

MASSAGE

( 50 min) - $125  

 ( no additional gratuity is necessary ) 

Q: Do you accept Insurance?

Q: What form of payment do you accept?

A: We accept Cash-Pay, Credit Card and Zelle.

A: All services with practitioners will be the cash rate upfront. We can provide you with a 'superbill' to submit a claim on your end for direct reimbursement from your insurance company. A superbill is an itemized receipt with all necessary insurance coding needed to submit a claim yourself to your insurance company for direct reimbursement or have your visits apply towards your deductible.

If you’d like a superbill, please request.

*We also accept FSA (Flex Spending Accounts) and HSA (Health Savings Accounts) as forms of payment, regardless of your coverage.

Q: Do you Offer Treatment Packge Pricing ?

A:  We offer packages of Follow-Up treatments available at a discounted rate for most of our services.

For more information, call 310-620-1648.  

SOUTH BAY Acupuncture Clinic - Torrance Acupuncture with Dr. Susie Choi - Licensed Acupuncturist 3812 Sepulveda Blvd, Suite 370, Torrance CA 90505
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TORRANCE ACUPUNCTURE CLINIC 

Dr. Susie Choi, Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine 

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HOURS OF OPERATION

Mon  9:00am-2:30pm

Tues 9:00am-5:30pm

Wed Closed

Thur 9:00am-5:30pm

Fri 9:00am-2:30pm

Sat 9:00am-1:00pm

3812 Sepulveda Blvd. Ste 370

Torrance, CA 90505

​​Torrance Acupuncture is here to help you regain calm, clarity,

and your body's innate healing abilities.

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© 2025 Torrance Acupuncture Clinic, Torrance, California, 90505

Dr. Susie Choi, D.O.A.M., L.Ac 

Doctor of Oriental Medicine and Licensed Acupuncturist

South Bay Traditional Chinese Medicine 

Los Angeles, Southern California USA

Torrance Acupuncture

Dr. Susie Choi, D.O.A.M., L.Ac. - Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. Licensed Acupuncturist.

South Bay, California

Torrance, Beach Cities, Hermosa Beach, Redondo Beach, Palos Verdes Peninsula, Rolling Hills Estates, Palos Verdes Estates, Palos Verdes, Rancho Palos Verdes, El Segundo, Lawndale, Gardena, Lomita.

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