Orthopedic Acupuncture
Targeted care for pain, musculoskeletal conditions and recovery from injury.
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Santa Cruz Acupuncture • Orthopedics • Sports Medicine
Get back to what you love.
Individualized acupuncture and integrative care for pain, injury recovery, athletic performance and overall wellness.
A modern approach to traditional medicine
Specialties
Care built around how you live.
Daniel combines traditional Chinese medicine with contemporary orthopedic assessment and treatment principles to address the person, not just the symptom.
The approach
Traditional medicine. Modern thinking.
Daniel takes an integrative approach to diagnosis and treatment, utilizing Eastern medicine alongside standard Western orthopedic exams and testing. He also works collaboratively with referring physicians and therapists.
Meet Daniel
Our approach
Four steps. One individualized plan.
The goal is not simply to manage a symptom. It is to understand what's happening, treat appropriately and help you move forward.
01
Assess
Understand your history, symptoms, movement and treatment goals.
02
Treat
Use acupuncture and complementary therapies selected for your needs.
03
Restore
Support mobility, recovery, nervous-system balance and function.
04
Maintain
Build sustainable habits and a healthier, more balanced approach to care.
Acupuncture
Ancient practice. Personalized care.
Acupuncture uses fine, flexible needles inserted into specific points on the body to activate the body's own healing processes. Many patients find treatment deeply relaxing both mentally and physically.
Daniel's practice also includes Chinese herbal formulas and other traditional modalities including moxibustion, tui na bodywork, cupping and gua sha.
Explore AcupunctureServices
Tools for pain, recovery and balance.
Treatment is selected according to your condition, goals and response to care.
Acupuncture Treatment
Fine, flexible needles are placed at specific points to support the body's own healing response and address a wide range of complaints.
Chinese Herbal Formulas
A traditional system using natural medicinals to support treatment of numerous common complaints and health patterns.
Manual Therapies
Cupping, gua sha and bodywork can be incorporated when appropriate to complement acupuncture care.
Sports & Orthopedic Care
Acupuncture orthopedics, pain management and sports-focused care for active people, injury recovery and musculoskeletal conditions.
What we treat
Care for pain, injury and more.
Acupuncture can be beneficial for a broad range of conditions. If you don't see your concern here, call to discuss whether Daniel's approach may be appropriate.
Explore ConditionsSports injuries
Muscle pain
Back, neck & shoulder pain
Leg, ankle & foot pain
Arm, wrist & hand pain
Knee & hip pain
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Tennis elbow
Repetitive strain injuries
TMJ / jaw pain
Sciatica
Arthritis
Tendinitis
Myofascial pain
Headaches & migraines
Postoperative pain
Sinusitis & allergies
Digestive issues
Stress & anxiety
Insomnia
Depression
Fertility & IVF support
Back to what you love
Movement makes life better.
The goal of care is bigger than feeling less pain. It is getting back outside, moving with confidence and sharing the activities that make life meaningful.
Meet Daniel
A Santa Cruz native, lifelong learner and practitioner of whole-person care.
Dr. Daniel Rola, DTCM, LAC, is a California board-licensed acupuncturist specializing in acupuncture orthopedics, sports medicine and pain management. He graduated from Five Branches University in 2016 with a master's degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine and completed his doctoral program in TCM in August 2020.
As a holistic medicine practitioner, Daniel believes the best medicine treats the body, mind and spirit. His integrative approach combines Eastern medicine with standard Western orthopedic exams and testing, and he collaborates with referring physicians and therapists when appropriate.
In addition to acupuncture, Daniel is trained in manual therapies, herbal medicine and mindfulness practices including qigong, meditation and breathwork.
California-licensed acupuncturist
DTCM
Orthopedics
Sports Medicine
Pain Management
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Meet Kathleen Manza, LAC
Northern California roots. Integrative health care.
Kathleen Manza, LAC, provides whole-body, integrative care with a focus on women’s health, digestive health, orthopedic injuries and pain management, and emotional wellness.
Her approach is rooted in both Traditional Chinese Medicine and functional medicine, shaped in part by her own healing journey and a desire to look beneath the surface to better understand each patient’s unique story. She believes in treating the whole person—mind, body and spirit—and helping each patient feel empowered in their own healing process.
Kathleen accepts most major insurance plans, including Central Coast Alliance–Medi-Cal, Blue Shield, Blue Cross, UnitedHealthcare/Optum and Landmark.
California-licensed acupuncturist
Women’s Health
Integrative Care
Cosmetic Acupuncture
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Rates of Service
Simple, transparent care.
Choose the visit length that fits your treatment plan, or explore complete practitioner pricing and specialty services.
New patient
$185
90-minute evaluation and treatment.
Existing patient
$120
60-minute treatment.
Existing patient
$65
30-minute focused treatment.
New patients
Know what to expect before you arrive.
Your first visit begins with a conversation about your current health, past illnesses, family history and goals for treatment.
01 • Schedule
Make an appointment
Call the office to find a time that works for you.
02 • Intake
Tell your story
We'll review your health history, current concerns and treatment goals.
03 • Treatment
Receive your first treatment
Your initial evaluation and treatment are designed around your needs.
04 • Next steps
Build your plan
We'll determine the appropriate course of care and follow-up.
Inside the clinic
Care in practice.
A look at the people and techniques behind Santa Cruz Acupuncture Orthopedics & Sports Medicine.
Acupuncture treatment
Orthopedic acupuncture in practice.
Cupping & manual therapy
Hands-on care as part of an individualized treatment plan.
Cupping therapy
A close look at one of the clinic’s manual treatment techniques.
The clinic’s roots
Founded in 2003 by Anthony Von der Muhll, LAC.
Integrative care
Kathleen Manza, LAC, is part of the clinic’s broader integrative care team.
Santa Cruz, California
Ready to get back to what you love?
Whether you're recovering from an injury, managing chronic pain, staying active or looking for a more balanced approach to health, let's talk about what's going on.
ClinicSanta Cruz Acupuncture Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
Address303 Potrero St., Building 42, Suite 306
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Practitioner AvailabilityDr. Daniel Rola, DTCM, LAC
Monday 1–5 PM
Tuesday 9 AM–5 PM
Wednesday 9 AM–Noon
Thursday 1–5 PM
Kathleen Manza, LAC
Wednesday 1–7 PM
Thursday 8:30 AM–Noon
Friday 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
Saturday 9:30 AM–12:30 PM
Monday 1–5 PM
Tuesday 9 AM–5 PM
Wednesday 9 AM–Noon
Thursday 1–5 PM
Kathleen Manza, LAC
Wednesday 1–7 PM
Thursday 8:30 AM–Noon
Friday 8:30 AM–4:30 PM
Saturday 9:30 AM–12:30 PM