Rooted in Santa Cruz. Focused on keeping you moving.
Santa Cruz Acupuncture Orthopedics & Sports Medicine has been helping people recover from pain and injury and return to the activities they love since 2003.
A tradition of orthopedic acupuncture in Santa Cruz.
The clinic was founded in 2003 by Anthony Von der Muhll, LAC, DNBAO, FAIPM, who developed a practice focused on acupuncture orthopedics, sports medicine and pain management.
When Anthony retired, he chose Dr. Daniel Rola, DTCM, LAC, to continue the practice. That transition preserved an established tradition while allowing the clinic to evolve with contemporary approaches to sports medicine, pain management and rehabilitation.
Local roots. Integrative medicine. A passion for movement.
Daniel was born and raised in Santa Cruz County. Surfing, mountain biking, hiking, tennis and exploring the outdoors are part of his own life—and inform how he thinks about helping patients return to theirs.
Education
Doctor and Master of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Five Branches University, Santa Cruz.
Licensure & certifications
California-licensed acupuncturist; Certified Massage Practitioner; Medical Qigong certification.
Professional experience
Private practice in Santa Cruz; instructor for the Trauma & Orthopedics Club at Five Branches University; credentialed acupuncture provider with Kaiser Permanente and Palo Alto/Santa Cruz Medical Foundation.
Professional memberships
American Society of Acupuncturists and California State Oriental Medical Association.
Health is more than the absence of pain.
Daniel describes a lifelong curiosity about how the body works and a desire to help people stay connected to the activities that make life meaningful.
“I enjoy figuring out why something hurts, understanding how it’s affecting the whole person, and developing a treatment strategy that helps them move forward. Ultimately, my goal is simple: provide thoughtful, effective care and help people get back to doing the things that make their lives better.”