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Shingles Treatment in Santa Cruz

10 holistic practitioners in Santa Cruz who can help with Shingles. Gabriel's evidence-based protocols, matched to local practitioners.

10 Practitioners
5 Treatments
6+ Supplements

Gabriel's Approach to Shingles

Gabriel emphasizes early aggressive intervention for shingles (prevent post-herpetic neuralgia—chronic nerve pain): 1) Antiviral medication appropriate if caught within 72 hours (reduces severity and PHN risk), 2) High-dose antiviral nutrients (lysine, vitamin C IV), 3) Pain management (natural appr...

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Recommended Treatments

Ozone TherapyIV Nutrient TherapyNAD+ IV TherapyPEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field) TherapyRed Light Therapy

Key Supplements

  • L-Lysine 3000-6000mg/day (high-dose during active infection)
  • Vitamin C IV or oral 3-6g/day
  • Vitamin B12 (methylcobalamin) 5000-10000mcg (nerve support)
  • Alpha-Lipoic Acid 600mg 3x/day (nerve pain, repair)
  • Capsaicin cream topical (after blisters heal—for PHN)
  • Proteolytic enzymes (between meals)

Key Lab Markers

  • Clinical diagnosis (characteristic dermatomal rash)
  • VZV PCR or culture (if diagnosis unclear)
  • Comprehensive metabolic panel
  • Immune panel (if recurrent or unusual presentation)
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Standard Process

Whole-food nutritional support for Shingles

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Practitioners in Santa Cruz for Shingles

Sorted by treatment relevance and Practitioner Score

#1
93GPS

Santa Cruz Family Acupuncture

Spring Smith, L.Ac·L.Ac, Diplomate of Oriental Medicine, CA Board licensed, award-winning
5.0(89)
Santa Cruz, CA
Acupuncture
#2
93GPS

Santa Cruz Family Acupuncture

Spring Smith, L.Ac·L.Ac, Diplomate of Oriental Medicine, CA Board licensed, award-winning
5.0(0)
Santa Cruz, CA
Acupuncture
#3
91GPS

Wellness Medical Center

Verified
Dr. Donna Leight, LAc, OMD & Dr. Holly Guzman, LAc, OMD·LAc, OMD (both practitioners), Dr. Guzman is educator and speaker
4.9(76)
Santa Cruz, CA
Acupuncture
#4
91GPS

Wellness Medical Center

Verified
Dr. Donna Leight, LAc, OMD & Dr. Holly Guzman, LAc, OMD·LAc, OMD (both practitioners), Dr. Guzman is educator and speaker
4.9(0)
Santa Cruz, CA
Acupuncture
#5
88GPS

Jessica Powell Acupuncture

Jessica Powell, DAHM, L.Ac·DAHM, L.Ac, Certified National Acupuncture Detox Specialist, 15 years experience
5.0(42)
Santa Cruz, CA
Acupuncture
#6
88GPS

Jessica Powell Acupuncture

Jessica Powell, DAHM, L.Ac·DAHM, L.Ac, Certified National Acupuncture Detox Specialist, 15 years experience
5.0(0)
Santa Cruz, CA
Acupuncture
#7
87GPS

Santa Cruz CORE

Dr. Amberlee Rose, DAOM & Multiple Practitioners·DAOM, L.Ac, multiple licensed practitioners
4.8(58)
Santa Cruz, CA
Acupuncture
#8
87GPS

Santa Cruz CORE

Dr. Amberlee Rose, DAOM & Multiple Practitioners·DAOM, L.Ac, multiple licensed practitioners
4.8(0)
Santa Cruz, CA
Acupuncture
#9
85GPS

Five Branches University Santa Cruz Clinic

Multiple Licensed Practitioners·Licensed TCM practitioners, teaching clinic
4.7(64)
Santa Cruz, CA
Acupuncture
#10
85GPS

Five Branches University Santa Cruz Clinic

Multiple Licensed Practitioners·Licensed TCM practitioners, teaching clinic
4.7(0)
Santa Cruz, CA
Acupuncture

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