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Tendonitis Treatment in Santa Cruz

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

10 Practitioners
1 Treatments
6+ Supplements

Gabriel's Approach to Tendonitis

Gabriel distinguishes acute tendonitis (inflammation—treat with rest, ice, anti-inflammatories) from chronic tendinosis (degeneration—requires regenerative treatment to stimulate healing, not just anti-inflammatories). Protocol: 1) Acute phase (first 2 weeks): rest, ice, anti-inflammatory supplement...

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Acupuncture

Key Supplements

  • Curcumin 1000-2000mg 3x/day (anti-inflammatory)
  • Omega-3 4-6g/day (reduces inflammation)
  • Boswellia 500mg 3x/day (anti-inflammatory)
  • Bromelain 500mg 3x/day between meals (anti-inflammatory enzyme)
  • MSM 2-4g/day (sulfur compound—supports collagen, reduces pain)
  • Vitamin C 2000mg/day (collagen synthesis critical for tendon healing)

Key Lab Markers

  • Ultrasound (first-line imaging—shows tendon thickening, tears, calcifications, hyperemia—blood flow indicating inflammation)
  • MRI (if diagnosis uncertain—shows tendon pathology, partial/complete tears, surrounding soft tissue)
  • X-ray (shows calcific tendonitis—calcium deposits in tendon, rules out bone pathology)
  • Blood tests if systemic cause suspected: Rheumatoid Factor, Anti-CCP (inflammatory arthritis), Uric acid (gout can mimic tendonitis), Fasting glucose, HbA1c (diabetes impairs healing), Thyroid panel (hypothyroidism associated with tendon issues), Vitamin D, magnesium (deficiencies impair healing)
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Practitioners in Santa Cruz for Tendonitis

Sorted by treatment relevance and Practitioner Score

#1
93GPS

Santa Cruz Family Acupuncture

Relevant
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

Relevant
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

Relevant 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

Relevant 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

Relevant
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

Relevant
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

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

Santa Cruz CORE

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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

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

Five Branches University Santa Cruz Clinic

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

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