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Acupuncture

What is acupuncture?

A healing technique in which very thin needles are placed in specific points on the skin to rebalance the body’s energy, or qi, and prompt the body to release natural chemicals to fight the illness or symptom.

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Jorge Intal, L.Ac., Ph.D.

Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine

Dr. Intal is a specialist in the practice of community acupuncture and integrative community medicine. He possesses over 15 years of clinical experience and training with a focus on providing compassionate, patient-centered primary care. Dr. Intal has practiced at Kaiser Permanente, the San Francisco AIDS Foundation and other non-profit organizations throughout the Bay Area. He was awarded a PhD by Zhejiang Chinese Medical University. He also holds a clinical doctorate in acupuncture and Asian medicine and a master’s in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and completed his bachelor’s in Neuroscience at Brown University. Dr. Intal’s clinical interests and emphasis include TCM internal medicine, oncology, endocrinology, physical medicine, behavioral health, prevention, wellness and longevity.

Walter Homberg, DAIM, L.Ac., AFMCP

Acupuncture & Functional Medicine

Walter earned his bachelor’s degree from St. Mary’s College of California where he studied Kinesiology: Health and Human Performance. After which he worked as a physical therapy aide at the Northern California Functional Restoration Program, whose goal is to assist patients in rebuilding their life that has been devastated by chronic pain. Patients develop coping tools to construct a realistic picture of what their life could be with a focus on mind-body wellness, the foundation of the rebuilding process. After which he sought further education in the healing arts by attending the Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine College of Berkeley, where he obtained his Master of Science in Oriental Medicine (MSOM) and his Doctorate in Acupuncture and Integrative medicine (DAIM).

  • He is certified by the California Acupuncture Board as an Acupuncturist and as a Strength and Condition Specialist by the National Strength Coaching Association.

    Walter is a graduate of the Institute for Functional Medicine’s Applying Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice (AFMCP – 2021), and he uses both Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Functional Medicine (FM) to help patients achieve balance. This blend of TCM and FM allows for Walter to provide both immediate care and often symptom relief, as well as identifying root cause of disease in both systems of medicine.

    Using diagnostic methods from both systems such as pulse, abdominal, tongue diagnosis, laboratory and orthopedic exams, Walter helps provide patients with a safe environment and the foundation to achieve their health goals. Through treatments such as Acupuncture, Cupping, Electroacupuncture, Gua Sha, Moxibustion, Dietary therapies, Traditional Chinese herbal formulas, exercise prescription, supplementation and breath work.

    Walter has lived in Martinez for the last 25 years and attended Alhambra Senior High. He enjoys, hiking, badminton, volleyball, board games, video games and helping people achieve their goals!

  • TRADITIONAL ACUPUNCTURE + CHINESE MEDICINE

    Intake - 60 MIN - $165

    Follow Up - 30 MIN - $83

    4 Pack - $299

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Community Acupuncture

Community Acupuncture Clinic is offered on:

Fridays from 11:30 - 2:30pm

Sundays from 10-2pm.

This is a walk-in clinic, so we do not take reservations prior to the treatments

Treatments are $44 (25-40 mins) and are in a private room, or community-style when our clinic is very busy

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“Community Acupuncture was my first visit and very first acupuncture session. The experience was wonderful. I’ll be back!”
— N.L., Martinez, CA

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Channels of energy flow from the hands to the feet (and visa versa).

    Needles are placed at different points along these channels to affect the flow -

    Locally: like a beacon (ie. “bad” knee, due to trauma)

    Systemically: like antennae (ie. fatigue, cramps, digestion issues)

  • No, the needles are hairlike in diameter. In fact, most people fall asleep and are very relaxed during their session.

  • Loose fitting clothing that can be rolled up and comfortable. Also, layered clothing that can provide access to arms and legs is also helpful.

  • Although many people experience immediate relief, Acupuncture is most effective with regular treatment. This is what makes community acupuncture so effective and valuable as it makes acupuncture affordable and convenient.

Ready to balance and heal?

  • “Dr. Intal has been an integral part of my healing process from a chronic illness over the past year. Every week during the clinic he checked in on my progress and symptoms. I couldn’t recommend him and community acupuncture more!”

    — N. J., CONCORD, CA

  • “Walter’s intake method is very professional and caring. He is attentive and asks questions in a clear, concerned manner. Walter explains the purpose and what improvements should happen with the treatment. He is very knowledgeable in acupuncture and integral medicine. I would highly recommend him!”

    — L.M. MARTINEZ, CA

  • “Dr. Intal is a kind, thoughtful, and highly skilled practitioner. I look forward to Sunday all week and am so thankful for community acupuncture at The Remedy. Dr. Intal has been an enormous help and is always happy to answer any questions and share his ideas.”

    — T. L. MARTINEZ, CA

  • “Not long ago I had a root canal which almost immediately prevented my jaw from opening. The endodontist said that my jaw muscles had been traumatized and would eventually loosen up. More than 5 weeks later and there had not been a change. I made an appointment with Walter Homberg to use acupuncture to help loosen up my jaw further. After my session, I immediately gained mobility in my jaw. We continued this for 7 sessions, each time I would measure before and after, and after each session there was a notable increase of movement. I am now back to full unrestricted movement of my jaw. Thank you, Walter Homberg, for your professionalism, knowledge of the different studies of acupuncture, and the final results we achieved!”

    — E.A. OAKLAND, CA