Metta Acupuncture

I purchased 2 groupons based on the Unilocal reviews. That was a very good decision as it turns out. Ricky took a lot of time with me. He has a gentle caring manner and used needles and cupping. I was in pain in multiple areas. When I left I felt very tired. But the next day I could bend down without pain and took no pain killers that day. I am going back and looking forward to similar results and will repost. I will continue to go back after my groupon ends.

I have very tight upper back and neck muscles that massages don’t seem to help. I’ve had two appointments with Ricky and it has been extremely beneficial and life changing. He gets into those tough areas and utilizes techniques that are unlike anything I’ve ever tried. My back feels so much better after treatments, and I would highly recommend going to Metta for cupping and acupuncture!

It is so hard to know who to believe when you are looking for a doctor to help you deal with health issues. I am writing this review because I have rarely experienced such an extraordinary level of treatment as I have by Dr. Ricky Kuo. Besides a gift for healing, Dr. Kuo is incredibly kind and compassionate. He listens patiently, describes in detail what to expect, includes you in the entire treatment process. His gentle nature and concern is the first thing you feel walking in the door and the lasting sense you have going home.
I lived in Germany for 20 years, experienced a high level of quality for natural and oriental medicine, and I can highly recommend this practice.

I’ve seen Ricky 6 or 7 times over the past year for muscle pain and tightness. He is very methodical and is always able to find the problem spots. I always feel more relaxed after a session and have recommended Metta Acupuncture to many of my friends.

I had a great experience here! The provider really takes his time to ensure the best results and my back and shoulders felt 100% better afterwards. I don’t like needles at all and I’m completely comfortable coming back.

I’ve been getting acupuncture treatments from Ricky for 2 years for various symptoms from neck pain, carpal tunnel, and lower back pain. As an internist, I know all too well of the side effects of pain meds and muscle relaxants. Whenever my poor posture gets the best of me, I go to Ricky for a treatment. My tight muscles always get instantaneous relief and I walk out relaxed. Even more amazing, I caught a really bad virus last December. I had a croupy cough for days and lost my voice completely. Less than 5 minutes into my acupuncture treatment, I was able to talk normally! The treatment also helped a great deal for my sinus congestion. I am so thrilled that Ricky now has his own business in Encinitas! What could be better than taking a walk on the beach after an acupuncture treatment?

Compassionate, patient, knowledgeable and amazing! That’s Dr. Kuo. Our baby remained in breech position since second trimester. I tried several pelvic tilt exercises but all my efforts were to no avail. Towards the end of the 35 weeks, it became a real concern. Seeking alternative but non-​intrusive remedy, we went to see Dr. Kuo. He listened to us with genuine caring, eased our stress, and took his time teaching us how and where to massage the acupressure point of my pinky toes. That’s it? I was not a firm believer of traditional Chinese medicine but we followed his instruction anyway. Over the weekend I could feel my baby kicked and moved more than usual. And on Monday the ultrasound confirmed she had turned head down! In late February I safely delivered my baby girl without c-​section. He also recommended us some natural herbs that promote healthy lactation. We are very grateful for Dr. Kuo’s magic! Dr. Kuo is the best doctor we have ever had.