Treatment Options
Every option at Core Meridian is crafted to meet you where you are—clinically grounded, deeply personalized, and designed to move you toward lasting health. Explore our treatments below to discover the care that fits your goals.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is a precise, evidence-informed medical therapy that supports the body’s ability to regulate pain, reduce inflammation, and restore healthy nervous system function. At Core Meridian, treatments are individualized using traditional East Asian medical diagnostics alongside modern clinical insight to address both symptoms and their underlying physiological patterns.
Fine, sterile needles are placed at specific points along the body to influence circulation, neuromuscular signaling, and autonomic balance. Depending on your needs, treatment may be complemented by therapies such as cupping, gua sha, near-infrared light therapy, or gentle electro-acupuncture to enhance therapeutic outcomes.
When clinically appropriate, care may also be supported with customized Chinese herbal formulas and targeted nutrition and lifestyle guidance to help reinforce treatment effects and promote long-term health and resilience.
Cosmetic Acupuncture
Cosmetic acupuncture is a natural, regenerative treatment designed to support healthy skin by improving circulation, stimulating collagen production, and enhancing the body’s natural repair processes. Rather than masking surface concerns, this approach works through the body’s underlying physiological systems to improve tone, elasticity, and overall skin vitality.
Using ultra-fine needles placed in precise facial and body points, treatment helps increase blood flow, relax facial tension, and encourage cellular renewal. Patients often notice improvements in skin texture, firmness, and brightness while also benefiting from whole-body relaxation and nervous system regulation.
Treatments may also incorporate complementary therapies such as facial gua sha, microcurrent stimulation, or near-infrared light therapy to further support collagen remodeling, lymphatic drainage, and a more refreshed, balanced appearance.
Microneedling
Microneedling at Core Meridian blends ancient healing principles with advanced skin regeneration science. Also known as collagen induction therapy, this minimally invasive treatment uses ultra-fine needles to stimulate the body’s natural healing response—promoting collagen production, improving skin tone and texture, and reducing the appearance of fine lines, scars, and discoloration.
We take a holistic, TCM-informed approach by incorporating serums, acupuncture, and optional LED therapy to enhance cellular repair and circulation. Whether you’re seeking facial rejuvenation, scar treatment, or overall skin health, microneedling is a powerful tool for restoring vitality from the surface, down to the core.
Cupping/ Gua Sha (Scraping)
Cupping and gua sha are manual therapies used to relieve musculoskeletal tension, improve circulation, and support the body’s natural recovery processes. These techniques work by mobilizing soft tissue, releasing areas of stagnation, and promoting more efficient blood and lymphatic flow.
At Core Meridian, treatment is applied with precision to areas of restriction, overuse, or chronic tightness. Cupping creates negative pressure to decompress tissue and enhance circulation, while gua sha uses controlled instrument-assisted strokes to break up adhesions and facilitate tissue repair.
This therapy is well-suited for individuals experiencing muscle tension, stress-related tightness, or recovery from physical activity or injury, and may be used as a standalone session or integrated with acupuncture for more comprehensive care.
Potential Benefits
• Improved muscle recovery and mobility
• Reduction in pain and inflammation
• Enhanced circulation and lymphatic movement
• Support for nervous system regulation
Near-Infrared Light Therapy
Near-infrared light therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses specific wavelengths of red and near-infrared light to support cellular repair, reduce inflammation, and enhance tissue recovery. At Core Meridian, this therapy is delivered using the FDA-cleared Celluma PRO device to provide consistent, clinically effective light energy at therapeutic depths.
Light energy penetrates the skin and underlying tissues to stimulate mitochondrial activity, improve circulation, and promote more efficient healing at the cellular level. This process helps regulate inflammation, accelerate recovery, and support overall tissue function.
This therapy is well-suited for individuals experiencing chronic pain, joint stiffness, muscle fatigue, or skin-related concerns, and may be used as a standalone treatment or integrated with acupuncture and other therapies to enhance outcomes.
Potential Benefits
• Improved circulation and tissue repair
• Reduction in joint and muscle discomfort
• Decreased inflammation and oxidative stress
• Support for skin health and collagen production
Chinese Herbal Medicine Consultation
Chinese herbal medicine is a sophisticated therapeutic system used to address internal imbalances and support the body’s natural healing processes. Herbal formulas are carefully constructed using traditional East Asian medical principles to regulate organ systems, strengthen physiological function, and restore overall balance.
During this focused consultation, your practitioner evaluates your symptoms, health history, and constitutional patterns to determine the most appropriate herbal strategy. Formulas are customized to your individual presentation and adjusted as your condition evolves.
Herbal therapy may be used alongside acupuncture or as a standalone treatment to support concerns such as stress and burnout, fatigue, digestive disturbances, sleep issues, hormonal balance, immune support, and recovery from illness or injury.
What’s Included
• 30-minute consultation (in-person or virtual)
• Personalized herbal formula recommendation
• Guidance on dosing and duration of use
• Follow-up adjustments as needed
(Cost of herbs is not included. Customized formulas or granules are billed separately.)
Concierge In-Home Care
For clients who value exclusivity, convenience, and privacy, Core Meridian offers concierge in-home acupuncture and integrative care services. This premium option is designed for busy professionals, those with demanding schedules, or anyone seeking the ease of personalized wellness delivered directly to their space.
Each 75-minute session provides the same clinical precision and individualized care you would experience in our Newport Beach clinic, but with the added benefit of extended time and undivided attention. Treatments may include acupuncture, cupping, gua sha, near-infrared light therapy, or guided breathwork—carefully tailored to your unique needs in the moment.
We bring all essential equipment and create a calm, restorative setting, transforming your home into a private wellness sanctuary. This service ensures not only the highest level of care, but also the elevated, concierge-level experience Core Meridian is known for.
Corporate Wellness
At Core Meridian, we partner with forward-thinking organizations to bring evidence-based, results-driven care into the workplace. Our corporate wellness services are designed to support high-performing teams by addressing the root causes of burnout, fatigue, chronic pain, and stress-related health challenges.
We offer both on-site and in-clinic solutions tailored to enhance employee wellbeing, reduce stress-related absenteeism, and promote long-term resilience. From group acupuncture sessions and stress-recovery protocols to men’s health optimization and supplement stack education, our services are designed to boost energy, focus, and overall performance.
Whether you’re looking to elevate your wellness offerings or provide meaningful support beyond the standard, Core Meridian delivers a modern, integrative approach to corporate care.
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