4550 Kearny Villa Rd STE 208, San Diego, CA 92123. Call/Text (619) 609-5300
Free Acupuncture for Veterans in San Diego
Veteran-Owned & Operated | Authorized VA Community Care Provider Since 2012
Welcome to Eastlake Acupuncture of San Diego. I am Dr. Nadia Ayadi DTCM LA.c, and as a military veteran and authorized provider, I am proud to offer VA-approved acupuncture in San Diego at no cost with a referral. At our Kearny Mesa clinic, we specialize in helping veterans "quiet the noise" of chronic injuries and trauma by providing fully authorized, high-quality acupuncture for veterans with $0 out-of-pocket cost through the VA Community Care network.
Our specialized clinical focus includes evidence-based chronic pain treatment and targeted PTSD acupuncture therapy to comprehensively resolve severe pain, sleep disturbances, migraines, and nervous system dysregulation.
With nearly two decades of clinical experience serving military veterans, my goal is to support your recovery and help you:
- Reduce chronic pain and physical discomfort: Targeting deep-seated physical injuries to restore your daily mobility and comfort.
- Calm your nervous system response: Gently reducing the chronic hypervigilance, anxiety, and "fight-or-flight" triggers so common with PTSD.
- Improve sleep quality: Helping you clear the mental noise to achieve deeply restful, uninterrupted sleep.
- Support mental health and stress recovery: Providing a dedicated, compassionate space for your mind and body to safely unwind and process.
- Enhance overall wellness without relying on medication: Restoring your whole-body balance and long-term resilience through specialized, effective PTSD acupuncture therapy.
Conditions We Frequently Treat
We use evidence-based acupuncture protocols to help manage:
- Chronic Pain: Back pain, neck pain, sciatica, and joint issues.
- Post-Traumatic Stress (PTSD): Reducing the "fight-or-flight" response and calming the nervous system.
- Sleep Disturbances: Insomnia and service-related sleep anxiety.
- Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) & Headaches: Specialized care for migraines and post-concussion symptoms.
- Emotional Wellness: Relief from anxiety, depression, and high-stress levels.
How to Get Free Acupuncture Through the VA
Getting started is a straightforward process. Follow these three steps to secure your referral:
- Contact Your VA Team: Message your Primary Care Provider (PCP) or Patient Case Manager (PCM) via the VA health portal or app.
- Request a Referral: Ask for a "VA Community Care referral for acupuncture."
- Specify Your Provider: To ensure you are sent to our clinic, specifically request Dr. Nadia Ayadi at Eastlake Acupuncture and provide this NPI: 1265790604.
Once approved, our office will contact you immediately to schedule your first session.
What to Expect at Your First Visit
Your health history is unique. During your one-hour initial intake, we perform a comprehensive assessment to build a roadmap for your recovery. Your treatment may include:
- Personalized Acupuncture: Gentle, precise needle placement.
- Electroacupuncture: Highly effective for deep-seated chronic pain.
- Complementary Therapies: Targeted biofreeze massage or infrared therapy as needed.
- Nervous System Regulation: Techniques to restore whole-body balance and resilience.
Scientific Evidence Supporting Acupuncture for Veterans
Research shows acupuncture may help veterans by:
- Reducing PTSD symptom severity and improving sleep quality
- Supporting nervous system balance and stress regulation
- Offering a safe, low-risk alternative to long-term medication use
The VA Whole Health program acknowledges acupuncture as a complementary care option with potential benefits for chronic pain and mental health conditions.
Why San Diego Veterans Choose Eastlake Acupuncture
Veteran-to-Veteran Care
I served in the U.S. Army; I understand the culture, the stressors, and the specific health challenges faced by our community. Why choose Eastlake Acupuncture of San Diego for your care:
- 14+ Years as a VA Provider: We are experts at navigating the VA Community Care system, ensuring your authorizations are handled correctly.
- Clinical Expertise: We don't offer "cookie-cutter" treatments. Every session is tailored to your specific injuries, whether they are service-connected or recent.
- Central San Diego Location: Conveniently located in Kearny Mesa, near the San Diego VA facility, with easy access from Clairemont, Mission Valley, and Tierra Santa.