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Care That Comes to You — Or Welcomes You In

At Ascending Dragon Acupuncture, we believe healing should be personal, compassionate, and convenient. Whether you’re managing chronic pain, navigating anxiety, stress or depression, recovering from surgery or stroke, living with neuropathy or Parkinson’s, or facing digestive challenges, we offer holistic, results-focused acupuncture. Treatments are available in the comfort of your home or in our peaceful clinic at Civic Center Station in Pleasanton, CA.

Founded by Dr. Mary Manning, DTCM, LAc, Ascending Dragon Acupuncture integrates acupuncture, herbal medicine, and the wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine to address the root cause of your health concerns — not just the symptoms. Dr. Mary is honored to be part of your care team and is deeply committed to helping you feel better, move more freely, and heal naturally.

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What We Treat – Natural Relief for Body & Mind

We specialize in gentle, effective acupuncture and holistic therapies for a wide range of conditions, including:

Chronic Pain Relief

Joint pain, back pain, migraines, and inflammation

Stress, Anxiety & Depression

Calms the nervous system and restores emotional balance

Digestive Disorders & Low Energy

IBS, bloating, and fatigue

Senior & Hospice Care

Gentle support from a certified Hospice & Palliative Acupuncturist

Post-Surgical Recovery

Supports circulation, reduces pain and swelling, and promotes faster healing after surgery

Neurologic Conditions

Stroke recovery, neuropathy, Parkinson’s, and other nervous system disorders

Our Services – Holistic Healing, Personalized to You

We offer a full range of Traditional Chinese Medicine therapies tailored to your needs.

Acupuncture

Relieves pain, restores balance, and improves wellness

Cupping Therapy

Reduces tension, boosts circulation, supports detox

Herbal Medicine

Custom formulas to support digestion, hormones, immunity, sleep, and more

Moxibustion

Gentle heat therapy to relieve cold-related pain and digestive issues

Electro-Acupuncture / Estim

Low-level electrical stimulation for deeper relief from pain and nerve-related conditions

Gua Sha

Traditional scraping technique to release tight muscles, reduce inflammation, and stimulate healing

Holistic Microneedling

Stimulates collagen production, smooths skin texture, reduces fine lines, and improves scars — naturally supporting skin health from within

Meet Your Practitioner

Dr. Mary Manning, DTCM, LAc

Dr. Mary Manning, DTCM, LAc is a nationally board-certified and California-licensed acupuncturist with a Doctorate in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Known for her warm, thoughtful care, she listens closely and creates treatments as unique as each patient. Her rare certification in Hospice & Palliative Care Acupuncture reflects her commitment to healing with dignity, respect, and compassion.

I’m honored to be part of your healthcare team. My mission is to help you feel better, move more freely, and find balance in a way that respects your whole self.

– Dr. Mary Manning

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   Linda Newman 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have been seeing Dr Manning for the past 4 months. ChatGPT helped me find her as her specific credentials were required for Medicare. I have found her to be professional, a great listener, patient, thoughtful but above all else she is kind. If you are hesitating take a look at her website. Spend the time. It is worth it. She is a true healer in service.
  
 
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   David Wong 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’ve been seeing Dr. Manning for a number of months now due to debilitating pains and aches I get from my job. I’m so happy I’ve gone to see her because it helps a lot and I’m able to function a lot better under her care. I also don’t feel as anxious anymore than I normally do. Highly recommend!
  
 
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   Angela Johns 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I can’t believe how much better I feel after 5 treatments. Dr. Manning is amazing
  
 
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   Charles Manning 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr. Mary has been working on me for a few years now. I'm a veteran with a few chronic issues. She helps me with digestion, energy, pain, and mood. The needles are virtually painless and she's extremely gentle. I especially like cupping and Gua-Sha when I have muscle pain! I also get good results with my digestive issues when I'm disciplined enough to use the herbs she recommends and keep up regular treatments. I have her give me superbills for insurance, too.
She's got a great clinic in Pleasanton and also does housecalls.
  
 
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   Danielle Thornton 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr. Manning is one of the health professionals that truly care about you as a person. She listens, is kind, patient, and takes into consideration how sensitive my body is. She put together a plan to help me with anxiety, panic, and hormonal imbalance. Which has been working great. Who doesn't love a doctor with pictures of dogs in her office!!! She truly is a gem ... reach out to her and make an appointment . You won't regret it!
  
 
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   Andrew H 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I highly recommend Dr. Mary Manning. I am very picky about who I allow to give me acupuncture but I completely trust Dr. Manning. Her treatments are amazing because she has such a gentle and healing energy and she is knowledgeable in treating a wide variety of conditions.
  
 
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   Tracy Burns 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Mary helped bring me back to life after my double artificial disk replacement in my low back. I could barely move or eat the first week post op.

One the seventh day, Mary came to my home and treated me in my bed. I was barely moving and couldn’t regulate my body temperature. After one treatment, I had more color in my face and my circulation was being restored.

For the next few weeks, I had Mary coming twice a week. My healing accelerated and with her help, I was able to taper off, then stop taking all pain medication by the end of the month.

I continued treatment for a total of 10 weeks. As I was able to drive and go to other doctors appointments, I still needed help balancing my energy level and total healing. It helped continuing weekly treatments while I integrated back into normal life. I’d recommend this to anyone preparing for surgery. Pre and post treatments are a game changer.

Thank you Mary!

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