As a professional athlete, it becomes vital to choose a care team of the highest caliber. After suffering a compression fracture in both my neck and back, I was told I would need a fusion surgery if my body did not heal itself in an 8-week period in a full back and neck brace. Knowing that a fusion carries the risk of many complications, and having my entire career on the line, I knew I had to try more alternative approaches to healing. I initially started seeing a chiropractor, but found moderate to little relief. Thus, I started receiving treatments from Dr. Nia 3x each week- driving 1.5 hours each way to be able to see the best acupuncturist. Within 4 weeks, I had seen a significant improvement in my pain and range of motion. During my follow-up exams, my physicians were shocked to see my body healing so quickly and strongly. Additionally, Dr. Nia focused on a whole-body approach where she also worked on my knee that I previously could not bend completely, due to a cadaver ACL surgery performed years ago. Within a few weeks, I had a range of motion in my knee that I hadn’t experienced in years. At the end of my 8-week period, I was told that no fusion was necessary and I continued my treatments with Dr. Nia religiously. 6 months after a back and neck break, I was back to racing at an elite level- something that many athletes in my shoes have been unable to do. I want to sincerely thank Dr. Nia for her time and care for not only me, but for all of her patients. Not only does she focus on acute issues at hand, but she focuses on treating the whole body for maximum benefits. I would recommend Dr. Nia to any professional athlete at the elite level not only for post-traumatic injuries but also for sports performance maintenance. -Vinnie B.

I would like to share my pain and fear of losing my mind. 11 days after I lost my dad to a heart attack, I started to have difficulty breathing along with severe heart palpitations. I was unable to sleep and my hands and arms would become numb. I felt like I was having a heart attack and couldn’t breathe. My head and brain felt like a balloon that was on the verge of exploding at any minute. I became so scared that I rushed to the emergency room. At that moment I said goodbye to all of my family, as I thought this would be the last time I would see them; I was sure I was going to die. After spending an entire day in the hospital where I was subjected to every test, lab and exam, I was told that everything was normal and that nothing is wrong with me. For 6.5 months, during which I was taken to the emergency room another 5 times, I was suffering with the same symptoms without help. All they told me was that all my results are normal. Meanwhile I was suffering from more and more pain and aches in my hands, chest, ear and from the inability to breathe well. I was unable to eat and was quickly losing weight (about 15 lbs). I had not only no appetite for food, but also for work and life. Until, I was referred to Dr. Nia where I told her I think that there is a ghost inhabiting my body because I have all these debilitating ailments and I am suffering but all the physicians and hospitals are just telling me that I am good. After 1 month of acupuncture treatments from Dr. Nia I saw a big difference and improvement in my health. No more tingling and numbness in my hand, neck or head. The pain and burning sensation in my chest and head was gone and I was able to return to work. I really want to thank Dr. Nia from the bottom of my heart, since she was the only one who diagnosed me and helped me to feel great and give me back my health, my family and my life. I also want to recommend Dr. Nia to everybody that has any kind of issue, pain or ache but nobody can help him or her resulting in them thinking that everything is in their head/mind or they are crazy. Because, before I met Dr. Nia, I thought I was simply crazy. Thank you Dr. Nia for making me feel alive so that I can be able to function, live and be a father and husband again.

I had my first migraine in sixth grade, from not being able to see out of my left eye to the incredible amount of pain, it was one of the scariest nights I had experienced. When my family moved across the country from Chicago to California, I started getting migraines more and more frequently and my parents took me to all sorts of doctors to try and get to the bottom of what the cause was. Nothing worked and more migraines I had the more depressed I got because of defects out of my life. I missed practices couldn't hang out with friends because I had to study and make up missing assignments and I started retreating more inside myself. At the end of my sophomore year I decided to no longer take prescription medication for my migraines. I talked with my parents and we decided to try a more holistic approach. I tried a couple different acupuncturist and some of them helped a little bit but none compared to Dr. Nia. I stayed with her and after a portion of sophomore year and the summer leading into junior year I have been cured. For around the last two and a half years I've not had a migraine. I still see her even though I go to school two hours away. I count her and her family as part of my family.

Dr. Nia awesome! Very knowledgeable and pleasure to work with. My wife and I both have attended treatments for issues that range from neck injury to sinus issues, and we've seen great results. The combination of Oriental Medicine (Acupuncture) and physical training has really made a major positive impact on our lives.

"Friends who are also patients of Dr. Nia encouraged me to see Dr. Nia for a handful of items that I was suffering from. I had insomnia, anxiety and digestive problems for years and had come to accept this problem as part of my stressful life. My insomnia was so bad, I knew the television show schedules between the early morning hours of 12:30 a.m. until 4:30 a.m. which was the time I had to get ready for work. My insomnia would also rear it's ugly head on my days off too! One of the contributing factors to my condition, was my Diet Coke habit that I developed in the late 1990's when I was in law school. At the time I saw Dr. Nia, my Diet Coke habit was about 8 or more a day. I was an addict and never thought I could kick it. I tried many times, but just couldn't do it. I accepted this, telling myself this habit wasn't the worst habit to have. I also suffered from feet and back pain that at times was so excruciating I could barely walk in the morning. I accepted this as part of the aging process. My friends would listen to my complaints over and over again and would continue to encourage me to see Dr. Nia. I had all kinds of excuses. Hey, I was a busy person. I just didn't have the time. My physical and mental health was definitely taking a backseat. It was not until the recent loss of my best friend, my mom, that I realized it was time take control of my life and my health. I didn't want to find myself relying on medications to mask the mental and physical pain that I was suffering from. It was time for me to get serious. I made the call to Dr. Nia and it was the best phone call I've ever made. I no longer suffer from insomnia and can't remember the last time I watched television in the early morning hours. My Diet Coke habit? What Diet Coke habit? I've been able to limit my Diet Coke to one a day or better yet, none at all. My anxiety, depression and digestive problem are a thing of the past. One week before I was about to visit an orthopedic doctor, I noticed I no longer had pain in my feet and back. I cancelled by appointment and have not had a need to reschedule. Before visiting Dr. Nia, I told myself that I would be happy if she could just help me with the insomnia. I got much more than that. I got my life and health back on track and loving it! Thank you Dr Nia!"

"Before I have ever had acupuncture. I had headaches on one side and always had stomach aches. Now I feel much better. Here I'll explain to what happens. I go to the office at least 2 times a week. I wait in the waiting room for about 5 minutes. Then I go in. I lay down on a couch looking thing. Then I take off my shoes. After, she sticks small and thin needles in on my legs. I lay down quietly and listen to relaxing music. I only have to do it for 10 minutes. Then she comes back in takes the needles out. After I get to leave. See its not bad after all! Thank you Dr. Nassernia! The End"

I am writing this letter to thank you for the help you have given me with my health challenges over the past several years. I had never experienced acupuncture before meeting you. Your acupuncture treatments have been such a blessing to me. I have benefited from the use of this ancient wisdom and your skills in many ways since beginning treatment. Your treatments have helped control my hot flashes. My inability to take medication to control them due to my history of having had a blood clot made this passage in my life very difficult. I truly had no other treatment option that I could even try due to my medical history. I also believe it has helped me control depression.I have also benefited from acupuncture to help treat my joint pain from arthritis as well as for my occasional back pain. Following a serious car accident it was the acupuncture that gave me relief from the effects of the trauma to my entire system and was a significant part of my pain control from a serious jaw injury. The injury caused a TMJ condition. The occasional pain I still experience from this is relieved by your acupuncture treatments. I know that my memory problems are benefiting from the acupuncture as well.A special thank you for helping my friend Corey with his recovery from his severe back pain due to a spinal injury and for the relief my friend Claudia received from your acupuncture treatments for her discomfort with fibromyalgia.Last but not least I want to thank you for your genuine caring. I am blessed to have you in my life!"

"8 years ago I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia by a medical doctor who then told me that he had no reliable treatment for this condition..."Perhaps", he said "You would like to try acupuncture." He then gave me the phone number of Dr. Nia's office. Frankly, I had little faith that acupuncture could help me. I was having difficulty walking and could no longer enjoy gardening. My energy level was very low. But since I had no other option I decided to give it a try, at least for the 12 treatments that my insurance would cover. The first time I met Dr. Nia I was in such pain I could hardly lie on the treatment table for the length of time required. But within 3 or 4 treatments, I saw dramatic improvement. First I noticed increased energy...I found myself walking up stairs instead of taking the elevator...I slept much better at night...and the pain, although not gone, was much less. I have steadily improved and now 8 years later I am back to gardening AND doing community theatre which takes alot of physical energy. Thanks to Dr. Nia I am enjoying my life again."

I've been going to Dr. Nia for acupuncture for awhile now, and it has changed my life. Dr. Nia is Highly Professional, and Truly Cares for her patients well being. Her knowledge of the human body, and why certain things happen are remarkable and very educational. Her facility is very clean and has a relaxing atmosphere. As an athlete who trains frequently injuries are a sure thing, and after suffering a severe injury which sidelined me for many months I began to worry about my future in athletics. I stopped all training and went to doctors, sport medicine specialist, and physical therapist that were suppose to be the best, but couldn't help me in the end. That's when I gave acupuncture a try, and was fortunate enough to meet Dr. Nia. Dr. Nia healed my injury, and I couldn't be happier! I now visit The Way to Wellness Center whenever my body is unbalanced or just a routine checkup. I Highly Recommend coming to her center, whether you're an athlete or not. Any pain or discomfort you have, she's the person you must see.

Dr. Nia is one of the most caring and compassionate people I have ever met! She is so dedicated to her patients and I always feel so special each time I see her. She helps you in all facets of life and gives you the tools to find well-being mentally, emotionally, spiritually, and physically. I cannot say enough about this wonderful woman and her practice. I truly believe that Dr. Nia can help any one with any issue and that every single person can benefit from acupuncture.

I have been seeing Dr. Nia for the past 5 years. Her professionalism and extraordinary bedside manner is top-notch! She has great insight and has "magic" needles. Dr. Nia is my first go to for all issues. I highly recommend her to those who want to see results. I trust her treatments completely with everyone I love. She is the best! - Heidi G.

I have been seeing Dr. Nia for over 15 years...Really, I could not get along without my acupuncture treatments...it helps control the symptoms of fibromyalgia, gives me energy and helps me sleep...plus..just giving me a sense of well-being...I highly recommend Dr. Nia ..try it and see for yourself..Dr. Nia is the best.

Dr. Nia is the best acupuncturist I have ever been to! She truly cares about her patients and I always feel better both physically and emotionally after a treatment with her.

I met Dr Nia in September 2013... The Way to Wellness Center has become a part of my life. Thank you Dr. Nia for opening my heart and allowing "healing" in a way I could have never imagined. Acupuncture and weight training with Manabu have helped with balancing my life.