Minji Cho
Massage
- Orthopedic-related soft tissue and joint mobilization techniques.
- Manual therapies for trauma-related pain and scar tissue.
- Myofascial release to relieve muscle tension and restrictions.
- Therapeutic massage for acute and chronic pain relief.
- Integrative manual approaches combining soft tissue and functional techniques.
This summary is for informational purposes only and may not be accurate.
Acupuncture
- Orthopedic pain management with acupuncture techniques.
- Trauma-related pain relief using acupuncture protocols.
- Musculoskeletal balance restoration through targeted needling.
- Chronic pain modulation with Traditional Chinese Medicine.
- Functional integrative acupuncture for lasting wellness.
This summary is for informational purposes only and may not be accurate.
Functional Balance & Integrative Therapy
2100 Garden Rd., Bldg. B, Ste H-4, Monterey, CA, 93940-5366
Dr. Minji Cho, DAOM, LAc is a Licensed Acupuncture Physician and provider at Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital as well as founder of Functional Balance & Integrative Therapy. She specializes in orthopedics, trauma, and pain relief, blending Traditional Chinese Medicine with integrative and functional medicine to help patients restore balance and achieve lasting wellness.
Massage
This 90-minute hot stone integrative session is designed to promote deep relaxation, muscular release, and nervous system calming in a warm, supportive setting. Smooth, heated stones are thoughtfully incorporated to help soften areas of tension, improve circulation, and encourage the body to fully let go. Treatment may also include gentle manual techniques and integrative support, based on your needs and comfort that day. Each session is unhurried and personalized, allowing space for your body to settle, unwind, and restore a sense of ease and balance. My intention is to create a safe, nurturing experience where your system feels supported and cared for. This session includes hands-on treatment time and in-session guidance. Additional review of labs, supplements, or records outside of the visit may be supported through Priority Integrative Care or a follow-up appointment.
Acupuncture
This 60-minute integrative acupuncture session is designed to support nervous system regulation, pain relief, and whole-body balance in a calm, nurturing environment. Each session is thoughtfully personalized based on your needs that day and may include acupuncture along with supportive modalities such as gentle manual techniques, sound therapy, electrical stimulation, or topical applications, when appropriate. Throughout the session, I remain attentive and responsive, adjusting treatment as needed to address areas of tension, discomfort, or imbalance as they arise. My intention is to help your body feel supported, regulated, and gently guided back toward balance. This session includes hands-on treatment time and integrative guidance during the visit. More in-depth review of labs, supplements, or records outside of session time may be supported through Priority Integrative Care or a follow-up visit.