Kristen Sparrow MD Acupuncture

Kristen Sparrow MD Acupuncture Dr. Sparrow combines ancient Chinese medicine with the latest Western scientific research to provide

Physician Anesthesiologist specializing in Acupuncture and Stress Reduction

We don’t just want more years—we want better ones. ..That’s where lifestyle and stress care,like acupuncture, make all t...
09/05/2025

We don’t just want more years—we want better ones. ..
That’s where lifestyle and stress care,
like acupuncture, make all the difference. ..
Find more insights on my YouTube channel + book an
appointment at my clinic in San Francisco! (see the link in my bio)

Most people think supplements are the key to longevity, but the science shows otherwise...Consistent exercise, a nourish...
09/05/2025

Most people think supplements are the key to longevity, but the science shows otherwise...
Consistent exercise, a nourishing diet, and quality sleep can add decades to your life—while
supplements only make a small dent. Even more, focusing on lifestyle reduces risk for disease,
improves energy, and protects brain health. ..
That’s why I always emphasize the fundamentals first, and
then layer in tools like acupuncture to support stress reduction and overall balance. ..
Learn more on my
YouTube channel, and if you’re in San Francisco, book through my website.

Everyone’s chasing the next big “longevity hack.” ..But the basics—movement, diet, and sleep—are still the most powerful...
08/28/2025

Everyone’s chasing the next big “longevity hack.” ..
But the basics—movement, diet, and sleep—are still the most powerful...
Acupuncture supports these foundations by reducing stress and helping the body restore balance. ..
Learn more on my YouTube channel, and if you’re in San Francisco,
book an appointment through my website (see link in bio!)

One of the most fascinating things about acupuncture is that it’s not just energetic—it’s anatomical...Modern research s...
08/20/2025

One of the most fascinating things about acupuncture is that it’s not just energetic—it’s anatomical...
Modern research shows that many acupuncture points lie directly over nerve bundles, connective tissue planes, or major vascular pathways. These strategic locations may help explain how acupuncture can influence the nervous system, calm inflammation, and support the body’s natural healing responses...
In other words, ancient wisdom may have intuitively mapped out what science is only now beginning to understand...
This intersection of traditional knowledge and modern anatomy is where the real magic happens...
Have you ever felt a deep sense of calm after acupuncture? You’re not imagining it—your nervous system is responding.

✨ “I have been completely migraine free.”..For anyone living with the fear of their next migraine, this is the kind of r...
08/20/2025

✨ “I have been completely migraine free.”..
For anyone living with the fear of their next migraine, this is the kind of relief that feels life-changing...
Eliz. C found freedom through acupuncture—and if you’re even slightly considering it, this is your sign to give it a try...
💡 Acupuncture doesn’t just manage symptoms. It helps your body reset and restore...
Ready to learn more about how this works? Visit www.ksparrowmd.com or read Radical Resilience, now available on Amazon.

✨ Surprising Fact: Acupuncture does so much more than relieve pain...It stimulates your nervous system, releases endorph...
08/15/2025

✨ Surprising Fact: Acupuncture does so much more than relieve pain...
It stimulates your nervous system, releases endorphins, balances neurotransmitters, and even regulates hormones. One of the most powerful effects? It activates your parasympathetic nervous system—the “rest and restore” mode—via the vagus nerve...
In other words: acupuncture helps your body remember how to heal...
📚 Learn more in Radical Resilience, now available on Amazon.

What if you could age more gracefully, sleep more deeply, and feel better in your body—all by activating your body’s own...
08/15/2025

What if you could age more gracefully, sleep more deeply, and feel better in your body—all by activating your body’s own healing systems?..
Acupuncture isn’t just an ancient practice—it’s backed by modern science. In this post, I’m sharing 5 powerful ways acupuncture supports your health, longevity, and emotional well-being. ✨..
From anti-aging effects to immune support, acupuncture works with your nervous system to bring your body back into balance...
📖 Want to dive deeper into the science? My new book Radical Resilience is out now on Amazon!

After years of practicing as a San Francisco anesthesiologist, my own health crisis led me to acupuncture. What I discov...
07/13/2025

After years of practicing as a San Francisco anesthesiologist, my own health crisis led me to acupuncture. What I discovered changed everything...
Now I dedicate my work to helping others reduce pain, inflammation, and stress through the nervous system—specifically by improving HRV and calming the stress response...
🧠 Curious about how ancient techniques meet modern science?..
📰 Subscribe to my newsletter for anti-aging research, stress science, and healing insights you won’t find anywhere else...
📬 Link in bio

📌 Did you know? Acupuncture can reduce tension headaches by 65%—and the effects can last for up to 24 more weeks after t...
07/12/2025

📌 Did you know? Acupuncture can reduce tension headaches by 65%—and the effects can last for up to 24 more weeks after treatment ends...
That’s not just impressive… it’s life-changing...
For anyone who’s suffered with chronic tension, acupuncture offers real relief without pharmaceuticals or side effects...
✨ Science-backed. Nervous-system supported.

Your vagus nerve is a superpower. ⚡️When it’s activated, you sleep better, digest more easily, and respond to stress wit...
07/12/2025

Your vagus nerve is a superpower. ⚡️
When it’s activated, you sleep better, digest more easily, and respond to stress with greater calm...
Here are 7 simple techniques you can try today to boost vagal tone—including acupuncture, which has been shown to increase HRV and reduce inflammation...
Tap to see the full list ➡️

Just 5 breaths a minute. That’s all it takes to shift your entire nervous system...Slow, paced breathing not only lowers...
07/11/2025

Just 5 breaths a minute. That’s all it takes to shift your entire nervous system...
Slow, paced breathing not only lowers anxiety—it boosts your body’s natural healing response. Why? Because it increases parasympathetic activity and reduces scanning for threat...
Pair this with acupuncture, and you’re tapping into some of the most powerful tools for healing the root of chronic stress.

In Chinese medicine, “”jing”” is your life essence—your core vitality...It’s not infinite...That’s why we honor it throu...
07/11/2025

In Chinese medicine, “”jing”” is your life essence—your core vitality...
It’s not infinite...
That’s why we honor it through mindful living:
🌞 Resting with the sun
🌬 Breathing deeply
🥣 Eating simply
❌ Avoiding excess..
These are more than habits—they’re protection for your deepest energy reserves...
This is one of the core principles I explore in my work—and in my book, Radical Resilience.
If you’re curious about how ancient wisdom and modern medicine can work together to support longevity, this book is a perfect place to begin...
📖 Available now on Amazon or through my website.
🎥 And don’t forget to visit my YouTube channel for videos on aging, resilience, and nervous system health.

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2000 Van Ness Ave Ste 310
San Francisco, CA
94109

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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