Oxygen, Elevated.

A More Thoughtful Approach to Healing

An integrative wellness clinic in La Jolla, offering medical-grade hyperbaric oxygen therapy, acupuncture and restorative care in a space designed for stillness.

Every visit begins with listening. We bring together hyperbaric oxygen therapy, acupuncture and time in our infrared sauna, shaped around how you feel and what you hope to restore.

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

Rest in our hard-shell chamber while you breathe concentrated oxygen under gentle pressure, supporting the body’s own processes of repair and recovery.

Often chosen for surgical recovery, sports injuries, concussion and post-viral fatigue.

Experience Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

Each session is shaped around your goals, comfort and pace. Your first visit is a two-hour appointment that includes your consultation and first treatment.

Acupuncture with Dr. Crystal Rose Tank

Care rooted in East Asian medicine and attentive to the whole person. Dr. Tank brings a particular focus to sports recovery, injuries and chronic pain, alongside support for stress and sleep.

Often chosen for sports injuries, chronic pain, stress, sleep and cosmetic acupuncture for the face.

Skin Renewal

Microneedling and cosmetic acupuncture for skin that looks rested, even and quietly radiant.

A Sanctuary in La Jolla

Wood, greenery and natural light. A private infrared sauna and sunlit shower. A space meant to slow you down the moment you arrive.

Meet our team

  • Dr. McKaila Manus, naturopathic doctor at Essential Medicine in La Jolla

    Dr. McKaila Manus, ND

    Medical Director
    Naturopathic Doctor
    Integrative & Preventive Medicine
    Nutrition, Lifestyle & Chronic Disease Management

  • Dr. Chloe Banales, acupuncturist at Essential Medicine in La Jolla

    Dr. Chloe Banales, DACM, L.Ac

    Doctor of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine
    Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapist
    Huna | NLP | Mental and Emotional Release

  • Dr. Crystal Rose Tank, DAOM, L.Ac.

    Doctor of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine
    Sports Recovery & Pain Management
    Cosmetic Acupuncture

  • Entrance to a healthcare office with a glass door showing the name 'Essential Medicine,' and a reception area inside featuring a wooden counter surrounded by lush green plants.

    Allyssa Valencia

    President & Wellness Director
    Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapist

“I had the most healing experience here! My expectations were blown out of the water, the space is absolutely beautiful and the acupuncture treatment I received was incredible. I left my appointment feeling total bliss in my body, completely renewed and rejuvenated!”

— Jessica D., Essential Medicine client

Your restoration begins here.

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