Ryan Bemis, DOM, RT - Crossroads Acupuncture

Ryan is a great acupuncturist with a heart of gold. He listens closely to his patients. His needle technique is very comfortable. I recommend others to visit Crossroads.

I have had plantar fasciitis for two years, and have done physical therapy, massage therapy, and a sleep boot. While it has lessened over time, it never went away. With one treatment from Dr. Be mis, the pain is completely gone.

I am so grateful to have access to this professional in Las Cruces. Dr Bemis is an excellent practitioner; compassionate bedside manner, attentive listener. I have been treated here on and off since 2015. I am always impressed with the consistency of stellar service no matter what brings me in. Covid-safe protocol here makes me feel even more at ease. From allergies to depression or assistance in recovery from a serious car accident: Dr Bemis will fix you right up.

So, I'll be the first to admit, this whole acupuncture thing- it's like freakin witchcraft to me. I don't get it.When my back hurts, I see my chiropractor and he cracks my back bones and I feel a bit better. Makes sense.When my neck muscles hurt, I see my massage therapist and she makes me cry while she works out the knots in my neck and then I feel better. Makes sense.Bones and muscles, those are the frame and gears of the body that get the wear and tear, so it makes sense to address those problem areas directly, right? The skin, well that's just a skeleton slipcover. A sausage casing we evolved to keep us from leaving a human shaped myoglobin goo stain on the couch when we get up. So acupuncture...well that's like attempting to fix a flat tire on your Prius by applying a new "Coexist" bumper-sticker to the bumper. It don't make no practical sense!Still, desperate times call for desperate measures. I developed a fairly severe case of tennis elbow over a month ago; and despite the best efforts of both my very competent chiropractor and massage therapist, the problem has persisted. Everybody agrees that what I need more than anything is to rest it; but my job is very labor intensive and I simply can't afford to not work. The constant pain was making me grumpy on a full time basis, so at the pleading of a friend/coworker, I resolved to give acupuncture a shot.Obviously I chose Crossroads because their price is cheap as dirt compared to other acupuncture options. How much is snake-oil actually worth after all? Was my thinking. Now, I will admit, their low cost is reflected a bit in the atmosphere of the business. It's obviously run on a budget. For instance the front receptionist's desk looks suspiciously like a desk I bought from Walmart and thoroughly abused for ten years before giving to Goodwill. And once you get to the communal treatment room and lie back, you'll have a nice view of the missing ceiling tile. In their defense, it is a rather high ceiling, and ladders aren't cheap.They do put their money and efforts toward more important things though- like health and safety. Every treatment begins with them opening a packet of new needles; and they have proper medical disposal recepticles for the used stuff.The "bedside manner" of both "Dr. Ryan" and "Dr. Janet" (as I like to think of them) is excellent. I've been there three times now- seen Dr Ryan once and Dr Janet twice. I was impressed that she remembered me and my elbow the second time. They see a LOT of people in their day so one wouldn't reasonably expect them to remember individuals after only one visit. Maybe it was my dashing good looks that made her remember. More likely it was the smell of my feet from the first time, as I had walked over a mile in 100 degrees to get there, not realizing I'd have to take my shoes and socks off so poor Dr Janet could make pin-cushions out of moi pieds.And the result of these treatments? You may be asking. ...well, first of all, prepare to take a nap. I don't care how awake you feel when you arrive, once they get the needles in you, some sort of melatonin/sedative thing kicks in and you're ready to nap. I guess it's similar to twitching a horse's lip. You just go all zen. And if you happen to be there while I'm there you may hear the occasional snore from my general area. It's not me though. Sorry though. My problem area being my left elbow, they stuck like a dozen needles throughout my head, right ear, right arm, both legs and feet, and, like, two in my left elbow. Don't make no practical sense!! Yet somehow, I've seen more pain relief this past week with the acupuncture than I had the entire month prior.It's not completely better. I still get some pretty nasty flare ups- especially during my long work days with consistant heavy lifting... but in general the pain is not as widespread and not as constant. I still don't think acupuncture is some sort of miracle or cure-all, but I don't consider it snake-oil anymore either. Like chiropractics and massage therapy, I think it's another viable option for "human maintenance" we should all have. I don't understand it, but I guess I don't have to so long as Dr Janet and Dr Ryan are willing to take care of me for such a reasonable cost. "

I've been receiving treatment here for a while now but have since quit due to Janet leaving...so sad. I loved the atmosphere & service was excellent, crossroads was amazing. The staff were friendly & it was so "chill" & accepting of my issues. I miss you Janet!!!

I am a medically retired Firefighter and have been a chronic pain patient for over 20 years. I've had seven surgeries, two in the last year, been addicted to painkillers and didn't have much faith in acupuncture. A little over a year ago I tried it because...what did I have to lose? I will always consider this a part of my recovery. After my most recent surgeries acupuncture, and chiropractic I feel better than I have in 10 years. I am no longer on any pain meds and I now believe in acupuncture as an important part of my recovery. The positive attitude of everyone at Crossroads played a big part.

My family gets treatment here, mom has herniated disk and arthritist, dad has 2 knee replacements and herniated disk both get major relief although not 100% but 75-80%, my nephew plays high school baseball and is a pitcher goes to reduce swelling and discomfort on his shoulder and elbow. The staff is friendly and the place is clean.

I love this place. I've been going pretty much weekly for almost a year, and it really helps me manage my chronic back pain. Both Janet and Ryan are very kind and attentive, and I have never felt awkward with them, which is saying something, as I am a pretty self-conscious person. We discuss my needs in low voices, and I assume that the other patients, with their eyes closed in the darkened room, are respecting my privacy, as I respect theirs. It is however community acupuncture, so once in a while you may catch another patient staring at you :)

I experienced neck pain for many years which was annoying and disturbed my sleep I had tried medication and chiropractic care. The chiro helped but only briefly. I have been going to Ryan for over 2 years with excellent results. Now I don't even think about my neck at bedtime. The first month I started with 2-3 visits a week tapering off by the third week. I now go every 4-6 weeks for maintenance. I also get back and hip pain treated at the same time with great results. I don't experience the best relief immediately, but on the next day. This is not a fancy place, but is comfortable and relaxing. Clean and safe. Ryan provides caring treatment and is an asset to the healing community.

I have been dealing with an "ice pick" kind of stabbing pain in my lower back/upper buttocks area for years now. I finally decided to try acupuncture, since the combination of "sportsman" dose pain relievers, and arthritis pills which I was prescribed by local doctors were not cutting it...even when I enhanced them in the evening with several glasses of wine! In two weeks time, Dr. Ryan has helped me to the point that I am off the meds and down to one glass of wine with dinner (recommended by my primary care for good heart health, of course).In the six sessions I have attended, not only has Dr. Ryan helped me considerably with this lower back problem, but he has also aided in the flexibility of my neck (which is ALWAYS stiff and knotted from scar tissue from cervical decompression surgery back in 1992). I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Ryan and Laura (his front office person who handles appointments and billing). Crossroads Acupuncture helped to remove the mystique that always surrounded this acupunture process for me. IT REALLY WORKS!!! The therapy is painless, you get to take a nap in the middle of the afternoon whichout guilt or shame. The results for me personally have been nothing short of AWESOME! Their pricing is more than reasonable, and you can tell that both Dr. Ryan and Laura actually care about their patients and their improved health... and are definitely not motivated by greed. The surroundings are clean, comfortable and the office is located in a very accessible area.If you are in pain, you owe it to yourself to give Crossroads Acupuncture a try. It may change your life in terms of no pain or less pain, more mobility, and more flexibility. What have you got to lose? Can you tell I am one of their biggest fans?!