Alpenglow Acupuncture

04/30/2026

🌿 Why We Love Moxa 🌿

Ever felt a gentle, comforting warmth during your acupuncture session? That’s moxa — a traditional therapy using the herb mugwort to softly warm and support your body.

Here’s why we love it:
✨ Helps boost circulation and relax tight muscles
✨ Supports your immune system and overall vitality
✨ Eases pain and stiffness
✨ Encourages a smooth, balanced flow of energy throughout the body

At Alpenglow, we use Ibuki Moxa, a premium Japanese moxa known for its clean burn and light, soothing aroma. It’s deeply relaxing and especially great for those who are new to moxa or prefer a gentler experience.

💛 Whether you're looking for relief from pain, feeling run-down, or just want to support your overall well-being, moxa can be a beautiful addition to your treatment.

04/29/2026

Healing isn’t always a straight line.

You can be doing everything “right” and still have a dip - low energy, a flare in symptoms, a few rough nights after things had been going well.

It’s easy in those moments to feel like something has gone wrong. Like you’re moving backwards.

But often, that’s not the case.

Healing tends to ebb and flow. There are stretches of progress, followed by plateaus or temporary setbacks. It doesn’t mean your body isn’t responding - it just means it’s still in the process.

There are things that help support more consistency - rest, nourishment, and the right kind of care - but even then, it won’t always be perfectly predictable.

If you’re in one of those “what just happened?” moments, take a breath.

Zoom out a little. Look at the bigger picture.

Chances are, you’re still further along than you think. 💜

04/27/2026

04/23/2026

Spring and summer are all about feeling lighter, brighter, and more energized—and an infrared sauna can help you get there 🤩🌟💫

With gentle, soothing heat, infrared sessions are comfortable year-round and offer real benefits, even in warmer weather. This makes them ideal for year-round use.

Here are a few key benefits during the spring and summer months:

🌞 Supports natural detoxification – Sweating helps the body release toxins, which can be especially helpful as activity levels increase in warmer weather.

🌞 Boosts circulation and recovery – Whether you’re hiking, traveling, or staying active, infrared heat can help ease muscle tension and support faster recovery.

🌞 Promotes healthy skin – Regular sessions may improve skin clarity and hydration, giving you that natural summer glow.

🌞 Encourages relaxation and stress relief – Even during busy, sun-filled days, taking time to reset in a sauna can help you stay balanced and energized.

Adding infrared sauna sessions into your weekly routine can help you feel refreshed, recharged, and ready to fully enjoy the brighter, more active months ahead.

04/22/2026

Spring is in the air...and for a lot of people, that also means allergy season has officially arrived.

We’re already seeing it in the clinic - itchy, watery eyes, sneezing, that “why is my skin suddenly so irritated?” feeling, even hives or dry patches that seem to come out of nowhere.

If this happens to you every year, you might be bracing yourself for it...or wondering if there’s a way to get ahead of it this time.

The good news? There is.

From an East Asian medicine perspective, seasonal allergies aren’t just random - they’re a sign that the immune system is a little out of balance and overreacting to its environment. So instead of just chasing symptoms, we can support the body in responding more appropriately.
Here are a few simple ways to do that:

𝟭) 𝗔𝗰𝘂𝗽𝘂𝗻𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 (𝘆𝗲𝘀, 𝗜 𝗵𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗮𝘆 𝗶𝘁)
Acupuncture is one of our favorite tools for both preventing and treating seasonal allergies. It helps regulate the immune system and calm that overreactive response - without the side effects that often come with medications.
Ideally, we start about a month before symptoms usually kick in. But if you’re already feeling it, it’s not too late - people often notice meaningful relief even mid-season.

𝟮) 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗴𝘂𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗮 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗰
A huge part of your immune system lives in your gut. When your gut microbiome is supported, your immune system tends to respond more calmly (instead of going into full alarm mode over pollen).
Look for a multi-strain probiotic, and start as early as you can - or just start now.

𝟯) 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗳 𝘁𝗲𝗮
Nettle is a simple, natural way to help reduce histamine levels in the body (which is what drives a lot of those classic allergy symptoms). It’s gentle, supportive, and easy to incorporate this time of year.

𝟰) 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗵𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘆
You’ve probably heard this one before, and while the research is mixed, many people find it helpful. The idea is that small, regular exposure to local pollen (through raw, local honey) may help your body become less reactive over time.
Think of it as gentle, daily exposure - plus, it’s an easy (and delicious) addition to tea or breakfast.

If allergies tend to take you down every spring, you don’t have to just power through it.

A little support can go a long way in helping your body respond differently this season.

If you’d like help getting ahead of your symptoms (or calming them down once they’ve started), you can schedule an appointment - just call or text 303-593-0731

And as always, feel free to reach out with questions - we’re here for you.

04/20/2026

04/16/2026

Our clinic is full of plant life 🌿
Even in our treatment rooms, every detail is thoughtfully chosen to create a calm, welcoming space where you can relax and reset.

Come experience it for yourself ✨

04/15/2026

Have you ever felt like your body just isn’t moving the way it used to?

Maybe it’s a pain that won’t fully go away, digestion that feels sluggish or unpredictable, cycles that seem off, or a general sense of low motivation or irritability. You might even feel like you’re doing all the right things but nothing is really shifting.

You’re not alone in this. We see it often in the clinic, and it usually doesn’t come down to a lack of effort. More often, it’s a sign that something in the body has become stuck.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 “s𝘁𝘂𝗰𝗸” 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻?
From a Chinese medicine perspective, many symptoms come back to how well things are moving in the body - your Qi (energy), blood, and fluids.

When things are flowing well, you tend to feel:
more ease in your body
steadier energy
balanced digestion
more emotional flexibility

When that flow is disrupted, you might notice:
tension or pain that lingers
bloating or sluggish digestion
headaches or PMS
irritability or feeling emotionally “stuck”
fatigue that doesn’t improve with rest

This is often referred to as stagnation, and it can develop from stress, overwork, lack of rest, illness, or even long periods of pushing through when your body needed something different.

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗽𝘂𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀𝗻’𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸
When something feels off, the natural instinct is often to try more - more discipline, more supplements, more restriction, more effort.

But when the body is stuck, it usually doesn’t need more pressure.
It needs movement, support, and regulation.

Think of it less like forcing change, and more like creating the conditions where your body can start to shift again.

𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴
You don’t need an overhaul to begin supporting your body. Gentle, consistent shifts can make a meaningful difference:

Regular movement (walking, stretching, light strength work) to support circulation
Warm, nourishing meals to support digestion and energy
Reducing overstimulation (especially late at night) to help your system reset
Simple breathwork slow, steady breathing can help release tension and improve internal flow
Creating small pockets of rest throughout the day

Often, it’s these basics, done consistently, that help the body start to respond again.

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗰𝘂𝗽𝘂𝗻𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽𝘀
Acupuncture is uniquely effective at helping the body move out of these stuck patterns.

It works by:
improving circulation of Qi and blood
reducing physical tension and inflammation
regulating the nervous system
supporting communication between different systems in the body

Many patients notice that things don’t just improve in one area. When the body starts moving again, multiple symptoms begin to shift together.

𝗔 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗮𝘁 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴
undefinedIf your body has been feeling stuck, it doesn’t mean you’re doing something wrong. It may simply be asking for a different kind of support.

Healing isn’t always about doing more; it’s often about helping the body return to a state where change is possible again.

04/09/2026

Hot, irritated skin? We’ve got you. 🔥

Meet-Emily Hot Skin Soother - your skin’s new BFF when things get a little too hot to handle. Whether it’s post-sun, post-workout, or just one of those days, this soothing hero is here to cool, calm, and bring the good vibes back ✨

Because your skin deserves to chill, too 😌💛

04/08/2026

When couples begin a fertility journey, so much of the focus naturally falls on the person carrying the pregnancy. But research tells us something important - partner health plays a role in nearly half of all fertility challenges.

Which means… it really does take two.

We’re excited to introduce a new complimentary service for our fertility patients and their partners - a free 15-minute Partner Fertility Consult.

This short, focused visit is designed to give partners simple, practical ways to support the process. We’ll cover targeted supplements for s***m health, herbal options when appropriate, and the lifestyle factors that matter most - sleep, stress, nutrition, alcohol, exercise, and environmental exposures.

Because the truth is, small, consistent changes can make a meaningful difference over time.

Our goal is to give partners clear, actionable guidance so they can feel involved, supported, and empowered in this process - not just along for the ride.

If you’re a current patient, you can schedule this consult online or reach out to our office. Visits are available in person or virtually.

We’re honored to support both of you in this journey.

04/07/2026

We have some last minute appointments available for tomorrow with Bridgette, Sarah or Cortnae! 🤩