Your neck and shoulders weren't meant to carry this much tension. Whether it's tech neck from WFH ergonomics, workout strain, or the general wear-and-tear of Colorado's active lifestyle, we help you break the cycle of chronic tension and build lasting relief.
We work with busy professionals and active adults who need comprehensive care for persistent neck and shoulder issues—not just temporary relief, but real solutions that fit their lifestyle.
HOW ACUPUNCTURE SUPPORTS NECK + SHOULDER RELIEF
Neck and shoulder tension isn't just about tight muscles—it's about compensation patterns that develop over time. Your body adapts to poor posture, stress, repetitive movements, and emotional tension by creating protective patterns that eventually become the problem.
Acupuncture helps interrupt these patterns by calming your nervous system, releasing trigger points, and restoring proper function to muscles and fascia. We use multiple techniques in each session to address both the immediate tension and the underlying patterns keeping you stuck.
Most of our neck and shoulder patients use acupuncture as regular maintenance—like going to the gym or getting regular massage. It's about staying ahead of tension buildup rather than just reacting when pain becomes unbearable.
ACUPUNCTURE FOR NECK + SHOULDER PAIN
Time to stop wearing your shoulders as earrings. We're here to help.
WHAT WE TREAT
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Forward head posture, upper trap tension, computer-related strain, text neck. We address both the acute pain and help you build better movement patterns for your work setup.
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Cervical disc issues, chronic stiffness, limited range of motion, nerve impingement. We help reduce inflammation and restore mobility while supporting your body's healing process.
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Frozen shoulder, rotator cuff issues, chronic shoulder tension, workout-related strain. We target trigger points and fascial restrictions that keep shoulders tight and painful.
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Tension that settles in your neck and shoulders from stress, emotional holding patterns, jaw clenching, sleep position issues. We help your nervous system release protective patterns.
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TMJ dysfunction affecting neck muscles, teeth grinding tension, jaw pain radiating to neck and shoulders. We address the interconnected patterns throughout your head and neck.
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Whiplash recovery, post-surgical rehabilitation, sports injuries, compensation patterns from old injuries. We support tissue healing and help restore normal movement patterns.
COMPREHENSIVE TREATMENTS
We use multiple techniques in most private sessions:
traditional acupuncture
Calms your nervous system and reduces overall tension
GUA SHA
For chronic tension patterns and improved tissue mobility
Trigger point therapy
For those stubborn knots that won’t release with stretching
electroacupuncture (e-stim)
When muscles need deeper stimulation to release
CUPPING THERAPY
To improve circulation and release fascial restrictions
fAR INFRARED HEAT THERAPY
To penetrate deep into tissues and promote healing
HOW WE WORK
Here’s what we’ve found works best after treating hundreds of people…
Your patterns change, your treatment adapts. The practitioner who helped with your acute injury becomes the one who prevents future flare-ups. As your work setup changes, stress levels shift, or new activities create different tension patterns, we adjust your care accordingly.
Consistent relationship = better prevention. We know your trouble spots, understand your stress triggers, and can catch tension patterns before they become painful episodes. This means fewer crisis visits and more consistent comfort.
Maintenance-focused approach. Regular care helps you stay ahead of tension buildup rather than just reacting when pain becomes unbearable. Most of our neck and shoulder patients find this becomes essential maintenance—like regular exercise, but for tension management.
OUR APPROACH
We believe in:
Addressing the root patterns, not just symptoms
Working with your existing care team
Teaching you what triggers your patterns
Building long-term resilience through regular maintenance
Treating your whole nervous system, not just tight muscles
WORKING WITH YOUR OTHER PRACTITIONERS
We regularly coordinate with:
Physical therapists
Massage therapists
Chiropractors
Orthopedic specialists
Occupational therapists
Acupuncture complements your existing care beautifully. We're not here to replace your other treatments—we're here to help everything work better together and reduce how often you need crisis intervention.
RESEARCH + RESULTS
Acupuncture for neck and shoulder pain has extensive research showing it can help with:
Reducing muscle tension and trigger point sensitivity
Improving range of motion and functional movement
Decreasing pain intensity and frequency
Supporting better stress management (which reduces physical tension)
Improving sleep quality disrupted by pain
We use evidence-based protocols while tailoring treatment to your specific tension patterns and lifestyle factors.
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
“I went in for painful knots under my shoulder blades. The session was amazing - the pain felt a lot better AND I felt so relaxed after.”
-Sarah
"I had a pinched nerve so painful I could barely move, with only 2 weeks before a big ski trip. Acupuncture and cupping rapidly improved my shoulder and I was able to ski! It made such a difference that I now go every two weeks."
-Lexi
"Sitting at a computer all day makes my shoulders tight. I'm grateful they offer cupping - it helps immensely with shoulder tension."
-Ari
"I started coming in 2021 for general wellness and regular maintenance for 2 herniated discs in my neck. Since then, I've been getting acupuncture 1-2 times a month and love how balanced my body feels afterward."
-Mary Margaret
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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We accept most United Healthcare plans and offer out-of-network benefits support for other insurance. For motor vehicle accident injuries, we can work with your auto insurance or personal injury protection (PIP) coverage - many policies cover acupuncture for accident-related neck and shoulder injuries. Learn more about insurance coverage →
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This depends on several factors—how severe your pain is, how long you've had tension issues, and what works best for your schedule and preferences. We typically start with at least weekly visits, and some people prefer coming more frequently for faster relief from acute tension. Others do well with the weekly pace and love the consistent support. Once your tension is more manageable, most people find their optimal maintenance rhythm is somewhere between every other week to monthly. Some prefer to stay weekly because they love staying ahead of tension buildup and preventing crisis episodes. We'll start with what makes sense for your situation and adjust from there based on how you respond.
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These areas take on stress from multiple sources—posture, emotional tension, sleep position, work setup. Without addressing the underlying patterns, symptoms return because the triggers remain the same.
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Absolutely. We regularly work with people whose jobs require long hours at computers. Acupuncture helps both with immediate relief and building resilience to handle poor ergonomics.
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Many people find ongoing maintenance (every 2-4 weeks) keeps them feeling their best, but it's about prevention rather than crisis management. It's like regular exercise or dental cleanings—maintenance that prevents bigger problems. Plus, there's real value in having a practitioner who knows your patterns, your triggers, and has multiple treatment techniques to draw from. Many patients appreciate the ongoing relationship with someone who understands their body and can adjust treatment as life changes—similar to having a trusted massage therapist or chiropractor, but with more tools in the toolkit.
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We address both the muscular tension and the nervous system patterns that create it. While massage works on muscles and chiropractic adjusts joints, acupuncture helps reset the whole system that's creating the tension.
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Yes!!!!! Stress-related tension is often the most responsive to acupuncture because we're addressing both the physical holding patterns and the nervous system reactivity that creates them.
LOCATIONS
LOCATIONS
OUR LOCATIONS
Point Prescription Boulder
825 S. Broadway Ste 10
Boulder, CO 80305
Point Prescription Denver
2150 W 29th Ave Ste 320
Denver, CO. 80211
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