Jade Mountain Health

A Place of Healing In Boulder

Chinese medicine is an ancient, time-tested system that activates the body’s innate ability to heal. At Jade Mountain Health in Boulder, Colorado, we integrate acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, cupping, moxibustion (a warming technique), and Tui Na bodywork to support whole-person wellness for our Front Range community.

Founder Andrew Maloney is a licensed, board-certified Acupuncturist and Chinese Herbalist who studied in Taiwan and is fluent in Mandarin Chinese. His approach is shaped by Taiwanese and Japanese lineages that emphasize precision, gentleness, and results you can feel—often in the very first session. Whether you’re an athlete logging miles on Boulder Creek Path, a busy parent juggling life on the Front Range, or someone seeking a better way to manage persistent health concerns, Andrew meets you where you are with a clear treatment plan and practical guidance.

At Jade Mountain Health, every visit begins with careful listening. Andrew blends classical pulse and tongue diagnosis with modern clinical insight to create a tailored plan that may include acupuncture, herbs, cupping, moxa, and targeted lifestyle recommendations. The goal is simple: reduce symptoms quickly, correct root imbalances, and help you feel better—consistently.

In Asia, the use of acupuncture, cupping, moxibustion (a warming process) and herbal remedies have long been known to enhance the immune system and sense of well-being that are essential in keeping the body strong in its resistance to disease.

Acupuncture

Acupuncture at Jade Mountain Health is built around what works—not trends. For muscle and joint pain, Andrew uses dry needling to release trigger points, reduce inflammation, and restore range of motion. It’s especially effective for runners, cyclists, climbers, and skiers across the Front Range dealing with stubborn knots, tendon irritation, or post-injury stiffness.

For anxiety, he applies acupuncture meridian therapy to regulate the nervous system and settle the mind. Points are selected to smooth the flow of qi, ease chest tightness, calm racing thoughts, and improve sleep—without leaving you groggy.

Neurological conditions call for a different tool: scalp acupuncture. By stimulating functional zones on the scalp, Andrew supports recovery pathways for issues like neuropathy, post-concussion symptoms, stroke recovery, and tremors. Treatments aim to improve coordination, reduce numbness, and sharpen focus over a course of care.

When depression is in the picture, acupuncture with gentle electro-stimulation helps reset brain-body signaling. Low-frequency currents between needles can lift mood, increase motivation, and steady energy—an option many Boulder patients choose alongside talk therapy or medications as part of comprehensive care.

Cupping

Cupping is more than a recovery trend; used correctly, it’s a fast way to improve circulation and release tight fascia. During cold and flu season in Boulder, cupping on the upper back can help loosen phlegm, ease coughs, and support the body’s ability to clear pathogens. For panic attacks, targeted cupping down-regulates the sympathetic nervous system and relieves the chest and diaphragm tension that often triggers a spiral of breathlessness.

Respiratory conditions—like exercise-induced tightness, stubborn congestion, or Colorado allergies—respond well to moving cups that open the ribcage and improve airflow. And for injury recovery, cupping helps flush metabolites, reduce soreness, and speed healing between training sessions. Expect visible marks that fade in a few days; they’re a sign of increased local blood flow, not bruising from tissue damage.

Moxibustion

Moxibustion (moxa) uses gentle heat to boost circulation and warm specific channels. For fatigue, moxa supports digestive and kidney systems to rebuild core energy—ideal for overextended professionals and student-athletes across the Front Range. When paired with acupuncture, it assists injury recovery by relaxing tight muscles, improving microcirculation, and reducing pain without relying on constant NSAIDs.

Moxa also drives deep relaxation. Many patients describe a calm, centered feeling that carries into the week, with better sleep and less irritability. Finally, enhanced blood circulation is one of moxa’s best benefits: warming key points improves oxygen delivery and waste removal in tissues, helping you feel lighter, warmer, and more mobile—especially during Boulder’s colder months.

Chinese Herbal Medicine

Herbal formulas are customized—not off the shelf—and adjusted as your condition changes. For injury recovery and athletic performance, Andrew prescribes herbs that move blood, reduce swelling, and accelerate tissue repair so you can return to training without setbacks. For gastrointestinal disorders—IBS, reflux, bloating, irregularity—formulas target motility, inflammation, and microbiome balance while calming the gut-brain axis.

If fatigue is the main issue, herbs can build qi and blood, support adrenal resilience, and stabilize energy throughout the day. For anxiety and depression, formulas are chosen to release constraint, nourish the heart and liver systems, and improve sleep quality without dependence. And for seasonal allergies common along the Front Range, Andrew uses herbs that clear allergens, open the sinuses, and strengthen defensive qi to reduce the frequency and intensity of flares. All formulas are sourced for quality and safety, and they’re explained in plain language so you know exactly why you’re taking them.