Not all headaches are the same — and at Jade Mountain Health in Boulder, that distinction drives everything about how we treat them. From tension headaches rooted in Liver Qi stagnation to hormonal migraines and sinus pain, acupuncture addresses the pattern behind the pain, not just the symptom. Here's what that looks like in practice.

Rock climbing injuries don't respond well to rest alone — and Boulder climbers know it. At Jade Mountain Health, Andrew Maloney, L.Ac., and our team use acupuncture and dry needling to treat finger pulley strains, climber's elbow, rotator cuff issues, and the deep myofascial tension that builds over a long season on the wall. Here's what the treatment process actually looks like, and how quickly you can expect to get back to climbing.

Knee pain is one of the most common reasons Boulder's active community seeks out acupuncture — and one of the conditions that responds best to it. At Jade Mountain Health, Andrew Maloney, L.Ac. and Nicole Bzdel, L.Ac. treat runner's knee, patellar tendinitis, osteoarthritis, and post-surgical recovery using acupuncture, dry needling, and electroacupuncture — addressing the muscular, structural, and systemic factors behind your pain, not just the joint itself.

Digestive health is an area where Traditional Chinese Medicine has a 3,000-year track record — and where patients in Boulder are increasingly turning to acupuncture when conventional approaches haven't delivered lasting results. Andrew Maloney, L.Ac. and Nicole Bzdel, L.Ac. at Jade Mountain Health address IBS, bloating, acid reflux, and more by treating the root imbalances behind your symptoms, not just managing them.

Electroacupuncture in Boulder, Colorado uses gentle electrical stimulation between acupuncture needles to support pain relief, nerve function, and recovery. At Jade Mountain Health, treatments are tailored to help with chronic pain, muscle tension, and neurological concerns.

Acupuncture for allergies in Boulder, Colorado may help relieve sinus congestion, reduce inflammation, and support easier breathing during peak pollen seasons. Jade Mountain Health offers personalized care to help you stay active and comfortable.

Acupuncture for cyclists in Boulder, Colorado may help reduce knee pain, relieve hip tightness, and support faster recovery from overuse injuries. Learn how Jade Mountain Health works with local riders to stay consistent on the road and trail.

Neck and shoulder pain is a common challenge for our active Boulder community, often stemming from the unique combination of desk-based work and intense outdoor pursuits like climbing and cycling. At Jade Mountain Health, we recognize that this lifestyle creates persistent patterns of tension that standard methods often fail to resolve. While traditional approaches may offer temporary relief, our orthopedic-informed acupuncture and dry needling target deeper neuromuscular structures to effectively reset your system. By addressing both the physical muscle guarding and the underlying nervous system drivers of your pain, we help you restore mobility and return to the activities you love. I

Depression is rarely just emotional. For many people it shows up as fatigue, disrupted sleep, physical heaviness, and low motivation that standard care doesn't fully address. At Jade Mountain Health in Boulder, Andrew Maloney uses acupuncture and electroacupuncture as evidence-informed, complementary approaches to mood regulation — working through the nervous system and stress-response pathways alongside your existing mental health care. If you're looking for more support, we'd love to talk.

Chronic fatigue is one of the most frustrating conditions to experience because standard testing often doesn't explain what you're feeling. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, fatigue isn't a single symptom — it's a pattern involving how the body generates, distributes, and maintains energy. At Jade Mountain Health in Boulder, Andrew Maloney uses acupuncture, moxibustion, and Chinese herbal medicine to identify what's driving low energy and support recovery over time. If you're tired of being tired, we'd love to help.