Soul Potential Acupuncture & Wellness

  Acupuncture is an old healing practice of traditional Chinese medicine dating back over 4,000 years. It still remains effective today as a way to strengthen the body rather than merely treating symptoms. It is primarily used to relieve pain as well as treat other conditions. More than 3 million Americans and 200,000 children in the U.S. have had acupuncture to help relieve a symptom or condition. Because of its low side effects, it has been the treatment of choice for many doctors across the country. It is even more popular in other countries. What is Acupuncture? Acupuncture is a way of balancing the body. It uses thin needles placed at specific points in the body. Castle Pines Acupuncture & Wellness is trained to know where to locate these points for the related condition or symptom. When these specific points are stimulated, your body’s function improves and begins a self-healing process. An acupuncture session will typically last 20 minutes. Castle Pines Acupuncture &...

  While statistics are tough to come by, it’s estimated that   30% of the population  in the United States copes with sleep disruption, and the primary culprit behind this is insomnia. If you’re struggling to get to sleep and stay asleep, you’ve likely tried a host of different remedies — and if you’re reading this — they’ve been largely unsuccessful. Rather than continuing down frustrating and ineffective treatment paths, why not give acupuncture a try? At Soul Potential Acupuncture and Wellness, Vonda Muncy has had great success helping her sleep-deprived patients get the rest they need through acupuncture. Here’s a look at how acupuncture can help with your insomnia. Insomnia 101 Before we get into the merits of acupuncture as a solution for insomnia, let’s take a closer look at this common sleep disorder. Insomnia is defined as having difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep, but the problem is often far more complicated than that. Insomnia is really a ca...

  Ah, menopause — that time in your life when you say goodbye to your reproductive years and embark on a new journey. For some lucky women, this transition is a smooth one. For others, the sudden drop in hormones leads to years of hot flashes, night sweats, depression, and more. Most women fall somewhere in between and grapple with unwelcome changes that can impact their quality of life. While there’s no “cure” for the inevitable transition of menopause, we can smooth your way forward through acupuncture. At Soul Potential Acupuncture and Wellness, Vonda Muncy treats a wide range of conditions using this ancient practice with great success. From back pain to the symptoms of menopause, acupuncture has a place in almost every area of your health and wellness. Here’s a look at how acupuncture can redefine how menopause feels. The price of menopause Menopause is the transition that women make from their reproductive years to their nonreproductive years. Un...

  It’s early in your pregnancy, and you start feeling nauseous. It might even be so bad that you have the urge to vomit several times a day. If this describes you or a loved one, know that you’re not alone. One out of every two pregnant women gets   morning sickness . Your body is adjusting to the rush of hormones as your baby is developing. The good news is that the nauseous feelings usually dissipate after the first trimester. You’re following the traditional advice of eating small meals and staying hydrated, but your symptoms haven’t abated. Why not give acupuncture a try? Vonda Muncy, LAc, DiplA, licensed acupuncturist at Soul Potential Acupuncture & Wellness routinely treats women’s health issues with acupuncture and has treated many pregnant women with morning sickness. Research on acupuncture to relieve morning sickness Research shows that acupuncture is effective in relieving nausea associated with morning sickness. In fact, those who opt for acupunc...

  40 million American adults suffer from an anxiety disorder and many take prescription medications to treat its symptoms. If you struggle with anxiety, wouldn’t it be great to know you can manage it naturally instead of depending on medications that could become habit-forming or addictive? At Soul Potential Acupuncture and Wellness in Castle Rock, Colorado, Vonda Muncy is a licensed acupuncturist who helps men and women from all walks of life get relief from the paralyzing effects of anxiety. Acupuncture, an age-old Chinese medicine practice, is an effective, drug-free way to get relief so you can live life to the fullest. Discover how you can forget the drugs and let acupuncture help you manage your anxiety more effectively. Understanding the long-term effects of anxiety Everyone can get anxious about something, whether it’s an upcoming job interview, family visiting from out of town, or an important exam. But that type of anxiety is usually only temporary and goes away afte...

  If you have osteoarthritis, you’re among the 21 million Americans who suffer from this condition, which causes joint pain, swelling, and stiffness. Osteoarthritis is common in people over the age of 50, and it can significantly impact your quality of life. Arthritis is a degenerative condition, which means it gets worse over time. It can affect nearly any joint, but a common one is the knee. Knees are particularly susceptible to wear-and-tear because they take nearly 4 pounds of pressure for every pound of bodyweight you carry. There’s no cure for arthritis. Treatments include taking prescription medications to relieve pain and reduce swelling. In severe cases, joint replacement surgery can be an option. Finding an effective arthritis treatment that relieves your pain and fits into your lifestyle isn’t always easy. If you’ve tried modern methods of arthritis treatment but you’re still suffering from knee pain, don’t give up. Visit us at Soul Potential Acupuncture and Wellness in...

  Acupuncture is the insertion of very thin sterile needles, for the purpose of treating pain, stress, and fertility among other health challenges. Today, there are several types of practitioners that “practice” acupuncture. They are: medical doctors, physical therapists, chiropractors, and acupuncturists. The amount of training in acupuncture varies greatly among these professionals. Medical doctors (M.D.) and Doctors of Osteopathy (D.O.) do not have to complete any acupuncture training to practice as a “Medical Acupuncturist” in the state of Colorado. They can elect to complete a 220 hour training to become a member of the American Academy of Medical Acupuncture. 1 Physical Therapists can begin practicing dry needling after completing a 46 hour training. 1 < Dry needling is insertion of a needle into trigger points, needles are not usually retained in the body. Chiropractors must complete 100 hours of acupuncture training and must pass an exam administered by the Chiropractic ...

  The short answer is a qualified yes, under two conditions: Medicare will only pay for acupuncture if it is performed by a medical doctor (MD) or a nurse practitioner or physician’s assistant that also has a master’s degree or higher in acupuncture or oriental medicine. The acupuncture treatment must be for chronic low back pain. Medicare defines chronic as more than 12 weeks. If both of the above conditions are met, Medicare will pay for 12 visits occurring within 90 days. If acupuncture care is providing improvement, an additional 8 visits will be authorized. No more than 20 visits will be paid for in a calendar year. CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services) does not recognize acupuncturists as providers for Medicare, therefore acupuncturists may not bill Medicare for acupuncture. In July 2021, bill H.R. 4803 known as “Acupuncture for Our Seniors Act 2021” was introduced in the House to include acupuncturists as providers for CMS. This bill has not progressed any further...