Acupuncture
Acupuncture in Westminster, CO
Acupuncture stimulates designated points on the skin with fine needles to restore and balance your body's energy, or Qi. Dr. Peter Ray is certified in two forms of acupuncture and pain management techniques.
Free consultation when you call (303) 438-1600.
What is acupuncture?
Acupuncture is a therapy developed more than 2000 years ago in Asia. It stimulates designated points on the skin by inserting needles, in order to restore and balance the body's energy, or “Qi” (pronounced “chee”).
How widely is acupuncture used today?
In the past 40 years, acupuncture has become a well-known and reasonably available treatment in both developed and developing countries. Schools and training programs in the United States now teach varying aspects of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Traditional Chinese Medicine
What else is part of Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Acupuncture is one part of Traditional Chinese Medicine, which also includes:
Heat
The application of heat, known as moxibustion.
Massage
Finger pressure, as in shiatsu massage.
Diet and exercise
Dietary and exercise prescriptions, such as tai chi and qi gong.
Herbal medicine
The use of herbal medicine.
How does it compare with dry needling? Both use thin needles, but dry needling targets muscle knots to release tension. Read about trigger point dry needling.
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Find out if acupuncture is right for you
Get a free consultation and examination with Dr. Peter Ray. He will diagnose your condition and suggest the best course of action.
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Not sure which treatment you need? You get personal recommendations after your exam.
Certified in acupuncture
Dr. Peter Ray, D.C., C. Ac.
Dr. Ray is certified in two forms of acupuncture and pain management techniques:
- Traditional Chinese acupuncture
- Trigger point dry needling technique
In practice since 1991.
Professional referrals
We often receive referrals from doctors and other specialists
What distinguishes us is the effective combination of multiple therapies to accelerate recovery.
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FAQ
Questions we hear often
How does acupuncture work?
Fine needles stimulate designated points on the skin to restore and balance the body's energy, or Qi.
What is Qi?
Qi (pronounced “chee”) is the body's vital energy in Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Is acupuncture the same as dry needling?
No. Both use thin needles, but dry needling targets muscle knots (trigger points) to relieve tension, pain and inflammation.
Who performs acupuncture at your Westminster clinic?
Dr. Peter Ray, who is certified in traditional Chinese acupuncture and the trigger point dry needling technique.
Can I combine acupuncture with chiropractic or massage?
Yes. We combine chiropractic with massage therapy, acupuncture and dry needling to speed your recovery.
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Free consultation when you call (303) 438-1600. Prefer to text? Send us a message at (303) 438-1600.