Business Details
Denver's Trusted Acupuncture Specialists
Highlands Acupuncture has been dedicated to improving community well-being since its founding. With nearly two decades of clinical experience, our lead practitioner specializes in integrative care combining acupuncture, herbal medicine, and advanced pain management techniques. Our approach focuses on root-cause analysis to address nerve pain, hormonal imbalances, and chronic conditions through personalized treatment plans. We maintain strict professional standards through ongoing education with industry leaders and participation in clinical research initiatives.Our facility combines traditional methodologies with evidence-based practices, offering both localized pain relief and comprehensive wellness support. Our team's expertise extends to specialized areas including women's health, sports recovery, and complementary therapies like cranial-sacral therapy. We maintain active involvement in professional advocacy through organizations like the Acupuncture Association of Colorado while developing innovative wellness solutions like our Calm Point ear acupressure product.
Services
Acupuncture
Herbal Medicine
Functional Medicine
Cranial-Sacral Therapy
Injection Therapy
Women's Health
Pain Management
Highlights and features
- We offer over 15 years of clinical experience in acupuncture and herbal medicine
- Our practitioners hold advanced certifications in functional medicine and injection therapy
- We provide personalized treatment plans for chronic pain and hormonal imbalances
- Our facility offers evening and Saturday appointments for patient convenience
- We combine traditional acupuncture with evidence-based cranial-sacral therapy techniques
What people say
Lasting pain relief
Personalized treatment plans
Deep expertise in acupuncture
Compassionate care approach
Effective chronic pain management
Services
Acupuncture
Our comprehensive acupuncture treatments utilize both Japanese meridian techniques and direct dry needling to address nerve pain and systemic imbalances. Patients receive personalized sessions targeting specific pain points while promoting overall wellness through strategic meridian stimulation. With over 15 years of clinical practice, our practitioners employ precise needle placement to relieve chronic discomfort and improve bodily function for lasting results.
Herbal Medicine
Individualized herbal formulations combine traditional Chinese medicine with modern functional approaches to support healing processes. Each prescription incorporates extensive botanical knowledge from 250+ hours of graduate mentorship and continuing education. Our herbal recommendations complement acupuncture treatments by addressing internal imbalances and enhancing treatment effectiveness through natural plant-based compounds tailored to each patient's unique needs.
Functional Medicine
Integrative functional medicine addresses root causes of chronic conditions through comprehensive assessment and targeted interventions. This approach combines 60 hours of specialized training with practical experience in treating complex health issues. Patients benefit from combined therapies that include nutritional guidance, lifestyle modifications, and evidence-based complementary treatments that work synergistically to restore optimal bodily function and prevent future health concerns.
Cranial-Sacral Therapy
This gentle hands-on technique improves central nervous system function by releasing restrictions in cranial and spinal tissues. Advanced training in cranial-sacral therapy, reiki, and QiGong enables practitioners to facilitate deep relaxation and pain relief. The therapy complements acupuncture by enhancing energy flow and promoting natural healing responses that address both physical discomfort and emotional stress patterns.
Pain Management
Specialized pain management programs target chronic nerve pain, sports injuries, and post-surgical recovery using multimodal approaches. The practice's expertise in treating sciatica, back pain, and neuropathic conditions developed through 15+ years of clinical work and two years with the Spinal Cord Recovery Project. Patients receive tailored combinations of acupuncture, injection therapy, and physical techniques to achieve lasting pain reduction without reliance on pharmaceuticals.
People
Kacey Wardle
Owner & Lead Acupuncturist
Colorado Licensed Acupuncturist with Diplomate status from NCCAOM, Kacey brings nearly two decades of clinical experience specializing in nerve pain relief and women's health. Former nutrition researcher at Harvard's School of Public Health, she combines traditional acupuncture with evidence-based functional medicine approaches. As Acupuncture Association of Colorado president, she advocates for professional standards while developing innovative wellness solutions like the Calm Point ear acupressure product.
Questions
What conditions do you commonly treat?
We specialize in chronic nerve pain (sciatica, back/neck pain), hormonal imbalances, women's health issues (pregnancy support, menopause), stress-related conditions, and sports injuries through acupuncture and complementary therapies.
Are evening and Saturday appointments available?
Yes, we offer flexible scheduling with evening hours and Saturday appointments to accommodate busy schedules while maintaining quality treatment time.
What experience do practitioners have?
Our lead acupuncturist holds Diplomate certification from NCCAOM, has practiced for 15+ years, and completed advanced training including 250+ hours in herbal medicine and functional medicine education.
How soon can I expect results?
Many patients experience initial relief after first sessions while chronic conditions typically require 6-12 sessions for lasting improvements through cumulative treatment effects.
Do you offer herbal medicine consultations?
Yes, personalized herbal formulations complement acupuncture treatments using high-quality botanicals based on traditional Chinese medicine principles and modern functional medicine approaches.
What makes your acupuncture different?
We combine Japanese meridian techniques with direct dry needling and advanced therapies like motor point injections, tailored to each patient's unique presentation for comprehensive pain management.
