Business Details
Your Trusted Acupuncture & Wellness Center in Boulder, CO
Boulder Sports Acupuncture is a dedicated wellness center specializing in holistic health solutions through acupuncture, herbal therapy, and regenerative treatments. Our practice combines ancient techniques with modern medical knowledge to address a wide range of physical and mental health concerns. With a focus on personalized care, we tailor treatments to each individual's unique needs, emphasizing long-term healing and prevention. Our lead practitioner, Steven Rizzolo, brings extensive expertise in sports medicine acupuncture and integrative therapies, having trained under renowned professionals in the field. We prioritize creating a calming environment where clients feel supported throughout their wellness journey.By integrating modalities like prolotherapy, shock wave therapy, and cold laser treatments, we offer comprehensive care for chronic pain, sports injuries, and stress-related conditions. Our commitment to ongoing education ensures that our methods remain at the forefront of holistic medicine. Clients consistently report improved mobility, reduced pain, and enhanced overall well-being after completing treatment plans. We serve both professional athletes and everyday individuals seeking natural, effective healthcare solutions. Through compassionate care and evidence-based practices, Boulder Sports Acupuncture remains a trusted partner in achieving optimal wellness.
Services
Acupuncture
Herbal Therapy
Prolotherapy
Sound Healing
Shock Wave Therapy
Cold Laser
Highlights and features
- We specialize in sports medicine acupuncture with advanced training from industry leaders.
- Our treatments integrate multiple modalities for comprehensive pain management solutions.
- Lead practitioner has 200 hours of yoga teacher training for holistic wellness guidance.
- Proven success treating chronic running injuries and musculoskeletal conditions.
- We combine traditional Chinese medicine with evidence-based regenerative therapies.
Associations and certifications
- Southwest Acupuncture College
- American Osteopathic Association of Prolotherapy and Regenerative Medicine
What people say
Best healers in Boulder
Gentle technique
Cured shin splints
Chronic pain relief
Compassionate care
Services
Acupuncture
Acupuncture involves inserting fine needles at specific points to stimulate energy flow and promote natural healing. This ancient practice effectively manages pain, reduces stress, and improves overall wellness. Our practitioners use sterile needles and personalized treatment plans to address conditions like chronic pain, sports injuries, and mental health concerns. Each session includes consultation, diagnosis, and tailored aftercare recommendations.
Prolotherapy
Prolotherapy stimulates tissue repair through targeted injections that trigger the body's healing response. This treatment strengthens ligaments and tendons while reducing chronic pain from sports injuries or degenerative conditions. Ideal for athletes and active individuals, it addresses joint instability, tendonitis, and musculoskeletal pain without surgery. Multiple sessions typically yield optimal results for long-term structural improvement.
Herbal Therapy
Herbal therapy utilizes natural plant-based remedies to complement acupuncture treatments and address systemic imbalances. Custom herbal formulas safely manage chronic conditions, digestive issues, and hormonal imbalances without pharmaceutical side effects. Our practitioners prescribe high-quality, research-backed herbs tailored to each patient's specific health needs and treatment goals for comprehensive wellness support.
Shock Wave Therapy
Shock wave therapy delivers high-energy acoustic waves to accelerate tissue repair and pain relief for musculoskeletal conditions. This non-invasive treatment effectively addresses plantar fasciitis, tendonitis, and chronic muscle pain through mechanical stimulation of healing processes. Typically requiring 3-5 sessions, it offers rapid improvement for athletes and individuals with persistent soft tissue injuries resistant to conventional treatments.
Cold Laser Therapy
Cold laser therapy uses low-level light to stimulate cellular repair and reduce inflammation without heat or tissue damage. This painless treatment accelerates healing for wounds, joint pain, and nerve-related conditions through enhanced cellular energy production. Particularly effective for arthritis, muscle strains, and post-surgical recovery, it provides drug-free pain management with no downtime required.
People
Steven Rizzolo
Lead Acupuncturist
Steven Rizzolo combines acupuncture expertise with sports medicine knowledge to treat chronic pain and athletic injuries. His holistic approach integrates traditional Chinese medicine with modern regenerative therapies for comprehensive patient care.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We treat sports injuries, chronic pain, stress-related conditions, women's health issues, and musculoskeletal disorders using acupuncture and regenerative therapies.
Is acupuncture painful?
Most patients experience minimal discomfort with our gentle needle technique, often feeling immediate relaxation during treatments.
How many sessions will I need?
Treatment plans vary but typically require 4-8 sessions for chronic conditions, with noticeable improvement after the first few visits.
Do you accept insurance?
We provide superbill receipts for potential insurance reimbursement but do not directly bill insurance companies for services.
What makes your practice different?
Our combination of sports medicine expertise, multiple treatment modalities, and personalized care sets us apart from standard acupuncture clinics.
