Business Details
14 Years
experience
Japanese Acupuncture & Structural Medicine in Boulder
Aloha Wellness has dedicated decades to advancing traditional Japanese acupuncture and integrated manual medicine. Founded by Jeffrey Dann, Ph.D., L.Ac., a nationally recognized educator and practitioner with over 45 years of experience, our clinic combines ancient healing practices with modern techniques. We specialize in Japanese Meridian Therapy, Koshi Balancing Structural Acupuncture, and osteopathic visceral manipulation, offering personalized treatments for holistic wellness. Our team, trained under Jeffrey and renowned international instructors, incorporates cranial sacral therapy, teishin, and sotai movement therapy to address diverse health needs. With a commitment to clinical excellence, we serve patients through gentle, non-invasive methods tailored to individual physiology.Our practitioners maintain active engagement with patients throughout treatments, monitoring responses to optimize outcomes. Located in Boulder, Colorado, we provide both in-person and telehealth consultations to accommodate patient needs. As pioneers in osteopathic acupuncture, we bridge Eastern and Western medical traditions to promote lasting health transformations. Our approach emphasizes the body's innate healing capacity, supported by evidence-based practices and continuous professional development. Through education, community outreach, and specialized training programs, we advance the field of integrative medicine while maintaining personalized care for every patient.
Services
Japanese Acupuncture
Meridian Therapy
Koshi Balancing
Cranial Sacral Therapy
Visceral Manipulation
Sotai Movement Therapy
Teishin Treatment
Moxibustion Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer 45 years of clinical expertise in Japanese acupuncture techniques
- Our practitioners are trained in both Eastern and Western manual medicine
- We use gentle, non-invasive treatment methods suitable for all patients
- Our founder developed the patented Koshi Balancing structural acupuncture method
- We provide personalized treatment plans with continuous patient monitoring
Services
Japanese Acupuncture
Traditional Japanese acupuncture employs gentle needle techniques and palpation-based diagnosis to restore meridian balance. Our practitioners use shallow insertions and non-invasive tools to treat chronic pain, stress disorders, and systemic imbalances. This approach emphasizes patient comfort while achieving deep physiological changes through precise point selection.
Koshi Balancing
Koshi Balancing integrates acupuncture with osteopathic visceral manipulation to address structural misalignments. This method combines Japanese meridian therapy with Western manual techniques to relieve chronic musculoskeletal pain. Practitioners use palpation to identify imbalances and apply targeted interventions to restore natural body mechanics and improve mobility.
Meridian Therapy
Meridian therapy focuses on restoring energy flow through traditional Chinese medicine channels. Our practitioners use pulse diagnosis and abdominal assessment to identify blockages. Treatment involves strategic needle placement and moxibustion to regulate organ function and enhance the body's self-healing capacity for both acute and chronic conditions.
Cranial Sacral Therapy
Cranial sacral therapy addresses central nervous system imbalances through gentle manual techniques. Practitioners detect and correct restrictions in cerebrospinal fluid flow to alleviate migraines, neck pain, and neurological conditions. This subtle approach promotes relaxation and enhances the body's natural healing processes through precise cranial bone adjustments.
Sotai Movement Therapy
Sotai therapy combines acupuncture with guided movement exercises to improve joint mobility and muscle function. Practitioners use active patient participation to enhance treatment effectiveness for musculoskeletal disorders. This approach integrates traditional Japanese physical therapy with modern rehabilitation principles to restore natural movement patterns and prevent future injuries.
People
Jeffrey Dann
Founder & Lead Practitioner
Dr. Dann has practiced acupuncture for 45 years and developed the Koshi Balancing method. He teaches at Southwest Acupuncture College and directs the Aloha Wellness clinic. His expertise combines Japanese meridian therapy with osteopathic techniques.
Graziela Cooper
Acupuncturist & Tai Chi Instructor
L.Ac. MSOM Graziela Cooper specializes in Japanese meridian therapy and cranial sacral work. She teaches Tai Chi at Gu Feng Tai Chi Club and has studied in Japan with leading acupuncture masters. Her practice integrates traditional techniques with modern manual therapies.
Questions
What makes Japanese acupuncture different from other styles?
Japanese acupuncture uses gentler techniques with shallower needle insertion, focusing on meridian therapy and palpation-based diagnosis.
Do you offer telehealth consultations?
Yes, we provide telehealth options for existing patients and initial consultations via phone or video conference.
What conditions do you treat?
We treat musculoskeletal pain, digestive issues, stress-related disorders, and chronic health conditions using integrative acupuncture methods.
Are your practitioners licensed?
All our acupuncturists hold national board certification and state licensure with specialized training in Japanese techniques.
What should I expect during my first visit?
Initial consultations include comprehensive health assessment, pulse and abdominal diagnosis, followed by personalized treatment plan.
Do you accept insurance?
We provide super bills for out-of-network insurance reimbursement but do not directly bill insurance companies.
