Business Details
Your Trusted Acupuncture Partner in Denver, CO
At Five Roads Acupuncture, we specialize in natural, holistic healthcare through acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine. Founded by Melissa Durgin, a licensed acupuncturist with over a decade of clinical experience, our practice focuses on empowering women to achieve hormonal balance, alleviate chronic conditions, and enhance fertility through personalized treatments. Our approach integrates deep knowledge of meridian systems with modern wellness practices, offering solutions for pain management, stress relief, and digestive health.We prioritize patient education, guiding clients to understand their bodies' signals and make informed health decisions. Our commitment to compassionate care is reflected in our gentle treatment techniques and dedication to creating a relaxing, nurturing environment for healing.
Services
Acupuncture
Cosmetic Acupuncture
Cupping Therapy
Pediatric Acupressure
Herbal Medicine
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized acupuncture treatments tailored to women's unique health needs
- Our practitioner has over 10 years of specialized experience in women's health
- We combine traditional Chinese medicine with evidence-based wellness approaches
- Our gentle treatment techniques accommodate first-time and needle-sensitive patients
- We provide comprehensive patient education to support long-term health improvements
What people say
Gentlest touch experienced
Deep stress relief achieved
Natural healing approach
Personalized treatment plans
Effective pain management
Services
Acupuncture
Our acupuncture treatments use fine needles to stimulate specific points on the body, promoting natural healing and pain relief. This ancient practice helps balance energy flow, reduce inflammation, and improve various health conditions. Patients often experience immediate relaxation and long-term improvements in chronic conditions like migraines, digestive issues, and hormonal imbalances.
Cosmetic Acupuncture
This specialized treatment enhances facial appearance by stimulating collagen production and improving circulation. Fine needles target areas of tension to reduce fine lines and improve skin tone. Clients often notice immediate skin brightening effects and progressive improvements in facial elasticity with regular sessions.
Cupping Therapy
Cupping uses controlled suction to release muscle tension and improve circulation. This therapy effectively treats chronic pain, sports injuries, and respiratory conditions by increasing blood flow to targeted areas. Patients experience immediate relief from muscle stiffness with minimal discomfort during treatment.
Pediatric Acupressure
This non-invasive treatment addresses children's health needs through gentle pressure techniques. We treat developmental issues, digestive problems, and emotional regulation challenges using donation-based care. Treatments are adapted to children's sensitivities while maintaining therapeutic effectiveness for various pediatric conditions.
Herbal Medicine
Custom herbal formulas complement acupuncture treatments by addressing specific health concerns. We prescribe balanced combinations of traditional herbs to enhance treatment outcomes while minimizing side effects. Formulas are tailored to individual needs, considering existing medications and unique health profiles for comprehensive care.
People
Melissa Durgin
Licensed Acupuncturist
Melissa Durgin combines over a decade of clinical experience with deep knowledge of traditional Chinese medicine. Her practice focuses on women's health, fertility support, and chronic pain management using acupuncture and herbal therapies. She graduated from the Colorado School of Traditional Chinese Medicine and previously worked in health food production before transitioning to acupuncture.
Questions
What conditions do you treat with acupuncture?
We treat hormonal imbalances, chronic pain, digestive issues, stress-related conditions, and fertility challenges using acupuncture and complementary therapies.
Is acupuncture painful?
Most patients feel minimal discomfort as we use ultra-fine needles and gentle techniques tailored to individual sensitivities.
Do you offer treatments for children?
Yes, we provide acupressure and herbal treatments for children starting at age 9, focusing on developmental and wellness support.
How many sessions will I need?
Treatment plans vary, but most patients see improvements within 4-6 sessions with cumulative benefits from regular treatments.
Are herbal medicines safe with medications?
We carefully evaluate herb-medication interactions, though some blood thinners may require special consideration before herbal therapy.
