What is the Most interesting change in Acupuncture in the last 10 years?
Wider western acceptance in Healthcare Systems
Broadmoor Zen Acupuncture
Colorado Springs Best Acupuncture Clinic
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Welcome to Broadmoor Zen Acupuncture
Unlock Your Body's Natural Healing with Acupuncture
Rediscover your body’s natural balance and vitality at Broadmoor Zen Acupuncture. Located in the heart of Broadmoor, our clinic specializes in providing personalized acupuncture treatments that target pain relief, stress reduction, and overall wellness. With our expert care, you can experience a profound sense of rejuvenation and well-being, all in a serene and supportive environment. Let Broadmoor Zen Acupuncture be your partner in navigating a healthier, more harmonious life.
Benefits of an Acupuncture Treatment
Pain Relief: Acupuncture is widely recognized for its effectiveness in reducing various types of pain, including chronic back pain, neck pain, and arthritis. It stimulates nerves and muscles, potentially releasing endorphins and other neurohumoral factors.
Stress Reduction: By regulating the body’s stress responses, acupuncture can help reduce anxiety and improve overall mood. It’s believed to modulate the release of neurotransmitters that influence the stress and relaxation pathways in the brain.
Improved Sleep: Acupuncture can help alleviate insomnia and improve sleep quality by influencing the brain’s neurotransmitters related to relaxation and sleep.
Enhanced Digestive Health: It can regulate the digestive system, which is beneficial for those suffering from gastrointestinal problems like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or chronic indigestion.
Boost in Immune System: Regular acupuncture sessions can enhance the immune system by boosting the body’s natural defenses, potentially reducing the frequency and severity of colds and other infections.
Allergy Relief: Acupuncture may reduce allergy symptoms and can be used in conjunction with other treatments, possibly reducing the need for medications.
Improved Energy and Vitality: Many patients report a boost in energy levels and a greater sense of overall well-being after acupuncture, possibly due to its effects on the body’s balance and flow of energy.
Support for Mental Clarity and Focus: By reducing stress and balancing the body’s energy, acupuncture can improve mental clarity and cognitive function, making it easier to concentrate and focus.
Reduction of Chemotherapy-Induced Side Effects: Some studies suggest that acupuncture can help alleviate symptoms like nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy.
Menstrual and Reproductive Health: It is often used to treat menstrual pain and irregularities. Additionally, it can support fertility by improving blood flow to reproductive organs and balancing hormone levels.
About Nicole
Discover Renewed Vitality and Balance: Nicole Bauers' Holistic Healing Approach
Nicole Bauer is a dedicated practitioner of acupuncture, deeply rooted in the belief that healing begins from within. Completing her Four Year Master’s Degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from The Santa Barbara College of Oriental Medicine in 2002, Nicole now combines her solid academic foundation with years of practical experience to offer her patients a comprehensive and compassionate approach to wellness. Her commitment to ongoing education and exploration of holistic healing modalities ensures that each treatment is tailored to the individual needs of her clients, helping them achieve optimal health and well-being.
Nicole Bauer, Lic.Ac., Ma.OM
Our Services
Discover Healing Through Acupuncture: Our Services for Holistic Wellness
Traditional
Traditional Therapies
- Needling
- Cupping
- Moxibustion
- Electro-Stim
Specialized
Specialized Care
- Sports Injuries
- Boutique: Facials etc.
- Pediatric Care
- Hospice and Palliative
Holistic
Holistic Wellness
- Herbal Medicine
- Nutritional Counceling
- Emotional Wellness
- Lifestyle Counceling
Maintience
Maintiance
- Periodic Check-ins
- Whole Life Balance
- Supplement Guidance
- Self Care Stratigies
What our Clients Say
Why Choose Us
TCM Advanced Degree vs: "Add-On License"
VS.
Nicole's Masters Degree
in Oriental Medicine
- Education: A comprehensive 4-year Masters Degree program that covers various aspects of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), including acupuncture, herbal medicine, whole life balance, and other modalities.
- Curriculum: In-depth study of acupuncture points, meridians, diagnosis, treatment strategies, nutrition, and additional TCM practices, along with a strong emphasis on clinical diagnosis, practice, and hands-on applications.
- Clinical Hours: Extensive clinical training is required, where students gain hands-on experience treating patients under supervision. Clinical hours often exceed 2000 hours of hands-on supervised practice.
- Certification and Licensure: Graduates of a masters degree program sit for the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) exams, which are required for licensure in most states.
Colorado's typical Secondary "Add-on License"
- Education: Short weekend or monthlong training programs focusing on basic techniques.
- Curriculum: Abbreviated courses provide a high-level overview of Acupuncture, not an in-depth understanding of the scope and complexities of Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Clinical Hours: None required: Original Scope of practice clinical hours apply, leading to little to no hands on experience for the provider before they can offer acupuncture services as a part of their existing practice.
- Certification and Licensure: No Certification exam requirements: In Colorado, they would apply for an add-on acupuncture license or “rider” through the state regulatory board. Not all states allow this rider to be an add on to a disperate field of study.
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
A Selection from our FAQs
Depending on you needs or requirements for treatment costs can vary. a single treatment can run just one session wile a more extensive healing need can last several. Please see the pricing section on this website for details.
No. Broadmoor Zen only accepts Cash, Credit and Local Checks.
Yes please come to our Broadmoor Office At 6 Elm St, Colorado Springs, CO 80906 at your appointed time (Appointments required no walk-ins at this time)
We accept all major credit cards, Cash and Local Checks.
Acupuncture generally causes minimal pain. Many people report feeling only a slight sensation as the needles are inserted. Acupuncture needles are much thinner than those used for injections or blood draws, typically about the thickness of a human hair. These fine needles are designed to be virtually painless upon insertion and are used to stimulate specific points on the body to promote healing and wellness. The experience of acupuncture is often described as relaxing, and any initial discomfort usually fades quickly. Everyone feels the movement of Qi (pronounced "chee") differently. Some describe it as an electric sensation. Some says its startling!