
The results from the Denver A-List are in and we are #1 for Best Acupuncture in 2020!!! I am honored to receive this recognition and I want to say thank you to everyone who voted this year – it means the world to me and my clinic.
Offering Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine, B12 Injections, Auricular Therapy, and Bioenergetic Medicine in Lakewood and Denver
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The results from the Denver A-List are in and we are #1 for Best Acupuncture in 2020!!! I am honored to receive this recognition and I want to say thank you to everyone who voted this year – it means the world to me and my clinic.
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We have a new office location starting in 2021! You can start booking for this location right now through our online booking calendar. Located in Lakewood, the new office will be in the Fox Point Commons building that sits on the SE corner of Green Mountain (just 3 minutes from W Alameda Pkwy and C-470). As for the Denver office, the plan is to keep one day a week in the area. The exact location and day of the week is TBD at this point, but we will keep you all updated.
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I am so excited for you to come see the new office! The Healing Center was an amazing place to practice for the past three years, but this new space offers me the autonomy and independence I need to continue to grow my business.
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Please be aware that we will be have a pricing update for our acupuncture services. We always tries to keep the cost of our goods and services at a low price for our patients, but we are making changes due to increasing business expenses.
The following changes took effect on July 16, 2018:
We want to thank you for your business and for trusting us as part of your wellness team. We appreciate work with all of you! If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to any of our team members.
As a reminder, we do offer a free 30 minute acupuncture consultation if you or a loved one is interested in learning more about this amazing medicine. The highest compliment our patients can give us is the referral of their family and friends.
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Vitamins are substances that are essential in small amounts for the health, growth, reproduction, and maintenance of our body. In nature, these vitamins are never isolated – they are part of complex plant or animal-based foods which the body absorbs and utilizes when introduced into our diets. While we would ideally like to get all of our vitamins from the daily foods that we consume, there are numerous factors that prevent individuals from getting these important compounds from food alone. In this blog post, we will briefly cover the importance of one of these vitamins – B12. We will also explore the common reasons for B12 deficiencies and the various supplemental forms for you, including our newest form of B12 that is available now at The Root Acupuncture.
Common Symptoms of a B12 Deficiency
The Benefits of B12
B12 is known as a necessary component for numerous functions in the body, including (but not limited to):
Common Reasons Behind a B12 deficiency
A Brief Description of the Main Types of B12
We are excited about this new form of B12 available at all office locations. Administered by our own Acupuncturist, Erik Johnson, this quick and painless injection is great for patients who have auto-immune disorders, B12 absorption issues, and/or want a simple and easy way of getting their B12 supplementation. The following are some frequently asked questions about this new service that we provide.
Why is a vitamin B12 injection better than a pill?
Patients who have a compromised gastrointestinal system (with a low production of intrinsic factor) are not able to absorb enough vitamin B12 from food or a pill form. Even healthy individuals can absorb as little as 10 mcg of vitamin B12 from a 500 mcg oral supplement. Our Methyl B12 injections bypass your digestive system altogether, putting the power of vitamin B12 to work right away.
I don’t like needles or injections. Will these B12 injections hurt?
This injection is only subcutaneous (just under the skin) so that it absorbs more slowly into the body and allows the effects to last longer. We use a “baby needle”, smaller than many acupuncture needles used in our own clinic. Most patients experience a minor pinch, but there is not a lasting ache that is usually felt with a vaccine shot (which is injected deeper into the muscle). Our B12 injections are easily administered in designated acupuncture points on either the leg or the arm.
Why a preservative-free version? What symptoms can arise from taking a Methyl B12 injection?
Our preservative-free Methyl B12 is stored in a designated refrigerator, which allows us to provide you with the safest and most pure form of this vitamin. Common side effects from taking other forms of B12 are typically attributed to the added preservative – these include hot flashes, dizziness, and nausea. With our preservative-free B12, rare symptoms include slight skin irritations and a special form of acne.
How many injections will I need, and when will I start to notice the effects?
Every individual is different and we will find a dosage that fits your body best. For anemic patients or patients with autoimmune conditions , it is common to start off with an injection per week for six weeks, before beginning a monthly maintenance dosage. Other patients starting off on B12 will do an injection per week for four weeks, before beginning their monthly maintenance. There are also instances where patients come in on a circumstantial basis for a needed immune boost or for athletic prep/recovery.
Patients who are low in B12 often notice a difference in as little as 12 hours. Other patients may take a few days or weeks before noticing a significant difference.
How much do the Methyl B12 injections cost?
Each Methyl B12 injection is $20, but we offer packages of six (6) injections for $100 total. You will not find a better price in town for the same service!
To learn more about how B12 injections can help you, book a free 30 minute consultation by contacting us today at 303-500-5075 or clicking on the following link to book online: Book Appointment
Erik Johnson, L.Ac. MSTCM, BD, DNM
*The information in this blog has not been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended to cure, diagnose, treat, or prevent any diseases or conditions. You should always consult with a licensed healthcare professional before beginning any diet, exercise, or supplement program.