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5 Pathways Acupuncture

Classic Five-Element Acupuncture for achieving wellness through the natural path to healing. In this way acupuncture can help with a multitude of maladies.

Acupuncture works with the meridians of energy found in the body using that energy called Qi. The manifestation of illness stems from lack of balance in the body. Each session is an assessment of where the imbalance is occurring and the use of needles, moxa and cupping to help the body, mind, and spirit correct the imbalance. The beauty of this medicine is its simplicity.

02/05/2026

Why bigger cups?

XL cupping cups cover more surface area, perfect for large muscle groups like the back and shoulders.

Using the machine creates a therapeutic vacuum on the skin, just like the handheld method. However, we can also initiate a pulsing action, creating a rhythmic suction.

Cupping therapy eases muscle tension, reduces pain, and promotes circulation.

Using strategically placed suction cups, we increase blood flow to targeted areas supporting your body’s natural healing process.

Where do you think the most beneficial place to be cupped may be for you? 🫶🏻

02/03/2026

What is this? ⤵️

This is moxibustion, an ancient heat therapy using dried Japanese mugwort burned over acupuncture points.

Here's how it works:
🔥 Ointment to secure the moxa
🔥 Incense stick as the fire source
🔥 Mugwort to deliver healing heat

The warmth helps disperse pain and promotes natural healing from the inside out.

Have you ever tried moxa?

01/29/2026

Placement of the needles is precise and intentional. Taken into consideration are symptoms, pattern diagnosis, and root cause vs branch systems.

This is one of the coolest parts ⤵️

Local points:
👉🏼 Needled near the problem area
👉🏼 Reduce inflammation, increase blood flow, relax muscles
Example: shoulder pain → shoulder points

Distal points:
👉🏼 Needled far from the issue, often hands or feet
👉🏼 Influence the same meridian elsewhere in the body
Example: headaches treated with points on the foot or hand

*This is why you’ll have needles in your ankle for neck pain - and yes, it’s intentional.

Acupuncture placement is based on:
✔️ A mapped meridian system
✔️ Local + distal point strategy
✔️ Neurological and fascial connections
✔️ Individual pattern diagnosis
✔️ Both ancient observation and modern neurobiology

It’s precise, intentional, and highly individualized.

01/27/2026

If you haven’t tried Cupping Therapy, it may look a bit strange. It can be surprising to see the vacuum on the skin with these special cups. But, cupping uses gentle suction.

The therapeutic results include reducing pain, easing muscle tension or releasing tight muscles, and promoting circulation, supporting your body’s natural healing process.

We restore balance and soothe sore muscles with cupping therapy. Using strategically placed suction cups, we increase blood flow to targeted areas, relieving tension and promoting healing.

01/22/2026

Case Study: 39 year old female ⤵️

Presentation: Diagnosed with Bipolar Mental Disorder. Medication isn’t working and the side effects are unbearable at a higher dose. Scared all the time, especially when manic episodes can lead to psychotic breaks. Currently needing help with anxiety and depression swings. Disrupted sleep is also happening.

Treatment: Support during transition with psychologist adjusting her meds. Worked with Spirit points to help ease fear. Seeing her weekly while mental state stabilizes. Cleared pretty major blocks in her energy weekly for 3 weeks. Noticed a pattern of anxiety spikes and sleeplessness.

Result: Within 5 months she was able to get off her antipsychotic medication. Sleep is better right after treatment. Starting to have longer stretches between manic/depressive swings and the swings are less harsh.

01/19/2026

"If you are seeking the highest good, I think you can find it through love." ~ Martin Luther King, Jr.

01/15/2026

The 12 Meridians, the flow of energy, and acupuncture points can affect the entire body.

Acupuncture models help the client better understand the connection. Bob (my model) is always here for support. 😉

Want to know more? Ask me at your next appointment to explain all the fun details of treatment.

01/13/2026

Have you tried Classical Five-Element Acupuncture?

Sarah’s approach is different from any other. Her unique details added to her service has clients raving about their experience. You’ll have to try it out for yourself if you really want to understand the transformative care she provides.

Accolades Include:
✔️ MLAc (Licensed Acupuncturist in Colorado)
✔️ Diplomate in Acupuncture from the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM)
✔️ Masters in Acupuncture in the style of Classical Five-Element from the Institute of Taoist Education and Acupuncture
✔️ Certificate of Clinical Western Herbalism from Rocky Mountain Center for Botanical Studies
✔️ Certified in Cupping for fascial release, as well as Lymph, Face and Breast

01/08/2026

Moxibustion is the medicinal burning of plant material over the acupuncture point. 🌱

The plant Japanese mugwort is used to tonify and increase circulation before the point is needled. There are some points that only have moxibustion.

Moxa is a form of heat therapy used to address various ailments, particularly chronic conditions, by stimulating Qi flow (vital energy) through the body's meridians, which are pathways, and potentially reducing pain and inflammation.

Moxa stimulates acupuncture points and promotes healing.

01/06/2026

Case Study: 75 year old male ⤵️

Presentation: Vietnam Vet, came to see me for knee, lower back and shoulder pain. Has had severe trauma to the body over the years from Vietnam to motorcycle and car accidents. Can hardly get out of bed.

Treatment: Ongoing. He has been a client since 2014. Treatment now includes treatment for neck and diabetes. Cupping and acupuncture to loosen the muscles. Releasing the tension in the nervous system that keeps the tension recurring.

Result: “Acupuncture is what helps me to be able to get out of bed and have my pieces work.” Before he had to sleep in a recliner because he couldn’t get out of bed.

12/31/2025

Wishing you a Safe and Happy New Year!!! 🌟

12/29/2025

Time and time again clients say they get the most relief from acupuncture treatments. And, it makes sense because acupuncture can help reduce or completely remove so many ailments.

It may be time to introduce yourself to Five-Element Acupuncture and the transformation it creates for you in your life. ✨️

As the new year approaches, take time for yourself and your path to wellness. 🫶🏻

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1375 Ken Pratt Boulevard Ste 300G, Longmont CO 80503
Longmont, CO
80501

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 4pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm

Website

https://5pathwaysacupuncture.com/

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