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. 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.
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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Erik is originally from Santa Fe, New Mexico, but came to Colorado in the year 2000 to get his BSBA in Hospitality Management from the University of Denver. He received his Master of Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine from the Colorado School of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and is trained in acupuncture and related modalities, tui na (physiotherapy/therapeutic massage), and Chinese herbal medicine.
Chinese medicine has successfully treated many common health conditions for more than 2,500 years. It has passed through the ages in an unbroken lineage - used to promote longevity and life balance in the people that seek its treatments. The medicine isn't directed toward a particular disease or condition, but it works instead by activating the body's self-healing ability.
It is estimated that up to 40% of the U.S. population does not get enough B12 in their diet. We are excited to offer you a preservative-free form of B12 at our clinic. 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 therapy of fire cupping has been utilized by the Chinese for thousands of years, but its origins can be traced back as far the ancient Egyptians in the third century BC. It has even been said that Hippocrates and Galen were great advocates of cupping. Early recordings describe creating a partial vacuum in animal horns, bamboo tubes, or clay pots, and then applying them to the skin of an individual.
Reviews (10)
Leilani Houston
May 29, 2021
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S. Johnson
Apr 07, 2021
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Lina Trujillo
Apr 07, 2021
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What a life saver. Erik has been so helpful throughout the pandemic. I appreciate all the advice and treatments to be proactive and staying healthy, so I don’t have to treat illness, rather I can avoid it.
He is my go to person now, he has kept me from getting sick and helped me weather the side effects of the vaccine. Next up I am hoping to tackle my migraines.
I highly recommend him!
He is my go to person now, he has kept me from getting sick and helped me weather the side effects of the vaccine. Next up I am hoping to tackle my migraines.
I highly recommend him!
Erin Taylor
Mar 17, 2021
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I'm a fan of Dr. Erik! I've prevented or avoided colds with Cold Nip, so now my family takes it as soon as they feel a cold coming on! And recently had minimal reactions to dose 2 of the Covid vaccine by using a product Dr. Erik recommended. I had to work the next two days following dose 2 so it was a relief to have some help to do so. Thanks Dr. Erik!
Laura Hanson
Feb 28, 2021
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I was referred to Erik a few years ago to address some severe back pain that would just not go away as my only other option was to live on pain pills. Within 2 sessions I was feeling so much better and after a few months I was back to normal and pain free! Erik is now a critical part of my wellness plan as he keeps me healthy and active. He will work with you on other aspects of your life as well - whether it be stress, digestive issues or other things - he does so much more than just alleviate pain (although that part is amazing)! Highly recommend, you won't be disappointed!
Emmy Pham
Jun 13, 2020
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I am young but my body feels like a grandma! I was pretty skeptical about acupuncture mainly because I didn’t understand what it is or how it works…
Dr. Erik is the perfect balance of professional, caring & respectful.
After meeting Dr. Erik, I can’t expressf how amazing my entire body feels in just 2 weeks of sessions!!
Pain points: tendonitis in wrists, sharp pain in finger tips, elbows, traps, neck, lower back, knee, and horrible allergies.
I was so nervous about the session which I wore on my sleeves. He took the time to explain and demonstrate what, where, why, how on acupuncture
Dr. Erik is the perfect balance of professional, caring & respectful.
After meeting Dr. Erik, I can’t expressf how amazing my entire body feels in just 2 weeks of sessions!!
Pain points: tendonitis in wrists, sharp pain in finger tips, elbows, traps, neck, lower back, knee, and horrible allergies.
I was so nervous about the session which I wore on my sleeves. He took the time to explain and demonstrate what, where, why, how on acupuncture
Lisa Ziemba
May 24, 2020
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Dr. Erik is excellent. He is very thorough, takes the time to understand what your health and life goals are, and really explores what's going on at the root of your symptoms (no pun intended). After two visits I feel calmer, healthier, and just as proof of how much better energy flow I have, my hands are consistently warm for the first time in my life.
I'm thrilled to have found The Root and will be going back for years to come.
I'm thrilled to have found The Root and will be going back for years to come.
Sarah Lair
May 15, 2020
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I recently called Erik out of desperation. My husband gets canker sores in his mouth, and for whatever reason, they tend to get really bad in the fall. A few years back they had gotten so bad that they went down his throat and he couldn't eat or drink, so we ended up in the ER to get him fluids. After seeing multiple drs, trying a lot of western medicine, all to no avail, I decided why not? What have we got to lose?
I thought about Erik's Propolis as we are starting to think it's a weird seasonal allergy thing. When talking with Erik (on his day off, none the less) he recommended that we try Watermelon
I thought about Erik's Propolis as we are starting to think it's a weird seasonal allergy thing. When talking with Erik (on his day off, none the less) he recommended that we try Watermelon
Stacy Hoffman-Farmer
Dec 16, 2019
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After my first appointment with Erik, I feel amazing! He prioritized the top issues that I wanted to address, was great at explaining the process and checking in with opportunities for questions and to make sure I was comfortable. The best part was the ‘nap’ while I rested for the needles to work their magic. I’m sold- I can’t wait for my next visit. Thank you, Erik!
Lauren J.
Oct 12, 2019
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Erik at The Root Acupunture is amazing. He is very professional and well spoken; he is able to describe Chinese medicine in a way that makes sense. After all my treatment I leave feeling better from Sinus Pressure, neck pain, stress and he even flipped my breach baby. Erik is great! Highly recommend
