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Joel Thielen, L. Ac., Dipl. Ac., BCIM

Dubuque’s First Non-Chiropractic Acupuncture Specialist

Board Certified Acupuncturist (NCCAOM)

Board Certified Integrative Medicine (AAIM)

Master Level Dry Needling

Elements Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine specializes in advanced acupuncture medicine while also employing modern techniques to accelerate natural healing. Our style of highly effective yet gentle treatment methods awaken and assist your body’s innate self-healing processes, offering you a path away from pain and dysfunction while moving your body toward vibrancy and energy for life. Working on your behalf to get to the root of the problem and correcting the dysfunction, is our goal, not symptom management. Optimal health can once again be achieved when we educate and encourage our patients to adopt an integrative care approach to their well being. We would be honored to be a part of your wellness team!

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Elements
Acupuncture + Integrative Medicine

1880 Radford Road
Dubuque, IA 52002
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563.582.7878

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Enjoying The Ancient Art of Tai Chi

Published December 23, 2024
Enjoying The Ancient Art of Tai Chi

When walking the dog through a local park in the early morning, you may have noticed a group of people moving gracefully and effortlessly, like a river flowing around rocks. They are practicing Tai Chi, an ancient Chinese martial art that combines slow, deliberate movements with deep breathing and mindfulness. Tai Chi, which was once reserved for warriors and

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Restoring Breath: Acupuncture for Treating Sleep Apnea

Restoring Breath: Acupuncture for Treating Sleep Apnea

According to the National Council on Aging, approximately 39 million U.S. adults suffer from obstructive sleep apnea. And for those with severe cases, it can lead to heart, kidney, and metabolic health complications. Despite trying the common solution of a CPAP machine and recommended lifestyle changes, many find their breathing issues persist, impacting not only their sleep but their

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Using Acupuncture as an Alternative Approach to Managing Menopause Symptoms

Using Acupuncture as an Alternative Approach to Managing Menopause Symptoms

Menopause is a natural phase in a woman’s life, marking the end of her reproductive years. While this transition is entirely normal, it often comes with a range of challenging symptoms, including hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, and sleep disturbances. For many women, these symptoms can significantly impact the quality of life. Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) has long

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