Your Acupuncturist
Rachel Ropp DOM, received her Master of Science in Oriental Medicine from Southwest Acupuncture College in Santa Fe, NM. She is fully accredited by the State of New Mexico and licensed to prescribe Chinese herbs and offer Chinese nutritional advice. Rachel was the owner of a successful high volume community clinic in Albuquerque for over 4 years. When her husband, Dr. Andrew Ropp, opened Aspen Medical Center, she decided to give up the commute and return to Santa Fe. She is passionate about the power of oriental medicine to help people improve their health and thrilled to serve her community by providing affordable acupuncture.
Ms. Ropp may select points on the arms, legs, head, neck, abdomen, and back. She is known for her gentle technique. We ask you to please wear loose clothing so that sleeves and pant legs can be rolled up as necessary. It is typical for patients to fall asleep during their treatments and wake feeling relaxed and refreshed.
Conditions acupuncture treats
Below is a list of health problems that acupuncture & Chinese medicine can treat (sometimes in conjunction with Chinese herbs). Your practitioner will discuss a course of therapy with you based on your particular signs and symptoms. If you are using western medicines to treat these issues, acupuncture can be an excellent complementary therapy.
- Acid reflux
- Acne & skin problems
- Addiction issues
- Allergies
- Anxiety
- Arthritis (Osteo & Rheumatoid)
- Asthma
- Back pain
- Bell’s Palsy
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Chemotherapy-related symptoms
- Chronic fatigue
- Common cold & flu
- Constipation & diarrhea
- Depression
- Digestive disorders
- Dizziness
- Emotional issues
- Fibromyalgia
- Headaches
- High blood pressure
- Hip pain
- IBS
- Infertility
- Insomnia
- Joint pain
- Knee pain
- Low energy
- Low immunity
- Low libido and/or ED
- Menopausal symptoms
- Menstrual issues
- Migraines
- Neck pain
- Nerve pain
- Night sweats
- Numbness & tingling
- PMS
- PTSD
- Restless leg
- Sciatica
- Shoulder pain
- Sinus issues
- Skin disorders
- Stress
- Stroke (effects of)
- TMJ
- Tendonitis
- Urinary disorders
- Vertigo
- Women’s health
About your visit:
After filling out Aspen’s intake forms, patients will have a brief interview with the acupuncturist to discuss health and wellness goals, followed by the acupuncture treatment. Patients are advised to wear loose fitting, comfortable clothing and should allow 45 minutes to an hour for the whole experience.
Cost – $35
Acupuncture treatments at Aspen Wellness will be charged as a $35 flat fee. Treatments generally last between 45 minutes and an hour. Please pay with cash or a credit card. We cannot accept checks or insurances for acupuncture. (However, Aspen Medical Center accepts most insurances for primary and urgent care visits.)
