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Joel Thielen, L. Ac.

Dubuque's First Non-Chiropractic Acupuncture Specialist

The ELEMENTS APPROACH

At Elements, our unique approach to health restoration is rooted in Integrative Natural Medicine, combining the wisdom of ancient medicine with the precision of modern science. For over 25 years, under the direction of Joel Thielen, L.Ac., Dipl. Ac., BCIM, we have refined a system of care that unites Oriental Medicine, advanced diagnostics, and innovative therapies.

We utilize state-of-the-art bioenergetic testing alongside proprietary diagnostic metrics to uncover the root causes of imbalance.  From there, we design individualized treatment plans that may also include Electroacupuncture Medicine, Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF), Frequency Specific Microcurrent Therapy (FSM), Scrambler Therapy, DC Microcurrent, Vagal Nerve Therapeutics, Physical Therapies, Cellular Medicine, Auricular Laser Treatments,  Nutrition, and Lifestyle Medicine.

Each treatment plan is clear, concise and tailored to your unique needs-providing both structure and flexibility for your healing journey. Our goal is not only to address symptoms, but to guide you toward lasting restoration, resilience and renewal.

Through this integrative approach, we offer more than treatment – we offer direction in self-healing, helping you reclaim vibrancy, energy and a deeper sense of well-being for life.

Elements
Acupuncture + Integrative Medicine

1880 Radford Road
Dubuque, IA 52002
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563.582.7878

Clinic Hours:

Mon-Thurs
9am - 1pm
2pm - 5pm

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In our clinic, we often say: healing is about restoring the body’s energy flow. Pain, fatigue, and chronic health challenges don’t just appear out of nowhere—they’re often the result of low energy, blocked circuits, or miscommunication within the body’s systems.

That’s where three powerful tools come together: AcuGraph technology, Frequency Therapy, and Electro-Acupuncture. When combined, they create a complete picture

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How Acupuncture Supports Recovery from Sports Injuries

Whether you are an elite athlete or a weekend warrior taking your sport of choice seriously, every practice, every competition, and every training session or practice is likely aimed at perfection. But when you get sidelined by injury, your whole world can change quickly. 

And when standard injury recovery options like physical therapy provide little improvement, many athletes at

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Why Hydration Is Essential for Life

Why Hydration Is Essential for Life

In our busy lives, it’s easy to underestimate the silent, vital role water plays. We often think of hydration as something necessary only when we’re exercising or sweating profusely. But hydration is critical to everyday health, affecting nearly every system in our bodies.

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