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Hughs Acupuncture Clinic Are you are looking for helpful answers to your healthcare questions? Hugh's Acupuncture Clinic in Fort Collins, Colorado is a client-centered, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practice that provides holistic solutions for modern healthcare problems. Hugh's Acupuncture Clinic is conveniently located in downtown Fort Collins, and serves Fort Collins and the surrounding community with expert acupuncture and Chinese medicine.

The main modalities of TCM are acupuncture, Chinese herbology, massage therapy, qigong (therapuetic exercise), and nutritional counseling. These are very effective tools to promote healing and restore health.
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I run a Traditional Chinese Medicine clinic that provides acupuncture and other holistic solutions for modern healthcare problems, here in downtown Fort Collins, Colorado. I find great joy in serving quality complementary health care to Fort Collins and the surrounding community. In addition to my private practice, I work in the East Morgan County specialty clinic in Fort Morgan and frequently collaborate with local clinics and organizations such as The Wholeness Center and Hope Lives.In Fort Collins, acupuncture has exploded in popularity in the last few years.
If you have insurance, you can be reimbursed directly by your carrier. Prior to making an appointment, please call your insurance company to see if you have benefits. After your appointment, I will provide a superbill with appropriate codes that you can submit directly to your carrier for reimbursement. In most cases, the companies respond much faster to their clients then practitioners, and payments are made in a timely fashion.
Chinese herbology is the science of combining plants or other substances for healing purposes. In China, herbs are decocted for patients in hospitals to act in unison with drugs and other Western interventions. Chinese herbs reduce the side effects and the necessary dosage of medications, providing a synergistic, cost-effective and less invasive solution to management with just medications alone.
Massage is an especially powerful adjunctive treatment to acupuncture in cases that involve pain due to soft tissue disorders and biomechanical dysfunction. Myofascial release, deep tissue, and a variety of physiotherapeutic techniques are employed for problems like chronic back and neck pain, joint problems, sports trauma, repetitive injuries, and postural imbalance.
Whether you are a weekend warrior or Olympic contender - Sports Acupuncture can help you perform your best!. I have been an enthusiastic athlete throughout my life -from team sports to climbing, martial arts, and skiing. I understand the physical and psychological requirements of today's athletes. Being hopelessly addicted myself to my sports, I know how frustrating it is to be sidelined by injury.
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Hugh Castor L. Ac.
Hugh Castor L. Ac.
Hugh Castor is a licensed practitioner of acupuncture, Chinese medicine, and massage therapy. In addition, he is a certified instructor of Qigong and Tai Chi Chuan. He began his studies in 1993 under the guidance of Dr. James Berg physician/acupuncturist and DeeAnne Domnick midwife. At this time Hugh had the wonderful opportunity to study Traditional Chinese Medicine and natural medicine both as an apprentice and in the classroom. In this rich environment, Hugh learned acupuncture, Chinese and Western herbs, midwifery, Tai Chi Chuan, Qigong, Yoga, and most importantly began formulating his holistic approach to healthcare.
Reviews (16)
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Greg Obermann
Mar 25, 2022
Threw my back out last Sunday and was in extreme pain. Hugh got me into his office the following morning. Accurately diagnosed condition as SI (sacroilliac joint) dysfunction thanks to too much snow shoveling! One painless treatment and 24 hours later I'm 80% improved and near normal. Can't recommend his expertise enough. Do yourself a favor and get in earlier rather than later!
Cara O'Neal
Jul 14, 2020
Hugh is wonderful! He has helped me SO much with an autoimmune disorder and I have seen significant improvement, substantiated by both my medical tests as well as symptom improvement. He always has a great attitude and is very open to listening to you.
Elizabeth Triplett
Apr 14, 2020
I went to see Hugh after a random back injury left me on the couch for four days. After our first session, the intense non-stop pain had reduced to a dull aching. That night I slept deeply and I woke up feeling like my old self. I've always recommended acupuncture to clients, but I was shocked at the effectiveness of one session. I am beyond grateful for Hugh getting me back on my feet and I will be a lifelong client of his now!
Stephanie Lerner
Mar 17, 2020
Hugh is an amazingly competent acupuncturist, not to mention he also is a great masseuse. I have gone to him for about 10 years, off and on, for various injuries and problems and I really trust him as a doctor - he really knows his stuff! He also is honest about if he thinks acupuncture will help and how many treatments is might take. One of the best experiences I has was doing acupuncture for menopause- it really truly helped with all my symptoms and took it down from 100 to 20 in terms of the how the symptoms felt. I highly recommend Hugh!
Todd Triplett
Jan 05, 2020
This was one small step for Todd, one giant leap for Todd-kind. But seriously, Hugh is great at what he does. I learned a lot about my leg issues and the nerve that is causing the numbness. I can’t wait to go back next week. Thanks Hugh!!!
Mark Nieport
Dec 11, 2019
I met Hugh when I was suffering from a back strain from a rock climbing injury. As an athlete himself he knew just what to say and how to treat my injury. In no time I was back outside enjoying climbing pain free. Give Hugh a call!
Ilikeanime
Apr 03, 2019
I've had chronic knee, shoulder and neck issues or years. Hugh has helped me so much! He really has a special touch and gets to the issue fast. I've also been heading into menopause for a couple of years, completely miserable. Needles and herbs have helped greatly! Thank you, Hugh! MG
Victoria Roybal
Dec 18, 2018
I have always been nervous to try acupuncture out because of the needles. However, when I woke up one morning barely able to move because of severe pain in my right shoulder & neck I decided to give it a try. Hugh was highly recommended to me by 2 of my friends. He got me into his office quickly & immediately I felt looser than when I first walked in.

That alone made me happy but when I woke up the next day with more range of motion & decreased pain I knew I was hooked on this wonderful therapy. Hugh is very friendly & really listens to what you have to say so he can treat you thoroughly. I highly recommend seeing him!
Jon Lozen
Oct 27, 2018
Hugh is awesome at Acunpunture! Very knowledgeable about explaining everything involved with Acunpunture. Fair pricing. I went in there with very acute intense pain lower back and glutes. The first treatment was really good but challenging due to my pain level. Went back two days later for second treatment and my body really released the pain. I highly recommend Hugh for Acunpunture!
Owen Richard
Jun 02, 2018
Top notch treatments. Timely with appointments. VERY fair pricing. Make sure you get into see Hugh before to many people find out about him!
Deanna Wojcieszak
Feb 08, 2017
My son was having lower back issues/pain due to being in high school football. My son had done stretching and other things but nothing was helping. We went to Hugh to see if he could help him. After one treatment my son told me that his back pain had been reduced to almost nothing. My son was a little unsure because he had never experienced acupuncture. However, after his treatment and how kind Hugh was he was no longer hesitant. I highly recommend Hugh, he is very knowledgeable, compassionate and most important listens to your health concerns.
Laurine Fortney
Nov 10, 2016
Amazing after 2 years of misery with my stomach pain I feel so much better after only one appointment. I'll be back Hugh, and thanks for seeing me on such short notice
Terri Ogan
Jan 07, 2015
I've been seeing Hugh since 2012. I've gone in for pinched nerve in the palm of my hand, my bulging disc , swollen knees , muscle spasm after having bronchitis, severe pain in my heel and massage . Hugh really knows what he's doing! I would never recommend someone unless I truly felt this way. For those of you skeptical just try it , sometimes it takes more than one time but it works! It's better than being cut on!
Holistic Web Design
Nov 28, 2010
I believe Hugh is one of those rare practitioners who can combine deep massage work and acupuncture in a synergistic way. His skills are enhanced by his knowledge of Western medical conditions, making me feel quite safe while he places all those tiny needles in my "acupoints". He is my go-to guy when my back blows out, which has saved me from having to take nasty pain killers. Awesome! Check him out if you are in pain, for sure.
Angela King M.D.
I have personally used Hugh's services for years and have found him to be competent, knowledgeable, and professional. His integrative approach and desire to understand illness from a complimentary and Western perspective distinguishes him from other acupuncturists. After trying Hugh's treatments, I routinely refer patients with back pain and nausea to him for acupuncture. I highly recommend him!
Laura D.
I am very happy with the work I received at Hugh's clinic. After years of dealing with PMS, I decided to try acupuncture to see if it would help. Hugh recommended that I try not only acupuncture but Chinese herbs as well. After a few of treatments my next cycle went much better. Over the course of treatments with herbs and acupuncture my PMS virtually disappeared! Although, I can't say the herbs tasted great I think that they were very helpful. I tell all my friends with PMS to see him.