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Natasha Colburn, LAc

Portland Acupuncturist

Kiiko Style Acupuncture

"Natasha has been practicing acupuncture since 1999. She currently has been using Kiiko Style, which uses specific palpation techniques to determine the deeper structural and constitutional imbalances which may underlie a patient’s symptoms."

About Natasha Colburn

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Natasha has been practicing acupuncture happily since 1999. She treats all manner of conditions with a variety of techniques including acupuncture, massage, gua sha, cupping and herbal medicine.

She is very excited to have studied Kiiko Style Acupuncture with Kiiko Matsumoto and Monica Kobylecka. Kiiko Style uses specific palpation techniques to determine the deeper structural and constitutional imbalances which may underlie a patient’s symptoms. Treating the deeper levels, along with the symptoms, helps to cut through complex problems and brings a more complete and lasting healing. Patients (and she!) are often amazed and delighted at the immediate changes that can be felt during a treatment.

When not at the clinic, she may be seen around Sellwood, walking Lucy the Three-Legged Dog with her brilliant son and superhero husband. She loves good food with good friends, eggbeaters, art and a knitting project to lose herself in. Her most recent project involves learning and reciting the entire Star Wars Saga because her kid, for some reason, must know the details, though the movies are too scary for him watch.

Conditions Commonly Treated

  • Emotional Health: stress, anxiety, life transitions, depression, PTSD, and the emotional component of chronic pain and/or disease
  • Sexual Health: low libido, pregnancy and post partum health, fertility enhancement for men & women, PMS, hormonal shifts
  • Digestive Health: Acid reflux/GERD, IBS, constipation/diarrhea, diverticulitis, nausea, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s.
  • Immune System: Asthma, recurring infections or viral pathogens, autoimmune diseases, cancer treatment support
  • Pain Conditions: Headache/ migraine, fibromyalgia, neuralgia, numbness, back pain/disc problems, neck pain, motor vehicle accidents

 

Insurance Coverage

Natasha is in-network* with these health insurance plans:

  • Kaiser / CHP
  • MODA/ODS
  • Pacific Source
  • Regence / Blue Cross

* This may not be a comprehensive list as network involvement may change at any time. Please call our front desk for assistance with specific insurance verification, as this is not a guarantee of coverage for services.

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What My Patients Say

In October I was in a horrible car accident. I ended up with whiplash in three places, one in my neck and two in my upper back. After three months of physical therapy and 16 ibuprofen a day, I came to the conclusion that at 53 years oldI might just have to live with the pressure and pain for the rest of my life…[After acupuncture] I felt relief after the first week…I look forward to the gardening I love and feeling painless. Thanks Natasha for giving me back my pain-free health.

 

–Car accident patient

The neurosurgeon said I had two weeks before I had to have back surgery to avoid nerve damage. After three treatments, I got up from the table and realized the pain was gone! I actually wept with relief. I’m really glad I came in . The acupuncture has allowed me the chance to heal without surgery.

–Back pain patient

Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine used to be a place I would turn when my primary care provider was unable to address my concerns. After seeing Natasha, I now think of her first.

 

–Natasha’s patient

Tasha has been my caregiver for the last 6 years, she is not only an excellent acupuncturist, she is also a wonderful person. I refer many of my patients to her and all of them share the same opinion. I highly recommend Tasha not only as a patient but as a physician who has seen the benefits and excellent results that she has achieved with patients that I have referred to her.

 

–Natasha’s patient

Natasha is AMAZING! I was a little skeptical at first to try acupuncture but after many months of daily chronic headaches I was ready to try anything. I am soooo happy to share that my daily headaches are no more and I feel like I can’t thank her enough for the incredible work she’s done. Natasha cares so much about her clients and is very personable. I HIGHLY recommend Natasha for all of your acupuncture services.

 

–Headache patient

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Goodbye, summer — you were a good one. ☀️ Celebra Goodbye, summer — you were a good one. ☀️

Celebrating the season’s end with a photo dump of the highlights:

World Cup soccer⚽️ 4th of July Fireworks 
🎇Music fests 🎸 & garden parties
Long afternoons with a book📚. 
Berry-picking 🫐🍓& Coastal sunsets
Family time, nature hikes 🥾& summer-time sports 🏌️‍♂️
Christmas in July at FoRM 🎄

Our providers soaked up every last minute — & we’re carrying that warmth into fall. 🍂

Welcome, Autumn….Grounded mornings. Steady routines. A perfect season to restore & reset. 

#FoRMhealth #movebetter #feelbetter #summervibes #pnwsummer
Arthritis is a common problem that keeps people fr Arthritis is a common problem that keeps people from moving. At FoRM Health, our mission is to help you overcome the obstacle of pain that limits activities. Between chiropractic care, physical therapy, and our regenerative injections therapies, we'll get you back to doing what you love, pronto! 💪🏃‍♀️💪 #arthritis #regenerativemedicine #movebetterfeelbetter #orthopedicmedicine #arthritissolutions #injuryrecovery #chronicpain #nonsurgicalorthopedics
Recovery looks different for everyone! & the right Recovery looks different for everyone! & the right support can help you move forward with confidence + a very efficient game plan to get you back to doing what makes you feel best 💪 

FoRM Health offers physical therapy designed to support mobility, strength, function, + recovery based on YOUR individual needs and goals. Visit our website to learn more. https://formhealthpdx.com/
Aging is a privilege! The goal is to feel well whi Aging is a privilege! The goal is to feel well while doing it. At FoRM Health, we have so many therapies to help you thrive in every decade. 🌻

From regenerative injections for arthritis to PRF for hair restoration to bio-identical hormone replacement, let us help you be your best self for decades to come! ✨✨

#feel better #lookbetter #movebetter #hormonehealth #hormonereplacementtherapy #regenerativemedicine #naturopathicmedicine #sellwoodmoreland #formhealthpdx
You just got hurt — now what? 🏃‍♀️ A hard cut on You just got hurt — now what? 🏃‍♀️

A hard cut on the court. A missed step off a curb. A deadlift that felt fine until it didn’t. However it happens, the first steps you take after an acute injury can make or break your recovery. Here’s FoRM’s 4-step framework ⬇️

🧊 Step 1 — 24 -72 hours post-injury
Skip RICE, try PEACE. 

Prevent further damage, Elevate, Avoid anti-inflammatories, Compress & Educate yourself on active recovery. Total rest & constant icing can actually blunt the healing your body needs to kick off.

🩺 Step 2 — Week 1
Get a diagnosis, not a guess. 

Book an orthopedic exam with one of our sport-specific NDs — Dr. Ryan, Dr. Brittany or Dr. Jessica — the sooner the better. They’ll help you formulate a comprehensive and appropriate conservative care recovery plan.

💪 Step 3 — Weeks 1 - 4
Be consistent with your care plan. 

Acute injuries heal well with the right support — PT, manual therapy, acupuncture +/or shockwave — to manage pain, restore range of motion & rebuild strength before it becomes chronic.

🎯 Step 4 — Not improving after a month? 
Consider Regenerative Injection Therapy.

Give conservative care 4–6 weeks. If it’s not clicking, it’s time to talk regenerative injection therapy — PRP or Prolotherapy — to stimulate a stronger tissue healing response at the injury site.

An acute injury doesn’t have to become a chronic one. The difference is usually just having a plan.

📅 Book your orthopedic exam — link in bio 

#FoRM #MoveMore #MoveBetter #SportsMedicine #InjuryRecovery
A lot of little stress reducing, metabolism boosti A lot of little stress reducing, metabolism boosting, confidence building, strength increasing habits really add up! These are some of the things your FoRM providers do to help themselves feel & move better as we all enjoy the privilege of aging. 

🌺 Bubbles Baths
🌺 Walking Pups
🌺 Sprint Training 
🌺 Learning New Things 
🌺 Infrared Sauna 

What are you currently using to feel better & stronger with age?? Let us know 👇 

#agewell #feelbetter #movebetter #lookbetter #naturalmedicine #healthiswealth #functionalmedicine #lessstress #reducestress #braingain #agestrong
Newly injured? 😩... These 4 steps will get you on Newly injured? 😩... 
These 4 steps will get you on the road to recovery!

- First 24 - 72 hours: PEACE not RICE. Protect, Elevate, Avoid Anti-inflammatories, Compress + Educate. 
- 1-2 weeks: schedule an orthopedic exam with Dr. Ryan, Dr. Brittany, or Dr. Jessica.
- Next 4-6 weeks, follow your recovery plan: Physical Therapy, Shockwave, Acupuncture, +/or Body Work.
- If you're not improving within the month, consider regenerative injection therapy with PRP or Prolotherapy.

#movebetter #form
Why Dr. Ryan Minarik uses @apex_biologix for PRP🩸💉 Why Dr. Ryan Minarik uses @apex_biologix for PRP🩸💉

With nearly two years experience using @apex_biologix for PRP processing, Dr. Ryan Minarik explains what matters most to him as a Regenerative Medicine provider: a user-friendly approach to PRP processing that yields high quality PRP for better outcomes.

In this video, Dr. Minarik shares how working with APEX Biologix has helped him streamline his PRP processing and improve tissue response with the addition of protein concentrate.

▶️ Hear his perspective and experience with APEX Biologix.

#FoRM #RegenerativeMedicine #PRP #SportsMedicine movebetter
Did you know PRP, or platelet rich plasma is 100% Did you know PRP, or platelet rich plasma is 100% natural? It’s derived from your own body using your blood that is spun down into a platelet concentrate! We then reinject this concentrate into the problem areas to stimulate a healing response. 

PRP therapy can provide relief from a wide range of conditions, such as neck and back pain, tennis elbow, arthritis, and chronic pain from old injuries. Click the link in bio to learn more about regenerative injections at FoRM Health! #prp #regenerativemedicine #movebetter #feelbetter #formhealthpdx #sellwoodmoreland #regenerativetherapies
Nutrition is a game changer for managing chronic i Nutrition is a game changer for managing chronic inflammation & improving cellular repair! The way you eat before + after your PRP, Prolotherapy, MFAT, or other regenerative therapies can boost your outcomes. 📣 

Focusing on a mainly Mediterranean Diet can help the controlled inflammatory response from regenerative injections stay short-lived & reduces inflammation that is chronic + detrimental. A balanced + healthy diet also creates the right environment for repair! 🫐🫐🫐

The Mediterranean Diet is diverse & delicious, making it a fairly easy plan to follow. Here’s the scoop:

🌿 High Fiber (whole grains, beans, veggies, fruit)
🌿 Lean Protein (poultry, fish, wild game)
🌿 Healthy Fats (olive oil, avocado, nuts, seeds)

Do your best to really reduce or avoid ultra processed foods, unhealthy fats like trans fats, refined sugar & high fructose corn syrup. 🛑 

Interested in how to implement the Mediterranean Diet? Our functional nutritionist, Ellina, would love to be your guide in all things anti-inflammatory eating & meal planning! 🥑 Link in bio or call us at 503-232-5653.
Did you know exercise can have a positive impact o Did you know exercise can have a positive impact on your PRP, PRF, or MFAT procedures?? 🏃🏻‍♀️ 🏃🏻‍♀️ 🏃🏻‍♀️ 

Prepping for your therapies a few weeks out can benefit your results when HIIT + strength training is used wisely. 

💉 A few weeks out and you’re increasing your stem cell proliferation & platelet concentration while making sure the right inflammatory messengers are coming online. 

💉 The day of, a sweat sesh can help with acute spikes of stem cells + platelets so that you improve the quality of your results! 

A few ideas for a 20min HIIT session:
💪 Squat Jumps 
💪 Mountain Climbers 
💪 Plank Jacks 
💪 High Knees 
💪 Skaters 

🔆 Your FoRM health providers not only optimize your therapies but we make sure we help you make the best out of your prep for them too depending on what you and your body need! Questions? Link in Bio or call us @503-232-5653. 🔆

#regenerativemedicine #prp #prf #feelbetter #movebetter #lookbetter #formhealthpdx #regenerativetherapy
📅 You’ve scheduled a Regenerative therapy appointm 📅 You’ve scheduled a Regenerative therapy appointment— PRP, PRF, or MFAT — now what?

Whether it’s for pain, injury, arthritis, skin rejuvenation or hair restoration, there are steps you can take to optimize the regenerative effect and tissue response!
Here’s your prep timeline to set yourself up for the best possible outcome 👇

🗓️ A FEW WEEKS OUT
🏋️ Start HIIT + strength training to mobilize stem cells and platelets
🥗 Tighten up your diet — lean into a Mediterranean or anti-inflammatory diet (veggies, lean protein, healthy fats, fiber) and limit processed foods, sugar, and unhealthy fats
💊 Start supplementing with Vitamin D, Vitamin C, and antioxidants like resveratrol + quercetin
😴 Lock in a consistent sleep schedule to optimize recovery

🗓️ WITHIN THE WEEK
🛑 Stop anti-inflammatory supplements — fish oil, curcumin, resveratrol, quercetin
🛑 Stop steroid medications + NSAIDs like ibuprofen (they can blunt the inflammatory response your treatment relies on)

🗓️ 24 HOURS PRIOR
🚫 Skip alcohol and anything high in saturated fat, sugar, or processed ingredients
🏃 Get in one more 20–30 min HIIT session day of the procedure

For best results, your prep matters as much as the procedure - 💪

#prp #prf #mfat #regenerativemedicine #formhealth

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