The Wellness Suite offers a variety of services to help you lead a healthy, active lifestyle. Services are provided in collaboration with Wardenburg Health Services and are available for Rec Center members and day pass holders unless specified otherwise.

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Flu Shots

Medical Services provides free flu shots for CU Boulder students in a variety of locations on campus during the flu season. Wardenburg is unable to provide flu vaccines to CU Boulder staff and faculty. An annual seasonal flu vaccine is the best way to help protect against flu. Flu vaccination can reduce flu illnesses, doctors’ visits, and missed work and school due to flu, as well as prevent flu-related hospitalizations.

Flu Shot Availability

By appointment only at Wardenburg Health Center

Monday - Friday from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

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Nutrition Resource Clinic

Students can schedule a free appointment with a registered dietitian. The consultation will provide assistance, recommendations and answers regarding eating habits along with resources and referrals as needed.

Eligibility

CU students (not available to students with the CU Gold SHIP as nutrition services are a covered benefit).

Two free visits per the academic year.

Schedule an appointment

Students can schedule an appointment online or call 303-492-6280.

All appointments are at Rec Center FitWell Suite.

Appointments are available Mondays between 1-5 p.m.

Prepare for your visit

Prior to your visit, you will complete a short questionnaire about eating habits and general health.

  • Initial visit duration: 30 minutes.
  • Follow-up visit: 15 minutes.

Learn more about Free Nutrition Consultations. 

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Physical Therapy 

All CU students can schedule a Physical Therapy appointment at Fitness & Wellness Suite. A physical therapist can provide a detailed examination to address existing or new concerns. Please call 303-492-6280 to set up an appointment.

  • Available to: CU Students
  • When: Monday to Friday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Location: Wardenburg Health Center
  • Schedule an Appointment: 303-492-6280

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Recreation Injury Care Center

Recreation Services offers drop-in athletic training services for all users of the Recreation Center. During open hours, patrons are welcome to meet one-on-one with an athletic trainer to have an injury evaluated. Services include acute care of injuries, clinical evaluations, therapeutic modalities, education in injury prevention, medical referrals and performance strategies. Athletic taping services are also available, but patrons must provide their own tape which can be purchased at Guest Service for $3.  This is a walk-in clinic only.

  • Available to: All Rec Center members
  • Cost: FREE
  • When:
    • ​Drop-in hours: Monday to Thursday: 3 to 7 p.m., Friday: 2 to 6 p.m.
    • By appointment only: Monday and Thursday: 1 to 3 p.m.
  • Location: Across from the Mat Room, 1st floor

Hours change during holidays, breaks and summer semester. For the most accurate hours please call 303-492-6880.

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Massage

Certified massage therapists are available to assist with relaxation, stress reduction, sports recovery, improving circulation and decreasing muscle spasms. Our massage staff specializes in Shiatsu, sports, rehabilitation and pain management techniques.

  • Available to: Students, faculty and staff
  • When: Wednesdays and Thursdays: 1 to 5 p.m.
  • Location: Wardenburg Health Center
  • Schedule an appointment: Schedule an appointment by calling 303-492-6280 or through MyCUHealth.

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Let's Talk at the Wellness Suite

Every Friday between 10 and 11 a.m., CAPS therapists will be at the Wellness Suite for drop in Let's Talk sessions. Let’s Talk counselors can help provide insight, solutions and information about additional resources. No appointment is necessary.

Let's Talk is especially helpful for students who...

  • Aren’t sure about counseling or wonder what it’s like to talk with a counselor.
  • Aren’t interested in ongoing counseling but would like the perspective of a counselor.
  • Have a specific problem and would like someone with whom to briefly talk it through.
  • Have a concern about a friend or family member and would like ideas about what to do.
  • Are looking for resources or supports and are seeking help navigating where to turn.

No appointment is necessary. Students are seen on a first-come, first-served basis. The best time to reach a counselor is at the start of the Let’s Talk time block. A typical session lasts 10-20 minutes.

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Community Acupuncture

Community acupuncture is practiced in a group, rather than a one-on-one, setting. During this session, participants will be treated through auricular (ear) acupuncture. Participants can choose between traditional needles or ear seeds. This treatment is best for reducing stress, anxiety, depression, pain and improving sleep and mental focus.

  • Length of session: 30 minutes
  • Price: $25

Schedule an appointment