What can Acupuncture Treat?
Acupuncture has been shown to effectively treat or manage many symptoms and conditions.
In 1997, the National Institute of Health (NIH) released a consensus report detailing its proven efficacy in treating pain and promoting healing.
In 2003, the World Health Organization (WHO) lists over 100 conditions that can be effectively treated and managed with acupuncture.
Here are some conditions and symptoms that are commonly and successfully treated or managed by acupuncture:
PAIN (many kinds of pain)
Arthritis
Muscle sprains/strains
Sports injuries
Tendonitis
Degenerative disc, herniated disc
Muscle pain, joint point - low back, upper back, neck, shoulder, knees, hips, feet, hands
Sciatica, upper back, neck, shoulder, knees, hips, feet, hands
TMJ
Headaches
Migraines
Neuralgia
Peripheral Neuropathy
STRESS- RELATED SYMPTOMS
Fatigue
Insomnia and poor sleep
Anxiety
Feeling stressed
POST-SURGERY REHAB
* Acupuncture often accelerates healing and rehab, and enhances the ability to maximize PT exercises
Weakness, pain, numbness
Shoulder surgery
Hip or knee replacement/repair
Back surgery
Neck surgery
Hand or foot surgery
Recovery from abdominal surgery
DIGESTIVE ISSUES
Reflux/GERD
Indigestion
Constipation
Diarrhea
Stomach or intestinal discomfort
WOMEN’S HEALTH (Menstrual or menopausal conditions, infertility, pregnancy symptoms)
Painful, irregular, prolonged or heavy menstrual cycles
PMS symptoms
Infertility
Menopausal symptoms - insomnia, hotflashes, nightsweats
Urinary Incontinence
Prolapse
MEN’S HEALTH
Prostate issues
Frequent, urgent urination
Urinary Incontinence
RESPIRATORY CONDITIONS AND ALLERGIES
Seasonal alleriges
Sinus congestion - chronic or acute
Cold and Flu symptoms
Post COVID symptoms
Asthma
Shortness of breath
Cough - acute or chronic
SIDE EFFECTS DUE TO CANCER TREATMENT
Pain
Digestive issues
Lack of appetite
Fatigue
Nausea
Dry mouth
Neuropathy (numbness/tingling of feet/hands)