Treatable Conditions
Acupuncture is suitable for treating a myriad of diseases and disorders. The World Health Organization states, "In the hands of a well-trained practitioner, acupuncture has much broader applications beyond pain relief." The World Health Organization (WHO) recognizes the use of acupuncture in the treatment of a wide range of conditions such as:
Gastrointestinal Disorders
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Spastic colon
Colitis
Constipation
Diarrhea
Food Allergies
Ulcers
Gastritis
Abdominal Bloating
Hemorrhoids
Gynecological / Genitourinary Disorders
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
Irregular, Heavy or Painful Menstruation
Endometriosis
Menopause
Fibroids
Chronic Bladder Infection
Complications in Pregnancy
Morning Sickness
Kidney Stones
Impotence
Infertility in Men and Women
Sexual Dysfunction
Respiratory Disorders
Asthma
Emphysema
Bronchitis
Colds and Flu's
Musculoskeletal and Neurological Disorders
Arthritis
Neuropathy
Sciatica Back Pain
Bursitis
Tendonitis
Stiff Neck
Bell's Palsy
Trigeminal
Neuralgia, Headaches and Migraines
Stroke
Cerebral Palsy
Polio
Sprains
Muscle Spasms
Shingles
Emotional and Psychological Disorders
Anxiety
Insomnia
Depression
Stress
Dermatological Disorders
Eczema
Dermatitis
Rosacea
Acne
Psoriasis
Urticaria
Alopecia Areata
Pruritus (Irching)