Conditions Acupuncture Can Help (List not all inclusive)
Acupuncture can be used to promote general health and well-being as well as help with specific conditions:
- Digestive disorders: indigestion, reflux, nausea, gastritis, irritable bowel syndrome, constipation, diarrhea, colitis
- Ear, nose, mouth and throat disorders: toothaches, laryngitis, canker sores, ringing in the ears, sore throat, TMJ
- Respiratory disorders: sinusitis, bronchitis, asthma, emphysema, skin rashes, allergies
- Circulation disorders: leg swelling, cold extremities
- Urinary and gynecological disorders: urinary incontinence, PMS, infertility, symptoms of menopause, irregular periods, painful periods, heavy bleeding, endometriosis, fibroids
- Muscular disorders: neck pain, back pain, knee pain, sciatica, frozen shoulder, bursitis and tendonitis, arthritis, sprains, fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome, tennis elbow; can also aid with rehabilitation for healing fractures, joint injuries and chronic pain
- Neurological disorders: headaches, carpal tunnel syndrome, trigeminal neuralgia, vertigo, pain from shingles, peripheral neuropathy
- Psycho-emotional disorders: stress and tension, anxiety, depression, insomnia
- Relief of symptoms related to cancer treatments: including surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy
- Autoimmune Conditions: MS, Hashimoto’s disease, thyroid issues, celiac disease, rheumatoid arthritis, Lupus
- Fertility Support: natural fertility care, support to IUI/IVF, chronic miscarriage, impotence, low sperm count, low motility
- Substance abuse and addictions: smoking cessation, alcohol & drug addiction
- And many more conditions…
Acupuncture can also be used with regular medical treatments to help alleviate many other conditions. Given the evidence of its effectiveness, acupuncture is increasingly being incorporated into mainstream health care as a complementary therapy.
