Conditions treated by acupuncture
Acupuncture has been recognized by the National Institutes of health (NIH) and the World Health Organization (WHO) to be effective for the following conditions:
Digestive disorders
Indigestion, Constipation, Irritable bowel syndrome, Diarrhea, Vomiting,
Colitis, Hiccough
Gynecological
Menopausal symptoms, Premenstrual symptoms, Menstrual irregularities, Fertility and reproductive problems, Morning sickness
Emotional disorders
Anxiety, Depression, Insomnia, Emotional problems
Eye, ear, nose and throat
Tooth pain, Dental pain, Eye problems, Gingivitis, Poor vision, Tinnitus,
Sinusitis, Rhinitis, Tonsillitis, Sore throat
Musculoskeletal
Sciatica, Shoulder and neck pain, Low back pain, Arthritis, Osteoarthritis
Muscle cramping, Wrist pain, Carpal tunnel syndrome,Tennis elbow
Neurological
Headache, Migraine, Urogenic bladder dysfunction, Postoperative pain
Sequella of stroke, Facial palsy/ tics,Trigeminal neuralgia
Respiratory
Asthma, Bronchitis, Common cold, Pneumonia
Miscellaneous
Generalized pain, Chronic fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Fatigue, Dizziness, Incontinence
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD), Smoking cessation, Stress reduction,
Addiction control (alcohol, drug, smoking)
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