Commonly treated conditions:
Based on clinical experience, the World Health Organization advises that over 300 types of illness lend themselves to acupuncture treatment. A partial list includes:
Gastrointestinal Disorders
Food allergies, indigestion, diarrhea, constipation, anorexia, peptic ulcer, gastritis, colitis, irritable bowel.
Urogenital disorders
Urinary tract infections, incontinence, prostatitis, sexual dysfunction, infertility.
Gynecological Problems
PMS, menstrual difficulties infertility, fibrocystic disease, menopause problems.
Respiratory Problems
Asthma, emphysema, allergies, chronic bronchitis, sinusitis.
Muscle and Joint Pain
Arthritis, tendonitis, bursitis, neck and shoulder pain, whiplash, sciatica, TMJ
Circulatory Disorders
High blood pressure, angina, muscle cramps, anemia, atherosclerosis.
Immune System Disorders
Chronic fatigue syndrome, AIDS, rheumatoid arthritis, candidiasis, lupus.
Endocrine Disorders
Diabetes, hyper/hypothyroidism.
Emotional Problems
Stress, insomnia, depression, anxiety.
Addictions
Alcohol, nicotine, sugar, recreational drugs, medications.
Pediatrics
Bedwetting, hyperactivity, asthma.
