What Can Acupuncture Do for Me?
…the sheer weight of evidence demands that acupuncture be taken seriously as a clinical procedure of considerable value. World Health Organization
There is sufficient evidence of acupuncture's value to expand its use into conventional medicine. National Institute of Health, 1997 Consensus on Acupuncture
Acupuncture has been used for centuries in China to treat a host of problems, such as joint pain, sprains, and strains, stress, skin problems, infertility, sexual dysfunction, PMS, menopause, and most gynecological complaints.
It’s also an extremely effective, drug-free, non-surgical adjunct to cancer treatment, and is particularly helpful in treating the serious side effects of chemotherapy and radiation. It can successfully treat many autoimmune diseases such as lupus and fibromyalgia. It is also a powerful tool to ease post-operative pain.
Many other conditions can be treated, too. Among the most responsive are musculoskeletal problems such as sciatica, low back pain and arthritis; circulatory problems like high or low blood pressure, or cold hands and feet; nervous system imbalances, especially anxiety, nervousness, sleeplessness or depression; asthma, allergies and sinus problems; and digestive disorders like Crohn's Disease, irritable bowel syndrome, ulcerative colitis, diarrhea, and constipation.
We often treat headaches, vertigo, sports and stress injuries, skin problems, immune system disorders, fatigue, and chronic pain. Acupuncture has been found to be especially useful for detoxification from addictive substances such as drugs, alcohol, caffeine, cocaine, heroin and cigarettes. Eastern Medicine is particularly effective at treating emotional disorders such as phobias, grief, and anger.
It’s not only good if you are sick, but it balances the body's systems and promotes good health and well-being so you are then able to handle the stresses of everyday life more easily, and minor health issues can be resolved before they become more major problems.
The World Health Organization has stated that acupuncture is suitable for treating many conditions. Please see our separate WHO page for more details.