What is acupuncture? How does acupuncture work? Does acupuncture hurt? Are the needles clean? How many treatments are needed? What should be done in preparation for an acupuncture session? What happens during a typical acupuncture treatment? Does_insurance_pay_for_acupuncture? What conditions can acupuncture help? Lauren Wolfson
 

What conditions can acupuncture help?
Acupuncture has been effectively used to treat a wide range of health problems. It is a complete system of medicine that is time-tested. The World Health Organization has cited more than forty ailments that are benefited by acupuncture. The National Institute of Health’s Consensus Statement of 1997 recognizes acupuncture’s efficacy in the treatment of several medical conditions. The following is a list of ailments commonly treated in the acupuncture center:

  • Back pain and sciatica
  • Migraine
  • Muscle and joint pain
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Chronic fatigue
  • Tendonitis
  • Rheumatoid and osteoarthritis 
  • Infertility
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome
  • Menopause
  • PMS and menstrual disorders 
  • Endometriosis
  • Irritable bowel syndrome
  • Allergies
  • Asthma
  • Morning sickness
  • Insomnia
  • TMJ
  • Side effects of chemotherapy and radiation
  • Peripheral neuropathy
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