What does acupuncture treat according to the World Health Organization (WHO)?

In the hands of a well-trained practitioner, acupuncture has much broader applications beyond pain relief. The World Health Organization (WHO) recognizes the use of acupuncture to have a therapeutic effect in the treatment of a wide range of common illnesses.

 

I can help with the following conditions as well as prevent their return:

 

Allergies & Respiratory Problems: cold, flu, allergies, asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia, cough, sinusitis, and weak immune system.

 

Autoimmune Conditions: Rheumatoid Arthritis, Hashimoto's Thyroiditis, and other thyroid conditions, Multiple Sclerosis, Diabetes Type 1, Crohn's Disease, Celiac Disease, Sjogren's Syndrome, Grave’s Disease, and others.

 

Cancer Support: assist with side effects of chemotherapy and radiation, enhance the immune system and strengthen the body.

 

Cardiovascular Disorders: heart palpations, high blood pressure, angina pectoris, anemia, stroke recovery, dizziness & vertigo.

 

Chronic Conditions: fatigue, adrenal exhaustion, Fibromyalgia, insomnia, hypersomnia.

 

Digestive Disorders: stomach ache, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), ulcerative colitis, gastritis, indigestion, constipation, diarrhea, ulcers, acid reflux, hiccup, nausea, vomiting, slow metabolism, esophageal spasms, and hemorrhoids.

 

Emotional Disorders: Insomnia, stress, anxiety, addiction, depression, chronic fatigue, eating disorders, PTSD.

 

Immune Enhancement: infections of the eye, ear, nose, and throat, congestion, nosebleeds, earache, toothache, eye pain.

 

Neurological Problems: dizziness, numbness, tingling, loss of feeling, neuralgia, neuropathy, and Bell's palsy.

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Obstetrics: morning sickness, fatigue, heartburn, muscle cramps, sciatica, back pain, breech baby, induction, postpartum depression, mastitis, lactation support.

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Pain & Injury: back pain, neck pain, hip pain, sciatica, sports injury, whiplash, knee pain, heel pain, bursitis, arthritis, shoulder pain, headache, migraine, carpal tunnel, tendonitis, sprains, strains, muscle aches and spasms, gout, TMJ, nerve pain, and post-surgery recovery.

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Pediatrics: Cold, flu, ear infections, asthma, pain, injury, stress, anxiety, ADD and ADHD, headache/migraine, constipation, diarrhea, reflux/GERD, sleep, failure to thrive, and weak immune function.

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Skin Disorders: dry skin, itching, dermatitis, acne, hives, rash, psoriasis, and eczema.

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Urogenital Disorders: incontinence, urine retention, urinary tract infection, interstitial cystitis, urinary bladder stones, and frequent or painful urination.

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Women’s Health: amenorrhea (loss of period), irregular, heavy, or light menstruation, cramps, PMS, menopausal symptoms (hot flashes, night sweats), low libido, endometriosis, PCOS, fibroids, and infertility.

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Men’s Health: prostatitis, impotence, seminal emission, and low sperm count/ motility.

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Other Conditions: weight loss, gallstones, kidney stones, cataracts, smoking/ alcohol, and drug addiction withdrawal.

 

Don’t see your condition listed here? Need more information regarding acupuncture treatment for your specific problem?

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