The following is a list of conditions effectively treated with acupuncture according to the World Health Organization (WHO) and the National Institute of Health (NIH). The NIH has recognized the efficacy of acupuncture in treating a variety of conditions, and is used by a quarter of the world’s population.
BONES, JOINTS AND MUSCLES
Arthritis
Low Back Pain/Sciatica
Neck Pain
BRAIN AND NERVOUS SYSTEM
Dizziness and Vertigo
Herpes Zoster (Shingles)
Stroke
DIGESTIVE SYSTEM
Epigastric Pain
Abdominal Pain Treatment
Constipation
Diarrhea
Gallstones
EAR, NOSE, AND THROAT
Common Cold
Cough
Sinusitis
Ear Infections
Tinnitus
IMMUNE SYSTEM
Allergies
Chronic illness
ENDOCRINE SYSTEM (HORMONES)
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Diabetes
HEART AND CIRCULATION
Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
KIDNEY AND URINARY SYSTEM
Urinary Disorders
LUNGS AND BREATHING
Asthma
Respiratory Related Disorders
MENTAL HEALTH
Psychiatric Disorders
Anxiety (PTSD, Panic Attacks)
Depression
Insomnia
NEUROLOGICAL
Head, Mouth and Teeth
Bell’s Palsy
Headache/Migraine
TMJ
Trigeminal Neuralgia
WOMEN’S HEALTH (OB/GYN)
Amenorrhea (Absence of Menstruation)
Dysmenorrhea (Menstrual Cramps)
Irregular Menstruation
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
Menopause (Hot Flashes, etc.)
Uterine Bleeding
Female Infertility
Pregnancy, Childbirth & Postpartum Issues
Morning Sickness
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