Health Problems Effectively Treated by Traditional Chinese Medicine

Among the health problems listed below are conditions for which the World Health Organization has specifically recommended acupuncture treatment. WHO recognizes acupuncture as an effective therapeutic approach, and has named over forty health conditions which respond favorably to acupuncture.

Musculo-Skeletal Disorders

Arthritis, low back pain, neck pain & stiffness, shoulder pain & stiffness, automobile injuries, sports injuries, fibromyalgia, carpal tunnel syndrome, tennis elbow, bursitis, tendonitis, sprains.

Nervous System

Headaches, migraines, sciatica, tinnitus, trigeminal neuralgia, Bell's palsy, muscle paralysis, peripheral neuropathy, multiple sclerosis.

Gynecological Conditions

Menopausal symptoms, infertility, PMS, menstrual problems, endometriosis, uterine prolapse.

Psychiatric Disorders

Anxiety, depression, insomnia, stress, poor memory, eating disorders.

Respiratory System

Common cold, sinusitis, chronic cough, asthma.

Gastrointestinal System

Nausea, constipation, diarrhea, chronic indigestion, irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn's disease, colitis, celiac disease.

Cardiovascular-Cerebrovascular Disorders

Hypertension, stroke sequela & paralysis.

Endocrine System

Diabetes, thyroid problems, obesity/weight loss, adrenal problems.

Immune System

Allergies, chronic fatigue syndrome, candidiasis, strengthen immune system.

Skin Conditions

Acne, eczema, herpes/shingles, psoriasis.

Connective Tissue Disorders

Lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis.

Addictions

Sugar, nicotine, caffeine, alcohol, recreational drugs.

Pediatric Conditions

Diarrhea, vomiting, bedwetting, fever, cough, constipation.

Supportive Therapy

Cancer support treatment, post surgical recovery, hepatitis.

Urogenital System

Cystitis, urinary tract infections, incontinence, sexual dysfunction.