What can acpuncture treat?

 
 
 

The World Health Organisation (WHO) lists the following medical symptoms and conditions that have been shown to be treated effectively by acupuncture, in controlled trials.

 

Menstrual Problems

  • Absent periods (Amenorrhagia)

  • Heavy Periods (Menorrhagia)

  • Irregular Periods

  • Endometriosis

  • Fibroids

  • Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)

Pregnancy

  • Backache & Sciatica

  • Breech Position

  • Cystitis

  • Heartburn

  • Induction

  • Morning Sickness

  • Natural Birth Preparation

  • Oedema

  • Symphysis Pubis Pain

Post-natal Care

  • Fatigue

  • Postpartum Vaginal Discharge

  • Postpartum Depression

  • Insufficient or Excessive Lactation

  • Mastitis

  • Post-operative Scar Healing

Digestive Disorders

  • Bloating

  • Colitis

  • Constipation

  • Diarrhoea

  • Food Allergies

  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

  • Stomach Ulcers

Musculo-skeletal Disorders

  • Arthritis

  • Back Pain

  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

  • Frozen Shoulder

  • Muscle Aches and Tears

  • Sciatica and Tennis Elbow

Respiratory Disorders

  • Allergic Rhinitis

  • Asthma

  • Bronchitis

  • Colds, Flu

  • Hay Fever

  • Sinusitis

Neurological Disorders

  • Bell’s Palsy

  • Headache

  • Migraine

  • Neuralgia

  • Palliative Care

  • Parkinson’s Disease

  • Polio

  • Shingles

  • Stroke

Stress Management

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Insomnia

  • High Blood Pressure

  • Panic Attacks

  • Stress

  • Tinnitus

Immune Disorders

  • Allergies

  • Chronic Fatigue

  • Lupus

  • Multiples Sclerosis

Other Conditions

  • Addictions

  • Side Effects of Chemo-and Radiotherapy

  • Smoking

  • Weight Control