What Does Acupuncture Treat?
With thousands of years of history and documented practice, acupuncture may be the oldest, continuously used medical technique on our planet. Its theory and principles have developed and evolved over this time in other parts of Asia as well, including Japan, Korea and Tibet. Acupuncture is a profound and comprehensive system of healing.
In the recent past, pain management has been a popular reason for people to seek out acupuncture treatment. However, there are many other conditions and issues that can be treated effectively, including but not limited to the following:
PAIN MANAGEMENT
- acute sprain
- muscle aches
- post-operative pain
RESPIRATORY
- allergies
- asthma
- common cold
GASTROINTESTINAL
- irritable bowel syndrome
- constipation
- diarrhea
PSYCHOLOGICAL
- depression and anxiety
- stress management
- insomnia
IMMUNE ISSUES
- chronic fatigue syndrome
- fibromyalgia
- post chemo/radiation support
GYNECOLOGICAL
- PMS
- painful/irregular periods
- menopausal issues
NEUROLOGICAL
- headaches/migraines
- trigeminal neuralgia
- post-concussion syndrome
MUSCULOSKELETAL
- back pain
- sciatica
- arthritis
OBSTETRICAL
- fertility support
- morning sickness
- post partum depression
The World Health Organization has done a lengthy study of the efficacy of acupuncture for various conditions and issues. You can find the complete WHO study and findings here: http://apps.who.int/medicinedocs/pdf/s4926e/s4926e.pdf
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Contact Information:
Maureen Jordan, Lic. Acupuncturist
781.929.2153
maureen@atlanticskyacupuncture.com