According to the World Health Organization (WHO),
Acupuncture has been shown to be clinically effective in the following conditions
Gynecological-Reproductive Disorders:
Infertility, Pre-menstrual syndrome, Menopausal symptoms, Painful Menstruation, Pre & Post-partum disorders, Breech Baby, Endometriosis, Fibroids
Respiratory disorders:
Asthma, Allergies, Bronchitis, Sinusitis, Rhinitis, Common cold.
Gastrointestinal Disorders:
Constipation, Chronic or acute Diarrhea, Acid Reflux, Peptic Ulcers, Colitis, Indigestion. Abdominal Pain, Hyperacidity, Hiccups, Nausea/Vomiting, Crohn’s Disease, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Emotional Disorders:
Depression, Insomnia, Irritability, Sadness, Anxiety, Neurosis.
Pain Disorders:
Fibromyalgia, Arthritis, Migraines, Headaches, Neuralgia, Low back, Knee and Shoulder pain, Facial Paralysis, Hemiplegia/Post-stroke rehabilitation, Post-operative pain, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, Rheumatism, Cervical spondylosis, Chronic/Acute pain, Muscle cramping, Muscle pain/weakness, Sciatica, Sprains/overstrain injuries.
Dermatology:
Eczema, Psoriasis, Acne, Alopecia areata, Herpes zoster, Allergic skin rashes, Urticaria/Hives
Eyes-Ears-Nose-Throat:
Cataracts, Poor vision, Toothache, Gingivitis, Tinnitus (ringing in the ears), Allergic rhinitis, Allergies, Sinusitis.
Miscellaneous:
Addiction control, Blood pressure regulation, Chronic fatigue, Immune system tonification, Stress reduction, Weight management, Dizziness/Vertigo