The World Health Organization (WHO) recognizes the use of acupuncture in the treatment of a wide range of common illnesses including:
- Migraines and tension headaches
- Allergies
- Common cold, sinusitis, asthma, cough, bronchitis
- Trigeminal neuralgia, facial neuralgia
- Meniere’s disease
- Neck and shoulder pain, tennis elbow, carpal tunnel syndrome
- Sciatica, back pain
- Arthritis, fibromyalgia
- Nausea, constipation, diarrhea, IBS
- Menstrual cramps, menopausal symptoms, PMS
- Infertility, endometriosis
- Anxiety, depression, insomnia, stress, poor memory
- Weight loss, diabetes, thyroid problems
- Addictions, quit smoking
- Acne, eczema, shingles, psoriasis
- Cancer support treatment, post surgical recovery
- Cystitis, UTI, incontinence, sexual dysfunction