Conditions Treated

 
Jessica performing auricular acupuncture on a patient

Jessica performing auricular acupuncture on a patient

Acupuncture is effective in treating a wide variety of health issues. It can be used alone or as a complement to conventional medical care, and other alternative methods. Acupuncture is also used as a way to maintain good health. Below is a brief list of conditions in which acupuncture has a therapeutic effect. There are many more not listed here. If you don’t see your condition, or if you have questions, feel free to ask us!

  • Mental and Emotional Issues:

    • Depression

    • Anxiety

    • Insomnia

    • PTSD

    • Addiction

  • Physical Pain:

    • Lower back pain

    • Frozen shoulder

    • Neck pain

    • Arthritis

    • Local trauma due to sprains, strains, tendinitis, and other injuries

    • Sciatica

    • Fibromyalgia

    • Muscle pain, weakness

  • Neurological Disorders:

    • Headaches - migraines, cluster, tension headaches

    • Facial Palsy in the early stages

    • Trigeminal Neuralgia

    • Disc problems

    • Peripheral Neuropathies

    • Complications from stroke

  • Gynecological Issues:

    • PMS

    • Irregular and painful menstruation

    • Menopause symptoms

    • Infertility

  • GI Conditions:

    • Constipation

    • Diarrhea

    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome

    • Colitis

    • Gastritis

  • Cardio and Respiratory Disorders:

    • Hyper- and Hypotension

    • Asthma

    • Acute bronchitis

    • Acute sinusitis

    • Acute tonsillitis

    • Common colds

    • Allergies

  • Eyes, Ears, Nose, Throat Disorders:

    • TMJ

    • Toothaches and pain post-dental work

  • Other conditions:

    • Idiopathic Pain - unexplained conditions

    • Smoking cessation

    • Allergic reactions to foods

    • Managing pain and symptoms due to cancer treatment

    • Withdrawal from prescription and recreational drugs

    • Inflammation