What Conditions Can Be Treated by Acupuncture?
Among the most frequently asked questions we hear, people often ask what conditions can be treated by acupuncture. Acupuncture is an effective treatment for many conditions. At Common Ground Wellness, our experience is that acupuncture is effective 80% of the time.
Shelby explains how acupuncture works and how it compares to Western Medicine.
Acupuncture is for Everyone
We can all benefit from acupuncture treatments on a regular schedule. Not only are many diseases and conditions treated by acupuncture, this therapy can be used to promote health and well-being even if you do not have symptoms to treat.
Some of our favorite conditions that can be treated by acupuncture are:
Allergies
Food Allergies
Seasonal Allergies
Autoimmune Conditions
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
Autoimmune Thyroid (Hashimotos)
Emotional Distress
Anxiety
Depression
Stress
Skin Conditions
Eczema
Psoriasis
Digestive Disorders
Constipation
Gastroparesis
Inflammatory Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Dry Eyes
Hormonal Conditions, Menstrual Irregularity, and/or Pain
Endometriosis
Fertility or Infertility
Menopause
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Thyroid Disease
Insomnia and Trouble Sleeping
Pain and Inflammation
Back Pain
Headaches and Migraines
Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome (TMJ)
Restless Legs
Headaches/Migraines
Restless Leg Syndrome
Cancer Care
Conditions that can be treated by acupuncture recognized by the NIH
Studies from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have shown the efficacy of acupuncture for a number of conditions, alone or in combination with conventional therapies:
Nausea caused by surgical anesthesia and cancer chemotherapy
Dental pain after surgery
Addiction
Headaches
Menstrual cramps
Tennis elbow
Fibromyalgia
Myofascial pain
Osteoarthritis
Low back pain
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Asthma
Stroke rehabilitation
Conditions that can be treated by acupuncture recognized by the WHO
The World Health Organization (WHO) recognizes acupuncture has been proven to benefit many common conditions that plague our everyday lives. In 1997 the National Institutes of Health published a statement summarizing the results and knowledge drawn from clinical trials testing the effectiveness of acupuncture treatment. The conclusion has been overwhelming that many conditions can be treated by acupuncture effectively and in conjunction with other medical treatments.
Our practitioners’ credentials and experience offer the best acupuncture in Louisville
Each of our acupuncturists has unique credentials and specialized training that brings useful insight to individual treatments. We are passionate about our practice and using our expertise to enhance and improve the lives of people in our community. We believe we offer the best acupuncture in Louisville, KY, and encourage you to check out our Acupuncture Practitioners to learn more about each practitioner’s unique emphasis.
