CONDITIONS TREATED & RESEARCH ARTICLES
Having existed for thousands of years, acupuncture has certainly been a clinical medicine refined through history. While acupuncture known to be extremely effective at treating pain, it has a long history of treating a wide range of health conditions. The World Health Organization (WHO) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have identified over 40 conditions that acupuncture successfully treats.
Research studies are released in professional journals from all over the world describing new uses for acupuncture and how the integrative medicine works on the body. These studies indicate that acupuncture influences the central and peripheral nervous system. Evidence shows acupuncture releases neurotransmitters, endorphins, and serotonin from the brain which makes acupuncture particularly effective in pain control and altering a person's mood.
Some of the conditions listed have research conducted to understand how acupuncture creates an effect on the body. If you're interested, reference the posted article links.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
Smoking Cessation - Research Article
Alcohol Abuse - Research Article
Substance Abuse - Research Article
Opioid Addiction - Research Article
Overeating - Research Article
Studies found the effects of acupuncture increased “levels of enkephalin, epinephrine, endorphin, serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine in the central nervous system and plasma that might mediate substance abuse.
AUTOIMMUNE DISORDERS
Sjogren's Disease - Research Article
Thyroid Disease - Research Article
Graves' Disease - Research Article
Lyme Disease - Research Article
Diabetes Management - Research Article
Acupuncture works by calming the body's immune system and reversing the body's sensitivity to the “trigger.” Acupuncture may alleviate symptoms, address the root to stabilize the progression of autoimmune disease for patients.
CIRCULATORY DISORDERS
Cardiovascular Disease - Research Article
High Blood Pressure - short term benefits - Research Article
High Cholesterol - Research Article
Type II Diabetes
Edema (swelling)
Thyroid Imbalances
Acupuncture helps decrease stress and regulate the body's stress response. The body has a natural reaction to perceived stress known as the sympathetic or “fight or flight” response. Acupuncture can be an integrative approach in helping management and prevention of circulatory conditions.
DIGESTIVE DISORDERS
Abdominal Pain
Acid Reflux (GERD)
Bloating
Celiac Disease
Crohn's Disease
Constipation
Colitis
Diarrhea
Diverticulitis
Dysentery
Heartburn
IBS (irritable bowel syndrome)
Indigestion
Nausea
Ulcers
Vomiting
Acupuncture can treat digestive imbalance by reducing stress and regulating the endocrine and nervous system hyperactivity that often accompanies digestive disorder patterns.
EMOTIONAL & PSYCHOLOGICAL
Stress
Depression
Nervousness
Grief
Anxiety, Panic Attacks
Neurosis
PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder)
SAD (seasonal affective disorder)
OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder)
In Chinese Medicine, we help with emotional disorders through regulating five element relationships within the body. Modern research finds that acupuncture regulates mood-relating hormone levels such as serotonin, noradrenaline, and dopamine. This changes the brain's mood chemistry and can help address the physical impacts of negative emotional states.
MUSCULO-SKELETAL/PAIN
Carpal Tunnel
Joint Pain
Post-operation Pain
Osteoarthritis
Lower Back Pain
Body Pain
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SLEEP DISORDERS
General Insomnia - research article
Insomnia related to menopause - research article
Restless Sleep
Frequent Waking
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CANCER TREATMENT SUPPORT
Low Energy
Vomiting
Nausea
Fatigue
Hot Flashes
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GENITO-URINARY DISORDERS
Pelvic Floor Prolapse
Bladder Dysfunction
UTI (urinary tract infection)
Incontinence
Frequent Urination
Kidney Stones
Impotence
Infertility
Sexual Dysfunction
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EYE, EAR, MOUTH
Poor Vision
Tinnitus (ringing in the ears)
Vertigo (dizziness)
Gingivitis
TMJ
Post-tooth extraction
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WOMEN'S HEALTH
Amenorrhea
Heavy or Irregular Bleeding
Menstrual Cramps
Pre & Post-Menopausal Symptoms
PMS
Infertility
Postpartum Fatigue or Depression
PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome)
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RESPIRATORY DISORDERS
Allergies
Asthma
Bronchitis
COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder)
Sinusitis
Tonsillitis
We are currently not seeing patients with flu-like conditions. If you are experiencing any difficulties breathing please contact your general practitioner.
NEUROLOGICAL DISORDERS
Headaches, Migraines
Alzheimer's, Dementia
Diabetic Neuropathy
Peripheral Neuropathy
Parkinson's Disease
Multiple Sclerosis
Post-Stroke Paralysis
Lyme Diseases, Tick borne diseases
Seizures
TOS (thoracic outlet syndrome)
Cervicobrachial Syndrome
Glossopharyngeal Neuralgia, Trigeminal Neuralgia
Bell's Palsy
Tremors
Restless Leg Syndrome
Autism, ADD/ADHD, Learning Disabilities
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Note: The above lists the commonly treated conditions and is not a comprehensive list. If the condition you are seeking help for is not found in the list above, it does not mean that acupuncture cannot help. For inquires on individual conditions, contact us for more information. Free consultations with our acupuncturist are also available.