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THE SYMPTOM LIST BELOW IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE.  PLEASE CONTACT DIANE TO DISCUSS YOUR PARTICULAR CONCERN. THERE ARE NO GUARANTEES, THOUGH EVEN IF YOUR PRIMARY SYMPTOM IS NOT LISTED HERE, IT IS QUITE POSSIBLE THAT YOU CAN BE HELPED WITH YOUR CONCERNS.   

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Acupuncture has been endorsed by the National Institutes of Health and the World Health Organization for a variety of aliments, as noted below.  

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National Institutes of Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) Core Conditions Treated:

The NIH identifies strong evidence for acupuncture's effectiveness in managing: 

  • Chronic Pain: Specifically low back pain, neck pain, and osteoarthritis (particularly of the knee).

  • Headaches: Including both migraines and tension-type headaches.

  • Nausea and Vomiting: Effectively treats nausea induced by chemotherapy, surgical anesthesia, and pregnancy.

  • Postoperative Pain: Often used to reduce pain after surgery and minimize the need for opioid medications. 

    National Institutes of Health

Other Potential Uses

Acupuncture may also be helpful for the following conditions, though the evidence for some is considered less definitive or is still being researched: 

  • Musculoskeletal Issues: Tennis elbow, fibromyalgia, myofascial pain, and carpal tunnel syndrome.

  • Women's Health: Menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhea) and labor pain.

  • Respiratory Conditions: Asthma and allergic rhinitis (hay fever).

  • Mental Health & Sleep: Anxiety, depression, and insomnia.

  • Addiction: Sometimes used in comprehensive programs for smoking cessation or substance use disorders.

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The World Health Organization (WHO) recognizes acupuncture as a valid form of traditional medicine, publishing guidelines on safety, training, and standardizing point locations. WHO reports indicate that acupuncture is effective for treating over 100 conditions, including chronic pain, nausea, and allergic rhinitis. 

World Health Organization (WHO)

Key WHO statements and findings on acupuncture include:

  • Evidence-Based Efficacy: Controlled trials have shown acupuncture to be an effective treatment for conditions such as low back pain, neck pain, sciatica, osteoarthritis, knee pain, and headache.

  • Range of Conditions: Beyond pain, it is used for adverse reactions to chemotherapy/radiotherapy, depression, allergic rhinitis, and biliary colic.

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