Health Concerns Treated

 The World Health Organization (WHO) recognizes acupuncture as an effective treatment for various health conditions, including chronic pain, respiratory issues, digestive disorders, and stress. In 1979, the WHO endorsed acupuncture at a symposium in Beijing, and in 2021, they published "Benchmarks for the Practice of Acupuncture" to guide its safe and effective use. Additionally, UNESCO has recognized acupuncture as an Intangible Cultural Heritage, emphasizing its global significance.  These include:

Chronic pain
 

• Back pain
   
• Osteoarthritis
   
• Migraines and headaches
   
• Neck and shoulder pain
   
• Sciatica
   

Respiratory disorders
 

• Asthma
   
• Sinusitis
   
• Rhinitis
   
• Bronchitis
   

Gastrointestinal issues
 

• Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
   
• Constipation
   
• Diarrhea
   
• Nausea and vomiting
   
• Peptic ulcers
   
• Indigestion
   

Neurological conditions
 

• Stroke rehabilitation
   
• Paralysis
   
• Facial paralysis (Bell’s palsy)
   
• Trigeminal neuralgia
   

Women’s health
 

• Menstrual problems
   
• Menopause symptoms
   
• Infertility
   
• Morning sickness
   

Sleep disorders
 

• Insomnia
   
• Fatigue
   

Psychological conditions
 

• Stress
   
• Anxiety
   
• Depression
   

Pain management
 

• Sports injuries
   
• Tendonitis
   
• Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction
   

Other conditions
 

• Allergies
   
• Skin conditions (eczema, acne)
   
• Immune system disorders
   
• Hypertension
   
• Addictions (smoking, alcohol)
   

 These conditions represent a broad range of ailments that acupuncture has been shown to help treat, based on WHO's endorsement and clinical evidence.