What We Treat

What can acupuncturists treat?

Acupuncture is recognized by the National Institute of Health (NIH) and the World Health Organization (WHO) to be effective in the treatment of a wide variety of medical problems. Below are some of the health concerns that acupuncture can effectively treat: Addiction Anxiety Arthritis Asthma Bronchitis Carpal tunnel syndrome Chronic fatigue Colitis Common cold Constipation Dental pain Depression Diarrhea Digestive trouble Dizziness Dysentery Emotional problems Eye problems Facial palsy Fatigue Fertility Fibromyalgia Gingivitis Headache Hiccough Incontinence Indigestion Irritable bowel syndrome… Read more »

How are acupuncturists educated?

Today, acupuncturists undertake  four years of extensive and comprehensive graduate training in Chinese Medicine at nationally certified schools. All acupuncturists must pass a national exam and meet strict guidelines to practice in every state. Additionally acupuncturists in most states are concurrently trained as Chinese herbalists.

How safe is acupuncture?

Acupuncture is extremely safe. It is an all-natural, drug-free therapy, yielding no side effects other than feelings of relaxation and well-being. Acupuncture needles  are sterile, used once, and then discarded.

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