Although acupuncture first gained acceptance in this country for pain relief, its scope of effectiveness for centuries has been much broader and comprehensive. The World Heath Organization recognizes the ability of acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine to treat over 43 common disorders including: 

Gastrointestinal Disorders, such as diarrhea, constipation, food allergies, ulcers, gastritis, weak digestion, anorexia.

Uro-genital Disorders, including stress incontinence, urinary tract infections, and sexual dysfunction

Gynecological Disorders, including irregular, painful or painful menstruation, infertility, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), menopausal symptoms

Respiratory Disorders, such as allergies, asthma, emphysema, sinusitis, rhinitis

Disorders of the Bones, Muscles, Joints and Nervous System, such as arthritis, headaches,  insomnia, back pain, neck and shoulder pain, neuralgia, dizziness

Circulatory Disorders, such as hypertension, arteriosclerosis, angina pectoris and anemia 

Emotional and Psychological Disorders, including depression, and anxiety 

Addictions, such as alcohol, nicotine and drugs

Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat Disorders

*Note: Acupuncture is often effective therapy for other chronic and painful debilitating disorders which have no clear explanation or origin.