In 2003, the World Health Organization (WHO) published a review, "Acupuncture: review and analysis of controlled clinical trials", that recognised the effectiveness of acupuncture in over 100 diseases and disorders.Below are examples from their extensive list:
Respiratory. Common colds & flu, allergies, sinusitis, bronchitis, and asthma
Gastrointestinal. Constipation, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting, IBS, Crohn’s disease, indigestion, and abdominal pain
Metabolic & Circulatory. Diabetes, hypothyroid, hyperthyroid, obesity, hypertension, arteriosclerosis, and anemia
Musculoskeletal & Neurological. Body pain, arthritis, headaches, neuropathy, trigeminal neuralgia, fibromyalgia, and multiple sclerosis
Emotional & Psychological. Anxiety, depression, insomnia, and stress
Gynecological. Irregular menstruation, PMS, menopause, infertility, and PCOS
Genitourinary. Kidney stones, urinary tract infections, frequent urination, incontinence, and impotence
Immunological. HIV/AIDS, chronic fatigue, candida, and chemotherapy/radiation side effects
Dermatological. psoriasis, eczema, acne, and dry skin
Pediatric. Colds & flu, cough, asthma, allergies, diarrhea, constipation, and bed wetting
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Evidence for Acupuncture
Docs: Acupuncture good for cancer patients
New studies confirm acupuncture relieves pain
Acupuncture and fibromyalgia
Acupuncture for malignant tumor
Metrological analysis for efficacy of acupuncture on angina pectoris
Acupuncture for headaches
