The World Health Organisation has recognised that acupuncture can be used to help treat a wide range of specific ailments:

  • Headaches and Migraine
  • Stress
  • Asthma
  • PMS and other menstrual problems
  • Constipation, diarrhoea, IBS
  • Back and neck pain
  • Skin problems such as eczema, psoriasis
  • Sleeping problems, insomnia
  • Bronchitis and coughs
  • Low energy levels, fatigue,
  • Palpitations
  • Indigestion, bloating and cramping after eating
  • Stomach upsets, vomiting and indigestion
  • Body aches and muscle and tendon aches
  • Urinary dysfunctions

    Many women use acupuncture treatments to help reduce symptoms of PMT and menopause - for more information on how acupuncture is used for women's health click here.

    Acupuncture is also widely used in a proactive approach, maintaining and enhancing good health in order to maximise quality of life and prevent the onset of illness.

    Many people with no specific symptoms use acupuncture to help maintain equilibrium.


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