What Can Acupuncture Treat?
Acupuncture works by activating the body's own healing powers, so it can be beneficial for many health conditions. The World Health Organization (WHO) has documented many symptoms, diseases, and conditions that have been shown in controlled clinical trials to be effectively treated with acupuncture. Below are some common conditions we can treat, but please feel free to call us about your specific health condition.
Pain
- Sports injuries
- Muscle pain
- Back, neck and shoulder pain
- Leg, ankle and foot pain
- Arm, wrist and hand pain
- Knee pain
- Hip pain
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Tennis Elbow
- Repetitive strain injuries
- Jaw pain (TMJ)
- Sciatica
- Arthritis
- Tendonitis
- Headaches and migraines
- Postoperative pain
Respiratory Complaints
- Sinusitis
- Allergies
Digestive Issues & Nausea
- Heartburn, Acid Reflux
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Chronic indigestion
- Chronic loose stools or constipation
- Peptic ulcer
- Acute and chronic gastritis
- Morning sickness
- Nausea and vomiting
Mental and Emotional Wellbeing
- Stress
- Anxiety
- Insomnia
- Depression
Reproductive Issues
- Infertility
- Increased efficacy of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
Other
- Vertigo and dizziness
- Poor immune system / Frequent colds
Catherine Lew, L.Ac.
220 Sansome St, Ste 990
San Francisco, CA 94104
415.310.8370
cathylew.lac@gmail.com